DEPARTMENT OF TAMIL
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The department of Tamil was established in the year 1956 and since then it has offered Part I Tamil to the students of the college. The B.A Tamil programme was started along with the other degree courses and was carried on till 1972. Initially the syllabus was according to the Madras University norms. The inception of autonomy in the year 2007 enabled the department to be creative and innovative in formulating the syllabus. It is based on the LSRW skills. The learning outcomes and objectives are formulated according to the needs of the society and students. Each semester focuses on specific values such as Human Rights and Gender equality, Religious harmony, Personal and Cultural ethics. The fourth semester focuses on Creative Writing and Journalism to enable the students to make right choices regarding career.
The syllabus ranges from Classical Literature to Modern literature. The department also offers job oriented Skill enhancement courses on Translation and Textiles and Dress Designing from 2011. Various teaching strategies –Audiovisual Method, Field trips, Role Play, Films and Videos, ITC are used to enhance knowledge and promote language experience. In keeping with the University directives sent in 2010, the department offers courses in Basic Tamil and Advanced Tamil to the students who have not studied Tamil language.
To enhance the career opportunity the department also offers Value Added Courses – TNPSC (Tamil Nadu Public service Commission) and Tamil Cultural Culinary Arts apart from the teaching hour from 2022. As part of the department extension activity, free TNPSC coaching classes for students from the college and from other colleges in and around Vellore, and other interested women candidates, is being carried out from 2022. As per the Government regulation Part I Tamil is being offered to the second year students of B. Com., B.B.A., B.C.A. B.B.A., (Hospital Administration) from the academic year 2023 onwards. The department has also been recognized as Part-time research centre by Thiruvalluver University from 2016. Six faculty members have been approved as research guides by Thiruvalluvar University. Five research scholars are currently pursuing their research as part-time and candidates and one scholar has successfully completed her research.
LEARNING GOAL
Through the study of the Tamil language and its literature, students will develop robust language skills, cultivate a deep cultural understanding, and aspire towards holistic personalities characterized by a strong sense of ethical values and a clear orientation towards ethically- driven careers and lives .
OBJECTIVES
Objective 1: Advanced Language Proficiency
• By the end of the courses, students will exhibit advanced language proficiency in Tamil, including a comprehensive grasp of grammar, vocabulary, and the ability to fluently express themselves both verbally and in writing.
Objective 2: Cultural Appreciation and Understanding
• Students will gain a deep understanding of Tamil culture, its historical significance, and the cultural nuances embedded in Tamil literature. They will be able to appreciate the connections between language and culture.
Objective 3: Ethical Values Integration and Responsible Citizenship
• Students will actively apply ethical values learnt from Tamil literature to their lives, demonstrating empathy, respect, and a commitment to ethical decision-making in personal, professional, and societal contexts.They will be prepared to contribute positively to society guided by a strong sense of social responsibility by making responsible, ethical decisions and choices in their careers and lives. This includes promoting social justice and ethical practices in their chosen fields.
Objective 4: Career Orientation
• Through the courses offered, students will explore diverse career paths facilitated by the knowledge acquired in the Tamil language and its literature.They will also be able to acquire the skills needed for clearing competitive examinations and taking up teaching career.
Tamil Association – Ma.Vethanayagar Tamil Mandram.
Ma.Vethanayagar is a poetand writerwho promoted women’s education in Tamil Nadu in the 19th centuary . The Tamil Association Ma.Vethanayagar Mandram is named after this great poet and takes various initiatives to encourage students to participate in literary activities. Students develop their language skills through debates, dramatics and creative writing and various other competitions organized in the College and in intercollegiate programmes. Eminent speakers, journalists and poets are invited to address the students during Muthamizh vizha. Sr.Rosella and Sr. Isabella scholarships are awarded annually to students who score the highest marks in Tamil in the I year and II year respectively. Faculty members of the Tamil Department also hold the pride of publishing many books and research articles in reputed journals. The department strives hard to inculcate the knowledge of Tamil language and literature.
PROGRAMMES OFFERED
Academic Courses
FACULTY PROFILE
Dr.Sr.A.Arokiya Jayaceli, currently serves as an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Tamil and Controller of Examination of Auxilium College (Autonomous), Vellore. Apart from Tamil literature, she also has a post graduate degree in Women’s Studies from Alagappa University and obtained Ph.D in the year 2014 from Madras University. She has 22 years of teaching experience and has organized and presented papers in national and international seminars, and published papers in reputed journals. She has held various academic and co-scholastic responsibilities, as a member and co-coordinator of various committees. She is a motivational speaker and has served as Resource person for workshops and conferences. She serves as a mentor and councilor for many students. She has authored five books in Tamil. Her area of specializations include Modern Literature, Gender studies, Autobiographies, Children Literature, Literature and Ecology. She is currently guiding scholars for Ph.D. Part time.
