Principal i/c
Dr. M. Subbulakshmi, M.Sc., M.Phil., was appointed as Lecturer in Mathematics at G.V.N. College, Kovilpatti, effective from 25th July 1990. She completed her Graduation from Nazareth Margoschis College, Pillaiyanmanai (1983–1986), followed by Post-Graduation in Mathematics in 1988 from Adithanar College of Arts & Science, Tiruchendur. She also earned her M.Phil. degree in Mathematics from the same institution in 1989. All her degrees are affiliated with Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai.
Dr. Subbulakshmi began her career as a Mathematics teacher at the Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Kayalpatnam. After joining G.V.N. College, she was promoted to Senior Lecturer in 1996. With over twelve years of combined UG and PG teaching experience, she advanced to Selection Grade Lecturer in Mathematics, as per Collegiate Education rules.
Simultaneously, she pursued her Ph.D. in Decomposition in Graph Theory under the UGC Faculty Development Programme (2009–2011) and was awarded her doctorate on 29th February 2012 by Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli.
She has also completed an Orientation Course at Madras University and two Refresher Courses in Mathematics at Madurai Kamaraj University. Furthermore, she attended a five-day workshop on “Better Questions in Mathematics” conducted by the Tamil Nadu State Council for Higher Education, Chennai.
Dr. Subbulakshmi has served as Additional Examiner and Chief Superintendent of Examiners in Mathematics at Manonmaniam Sundaranar University. She is an invited Doctoral Committee Member at Sarah Tucker College, Palayamkottai, and a recognized research guide at Manonmaniam Sundaranar University. Currently, six research scholars are pursuing their Ph.D. under her guidance, with one awarded and two theses submitted.
Her academic excellence is reflected in consistent centum results and high marks at both UG and PG levels. She has actively organized seminars, conferences, and workshops, significantly contributing to the welfare and development of the PG and Research Department of Mathematics, strengthening the college’s NAAC A Grade accreditation.
Dr. Subbulakshmi is known for motivating students by encouraging participation and awarding prizes. She has also generously supported financially challenged students by waiving college fees, ensuring they continue their education without hindrance.
Having dedicated over three decades to the institution, she was appointed Principal in 2022. Under the able guidance of the former Secretary, Mr. K. Selvaraj, and the current Secretary, Dr. P. Mahendran, the college runs smoothly with the active support of teaching, non-teaching staff, and students.
We proudly maintain a campus with No Strikes! No Ragging! Our sole aim is the welfare of students and the continuous development of the college in an amicable and progressive environment.
