RADHIKA KHANNA Associate Professor
- Department of Electronic Media & Mass Communication
- School of Media & Mass Communication
- radhikatie@gmail.com
Academic Activity
Educational Qualification (UG,PG & Higher Order)
| S.No | Degree | Subject/Title of thesis | University/Board | Year of Passing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ph.D. | Pedagogy of Cinema – a study of select Bollywood films | AJK Mass Communication Research Centre, JMI, Delhi | 2017 |
| 2 | M.A. | Mass Communication | AJK Mass Communication Research Centre, JMI, Delhi | 1992 |
| 3 | B.A. (Hons.) | Psychology | Kamala Nehru College, University of Delhi | 1990 |
Area of Specializaion
Awards / Prizes Conferred
| S.No | Name / Title of the Award | Type | Name of the Agency conferred the Award | Year of the Award | Amount for Cash Award |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Best MOOCs Award | NATIONAL | 24th CEC-UGC Educational Film Festival | 2023 | 50,000 |
| 2 | Certificate of Excellence for participating in the Swachh Bharat Short Film Festival Competition | NATIONAL | Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and National Film Development Corporation Ltd. | 2016 | NA |
| 3 | Commended for ‘Communication for Social Change Award’ | INTERNATIONAL | Centre for Communication & Social Change, University of Queensland, Australia. Pgs 5, 24: http://www.uq.edu.au/ccsc/content/docs/2011awardsbooklet.pdf | 2011 | NA |
| 4 | Best Teacher Award | REGIONAL | Pondicherry University | 2011 | NA |
Teaching Experience
| S.No | Designation | Department/Centre | Institution |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Professor | Dept. of Electronic Media & Mass Communication | Pondicherry University |
| 2 | Lecturer on Deputation basis | Centre for Electronic Media & Mass Communication | Pondicherry University |
| 3 | Lecturer | Department of Journalism | Kamala Nehru College, University of Delhi |
| 4 | Guest Faculty | Department of Journalism | Kamala Nehru College, University of Delhi |
| 5 | Guest Faculty | B.El.Ed. (Bachelors of Elementary Education) Department | Gargi College, University of Delhi |
| 6 | Guest Faculty | Mass Communication | Sri Aurobindo Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi |
| 7 | Guest Faculty | Mass Communication | Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan, New Delhi |
Research Experience
| S.No | Designation | Department/Centre | Institution | Area of Research |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Subject expert, development of e-Learning content | Vyas Channel, cec.nic.in | Consortium for Educational Communication (CEC) for NME-ICT, Ministry of Education, GoI | e-Knowledge Resources: Communication and Journalism |
| 2 | Subject expert, e-Learning enrichment programme | Swayam Prabha, DTH Channel of MHRD and Vyas Channel, cec.nic.in | Consortium for Educational Communication (CEC) for NME-ICT, Ministry of Education, GoI | e-Education: Pedagogy and Cinema |
| 3 | Research grantee | http://www.indiaifa.org/radhika-khanna.html | India Foundation for the Arts (IFA) | Arts Education: Reasons to bring back the joy back to learning |
| 4 | Course Coordinator | SWAYAM: https://swayam.gov.in/ | Ministry of Education, Government of India | Development and Delivery of MOOCs |
Industry Experience
| S.No | Designation | Company/Corporate | Nature of Work |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Actor Teacher | TAG Theatre-in-Education (TIE) Company, New Delhi | Developed and conducted TIE workshops with schools, colleges, special education centres and teacher training institutes, under the guidance of the director of the company, Barry John. |
| 2 | Assistant Director | Doordarshan | Production management for television shows like Subah Savere (Daily breakfast show), Fashion Funda, etc. |
| 3 | Assistant Director | Doordarshan | Production management of documentary films series, Portraits of Belonging, by Sameera Jain on the lives of traditional artists, Bhai Miyan (a kite maker) & Sagiri Bibi (a Zardosi artist) |
| 4 | Actor Teacher | Self employed | Creative workshop facilitator in Theatre-in-Education, Self-Development & Value Education (with children, youth, teacher-students, parents & teachers) |
Contribution towards Innovation
| S.No | Name of the Work/Contribution | Specialization | Remarks |
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Patent Details
| S.No | Title | Status | Patent Number | Year of Award | Type | Commercialized Status |
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Papers Published in UGC Approved Journals
| S.No | Title | Name of the Authors as per the order in Paper | Journal Name | Volume, Issue & Page Nos. | Year | Impact Factor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taare Zameen Par – A Case Study: National Education Policy 2020 and Pedagogy of Cinema | Radhika Khanna | Journal of Indian Education | Vol. 48, No. 1 | 2022 | - |
| 2 | Rapping the Gendered City: Khadar ki Ladkiyan Reclaim Public Spaces | Radhika Khanna | International Journal of Media Studies | Vol. 2, No. 1 | 2020 | - |
| 3 | Joy in Learning? | Radhika Khanna | Akademos | Vol. 1, No. 1 | 2006 | - |
Papers Published in Non UGC Approved Peer Reviewed Journals
| S.No | Title | Name of the Authors as per the order in Paper | Journal Name | Volume, Issue & Page Nos. | Year | Impact Factor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ideals of teaching and learning in 3 Idiots: A case for critical pedagogy in higher education | Radhika Khanna | Communication and Culture Review | 3 (1), pp.25 - 42 | 2020 | - |
Papers Published in Conference Proceedings
| S.No | Title | Name of the Authors as per the order in Paper | Details of Conference Publication | Page Nos. | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Inclusive Education: Role of Innovative Teaching Strategies | Radhika Khanna | ISSN-978-93- 8 International Conference on Effective and Efficient Educational Strategies for Differently Abled (ICEEESDA) | 286 to 291 | 2012 |
Books
| S.No | Title of the Book | Name of the Authors as per the order in Book | Publisher | Year | ISBN No. |
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Chapters in Books
| S.No | Title of the Chapters | Name of the Authors | Title of the Book | Publisher | Year | ISBN No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Participatory Culture and Collaboration: Engaging students with Digital Media and Learning | Radhika Khanna | Media, Culture and Literature | Edit Academic | 2020 | 978-1-63745-704-7 |
| 2 | Participatory Communication: Facilitating Student Engagement in Communication for Social Change | Radhika Khanna | Communication for Social Change | Institute of Media Studies | 2020 | 978-93-5437-280-3 |
Edited Books
| S.No | Title of the Book | Name of the Authors as per the order in Book | Publisher | Year | ISBN No. |
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Ongoing Projects
| S.No | Title of the Project | Sponsored By | Period | Sanctioned Amount(Rs. Lakh) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MOOC on Photojournalism (Delivery on SWAYAM: Rerun for 2584 learners) | Consortium for Educational Communication (CEC) | 2021-2022 | 1.40 | 2022 |
Ongoing Consultancy Works
| S.No | Title of the Consultancy Work | Sponsored By | Period | Sanctioned Amount(Rs. Lakh) | Year |
