Dharmaadhikari of Dharmasthala, Social Reformer, Educationist, Philosopher and Philanthropist, Dr. D Veerendra Heggade is a multidimensional personality. In recognition of his services to the nation, he has been awarded the second highest civilian award of the country, Padma Vibhushana by the President of India. He is also the Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha from 2022.
SDM College, Ujire, is an autonomous institution affiliated with Mangalore University. Established in 1966, the college offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes on a serene campus nestled at the foothills of the Western Ghats in Karnataka, India. Accredited with an A++ Grade by NAAC on a seven-point scale in its Fourth Cycle, the college stands out for its academic excellence. It is also a recognized research center for Mangalore University and Kannada University, Hampi. The institution is managed by the SDM Educational Society and guided by the visionary leadership of Dr. D. Veerendra Heggade, Dharmadhikari of Shri Kshetra Dharmasthala.
The institution is known for its unique initiatives that range from cultural to sports. SDM constantly adopts novelty and reinvents itself to incorporate the best educational standards, including early implementation of NEP and introduction of professional courses.
The library shelves more than a lakh books and non book collections. Having seating of more than 400, it provides 20 unique services to make reading a pleasure.
Career Guidance Center offers programmes in the area of skill development, placement training etc. We invite companies of repute for campus recruitment.
UGC – College with Potential for Excellence
The college is accredited by NAAC with A++ Grade on a Seven Point Scale in the Fourth Cycle.
NIRF – Placed in 2nd band (between 151 & 200)
Student space allows students to track their progress record at the institution. Here, students can
access notifications, schedules, customized progress portfolios and more.
We believe information is the strongest armour a student can wear to succeed in the world of digital and mainstream media.
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E-Chiguru is a student bulletin produced by the students of the department of Journalism. This venture provides training journalists a real-time exposure to the dynamics of news processing, page designing, creative writing and publication. They include news from the college and around, as well as articles of interest in E-Chiguru.
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'Arivu' is a wall magazine published fortnightly by the students of Kannada Department of SDMC Ujire.
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The arboretum is a unique feature of SDMC Ujire, established in 1999 with an objective of conservation and documentation of diversity of flora with reference to Western Ghats of India. It is a botanical garden expanding over eight acres of land. More than 500 species of medicinal plants are conserved here, making way for R&D and extension activities in the field.
The very idea of community radio is preservation of local cultures and bringing hidden talents to the fore. The same is inculcated in the spirit of Radio Ninada, the community radio station under the department of Journalism.
The process of conducting online internal exams for undergraduate and postgraduate students was introduced at SDM 8 years ago in 2010. Generally, the second internal exams of every semester are conducted online and the results are generated instantly after the completion of the test.
Language efficiency is an important skill, but a hard one to be taught. In order to equip enthusiastic students to acquire language skills on their own, SDM has a well-facilitated language lab and booth made good use of by students.
SDM College flaunts a proud list of alumni who have raised the standards of accomplishments in life – not only in material terms, but on life skills levels as well. Not only do we have an alumni list that adds feathers to our cap on every possible sphere of life – ranging from technology to arts; we also have them backing the institution as firmly as any college would expect. The alumni association of SDM is a plethora of success stories that we cannot stop beaming about!
Catch them in their element young – the undergraduate programs enable students to familiarize with the core of the subject of their interest, through classroom learning and avid practical exposure.
Expertise is a must before students can venture into the professional zone, no matter what they chose to be the path for their life. Postgraduate programs enhance expertise in the area.
The importance of research is never emphasized enough, but it is facilitated as best as possible at SDM College Ujire. Multiple research cells in all subjects enhance the spirit of inquisition to the core.
