Memorabilia 2023

From the Desk of the Head of the Department .............................................................. 4
MAHARAJA KRISHNAKUMARSINHJI BHAVNAGAR UNIVERSITY ................................. 7
The Vision............................................................................................................................... 7
The Mission ............................................................................................................................. 7
The Genesis............................................................................................................................. 7
Research Activities Acknowledged by the Government .......................................................... 8
Centre of Excellence in Nano-Technology ............................................................................... 8
State Level Nanotechnology Research Centre ......................................................................... 8
Ocean Science and Technology Cell for Western Coast ............................................................ 8
Entrepreneurship Development Cell ....................................................................................... 8
University Industry Linkage Cell............................................................................................. 9
Gandhian Study Centre .......................................................................................................... 9
SMT. SUJATA BINOY GARDI DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH ........................................... 10
Courses offered under CBCS to students:................................................................................11
Research Based Course: .........................................................................................................11
Cambridge ESOL SCOPE Course:............................................................................................11
Achievements ........................................................................................................................11
Staff Members .................................................................................................................... 12
Teaching Facilities ............................................................................................................... 12
Academic Extension activities by faculties in the Year 2022- ‘23......................................................... 13
Prof.Dilip Barad- Academic Extension Activities 2022-23............................................................13
Ms. Megha Trivedi- Academic Extension Activities 2022-23........................................................17
Academic Blog Publication by Prof. Dilip Barad in the academic year 2022- ‘23.............................18
Number of Students (2022- ‘23) .............................................................................................. 19
E-mail Address of Students: .................................................................................................. 19
Academic Achievements of Students .......................................................................................... 21
List of Students participating in National/ International Webinars/ Seminars/ Conferences ........................... 21
Online courses participated in by students..................................................................................... 22
Major events Organized in The Department of English in the Academic year 2022- ‘23............................... 23

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English Department Students' Vibrant Engagement in Events (2022- ‘23).......................................25
Committee Reports: ............................................................................................................ 27
Documentation Committee Report 2022- ‘23.........................................................................27
Art and Creativity Committee Report 2022- 23............................................................................29
ICT Committee Report 2022-2023...........................................................................................41
Daily Assembly Committee Report: 2022- 2023 .......................................................................55
Celebration Committee Report 2022-23 ..................................................................................66
Library Committee Report - 2022 - 23.....................................................................................84
Bulletin Board Committee Reports : 2022-23.........................................................................100
Mass Media Committee Report 2022-2023 ............................................................................107
Gardening Committee Report : 2022 - ‘23.............................................................................116
Movie Screening Committee Report 2022-’23...........................................................................120
Sports and Recreation Committee Report 2022-23.................................................................143
Finance Management Committee 2022-23 ................................................................................154
Creative Corner ............................................................................................................... 158
Photographs........................................................................................................................158
Paintings............................................................................................................................164
Rangolis ..............................................................................................................................166
Poems ..................................................................................................................................167
Short Stories........................................................................................................................173
Movie Review.......................................................................................................................176
Other ...................................................................................................................................181
Workshops Organised by Department of Engish in the year 2022- ‘23..........................................189
Thinking Skills Workshop By Milan Pandya (13-14/ 08/ 2022)............................................189
Workshop on Machine Translation by Buddhiditya Das (02/09/2022) [Online Mode] .........191
Workshop on Anchoring by Punit Purohit (8 September 2022)...........................................192
Workshop on Folk-Dance (8 September 2022)....................................................................193
Workshop on Photography by Dhaval Parmar (12/ 09/ 2022) .............................................194
Workshop on Theatre Events by Maun Sadhu (18 September 2022) ...................................196
Academic Writing Workshop ( 12/ 12/ 2022)......................................................................196
Ph.D. Viva Attended in the academic Year 2022- ‘23 .............................................................197
Ph.D. Viva of Mrs. M. Malini (12/ 07/ 2022) .......................................................................197
Expert lectures in the year 2022- ‘23 .....................................................................................198

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Dr. Ravi Zala....................................................................................................................198
Dr. S. Patchainayagi .........................................................................................................198
Dr. Vinod Joshi: ...............................................................................................................199
Dr. Nishant Pandya: .........................................................................................................199
Incremental Departmental sessions in the academic year 2022- ‘23 ................................................ 200
A Talk with Jitubhai Vadher- Session on Gazal (Ek Sadi no Poro) (03/ 09/ 2022):...................200
Digital Humanities session by Prakruti Bhatt and Kavisha Alagiya Session (28/ 09/ 2022):......200
Research Paper Writing: .................................................................................................... 201
Abstracts Of Research papers Presented by Students in the academic Year 2022- ‘23.....................202
Performance charts of Students Batch 2021- ‘23 ....................................................................... 228
Classroom Presentation Performance........................................................................................228
Goggle classroom Performance.............................................................................................229
Total Participation by Students: .............................................................................................. 231
Part 1: ...............................................................................................................................231
Part 2: ...............................................................................................................................232
Overall, of Participation in Events 2022-23:...........................................................................232
Digital portfolio Demonstration of Batch 2021- ‘23 .................................................................... 233

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From the Desk of the Head of the Department
~ Dilip Barad
Amidst the ethereal dreams of a future world driven by Artificial Intelligence, we now find
ourselves living in the very revolution we once imagined. The present is a surreal reality, and its
sheer brilliance leaves us in awe. A mere glimpse of AI's eloquence with the English language is
enough to make one's heart skip a beat. As we contemplate the digital revolution, we're reminded
of Wordsworth's iconic words in Book XI of the Prelude1
:
"Bliss was it in that dawn to be alive,
But to be young was very heaven! - Oh! Times!"
These lines, written for the fervent enthusiasts of the French
Revolution, resonate equally with digital aficionados.
One could draw parallels between the French Revolution and
the digital age, and take the perspective of a typical Luddite2
to discern similarities between the frustration that
accompanies a trail of revolution. The Tale of Two Cities3
,
which opens with the famous lines,
" It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the
age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the
season of Light, it was the season of Darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the winter
of despair, we had everything before us," echoes the tumultuous nature of our digital era.
Living on the 'threshold of
time,' we face technological
uncertainties that are
certainties, digital disruptions
that rupture the very fabric of
our being with revelry. It is
imperative that we look to the
youth to display a level of
sensibility and maturity that
surpasses that of previous
generations. Should they fail to
do so, the best of times could turn into the worst of times, this age could become a period of digital
dumbness, and despair and darkness will surely follow. The youth must tread with caution,
1
The subtitle of The Prelude is 'Growth of a Poet's Mind'. William Wordsworth (1770-1850) began writing his autobiographical
blank verse epic in 1798, working on it intermittently until 1839. It was published posthumously in 1850.
2
19C protester against technology: a worker who was involved in protests in the United Kingdom in the 1810s against new
factory methods of production and who favored traditional methods of work.
3
A Tale of Two Cities is a historical novel published in 1859 by Charles Dickens, set in London and Paris before and during the
French Revolution.

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ensuring they navigate this new path with a profound understanding of the potential consequences
of Artificial Intelligence.
As students of the English language, we must come to terms with the perilous threat that AI, as a
language transformer, poses to our future job prospects. Tools such as OpenAI's ChatGPT have
already achieved an impressive level of performance, which could potentially jeopardize the
livelihoods of English language teachers. Yet, the future is not entirely bleak. Even with the advent
of these language generative tools, there will always be a demand for those who possess the skill
of identifying and rectifying errors. For those who have a natural gift for working with language,
the future is bright. This also serves as an ominous warning for those who have acquired a Masters
in English or passed competitive exams like TET or NET, for they may find themselves jobless or
unwanted if they fail to surpass AI's capabilities in terms of linguistic expertise and literary
sensibilities.
Our current batch (2021-23) has shown remarkable potential, bringing accolades and honor to the
Department of English in various ways. In 2022, many students from this batch secured top
positions in the Research Paper Writing Competition organized by the Research Facilitation Center
of Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University. Several students delivered research paper
presentations in a Seminar of National level, exhibiting their academic prowess. In the Youth
Festival 2022, the Department exhibited an incredible performance after almost two decades of
dormancy. Participation in sports and cultural events was better than ever before, and students
shone brilliantly in other prestigious events of Bhavnagar City, such as Excel Expressions.
Let us not forget that the talents of bygone eras are but echoes of the past, and the arrival of a new
decade demands a novel set of aptitudes to be acquired. The youth of today must don the mantle
of being lifelong learners, possessing an innate ability to self-educate and adapt to the ever-shifting
digital terrain. Alas, the unrelenting onslaught of the pandemic has instilled a sense of languor in
many of you, and the youth must rise up to face not only the challenge of this slothful demeanor
but also the sundry health hazards that accompany unpredictable weather changes, engendering an
array of allergic afflictions.
In these trying times, the virtues of mental and physical well-being will be akin to precious pearls,
coveted and treasured above all else. Hence, it is never too late to cultivate a healthy routine of
engaging in outdoor activities, be it at the break of dawn or the fall of dusk.
Our department strives to cultivate students to not only possess a mature understanding of life and
human nature through the prism of literature but also possess the digital acumen needed to excel
in the contemporary world.
We believe that learning literature helps students gain a deeper understanding of life and human
nature through the prism of different literary works. It enables them to analyze complex ideas,
identify different perspectives, and make informed judgments. By studying literature, students can
develop empathy and sensitivity towards people from diverse cultures and backgrounds, as they
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On the other hand, in today's digital age, having digital skills has become essential for personal
and professional growth. Digital skills are required in almost every field, and students who possess
them are more likely to excel in their careers. By acquiring digital skills, students can improve
their problem-solving abilities, enhance their creativity, and increase their efficiency in performing
various tasks. Additionally, digital skills are in high
demand in the job market, and possessing them can
significantly increase students' employability.
Therefore, the combination of literature and digital
skills creates a well-rounded individual who can
navigate the contemporary world with ease. Students
who possess both can analyze complex issues, think
critically, communicate effectively, and excel in their
careers. The department's aim to cultivate such
students, who can soar high and realize their
aspirations, is commendable as it recognizes the
importance of holistic education that prepares students
for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st
century.
We fervently hope that by the time you graduate, you will have grown wings to soar high and
realize your aspirations with ease.
As we journey through the digital revolution, let us not forget the hopes and aspirations that fuel
our dreams. May we rise to meet the challenges of this new era with Wordsworthian zeal, ever
mindful of the beauty and wonder that surrounds us. Like a butterfly emerging from its cocoon, let
us spread our wings and take flight, soaring towards a future filled with infinite possibilities.
Yet, as we strive for success and fulfillment, let us not be blinded by the bright lights of progress.
Let us heed the warning of Dickensian dichotomies and tales of Hard Times, which remind us of
the dark side of our existence. For in this world of light, there are shadows that lurk in the corners,
waiting to pounce on unsuspecting prey. Let us be vigilant and cautious, ever mindful of the pitfalls
and dangers that lie in wait.
So, my dear friends, let us move forward with optimism and hope, embracing the duality of our
existence. For in this balance lies the key to a successful and fulfilling life. May your hopes and
aspirations remain unscathed, even as we navigate the ever-changing landscape of the digital age.