|---|
Completed Projects
| S.No | Title of the Project | Sponsored By | Period | Sanctioned Amount(Rs. Lakh) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MOOC on Statistical Methods for Psychological Research II | Consortium for Educational Communication (CEC) | 2023 | 14 lakhs | 2023 |
| 2 | SWAYAM MOOC on Photojournalism | Ministry of Education, Govt. of India | 2018 - 2021 | 13 lakhs | 2021 |
Completed Consultancy Works
| S.No | Title of the Consultancy Work | Sponsored By | Period | Sanctioned Amount(Rs. Lakh) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Advisor for a series of six episodes on agricultural best practices in and around Puducherry for the National DD Kisan channel | Doordarshan | January - March 2018 | NA | 2018 |
| 2 | Creative consultant for documentary film on Run of Rivers project | crowd funding | 2013-14 | NA | 2014 |
Career Guidance Offered to students
| S.No | Name of the Scheme | No. of Students | Competitive Examinations/ Career Counseling | No. of Students Passed | No. of Students Placed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Off Campus Placement | 10 | One to one Career Counseling | 160 | 9 |
List of capability enhancement such as Soft skill development, Remedial coaching, Language lab,
Bridge courses, Yoga, Meditation, Personal Counselling and Mentoring etc.,
| S.No | Name of the Programme/Scheme | Date of Implementation | No. of Students Enrolled | Agencies Involved |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yoga, Pranayama and Meditation online sessions for students, staff and public as a part of International Day of Yoga 2022 | 24-04-2022 | 178 | EMRC & DEMMC, Pondicherry University |
| 2 | Public Speaking Skills for Effective Communication | 17-12-2021 | 22 | DEMMC, Pondicherry University |
| 3 | Public Speaking Skills for Effective Communication | 18-12-2019 | 31 | DEMMC, Pondicherry University |
| 4 | Public Speaking & Presentation Skills | 21-09-2018 | 14 | DEMMC, Pondicherry University |
| 5 | Public Speaking & Presentation Skills | 22-09-2017 | 58 | DEMMC, Pondicherry University |
Research Guidance - PG
| S.No | Year | Degree | No. of Students Awarded | Department/Centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2023 | M.SC | Six | Electronic Media and Mass Communication |
| 2 | 2023 | M.A. | Six | Electronic Media and Mass Communication |
| 3 | 2022 | M.SC | Six | Electronic Media and Mass Communication |
| 4 | 2022 | M.A. | Five | Electronic Media and Mass Communication |
| 5 | 2021 | M.SC | Four | Electronic Media and Mass Communication |
| 6 | 2021 | M.A. | Two | Electronic Media and Mass Communication |
| 7 | 2020 | M.A. | Five | Electronic Media and Mass Communication |
| 8 | 2019 | M.A. | Five | Electronic Media and Mass Communication |
| 9 | 2018 | M.A. | One | Electronic Media and Mass Communication |
| 10 | 2014 | M.A. | Nine | Electronic Media and Mass Communication |
| 11 | 2012 | M.A. | Seven | Electronic Media and Mass Communication |
| 12 | 2011 | M.A. | Five | Electronic Media and Mass Communication |
| 13 | 2010 | M.A. | Six | Electronic Media and Mass Communication |
Research Guidance - Ph.D
| S.No | Student Name | Registration Date | Registration No. | Thesis Title | Thesis Submitted Status | Thesis Submitted Date | Vivavoce Completed Status | Date Awarded |
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Research Guidance - Post Doctoral
| S.No | Scholar Name | Designation | Funding Agency | Fellowship Title | Year of Joining | Year of Completion |
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Financial assistance availed to attend conferences / workshops and to pay membership fee
of professional bodies during the year
| S.No | Conference/ workshop attended for which financial support provided | Professional body for which membership fee is provided | Amount of Support | Place | From Date | To Date | Year |
|---|
E-Lecture Details
| S.No | E-Lecture Title | Development of e-content/e-learning/delivering | Member of Editorial Bodies | Reviewer/Referee of | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Content/Module Title | Institution/Platform | Year | Weblink | ||||
| 1 | SWAYAM MOOC on Photojournalism | Photojournalism - 50 modules | MoE-SWAYAM | 2022 | https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/cec22_ge42/preview | NA | NA |
| 2 | SWAYAM MOOC on Photojournalism | Photojournalism - 50 modules | MoE-SWAYAM | 2021 | https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/cec21_ge30/preview | NA | NA |
| 3 | Introduction to Photojournalism | e-Knowledge Resources: Mass Communication and Journalism, Module 24 | CEC-Under Graduate | 2014 | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Rtr6JiIvkU&t=45s | NA | NA |
| 4 | Photography: Elements and Principles | e-Knowledge Resources: Mass Communication and Journalism, Module 27 | CEC-Under Graduate | 2014 | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDyN9DA_eZc&t=436s | NA | NA |
| 5 | Pictures for Newspapers & Magazines | e-Knowledge Resources: Mass Communication and Journalism, Module 29 | CEC-Under Graduate | 2014 | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rtVsoPliVA&t=199s | NA | NA |
| 6 | A conversation with A.K. Bir on ‘Pedagogy & Cinema | e-Education: Enrichment Programme | CEC-Under Graduate | 2012 | http://cec.nic.in NOTE: No permanent link is available as it depends on the broadcast schedule which changes from time to time | NA | NA |
Details of Online Education Conducted
| S.No | Nature of Online Course | No. of Sessions | Target Group | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delivered SWAYAM MOOC on Photojournalism for 2640 learners | 152 | UG/PG and adult learners | 02-08-2021 |
| 2 | Rerun of SWAYAM MOOC on Photojournalism for 2584 learners | 152 | UG/PG and adult learners | 18-07-2022 |
Invited Talks in Conference/Seminar/Workshop/Training Programme
| S.No | Title of the Paper | Conferences/Seminar/Workshop/Training Programme | Organized by | Whether International / National / State / Regional / College or University Level | From | To | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | E-Content Development in Higher Education Courses | 11th Faculty Induction Programme | UGC - Human Resource Development Centre, Pondicherry University | University | 04-09-2023 | 04-09-2023 | 2023 |
| 2 | Multimedia and Animation for MOOC Content Designing and Development | Faculty Training Program on Outcome based E-Content Development | Periyar Maniammai Institute of Science & Technology (PMIST), Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu | University | 04-01-2023 | 04-01-2023 | 2023 |
| 3 | The Vulnerable Child | Asian Women's Film Festival (18th edition) | IAWRT (International Association of Women in Radio and Television) India Chapter, New Delhi | International | 15-03-2023 | 17-03-2023 | 2023 |
| 4 | Transformative Pedagogy for Blended Learning: Plenary speaker | New Age Communication, Learning Technologies & Tools in Higher Education | Birla Global University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha | International | 23-03-2023 | 25-03-2023 | 2023 |
| 5 | Inaugural address: Lecture on your journey in making the 'National Award' winning MOOC program | 3rd E-Content Orientation Workshop | Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Karad, Maharashtra | University | 12.05.2023 | 12.05.2023 | 2023 |
