The college started functioning independently after bifurcation from DRM Science college in the year 1973 with a vision and forethought to provide extensive study opportunities in the field of arts, commerce and management to the aspiring students of local Davangere and the neighbouring districts in order to meet the socio economic and commercial needs of the society.
The name of the donor AjjampuradaRangappaGovindaswamy is perpetuated by naming the college as ARG as a token of gratitude for his munificent donation.
The college has been functioning strictly by adhering to its vision and mission objectives to satisfy the needs of both students, parents and other stakeholders of the society and thereby it has earned a very good reputation in the society.
In order to keep pace with the changing times, the institution had undergone voluntarily for assessment and accreditation by NAAC in Aug, 2004 and got ‘B’ Grade,the second cycle in 2011 with B grade (CGPA 2.55) and in the third cycle during2017 the college got B+ grade with CGPA 2.63. A continued progress is achieved by the institution over the years.
In order to continue with the same academic standards and also for further improvement as and when required to meet the challenges of the time the college is strictly adhered to implement the criteria laid down by the UGC & the NAAC with the support of the management.
During the post accreditation periods as per the guidelines of the UGC and NAAC the IQAC has been constituted for the better and effective functioning of the institution. Further, as per the NAACdirections, master plan with several committeesfor the subsequent years 2005-10, 2011-2016 and 2017-2022 respectively have been formed to implement the criteria wise recommendations through IQACfor better academic performance. As a result, many reformative measures have been taken and the major one is the opening of PG programme (M.Com) in 2013-14.
During the past 15-20 years, several new private / Government colleges have been functioning in Davangere to provide Arts, Commerce and Management Education to the public. In spite of it, the college has maintained its legacy without any compromise in its academic standards.
The management is kind enough to extend its material support like construction of seminar hall, renovation of the canteen and vehicle parking area, sufficient rest rooms for girls and boys, provision for the utilization of its auditorium, vehicles, guest houses including cash incentive prize for rank holders are being given.
The college has achieved a gradual and remarkable performance in the examination compared to that of the result of the other colleges. What best could be done to accomplish the vision and mission objectives of the college and for the satisfaction of the stakeholders the institution has been doing its best within its limitations and capacities.
Vision and Mission
VISION : WORK IS WORSHIP
- The saying depicted in the logo is taken from a vachana of Basavanna, a 12th-century social reformer from Karnataka.
- Emphasizes that the abode of God or emancipation in life can be achieved through sincere and honest work.
- Stresses the importance of continuous effort in achieving one’s goals in any field.
MISSION : Better education for better citizens of tomorrow
- Requires continuous effort and concentration.
- Represents continuous effort in socio-cultural and commercial fields.
- Symbolizes art and architecture.
- Highlights the need for concentration, dedication, and perfection in work.
- Symbolizes industry, commerce, and trade.
- Serves the development of the community through art, architecture, knowledge, and skills.
- Reflects hectic activities, skills, and knowledge.
- The logo signifies the college’s commitment to meeting the educational needs of the region and community.
OBJECTIVES
- To tap the local manpower potential with a view to imparting them necessary education and guidance in the field of humanities, commerce and management.
- To mould the future generation through the need based education along with prospective outlook.
- To mould the future generation through the need based education along with prospective outlook.
- To prepare the students to stand on their own to lead an independent and dignified life in the society.
- To inculcate human values, patriotic outlook, zeal for social service, commitment in their profession and life for a better tomorrow and for a better society.