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MAHARAJA KRISHNAKUMARSINHJI
BHAVNAGAR UNIVERSITY
The Vision
The University in committed to the cause of a dynamic equilibrium within the society and
environment value added education, while keeping the principles of Excellence, Efficiency and
Equity in its frame. By identifying social requirement, the University shall generate environment
to provide career solutions through compatible academic programme contributing towards.
The Mission
To evolve and execute educational & developmental programmers, training programmes, faculty
enrichment programmes, social aware development, preservation, dissemination and extension of
the frontiers of knowledge in the interest of 'Community at large'.
The Genesis
Bhavnagar is traditionally known for its cultural princely ruler Shri Krishnakumarsinhji who was
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received his initial college education in Shamaldas College, which is Maharaja
Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University. The University is providing high quality of Teaching
and Research Programmes in faculties as diverse as Science, Arts, Commerce, Engineering,
Medicine, Management, Rural Studies and Law. The University has at present 20 Post Graduate
Departments and 4 Recognized Institute.
Research Activities Acknowledged by the Government
Considering the importance of research activities being carried out by the University in the most
relevant and high-profile areas such as nanotechnology, Marine Ecology, Intellectual Property
Rights & its Management and Entrepreneurship, Government of India and Gujarat Government
have recognized several Departments as Centres of Excellence and Science and Technology Cells
for improving PG teaching and Research to make Bhavnagar University at par with National
Laboratories/ Institutes. Following Centres of Excellence and Cells are actively engaged in
research and consultancy services.
Centre of Excellence in Nano-Technology
Centre of Excellence in Nano-Technology It is funded by Gujarat Council of Science &
Technology, Government of Gujarat, Gandhinagar. The Centre has developed various application
of nanotechnology by synthesis of mono dispersed nano particles.
State Level Nanotechnology Research Centre
The Centre has recently been allocated a grant of Rs. 5.75 crores by the Industries Department of
Government of Gujarat as a success story based on the proven track record of the projects
undertaken in the past on Nanotechnology.
Ocean Science and Technology Cell for Western Coast
It in funded by Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India, New Delhi. This Cell has focused
mainly in the areas of Biodiversity of Coastal Ecosystem, Plankton, Ecology and Productivity,
Coastal Pollution & its Control, Microbial Ecology and Socio-Economic aspects of Coastal
Ecosystem and its management.
Entrepreneurship Development Cell
It is funded by National Science & Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board,
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Cell has started entrepreneurship Promotion among the students and apart from promotion is
involved in various issues concerning the entrepreneurship in Saurashtra Region. Cell is involved
in imparting Skill Development through Science and Technology (STST) Programmes for
differently able students in the field of computer technology.
University Industry Linkage Cell
To cater to the needs of local entrepreneurs, University has started U & I Linkage Cell which is
actively engaged in providing technical solutions of various problems of Chemical and
Engineering industries in the region.
Corporate Services: Department of Chemistry is recognized by Gujarat Pollution Control Board,
Government of Gujarat as Environment Auditor of Class-1 and for Schedule-I & II Industries.
Gandhian Study Centre
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi-the Father of the Nation had received early education at
Shamaldas College in Bhavnagar. Department of History is therefore involved in research
activities of various aspects of the Gandhian Philosophy, For the purpose, University Grants
Commission, New Delhi, sanctioned a Gandhian Study Centre for further research and to inculcate
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SMT. SUJATA BINOY GARDI DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH
Address:
Smt. Sujata Binoy Gardi Department of English, Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji University, Sardar
Vallabhbhai Patel Campus, Bhavnagar. 364001. Gujarat.
Email: english@mkbhavuni.edu.in
Phone: HOD: Dr. Dilip Barad - 9898272313
Ghanshyambhai Budheliya - 9428222446
Year of Establishment: 1988
Head of the Department: Dr. Dilip P. Barad, Professor of Masters of Arts (English)
Visiting Faculties: Ms.Yesha Bhatt and Ms. Megha Trivedi
MA Old Pattern:
This Program runs under C.B.C. System. It carries 100 credits. The students are offered 16 courses
as Core Courses and 10 courses as Elective Courses from which they are supposed to choose any
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This Program runs under C.B.C. System. It carries 100 credits. The students are offered 20 courses
as Core Courses among 12 courses as Elective Courses from which they are supposed to choose
any four courses.
Courses offered under CBCS to students:
Two courses are offered to the students of all the P.G. Departments of Maharaja
Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University to earn additional credits and to enhance their
Communicative Competence, where as to the students of other Departments (1.e. Gujarati, Hindi
and Sanskrit), all the Core and Elective courses are offered to get an exposure to the World
Literature and Literary Critical Theories.
Research Based Course:
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in English Literature, American Literature, Indian Writing in
English, Post-Colonial Studies, Translation Studies, Cultural Studies, Comparative Literature,
ELT and Use of Technology in Teaching English Language and Literature.
Cambridge ESOL SCOPE Course:
This course runs in collaboration with SCOPE (Govt. of Gujarat Initiative) and Cambridge English
for the Speakers of Other Languages. It is short term course of 60 to 90 hours of learning. The
Course runs on Blended Learning mode and resources of Digital Language Laboratory are utilized
for the same.
Achievements
1. All students of the Batch-2021-23 has participated at least one Research Paper in ‘National
Seminar on Research Prospects’ organized by Department of English Maharaja
Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University.
2. Two students from Batch-2022-24 have participated at least one Research Paper in
‘National Seminar on Research Prospects’ organized by Department of English Maharaja
Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University.
3. The students have presented research paper in One Day E-International Conference on
Langlit Teaching, Learning, and Innovation: Pedagogic issues and Remedies organized by
The Centre for Language Studies, P.P. Savani University
4. The students have presented research paper in Three-day National Webinar on Content-
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5. The students have presented research paper International Conference on World War I,
Modernism(s), and Time Binding, University of Jaipur, Rajasthan.
6. All students have their personalized learning website and educational blogs.
7. Eight students have passed Gujarat State Eligibility Test and is qualified for Assistant
Professor and one of them has also Qualified National Eligibility Test
Staff Members
Head of Department Prof. Dr. Dilipsinh P. Barad
Supporting Staff Ghanshyambhai Budheliya (Clerk)
Upenbhai Chauhan (Peon- Agency contract)
Jagdishbhai Gohel (Helping staff)
Teaching Facilities
Prof. Dilip Barad is a head of Department of
English, Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji
Bhavnagar University. He is the chairman of
the Board of Studies. He has also been the
Dean of, the Faculty of Arts. He has conducted
several teacher training workshops throughout
India on the Effective use of technology in
Teaching the English Language and Literature.
He has been in the teaching profession since
1996. He completed a research project funded
by UGC on Teaching Language and Literature
through Technology in 2011. He has also
developed Content on Literary Theory and
Criticism under the MHRD project. He has
also experienced online learning from various
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Ms. Yesha Bhatt is a visiting faculty at the
Department of English, M. K. Bhavnagar
University, and a research scholar at the
Department of English, B. K. N. Mehta
University, Junagadh. Her areas of interest are
ELT through online- offline mediums,
criticism, modernist literature, postcolonial
studies, African literature, post-structuralism,
and digital humanities. Her research topic is
the Pedagogical exploration of learning
English literature and language through online
platforms.
Ms. Megha Trivedi is a visiting faculty at Smt.
N.C. Gandhi and Smt. B.V. Gandhi Mahila Arts
and Commerce College, Bhavnagar, and at
Department of English, M.K. Bhavnagar
University. She is a research scholar at the
Department of English, M.K. Bhavnagar
University. Her areas of interest are ELT
(English Language Teaching), Criticism,
Indian literature, Modernist literature, and
Business Communication. Her research topic
is the Impact of Enhancing Functional English
Skills of Engineering Students: A Special
Study on the Finishing School Initiative taken
by KCG, Gujarat.
Academic Extension activities by faculties in the Year 2022- ‘23
Prof.Dilip Barad- Academic Extension Activities 2022-23
NAAC Peer-Team Visits
Sr Name of Institute Date Role
1 J.C. Bose YMCA University, Faridabad,
Haryana
10-12 Oct 2022 Peer Team Member