Dr. Kumari. N. currently serves as an Assistant Professor of the Department of Tamil at Auxilium College (Autonomous) Gandhi Nagar, Vellore-6. She has 20 years of teaching experience. She completed her UG, PG, M.Phil., and obtained her Ph.D. in 2010 from Pachaiyappas College, Chennai-30, affiliated to Madras University. Her specializations include Sangam Literature, Modern Literature, and Folklore Literature. She also holds a Diploma in Epigraphy from Thanjavur University. she has presented papers in various National & International Conferences and Seminars and published papers in National & International Journals. She is the author of five books and has received the Best Research Award for the academic years 2021-22, 2022-23. Additionally, she was recognized as the Best NSS Volunteer by the Government of Tamil Nadu in 2001.
Dr. G. Senthil Selvi currently serves as Assistant Professor of the Department of Tamil, Auxilium College (Autonomous), Vellore - 6. She has 20 Years of Teaching experience. She completed her MA., B.Ed., M.Phil., Ph.D., SET., NET., She obtained her Ph.D in the year 2016 from Manonmaniyam Sundaranar University, Tirunelvelli. Her area of specializations include Sangam Literature and Modern Literature. She completed Diploma in Manuscriptology from Tamil University, Thanjavur. She has published papers in National, International, journals conferences and books.
Dr. K.B. Kanimozhi currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Tamil at Auxilium College (Autonomous), Vellore. She brings 19 years of Teaching Experience. Her educational qualifications include B.A, M.A, M.Phil, and B.Ed attained from Madras University, Chennai. She completed her SET in 2008, NET in 2009. Dr. Kanimozhi obtained her Ph.D. in 2019 from Thiruvalluvar University, Serkadu. She also completed a Diploma in Epigraphy from Tamil University, Thanjavur. Her area of specializations comprises Modern Literature, Sangam Literature, and Folklore Literature. Dr. K.B. Kanimozhi has contributed significantly by publishing papers in International Seminars, Conferences, journals, and books.
Dr. J. Papeetha currently serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Tamil at Auxilium College (Autonomous), Vellore-6. With 17 years of teaching experience, she completed her M.A. and M.Phil. at the University of Madras, Chennai. Dr. Papeetha obtained her Ph.D. from Bharathiyar University, Coimbatore. Her area of specialization includes Sangam Literature, Medieval Literature, and Modern Literature. Notably, she has authored two books and presented papers in both national and international conferences. Dr. J. Papeetha has publications in various reputed national and international journals.
Dr. V.R. Meenakshi currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Tamil at Auxilium College (Autonomous), Vellore. With 17 years of teaching experience, she achieved a Gold Medal in her UG & PG from Arignar Anna Govt Arts College, Walajapet. She pursued her M.Phil at Madurai Kamaraj University and obtained her Ph.D. in 2020 from Adhiparasakthi College for Women, Kalavai, affiliated to Thiruvalluvar University. Her area of specialization encompasses Modern Literature, Bhakti Literature, and Epigraphy. Dr. V.R. Meenakshi has contributed to National and International Seminars, Conferences, and Journals, with the publication of five books.
Dr. E. Gowthamaselvi currently serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Tamil at Auxilium College (Autonomous), Vellore-6. With 18 years of teaching experience, she completed her M.A., M.Phil, and B.Ed at Madras University. Dr. Gowthamaselvi obtained her Ph.D. in 2019 from Thiruvalluvar University, Serkadu. Her areas of specialization encompass Modern Literature, Sangam Literature, and Dalit Literature. Additionally, she completed a Diploma in Manuscriptology from Tamil University, Thanjavur. Dr. E. Gowthamaselvi has made significant contributions by publishing papers in national and international journals, conferences, and books.
Dr. R. Preetha currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Tamil at Auxilium College (Autonomous), Vellore. With 14 years of teaching experience, she obtained her M.A. from Thiruvalluvar University, M.Phil, and PhD from Madras University. Her Ph.D. was completed in 2011 from the International Institute of Tamil Studies. Her area of specializations includes Sangam Literature and Modern Literature. Dr. R. Preetha has also conducted field work in Subaltern Studies and holds a diploma in Herbal Science from Thanjavur University. She has published papers in international and national seminars, as well as in UGC Journals. Currently, she is guiding scholars in Subaltern Studies.
