The three-year degree course in Mathematics, with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects, was introduced in 1978. Mathematics was the founding department of the science stream at Majuli College.
1978
Established
1997
Major course
20
Major intake
100+
Library books
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Vision
The vision of our department is to help students grow in their chosen professions and become productive citizens, and to encourage them to develop their social activities.
Our journey
1978
The department is founded
Sri Putul Ch. Mahanta is the founder faculty member.
1986
Grants-in-aid
The science stream is brought under the deficit grants-in-aid system, with two posts sanctioned.
1997
Major course begins
Major in Mathematics is offered for the first time.
2000
Sri Basanta Bora joins
Appointed on 1 August 2000 in place of Sri Bipul Ch. Bhuyan.
2014
A founder retires
Sri Putul Ch. Mahanta retires on 1 March 2014.
2017
Mrs. Dimpee Baruah joins
Joins as Assistant Professor on 15 December 2017.
Facilities
What students get
A departmental library of more than 100 books, mostly donated by teachers and students.
Students may borrow two books at a time for fifteen days.
A computer lab, shared with the B.Voc. (IT) stream, for all mathematical practicals.
A computer in the department teachers’ common room.
Mentoring
How we support students
We address students’ needs on time and listen to their requests.
Students are included in every meeting and activity of the department.
Students are encouraged to ask questions, and we work through them together.
Students are divided into two groups, each mentored by one faculty member.