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2 Tillaveli Government Grade College,
Haveri, Karnataka
02-03-Feb-2023 Chairman - NAAC
Peer Team
Sr. Date Topic Event Organized by
1 27 April
2022
Hybrid Class,Live
Demo and Blended
Learning Collaborative
Tools Batch-1
A Compendium for
Faculty Development
Program for Sainik
School
IITE Gandhinagar
2 9-11 May
2022
Research and
Publication Ethics
Two Days session for
Research Scholars
Department of
Sociology MKBU
3 18 May
2022
Hybrid Class and
Collaborative Tools
Batch-2
Sainik School
Teachers Training
IITE Gandhinagar
4 8 June 2022 Research Methodology Online Talk Faculty
Development Program
SRM Institute of
Science and
Humanities,
Tamilnadu
5 9 June 2022 Tools Useful in
Research Writing
Online Talk with
Research Scholars
Department of Marine
Science, MKBU
6 15 June
2022
Learning of Glass
Technology in Hybrid
Class Batch-3
Sainik School
Teachers Training
IITE Gandhinagar
7 20 July
2022
Demonstration on
Hybrid Class and
Collaborative Tools
for Blended Learning
Batch-4
Sainik School
Teachers Training
IITE Gandhinagar
8 11 August
2022
Literary Theory and
Criticism- Pleasure of
Dissecting the Text
Online Talk on
Research Course work
in English on the
Themes
Madurai Kamaraj
University, Tamilnadu
9 23 August
2022
Multifaceted
Technology,
Conditioning of of
Language and Ethical
Faculty Development
Program for Five Days
SSET - SCMS School
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Concerns
10 26 August
2022
Hybrid Class,Live
Demo and Blended
Tools Batch-5
Sainik School
Teachers Training
IITE Gandhinagar
11 5 September
022
Talk on Globalization
and Fiction
UGC-Refresher
Course for College
Teachers
UGC Human Resource
Development Center of
Rashtrasant Tukadoji
Maharaj Nagpur
University,
Maharashtra
12 12
September
2022
Contemporary Writing
in English
Two Online Session
on Refresher Course in
English
UGC Human Resource
Development Center,
University of Mumbai,
Maharashtra
13 13
September
2022
Literature, Culture,
and Technology:
Mediations and
Intersections
UGC-Refresher
Course in English
Vasantrao Naik Govt
Institute affiliated to
Rashtrasant Tukadoji
Maharaj Nagpur
University,
Maharashtra
14 16
September
2022
Pedagogical Usage of
E-Content
Online Short Term
Course MOOCS & E-
Content Development
UGC-HRDC Sardar
Patel University
15 23
September
2022
Hybrid Class,Live
Demo and Blended
Tools Batch-6
Sainik School
Teachers Training
IITE Gandhinagar
16 1 October
2022
New Teaching
Methods in Higher
Education: Introducing
Technology
One Day NAAC
Sponsored National
Conference (in Hybrid
Mode)
Internal Quality
Assurance Cell of
Vasantrao Naik
Government Institute
of Arts & Social
Sciences Nagpur,
Maharashtra
17 29 October
2022
Research Publication
Guidelines for the
Research Methodology
Workshop
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Beginners Women
Department of English
Chandigarh, Punjab-
Haryana
18 20
November
2022
Engineering Ethics
and Organizational
Behavior
National Webinar Federal Institute of
Department of Science
and Humanities
Ernakulam, Kerala
19 23
November
2022
Hybrid Class,Live
Demo and Blended
Tools Batch-7
Sainik School
Teachers Training
IITE Gandhinagar
20 5 December
2022
Modern Theories of
Criticism
UGC- Refresher
Course
UGC-HRDC,
University of Mumbai,
Maharashtra
21 9 December
2022
Indian ELT Imitative
or Generative?
Moderated a debate
session on 'There is no
real need for Indian
ELT as it already
exists.'
English Language
Teachers Association
of India In
Collaboration with
Department of English
Changu Kana Thakur
Arts, Commerce and
Science College,
New Panvel,
(Autonomous),
Maharashtra
22 22
December
2022
Hybrid Class,Live
Demo and Blended
Tools Batch-8
Sainik School
Teachers Training
IITE Gandhinagar
23 24
December
2022
e-Content
Development, BAOU
Video Lectures
Recording Sessions
Two days to record
lectures for PhD
Coursework and
Online MA
ChaitanyaStudio of Dr.
Baba Saheb Ambedkar
Open University,
Ahmedabad
24 31
December
2022
"Reinventing Formal
Education by
Embedding Vocational
OET Milestone 2022 Oshwal Educational
Institute, Jamnagar
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2023 Methodology Conference College, Junagadh and
Dharmendrasinhji Arts
College, Rajkot
26 14 February
2023
National Education
Policy:2020
Expert Talk Department of
Sociology, MKBU
27 4 March
2023
Research Methodology Two Days Workshop Lokbharati University
Sanosara Gujarat
Ms. Megha Trivedi- Academic Extension Activities 2022-23
Sr.
no. Date Topic Event Organised by
1
February
2022
Examining Strategic
Competence in Relation
to Second Language
Acquisition for the
Students of Commerce
Research
paper
published
LangLit International Peer-
Reviewed Open Access Journal
in volume 8, Issue 3
2 March 2023
Functional Way of
Teaching the English
Language with Regards
to Finishing School
Initiative by KCG
Research
paper
published
RESEARCH MATRIX An
International Double Blind Peer
Reviewed & Refereed
Multidisciplinary Journal of
Applied Research
March-2023
3
28th March
2022
Reframing Assessment
Practice for English
Language Teaching
(ELT) At Undergraduate
Level
Presented a
collaborativ
e research
paper
Online one day National Seminar
on Exploring ELT : Innovative
Strategies in Pedagogy organized
by the Department of English,
Gujarat University
4
17-18
February
2023
Empowering Under
Graduate Students
through Functional
Approach for Productive
Skill Accuracy
Research
paper
presented Poornima University, Jaipur
5
9 December
2022 Interview Skills
Guest
lecture
Bhaktraj Dada Khachar Arts and
Commerce College, Gadhada
6
9 December
2022
How to prepare
Questionnaire
Guest
lecture
Bhaktraj Dada Khachar Arts and
Commerce College, Gadhada
7
15 March
2023
Career Prospective &
Today 's Women
Guest
lecture
M.R.R Monapara Arts College,
SPEI Bhavnagar

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Academic Blog Publication by Prof. Dilip Barad in the academic year 2022- ‘23
Sr. no. Title of the Blog Date of Publication
1 Memorabilia 2022 9 April 2022
2 Academic Writing 3 May 2022
3 Pleasure of Dissecting the Text 11 August 2022
4 Amrit Rang Youth Festival 2022 MKBU 26 October 2022
5 Engineering Ethics and Organizational Behaviour 22 November 2022
6 Open AI-Generated Literature - ChatGPT 13 January 2023
7 Objectives for using ChatGPT in the literature classroom 22 January 2023
8 Research Publication Guidelines for the Beginners 30 January 2023
9 ChatGPT in Literature Classroom - Waiting for Godot 31 January 2023
10 Modern Theories of Criticism: An Overview 31 January 2023
11 Gurudiksha: A Journey towards Hybrid Class and Blended
Learning for Sainik School Teachers
5 February 2023
12 Dissertation Writing 15 February 2023
13 English Studies 26 February 2023
14 Reflection and Writing: Empowering Students in Higher
Education
8 March 2023
15 Research Directions in Humanities - BKNMU - Junagadh 9 March 2023
16 Pedagogical Usage of E-Content | Online Short Term Course |
MOOCs & E-Content Development | UGC-HRDC
9 March 2023
17 Teaching English Literature in Digital Age | UGC - HRDC |
Mumbai University
9 March 2023

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18 Globalization and Fiction | UGC HRDC Refresher Course |
Nagpur
9 March 2023
19 Tools in the Tool-kit of 21st Century Teacher | UGC - HRDC |
Mumbai University
9 March 2023
Number of Students (2022- ‘23)
Part Number of Girls Nuber of boys Total
Part 1 19 01 20
Part 2 17 02 19
Total 36 03 39
E-mail Address of Students:
No.
Name - Sem 1 - Batch
2022-24
Gmail
1 Aarti Sarvaiya aartisarvaiya7010@gmail.com
2 Anjali Rathod rathodanjali20022002ui@gmail.com
3 Avani Jani avanijani.18@gmail.com
4 Bhavyata Kukadiya bhavyatakukadiya@gmail.com
5 Drashti Joshi drashtijoshi582@gmail.com
6 Gayatri Nimavat gayatrinimavat128@gmail.com
7 Ghanshyam Katariya gkatariya67@gmail.com
8 Gopi Dervaliya gopidervaliya02@gmail.com
9 Hina parmar hinaparmar612@gmail.com
10 Hetal Pathak hetalpathak28@gmail.com
11 Insiyafatema Alvani insiyafatemaalvani@gmail.com
12 Mansi Gujadiya mansigajjar10131@gmail.com
13 Nirali Dabhi niralidabhi95@gmail.com
14 Payal Bambhaniya payalbambhaniya92@gmail.com

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15 Pooja Bhuva poojabhuva2002@gmail.com
16 Rajeshvariba Rana rhrana148@gmail.com
17 Riddhi Rathod riddhirathod1213@gmail.com
18 Rinkal Dangar dangarrinkal0609@gmail.com
19 Trushali Dodiya trushalidodiya84@gmail.com
20 Upasna Goswami goswamiupasna339@gmail.com
No Name - Sem 3 - Batch 2021-23 Gmail
1 Aamena Rangwala aamenarangwala51@gmail.com
2 Bhavan Sosa bhavnasosa@gmail.com
3 Dhruvita Dhameliya dhameliyadhruvita24@gmail.com
4 Dhvani Rajyaguru dhvanirajyaguru22@gmail.com
5 Divya Parmar divyaparmar07012@gmail.com
6 Divya Sheta divyasheta@gmail.com
7 Emisha Ravani emisharavani3459@gmail.com
8 Himanshi Parmar himanshiparmar3004@gmail.com
9 Hinaba Saraviya hinabasarvaiya1711@gmail.com
10 Hirva Pandya Pandyahirva815@gmail.com
11 Janvi Nakum janvinakum360@gmail.com
12 Jheel Barad jheelbarad@gmail.com
13 Khushbu Makwana khushbumakwana1239@gmail.com
14 Mayuri Pandya pandyamayuri0610@gmail.com
15 Nehalba Gohil nehalbagohil26@gmail.com
16 Nidhi Dave davenidhi05@gmail.com
17 Nilay Rathod rathodnilay2017@gmail.com
18 Nirav Amreliya niramreliyaunofficial@gmail.com
19 Vachchhalata Joshi vachchhalatajoshi.14@gmail.com

