HOSTEL

ABOUT THE HOSTEL

Chittampatti is a fertile agrarian locality, in the fringes of Madurai District, 14 km from the famous Bus Terminus, Mattuthavani, and 9.5 km ahead of Melur, well connected to over 100 villages that surround it. Auxilium Hostel for Women was opened in July 2023 to provide accommodation for young women from far-off places and other districts who otherwise would not be able to avail of higher education. The hostel is located inside the campus. Dedicated and experienced sisters manage the Hostel. So, it is very safe and secure for women students.

MISSION:

Our mission is to provide higher education opportunities to underprivileged, economically disadvantaged, and socially marginalized young women from the surrounding villages of Chittampatti, many of whom are first-generation learners. The students accommodated in our hostel come from diverse religious and cultural backgrounds. As part of our ongoing commitment to empower women, Auxilium College has launched several initiatives, including the provision of hostel facilities for female students to create a conducive environment for learning and growth.

MOTTO:

The motto of Auxilium Hostel is " MINDS, NOURISHING SOULS".

THE GOAL:

The objective of the college hostel is to foster the holistic development of young women within a Salesian environment, aiming to cultivate intellectual enlightenment, spiritual inspiration, emotional equilibrium, moral integrity, social responsibility, and overall accomplishment. The ultimate aim is to nurture well-rounded individuals who will actively contribute to social change in contemporary India.

Established in 2023, Auxilium Hostel began with a modest number of students and now consists of four dormitories accommodating a total of 50 students. Despite coming from diverse backgrounds, the 20 current residents of the hostel form a unified family, transcending distinctions of wealth, caste, color, and religion. Together, they strive to ensure that each student achieves physical fitness, intellectual acuity, moral uprightness, emotional stability, social consciousness, and religious orientation.

The hostel provides a range of amenities for its residents, including spacious, well- ventilated rooms with mosquito-proof windows, dormitories furnished with cots, fans, racks, tables, and chairs, clean drinking water facilities, and regularly sanitized bathrooms equipped with running water. Entertainment and recreational facilities, both indoor and outdoor games, as well as counseling services and access to a nurse, are available to support the well-being of the residents.

A thoughtfully designed place of worship offers a serene space for reflection and prayer for all residents. Additionally, the hostel provides first aid services and ensures the safety and security of its residents by being located within the campus premises.

HOSTEL LIFE

The hostel offers a comforting and nurturing environment, fostering a sense of close- knit solidarity akin to a family away from home. With a well-equipped residential area, students have access to spaces designed for study, spiritual reflection, relaxation, leisure, indoor and outdoor activities, and cultural engagement, all of which are utilized to their fullest extent by residents.

The calm and tidy surroundings create an ideal setting for focused study, while also providing ample opportunities for personal and leadership development. The harmonious coexistence of students from diverse cultural, social, religious, communal, and linguistic backgrounds exemplifies the success of Don Bosco's educational philosophy, known as the Preventive System.

CANTEEN

The hostel provides accommodation and nutritious food for all the students. Equipped with a canteen and dining hall featuring both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, students can enjoy a variety of meals. The hostel is equipped with a contemporary, well-maintained kitchen with provisions for dine-in services. Additionally, students have access to various facilities including a combined reading and library room, a television room, and a prayer and meeting hall, enhancing their overall living experience.

• Breakfast: 08.00 a.m. to 08.30 a.m.
• Lunch: 01.30 a.m. to 02.00 p.m.
•  Supper: 07.45 p.m. to 08.15 p.m.

HOSTEL RULES AND REGULATIONS

Auxilium College, Chittampatti, affiliated with Madurai Kamaraj University, has been an upcoming institution in higher education for the past year. As a Salesian Institution founded by St. Don Bosco and Co-foundress St. Mary Mazzarello, the college administration has established rules and regulations to ensure the smooth functioning of the hostel. It is expected that parents, guardians, and students conscientiously adhere to these criteria to maintain a conducive living environment for all residents. Students of Auxilium Hostel are required to familiarize themselves with the following guidelines:

Admission

• Admission is granted exclusively to students enrolled at Auxilium College, Chittampatti.
• Students can apply for admission by downloading the application from the College Website or directly visiting the college.
• Admission to Auxilium Hostel is valid for one year, and students must apply in April to renew their admission for the following academic year. Renewal depends on academic performance, participation in extracurricular activities, sports, volunteering, discipline, and maintaining at least 80% attendance.
• Parents or guardians must accompany students during the admission process.

Fees

• Upon admission to Auxilium Hostel, students are required to pay an establishment fee of Rs. 5000/-.
• Students must pay the Mess Fee of Rs. 3000/- on the second Sunday of every month.
• No reduction in the Mess Fee is allowed for unauthorized leaves.
• The establishment fee is non-refundable if students leave the hostel for any reason during the academic year.
• Students are liable to pay compensation for damages caused to hostel property, and collective responsibility may apply if the culprit is unidentified.

Permissions

Students must seek permission from the Warden sister or Assistant Warden before leaving the hostel premises or going home.
• Prior permission from the Warden sister is required for any absence from college classes.
• The management reserves the right to terminate a student's occupancy for willful disobedience, defiance of authority, non-observance of rules, damage to property, or engagement in undesirable activities. Students are expected to strictly adhere to guidelines provided.

Instructions To Parents

Parents and guardians are urged to monitor their ward's academic progress and conduct both within and outside the college premises. Cooperation is essential to ensure regular attendance and academic success. Parents are encouraged to attend Parent-Teacher meetings and regularly visit the college website for updates and information.