Department of English

Three-day National Workshop on Tribal Performing Arts – 17 to 19 October 2024 (Sponsored by ICSSR)

This workshop was aimed at exploring and documenting the rich heritage of tribal performing arts in India. Sponsored by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), the event brought together scholars, performers, and researchers to engage with traditional tribal music, dance, storytelling, and ritual practices. Through live performances, panel discussions, and interactive sessions, participants gained insights into the cultural significance and socio-political dimensions of tribal art forms. The workshop fostered interdisciplinary dialogue and highlighted the urgency of preserving intangible cultural heritage in the face of modernisation and marginalisation.

One-day Training Programme on “English for Young Teachers” – 27 February 2024

This training programme was designed to support early career English teachers by enhancing their linguistic skills. It included a session on student engagement and language acquisition. Practical strategies were focused on, and the programme empowered participants to adopt innovative teaching methodologies and use technology effectively. Experts from academic and ELT backgrounds delivered lectures, and it ensured an enriching experience for the attendees.

Three-day National Seminar on “Nation, Nationhood and Nationalism: A Discourse on Early Indian English Literature 1794 to 1950” – 27 to 29 March 2023 (Sponsored by ICSSR) 2020

The programme critically examined how early Indian English literature articulated the themes of nationhood and identity. Scholars presented papers on the political and aesthetic dimensions of texts. The seminar aimed to deepen an understanding and trace the development of national consciousness.

Two-day International Conference on "Ethnicity and Literature" – 13 and 14 February 2020

This conference brought discussion on of how literature reflects and shapes ethnic identities. The programme covered themes such as narratives, ethnicity, experiences, and indigenous voices in global literatures. The programme encouraged comparative and cross cultural analysis, the event also aimed to  provide new perspectives on the relationship between ethnicity and storytelling.

One-day Workshop & Invited Talk on Diasporic Consciousness & Creative Writing (29 October 2019)

This workshop introduced participants to diasporic identity and literary expressions. The invited talk provided theoretical insights into nostalgia and belonging, followed by a creative writing session where attendees wrote pieces based on personal or imagined diaspora experiences.

Two-day National Conference on Regional Literature in Translation and Author’s Meet (7–8 February 2019)

This conference emphasised the importance of translating regional literature into English. Sessions included challenges in conveying cultural context and the role of the translator as a cultural mediator. The conference also featured an author’s meet, allowing participants to interact and to understand creative and translation processes.

Three-day National Seminar on “Narrating the Self: An Exploration of Tribal Literature” (26–28 March 2024) (Collaborated Academic Event)

This programme explored autobiographical and self-narrative traditions in tribal literature. It focused on how tribal voices represent their identity and cultural continuity through storytelling. Presentations included analyses of translated tribal texts and indigenous perspectives, highlighting how these narratives challenged discourses in mainstream literature.

Celebrating 3 Decades of Imayam’s Literary World (5 September 2024) (Collaborated Academic Event)

This collaborative literary celebration honoured the Tamil writer Imayam’s contributions over three decades. The event featured keynote addresses and discussions that highlighted the realist style that defined Imayam’s work. This programme served as an occasion for students and scholars to reflect on his influence in contemporary Tamil literature.

National Conference on Local Color Literature (27–28 January 2023) (Collaborated Academic Event)

This conference focused on literature rooted in specific geographical, cultural, and linguistic settings, commonly referred to as "local color" literature. It encouraged the study of regional customs and social norms depicted in literature. The sessions proved how local identities contributed to the national literary canons and emphasised the importance of cultural authenticity in storytelling.

Onam Celebration 2024

Onam was celebrated with floral art and traditional attire , fostering unity, joy, and cultural appreciation among students and staff.