History of Aiwefa
1995—2005: The AIWEFA rededicated itself
to the goals set by its founders. The vision had to be expanded
to include information technology and scientific improvements in
all, industrial, agricultural and traditional artistry. In 2005,
AIWEFA celebrated its Platinum Jubilee and reemphasised
the need to bring in scientific temper in the way of life. The main
celebrations were held on March 22 and 23, 2005 through a two day
Workshop, Seminar and Exhibition.
2005—till date: Today, the college has both
undergraduate and postgraduate education in Foods & Nutrition,
Human Development & Childhood Studies, Fabric & Apparel
Science, Development Communication & Extension and Resource
Management & Design Application. Doctoral programmes have been
ongoing for the last four decades. The department of Education offers
Bachelor's degree in Home Science Education and in 2007 introduced
the one year Bachelor of Special Education-Mental Retardation (MR)
programme. College also celebrated its Platinum Jubilee in 2007.
AIWEFA has the responsibility to provide the names of the
members for the Governing Body of the Lady Irwin College to the
University of Delhi annually by electing them at its Annual General
Meeting.
AIWEFA's activities in the rural and urban communities have
intensified; AIWEFA's advocacy and lobbying for mainstreaming
gender has gained momentum with its regular workshops, interactions
and networking. AIWEFA participates in various national and international
fora including the United Nations.
In 2008, the college has been cnferred upon the status of CAS
ie Centre for Advanced Studies in Home Science
by the University Grants Commission.
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