Dr. G SHANBAGAVALLI currently serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Tamil at Auxilium College (Autonomous), Vellore-6. With 13 years of teaching experience, she completed her M.A. and B.Ed. at Thiruvalluvar University, Serkadu. Dr. SHANBAGAVALLI obtained her M.Phil. in 2017 from Azhagappa University, Karaikudi, and her Ph.D. in 2019 from Thiruvalluvar University, Serkadu. Her area of specializations includes Modern Literature, Sangam Literature, and Feminism. Dr. G SHANBAGAVALLI has contributed by publishing papers in international journals and conferences.
Dr. S. Deepa is currently working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Tamil at Auxilium College (Autonomous), Vellore. With 18 years of teaching experience, she completed her B.A in Tamil and M.A in Tamil at Arignar Anna Govt Arts & Science College for Women, Walajapet, Vellore, Tamil Nadu. Dr. Deepa completed her NET in 2000, M.Phil from Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, B.Ed from Dr. MGR University, and Ph.D. from Thiruvalluvar University, Serkadu, Vellore District, Tamil Nadu. Her research interests are focused on Modern Literature, specifically "Pudhuk kavidhaigal." Her topic for research was "Kavignar Methaavin Kavidhaigalil Palnokku Sindhanaigal." Dr. S. Deepa has contributed to publications in international journals and conferences.
Ms. A. Auxilia Mary currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Tamil at Auxilium College (Autonomous), Vellore. With a teaching experience of 5 years and 6 months, she completed her BA at Thiruvalluvar University, B.Ed at Tamil Nadu Teacher Education University, MA at Annamalai University, and M.Phil at Thiruvalluvar University. She is a Ph.D. Scholar and has submitted her Ph.D. thesis in Thiruvalluvar University. Additionally, she holds a diploma in DCA. Her areas of specializations include Folklore, Sangam Literature, and Modern Literature. Ms. A. Auxilia Mary has contributed to publications in international journals, conferences, and books.
Mrs. A. Indumathi currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Tamil at Auxilium College (Autonomous), Vellore. With 12 years of teaching experience, she completed her B.A and M.A at Annamalai University and M.Phil from Thiruvalluvar University. Her research interests encompass Children’s Theatre and Modern Literature. Mrs. A. Indumathi has contributed by publishing papers in international journals and conferences.
Mrs. G. Hemalatha currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Tamil at Auxilium College (Autonomous), Vellore. With 12 years of teaching experience, she completed her M.A. at Annamalai University. Mrs. Hemalatha completed her NET in 2019 and also holds a diploma in Data Preparation and Computer Software. She has contributed by publishing papers in international seminars and conferences.
Ms. Srimathi N currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Tamil at Auxilium College (Autonomous), Vellore. She completed her M.A. at Thiruvalluvar University. Her area of specialization is modern literature. Ms. Srimathi N has contributed by publishing papers in journals and conferences.
BOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS
- Naveena Ilakkiyathil Manitha urimai Sinthanaigal (நவீன இலக்கியத்தில் மனித உரிமை சிந்தனைகள்), New Century Book House, Chennai, 10.12.2009, 98. 978-81-234-1872-8.
- Mozhipeyarpu lIakiyangal kattum Dhesiya orumaipadu (மொழி பெயர்ப்பு இலக்கியங்கள் காட்டும் தேசிய ஒருமைப்பாடு), Today publishers, Chennai -5, 30.12.2012, 978-93-81992-54-8.
- Pathinen keel kanakku Aivuk kovai (பதிணென் கீழ்க்கணக்கு ஆய்வுக் கோவை), Kurinji Pathippagam, Ambur, 15.12.2013, 978-81-910216-6-0
- Tamil mozhi kattral karpithal Puthiya Anugumuraigal (தமிழ்மொழி கற்றல் கற்பித்தல் புதிய அறிமுகங்கள்), Bothivanam, Chennai -14, 04.11.2016, 978-93-80690-38-4.
- Pazankudi Samugam-Mozhi-Pengal (பழங்குடி சமுகம் மொழி பெண்கள்), Bharathi Book House, Vellore-4, 08.03.2019, 978-93-86890-24-5.
- Magudam sudiya magalair (மகுடம் சூடிய மகளிர்), Bharathi Book House, Vellore-4, 14.02.2019, 789386 -890405
- Pathenen keel kanakku Noolgalil Vazhviyal Sinthanaigal (பதிணென் கீழ்க்கணக்கு நூல்களில் வாழ்வியல் சிந்தனைகள்), Bharathi Book House, Vellore-4, 13.12.2019, 978-93-86890-42-9.
- Tamil Illakiyagalil sulaliyal pathukkappu (தமிழ் இலக்கியங்களில் சூழலியல் பாதுகாப்பு), Bharathi Book House, Vellore-4, 20.05.2022, 978-81-956134-0-3.
