Calicut varsity research scholars to have separate union; DSU on its way out
The University of Calicut is implementing reforms to its student union election rules, including establishing a separate union for research scholars and replacing the Department Students' Union with a 'Campus Students' Union'. These changes, approved by the Syndicate, aim to address past violence and promote democratic principles.
Why it matters
These reforms could significantly alter student governance and campus dynamics at the University of Calicut, potentially leading to more structured representation for research scholars and a reduction in election-related violence.
The University of Calicut (CU) will bring in a separate students’ union for research scholars registered under it and replace the department students’ union (DSU) on the main campus with a ‘Campus Students’ Union’.
These are among the proposals of a five-member committee approved by the Syndicate on Saturday (September 19). The committee was tasked with suggesting reforms to the rules governing the election process on the university’s main campus, affiliated colleges, and centres.
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