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Academic Achievements of Students
Rank in M.A. English (The examination year 2021- ‘22)
Name of the Student Programme Rank
Daya Vaghani M.A. (English) First
Hiral Kashyap M.A. (English) Second
Khushbu Lakhupota M.A (English) Third
List of Students participating in National/ International Webinars/ Seminars/
Conferences
Year 2022- ‘23
Sr.
no.
Name of Student Research Paper Presented at
1 Jheel Barad Three-day National Webinar on Content-based Language
Teaching: Implications for ESL organized by The University
of Kerala on 23-25 February 2023.
2. Jheel Barad
Emisha Ravani
Divya Sheta
Dhruvita Dhameliya
Himanshi Parmar
One Day E-International Conference on Langlit Teaching,
Learning, and Innovation: Pedagogic issues and Remedies
organized by PPSU, Surat on 25 February 2023.
3. Jheel Barad
Emisha Ravani
Aamena Rangwala
Himanshi Parmar
International Conference on ‘World War I, Modernism(s),
and Time Binding’ organized by University of Jaipur,
Rajathan on 27- 28 January 2023
4. Aamena Rangwala
Bhavna Sosa
Dhruvita Dhameliya
National Seminar on ‘The Research Prospects in English
Studies’ organized by Department on English, MKBU on 3
March 2023

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Dhvani Rajyaguru
Divya Parmar
Divya Sheta
Emisha Ravani
Himanshi Parmar
Hinaba Sarvaiya
Hirva Pandya
Janvi Nakum
Jheel barad
Khushboo Makwana
Mayuri Panya
Nehalba Gohil
Nidhi Dave
Nilay Rathod
Nirav Amreliya
Vachchalata Joshi
Trushali Dodiya
Hetal Pathak
Ghanshyam Katariya
Online courses participated in by students.
Year 2022- ‘23
Sr.
No.
Name of the Student Course Platform
1 Jheel Barad Electronic Literature and Artificial Intelligence
(AI): Theory and Practice of Digital Storytelling
(29-25 October 2022)
Gian
2 Jheel Barad Manuals of Motherhood: Meditations on
Transnational Literary Tropes (28 Nov- 2 Dec
2022
Gian
3 Jheel Barad Global Relevance of Forensic Linguistics (5 May
2022)
Gian

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4 Jheel Barad
Emisha Ravani
Divya Sheta
Vachchalata Joshi
History Of English Literature (1-15 June 2022) Daath
Voyage
5 Jheel Barad
Emisha Ravani
Divya Sheta
Aamena Rangwala
Nidhi Dave
Janvi Nakum
A Two Week Multidisciplinary International
Faculty Development Programme on Research
Methodology (6-21 June 2022)
SRM
Institue
(Chennai)
6 Jheel Barad
Trushali Dodiya
Drashti Joshi
Modern European Drama Swayan
Major events Organized in The Department of English in the Academic year 2022-
‘23
Sr.
No. Events Names Date
1 Annual and farewell function for Batch 2020- ‘22 9 April 2022
2 Yoga Day celebration 22 June 2022
3 Yoga Day Special DA 22 June 2022
4 Olympic Day Special DA 27 June 2022
5 Expert talk by Ravi Zala on Postcolonial studies 07 July 2022
6 Online PHD Viva of Mrs. M Malini 13 July 2022
7 Guru Purnima Special DA 13 July 2022
8 Victoria Park visit 20 July 2022
9 Welcome Function 24 July 2022
10 Two- day ICT workshop 8- 9 August 2022
11 Film Promotion- Fakt mahilao mate 12 August 2022
12 Thinking Skill Workshop by Milan Parmar 13- 14 August 2022
13 Gardening Day- Memory Tree Plantation 15 August 2022
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15 Rave Event 25 August 2022
16 National Sportsday Celebration 29 August 2022
17 I Am a Storyteller (Reading) 30 August 2022
18 Machine Translation workshop- Buddhiditya Das 2 September 2022
19 Session on Gazal (Ek sadi no poro)- Dr. Jitubhai Vadher Session 3 September 2022
20 Teacher's Day Technical Session 3 September 2022
21 Teacher's Day 5 September 2022
22 Anchoring Workshop by Punit Purohit 8 September 2022
23 Folk Dance Workshop by Yash Solanki 8 September 2022
24 Photography Workshop by Dhaval Parmar 12 September 2022
25 Drama Workshop by Maun Sadhu 18 September 2022
26 Navratri Celebration 27 September 2022
27
Digital Humanities session by Prakruti Bhatt and Kavisha Alagiya
Session 28 September 2022
28 Workshop on Citation and Presentation Skills 11 October 2022
29 Academic Workshop 1 (Sem 1/3) 15 November 2022
30 Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Death anniversary 15 December 2022
31 Online talk on Translating a Tamil Poetry by Dr. S. Patchainayagi 20 December 2022
32 Central Library visit 2 February 2023
33 Barton Library Visit 3 February 2023
34 Gandhi Smruti Museum and Library Visit 3 February 2023
35 Book Pratha Visit 3 February 2023
36 Divya Bhaskar Visit 8 February 2023
37 National Seminar on Research Prospects in English Studies 5 March 2023
38 Digital Portfolio Demonstration 16 March 2023

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English Department Students' Vibrant Engagement in Events (2022- ‘23)
Sr.
no. Events Date
1 IITE Gandhinagar training second session 18 May 2022
2 Khelmahakumbh State level Lawn Tennis Tournament 27 May 2022
3 History Of English Literature by Daath Voyage 1-15 June 2022
4 State level Kala Mahakumbh Mono- acting Competition 10 June 2022
5 IITE Gandhinagar training third session 15 June 2022
6
Online talk by Dr. Nishi Pulugurtha on Shakespeare and Telugu
Cinema 18 June 2022
7 Yoga Day celebration 22 June 2022
8 Sansad Khel Mahotsav Swimming Competition 27 June 2022
9 Dr Sayoni Talwar Online Talk on The Devi in the Diva 16 July 2022
10 Inter College Chess Competition 4 August 2022
11 Inter- College Swimming Tournament 8 August 2022
12 Independence Day 15 August 2022
13 Inter- College Lawn Tennis Tournament 17 August 2022
14 Run for Tiranaga, MKBU 19 August 2022
15
Online talk Populism and Deterred Democracy by Noam
Chomsky 20 August 2022
16 Inter- College Badminton Tournament 23 August 2022
17 Inter- College Squash Tournament 24 August 2022
18 Visit to Pattani Archives (Antraal) 25 August 2022
19
Yuva urja Mohotsav- Youth festival (Rangoli/ Mehendi/
Installation/ Short Film/ Clay Modelling/ Poetry writing/ Essay
Wrting/ Paiting/ Collage/ Cartooning/ Photography/ Debate/
Quiz / Monoacting/ Elocution/ Westerm Solo) 19-21 September 2022
20
Mega Yuva Mahitsav Photography workshop- Shishuvihar
(Amul Parmar & Dhaval Parmar) 24 September 2022
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22 Academic Workshop 1 (sem 3) 15 November 2022
23 Inter University West Zone Lawn Tennis Tournament 26-29 November 2022
24 Research Proposal workshop by Dilip Barad and Vipul Purohit 12 December 2022
25 Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Death anniversary 15 December 2022
26 Talk on Albert Camus by Dipak Soliya 22 December 2022
27
Excel Expression Events (Sugum Git/ Lok Git/ Mobile
Photography/ On the Spot Painting/ News Reading) 24-25 December 2022
28 All India Inter University Swimming Competition 26-30 December 2022
29
Spark Events (Rangoli/ Poster making/ kavyotsav/ Book review/
Mehendi/ Short Film) 28-31 December 2022
30
The Manhole Complex: F. Scott Fitzgerald and His Gatsby by
Prof. Tom Cousineau (online) 20 January 2023
31 Online CBI National Webinar at Kerala 23-25 January 2023
32 Republic Day 26 January 2023
33 International Conference at Jaipur 27-28 January 2023
34 All India Postal Cultural Mono acting Competition 27 January 2023
35
Online talk on Literature and Environment by Dr. Rajitha
Venugopal 29 January 2023
36 State Youth Parliament Elocution Competition 7 February 2023
37 West Zone Inter- university Elocution, Skit, Debate Competition 8-14 February 2023
38 Online talk Celebrating Salman Rushdie's Victory City 10 February 2023
39
Online Talk:The U.S.Consulate General Mumbai Present
'Building Academic Integrity and Avoiding Plagiarism' 10 February 2023
40 All India Inter University Squash Racket Tournament 13-17 February 2023
41 E- International Conference at PPSU 25 February 2023
42 National Youth Parliament Elocution Competition 1-2 March 2023
43 National Seminar on Research Prospects at MKBU 5 March 2023
44 Arvind Ghosh State Level Elocution Competition 11 March 2023

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Committee Reports:
Documentation Committee Report 2022- ‘23
Leaders
Jheel Barad Nilay Rathod
Members
Dhruvita Dhameliya, Himanshi Parmar, Divya Parmar, Nidhi Dave, Divya Sheta, Hirva
Pandya, Rajeshvariba Rana, Avani Jani, Trushali Dodiya, Mansi Gujadiya, Hetal Pathak, Payal
Bambhaniya, Hina Parmar
The Documentation Committee of the Department of English plays a crucial role in documenting
the various events and activities that take place throughout the academic year. In today's digital
age, documentation has become an essential part of our lives. It helps us remember and cherish the
moments that we have lived, and it allows us to share our experiences with the world. The
Documentation Committee understands the importance of documentation and works tirelessly to
ensure that every event, big or small, is recorded for posterity.
The Department of English is a place where students come to learn, grow and develop their skills.
The committee recognizes that learning is not limited to the classroom and that students must be
given opportunities to interact and communicate with each other. To this end, the department has
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planning and organizing various events throughout the year. The Documentation Committee is the
head of all these committees, and it is responsible for keeping track of all the activities and events
that take place.
Throughout the year, the Documentation Committee collects data and information about all the
events and activities that take place. This data includes details such as the date and time of the
event, the number of participants, the objectives of the event, and any feedback or comments
received from the participants. The committee also takes photographs and videos of the events to
create a visual record of the activities.
At the end of the academic year, the Documentation Committee uses all the data collected to
prepare the department's memorabilia. The memorabilia is a record of all the academic and non-
academic achievements of the students. It includes photographs, videos, and written accounts of
the various events and activities that took place throughout the year. The memorabilia is a
testament to the hard work and dedication of the students and serves as a valuable resource for
future generations of students.
The Documentation Committee uses social media platforms such as Facebook to share the
department's activities and events with the wider community. Social media has become an essential
tool for documentation, as it allows us to reach a wider audience and share our experiences with
people who may not have been present at the events. The committee also encourages students to
share their experiences and thoughts about the events on social media, as this helps to create a
sense of community and belonging within the department.
Documentation is an essential part of our lives, and the Documentation Committee of the
Department of English at MKBU recognizes its importance. The committee works tirelessly to
document every event and activity that takes place throughout the year, and uses this data to create
a valuable record of the department's achievements. The memorabilia created by the committee
serves as a testament to the hard work and dedication of the students and is a valuable resource for
future generations. The committee's use of social media helps to create a sense of community and
belonging within the department and allows us to share our experiences with the wider world.
Documentation, the written word,
A vessel for knowledge, undeterred,
A record of truths, a map of progress,
A legacy left for those to possess.
(Generated by ChatGPT)

