P.G. DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH

  Report of the Event: LIBRARY VISIT The PG Department of English, Dwaraka Doss Goverdhan Doss Vaishnav College, organised an Experiential Learning Visit to the American Library at the U.S. Consulate General, Chennai, on 23 rd September 2026. The visit provided the MA English students with an opportunity to gain practical exposure to library resources, digital learning platforms, and cultural and educational initiatives beyond the classroom. The students were briefed by Mr. Rishi, Coordinator, U.S. Consulate, who introduced them to the various e-resources and digital resources available through the American Library and explained their academic relevance and possible applications for research and learning. The students also visited the Space Experiential Learning Centre at the US Consulate General, where they were introduced to interactive and informative resources related to space and scientific learning. As part of the visit, the students also had the opportunity to meet a foreig...

  Report of the Event:  “Power of Peace — Words Inspire Minds” The PG Department of English organised an engaging seminar titled “Power of Peace — Words Inspire Minds” in commemoration of International Day of Peace. The session featured Mr.  Aravind, Tamil Nadu Branch Manager, and Ms. Jade, Global 10 India Branch Director, as resource persons from Heavenly Cultural World Peace Restoration of Light. The seminar focused on the significance of peace, effective communication, and social harmony. The resource persons shared meaningful insights that encouraged students to understand the importance of peaceful interactions and responsible communication. The session promoted awareness, reflection, and meaningful participation among students, highlighting the role of peace in creating a harmonious society. Outcome of the Event: Students gained a deeper understanding of the importance of ...

  Report of the Event:  Parents Teachers Meet The P.G. Department of English organized Parents Teachers Meet for BA English students on 31st August 2026 for the odd semester of the academic year 2026-27. Parents and their respective wards were requested to attend the meeting between 9:00 am and 11:00 am. Mr. P. V. Narasimma Rao, Ms. Jubilin Vinifa VN and Mr. G. M. Prem Kumar, the class in-charges of I BA, II BA and III BA English discussed the students’ discipline, academic performance, punctuality, classroom interaction, dress code and participation in co-curricular activities. Parents’ queries related to their wards were clarified. Parents’ feedback was also collected. Outcome of the Event: The PTM helped establish an acquaintance between the class-in-charges and the parents It helped in understanding students behaviour and performance It brought out new approaches to solve the problems of the students x

  Report of the Event:   Outreach Programme The PG Department of English organised an Outreach Programme at Pragathi ALT School & Learning Centre, Villivakkam, on 24 August 2026 as part of Vaishnav Social Responsibility. The programme began with an Onam celebration, with students dressed traditionally, followed by faculty felicitation and cultural performances. A learning session introduced children to phone addiction, importance of good manners, and health safety. The children participated actively, making it interactive. Students gained knowledge  about social responsibility and serving society. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Ms. Nandhini Praveen, Assistant Professor, PG Department of English. Greeting cards and stationery kits were distributed to the school children. Outcome of the Event: School students gained knowledgeon importance of good manners, personal hygiene ,avoid phone addiction Our students developed practical knowledge on community le...

  Report of the Event: REPORT ON ABL CLUB – ACTIVITY BASED LEARNING “Power Words: Master Model Verbs” The PG Department of English, Dwaraka Doss Goverdhan Doss Vaishnav College, organized an Activity-Based Learning (ABL) Club activity titled “Power Words: Master Model Verbs” for the students of B.A. English under the initiative Litluminary . The programme was conducted on 20 August 2026 , from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at FF-01, Basha Sangam . The activity aimed to strengthen students’ understanding and practical use of model verbs such as can, could, may, might, must, should, shall, and would . Through activity-based learning, students were encouraged to identify the functions of model verbs and use them appropriately in everyday communication and academic contexts. The session was designed to make grammar learning more engaging and participatory. Students actively took part in interactive tasks, examples, and language-based activities that helped them understand how model verb...

  Report of the Event: A session on “Introduction to Public Speaking" was organized by Rhetoricians: An Efficacious Public Speaking Forum of the PG Department of English on 20th August,2026 under the guidance of our Secretary Dr. Ashok Kumar Mundhra and our Principal Dr. S. Santhosh Baboo. Dr. J. Praveen Prabhu, Head of the PG Department of English welcomed and introduced the objectives of the club to the first year students of B. A. English. Ms. Raveena Neeraj Kumar, faculty coordinator of the club gave a brief talk on efficient ways to improve public speaking. The session aimed at providing exposure to the first year students to public speaking by making them introduce themselves and sharing their interests in front of an audience. Outcome of the Event: Introduced the purpose of the club to the first year students. Students learnt the goals and objectives of the club. Provided exposure and opportunity to the first years to speak before an audience.  

  Report of the Event:  Masquerade - The Theatre Club -  performance of Silence! The Court Is in Session by  Vijay Tendulkar The PG Department of English, through Masquerade - The Theatre Club , presented a captivating performance of Silence! The Court Is in Session by the renowned Indian playwright Vijay Tendulkar. The play explored profound themes of justice, gender discrimination, societal prejudice, and the abuse of power through the framework of a mock courtroom trial. The student actors delivered compelling performances, bringing the characters to life with remarkable emotional depth, expressive dialogue delivery, and confident stage presence. The production received warm appreciation from the audience for its artistic excellence and thought-provoking portrayal of contemporary social issues. The event highlighted the department’s commitment to nurturing literary appreciation and theatrical talent through meaningful performances. In recognition of their dedica...

  Report of the Event:  “Overseas Career Opportunities for Literature Students” The PG Department of English under the guidance Dr. J. Praveen Prabhu, Head of the Department organised a seminar on “Overseas Career Opportunities for Literature Students” for the BA and MA English students on 30 th July 2026 . Mrs. Sneha Johney, CEO, Scholar Overseas introduced various possibilities for the students to pursue career and higher education abroad. She discussed the educational criteria and financial expenditure to pursue higher education in UK, USA, New Zealand, Germany, etc. She also enlightened the students on the support provided by the government to students pursuing higher education abroad.   Outcome of the Event: The students gained knowledge on the various opportunities available for Literature students abroad. They were informed on the criteria to pursue higher education abroad. The programme also created awareness on the support provided by the government to the stude...

  Report of the Event: The PG Department of English , Dwaraka Doss Goverdhan Doss Vaishnav College (Autonomous), organized its Investiture Ceremony on 14 July 2026 at 11.00 a.m. in the Shri Vallabhacharya Auditorium . The ceremony marked the formal induction of the newly elected office bearers of the department's literary associations, LITLUMINARY and LITJAMBOREE , for the academic year 2026–2027. The programme commenced with the Tamil Thai Vazhthu and the traditional lighting of the kuthuvilakku . The event was presided over by Dr. J. Praveen Prabhu , Head of the Department, in the presence of Capt. Dr. S. Santhosh Baboo , Principal, and Shri Ashok Kumar Mundhra , Secretary. The ceremony featured two eminent writers as Chief Guests— Mr. K. Jayaprakash and Ms. Padma Amarnaath . Both speakers inspired the students through their insightful addresses on the importance of reading, creative writing, leadership, and the role of literature in shaping society. Their interaction encou...