Category: Dept of English

NATIONAL LEVEL CONFERENCE ON MODERN LITERATURE

     A one day National level conference on Modern literature was jointly organised by the Department of Kannada, Hindi and English on 24th April 2025.

The Chief Guest and the keynote speaker during the inaugural session was Dr. Mythili P Rao Academician and independent translator, former dean of languages, Jain (Deemed-to-be University) Bengaluru. She delivered an enlightening and meaningful address by distinguishing the terms modernity and modernism in learning various regional languages of our country which can assimilate the people together.

The inaugural session was presided by our principal Dr. Rekha Sethi who emphasized on the interdisciplinary approach to language in her message.

     This was followed by the parallel plenary sessions. Dr.Susheela, HOD of CDL and philosophy, Dravidian university Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh was the plenary speaker for the session conducted by Department of Kannada. She spoke on impact of regional languages in the study of modern literature.

    The plenary speaker for the parallel Hindi session was Dr.C.N.Hombali, professor in Hindi, Govt first grade college K.R.Puram Bengaluru. She presented the origin and importance of Hindi language in relevance with other languages.

   The plenary speaker for the parallel English session was Dr.C.Arulmugil Assistant professor in Sacred heart Degree College for women Bengaluru. She emphasized on the study of  English language as a secondary language and highlighted the growth of  English language from ancient times.

   After the small interval paper presentations in Kannada, Hindi and English were held in three separate venues. The faculty members and research scholars gave offline and online mode presentations. 40 faculty members and 85 Students actively participated in the Conference.

Guest Lecture on Communication Skills

The Department of English in association with IQAC conducted guest lecture programme on Wednesday the 19th of February 2025 for Ist year students.

The resource person was Professor N. Subramoney from KGF first grade college Oorgaum. The session was interesting, relevant and understandable. The basic purpose was to assist the learner to develop a thorough understanding in LSRW skills and self study approach which enhances their communication skills.

The speaker emphasised on to develop the art of speaking which leads to self reliability and power of understanding which is essential in today’s competitive world. He also advised the students to get adapted to various classroom situations for better learning. Heads of the various departments, faculty members and 150 students actively participated in the session which lasted for 90 minutes.

GUIDANCE SESSION ON ART OF PUBLIC SPEAKING

SpeakerMr. Anil Kumar, Department of English. SBMJC-KGF
Date18th December 2023
No. of Students50
VenueAuditorium

Objective of the session

  • Build confidence in public speaking
  • Develop effective communication skills
  • Understand the importance of audience engagement
  • Learn techniques for managing nerves and anxiety

About the session

  • Discuss key elements of a clear and concise message to be delivered.
  • Introduce use of body language and visual aid techniques.
  • Provide tips for marshalling and constructing content to be delivered to the audience.

Outcome of the session The Students participated in the Icebreaker Truth and a Lie” to help students get to know each other, Group Discussion “What Makes a Good Public Speaker?” to encourage students to share their thoughts and ideas, Role-Play Exercise to help students practice their public speaking skills.

National Level Workshop on Team Building Activities

The Department of English in association with IQAC had organised two days’ National Level Workshop on the topic “Team Building Activities” dated on 21stof March 2024 & 22ndof March 2024, with students from all streams. Dr Rekha Sethi principal, IQAC Co Ordinator Dr L .Jayapandian, Heads of all the departments were present.

Objectives:

  • To develop team building competencies
  • To explore new ideas and opinions
  • To enhance leadership qualities
  •  Intensify creative skills
  • To bring cooperation, co-ordination & better understanding
  • To expertise in communication skills

Resource Person: Dr. Radha Krishna

                               Department of English

                               Govt. First Grade College

                              K. R Pruam,

                               Bengaluru

Total No. ofParticipants 300.

Outcomes:

  • Measurable Student accomplishments: Teachers making use of interactive teaching styles which are better equipped to assess how well students mastery over given subject material.
  • Flexibility in teaching: Applying training methods that involve two-way communications that enables you to make quick adjustments in the process and approaches.
  • Practice makes perfect: Interactive instruction enhances the learning process.
  • Student motivation: Two-way teaching dispels student positivitywhen more students are engaged, you’ll have much more fun too.

Doctorate Award

Ms. Gladys Lydia R., Department of English has been awarded Doctor of Philosophy in Bharathidasan University on September 2020.