Date of establishment: 1950
The Department of English started off with Common English Courses for undergraduates. The Department currently runs three Programmes - BA in English Language and Literature started in 1967, BA English Literature, Communication and Journalism (originally UGC sponsored, but currently self-financing) started in 1997, and MA English Language and Literature (self-financing) introduced in 2003. In addition to these regular Programmes, the Department runs Certificate Course in Fundamental Computer Skills and an Enrichment Module on Enhancing English Language Skills. Students are encouraged to enrol for courses offered under NTPEL and Swayam to earn additional certificates and to equip themselves with extra skills and knowledge.
The English Association, the chief platform of student activity within the department, aims to develop their innate talents and leadership abilities. A large number of programmes, both curricular and extra- curricular, are organised every year to encourage students to take up responsibilities, gain confidence and work in teams. Some of the student initiatives include:
Reading Club organises talks, competitions, book reviews for students
Students are actively involved in College Extension Programme AESOP, apart from annual interactions with orphanages and homes for the aged and the destitute.
Initiated a Certificate Course on Soft Skills for Successful Career in October 2021.MoU signed with Bishop Moore College, Mavelikkara and to be signed with 5 other colleges for the collaborative venture offered under Guru Angad Dev Teaching Learning Centre(MHRD).
1. Prof Clara A. B. Joseph
University of Calgary, Canada
2. Dr Meena T Pillai
Director, Centre for Cultural Studies
Kerala University
3. Rev Sr Geo Maria FCC
Assistant Provincial, Devamatha Province Changanasserry
(Former Principal, Assumption College; Member Syndicate, Mahatma Gandhi University,
Assistant General, Franciscan Clarist Congregation)
4. Ms Chithra K. Soman
Olympian Athlete and Arjuna Award Winner
5. Ms Grace Lal
Family Counsellor, Consultant Counsellor and Resource Person- UK, Australia, New Zealand, UAE
