Sms College

Sms College sits right on 278 A Perur Main Rd in the Selvapuram South part of Coimbatore. If you’ve ever driven down that road, you know how much traffic there is. It’s a constant stream of buses and bikes. Being in Tamil Nadu, we get plenty of sun, and the college building can get pretty warm by the afternoon. We have been operating here for a while, and the place has a bit of character to it. It’s not one of those new, shiny glass buildings. It’s more of a practical space. We have students coming in from all over the local area, mostly taking the bus or walking if they live close enough. Managing a college is mostly about staying on top of the small things, like making sure the water tanks are full and the lights are working. We don't have a huge staff, so we all end up doing a bit of everything. Sometimes the principal is helping move chairs, and the teachers are busy sorting out paperwork in the tiny office space. It’s a bit chaotic at times, especially during exam season when everyone is stressed out. But mostly, it’s just a steady routine. We’ve seen the neighborhood change a lot, with new shops popping up along Perur Main Road, but the college stays pretty much the same. It's a local fixture for the people around Selvapuram South.