Mathematics

History of the Department of Mathematics at St. Aloysius College, Elthuruth

Inception and Early Years (1968 - 1982):
St. Aloysius College, Elthuruth, established its Department of Mathematics in 1968, initially offering a pre-degree course affiliated with Kerala University. The department's inaugural head, Prof. S.Sivaraman, was a distinguished mathematician renowned for his modest lifestyle. Under his visionary leadership, the department established a robust foundation for academic excellence in mathematics. In August 1982, the department expanded its offerings by commencing an undergraduate course affiliated with the University of Calicut. The inaugural batch consisted of 24 students, all boys.

Growth and Development (1982 - 1996):
The Department of Mathematics quickly gained a reputation for excellence, supported by a dedicated team of educators, including Prof. S. Sivaraman, Prof. C. L. Luies, Prof. T. K. David, Rev. Fr. K. P. Jose, and Prof. Stephen Joseph. Their collective expertise and commitment significantly contributed to the department's development.

Leadership Changes and Expansion (1995 - 2007):

In 1995, Prof. S. Sivaraman retired, and Prof. C. L. Luies succeeded him as the head of the department. In 1996, Rev. Fr. Thomas Chakramakil, who had joined the department, was appointed the college principal. His tenure included the college’s first NAAC accreditation process in 2003, where St. Aloysius College achieved a B+ grade. Rev. Fr. Thomas Chakramakil later moved to Christ College, Irinjalakkuda, as principal but returned to St. Aloysius College in 2003 and served until his retirement in 2007.

Recent Developments (2007 - Present):

Following Rev. Fr. Thomas Chakramakil's retirement, Rev. Fr. K. P. Jose assumed the role of principal and served until 2009. In 2011, Prof. T. K. David retired, and his position was filled by Dr. Jaison Jacob and Sri. Raveesh R. Varrier, who joined the department in 2012 and 2014, respectively.

A significant milestone in the department's history was the introduction of a prestigious Post Graduate Course in Mathematics, enhancing the department's academic offerings and reputation. In 2022, the department further expanded its faculty by appointing Dr. Julia K. Abraham, Dr. Jasmine Mathew, and Dr. Narayanan P. A., bringing the total number of permanent faculty members to five.

Current Status and Future Goals:

Today, the Department of Mathematics at St. Aloysius College is poised for continued growth.with a dedicated team of five faculty members, the department aims to establish itself as a leading research department in the near future.