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Art and Creativity Committee Report 2022- 23
Events under Art & Creativity Committee
Leaders
Emisha Ravani Vachchalata Joshi
Members: Aamena Rangwala, Bhavna Sosa, Dhruvita Dhameliya, Divya
Parmar Divya Sheta, Hina Sarvaiya, Janvi Nakum, Trushali Dodiya,, Avni
Jani, Aarti Sarvaiya, Rajeshwari Rana, PAyal Bhambhaniya, Drashti
Joshi,
Art can be defined as the expression of human creativity and imagination through various forms
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Art is often used as a means of communication, allowing artists to express their emotions, ideas,
and perceptions of the world around them. It can also be used to challenge social norms, provoke
thought and discussion, and bring about social and political change. Art can be appreciated for its
beauty, technical skill, and originality, as well as for its ability to evoke an emotional response
from the viewer or audience. It is often subjective and open to interpretation, allowing each
individual to have their own unique experience and understanding of a particular work of art.
"Art is not what you see, but what you make others see." - Edgar Degas
"Art is the queen of all sciences communicating knowledge to all the generations of the world." -
Leonardo da Vinci
Degas suggests that art is not just about capturing what is seen visually but also about creating a
particular perception or emotion in the viewer. Art should evoke something in the viewer that goes
beyond the mere depiction of the subject matter. This is why he believes that art is about making
others see - not just what the artist sees but what the artist wants to communicate to the audience.
Leonardo da Vinci views art as a powerful tool for transmitting knowledge across generations. He
sees it as a science that can communicate complex ideas in a way that is accessible to people of all
ages and cultures. In this sense, art is not just a creative expression but also an educational tool
that can convey important ideas and insights.
Youth Festival
Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University organised a four day long (18,19,20,21
September 2022) Youth festival under the campaign ‘Aazadi ka Amrut Mahotsav’. This whole
event is hosted by Takshshila Institute of Science and Commerce. The theme of 2022 youth Fest
is ‘યુવા ઊર્જા મહોત્સવ’ . Due to the corona pandemic this grand intercollege youth festival wasn’t
possible. This year again with the same enthusiasm university, host, institutes and students are
being part of this event. Every year youth fest is declared around 2 month earlier and all the
institutes used to prepare for 2 months but this time due to Gujarat State level youth, MKBU
Youth festival was declared just 15-20 days prior and was performed by the students.
No. Participant Event 1 Event 2
1 Emisha Ravani Mehendi Western Solo
2 Jheel Barad Clay modelling Rangoli
3 Hina Parmar On the spot painting Poster making
4 Dhvani Rajyaguru Mono acting Elocution
5 Divya Parmar Short Film Essay

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6 Himanshi Parmar Short Film
Poem writing and
recitation
7 Divya Sheta Short Film Photography
8 Rajeshwari Rana Short Film Debate
9 Nilay Rathod Short Film
10 Ghanshyam Katariya Installation
11 Drashti Joshi Installation
12 Upasna Goswami Installation
13 Insiyafatema Alvani Installation
14 Hinaba Sarvaiya Quiz
15 Hirva Pandya Quiz
16 Nirav Amreliya Quiz
17 Bhavna Sosa Collage
18 Trushali Dodiya Cartooning
19 Kosha Bhatt Debate
Achievement in Youth Festival
In total, 19 participants participated in 17 different events. We won 9 events out of 17 and brought
14 medals to the Department, as well as a rolling trophy in the elocution competition won by
Dhvani Rajyaguru.
Appreciation message from HOD: “Congratulations to the winner of Youth Festival Events… This
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Spark 2022
Swami Sahajanand School of Management hosted "Spark 2022 - Igniting the True Spirit of Youth"
event under the MBA Department. The four-day extravaganza saw an overwhelming participation
from students of the Department of English who displayed an impressive range of skills and talents.
The participants of the English Department exhibited great enthusiasm and skill as they took on
various challenges throughout the event. From engaging in debates and discussions to participating
in literary quizzes and creative writing competitions, the students left no stone unturned in
showcasing their abilities.
No. Participants Event Attained Position
1 Jheel barad Rangoli, Poster making 1st in Poster making
2 Emisha
Ravani
Mehendi Competition
3 Bhavna Sosa Mehendi Competition
4 Nirav
Amereliya
Kavyotsav 2nd Position

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5 Hinaba
Sarvaiya
Kavyotsav
6 Dhruvita
Dhameliya
Mehendi Competition
7 Pooja Bhuva Book review
8 Hina Paramar Poster Making 2nd Position
9 Upasana
Goswami
Poetry Making
10 Drashti Joshi Short Film 3rd Position
11 Rajeshvari
Rana
Short Film
12 Trushali
Dodiya
Short Film
13 Bhavyata
Kukadiya
Short Film

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Excel Expression:
Sumitomo Chemical Pvt Ltd organised an event called "Excel Expression" on 25th December
2022, which witnessed remarkable participation from departments. Among the participants,
Emisha Ravani, Divya Sheta, Hinaba Sarvaiya, Jheel Barad, Trushali Dodiya, Hina Parmar, Payal
Bambhaniya, and Gopi Dervaliya from our department showcased their talent and skill.
The event was a platform for participants to exhibit their creative abilities through various
activities such as painting, poetry, storytelling, and more. Our department's students displayed their
exceptional skills and passion for creativity and communication.
No. Participant Name of Event
1 Emisha Ravani Mobile Photography
2 Divya Sheta Mobile Photography
3 Hinaba Sarvaiya News Reading

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4 Jheel Barad On the Spot Reading
5 Trushali Dodiya Sugam Git, Lok Git
6 Hina Parmar On the spot Painting
7 Payal Bambhaniya Mobile Photography
8 Gopi Dervaliya On the Spot Painting

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Payal Bambhaniya, one of the participants from our department, secured the 3rd position in the
competition

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Personal Events
Here is the list of other events in which department of English Students participated
enthusiastically. As shown in the table dhvani , Jheel and Trushali performed in various events.
Sr.
No. Name Event Name Participated Event Date Rank
1
Dhvani
Rajyaguru
Youth Parliament
Competition, District Elocution 27/1/2023 1st
Youth Parliament
Competition, State Level Elocution 7/2/2023 2nd
Youth Parliament
Competition, National Elocution 1-2/3/2023 -
P P Savani Elocution
Competition, Botad Elocution 5/1/2023 2nd
Kala Mahakumbh District
Level Mono Acting 13/9/2022 1st
Kala Maha Kumbh Zonal
Level, Somnath Mono Acting 22/2/2023 2nd
Kala Mahakumbh State
Level,Amreli (2023) Mono Acting 6/3/2023 -
Kala Mahakumbh State
level, Bhavnagar(2022) Mono Acting 10/6/2022 2nd
Youth Festival DSO,
District Elocution 11/9/2022 1st
Youth Festival DSO, Zonel,
Rajkot Elocution 13/12/2022 1st
Youth Festival DSO,
District Mono Acting 11/9/2022 1st
Youth Festival DSO, Zonel Mono Acting 13/12/2022 2nd
Mumbai Gujarati
International Competition Elocution 7/1/2023 -
All India Postal Cultural
Competition Mono Acting 27/1/2023 1st
Arvind Ghosh Competition,
District Elocution 11/1/2023 1st
Arvind Ghosh Competition,
State Level Elocution 11/3/2023 -
Bhavani Bharti Shloka
Competition Sanskrit Shloka Gaan 1st
West Zone Inter University
Youth Festival Elocution 11/2/2023 -

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West Zone Inter University
Youth Festival Skit 13/2/2023 -

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2
Jheel
Barad Srujan Painting Exhibition
Painting Exhibition- at
Khodidas Parmar Art
Gallery, Bhavnagar 8-10/10/2022 -
3
Trushali
Dodiya
Youth Parliament
Competition, District Elocution 27/01/2023 -
Nehru Yuva Mahotsav and
Yuva Samvad Elocution 24/09/2022 -
Independence Day
Patriotic Song
perfomance
26/ 01/2023

