New Delhi: St Stephen's College has proceeded with the appointment of its 14th principal, with Susan Elias taking charge as the principal of the college on Monday, according to sources.Elias's appointment was announced in a notification on May 12, after which Delhi University (DU) wrote to the college, asking it not to proceed with the appointment, claiming violation of the University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations.Read more: DU-St Stephen's row: Fresh exam roster includes newly recruited teachers despite HC stay orderThe university also wrote to the UGC seeking intervention.An official on the condition of anonymity said, "The former principal, John Varghese, wrote a kind of parting email to everyone on Sunday. There is no confirmation yet on whether he will stay in the college as faculty or not."In the latest dispute, the college also wrote to the college, objecting to proposals of absorbing Varghese as a faculty of the English department.Meanwhile, the official added, "Whenever a principal takes charge, there is a sort of ceremony. However, as of now, we are not aware of any such formal gathering."Read more: CUET has increased diversity at Delhi University: VC Yogesh SinghElias is the first woman principal of the college in its 145-year history, since its founding in 1881.
First female principal of St Stephen's college takes charge despite Delhi University objections
St Stephen's College has appointed Susan Elias as its new principal, marking a historic milestone for the institution. Elias, who assumed office on Monday, becomes the first woman to lead the prestigious college in its 145-year history. Her appointment comes after a prolonged dispute between the college administration and Delhi University regarding the selection process for the principal's post. Meanwhile, the outgoing principal, John Varghese, has reportedly sent a farewell email to members of the college community, marking the conclusion of his tenure and the beginning of a new chapter under Elias's leadership.
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