Department of English
The Department of English has been one of the founding pillars of NMSM Government College, Kalpetta, since its inception in 1982. Since then, the department has continued to offer additional language courses to the students of B.A., B.Sc., and B.Com. programs. With Ms. Pinku Bousally at the helm, the department is committed to enhancing students’ language skills and fostering their critical thinking abilities.
Academic Offerings
The department engages in a vibrant array of academic activities designed to foster critical thinking, advanced literary analysis, and interdisciplinary scholarship. The department emphasizes equipping students with proficiency in the English language, prioritizing the development of LSRW (Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing) skills. Through targeted instruction and engaging activities, students are empowered to communicate effectively and confidently, laying a strong foundation for their academic and professional futures.
It also hosts guest lectures, seminars, literary quizzes, and reading competitions that encourage dialogue among scholars, writers, and students, enriching the academic community.
The Mathew Puliammackal Endowment
The Mathew Puliammackal Endowment was established in honor of Professor Mathew Puliammackal, the former Head of the Department of English at NMSM Government College, Kalpetta. Instituted by his family and overseen by the English Department, this prestigious endowment is awarded annually to students who demonstrate exceptional proficiency in English.
The Mathew Puliammackal Endowment is announced each year on September 20, in commemoration of his death anniversary. Recipients of the award receive a cash prize, a memento, and a certificate of excellence, celebrating their outstanding achievements and continuing Professor Puliammackal’s legacy of educational excellence.
Language Lab
The Language Lab, operating under the Department of English, is dedicated to enhancing students’ communication skills, with a particular emphasis on improving their listening and speaking abilities. By providing a dynamic learning environment equipped with advanced resources, the lab fosters interactive practice and engagement, empowering students to communicate confidently and effectively in English.
Faculty
- Mrs. Pinku Bousally, MA, B.Ed, SET, NET (Assistant Professor & Head)
- Mrs. Salini P, MA, B.Ed, SET, NET (Assistant Professor)
- Mrs. Aswathy V.N, MA, MPhil, NET (Assistant Professor)
- Dr. Indu P, MA, B.Ed, NET, SET, PhD (Assistant Professor)