| 6 | Building the Competencies of Teaching | 10th Faculty Induction Programme for University and College teachers | UGC - Human Resource Development Centre, Pondicherry University | National | 13-07-2023 | 13-07-2023 | 2023 |
| 7 | E-governance, and Blended Online Mode Teaching | 10th Faculty Induction Programme for University and College teachers | UGC - Human Resource Development Centre, Pondicherry University | National | 13-07-2023 | 13-07-2023 | 2023 |
| 8 | Imaging the Body: beyond documentation and Orientalist tropes | MANIFEST Dance-Film Festival | Apaar India, Puducherry | International | 30-07-2023 | 30-07-2023 | 2023 |
| 9 | E-Content Development | 11th Faculty Induction Programme | UGC - Human Resource Development Centre, Pondicherry University | University | 04-09-2023 | 04-09-2023 | 2023 |
| 10 | Gendering the future Indian smart city: hip-hop song by the Khadar Girls | 8th Annual South Asian Media and Cultural Studies Conference | Florida State University, College of Communication & Information | International | 10-02-2022 | 11-02-2022 | 2022 |
| 11 | Recording of Micro-teaching | Online 6th Faculty Induction Programme for University and College teachers | U.G.C - Human Resource Development Centre, Pondicherry University | University | 22-02-2022 | 22-02-2022 | 2022 |
| 12 | Designing, developing and delivering learner-centric MOOCs | Short term courses MOOCs, e-content development and Open Educational Resources | Human Resource Development Centre, Panjab University, Patiala | National | 10-03-2022 | 17-03-2022 | 2022 |
| 13 | The role of communication and community in building emotional health: A case study of online classes | National Virtual Conference on Culture Emotions and Human Crisis with Reference to COVID-19 | Department of Tribal Studies, Central University of Jharkhand | National | 23-03-2022 | 25-03-2022 | 2022 |
| 14 | Learnings from Sri Aurobindo: Improving the quality of life and education | 150th Birthday Celebrations of Sri Aurobindo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KfwrWt9LKjg | Auroville Foundation | International | 09-08-2022 | 09-08-2022 | 2022 |
| 15 | Case Study of a Successful MOOC | Short Term Course in 'Moocs online Courses and Open Educational Resources' | HRDC, Punjabi University Patiala | National | 20-12-2022 | 20-12-2022 | 2022 |
| 16 | Powering Images through Visuals | Training Programme on Agri-Journalism for Effective Agricultural Extension | Dept. of Agriculture, Cooperation & Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, GOI | National | 21-09-2022 | 21-09-2022 | 2022 |
| 17 | CEC Content Developments | Refresher Course in MOOCs and E-Content Development | U.G.C - Human Resource Development Centre, Pondicherry University | National | 09-10-2021 | 09-10-2021 | 2021 |
| 18 | Role of EMRC in E-Content Development | Refresher Course in MOOCs and E-Content Development | U.G.C - Human Resource Development Centre, Pondicherry University | National | 09-10-2021 | 09-10-2021 | 2021 |
| 19 | Filmmaking: Shaping content creatively in the time of the COVID crisis (Part-II) | Three hours online workshop for PG students of Jamia Millia Islamia in their course on "Mobile Storytelling" | AJK Mass Communication Centre, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi | University | 16-05-2020 | 16-05-2020 | 2020 |
| 20 | Best practices for engaging learners through blended and online learning | Capacity Building Online National Workshop on Enhancing ICT Competencies for Blended and Online Learning | Placement Cell, Vasanta College for Women, BHU, Varanasi | National | 30-06-2020 | 30-06-2020 | 2020 |
| 21 | Role of EMMRC in E-Content Development | Refresher Course in MOOCs and E-Content Development | U.G.C - Human Resource Development Centre, Pondicherry University | National | 23-11-2020 | 23-11-2020 | 2020 |
| 22 | CEC Content Developments | Refresher Course in MOOCs and E-Content Development | U.G.C - Human Resource Development Centre, Pondicherry University | National | 23-11-2020 | 23-11-2020 | 2020 |
| 23 | Vernacular as Game Changer for Digital Avenues in online education | One Week Workshop on 'MOOCs, Online Courses and Open Educational Resources | U.G.C - Human Resource Development Centre, Dr. Harisingh Gour Central University, Sagar, MP | National | 05-12-2020 | 05-12-2020 | 2020 |
| 24 | Filming with mobile phones: Techniques, Formats and Issues | Three hours online workshop for PG students of Jamia Millia Islamia in their course on "Mobile Storytelling" | AJK Mass Communication Centre, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi | University | 09-05-2020 | 09-05-2020 | 2020 |
| 25 | The Future of Education: Interdisciplinary Skills and Methods | Online National Webinar on Impact of COVID-19 in Building Relationships and Meeting Educational Needs of Students | Faculty Development Centre (FDC) Tamil Nadu Teachers Education University under PMMMNMTT, MHRD, GoI | National | 16-05-2020 | 16-05-2020 | 2020 |
| 26 | Environment and Politics | International Conference on Politics, Media and Environment: Indian and European Experience | PU with Heinrich Heine University, Ruhr University and Justus-Liebig University, Germany | International | 04-03-2020 | 06-03-2020 | 2020 |
| 27 | Women/LGBTQ/Queer – Visibilities in Media | International Seminar on Media Technologies and Accessibility: Politics, Representations and Paradigms | Department of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, Pondicherry University | International | 21-01-2020 | 22-01-2020 | 2020 |
| 28 | Accessibility and the digital world: a case for audio description and captions in media | International Seminar on Media Technologies and Accessibility: Politics, Representations and Paradigms | Department of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, Pondicherry University | International | 21-01-2020 | 22-01-2020 | 2020 |
| 29 | Blended and flipped learning | One Week Workshop on 'MOOCs, Online Courses and Open Educational Resources | U.G.C - Human Resource Development Centre, Dr. Harisingh Gour Central University, Sagar, MP | National | 28-11-2020 | 05-12-2020 | 2020 |
| 30 | Communication and inter-personal skills: The foundation of journalistic practice | National Media Fest and Workshop Ad Astra 2k19 | Department of Mass Communication and Journalism, University of Kannur, Kerala | National | 21-01-2019 | 22-01-2019 | 2019 |
| 31 | Photojournalism: Stories to be told | National Media Fest and Workshop Ad Astra 2k19 | Department of Mass Communication and Journalism, University of Kannur, Kerala | National | 21-01-2019 | 22-01-2019 | 2019 |
| 32 | Multi-media Journalism: The qualities and skills future journalists need | National Media Fest and Workshop Ad Astra 2k19 | Department of Mass Communication and Journalism, University of Kannur, Kerala | National | 21-01-2019 | 22-01-2019 | 2019 |
| 33 | Round table on the Me Too campaign in India in the media and film industry | 15th IAWRT Asian Women Film Festival and Round table | IAWRT Asian Women Film Festival | International | 05-03-2019 | 07-03-2019 | 2019 |
| 34 | Visual Media Application in SWAYAM | Refresher Course on MOOC and E-Content Development | UGC-Human Resource Development Centre (UGC-HRDC), Pondicherry University | National | 24-05-2019 | 24-05-2019 | 2019 |
