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About Our Department

The Department of Zoology at Vidya Vikas College, established in 2006, is dedicated to providing quality education and practical experience in the field of life sciences. With two experienced faculty members, Dr. M. S. Ambatkar and Dr. A. M. Bhende, Supportive Staffs Mr. Vaibhav D. Kalambe, Ms. Nikita V. Deotale and lab support from Mr. Prakash Kamble, the department ensures a well-rounded academic environment. Equipped with major scientific instruments worth more than ₹4,84,546 and a departmental library containing 221+ zoology-related books, students have access to valuable resources for both learning and research. The department actively engages students through seminars, study tours, and visits to reputed research institutes, offering real-world exposure beyond the classroom. Modern teaching tools such as LCD projectors, internet facilities, and computer systems are also integrated into the learning process, ensuring students stay up-to-date with current scientific practices and technology.

Our Features

The department is well interact with students during practical. The faculty does academic and personal counselling of the students. The departmental museum has a repository of well-labelled vertebrate and invertebrate specimens, slides, histological sections and insects. The department started certificate course in vermicomposting for students

Our Programs

  • B.Sc. 
  • M.Sc.
  • Ph. D.

Student Achivements

1. Ku. Vaishanavi Andraskar, Officer in quality control, Bharat Serums and Vaccine Limited, Mumbai.

2. Ms. Alka Khode Public Health Department, Government of Maharashtra

3. Mr. Praful Kalwade :- Assistant Professor (J.B. Science College, Wardha)

4. Mr. Vaibhav Kalambe:- :- Assistant Professor (Vidya Vikas College, Samudrapur)

5. Mr. Rahul Pawar :- :- Assistant Professor (Vidya Vikas College, Samudrapur)

6. Ms. Tejaswita Sahastrabuddhe :- Assistant Professor (Matoshree Ashatai Kunawar Science College, Hinganghat)

7. Ms. Vaishnavi Nalhe:- Assitant Teacher (Vidya Vikas High School, Hinganghat)

8. Ms. Pranjali Kubade :- Assitant Teacher (Bharat High School, Hinganghat)

9. Ms. Diksha Rathi :- Assitant Teacher (Mahesh Gyanpeeth High School, Hinganghat)

10. Ms. Anamika Nimbarte:- Govt. Medical College & Hospital, Nagpur

11. Ms. Isha Bidkar:- Assitant Teacher (Muktangan School, Nandori)

12. Ms. Sonal Balkhande:- Lab Assitant (Tulaskar college of Pharmacy, Hinganghat)

Our Alumni

1. Ku. Vaishanavi Andraskar, Officer in quality control, Bharat Serums and Vaccine Limited, Mumbai.

 

2. Ms. Alka Khode Public Health Department, Government of Maharashtra

3. Mr. Praful Kalwade :- Assistant Professor (J.B. Science College, Wardha)

4. Mr. Vaibhav Kalambe:- :- Assistant Professor (Vidya Vikas College, Samudrapur)

5. Mr. Rahul Pawar :- :- Assistant Professor (Vidya Vikas College, Samudrapur)

6. Ms. Tejaswita Sahastrabuddhe :- Assistant Professor (Matoshree Ashatai Kunawar Science College, Hinganghat)

7. Ms. Vaishnavi Nalhe:- Assitant Teacher (Vidya Vikas High School, Hinganghat)

8. Ms. Pranjali Kubade :- Assitant Teacher (Bharat High School, Hinganghat)

9. Ms. Diksha Rathi :- Assitant Teacher (Mahesh Gyanpeeth High School, Hinganghat)

10. Ms. Anamika Nimbarte:- Govt. Medical College & Hospital, Nagpur

11. Ms. Isha Bidkar:- Assitant Teacher (Muktangan School, Nandori)

12. Ms. Sonal Balkhande:- Lab Assitant (Tulaskar college of Pharmacy, Hinganghat)

Departmental Mission

The mission of the Department of Zoology is to impart high-quality education in the field of animal sciences through a balanced integration of theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and research exposure. We strive to foster scientific curiosity, critical thinking, and environmental awareness among students. By offering interactive teaching, hands-on laboratory experience, field-based learning, and skill-oriented certificate courses, we aim to nurture well-rounded individuals prepared for careers in education, research, conservation, and related life science fields. The department is committed to creating a supportive academic environment that encourages innovation, personal growth, and a lifelong passion for learning and discovery in the biological sciences.

The mission of the Department of Zoology is to impart high-quality education in the field of animal sciences through a balanced integration of theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and research exposure. We strive to foster scientific curiosity, critical thinking, and environmental awareness among students. By offering interactive teaching, hands-on laboratory experience, field-based learning, and skill-oriented certificate courses, we aim to nurture well-rounded individuals prepared for careers in education, research, conservation, and related life science fields. The department is committed to creating a supportive academic environment that encourages innovation, personal growth, and a lifelong passion for learning and discovery in the biological sciences.

Departmental Reports

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2023-24

2024-25