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ICT Committee Report 2022-2023
Leaders
Nilay Rathod Divya Sheta
Members: Trushali Dodiya, Rajeshvariba Rana, Drashti Joshi, Pooja Bhuva, Ghanshyam
Katariya, Hetal Pathak, Dhruvita Dhameliya, Jheel Barad, Emisha Ravani, Mayuri Pandya,
Himanshi Parmar, Divya Parmar, Hirva Pandya, Janvi Nakum, Hinaba Sarvaiya, Nidhi Dave,
Vachchalata Joshi
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has revolutionized the way we learn literature
and language. It has become the backbone of various digital gadgets, providing endless facilities
for students to enhance their learning experience. ICT has opened up a whole new world of digital
tools that help students improve their knowledge of digitization in literature and language.
The impact of ICT on education has been immense, transforming the traditional form of education
into a more modern and dynamic one. In the past, students used to learn from a chalkboard and
blackboard, but now, with the advent of laptops and glass boards, the era has changed dramatically.
The integration of technology into education has made learning more engaging, interactive, and
interesting.
Students are now able to access a vast array of digital learning tools, including e-books, online
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technology to support their individual learning styles. This has made learning more personalized
and tailored to the needs of each student.
Technology is a rapidly evolving field, and as such, ICT is continuously being updated with the
latest advancements. This means that students can stay up-to-date with the latest trends and
innovations in literature and language. They can also learn from a range of online resources,
including blogs, podcasts, and social media platforms.
ICT has brought about significant changes in education, especially in the way we learn literature
and language. It has made learning more engaging, personalized, and accessible to everyone. As
technology continues to evolve, we can expect even more innovative and exciting developments
in the field of ICT and education.
The Department of English at M.K. Bhavnagar University has a decade-long tradition of utilizing
ICT tools and incorporating technology into their teaching methods. Dr. Dilip Barad, our professor,
has an extensive understanding of how to use ICT tools specifically for language and literature
learning. Under Dr. Dilip Barad's guidance, students use various ICT tools throughout the year to
enhance the learning experience. In addition to following the academic syllabus, students also
demonstrate their literary learning abilities using different ICT tools such as Blogger, SlideShare,
Google Sites, Scribd, LinkedIn, Google Classroom, online quizzes, YouTube, ePortfolios, and web
quests.
Objectives:
● To take care of all-electric and electronic equipment.
● Make sure that all P.C. in the lab is working.
● To see that the projector, A.C., and P.C. are turned off after using it.
● All the works and events are recorded by Students.
● ICT tools and gadgets are up-to-date.
● A record of the laptops used by the students is kept by the ICT Committee.
List of working and not-working Laptops 2022-23
Working Laptops Not Working Laptops
Dell 2 White 1(not starting)
Black 5 (Screen damage) White 5(Charger)
New Mini Asus 1 Black 2(Not Starting)
New Mini Asus 2 Black 3(Trackpad, keyboard, screen damage)
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Mini Asus 172
Mini Asus 173
Mini Asus 174
Mini Asus 175
Mini Asus 176
Mini Asus 177
Mini Asus 178
Sony Vaio
Dell Red
White 2 (Chrome OS)
White 4 (Chrome OS)
Total Laptop: 21
The ICT Committee is responsible for managing the technical equipment required for Computer
Assisted Literacy Learning in our department. Their duties include maintaining and updating
laptops, and ensuring that microphones, podiums, and projectors are available for guest lectures or
special classes. The committee also provides guidance to students on using various ICT tools.
ICT encompasses a variety of technological tools such as computers, printers, projectors, digital
cameras, document viewers, smartphones, lightboards, and whiteboards. In addition, it includes a
wide range of software and applications, including various branches such as editing, teaching, and
learning management systems (LMS) like Google Classroom, MOODLE, Coursera, Khan
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New Member IFP - Interactive Flat Panel.

