The Department of English organised a Department Alumni Reconnect programme on the 22nd April 2022 over the Zoom platform. Five recent graduates of the department were invited to speak to the 6th semester English Core students who will soon graduate and move out into the real world, and also to the 4th semester English Core students who will shortly take on the responsibility of being the senior-most class.
The speakers were -
(i) HR Lalramnghaki - Class of 2016 (MA, LLB, LLM, now pursuing Ph.D. in Law at Christ University, Bangalore)
(ii) Lalhruaizela - Class of 2017 (Business development manager and entrepreneur)
(iii) Esther Vanlalnunpuii Sailo - Class of 2018 (MA English, model, film actor)
(iv) Tommy Remchhunga - Class of 2018 (MA English, creative writer, JRF scholar)
(v) Vanlalfaka Hnamte - Class of 2019 (MA English, film actor)
Starting at 8 pm, the session was hosted by Mrs. Elizabeth L. Hmar, Associate Professor. Each speaker was given a short introduction by different teachers. The speakers spoke on varying issues, offering practical advice on career and further studies options and opportunities including studying abroad, the hazards of juggling studies with part-time businesses and too much involvement in church and social activities, the importance of having a good grasp of the English language, life lessons such as dealing with lack of self-esteem, the need for self-love and taking risks, getting extra teaching certificates to get an advantage when seeking employment, the necessity of a solid value system and how only hard work and dedication can lead to success.
At its peak, there were 68 participants. The session ended with a vote of thanks by Mrs. Rohmingmawii, Associate Professor. The Zoom recording has been uploaded on the college YouTube page, and a Google feedback form has also been initiated.