| 35 | Early forms of Cinema | Guest Lecture on Film Studies | Department of Media and Communication, Central University of Tamil Nadu | University | 17-07-2019 | 17-07-2019 | 2019 |
| 36 | Indian Melodrama | Guest Lecture on Film Studies | Department of Media and Communication, Central University of Tamil Nadu | University | 19-07-2019 | 19-07-2019 | 2019 |
| 37 | Italian Neorealism | Guest Lecture on Film Studies | Department of Media and Communication, Central University of Tamil Nadu | University | 18-07-2019 | 18-07-2019 | 2019 |
| 38 | Chhayavaad and Early Indian Cinema | Chhayavaad: Shatabdi ke baad | Department of Hindi, Pondicherry University | National | 05-09-2019 | 07-09-2019 | 2019 |
| 39 | Analysing films: Film appreciation & understanding of reading film texts in the educational context | Workshop on Films on Education | Under the aegis of MHRD-IASE at Department of Education, CIE, University of Delhi | University | 09.02.2018 | 10.02.2018 | 2018 |
| 40 | The role of films in creating an engaging classroom | Workshop on Films on Education | Under the aegis of MHRD-IASE at Department of Education, CIE, University of Delhi | University | 09.02.2018 | 10.02.2018 | 2018 |
| 41 | Pedagogy and Cinema: An introduction to seeing films through media literacy | Workshop on Films on Education | Under the aegis of MHRD-IASE at Department of Education, CIE, University of Delhi | University | 09.02.2018 | 10.02.2018 | 2018 |
| 42 | Analysing film texts | Media, Culture and Community | ACT TNP | National | 29.03.2016 | 29.03.2016 | 2016 |
| 43 | Doordarshan National Programme on Gender | Images: Programme broadcast on DD National Network | Doordarshan | National | 06.03.2014 | 06.03.2014 | 2014 |
| 44 | Hum Gunehgaar Auratein | 10th IAWRT Asian Women’s Film Festival | IAWRT (International Association of Women in Radio and Television) India Chapter, New Delhi | International | 8.03.2014 | 8.03.2014 | 2014 |
| 45 | Disability, Road Safety and Traffic Management: The Role of Press and Media | National Conclave on Road Safety and Traffic Management for Disabled Pedestrians in India | Society for Disability and Rehabilitation Studies, New Delhi | National | 13.03.2014 | 16.03.2014 | 2014 |
| 46 | Pedagogy of Cinema: From Fiction to Film | From Fiction to Film: An Interdisciplinary Approach | UGC Sponsored in collaboration with the Kerala State Chalchithra Academy | International | 16.03.2012 | 16.03. 2012 | 2012 |
| 47 | Moral responsibility of Media, Limitations of Good Governance and Human Rights | National Seminar on Good Governance, Human Rights and Judiciary | National Human Rights Commission, New Delhi and University of Mysore | National | 03.10.2011 | 04.10.2011 | 2011 |
| 48 | Teaching Documentary and Short filmmaking | 4th International Documentary & Short Film Festival of Kerala | Kerala State Chalachitra Academy, Dept. of Culture, Govt. of Kerala | International | 03.08.2011 | 03.08.2011 | 2011 |
| 49 | Social Relations, Media and Human Rights | National Seminar on Literature, Society and Human Rights | National Human Rights Commission, New Delhi with Dept. of Hindi, Pondicherry University | National | 11.02.2011 | 11.02.2011 | 2011 |
| 50 | Role of Theatre in Education (TIE) and Film Studies in Higher Education | Theatre and Film Studies in University System: Issues and Challenges | Doon University, Dehradun | National | 09.11.2010 | 09.11.2010 | 2010 |
Conferences/Seminars Organized
| S.No | Title of the Programme | Sponsors | Venue & Duration | Whether International / National / State / Regional / College or University Level | From | To | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | International Seminar on Media Technologies and accessibility: Politics, Representations & Paradigms | Pondicherry University | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, two days | International | 21-01-2020 | 22-01-2020 | 2020 |
| 2 | Interactive session with Mansoor Khan, Author of ‘The Third Curve: The end of growth as we know it | NA | SOM Auditorium, one day | University | 12.03.2014 | 12.03.2014 | 2014 |
| 3 | Discussion on Hydro-Power Dams & Energy in India with Dr G.D. Agarwal, CPCB, IIT Kanpur | NA | SOM Auditorium, one day | University | 31.01.2014 | 31.01.2014 | 2014 |
| 4 | Kashmir – Before our Eyes: Discussions on Kashmir with students of PU | FD Zone, Mumbai | SOM Auditorium and Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, five days | Regional | 02.09.2013 | 06.09.2013 | 2013 |
| 5 | National Seminar on Media Education: Coping with Technology, Culture and Society | Pondicherry University | SOM Auditorium and Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, two days | National | 19.12.2011 | 20.12.2011 | 2011 |
| 6 | Emerging Trends in Media: The Rise of Digital Culture and its Impact on Information Society | Pondicherry University | SOM Auditorium, two days | National | 21.01.2010 | 22.01.2010 | 2010 |
Workshop Organized
| S.No | Title of the Programme | Sponsors | Venue & Duration | Whether International / National / State / Regional / College or University Level | From | To | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | International Women's Day film screenings in collaboration with Public Service Broadcasting Trust | N/A | Centre for Women's Studies, Pondicherry University | University Level | 04-03-2020 | 05-03-2020 | 2022 |
| 2 | India@75: Videsh Niti Distinguished Lecture Series https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9NW0vN5Caw&t=22 | Ministry of External Affairs, Govt. of India | UMISARC Auditorium, Pondicherry Univeristy and Global YouTube live stream, 2.30 hours. | International | 02-09-2022 | 02-09-2022 | 2022 |
| 3 | Online Training Programme on Agri-Journalism for Effective Agricultural Extension | N/A | Dept. of Agriculture, Cooperation & Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, GoI | National | 21/09/2022 | 21/09/2022 | 2022 |
| 4 | Media Entrepreneurship - Skill Building in Entrepreneurship and Incubating Start-ups | N/A | Department of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, Pondicherry University | University Level | 26/08/2022 | 26/08/2022 | 2022 |
| 5 | Weekly Enrichment Lecture by Anchal on Pitching Proposals for Documentary Film Funding | N/A | Department of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, Pondicherry University | University Level | 19/08/2022 | 19/08/2022 | 2022 |
| 6 | Workshop to develop e-learning for students and research scholars of the School of Education, PU | N/A | Department of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, Pondicherry University | University Level | 23/08/2022 | 23/08/2022 | 2022 |
| 7 | 19 sessions on Yoga, Pranayama and Meditation sessions conducted by international Yoga experts | Pondicherry University | Online | International | 24/04/2022 | 21/06/2022 | 2022 |
| 8 | Workshop on audio and video editing by Habeeb Rahman | N/A | Online | University Level | 29/04/2021 | 29/04/2021 | 2021 |
| 9 | Interactive workshop on musical and industrial film production by Kabir Shah | N/A | Online | University Level | 13/05/2021 | 13/05/2021 | 2021 |
| 10 | Corporate Social Responsibility by R. Shuvra, Senior Manager, Communications, CSR, Tata Steel | N/A | Online | University Level | 06/07/2021 | 06/07/2021 | 2021 |