- Ilakkiyagalil unavu (இலக்கியங்களில் உணவு), Bharathi Book House, Vellore-4, 10.03.2023, 978-81-959261-1-4.
ENDOWMENTS
ENDOWMENT LECTURE
Commemorating the Diamond Jubilee year of Auxilium College, The Head of theTamil Department Dr.Sr. Arokia Jayaceli in collaboration with other professors of the Tamil department introduced and officiated eight endowment lectures in the year 2012-2013.People from Vellore and other parts Tamil Nadu contributed for the Endowment lecture. Every year the Endowment lectures are conducted to celebrate the legacy of literature.
OBJECTIVES OF THE ENDOWMENT
- Celebrating Literary Legacy: The lectures commemorate the enduring literary legacies of Bharathiyar, Thiruvalluvar, and Arignar Anna, recognizing their profound impact on Tamil literature and culture.
- Inspiring Future Generations: The various lectures inspire and motivate the audience, particularly young scholars and students to explore the works of these iconic figures, fostering a deep appreciation for Tamil literature.
- Promoting Ethical Values: The lectures aim at highlighting the ethical values and social consciousness embedded in their works, encouraging the audience to apply these principles to lead a more ethical and socially responsible life.
- Cultural Preservation: These lectures also emphasize on the role of literature in preserving Tamil culture and heritage, promoting the continued study and preservation of these literary treasures.
- Contemporary Relevance: The lectures also explore the contemporary relevance of the writings of Bharathiyar, Thiruvalluvar, and Arignar Anna, demonstrating how their insights and ideals can guide us in today's world.
- Empowering Women's Voices: The lectures also celebrate the contribution of women writers in Tamil literature, empowering their voices and recognizing their unique perspectives.
| Endowment name | Founder | Established date | Aim | Lecture Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thiruvalluvar Endowment | Thirumigu. Solai Nathan, Businessman, Vellore | 18.01.2013 | To spread the knowledge of Thirukural | January |
| Bharathiyaar Endowment | Thirumigu. Ramesh | 6.9.2013 | Introducing the works of Mahakavi Bharathiar to the students under the slogan, "Let's learn Bharathi" | September |
| Ida Scudder Endowment | Thirumigu. Karthiyayini, First woman mayor of Vellore | 9.12.2012 | Focusing on women’s writing | December |
| Father Xavier Alphonse Endowment or foundation | Thirumigu. Rev.Fr.Xavier Britto | 21.7.2013 | To promote Christian literature and the contribution of missionaries in Tamil literature | October |
| Punith Endowment | Er. R. Punithakumaran, social worker | August 2012 | Introducing Tamil rational thinkers particularly Periyar | July |
| M. Gopalakrishnan Endowment | Mr. Suresh Kumar, Thiru.M. Gopalakrishnan's grandson | 3.2.2013 | Introducing the works of Aringar Anna | February |
| Vivekanandhar Endowment | Thirumigu Ganesh, Managing Director, Anuraga, Vellore | 12.1.2013 | Introducing the thoughts of Vivekananda and empowering the youth with his thoughts | August |
| Vallalar Endowment | Dr.S.Thamaraiselvi, Asst.Prof of Tamil, D.K.M. College, Vellore 632001 | August 2016 | Explaining Vallalar's ethics to the students | October |
PROGRAMS ORGANIZED
- Three days Training Workshop On “Nadaga Payirchi Pattarai” from 24th June 2016 to 26th June 2016 addressed by Dr. K. Parthiba Raja, Director, Maattru Nadaga Iyakkam, Sacred Heart’s College, Thirupatthur. Dr. Sudhan, Researcher, Pondicherry, and Mr. Prathap, National Dramatics Association, Delhi.
- A One day National Seminar on “Teaching and Learning Tamil” on 4th November 2016 addressed by Dr. K. Baskaran, Vice Chancellor, Tamil University, Thanjavur, and writer Mr. Sugumaran, Chennai.
