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Lizzy Miss as a researcher: of our College campus in 2019, first of its kind by the
Lizzy ma’am is the first research scholar who obtained Department of Botony. In addition to these she has
Ph.D. under the guidance of Dr.Sr.Margaret Mary, one authored a lab manual and contributed book chapters.
of the stalwarts of the Botany Department. The Ph.D. Lizzy ma’am served the institution in various capacities
thesis of Dr. Lizzy Mathew on the family ‘Polygalaceae‘ is - NSS coordinator, TRAAC Coordinator, Research Dean,
a work well appreciated by the scientific community. Dr. staff advisor of ASTA, staff advisor of student grievance
Lizzy Mathew is still an ardent researcher and builds a redressal cell, Arts club music club etc. She was the
keen research aptitude in her students as well. Her soul student dean during the academic year 2008-2009.
always strives to go deep into the underlying mystery of Dr. Lizzy Mathew hails from Manjikarottu family at
seemingly simple things in nature, which is exemplified by Edappally and is the elder daughter of Late Sri. M.L.Mathai,
her National and International research publications. Retd.Office Superintendent, INS Venduruthy, Naval Base,
As an Outstanding Leader: Kochi and Smt. M.T.Mary, Retd. Superintendent, Naval
Dr. Lizzy Mathew was the Head of the Department Aeronautical Technical School, Naval base, Kochi.
of Botany from 2007 to 2009 and 2015 to 2018 and Her husband, Dr. T.P.Ouseph, Retd Chief Manager of
under her able headship the Department progressed South Indian Bank, is presently working as the Faculty
substantially. She was instrumental in obtaining DBT/ of Economics at XIME, Kalamassey. Their daughter Asha
STAR funding for the institution and for starting the M.Phil Jose, who is also a gifted singer, is doing her Research in
Programme. Among the innumerable qualities in her, the Management. Mrs. Maria Mathew, her younger sister, is
most important one is the systematic and quick execution the DGM at Rajagiri Hospital.
of her official duties. Dr.Lizzy’s hobbies and interests are varied. She sings
It was a matter of great pride to the Department when beautifully, in fact the entire family makes a music team.
she was appointed as the Principal of the college in 2020. Her culinary expertise is extraordinary. She paints and
She became the captain of a ship which was sailing in draws exceptionally well. True to a real botanist, she loves
turbulent waters. Covid 19 was running rampant. It was gardening and horticulture was her favourite subject to
a never before experience for all of us. But under the teach.
guidance of our Principal, we could tide over the situation She also strives for the well being of the less privileged
successfully. Where many careened and crashed, she in society. She is an active member of many charitable
stood as the lighthouse, navigating the Teresian ship organisations and is a spiritual person in its true sense and
safely ashore. She put everyone else’s needs ahead of participates actively in all the activities of her parish. She
her own and constantly worked for the welfare of the is a zealous devotee of Mother Mary who finds strength in
institution holding fast to the Teresian values and legacy. the Holy Rosary. She has an unfailing faith in the Almighty
As a good administrator she showed her dedication to see which has helped her to thrive in many difficult situations
that the best interests of the stakeholders are fulfilled. in life.
Dr. Lizzy Mathew did her schooling at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Dear Lizzy Ma’am, we thank you for all your efforts and
Naval Base, Kochi. She pursued her Pree degree at
Bharath Matha College, Thrikkakkara, continued her hard work. Of course, I know how painful it is, to say
goodbye to someone who is dear to us. However, we all
education at Sacred Heart College, Thevara to obtain
Degree and Master’s and completed her M.Phil degree need to express our most sincere gratitude to you for all
your contributions towards this great institution.
from Thyagaraja Arts college, Madhurai. Dr. Lizzy joined
St.Teresa’s college in 1994 as a junior lecturer in the Dear Lizzy Ma’am,
Department of Botany while she was pursuing Ph.D. in the As you leave the portals of St.Teresa’s College,
Research Centre of the Department. These are our wishes for you:
She took Doctoral degree from the Research Centre of “May love and laughter light your days,
the Botany Department of our College in 2003 under the and warm your heart and home.
guidance of Dr. Sr. Margaret Mary. Dr.Lizzy is a recognised May good and faithful friends be yours,
Research guide of Mahatma Gandhi University and wherever you may go.
Bharathiar University. Under her guidance six scholars May peace and plenty bless your world
have been awarded their Doctoral Degree and 6 students with joy that long endures.
are pursuing Ph.D. The area of her specialisation is
Biodiversity and Taxonomy. She has completed one minor May all life’s passing seasons
and one major project each sponsored by UGC. She has bring the best to you and yours
more than 50 research publications to her credit. Her And may God enfold you in the mantle of His love”
contributions towards the Research and consultancy cell
of the college- TRAAC- is to be specially mentioned. Dr. Liza Jacob
Assistant Professor
She has prepared a pictorial documentation of the flora 75
Department of Botany