Vision:
To accept and appreciate the nuances of a few Indian languages, literature and cultural values and to contribute and coexist harmoniously in the society.
Mission:
- To develop the skill sets needed to work in a multilingual and multicultural environment in future.
- To inculcate life skills and gain confidence to survive and excel in any part of the country.
Objectives:
- To gain multilinguistic awareness through interactions, seminars, invited talks, activities, tasks and competitions.
- To equip the students to make seamless collaboration with people from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
Outcome:
- Students gained awareness about multilingualism and m
- Students had gained Experiential Learning in the process of exchange of language and culture.
Name of Staff Members:
- Dr. B. Nagalakshmi, Assistant Prof. Dept. of English (SFS)
- Mrs. K. Thangam, Associate Prof. Dept. of English (Aided)
Name of Student Co-ordinators:
- Sharme.T. S BCA (SFS)
- B. Vadhana BA (Eng) (Aided)
- R. Dhivya Dharshini III B. Com (SFS)
- P. Amrita III BA (Eng) (Aided)
Activities 2024-25
International Invited Talk on Crossing the Border: Understanding Tibetan Narratives
Report :
On October 8, 2024, the Seminar Hall I at SDNB Vaishnav College for Women in Chennai hosted an enlightening International Invited Talk by Tenzin Tsundue, titled “Crossing the Border: Understanding Tibetan Narratives.” The session, held from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm, offered a profound insight into the ongoing refugee situation and the broader socio-political issues surrounding Tibet.
Tenzin Tsundue, a prominent Tibetan activist and poet, captivated the audience with his personal narratives and reflections on the Tibetan diaspora. He discussed the hardships faced by refugees who had fled Tibet, emphasizing the struggles of maintaining cultural identity amidst displacement. Tsundue also addressed the significance of storytelling as a medium for preserving Tibetan history, traditions, and aspirations, even in exile.
A key highlight of the talk was Tsundue’s reading of his own poetry. Through his verses, he brought to life the emotional and physical journeys of Tibetan refugees, conveying the pain, resilience, and hope embedded in their narratives. His poetry became a bridge between the audience and the Tibetan experience, evoking deep empathy and understanding.
The event was an enriching experience, offering attendees a rare opportunity to engage with the Tibetan narrative through both personal accounts and artistic expression. It was a powerful reminder of the importance of narratives in shaping cultural memory and the human spirit, especially in the context of forced displacement and exile.
Community literary outreach
- Two webinars, two invited talks, two competitions, one community literary outreach and one collaborative workshop have been organized since 2022
- Students were taken for a cultural exchange program to St. Joseph Hr. Sec. School, Ernakulam, Kerala in collaboration with ELTIF (English Language Teachers’ Interaction Forum) on 21-24 September 22.