| 11 | Digital Journalism by Manjulaa Shirodkar, Sr. Editor & News Editor, Times of India & Hindustan Times | N/A | Online | University Level | 29/07/2021 | 29/07/2021 | 2021 |
| 12 | Interactive workshop on advertising film making by Samir Sarkar | N/A | Online | University Level | 15/07/2021 | 15/07/2021 | 2021 |
| 13 | Corporate Communication by Deepika Chaurasia, Senior Manager, Internal Communication, CC, Tata Steel | N/A | Online | University | 06/07/2021 | 06/07/2021 | 2021 |
| 14 | Interactive workshop on filmmaking for commercial release and OTT platforms by Prateek Patil | N/A | Online | University Level | 08/04/2021 | 08/04/2021 | 2021 |
| 15 | Visualising and Filmmaking interactive workshop by Anindya Shankar Das | N/A | Department of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, Pondicherry University | University Level | 06/03/2020 | 11/03/2020 | 2020 |
| 16 | Interaction with filmmakers, Anushka Meenakshi & Iswar Srikumar on the u-ra-mi-li project (Nagaland) | NA | Department of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, Pondicherry University, 1 day | University | 13-02-2019 | 13-02-2019 | 2019 |
| 17 | Workshop by internationally recognised sound recordist, Mr. Suresh Rajamani | NA | Department of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, Pondicherry University, 2 days | University | 06-09-2019 | 07-09-2019 | 2019 |
| 18 | Workshop by internationally acclaimed cinematographer & photographer, Mr. Navroze Contractor | NA | Department of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, Pondicherry University, 2 days | University | 11-09-2019 | 12-09-2019 | 2019 |
| 19 | Interaction with Mr. Nirmal Chander, award winning filmmaker and India’s documentary Oscar entry | NA | Department of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, Pondicherry University, 2 days | University | 09-09-2019 | 10-09-2019 | 2019 |
| 20 | Workshop on Collaborative Documentary Filmmaking by researcher-filmmaker, Ms. Chandita Mukherjee | NA | Department of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, Pondicherry University, 3 days | University | 11-12-2019 | 13-12-2019 | 2019 |
| 21 | Sports Photography workshop by Mr. Desikan Krishnan, former photo-editor of The Hindu, Chennai | NA | Department of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, Pondicherry University, 3 days | University | 03-08-2019 | 05-08-2019 | 2019 |
| 22 | Sports Photography workshop by Mr. Desikan Krishnan, former photo-editor of The Hindu (Part-II) | NA | Department of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, Pondicherry University, 3 days | University | 10-08-2019 | 12-08-2019 | 2019 |
| 23 | Sports Photography workshop by Mr. Desikan Krishnan, former photo-editor of The Hindu (Part-III) | NA | Department of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, Pondicherry University, 3 days | University | 11-10-2019 | 13-10-2019 | 2019 |
| 24 | Sports Photography workshop by Mr. Desikan Krishnan, former photo-editor of The Hindu (Part-III) | NA | Department of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, Pondicherry University, 3 days | University | 11-10-2019 | 13-10-2019 | 2019 |
| 25 | Interaction with filmmaker of India’s documentary Oscar entry for 2019, Mr. Pankaj Rishi Kumar | NA | Department of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, Pondicherry University, 1 day | University | 31-10-2018 | 31-10-2018 | 2018 |
| 26 | PR by the Govt. of India: Experiences as Field Communicators by Dr. T. Sivakumar, Puducherry | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 1 day | University | 16.04.2018 | 16.04.2018 | 2018 |
| 27 | Professional Practice of Documentary Filmmaking & Animation by Edgar Bonnet-behar, Filmmaker, France | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 4 days | University | 09.04.2018 | 13.04.2018 | 2018 |
| 28 | Internal Communications Practice at Flipkart by Ms. Katheren A. Raphael, Flipkart | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 1 day | University | 03.04.2018 | 03.04.2018 | 2018 |
| 29 | Professional Practice of Digital Journalism by Mr. Peer Mohamed, Founder and CEO, Ippodhu.com | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 1 day | University | 02.04.2018 | 02.04.2018 | 2018 |
| 30 | Web Journalism by Mr. Tathagata Mitra, Advtg Professional, PU and IIMC alumus | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication 2 days | University | 15.02.2018 | 16.02.2018 | 2018 |
| 31 | Web Journalism by Ms. Krishnaveni Ilanthirayan, MC Delivery Analyst, Accenture, PU alumna | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 1 day | University | 19.01.2018 | 19.01.2018 | 2018 |
| 32 | Interaction with filmmakers in the 6th International Documentary Short Film Festival | NA | JN auditorium, 4 days | Regional | 16.02.2017 | 19.02.2017 | 2017 |
| 33 | National workshop on Science Filmmaking | Vigyan Prasar, Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 3 days | National | 24.03.2017 | 26.03.2017 | 2017 |
| 34 | Future of Jobs and Social Entrepreneurship by Mr. V.P. Sharma, CEO, Gramonnati Trust | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 1 day | University | 29.03.2017 | 29.03.2017 | 2017 |
| 35 | PR & Corporate Communication by Dr. T. Sivakumar, Asst. Director, Field Publicity Office, Puducherry | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 1 day | University | 30.03.2017 | 30.03.2017 | 2017 |
| 36 | Intercultural Communication & Digital Marketing by Mr. Marcelo Spina Jr., Advtg Practitioner, Brazil | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 1 day | University | 30.08.2017 | 30.08.2017 | 2017 |
| 37 | Workshop on Graphic Designing by Mr. Adeeb Salim, Graphic Designer, PU alumnus | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication 2 days | University | 19.10.2017 | 20.10.2017 | 2017 |
| 38 | Light and Photography by Mr. S. Raghunathan, Principal Photographer, The Hindu, Chennai | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 1 day | University | 28.09.2017 | 28.09.2017 | 2017 |
| 39 | Digital Media Production by Jeanluc Buro; Aravindan.G.P. and Umesh Vinayak Kulkarni (FTII alumni) | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 1 day | University | 18.12.2017 | 18.12.2017 | 2017 |
| 40 | Interactive workshop on Understanding Gender and its Impact on our Health by Dr. Suchitra Dalvie | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 2 days | University | 02.02.2017 | 03.02.2017 | 2017 |
| 41 | Designing and Layout for Print Media by Mr. Habeeb Rahman Y.P., Lecturer, Gold medalist, PU alumnus | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 4 days | University | 11.10.2016 | 14.10.2016 | 2016 |
| 42 | Reporting for Print Journalism by Mr. Bagalavan Perier, Principal Correspondent, New Indian Express | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 2 days | University | 29.09.2016 | 30.09.2016 | 2016 |
| 43 | Sound Recording for TV Production by Mr. Suresh Rajamani, Sound Recordist, FTII alumnus | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 5 days | University | 06.10.2013 | 10.10.2013 | 2013 |
| 44 | Documentary Television Production Workshop by Mr. Ajay Raina, Director, Writer, FTII alumnus | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 5 days | University | 02.09.2013 | 06.09.2013 | 2013 |