- 08.03.2019
A one day International Seminar on Pazhangudi Samugam Mozhi – Pengal on 8th March 2019 addressed by Dr. Kalanidhi Vallipuram Mageswaran, Head of the Dept. of Tamil University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. Dr. K. Krishnan, General Secretary, National Tribal Friendship Association, Ambur. Dr. Baktavatchala Bharathi, Linguistics Cultural Director, Research Institute of Language and Culture, Puducherry. Dr. Poongundran, Sub Director, Epigraphy and Archaeology Department, Chennai. - 06.02.2020 to 07.02.2020
Two days Workshop on “Kalvettiyal Payirchi Pattarai” from 6th to 7th February 2020 addressed by Dr. P. Jayakumar, Head of the Department of Epigraphy and Archaeology, Tamil University, Thanjavur, Dr. P. S. Rajavelu secretary of Epigraphy, Tamil University, Thanjavur, and Mr. S. Balamurugan, Secretary of Historical Research, Thiruvannamalai District. - 27.05.2020 to 02.06.2020
Seven Days Faculty Development Programme Samooga Valarchikku Kiruthuva Ilakkiyangal from 27th May 2020 to 2nd June 2020 addressed by Dr. P. David Prabakar, Head, Dept. of Tamil Madras Christian College, Chennai. Dr. K.S. Balachandra Mohan, Head, Dept. of Tamil, Bishop Heber College, Trichy. Fr. Dr. A. Maria Arul Raja, Dr. N. Sulochana, Assistant Professor, International Institute of Tamil Research, Chennai. Ms. Pavithra NandaKumar, Author, Arani. Dr. P.K. Inba Ezhilan, Former Co. Professor, Voorhees College, Vellore. Dr. S. Thangamani, Assistant Professor, Dept of Tamil, Bharathiyar University, Coimbatore. - 01.06.2020 to 10.06.2020
Ten days National Seminar on Tamizh Naveena Nadaga Seyalpaadugalin Palveru Koorugal from 1st June 2020 to 10th June 2020 addressed by Ms. Mangai, Professor, Marapaachi Drama Club, Chennai, Dr. Raju, Theatre Department, Pondicherry, Mr. Thirunavukarasu, 5W Drama Troupe, Dr. P. Selvakumar, Dhalith Nadagangal, Sacred Heart College, Thirupathur, Mr. Murugavel, Drama Troupe Pondicherry, Mr. Dr. Raja Ravi Varma, Department of Theaterics, Mr. Dr. Sathiswaran, Assistant Professor, Mr. Srijith, Drama Troupe, Mr. S. Ramasamy, Velipadai Arangam, and Mr. Reginrose, School of Performing Arts, Chennai. - 06.12.2021
A One day International Seminar Thamizhiyal Aaivu on 6th December 2021 addressed by Dr. Karthikesan Ponnaiya, Sultan Idris Educational University, Malaysia. Dr. Vimala Annadurai, Chellamal Women’s College, Chennai.
RESEARCH
Ph.D. RESEARCH GUIDES
- Dr. Sr. Arokia Jayaceli
- Dr. N. Kumari
- Dr. G. Senthil Selvi
- Dr. K.B. Kanimozhi
- Dr. J. Papeetha
- Dr. R. Preetha
| Name of the Scholar | Year | Ph.D Scholars Title of the Thesis | Status Ongoing / Completed |
|---|---|---|---|
| A. Indumathi | August - 2018 | Sirar nadagangal (சிறார் நாடகங்கள்) | Ongoing |
| S. Pavithra | January – 2018 | Vizhiyanin padaipugal oor aivu (விழியன் படைப்புகள் ஓர் ஆய்வு) | Completed |
| K. Nithya | August - 2018 | Sooriyaganthan sirukathaigalil vilimmunilai manithergal (சூர்யகாந்தன் சிறுகதைகளில் விளிம்புநிலை மனிதா்கள்) | Ongoing |
| T. Anuradha | 2019 | Ilampiraiyenkavithaigalilvozhikumpenkalinnilai (இளம்பிறையின்கவிதைகளில்உழைக்கும்பெண்களின்நிலை) | Ongoing |
| P. Latha | 2019 | PavannanSirugathaigal (பாவண்ணன்சிறுகதைகள்) | Ongoing |
EXTENSION ACTIVITIES
The Tamil Department of Auxilium College has started a free TNPSC Coaching class on 03.04.2022 to enhance the future of students. The keynote address was delivered by the Chief Guest S. Ramamurthy, Regional Education Officer, Seiyar Educational District, Thiruvannamalai. The interested students from Auxilium College, DKM College, Muthurangam College and women who wanted to prepare themselves for the competitive exams attended this free coaching class. More than 200 students have attended this coaching class. Professors from various courses, school teachers and mentors gave coaching to the students on classes held on every Saturdays and Sundays. Moreover the professors from our Tamil Department and from various departments of our college gave coaching to students.
