The English Association

The English Association

The Literary & Cultural Wing of the Department of English

The English Association functions as the vibrant literary and cultural wing of the Department of English, Mar Thoma College for Women, Perumbavoor. It plays a central role in shaping the creative, intellectual and social engagements of students by complementing classroom learning with meaningful co-curricular and extension activities.

Serving as a platform for creativity, dialogue and collaboration, the Association nurtures communication skills, literary appreciation, leadership and cultural participation while fostering a lasting love for the English language in all its forms.

About the Association

The English Association actively supports the academic mission of the Department through literary, cultural and intellectual engagements that extend learning beyond classrooms. Through seminars, invited lectures, literary celebrations, debates, quizzes, workshops and interactive sessions, students are encouraged to think critically, communicate effectively and engage meaningfully with literature, culture and contemporary issues.

The Association also collaborates with other departmental wings including the Research Forum, Centre for Gender Studies, AGAPE and The Playhouse to integrate academic enrichment with social awareness and creative expression.

What We Do

Literary Events

Seminars, literary discussions, author commemorations and invited lectures.

Creative Expression

Debates, quizzes, competitions, literary fests and student-led programmes.

Intellectual Engagement

Interactive sessions with scholars, academics and professionals.

Social Awareness

Collaborative programmes promoting cultural sensitivity and civic engagement.

Signature Events & Activities

Association Inauguration & Academic Talks

The annual inauguration of the English Association marks the beginning of the Department’s literary and cultural engagements, often followed by invited lectures on contemporary themes in literature, media and culture.

Invited Lectures & Webinars

Sessions on themes such as Health Humanities, Gaming and Culture, Shakespeare Today, Gender in Media and Disability Studies have enabled students to explore emerging interdisciplinary perspectives.

Author Commemorations & Literary Celebrations

Programmes commemorating renowned literary figures and thematic quizzes encourage students to deepen literary appreciation and critical engagement.

Student Competitions & Interactive Events

Quizzes, debates, JAM sessions, creative writing and language-based competitions provide students with opportunities to showcase confidence, creativity and communication skills.

LITERATI

Annual Inter-Departmental Literary Fest

One of the flagship events of the English Association, LITERATI is an eagerly awaited annual literary fest that celebrates creativity, language, performance and intellectual engagement. Conducted in the college auditorium, the event witnesses enthusiastic participation from students across departments.

Designed to promote confidence, communication and creativity, the fest transforms literary engagement into a vibrant student experience.

Highlights of LITERATI

• Brain Buster (Quiz)
• DB8 (Debate)
• Spelling Bee
• Avatar (Motley)
• JAM (Just A Minute)
• Pen It Down (Letter Writing)
• Crea’C’tive (Poster Making)
• English Queen

English Association in Action

Snapshots from LITERATI, literary activities, invited lectures, seminars, quizzes, celebrations and student engagements organised by the English Association.

“The English Association celebrates language, literature and creativity — inspiring students to think critically, express confidently and participate meaningfully.”