Unveiling "Narratives Across Borders": A Seven-Day Virtual Faculty Development Program by GTN Arts College

 

Unveiling "Narratives Across Borders": A Seven-Day Virtual Faculty Development Program by GTN Arts College

GTN Arts College (Autonomous), a beacon of learning and excellence, is proud to announce an enriching opportunity for faculty members: a Seven-Day National Level (Virtual Mode) Faculty Development Program titled "Narratives Across Borders: Multilingual and Multicultural Explorations." Organized by the PG and Research Centre of English in association with IQAC, this program promises to be a deeply insightful exploration into the vast landscape of narratives.

About the Program:

Scheduled to run from July 23, 2025, to July 29, 2025, each session will take place between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM IST, making it convenient for participants across different time zones. The program aims to delve into the nuances of multilingualism and multiculturalism as expressed through various forms of narratives, offering a comprehensive and diverse perspective.

A Glimpse into the Enriching Schedule:

The program boasts an impressive line-up of distinguished resource persons who will share their expertise on a variety of compelling topics:

• July 23, 2025: Dr. T. David Jeyaraj Franklin will kick off the program with "Varied Cultures and Shared Past: The Native in the 20th Century."

• July 24, 2025: Dr. D.E. Berret will explore "Multicultural Transcriptions and Textual Receptions: An Egalitarian Critique."

• July 25, 2025: Dr. V. Nirmala will discuss "Crossing the Borders and Barriers: Women's Writings in India," followed by Dr. M. Moovendhan on "Cross-cultural Storytelling: Negotiating Identity in Multilingual Spaces."

• July 26, 2025: Dr. M. Rajaram presents "A Panoramic Perspective of Transnational Feministic Narratives."

• July 27, 2025: Dr. Sushma V Murthy will discuss "From Feuds to Elite Churing: Narrative Resistance to (Dis)unities in Subaltern Cultural Discourse."

• July 28, 2025: Dr. M. Ashitha Varghese concludes the daily sessions with "Empirical Literary Studies - On the Logic of Empirics in Literary Readings and Research."

Empowering Minds with Eminent Scholars:

The program features a stellar panel of speakers from esteemed institutions across India, truly "Empowering Minds" through their vast knowledge and experience. These include:

• Dr. D.E. Berret, National College (Autonomous), Trichy

• Dr. M. Rajaram, Govt. Arts and Science College

• Dr. T. David Jeyaraj Franklin, Gandhigram Rural Institute

• Dr. M. Ashitha Varghese, Bharathiar University Coimbatore

• Dr. Sushma V Murthy, CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Bangalore

• Dr. V. Nirmala, Women's University, Vizianagaram

• Dr. M. Moovendhan, ANJA College, Sivakasi

About the Department of English, GTN Arts College:

The PG and Research Department of English at GTN Arts College is a vibrant hub of academic brilliance. It's dedicated to creating a nurturing environment for intellectual curiosity and comprehensive exploration. The department emphasizes a holistic approach to language and literature, going beyond traditional curricula to foster critical thinking and refined communication skills. It encourages students and scholars to engage deeply with cultural nuances, historical contexts, and artistic expressions, preparing them to contribute meaningfully to the ever-evolving world of English studies.

Organizational Excellence:

The success of this program is also attributed to the dedicated team behind it:

• Chief Patrons: Lion Dr. K. Rethinam MJF (Secretary & Correspondent) and Dr. R. Durai (Director).

• Patron: Dr. S. Saravanan (Principal).

• Advisory Committee: Dr. N. Markkandeyan, Dr. M. Inbalakshmi, Dr. U. Natarajan, Dr. S. Ramasamy, Dr. A. Mathivanan, Mrs. Sruthi Mohan, Dr. R. Kavitha, and Dr. N. Lakshmi Priya.

• Conveners: Dr. N. Lakshmi Priya and Mr. J. Srinivasan.

• Co-Conveners: Mr. B. Sentamil Arasu, Mr. J. Robert, and Mrs. R. Lathika.

• Organizing Secretaries: Dr. A.D. Sudha and Mr. C. Mariya Anantham.

• Organising Committee Members: A large and dedicated team including Dr. N. Moorthy, Dr. V. Amardeep, Dr. I.P. Remya, Mrs. K. Anusuya, Dr. A. Vanathi, Dr. A. Bilal Ahamed, Miss. A. Reka, Mrs. A. Susai Mary Jacqueline, Mrs. S. Vibin Prabu, Mrs. S. Manochitra, Mrs. S. Deepika, Mrs. S. Shobana Devi, Mrs. V. Packkialakshmi, Mrs. B. Germendal Chitra, Mrs. R. Lathika, Mr. A. Godwin Nobel Raj Immanuel, and Mrs. G. Sindhu Priya.

Registration Details:

The registration fee for this valuable program is Rs. 100/-. Participants can confirm their registration by scanning the provided QR code.

Account Details for Payment:

• Account Name: The Principal, GTN Arts College

• Account No.: 520101017621069

• Bank: Union Bank of India, Dindigul

• IFSC: UBIN0901717

For any further details, please contact:

• Dr. N. Lakshmi Priya - 98655 79563

• Dr. A.D. Sudha - 98423 64663

• Mr. B. Selvaraj Arasu - 98821 81121

• Mr. J. Robert - 78947 81783

Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and engage with leading scholars in the field of English language and literature. Register now and be a part of "Narratives Across Borders!"