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Working with Digital Board Photo from the Camera of Digital Board
Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University granted two View Boards per class to every
department. The Department of English installed view boards in both classrooms in November
2022. It is argued by the sellers that -"Some of the biggest advantages of Interactive Flat Panels
are versatility, interactivity, ease of use, flexibility and variety of tools to help both teachers and
students alike. In today’s interconnected world teachers can share the work of the classroom and
assignments with just a click of a button. Similarly, students can respond and share their
assignments all without connecting even a single wire." - Prof.Dr.Dilip Barad FB
The Department of English has a 10-year-old practice of utilizing ICT tools and incorporating
technology in the academic journey of their students. The journey commences with scanning a QR
code during an Online Entrance Test and culminates in the final year with the submission of an E-
portfolio. This portfolio is a digital record of the student's academic activities during the previous
two years.
Professor Dr.Dilip Barad sir has extensive expertise in utilizing ICT tools, particularly for
enhancing Language and Literature Learning. Under his guidance, students use a variety of ICT
tools throughout the year to make their learning more captivating and fruitful. In addition to the
Academic Syllabus, students display their literary abilities through several ICT tools such as
Blogger, SlideShare, Google Sites, Scribd, Linked In, Google Classroom, Online quizzes,
YouTube, E-portfolio, Webquest, and so on.
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The Department of English has access to the BSNL WiFi network, which offers high-speed
internet connectivity through WiFi hotspots at a 4G level. Additionally, students and teachers can
also access other WiFi networks such as MKBU, ENGLISH, ENGLISH2, and ENGLISH3. LAN
connectivity is also available for those seeking a faster internet connection. Every student is
required to have their own digital device, whether it be a mobile phone or laptop. However, in case
they don't have one, they can use the laptops provided by our laptop bank. Communication between
teachers and students takes place in person as well as through social media channels like Gmail,
Whatsapp, Facebook, or Google Classroom. An innovative experiment was conducted where
Google pay was used to transfer remuneration to all resource persons of ICT workshops.
Under the guidance of our Professor Dr. Dilip Barad Sir, the Department organized ICT Workshop
for the new batch. The senior students guided the freshers about the digital tools and their usage
in daily activities in the classroom and other activities also. The purpose of such a workshop is to
help students develop the ability to find, evaluate, use, share, and create literary content using
digital devices in order to support 'Digital Skilling' initiatives. There were a total of 14 Resource
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Two-days Workshop organized on 8 - 9 August 2022.
On 8th August, the resource persons’ demonstration on:
Resource Persons Name of the Topic
Divya Sheta Personalizing Google Account and Smart Way
to Use Chrome in Mobile Phone
Janvi Nakum Various Features of G-Mail
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Dhruvita Dhameliya Google Classroom
Jheel Barad DigiLocker
On 9th August, the resource persons’ demonstration on:
Nilay Rathod
National Digital Library and Digital
Skilling:MAKING INDIA THE GLOBAL
DIGITAL TALENT HUB
Personalized Website for Archival of Digital
Resources and ePortfolio - GoogleSites
Hirva Pandya Swayam MOOC platform
Mayuri Pandya Collaborative Tools GoogleDocs &
GoogleSheet
Dhvani Rajyaguru TedEd
Himanshi Parmar Blog Writing
DivyaParmar Time Management Tools - GoogleKeep &
GoogleCalendar
Nidhi Dave Presentation Sharing Platform - SlideShare
Vachchhalata Joshi Tools for Effective Presentation - PPT &
GoogleSlides
Janvi Nakum Video Sharing - YouTube & YT Studio
Divya Sheta Cloud Storage GoogleDrive
Emisha Ravani Online Survey and Quiz - GoogleForms
Jheel Barad Citation Tools for Research Writing
Aamena Rangwala Game-based Teaching Tools - Kahoot &
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Welcome Function-2022
Every year, our department follows the tradition of welcoming new students, and the seniors
organize a function for this purpose. On July 24, 2022, the welcome function was organized, and
it was recorded using OBS Studio on a Sony Vaio laptop. To capture the entire event, we utilized
a Lenovo Webcam, and the leader of the committee, Nilay Rathod, was responsible for recording
it. Additionally, ensuring that the audio was being recorded properly was crucial. During the
function, we also incorporated an Interactive White Board and a Projector for some interactive
activities.
Here is the link to the recorded session:
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received the certificate. The process of creating these certificates was quite complex. The
workshop was held on September 3rd, and on Virtual Celebration of Teachers’ Day - 2022
Teachers play a fundamental role in shaping students' lives, as they help to develop and enhance
their untapped abilities. Here we learned about the significance of incorporating technology in
education. With the upcoming demand for teachers who are adaptable, tech-savvy, and dynamic,
our department focuses on equipping students with a combination of technological and language-
literature studies to meet future requirements. As a result, we organized a virtual celebration of
Teachers' Day on 5th September 2022 which was facilitated by various ICT tools. Likewise, using
Glass-Board, Digital Board, OBS Studio, Interactive White Board, etc. In total, we had 34 lessons,
19+15 from sem 1 and 3 respectively. All Sessions are embedded here:
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Technical Workshop for Teachers’ Day by Nilay
Rathod
We arranged a one day workshop before Teachers'
Day on how to create auto-generated e-certificates.
Entire Workshop guided by semester 4 student Nilay
Rathod. Viewers who watched a video and filled out
a Google Form September 4th, students prepared
video lectures on their respective topics.
Workshop - Citation and Presentation Skills
On October 11th, the third-semester students held a workshop for their juniors on presentation
skills. They also covered topics such as citation and error surveys, how to handle Streamyard, and
its features. The main objective of the workshop was to educate the juniors about presentation
skills. The workshop took place in the department's Language Lab, and the entire session was
streamed live on Youtube as well as the Department's Facebook page.
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On March 5th,2023 the Department of English organized the National Seminar on Research
Prospects in English Studies. We had total 10 students as Voluntier in ICT group two students in
each session. Extremely significant advice provided by Mr. Ronak Snaghvi, the department's
technical supporter and the students Ghanshyam Katariya and Nilay Rathod also played a vital
role for successful recordings.
Room Student Voluntee
Academic Hall
Admin Building, MKBU
Jheel Barad
Emisha Ravani
New Court Hall,
Admin Building, MKBU
Himanshi Parmar
Trushali Dodiya
Room 1: Taxila
Dept. of English
Rajeshwariba Rana
Avani Jani
Room 2: Nalanda
Dept. of English Drashti Joshi
Hetal Pathak
Lang. Lab
Dept. of English
Divya Sheta
Mayuri Pandya
The first inaugural session, Keynote address, and Plenary session streamed live in Streamyard at
New Court Hall, Admin Department, MKBU. The inaugural session and Keynote address were
live-streamed on Youtube as well as the Department's Facebook page. Both classrooms, Language
Lab at the department and at New Court Hall - used OBS Studio for the recordings of the
presentation. In Academic Hall, the online session of the presentation was live-streamed in the
steam yard. All sessions are linked here:
National Seminar of Research Prospects in English Studies, Keynote address and Plenary Sessions:
Research Prospects in English Studies | National Seminar | DoE-MKBU
Playlist of Parallel Sessions: Parallel Session | Lang Lab | National Seminar | English Studies |
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Online Paper Presentation at Academic Hall, Admin Building : Paper Presentations | National
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Daily Assembly Committee Report: 2022- 2023
Leaders
Emisha Ravani Divya Parmar
Members: Dhruvita Dhameliya, Jheel Barad, Himanshi Parmar, Divya Sheta, Hirva Pandya,
Nilay Rathod, Hinaba Sarvaiya, Nidhi Dave, Vachchhalata Joshi, Trushali Dodiya,
Rajeshvariba Rana, Drashti Joshi, Pooja Bhuva, Avani Jani, Hetal Pathak, Payal Bambhaniya,
Nirali Dabhi
"Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today."
- Malcolm X
Malcolm X was an American civil rights leader who believed that education was essential for
empowering African Americans and promoting social justice. His quote emphasizes the
importance of education as a means of preparing for the future and creating a better world.
In today's rapidly changing world, education is more important than ever. As technology advances
and the job market evolves, individuals need to be equipped with the skills, knowledge, and
attitudes necessary to succeed in the future. Education provides individuals with the tools they
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Malcolm X's quote also underscores the importance of education in promoting social mobility and
breaking down barriers to success. Education can help individuals to overcome poverty,
discrimination, and other obstacles, and to achieve their full potential. Malcolm X's quote
highlights the transformative power of education, both for individuals and for society as a whole.
It emphasizes the need for individuals to invest in their own education, and for societies to invest
in education as a means of creating a better future.
The Department of English provides opportunities for students to develop their intellectual
capabilities and communication skills. One such opportunity is participation in DS, a program that
allows students to hone their critical thinking and public speaking abilities. This program has
become a treasured tradition within our department, and we are grateful for the chance to work as
leaders and inspire our peers to reach their full potential. Our department's daily schedule revolves
around fostering an environment of growth and development, and we take pride in our commitment
to this mission. We believe that by nurturing our students' intellectual curiosity and providing them
with the tools they need to succeed, we can make a meaningful impact on their lives and empower
them to become future leaders in their respective fields.
Daily assemblies are an essential component of educational institutes, and they provide various
benefits that significantly impact the students, staff, and the overall school environment. Daily
assemblies allow for a unified start to the day, promoting a sense of community and togetherness.
They provide a platform for students and staff to come together and share a common experience,
setting the tone for the rest of the day. This helps to create a positive school culture and encourages
students to feel a sense of belonging, which can ultimately lead to improved academic performance
and better social relationships.
It provides opportunities for students to showcase their talents and skills. This can include
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It also encourages students to take on leadership roles, such as organizing and leading the
assembly, which further enhances their skills and personal growth. It also often includes
inspirational or motivational talks, which can provide students with the necessary tools and
mindset to face the challenges of the day. This can include discussions on topics such as mental
health, goal-setting, and positive thinking. These talks can inspire students to adopt a positive
outlook on life and to work towards their goals, both inside and outside of the classroom.
It provides a platform for school-wide announcements, including upcoming events, school news,
and important information. This ensures that students and staff are informed about school events,
changes, and policies, and helps to maintain clear communication and transparency within the
school community. It plays a critical role in promoting a positive school culture, building students'
confidence and leadership skills, providing inspiration and motivation, and ensuring clear
communication and transparency within the school community.
Special Daily Assemblies
Sr.
No.
Date Names of Special Daily Assemblies
1 22/06/2022 Yoga & Music Day
2 27/06/2022 Olympic day (belated)
3 13/07/2022 Guru Purnima
4 05/09/2022 Teachers’ Day
Yoga & Music Day Special DA:
On 22/06/22, the DA committee arranged a special assembly to celebrate Yoga and Music Day.
This day was an opportunity for students to learn about the importance of yoga and the role of
music in our lives. Both semesters participated in the event, and some students also presented their
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During the assembly, the importance of practicing yoga regularly was emphasized. It was also
discussed how yoga can help individuals to achieve inner peace and calmness. The students were
encouraged to incorporate yoga into their daily routines to lead healthy and balanced life. Music,
on the other hand, is an art form that has been an integral part of human civilization for centuries.
It is a form of expression that connects people from different cultures and backgrounds. Music has
the power to evoke emotions, inspire creativity, and bring people together.
Some students also presented their thoughts on the importance of yoga and music. They shared
their personal experiences of how practicing yoga and listening to music has helped them to cope
with stress and anxiety. The presentations were well-received by the audience, and the event was
a great success.
Olympic Day DA:
On 27/06/22, the Department of English organized a special DA for the Olympic Day celebration.
The day was celebrated belatedly, but it was an excellent opportunity for students to learn about
the history of the Olympics and the role India has played in the world of sports. The students made
presentations on what Olympic Day is and how it is celebrated worldwide. Olympic Day is
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It aims to promote the Olympic values of excellence, friendship, and respect and to encourage
people to participate in sports and physical activity. The students also discussed India's role in the
world of sports and how the country has performed in the Olympics over the years. India has a
long and rich history in sports, and the country has produced several world-class athletes who have
excelled in various sports.
The students highlighted some of the most prominent Indian athletes who have represented the
country in the Olympics, such as Abhinav Bindra, Mary Kom, P.V. Sindhu, Saina Nehwal, and
Milkha Singh. They discussed the challenges these athletes faced and the hard work and dedication
that went into achieving their success.
The students also discussed the performance of other countries in the Olympics and the role of
sports in promoting international cooperation and understanding. They highlighted the countries
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The Olympic Day celebration organized by the Department of English was an excellent
opportunity for students to learn about the history of the Olympics and the role India has played in
the world of sports. The event highlighted the importance of sports in promoting international
cooperation and understanding, and it inspired students to take up sports and physical activity in
their lives.
Guru Purnima Day DA:
On 13/07/22, the Department of English celebrated Guru Purnima. The students made
presentations on their understanding of Guru Purnima and how it is celebrated in different parts of
the country.
Additionally, in the department, the students also considered digital technology as a great teacher.
They discussed how digital technology has revolutionized the way we learn and acquire
knowledge. With the help of digital tools and platforms, students can access a wealth of
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The students also talked about how digital technology has made learning more engaging and
interactive. With the use of videos, podcasts, and other multimedia resources, students can learn
in a way that is more fun and interesting. They also discussed the importance of digital literacy
and how it is essential to navigating the modern world.
Teacher's Day DA:
On 05/09/22, the Department of English organized a virtual celebration for Teacher's Day. Dilip
sir, a teacher in the department, gave the students the task of creating video lectures and quizzes.
The students worked hard to create engaging and informative video lectures that covered various
topics related to English literature and language. They also created quizzes to test their knowledge
and understanding of the subjects. Additionally, the department provided certificates to each
student who participated in the event. This was a way to recognize and appreciate the efforts of
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The virtual celebration was a great success, and it provided an opportunity. the virtual celebration
organized by the Department of English for Teacher's Day was a testament to the creativity and
dedication of the students. The event showcased the strong bond between the students and their
teachers in the department and highlighted the importance of acknowledging and appreciating the
efforts of our teachers, even in difficult times.
Students sharing their experience of participating in various competitions.
The daily schedule consists of several columns aimed at improving individuals' skills and
knowledge in specific areas. Below is a brief overview of each column's significance:
● Thought for the Day: This column offers new insights and fresh ideas to start the day with
a positive mindset. It encourages individuals to think creatively and gain new perspectives.
● Vocabulary Drill: This column enhances communication skills, including listening,
speaking, reading, and writing. It allows individuals to expand their knowledge of words,
which provides unlimited access to new information.
● News Reading: This column provides valuable educational value and knowledge of the
latest news and events happening worldwide. It covers various topics such as politics,
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● Poetry Recitation: This column helps individuals understand and appreciate the world
around them through the unique language of poetry. It encourages them to explore new
ideas, feelings, sounds, gestures, signs, and symbols.
● Regional Literature: This column helps individuals value their language and culture by
learning and reading literary pieces from their region. It provides knowledge about the
regions and introduces them to innovative literary pieces.
● Personal Presentation: This column aids individuals in overcoming their lack of self-esteem
and confidence to present themselves effectively. It allows them to utilize their skills and
abilities by presenting themselves in a way that conveys their message effectively.
● "Photo of the Day": This column presents a daily snapshot of meaningful moments, people,
and things that we capture through photography to preserve and share our experiences from
unique perspectives.
● Singing: Singing is a significant aspect of our lives that promotes happiness and well-being
by boosting our mood and reducing stress. Even if we are not skilled at singing, we can
enjoy listening to music. As such, students can also improve their singing abilities.
● Announcement: This section is reserved for special notices and updates, as well as
summarising important discussions or highlighting key points that instructors want
students to be aware of. Additionally, the participation charts for students in DA throughout
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Participation of students in DA (Semester 1-2)

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Participation of students in DA (Semester 3-4)
All Participation of students in DA

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Celebration Committee Report 2022-23
Leaders
Mayuri Pandya & Dhruvita Dhameliya
Members: Aamena Rangwala, Bhavna Sosa, Divya Sheta, Divya Parmar, Himanshi
Parmar, Hinaba Sarvaiya, Hirva Pandya, Janvi Nakum, Jheel Barad, Nidhi Dave,
Nilay Rathod, Trushali Dodiya, Rajeshvariba Rana, Drashti Joshi, Mansi Gujadiya,
Hina Parmar, Nirali Dabhi, Avani Jani.
"Life should not only be lived, it should be celebrated." - Osho
This quote by Osho emphasises the importance of celebrating life, not just simply going through
the motions of living. It encourages us to find joy and appreciation in the present moment and to
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a positive outlook, gratitude, and a sense of connection with others, leading to a more fulfilling
and satisfying life.
Celebration refers to a joyful and festive occasion that marks a significant event or milestone.
Celebrations can take many forms, such as parties, ceremonies, festivals, or gatherings, and are
usually accompanied by activities that bring people together and create a sense of happiness,
excitement, and community.
The purpose of celebrations varies depending on the occasion and culture, but generally, they are
meant to commemorate or honour an achievement, a milestone, a tradition, a cultural or religious
event, or simply to have fun and enjoy life. Celebrations can be personal, such as birthdays,
weddings, or graduations, or communal, such as national holidays, religious festivals, or cultural
events.
Celebrations are a way of expressing joy, happiness, and gratitude for life's milestones and
achievements. They bring people together, create shared experiences and memories, and reinforce
our sense of belonging and community.
A Celebration Committee is a group of individuals responsible for organising and coordinating
celebrations and events within an organisation or community. The committee can consist of
volunteers or appointed members, depending on the structure and needs of the organisation.
The role of the Celebration Committee is to plan, organise, and execute various events and
celebrations such as Festivals, Academic days and Birthday of writers and all. The committee
members are responsible for selecting the venue, managing the budget, coordinating vendors,
creating event themes, and ensuring that the event runs smoothly.
To ensure the success of the event, the Celebration Committee typically divides tasks among
members and creates a timeline for planning and execution. Regular meetings and communication
among committee members are essential to ensuring that everyone is informed and on track with
their tasks.
The Celebration Committee plays a crucial role in fostering a positive and engaging workplace
culture by organising events that bring people together and promote a sense of community. This
is the report of the celebrations that took place in the Department of English, MKBU in the year
2021-2023.
Celebratory events occurred in the Department in the academic year 2022- ‘23
Events Name Date
1 Annual Day / Farewell Function 09/04/2022
2 Yoga Day 21/06/2022

