Communicative English – Department Highlights

Unique Programmes:

TITLE OF THE PROGRAMME: “Rise and Realise – Don’t Let the Screen Think for You” – The Public Relations Campaign by the students of the III Year B A English Literature and Communication Studies

OBJECTIVE OF THE PROGRAMME: The campaign aimed to create awareness about the growing influence of social media, algorithms, and digital platforms on individual thinking and behaviour. It sought to promote media literacy, encourage critical thinking, and help people recognise the difference between digital projections and reality. The programme also intended to motivate young individuals to become conscious consumers of online content and develop healthier digital habits.

Teresian Impact- Bi-annual newsletter brought out by the second year Degree students featuring the general college news with special focus on a socially relevant topic.

A weekly blog with creative pieces, reviews and articles by the PG students.

The Department of Communicative English at St. Teresa’s College organized Agora 1.0 – Media Fest on 29 January 2026 as an intercollegiate event that brought together students from various colleges. The fest included a variety of media and creative competitions that encouraged participants to demonstrate their skills in communication, storytelling, and media production. In addition to the competitions, a media panel discussion titled “Transition in the Media Landscape: Shifting Audience Preferences” was conducted, where media professionals shared their insights on the evolving nature of media and audience engagement. The event also featured “Cryptic 2.0,” a mentalism show by Nipin Niravath, which provided an engaging and interactive experience for the audience. The programme created a vibrant and engaging environment where students could interact, collaborate, and exchange ideas. Through active participation, discussions, and performances, the event celebrated the spirit of media, creativity, and student talent.

The Department of Communicative English, in association with the Teresian Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems, organised an academic workshop on 24 November 2025 led by Ms. Sreeja Thoppil, Assistant Professor and Mohiniyattam practitioner. The session explored the history of Mohiniyattam, Western communication models, and the Sādhāraṇīkaraṇa Model of Communication, highlighting concepts such as sahr̥dayatā and the rasas of the Nāṭyaśāstra. A documentary screening and Mohiniyattam performance by faculty and students enriched the session.

Rev. Sr. Tessa CSST and Dr. Preeti Kumar addressed the gathering, emphasising the contemporary relevance of Indian Knowledge Systems in academics and cultural understanding. The workshop witnessed active student participation and proved to be an insightful learning experience.

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