| 45 | Interaction with filmmakers in Kashmir – Before our Eyes: A film Festival | FD Zone, Mumbai | SOM Auditorium and Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 5 days | Regional | 02.09.2013 | 06.09.2013 | 2013 |
| 46 | New Media, Advertising and Development Communication by Dr. Pradeep Krishnataray, MICA | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 3 days | University | 06.02.2012 | 08.02.2012 | 2012 |
| 47 | Broadcast Journalism by Ms. Nupur Basu, Journalist and Documentary Filmmaker | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 7 days | University | 21.02.2012 | 27.02.2012 | 2012 |
| 48 | Animation Film Making by Ms. Aditi Chitre, Artist, Animation Filmmaker | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 7 days | University | 13.03.2012 | 19.03.2012 | 2012 |
| 49 | Documentary Film Making by Mr. Pankaj Rishi Kumar, Documentary Filmmaker, Editor, FTII alumnus | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 12 days | University | 13.03.2012 | 24.03.2012 | 2012 |
| 50 | Advanced Camera and Sound Recording by Mr. Avijit Mukul Kishore and Mr. Suresh Rajamani, FTII alumni | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 5 days | University | 20.03.2012 | 24.03.2012 | 2012 |
| 51 | Script Writing by Ms. Rashmi Sodhi, Television Media Professional | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 3 days | University | 21.12.2011 | 23.12.2011 | 2011 |
| 52 | Documentary Film Making by Mr. R.V. Ramani, Cinematographer, Director, Writer, FTII alumnus | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 3 days | University | 29.11.2011 | 01.12.2011 | 2011 |
| 53 | Photo Journalism by Mr. Navroze Contractor, Cinematographer, Filmmaker | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 7 days | University | 09.10.2011 | 15.10.2011 | 2011 |
| 54 | Photography by Mrs. Soudhamani, Filmmaker, FTII alumna | NA | Dept. of Electronic Media and Mass Communication, 3 days | University | 06.10.2011 | 08.10.2011 | 2011 |
Administrative Responsibilities in the Government and Quasi Government Agencies
| S.No | Name of the Position | Agency/Organisation | Duration | Nature of Duties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Head i/c | Educational Multimedia Research Centre, Puducherry | 2019 - Present | Coordinating and implementing various projects of the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India, UGC and CEC (Consortium for Educational Communication). |
Affiliation in Academic Bodies/Societies
| S.No | Name of the Body/Society | Nature of Affiliation | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) India Chapter | Member | 2022 |
| 2 | International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) India Chapter | Member | 2021 |
| 3 | International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) India Chapter | Member | 2020 |
| 4 | International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) India Chapter | Member | 2019 |
| 5 | International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) India Chapter | Member | 2018 |
| 6 | International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) India Chapter | Member | 2017 |
| 7 | International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) India Chapter | Member | 2016 |
| 8 | International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) India Chapter | Member | 2015 |
| 9 | International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) India Chapter | Member | 2014 |
| 10 | International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) India Chapter | Member | 2013 |
| 11 | International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) India Chapter | Member | 2012 |
| 12 | International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) India Chapter | Trustee | 2011 |
| 13 | International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) India Chapter | Trustee | 2010 |
| 14 | International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) India Chapter | Trustee | 2009 |
| 15 | International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) India Chapter | Trustee | 2008 |
| 16 | International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) India Chapter | Trustee | 2007 |
| 17 | International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT) India Chapter | Founder Trustee | 2006 |
Participation & Extension Activities (Academic/Administraion)
| S.No | Name of the Position (Head, Dean, Co-ordinator, Director, etc.,) | Duration | Nature of Dutites |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Editor, The Inquirer, print edition | 2009-2011 | Initiated, conceptualized and coordinated the publishing of a students practice journal. Seven issues, including bilingual editions and a special silver jubilee edition were brought out by students of M.A. Mass Communication. See: http://www.pondiuni.edu.in/content/publications-and-research-papers |
| 2 | Member - Board of Studies | 2009-2012 | Participated actively in the revision of syllabus for the MA Mass Communication programme. |
| 3 | Head, Dept. of Mass Communication | 2010 | Head in charge for three months. |
| 4 | DDE observer | 2010 -2011 | Observer for Distance Education examination. |
| 5 | Editor, The Inquirer website: puinquirer.edu.in | July 2011- May 2014 | Initiated, conceptualized and developed a website for the learning of students of the Department of Mass Communication, Pondicherry University. |
| 6 | Member of Content Management Advisory Committee for Community Radio Station – Puduvai Vaani | 2011-2012 | Participated in contributing ideas for production of relevant and engaging radio programmes by the Community Radio Station – Puduvai Vaani. |
| 7 | Organiser of study trip to 'The Hindu' | 10.02.2012 | Organised a day visit to The Hindu, Newspaper’s Press and Editorial and photography depts. in Chennai for giving exposure to students of the working of a reputed media organization. |
| 8 | Member - Organising Committee for International Women’s Day celebration | 08.03.2012 | Arranged/ coordinated documentary film for screening and presented Pondicherry University’s all women students short film on the occasion, with Women’s Faculty & Officers Forum. |
| 9 | Organiser of field tour to Ability Fest | 23.09.2013 to 26.09.2013 | Organised a field tour to Ability Fest 2013, India International Disability Film Festival. at Chennai. Students of both MA Mass Communication and MSc Electronic Media participated in the four day festival. |
| 10 | PU Coordinator for Alliance Francais de Pondichery Photo exhibition | 12.12.2013 to 20.12.2013 | Ensured participation of students and alumni of the department in an International Photo Contest conducted by AF Fondation (France). Selected photographs for the contest were put up in an exhibition at Maison Columbani, Alliance Francais. |
| 11 | Coordinator of media coverage for PondyArt Festival | March 2014 | Extensive documentation and coverage of internationally renowned photographers at PondyArt festival. |
| 12 | Editor of PU Inquirer website | December 2016 to May 2017 | Started a new website: getpuinquirer.wixsite.com for teaching requirements for the web journalism course in the even semester. |
| 13 | Exam coordinator | Odd end semester exam 2016 | Coordinated end semester MA Mass Communication examination work including compiling a list of external examiners and question paper setters, scheduling of exams, etc. |