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3 Visit to Victoria park 20/07/2022
4 Welcome Function 24/07/2022
5 Independence Day 15/08/2022
6 Rave Event 25/08/2022
7 Virtual Teachers Day 05/09/2022
8 Navratri Celebration 27/09/2022
9 Republic Day 26/01/2023
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On the 9th of April, we celebrated both our Annual Day and Farewell Function on the same day.
The Annual Day celebration was organised by our seniors, who presented the highlights of the
year and felicitated the students who had participated and excelled in various events. The event
was graced by the presence of previous students of the department who had cleared NET/GSET
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In the evening, we organised a farewell function for our seniors, which was a grand affair with
drama, dance performances, poetry recitations, and mono-acting. The senior students shared their
experiences and learning outcomes gained during their time in the Department of English. The
event culminated with the final words of our respected teacher, Dr. Dilip Barad, who gave an
inspiring speech.
Both events were well-planned and executed, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present. It
was a memorable day, filled with celebration, nostalgia, and inspiration. We thank our seniors for
organising such a wonderful event and wish them all the best in their future endeavours.
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On 25th August, our celebration committee organised a special event called RAVE, which was
focused on showcasing unique and special talents of everyone involved. Participants were
encouraged to present something that would stand out and leave a lasting impression on the
audience.
The event featured a diverse range of performances including dance, drama, and poetry, all of
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individual talents and skills of the performers. The audience was captivated by the passion and
creativity that was displayed throughout the event.
Overall, the RAVE event was a huge success, and a testament to the incredible talent and creativity
of our students. It was a wonderful opportunity to come together as a community and celebrate the
unique gifts that each of us possess.
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On 20th July, we had the pleasure of organising a delightful trip to Victoria Park as part of our
activities with the juniors. The experience was short of amazing. We had an incredible time playing
games, dancing, and sharing lunch together.
The visit to Victoria Park was an unforgettable experience that brought us amazing experiences. It
was a testament to the power of community and the joy that comes from sharing good times with
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On the 24th of July, the students of Semester 3 in the Department of English came together to
organise a warm and welcoming function for our new freshers. Our main goal was to ensure that
our juniors were aware of how the department functions and the various committees that play a
significant role in enhancing the student experience.
To achieve this, the students of Semester 3 created and delivered presentations that provided an
introduction to the different committees in the department. We emphasised how each committee
works and the impact they have on the department's operations. We also highlighted the
opportunities that these committees provide for students to get involved in extracurricular activities
and develop their skills.
The welcome function was a success, and we believe that our juniors now have a better
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On the special occasion of 75th Independence Day, Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar
University held a Flag hoisting ceremony, organised by the Department of Physics. The event was
a grand celebration of our nation's freedom and a tribute to the countless freedom fighters who
fought for our independence.
The ceremony began with the National Anthem, which filled the air with a sense of patriotism and
unity. The students of the Department of Physics then presented a series of mesmerising
performances, showcasing the diversity of India by representing various states. The performances
were a beautiful blend of cultural and traditional elements, making it an unforgettable experience
for everyone present.
Following this, the students of the Department of Physics put up a stunning Mime and a patriotic
dance, leaving the audience spellbound with their synchronisation and grace. Akshat Banerjee
from the Department of English also performed a melodious song, adding to the already
electrifying atmosphere.
The Vice-Chancellor of the university gave the final speech of the ceremony, outlining the
roadmap for future work plans in the university. His inspiring words touched the hearts of all the
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On 21st June, the Department of English celebrated International Yoga Day, which is observed
globally to raise awareness about the many physical and mental health benefits of practising yoga.
The theme of this year's International Yoga Day was "Yoga for Humanity” which is particularly
relevant during these challenging times. Yoga promotes physical health by improving flexibility,
strength, balance, and coordination, and it also has mental health benefits such as reducing stress
and anxiety, improving mood and cognitive function, and enhancing overall well-being.

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Teachers Day
During our academic years, we often celebrate Teachers' Day as a tradition to honour our
educators. However, this year, in the Department of English, Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji

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Bhavnagar University, we had the opportunity to participate virtually in the event. It was a new
experience for all of us to face the camera and learn about tools like OBS Studio to create an auto-
generated certificate.
The event was attended by 34 participants, and we all expressed our gratitude towards our teachers
for their guidance and support. The head of the department, Dilip Barad Sir, appreciated all the
teachers and presented them with a pen as a token of gratitude.
As Aristotle famously said, "Those who educate children well are more to be honoured than those
who produce them, for these only gave them life, those the art of living well." It is essential to
acknowledge the hard work and dedication of our teachers, who not only impart knowledge but
also teach us the art of living well.
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On 27th September, the Celebration Committee organised a celebration for Navratri, one of the
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Republic Day
On 26th January 2023, our university, Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University
celebrated its 74th Republic Day with great enthusiasm. The M.Com department organised the
event, which began with the flag-hoisting ceremony. It was a proud moment for all of us to see the
tricolour soaring high in the air. The event then proceeded with the students from the M.Com and
Department of English performing patriotic songs that filled everyone's hearts with pride and
patriotism. The performances were well-coordinated and thoroughly enjoyed by all. The
University Vice-Chancellor then addressed the gathering, sharing information related to the
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initiatives undertaken by the university to enhance the quality of education and provide better
opportunities to the students. After the speeches, we all took group photos, capturing the
memorable moments of the event.
Library Committee Report - 2022 - 23
Leaders
Himanshi Parmar Hinaba Sarvaiya
Members: Mayuri Pandya, Trushali Dodiya, Divya Sheta, Rajeshvariba Rana, Divya Parmar,
Drashti Joshi, Jheel Barad, Pooja Bhuva, Emisha Ravani, Avani Jani, Nilay Rathod, Janvi
Nakum, Nidhi Dave, Vachchhalata Joshi, Bhavna Sosa, Nehalba Gohil
"Libraries store the energy that fuels the imagination. They open up windows to the world and
inspire us to explore and achieve, and contribute to improving our quality of life." - Sidney Sheldon
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There is a well-known quote from Jorge Luis Borges - "I have always imagined that Paradise will
be a kind of a Library." We are fortunate to have a library in our department. Himanshi Parmar
and Hinaba Sarvaiya are the leaders of the library committee at the Department of English, MKBU.
In the year 2022-23 library Committee organized numerous events and visits such as Central
Library Visit, Barton Library Visit, Gandhi Smruti Museum and Library Visit, Bookpratha visit,
and a reading event named 'I am a Storyteller' was organized. The library committee also organized
a visit to BookPratha and purchased many books from the funds provided to the Library
Committee.
One can consider the library as a hub of any educational institute and it is very important to check
its arrangement so the Library Committee rearranged the entire library and reset all the books
chronologically. Along with the rearrangement of the Department library, the Library Committee
made digital entries of all the books. The Library Committee also developed its own online library.
Apart from this, a new practice of blurb writing was also started.
Library Rearrangement:

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Under the label of library work, Batch One students started rearranging our library on 15 July
2022, Saturday and successfully completed the task on 4 August 2022, Thursday. It took 20 days
to reorganize the library. The library consists of more than 1061 English Books, 8 Dictionaries,
and more than 100 Gujarati books. We alphabetized all the books, relabeled them, set them
accordingly, and made a digital entry of all the books.
The task was very difficult, we faced many difficulties. As many books were missing so we had
to find those books, and sometimes we mislabeled the books and had to relabel them, we had many
other activities in between library work like a welcome party and other tasks so we had to prepare
for that also, usually, we did library work after study hours so sometimes it became boring as
everyone was tired. But while doing that we learned a lot of things like we got to know about many
authors and books that we didn't know about, we also got to know about different genres, and
encountered many unexpected difficulties and learned to overcome them. And especially learned
how to work with patience.

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Reading Event: 'I am a Storyteller'

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Under the guidance of Dilip Barad sir and Yesha Bhatt ma'am, on August 30, 2022, the Library
Committee organized a reading event named 'I am a Storyteller'. The event location was the
department garden. We all sat around nature and listened to stories. In that event, students from
semesters one and three participated in storytelling. Two Gujarati short stories and two English
short stories were recited by participants. Also, two Gujarati poems or songs were sung well by
the students. The event was hosted by library leaders Himanshi Parmar and Hinaba Sarvaiya. Here
is the list of storytellers.

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Sr.
no
Read by Text Author of the text
1 Emisha Ravani and Nirav Amreliya The Gift of the Magi O. Henry
2 Hirva Panya એમ પૂછીને થાય નહહ
પ્રેમ (ગીત)
તુષાર શુક્લા
3 Divya Parmar, Payal Bambhaniya and
Hetal Pathak
લોહીની સગાઇ ઈશ્વર પેટલીકર
4 Drashti Joshi and InsiyaFatema Alvani A Tell Tale Heart Edgar Allen Poe
5 Mayuri Pandya and Pooja Bhuva પૃથ્વી અને સ્વગા ધૂમકેતુ
6 Trushali Dodiya કૂૂંચી આપો બાઇજી
(ગીત)
વવનોદ જોશી
Visit to Central Library

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The 1st February 2023 was indeed a remarkable day in the annals of the Library Committee, the
Library committee masterfully organized a spectacular visit to the central library, a repository of
knowledge that has been the backbone of our university for countless years. With the permission
of Dilip Barad sir Students of semesters Two and Four visited the university library. They learned
how to borrow, renew and return books, how to get a library I card, check the digital availability
of books, how to search for books from the digital library, and got to know about hundreds of
books available in the library.

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