Susan Elias Becomes First Female Principal of St Stephen's College Amid Controversy
First female principal of St Stephen's college takes charge despite Delhi University objections
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Susan Elias has officially taken charge as the first female principal of St Stephen's College in New Delhi, despite objections from Delhi University regarding her appointment. The university claims it violates UGC regulations, prompting a dispute over the appointment process.
- 01Susan Elias is the 14th principal of St Stephen's College and the first woman to hold this position in 145 years.
- 02Delhi University has raised objections to Elias's appointment, citing violations of University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations.
- 03The university has sought intervention from the UGC regarding the appointment process.
- 04Former principal John Varghese's future role at the college remains uncertain after his departure.
- 05There has been no formal ceremony to mark Elias's appointment as principal.
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Susan Elias has officially taken charge as the principal of St Stephen's College in New Delhi, marking a historic moment as she becomes the first female principal in the institution's 145-year history since its founding in 1881. Her appointment was announced on May 12, but it has not been without controversy. Delhi University (DU) has raised objections, claiming that the appointment violates University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations. Following this, DU has requested intervention from the UGC to address the situation. The former principal, John Varghese, sent a farewell email prior to Elias's appointment, but it remains unclear whether he will continue as a faculty member at the college. Additionally, there have been disputes regarding the potential absorption of Varghese into the English department. As of now, there has been no formal ceremony to celebrate Elias's new role, although such gatherings typically occur during principal transitions. This situation highlights ongoing tensions between St Stephen's College and Delhi University regarding governance and adherence to regulatory frameworks.
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The appointment of Susan Elias could influence the governance and administrative practices at St Stephen's College, potentially affecting faculty dynamics and university relations.
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