CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus

The Department of English, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, organized a thought-provoking and interdisciplinary guest lecture titled “Foundations of the Indian Constitution: Exploring the Basics of Constitutional Law.” Designed for the postgraduate students of the MA in English with Digital Humanities program, the session was led by Prof. Shubham Thakur, Assistant Professor in the Department of Law, who brought legal depth and pedagogical clarity to the discussion. The event aimed to introduce students to the foundational principles of the Indian Constitution while highlighting its contemporary relevance in shaping cultural, political, and digital narratives. The session began with an introduction to the Constitution as the grund norm—the foundational legal document from which all other laws in India derive authority. Prof. Thakur emphasized the Constitution’s dual role as both a legal and moral framework that governs democratic life and protects fundamental rights...

The 10-hour workshop was conducted for five days, from 28th January 2025 to 30th January 2025, 13th February 2025 and 27th March 2025. The workshop focused on introducing students to digital tools that could help in visual storytelling and text analysis. Dr Jibrael Jos introduced the students to several features and functions of the familiar Excel software that can be useful in several ways, including analysing texts and creating visual presentations of data regarding stories. In the first session, Dr Jos introduced the students to functions like arithmetic progression, generating random numbers, finding minimum, maximum and averages between the numbers of selected cells, and so on. He showed the students ways to fill selected cells with relevant colours, and add icons into cells, with the use of conditional formatting. Then he introduced them to functions that could filter out the required number of characters from the text in a particular cell. In the second session, Dr Jos went on t...

The Department of English and Cultural Studies at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, successfully organized a workshop titled “Text Mining in the Digital Humanities” on 28 February 2025. The workshop, conducted from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM in the Smart Room of the Management Block, was specifically tailored for the students of the MA English with Digital Humanities program. The primary objective of this session was to provide students with a foundational understanding of text mining and its practical applications in humanities research. The resource person for the session was Ms. Jessia Saji, a research scholar from the Department of English and Cultural Studies. Ms. Saji brought both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise to the workshop, ensuring that the session was not only informative but also engaging and hands-on. The event began with a welcome address and brief introduction by the faculty coordinator, who underscored the growing relevance of digital tools ...

The Department of English and Cultural Studies recently hosted an insightful guest lecture by Dr. Mukulika Dattagupta on Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), a session that resonated deeply with the interdisciplinary ethos of the MA in English with Digital Humanities program. By exploring the intersections of oral traditions, cultural narratives, and digital preservation, the lecture aligned perfectly with the program’s focus on merging literary studies with technology to reimagine knowledge dissemination in the 21st century.and encouraging students to explore contemporary issues through a literary lens. Dr. Dattagupta’s discussion on the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and its emphasis on integrating indigenous knowledge into modern education underscored the relevance of IKS for students of Digital Humanities. Her critique of colonial education’s homogenizing effects directly connected to the program’s decolonial approach, encouraging students to question dominant narratives and lever...

The Christ University Annual Book Fair 2025 was held on 5th and 6th May at the Quadrangle, Central Block, and Ivy Hall, Management Block, Pune Lavasa Campus. Organized by the Knowledge Resource Centre in association with various campus groups, the fair aimed to promote a reading culture and provide access to a wide range of academic and general books. Six reputed publishers participated, displaying over 7,000 titles across disciplines. The event saw enthusiastic involvement from faculty, students, Lavasa Public School, and local residents. With multilingual offerings, book donations, and interactive stalls, the fair successfully fostered learning, community engagement, and a vibrant academic atmosphere. Objective: The Annual Book Fair 2025 aimed to promote a culture of reading and facilitate access to a diverse range of academic and general reading materials by bringing reputed publishers and vendors directly to the university campus. Inauguration Ceremony: The event was formally inaug...

The Second Session of the “Skill Enhancement through Dialogue series,” led by Renu Ma'am, focused on the theme of Time Management. This engaging session blended theoretical insights, historical context, and interactive activities to equip participants with practical skills for effective time management and problem-solving. The session began with an exploration of the historical development of time theory. Renu Ma'am traced the evolution of timekeeping from ancient sundials and water clocks to modern atomic clocks, highlighting how societal needs shaped time measurement tools. This historical perspective underscored the cultural and scientific significance of time, setting the stage for deeper discussions on managing it effectively. Renu Ma'am introduced key time management theories, including Frederick Taylor’s Scientific Management Theory, which emphasizes task efficiency through structured processes, and Henri Fayol’s Administrative Management Theory, which outlines plann...

The Centre for Academic and Professional Support (CAPS) at Pune Lavasa Campus, in collaboration with the Center for Research, hosted an enriching guest lecture titled “From Idea to Innovation: The Student Research Journey” on May 2, 2025 from 4:45 to 6:00 pm in Room no. 1202, Central Block. This event was part of CAPS’ ongoing efforts to encourage students to think critically, ask meaningful questions, and build a strong foundation in academic research. The session was conducted by Dr. Preethi N, Associate Professor at the Center for Research, Lavasa Campus. Known for her expertise in machine learning, natural language processing (NLP), and neural networks, Dr. Preethi has a commendable academic track record, with several research publications, patents, and honors to her name. Her approachable and insightful style made the session both informative and engaging for the audience. Dr. Preethi began the session by breaking down the concept of research in a way that felt accessible and insp...