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About

We embrace the fusion of creativity and intellectual rigor. Our college, renowned for its comprehensive programs in both the arts and sciences, is dedicated to nurturing innovative thinkers and leaders. Located in Manivizhundan south, Attur-Salem, our vibrant campus is a hub for students aspiring to excel in diverse fields, from visual and performing arts to biology and computer science. We provide a dynamic educational environment that encourages interdisciplinary learning and research, enabling students to explore their passions while acquiring a broad range of skills. Our esteemed faculty, composed of accomplished artists, scientists, and scholars, are deeply committed to excellence in teaching, mentorship, and the advancement of knowledge. At Paavendhar College of Arts & Science, we prepare students not only for successful careers but also to make meaningful contributions to society.

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Vision

Quality in Higher Education, Empowerment through knowledge, Inclusive Growth for Socio-Economic Change and Sustainable Development.

Transforming lives and Communities through learning.

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Mission

To equip and empower students with relevant knowledge, competence and creativity to face challenges.

To achieve innovations in teaching-learning, research and extension activities to realize national goals.

To facilitate optimum use of human and natural resources for sustainable development.

Profile

At the close of 20th Century when higher education seemed to be a dream for many aspirant village students, there ignited a feeling among the educationists of Thalaivasal area. In the early 21st century when education was still a luxury in rural areas, the ignited feeling of the educationists led to the formation of Kongu Trust with 25 Philanthropist to cater the needs of higher Education of boys and girls in and around Thalaivasal village.

The Kongu Trust was started in the year 2002. The main objective of the trust is to provide higher education with computer knowledge to all the down - trodden youth of villages in and around Thalaivasal.

The Kongu Trust initially established as Paavendhar College of Education at Manivizhundhan South.

The Trust secured the approval of Government of Tamil Nadu Vide G.O. MS. No. 499 dated 22.09.2004. The College has been affiliated to Periyar University, Salem Vide letter No. : PU / R / 3070 / B 3 / 2004 dated 29.10.2004.

The College came into existence during the Academic Year 2005 - 2006 offering 9 Under-Graduate and 4 Post-Graduate Courses. The College is functioning with wide infrastructure at Manivizhundhan South on the Salem – Cuddalore NH 68 Main Road near Thalaivasal. The College admits students of all castes and creed.

It offers job-oriented UG, PG and Research courses such as Administration, English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Applications, Computer Science, Commerce, Commerce with Computer Applications.

It has well - equipped library, laboratories and multi-terminal supporting latest servers with UNIX, LAN and WINDOWS with 100 terminals and well qualified teachers with dedicated spirit. The college encourages the programmes such as Cultural, Annual, Convocation, NSS, Educational Tour, Association Meet, Sports, Freshers day, Farewell, Pongal day etc.,