| 14 | Exam coordinator | Even end semester exam 2016 | Coordinated end semester M.A. Mass Communication and M.Sc. Electronic Media examination work including communicating with question paper setters, scheduling of exams, etc. |
| 15 | Exam coordinator | End semester exam 2018 | Coordinated end semester MA Mass Communication examination work including the preparation for the smooth conduct of the examination. |
| 16 | Member of the PG Board of Studies in Mass Communication | 2018-2021 | Participating actively in the revision of syllabus for the MA Mass Communication programme. |
| 17 | Member of Departmental Purchase Committee | 2009-Present | To identify, research and plan for the purchase for essential equipment, computers, software, infrastructural materials, etc. Have initiated purchase of computers, peripherals, audio and video equipments and coordinated the purchase process of equipment when the department was set up. |
| 18 | Scholarship Committee Member | 2009-2018 | Identifying and verifying students eligible for university scholarship |
| 19 | Day Care Centre and Pondicherry University Pre-Primary School Management Committee Member | 2019-2021 | Advisory role in improving the functioning of DCC and PUPPS including recruitment and in service training of teachers and administrative decisions. |
| 20 | Day Care Centre and Pondicherry University Pre-Primary School Management Committee Member | 2019-2021 | Advisory role in improving the functioning of DCC and PUPPS including recruitment and in service training of teachers and administrative decisions. |
| 21 | SWAYAM Coordinator Pondicherry University | 2019-Present | To facilitate enrolment of Pondicherry University students in online MOOCs on SWAYAM to earn credits as per UGC (Credit Framework for Online Courses through SWAYAM) Regulation, 2016. To assist in the promotion of SWAYAM MOOCs amongst the students and to give them the necessary support and guidance. |
| 22 | Head i/c, Educational Multimedia Research Centre (EMRC), Puducherry | 29.11.2019-Present | Strengthening EMRC’s functioning, infrastructure and technical resources. Implementing projects of MHRD, UGC and CEC including production of fresh MOOCs and translation of SWAYAM MOOCs into regional languages. Documenting university’s academic events on EMRC’s YouTube channel, PU Educast. |
| 23 | Programme Coordinator for Bachelors in Journalism and Mass Communication degree programme (B.J.M.C) | Dec 2019-Present | Designed and developed a curriculum for the three year degree programme sent to UGC for approval by Directorate of Distance Education, Pondicherry University. Identified study materials including textbooks for the B.J.M.C. degree programme. |
| 24 | Subject Matter Expert, Sub-Committee for Course Mapping of Mass Communication constituted by UGC | April 2020 | Did e-content mapping including relevance, alignment/coverage of UG/PG SWAYAM courses with the existing university curriculum. This was to help identifying gap areas in which fresh MOOCs need to be developed so that the reach of SWAYAM courses is extended far and wide amongst the student community. |
| 25 | Member of ICT Committee, Pondicherry University | May 2020-Present | Prepared an ICT plan of action as a member of the ICT committee set up by PU during the COVID-19 lockdown. Also developed the list of requirements for purchase of equipment to facilitate e-learning, and production of e-content and video lectures for online and blended learning by university faculty. |
| 26 | Academic Coordinator, Community Radio Station, Puduvai Vaani FM 107.8 MHz | 2009-2011 | Created content for broadcast on PU’s Community Radio Station, Puduvai Vaani FM 107.8 MHz. Trained the students of M.A. Mass Communication and mentored them to create several radio programmes for community outreach. |
| 27 | Organising Committee member, South Zone Vice-Chancellors Meet 2018 | 19.12.2018 to 20.12.2018 | Responsibilities included taking care of the media coverage. As one of the three rapporteurs, prepared the press release for all the sessions to send daily to the PRO for dissemination to the press. |
| 28 | Member of Media Committee for the 27th Annual Convocation, Pondicherry University | 12.12.2019 to 23.12.2019 | Responsibilities included taking care of the media coverage and coordination with Doordarshan and All India Radio Puducherry. Also taking care of the local media and press on the day of the convocation. |
| 29 | Member of Media Committee for the 28th Annual Convocation, Pondicherry University | 03.02.2020 to 26.02.2020 | Responsibilities included taking care of the media coverage and coordination with Doordarshan and All India Radio Puducherry. Also taking care of the local media and press on the day of the convocation. |
| 30 | Founder and Convener of Drishti Film Club | February 2023 - Present | Started the Drishti Film Club in collaboration with the Office of Dean Students' Welfare. Students from all over the University are members of the Club in which a weekly film screening is organised followed by discussion. Renowned filmmakers are invited for interaction with the students. |
Participation & Extension Activities (Co-Curricular)
| S.No | Name of the Position (NSS, NCC, Warden etc.,) | Duration | Nature of Dutites |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Member of organizing committee | 2006-2008 | Organised the annual International Association of Women in Radio and Television (IAWRT), India Chapter, Asian Women’s Film Festival in partnership with India International Centre (IIC), New Delhi. Contributed in organizing this festival each year on the occasion of the International Women’s Day. |
| 2 | Director, producer and scriptwriter | October 2009 | A one-minute film on ‘Equal Opportunities’ shortlisted for final selection and screened at Ability Fest 2009, India International Disability Film Festival. |
| 3 | Faculty Advisor for production of radio programmes for University FM Radio | 2009-2012 | Collaborated and encouraged students to produce radio programmes for Puduvai Vaani., Pondicherry University University Community Radio Station. |
| 4 | Organizing Secretary of the First and Second Asian Women’s Film Festival co-organised with IAWRT | 15.03.2011 - 16.03.2011 & 09.03.2012 - 11.03.2012 | Curated and organised two international film festivals and invited international film makers in collaboration with IAWRT. In the 2nd edition, the package comprised 36 films from 13 countries: Bangladesh, Bhutan, Canada, China, France, India, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Pakistan, Thailand, Turkey & USA. |
| 5 | Curator and organizer of photo exhibition for NAAC visit | 12.10.2011 | Organized an exhibition of students’ work in photo journalism. The exhibition on Hope, was put up before the NAAC visit in the department. |
| 6 | Curator and coordinator of public photo exhibition in Puducherry | 30.10.2011 - 04.11.2011 | Initiated and worked an entire semester with the students of MA Mass Communication to put up a public photo exhibition titled Work, in Puducherry town at the Exhibition House, Sri Aurobindo Ashram on the beach road. |