TNPSC Free Coaching Class
| Date | Place | No. of Students | Beneficiaries | Staff Accompanied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 220 | 220 | Dr.Sr.ArokiaJayaceli, Dr.N.Kumari |
| 10/04/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 185 | 185 | Dr.N.Kumari |
| 17/04/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 185 | 185 | Dr.G.Senthil Selvi |
| 24/04/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 185 | 185 | Dr.G.Senthil Selvi |
| 01/05/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 180 | 180 | Dr.K.B.Kanimozhi |
| 08/05/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 180 | 180 | Dr.K.B.Kanimozhi |
| 15/05/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 180 | 180 | Dr.J.Papeetha |
| 22/05/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 180 | 180 | Dr.J.Papeetha |
| 29/05/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 180 | 180 | Dr.R.Preetha |
| 25/06/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 180 | 180 | Dr.R.Preetha |
| 12/06/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 180 | 180 | Dr.G.Shanbagavalli |
| 19/06/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 180 | 180 | Dr.G.Shanbagavalli |
| 26/06/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 190 | 190 | Dr.S.Deepa |
| 03/07/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 190 | 190 | Dr.S.Deepa |
| 10/07/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 190 | 190 | Dr.E.Gowthama Selvi |
| 17/07/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 190 | 190 | Dr.E.Gowthama Selvi |
| 18/07/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 190 | 190 | Dr.V.R.Meenakshi |
| 25/09/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 200 | 200 | Dr.V.R.Meenakshi |
| 09/10/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 200 | 200 | Ms.A.Auxilia Mary |
| 16/10/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 200 | 200 | Ms.A.Auxilia Mary |
| 11/11/2022 | Computer Block Seminar Hall | 200 | 200 | Ms.A.Indumathi |
| Date | Place | No. of Students | Beneficiaries | Staff Accompanied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/09/2022 | Online | 150 | 150 | Dr.V.R.Meenakshi |
| 25/09/2022 | Online | 150 | 150 | Dr.V.R.Meenakshi |
| 09/10/2022 | Online | 150 | 150 | Ms.A.Auxilia Mary |
| 16/10/2022 | Online | 150 | 150 | Ms.A.Auxilia Mary |
| 20/11/2022 | Online | 150 | 150 | Ms.A.Indumathi |
| 27/11/2022 | Online | 150 | 150 | Ms.A.Indumathi |
| 25/02/2023 | Online | 150 | 150 | Ms.A.Indumathi |
| 05/03/2023 | Online | 150 | 150 | Dr.V.R.Meenakshi |
| 23/04/2023 | Online | 150 | 150 | Ms.A.Auxilia Mary |
| 16/07/2023 | Online | 150 | 150 | Dr.E.Gowthama Selvi |
| 23/07/2023 | Online | 150 | 150 | Ms.G.Hemalatha |
| 26/07/2023 | Online | 150 | 150 | Dr.K.B.Kanimozhi |
| 08/10/2023 | Online | 150 | 150 | Dr.N.Kumari |
| 15/10/2023 | Online | 150 | 150 | Dr.G.Senthil Selvi |
| 22/10/2023 | Online | 150 | 150 | Dr.J.Papeetha |
| 29/10/2023 | Online | 150 | 150 | Dr.R.Preetha |
| 05/11/2023 | Online | 150 | 150 | Dr.G.Shanbagavalli |
| 12/11/2023 | Online | 150 | 150 | Ms.N.Srimathi |
VALUE ADDED COURSE
Tamil Cultural Culinary Arts
The Department of Tamil introduced Tamil Cultural Culinary Arts and TNPSC Class for the Value-Added Course to the U.G Students during 2021 - 2022. The year was announced as International year of millets. The importance of millets and the varieties of millets were taught to the students. Millet cake, Samai cake, Kambu cake, Ragi Cake, Thinai Cake, Ragi biscuits, Kali, Adai all these traditional foods were demonstrated to the students practically.
TNPSC
The TNPSC Classes were taken with the main motive of getting government job. All the subject experts are coaching the students.
