P.G. DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH

Date & Time : 22nd September 2023, 10.00 AM Venue : First Floor, Bhasha Sangam Faculty Coordinator : Mr.G.M.Prem Kumar Detailed Report on the Event : The PG Department of English organized seminars on Translation - ' Weaving Words '& "ELT Theories and Methods - An Overview ". The first session was on Translation. Ms . Bhooma Veeravalli , an accomplished Poet, Translator, and Principal Executive Director (HR) at the Ministry of Railways, Rail Bhawan, New Delhi, served as the distinguished resource person. The session provided students with a deep appreciation for the art of literary translation, enhanced linguistic competence, and a broader perspective on cultural diversity through language.           The second session on ELT Theories and Methods provided MA English students with valuable insights into English Language Teaching. Dr. Chandrakumar , an esteemed Assistant Professor of English at Pachayappas's College for Men in Kanchipuram, served as the kn...

Date & Time: 22.09.2023 & 10:00 am Venue: British Council, Anna Salai, Chennai Faculty Coordinator: Ms. N. Dhanalakshmi Report of the event: The PG Department of English organized a lecture on " Enriching Reading Activities: A Visit to British Council Library " in collaboration with the British Council, Chennai, for the benefit of the students. The resource person was Mr. Rubin Sharoon , Senior English Language Teacher, British Council. The event took place in the British Council Library. The speaker started the event with interesting activities. He also explained in detail about the courses offered by the British Council. He also elaborated further on the ways in which the library resources can be accessed. The session ended with students exploring the resources in the library. Outcome of the Programme: Students realised the importance of visiting a library and accessing the resources for both assignment and research purposes. Succeeding the lecture, most of the stu...