| 7 | Designer of desk calendar for university | 2012 | Prepared a desk calendar 2012 with a selection of students’ photographs from two photography exhibitions which was distributed to all teaching and non-teaching faculty of the University. |
| 8 | Director, producer and scriptwriter | February - April, 2014 | Directed and produced seven Public Service Announcements for the District Election Officer, Government of Puducherry on ‘Ethical Voting’ for public screening under the Systematic Voters Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) of the ECI, for the general elections to the Lok Sabha 2014. |
| 9 | Judge for Poster Competition | 28.02.2014 | Invited to be a judge in Reflections, 2014, Annual Science Festival of the Dept. of Physics, Pondicherry University on the theme, Fostering Scientific Temper. |
| 10 | Jury member for the 1st Jai Chandiram Memorial Fellowship, IAWRT | April - June, 2014 | Work required me to scrutinize applications by IAWRT members for development of a multi-disciplinary performance/research/study tour/script development/dissemination, and with Jury colleagues arrive at an informed and impartial decision as to which candidate is most suitable. |
| 11 | Cultural Programme coordinator | October 2016 | Nominated to organize the entire cultural programme events for the Alumni meet conducted by the department for alumni of M.A. Mass Communication and M.Sc. Electronic Media Programmes. |
| 12 | Director, producer and scriptwriter | October, 2016 - March, 2017 | Directed four short films for Swachh Bharat Mission, under the leadership of Puducherry Lieutenant Governor, Dr. Kiran Bedi. |
| 13 | Staff editor of Freeze Frame | 16.02.2017 - 19.02.2017 | As editor of the daily bulletin, Freeze Frame, released on the occasion of the 6th International Documentary short film festival, guided the students on the coverage of the festival and did proof reading and editing of the content. |
| 14 | Jury member for the 5th Auroville Film Festival 2017 | December 2017 | Invited to be on the jury for the films that were screened during the 5th Auroville Film Festival ’17. Page 9: https://issuu.com/aurovillefilmfestival/docs/avf |
| 15 | Coordinator for 6th Puducherry International Documentary and Short Film Festival, PU | 16.02.2017 to 19.02.2017 | Assisted the organisers, Tamilnadu Progressive Writers Artists Association, to conduct the 6th Puducherry International Documentary and Short Film Festival screenings in JN auditorium, PU for the benefit of students and faculty. |
| 16 | Coordinator for Pondicherry International Film Festival (PIFF), PU | 26.09.2018 to 30.09.2018 | Assisted the organisers to conduct the 1st PIFF screenings in JN auditorium, PU for the benefit of students and faculty. Also facilitated a learning opportunity for student volunteers on handling logistics across three locations including Alliance Francaise Pondichery and MMC Auditorium, Auroville. |
| 17 | Founder and Convener of PU Film Study Group | October 2018 - Present | Started the PU Film Study Group and invited participation from students and faculty from all over the University. A weekly film screening followed by discussion has been facilitated every week except during exams and holidays. Renowned filmmakers have been invited for interaction with the students. |
| 18 | Judge for Photography Competition | 19.02.2019 | Judge for Photography Competition organised by the Dept. of Commerce, PU in their annual inter collegiate fest VANICOM 2019. |
| 19 | Coordinator for events in the PU International Womens Day 2019 Celebrations | 25.02.2019 to 01.03.2019 | Coordinator for poster exhibition, poster competition, screenings of documentary films and discussions. |
| 20 | Coordinator for screenings of documentary films and discussions in the PU International Womens Day 2 | 04.03.2020 to 05.03.2020 | Curated and facilitated a package of six documentary films in collaboration with Public Service Broadcasting Trust (PSBT), New Delhi and invited filmmaker Anindya Shankar Das for interactive sessions with students. |
| 21 | Jury for International dance film festival | 29.07.2023 | Jury for the international student dance films category in the 2nd MANIFEST Dance Film Festival at Alliance Francaise, Puducherry. |
Collaboration with Institution/Industry
| S.No | Collaborator Name | Designation | Institution/Industry | Type | Nature of Collaboration | Period of Collaboration | Visits to Collaborating Institution / Industry |
Details of Collaborative Research/Teaching | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| From Date | To Date | From Date | To Date | |||||||
| 1 | Université de Toulon | Visiting Professor and Researcher | laboratoire IMSIC, Université de Toulon | INTERNATIONAL | International academic partnership | 10-10-2022 | 04-11-2022 | 10-10-2022 | 04-11-2022 | https://www.univ-tln.fr/Radhika-Khanna-la-route-de-soi.html At laboratoire IMSIC / UFR Ingémédia, presented my research to professors and PhD students on the pedagogy of cinema and the effective development and delivery of e-learning. Conducted courses with Masters students on Indian cinema, documentary filmmaking & instructional designing. |
| 2 | Université Gustave Eiffel | Head i/c DEMMC & Director i/c EMRC | CIPEN – Centre d’Innovation pédagogique et numérique | INTERNATIONAL | International academic partnership | 18-11-2022 | 25-11-2022 | 18-11-2022 | 18-11-2022 | Presented my research and work in the area of creative pedagogies and creation of E-learning including Massive Open Online Courses to CIPEN (Centre d’Innovation pédagogique et numérique) and the Department of Master of Arts and Literature to develop collaborative online courses by the Université Gustave Eiffel and Pondicherry University. |
Faculty Development Programme Attended (Orientation, Refresher, other Short Term Course during the year)
| S.No | Title of the FDP | Organiser | Venue | Duration | From Date | To Date | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Design, Develop & Deliver MOOC Courses through SWAYAM platform | National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration | National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration, New Delhi | 6 days | 05-08-2019 | 10-08-2019 | 2019 |
| 2 | National Geographic Educator certification | National Geographic Society | Online | 20 hours | 14-01-2019 | 08-04-2019 | 2019 |
| 3 | Digital Humanities Research Methods | Dept. of English, Pondicherry University under MHRD-SPARC project | Pondicherry University | 2 weeks | 23-09-2019 | 11-10-2019 | 2019 |
| 4 | 20th 3 Week Refresher Course in Education | Academic Staff College, Jamia Millia Islamia | New Delhi | 3 weeks | 11-04-2012 | 01-05-2012 | 2012 |
| 5 | FTII Film Appreciation | Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune under Ministry of Information and Broadcasting | NFAI & FTII, Pune | 27 days | 04-06-2012 | 30-06-2012 | 2012 |
Details of Executive Development Prog/Management Development Prog. conducted
| S.No | Name of the Programme | No. of Participants | Venue | Duration | From Date | To Date | Year | Revenue Generated |
|---|
Participation in IMPESS, IMPRINT, SPARC, STARS, LEAP Programme etc and DSF Funding Programme
| S.No | IMPRESS/IMPRINT/SPARC/STARS/LEAP/Others | Place | From Date | To Date | Year |
|---|
Enrolment under ARPIT Programme
| S.No | Name of the Programme | Period of the Programme | |
|---|---|---|---|
| From Date | To Date | ||