Department of English

WELCOME TO English Department

Department of English was established along with establishment of the college in the year 1981 . Initially it was in Intermediate level , affiliated to Utkal University . Degree classes were opened in the year 1988 with pass subject . Honours in Degree classes were opened in the year 1998 with 16 seats .At present the subject is available to the students as Honours , Pass and Elective subject.

Relevance of the Subject –

Students, who study only English language with its emphasis on reading and writing skills, sometimes fail to see the point of studying English literature. But English Literature can introduce students to a range of aspects, not only of the English language but also of English culture.

There are aspects of English culture that are encapsulated by English literature. Of course this is quite obvious when studying the works of Shakespeare or of writers, poets and play wrights of the 18^th and 19^th centuries. It is however also true when studying other works of English Literature. Students can learn about allusions and references to different aspects of English culture. They can also learn the context and meanings of famous quotes and phrases. Studying literature does not confine the students to the traditions of England but includes the possibility of introducing them to traditions which inform English Literature, such as the study of American Literature and Indo-Anglian literature as well. It also provides the students with an alternative to the pervasiveness of “television culture” with its immediacy and often its shallowness.

An enjoyment and appreciation of Literature will give students the ability to develop this into an interest in books and reading as they move away from their studies and into their adult lives. They will have the confidence to approach and tackle new forms of books and writing.

When studying Literature, students can learn not only language aspects such as vocabulary items but also that language can be used for specific and aesthetic purposes. Familiarity with the concepts of beat, metre and rhythm can improve their own writing as students are able to appreciate and apply these ideas. Finally, the study of literature can provide students with a fresh and creative angle with which to approach their studies in particular and their lives in general.

The study of English Literature can help to add a refreshing and further dimension to a person’s Life.

History of the Department-

The Department of English, the royal department of a college came into being in the year 2010 under the able guidance of prof. Rajashree Mohapatra and prof. Kurshna Kumari Dash. Since the inception of this Department, the teachers of this Department have been working relentlessly to cater to the various needs of the students. The Department imparts lessons to the students for a three year degree course English as Honours subject according to the curriculum prescribed by the Utkal University keeping sufficient space for seminars, remedial classes and nurturing young creative minds and the like. The Department holds review meetings periodically to discuss the progress of study as and when necessary prior to the final examination of the students. The Department always takes initiatives to develop the communicative skill of the students. The Department holds seminars selecting topics from the prescribed texts to provide a platform to the students to exchange their views and to clarify their doubts. The students of the department take periodical test in the last week of every month. Thereafter remedial classes are held in which the performances of the students in the periodical tests are discussed in details. From the session 2016-17 ,+3,1^st year students have taken admission to pursue C.B.C.S. pattern under R.D. University , Bhubaneswar, Odisha . Instead of appearing at the university Degree Exams., they will take two semester exams. every year.

Vision of the Department –

· To make the institution a centre of excellence.

· To become an acceptable institution which shall always promote pursuit of excellence and inculcation of human valves.

· To build a thriving learning culture, responsive to the needs of the community at large through value based education.

· To create self-confidence among the girl students.

· To inculcate social and moral values that enables the students to become good citizens.

· To live harmoniously in the web of life.

Mission of the Department –

· To impart quality education that integrates literature and society.

· To empower the students with professional competency to meet global challenges.

· To inculcate the habit of continual learning, the spirit of compassion and human values among students.

Motto of the Department –

· Educating a girl child means educating the nation.

Philosophy of the Department –

· To seek Truth, teach Truth & preserve Truth.

Name of program – B.A (English Honours) & compulsory English.

Faculty profile –

Sl No	Name	Designation	Qualification	Specialization	Date of joining	Teaching Experience
1	Prof. Rajashree Mohapatra	Reader	M.A/M. Phil	American Literature	12.01.1990	30 years
2	Prof. Krushna kumara Dash	Lecturer	M.A	Indo Anglian Literature	30.11.1992	28 years
3	Prof. Rashmi Maharana	Lecturer	M.A	British Literature	07.07.2012	08years