E-CONTENT
| S.No | Title | Author | Youtube URL LINK |
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| 1. | சுயவிழிப்புணர்வு | Dr.Sr.Arokia Jayaceli | Click Here |
| 2. | பால்நிலைசமத்துவமும் எண் உரிமையும் | Dr.Sr.Arokia Jayaceli | Click Here |
| 3. | அகத்தூண்டுதல் | Dr.Sr.Arokia Jayaceli | Click Here |
| 4. | மனதினைஉறுதிசெய் | Dr.Sr.Arokia Jayaceli | Click Here |
| 5. | வளருமாதமிழ் | Dr.Sr.Arokia Jayaceli | Click Here |
| 1. | திருப்பாவை - 1 | Dr. N. Kumari | Click Here |
| 2. | திருப்பாவை 2 | Dr. N. Kumari | Click Here |
| 3. | வாசிப்பின்வாசல் | Dr. N. Kumari | Click Here |
| 4. | திரிகடுகம்– 6 | Dr. N. Kumari | Click Here |
| 5. | திரிகடுகம்– 12 | Dr. N. Kumari | Click Here |
| 6. | திரிகடுகம் - 20 | Dr. N. Kumari | Click Here |
| 7. | தேவாரம் - நாமார்க்கும்குடியல்லோம் | Dr. N. Kumari | Click Here |
| 8. | “கிடை“ நாவல்–விளக்கவுரை | Dr. N. Kumari | Click Here |
| 9. | “முள்“ தன்வரலாற்றுநூல்–அறிமுகம் | Dr. N. Kumari | Click Here |
| 1. | அன்னைசெசிரா – வாழ்க்கைவரலாறு | Dr. G. Senthil Selvi | Click Here |
| 2. | வல்லினம்மிகும்இடங்கள் | Dr. G. Senthil Selvi | Click Here |
| 3. | நவீனஊடகங்கள் | Dr. G. Senthil Selvi | Click Here |
| 4. | தலையங்கம் | Dr. G. Senthil Selvi | Click Here |
| 5. | ஆசாரக்கோவை | Dr. G. Senthil Selvi | Click Here |
| 6. | தஞ்சைபெரியகோவில் | Dr. G. Senthil Selvi | Click Here |
| 7. | ஐங்குறுநூறு | Dr. G. Senthil Selvi | Click Here |
| 8. | சமையலறைஉலகம் | Dr. G. Senthil Selvi | Click Here |
| 9. | மாயூரம்வேதநாயகம்பிள்ளை | Dr. G. Senthil Selvi | Click Here |
| 1. | பழமொழிநானூறு | Dr. K.B. Kanimozhi | Click Here |
| 2. | அற்புதத்திருவந்தாதி | Dr. K.B. Kanimozhi | Click Here |
| 3. | முகநகநட்பு | Dr. K.B. Kanimozhi | Click Here |
| 4. | நோயற்றவாழ்வு | Dr. K.B. Kanimozhi | Click Here |
| 5. | மனிதநேயம் | Dr. K.B. Kanimozhi | Click Here |
| 6. | அற்புதத்திருவந்தாதி | Dr. K.B. Kanimozhi | Click Here |
| 7. | பழமொழிநானூற்றில்கொடைஅறம் | Dr. K.B. Kanimozhi | Click Here |
| 8. | போரும்புறநானூறும் | Dr. K.B. Kanimozhi | Click Here |
| 1. | திருக்குறள்–அன்புடைமை | Dr. J. Papeetha | Click Here |
| 2. | ஐங்குறுநூறு – அரசவாழ்த்து | Dr. J. Papeetha | Click Here |
| 3. | சங்கஇலக்கியத்தில்பசலை | Dr. J. Papeetha | Click Here |
| 4. | குண்டலகேசி | Dr. J. Papeetha | Click Here |
| 5. | பதிற்றுப்பத்து–வென்றிச்சிறப்பு | Dr. J. Papeetha | Click Here |
| 6. | அகநானூறு -173 | Dr. J. Papeetha | Click Here |
| 7. | அறம்செய்க | Dr. J. Papeetha | Click Here |
| 8. | தமிழ்தெய்வவணக்கம் | Dr. J. Papeetha | Click Here |
| 1. | செவ்வியல்இலக்கியத்தில்நட்பு | Dr. V.R. Meenakshi | Click Here |
| 2. | ஏலாதியின்சிறப்புகள் | Dr. V.R. Meenakshi | Click Here |
| 3. | கம்பராமாயணம் | Dr. V.R. Meenakshi | Click Here |
| 4. | முப்பொருள்சிறந்தமுல்லைப்பாட்டு | Dr. V.R. Meenakshi | Click Here |
| 5. | மணிமேகலையில்அறம் | Dr. V.R. Meenakshi | Click Here |
| 6. | நாலடியார் – அறிவுடைமை | Dr. V.R. Meenakshi | Click Here |
| 7. | நற்செயல்கள் – பெரும்பேறு | Dr. V.R. Meenakshi | Click Here |
| 8. | நான்மணிக்கடிகையில்பெண்ணியம் | Dr. V.R. Meenakshi | Click Here |
| 9. | வள்ளலாரும்மானுடமேம்பாடும் | Dr. V.R. Meenakshi | Click Here |
| 10. | திருக்குறள்–உள்ளத்தூய்மை | Dr. V.R. Meenakshi | Click Here |
| 11. | அறம்போதிக்கும்திருமந்திரம் | Dr. V.R. Meenakshi | Click Here |
| 12. | சங்கஇலக்கியத்தில்குடும்பஉறவுகள் | Dr. V.R. Meenakshi | Click Here |
| 1. | குறுந்தொகை – 143 | Dr. E. Gowthama Selvi | Click Here |
| 2. | ஞெகிழி | Dr. E. Gowthama Selvi | Click Here |
| 3. | மணிமேகலை – அச்சுவைபெறினும்வேண்டேன் | Dr. E. Gowthama Selvi | Click Here |
