Established way back in
1962 as the University Evening College it has served the needs of adult learners. It also provided an
alternate window to the unreached. In the 21st Century it’s contours are fast changing. Today, a
large number of young learners who are otherwise employed are pursuing various courses. We are
offering a number of professional courses to increase the employability of our stu
dents. Those
students who reach us must remember, it is their sacred duty to study well. They must commit their
body, mind and even time. They must not lose sight of their goals: increase their employability,
professional skill and above all to became more knowledgeable. EDUCATION FOR ALL is our motto. Increasingly the Open and Distance Learning institutions are
aspiring to provide education to anyone, anytime and anywhere. DDCE, Utkal University has been
constantly striving to rise up to the challenges of Open Distance Learning System. To meet the
needs of quality enhancement and to address the concerns of our stake holders we are switching
over to self instructional printed courseware. Leading publishers have come forward to share their expertise with us. A number of reputed authors
have now prepared the course ware. Self Instructional Materials in printed book format continues to
be the core learning material for the distance learners. We are aware that most of you are working
and have also family responsibilities. Please remember that only a busy person has time for
everything and a lazy person has none. We are sure you will be able to chalk out a well planned
program of study. By choosing to pursue a course in distance mode you have made a commitment
for self improvement and acquiring higher educational qualification. You should rise up to your
commitment. Every student must go beyond the standard books and instructional course material. You should read number of books and use ICT learning resources like the internet, television and
radio programs etc. As only limited numbers of classes will be held a student should attend the
personal contact program well prepared. The Personal Contact Program should be used for
clarification of doubt and counseling. This can only happen if you read the course material before
PCP. I welcome all my students to a happy learning ambience and wish them the best in life.
