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DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH

INTRODUCTION

Department of English-Linguistics and Literature was set up in 2011, the year when the university obtained its charter from Government of the Punjab and recognition by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, Islamabad. Ever since its genesis, the department has been vibrant in all its academic activities. In view of the challenges of the new millennium, nationally as well as internationally, the department has offered a wide array of programs at graduate and post-graduate levels including M Phil-Linguistics and MPhil-Literature.

In order to groom students holistically in various aspects of education– critical, creative and research– the department has organized Leads Literary Circle which is run by students themselves, of course, under the guidance of faculty members.

Programs

Vision

Empowering students with effective communication skills and a profound understanding of language and literature to thrive in today's interconnected world, while fostering open inquiry, scholarship, and a commitment to service.

Mission

Driven by a commitment to excellence, the English Department aims to empower students through comprehensive language and literature education, fostering analytical thinking, critical literacy, and global perspectives, while providing a platform for groundbreaking research, teaching innovation, and the development of well-rounded scholars and responsible citizens.

Goals

  1. Strengthen community engagement: Forge partnerships with local institutions, organizing outreach programs to foster community engagement and promote the value of language, literature, and communication.
  2. Continuously improve curriculum and pedagogy: Foster continuous improvement in curriculum and pedagogy through innovation and faculty development, ensuring a dynamic and effective learning experience for students.
  3. Promote research and scholarship: Encourage interdisciplinary collaboration and facilitate publication support to promote research and scholarship within the English Department.
  4. Provide student support and guidance: Deliver comprehensive support and guidance to students, empowering them for academic and career success through personalized assistance and resources.
  5. Foster alumni engagement and support: Cultivate alumni engagement and support by providing networking opportunities and professional development initiatives that strengthen connections and benefit both alumni and current students.


 

EVENT CALENDAR 2023-24 :

Sr. #

Month/Year

Name of Event/Activity

1

September, 2023

Seminar on:

Artificial Intelligence in English Studies: Exploring Applications and Addressing Challenges.

2

October, 2023

Workshop on

Tech Savvy Researchers: Tools and Software Training Session.

 

3

November, 2023

Session on

Pen to Paper: Creative Expressions Showcase.

 

4

December, 2023

Workshop and Training on:

Navigating Publication Challenges and Opportunities in Academic Research.

5

January, 2024

Training on:

Enhancing Teaching Strategies and Pedagogical Approaches in English Studies.

6

February, 2024

Seminar on:

Literature as a Tool for Social Change: Examining Activism in Literary Works.

7

March, 2023

 

Seminar on:

Pakistani women writers and social change 

 (International Women's Day).

8

April, 2024

Webinar on:

Literature as a Tool for Unveiling Misconceptions: Countering Islamophobia through Narrative and Representation.

9

May, 2024

Workshop and Training on:

Digital Humanities in Literary Analysis: Computational Linguistics and Text Mining.

 

10

June, 2024

Seminar and Discussion on:

Postcolonial Literature and Linguistic Identity: Decolonizing Perspectives.

11

July, 2024

Webinar on:

Eco-Linguistics: Exploring the Relationship between Language, Nature, and Sustainability.

12

August, 2024

Workshop and Training on:

Teaching English as a Second Language: Incorporating Literature and Linguistics in ESL Instructions.