| 4. | சீவகசிந்தாமணி | Dr. E. Gowthama Selvi | Click Here |
| 5. | திருமந்திரம் (உம்பினுக்குள்ளே) | Dr. E. Gowthama Selvi | Click Here |
| 6. | திருக்குறள் – 792 | Dr. E. Gowthama Selvi | Click Here |
| 7. | எனதுஇயற்கை | Dr. E. Gowthama Selvi | Click Here |
| 8. | சூளாமணி | Dr. E. Gowthama Selvi | Click Here |
| 9. | குறுந்தொகை – 397 | Dr. E. Gowthama Selvi | Click Here |
| 1. | புறநானூறு – 163 | Dr. R. Preetha | Click Here |
| 2. | குறுந்தொகை – 2 | Dr. R. Preetha | Click Here |
| 3. | நற்றிணை – 172 | Dr. R. Preetha | Click Here |
| 4. | நற்றிணை – 110 | Dr. R. Preetha | Click Here |
| 5. | ஐங்குறுநூறு | Dr. R. Preetha | Click Here |
| 6. | கலித்தொகை – 110 | Dr. R. Preetha | Click Here |
| 7. | பெருமாள்திருமொழி – 2 | Dr. R. Preetha | Click Here |
| 8. | நாச்சியார்திருமொழி | Dr. R. Preetha | Click Here |
| 9. | பெருமாள்திருமொழி – 5 | Dr. R. Preetha | Click Here |
| 10. | புறநானூறு – உழவர்குடிபாதுகாத்தல் | Dr. R. Preetha | Click Here |
| 1. | ஆசாரக்கோவை | Dr. Shanbagavalli G. | Click Here |
| 2. | புறநானூறு | Dr. Shanbagavalli G. | Click Here |
| 1. | இன்னாநாற்பது | Dr. Deepa S | Click Here |
| 2. | கலித்தொகை | Dr. Deepa S | Click Here |
| 1. | நாலடியார் – பொறையுடைமை | Ms. Auxilia Mary A. | Click Here |
| 2. | நம்பிக்கையே வலிமை | Ms. Auxilia Mary | Click Here |
| 3. | உங்களின் பேச்சு எப்படி? | Ms. Auxilia Mary | Click Here |
| 4. | பொன் போன்றது நேரம் | Ms. Auxilia Mary | Click Here |
| 5. | ஐங்குறுநூறு – வேட்கைப்பத்து | Ms. Auxilia Mary | Click Here |
| 6. | தொழிலாளர் முறையீடு | Ms. Auxilia Mary | Click Here |
| 7. | நள்ளிரவுத் தொலைபேசி | Ms. Auxilia Mary | Click Here |
| 8. | இரவல் முகங்கள் | Ms. Auxilia Mary | Click Here |
| 1. | வள்ளுவனின்சொல் | Ms. A. Indumathi | Click Here |
| 2. | நான்மணிக்கடிகை | Ms. A. Indumathi | Click Here |
| 3. | நட்பு | Ms. A. Indumathi | Click Here |
| 4. | அச்சோப் பதிகம் | Ms. A. Indumathi | Click Here |
| 1. | பதினெண் கீழ்க்கணக்கு நூல்கள் | Ms. G. Hemalatha | Click Here |
| 2. | பழமொழிநாநூறு – கல்வியின்சிறப்பு | Ms. G. Hemalatha | Click Here |
| 3. | ஏலாதி | Ms. G. Hemalatha | Click Here |
| 1. | ஏ.பி.ஜே அப்துல்கலாம் | Ms. N. Srimathi | Click Here |
| 2. | நாடகத்தந்தை – பம்மல்சம்பந்த முதலியார் | Ms. N. Srimathi | Click Here |
BEST PRACTICES
Various programmes and activities are conducted by the Department of Tamil throughout the year. The Department imparts Salesian values based on the Preventive System to the students. The Department practices the following which can also be identified as best practices of the department.
- The department organizes 8 Endowment Lectures every year which are highly beneficial to students.
- Through the annual Muthamizh vizha celebration, the significance and beauty of the Tamil language is celebrated, explored and promoted.
- A quarterly magazine Uttru is released by the department to encourage creative and literary pursuits among students.
- The department actively engages in counseling needy students.
- The staff members of the department focus on research articles and book publications and have been highly appreciated for their contribution at the institution level.
- The department is actively involved in extension activities like offering TNPSC coaching classes.
- Students are taken for educational industrial visits to Newspaper offices for experiential learning and career orientation regarding printing and magazine preparation.
- The department conducts an interdepartmental and intercollegiate quiz programme to promote the reading habit.
- The department also conducts Value Added Course.