Department of Malayalam

The department of Malayalam established in June 1955, presently offers Malayalam as common course for eleven aided UG Programmes in the college. During an academic year, the department tries to hone the linguistic  and  literary skills of more than 450 students through various courses offered in the syllabus. 100% of teachers of the department are Ph.D holders and all are actively involved in research. About 25 research papers have been published by the faculty.

The department of Malayalam envisions interactive and innovative teaching focusing on the generation of an awareness regarding various nuances of being a ‘ malayali’

  • To popularise the rich repertoire of Malayalam literature
  • To inspire creative imagination based on the regional experiences
  • To provide an insight into the critical perspectives required for assessing Kerala culture and history
  • To kindle the spirit of learning Malayalam language

 CHAIRPERSON

Dr. Asha Mathai
HOD &Asst. Professor,
Department of Malayalam
Mar Athanasius College(Autonomous)
Kothamangalam-686666
Email-aashamathai@gmail.com
Phone No: 9744320348

EXPERTS (2)

Dr. C.R. Prasad
Professor,
Department of Malayalam
Kerala University.
Phone No: 9447552876
Email-drcrprasad1@gmail.com

Dr. E. Radhakrishnan
Associate Professor,
School of Literature Studies
Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam University
Vakad P. O, Tirur, Kerala
Phone No: 9633165507
Email:elayidathrk@gmail.com

ONE EXPERT TO BE NOMINATED BY THE VICE CHANCELLOR (MGU)

Dr. Aju K. Narayanan
Professor,
School of Letters
Mahatma Gandhi University
Kottayam-686560
Phone No:9496119457
Email:ajuknarayanan@gmail.com

MEMBER FROM INDUSTRY

Sri. Sumesh K. Balan Sub Editor
Deshabhimani Daily
Aristo Junction
Thampanor, Trivandrum- 695001
Phone No: 9895822502
sumeshkbalan@gmail.com

MERITORIOUS ALUMNUS

Dr. Maria Paul
Assistant Professor
Department of Malayalam
St. Xavier's College for Women, Aluva-683101
Phone No: 9495117436
Email-mariapaul2009@gmail.com

MEMBER TEACHERS IN THE DEPARTMENT

Dr. Seena John

Asst. Professor,

Department of Malayalam

Mar Athanasius College(Autonomous)

Kothamangalam

Phone No: 9447724557

Email-sjohn601@gmail.com

 

Minor Research Projects:

Ecofeminism in the writings of P. Valsala

Female Body and its Narration in Malayalam Short Stories

Western Influences on technical terms with special  reference to Malayalam  grammatical  terminology

 

 1. Akshari - Inter Collegiate Malayalam Recitation Competition with the aim of inculcating the appreciation of poetry in the new generation.

2. Palama -  Folksong Competition and Ethnic Show on November 1st in association with IQAC of Mar Athanasius College( Autonomous), Kothamangalam.

 1. Akshari - Inter Collegiate Malayalam Recitation Competition with the aim of inculcating the appreciation of poetry in the new generation.

2. Palama -  Folksong Competition and Ethnic Show on November 1st in association with IQAC of Mar Athanasius College( Autonomous), Kothamangalam.

 1. Akshari - Inter Collegiate Malayalam Recitation Competition with the aim of inculcating the appreciation of poetry in the new generation.

2. Palama -  Folksong Competition and Ethnic Show on November 1st in association with IQAC of Mar Athanasius College( Autonomous), Kothamangalam.

 1. Akshari - Inter Collegiate Malayalam Recitation Competition with the aim of inculcating the appreciation of poetry in the new generation.

2. Palama -  Folksong Competition and Ethnic Show on November 1st in association with IQAC of Mar Athanasius College( Autonomous), Kothamangalam.

 1. Akshari - Inter Collegiate Malayalam Recitation Competition with the aim of inculcating the appreciation of poetry in the new generation.

2. Palama -  Folksong Competition and Ethnic Show on November 1st in association with IQAC of Mar Athanasius College( Autonomous), Kothamangalam.

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HOD’s Desk

 Mother tongue is crucial in framing the thoughts and emotions of people. Language plays an essential part in the life of a human being. The language facilitates a comprehension of the surroundings, learning of concepts, and training in various skills. It connects human beings with their culture, ensures better cognitive development, and aids in the learning of other languages. Malayalam the mother tongue of Keralites is accorded the status of a Classical Language of India in 2013. The study of Malayalam language not only enriches the student’s knowledge of their mother tongue but also opens up new horizons of perspectives.

Dr. Asha Mathai

Head of the Department

Research centre-
Department of Malayalam

Minor Research Projects:

Ecofeminism in the writings of P. Valsala

Female Body and its Narration in Malayalam Short Stories

Western Influences on technical terms with special  reference to Malayalam  grammatical  terminology

 

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