Introduction
The Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), Delhi was founded in the
year 1926 by Sir Shri Ram. It is one of the first Commerce and
Economics institutes of India. It is located in the North
Campus of the University of Delhi. It mainly offers
undergraduate as well as post- graduate courses in
Commerce and Economics.
The Shri Ram College of Commerce is affiliated to the University of
Delhi.
A Brief History (of how the college came into
being)
- Initially known as Commercial College, it was
later rechristened as Shri Ram College of Commerce
after its affiliation to the University of Delhi in
1926.
- Classes started with 12 students and four
faculty members from a hired bungalow at 8, Darya Ganj, New
Delhi
- In 1932, the College was upgraded to the
status of a Degree College and started awarding
its graduates the B.A. (Pass) (Commerce Group) Degrees of the
University. The B.A. (Honours) Economics was introduced in
1958.
- In 1951, on its Silver Jubilee, the College
decided to convert itself into a College specializing in Commerce
and Economics, and also gave itself the present name in recognition
of the contribution made by its founder - Shri Ram College of
Commerce (SRCC).
- SRCC shifted to its new building in
the sprawling Delhi University Campus in 1954. The new building was
inaugurated by Dr. S. Radhakrishnan, Hon'ble Vice President of
India, on January 31, 1954.
Facilities -
Infrastructure
Class Rooms and Tutorials
- Each class-room is being equipped with LCD projector
- Class-rooms are also being refurnished and AC facilities are
being provided in each room.
Library- Spacious with seating capacity for about 300 readers.
- Well-stocked and presently has a collection of over 65 thousand
volumes on different subjects.
- Fully automated and provides user services through
computer.
- First library in the University of Delhi having Wi Fi
facility.
- The Library opens for eight hours from 8.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.
However, during third term it opens from 8.00 a.m. to 8.00 p.m. for
student's convenience.
Computer Centres- The College has two well-equipped Computer Centers.Both the
centers are provided with 40 computers, each with updated software
and hardware.
- Internet facilities provided in each computer. Printing and
scanning facilities are also available with each computer through
network.
Sports- The College has extensive playing grounds, a swimming pool,
tennis court, gymnasium, indoor badminton court, basketball court,
lawn tennis court, etc.
- Every year the College holds Sports Carnival, Inter-class
matches and Sports Day.
- Coaching facilities to the players for different games for
proper training and grooming.
Swimming Pool- The only college in the North Campus having swimming pool
facility.
- The swimming pool opens during summer season only.
- Properly maintained and coaching facilities are also provided
to newcomers
Hostel- The college has two separate hostels for boys and girls on the
campus itself.
- There is a big mess and common room in both the hostels.
Seminar Room- Constructed on the occasion of the College's Platinum Jubilee
in 2000-2001
- Fully air-conditioned with LCD
projection facilities.
Auditorium- The College has a big auditorium with over 750 persons seating
capacity.
- Equipped with lighting and sound systems.
Student Activities
Students' Union
- The Students' Union functions under the guidance of the Faculty
Advisor.
- It has elected and nominated office bearers.
- Students'
societies
The college has nine Students' Societies.
Commerce Society
- To develop an interest in the study of Commerce and
Economics.
- It arranges talks, lectures, group discussions, essay
competitions, seminars, conferences, and the like, relating to the
two disciplines.
Economics Society- To develop in them interest in the study of Economics
- It arranges tables, lectures, group discussions, essay
competitions, seminars, symposia, conferences and the like relating
to the discipline
Hindi Sahitya Sabha- It organizes in Hindi, Poetry Essay, Short-Story, and General
Knowledge Competitions, Elocution and Declamation Contests, Talks,
Lectures, Kavi Sammelans, Conferences, Symposia, Seminars and the
like.
English Literary Society- It organises in English, Poetry Essay, Short-Story, and General
Knowledge Competitions, Elocution and Declamation Contests, Poetic
Symposia, Talks, Lectures, Conferences, Symposia, Seminars and the
like
Fine Arts Society- Aims to create interest in and develop taste and aptitude for
Music, Dancing, Drawing, Painting, Sculpture and any other Fine
Art.
- It organises Talks, Lectures, Exhibitions, Performances,
Collage, Sketching, Painting and Music Competitions, and the
like.
History and Political Science Society- To develop interest in the knowledge and study of History and
Political Science, and national and international politics.
- It organizes Talks, Lectures, Essay Competitions, Group
Discussions, Seminars, Conferences, and the like.
Dramatic Society- To create interest in and encourage talent for Drama and
Theatre.
- It organises full-length and One-act Plays, Mono-acting
performances, Competitions, Talks, Lectures, Symposia, Conferences
and the like relating to its field
Debating Society- To stimulate the interest of the students in and to develop
their skill for debating and public speaking
- For this purpose, the Society organises Talks, Lectures,
Debates, Debating Classes, Seminars, Conferences and the like
Computer & Mathematics Society- To develop in them interest in computers and learning of
Mathematics and use of both problem solving in Commerce &
Economics
- For this purpose the Society organises Talks, Lectures,
Seminars, Symposia, Conferences, Computer Games, Quiz Competitions,
Intelligence Tests, and the like
National Service Scheme (NSS)- The NSS unit of the College provides
a platform to the students and faculty for community work.
- The NSS wing organizes activities
like, Blood Donation Camps, Literacy Classes for children of weaker
sections, Leadership workshops, Summer Camps, National awareness
programmes, "Shramdaan" etc
Annual College Festival: Crossroads
The Students' Union and Students' Societies every year organizes a
grand winter festival - "CROSSROADS". It is undoubtedly one of the
most popular students' festivals in the University. Spread over a
few days in December, an overwhelming participation across the
students' fraternity of the University is seen in the CROSSROADS.Fashion Show, Choreography, Rock Show, Pop
Night, War of the DJs are some prominent functions organized by the
Students' Union. Winning teams and participants are given fabulous
prizes.
The 2008 edition of Crossroads was as rocking as
ever with a crowd pulling performance by the singing sensation
KK in addition to a fashion show, Western
dance competition and war of the DJ's
At the same time, the other Students' Societies also organizes
their individual functions and events during the CROSSROADS
Famous Alumni
SRCC Alumni have gained eminence across
the world and occupy important positions in business, industry,
media and governance. The eminent alumni of the college
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