To inspire students with a deep appreciation for Hindi language, literature, and culture while nurturing creativity, critical thinking, communication skills, and social values for global and national development.
The Hindi Department is committed to providing quality education in Hindi language and literature by developing students’ communication, writing, critical thinking, and creative skills. The department aims to promote Indian culture, values, and literary heritage through academic and co-curricular activities while encouraging research, innovation, and social responsibility. It also strives to prepare students for higher studies, competitive examinations, and diverse career opportunities with confidence and excellence.
The Department of Hindi at St. Michael’s College, Cherthala, has been rendering commendable service in the field of Hindi language and literature since the inception of the college in 1967. The department offers second language Hindi classes to students of various undergraduate programmes and strives to develop their linguistic, literary, and communication skills. Through classroom teaching, literary activities, seminars, competitions, and cultural programmes, the department encourages students to appreciate the richness of Hindi language and Indian culture. Over the years, the department has maintained a strong academic tradition under the leadership of eminent teachers such as A. M. John (1967–1994), N. Vasundara Kamath (1994–2001), Dr. K. N. Neelakantan Namboothiri (2001–2015), and Dr. Seena Kurian (2015 onwards). With dedicated faculty support and active student participation, the department continues to uphold excellence in language education and cultural enrichment.
As part of the FYUGP curriculum, the Department aims to provide students with a comprehensive and student-centered learning experience through a wide range of innovative and interdisciplinary courses. By offering AEC, MDC, VAC, and SEC courses, the department focuses on enhancing students’ linguistic proficiency, literary understanding, creative thinking, practical skills, and ethical values. These courses are carefully designed to connect language and literature with contemporary social, cultural, and professional contexts, thereby preparing students to meet the challenges of higher education and emerging career opportunities. Through academic excellence and skill-oriented learning, the department strives to nurture confident, responsible, and socially aware individuals.
| Name | Edu. Qualification | Area of Specialization | |
| 1. | Dr. Seena Kurian Seenakurian04@gmail.com |
MA,B Ed, M.Phil., Ph.D. | Poetry, Folk literature, Criticism |
| 2. | Preethy B Preethysmail21@gmail.com |
MA , b. Ed | Story , ecofeminism |
To preserve, promote, and enrich Malayalam language and literature by nurturing intellectually competent, culturally rooted, and socially responsible individuals with creative insight, critical awareness, and human values.
The mission of the Department of Malayalam is to provide quality education in Malayalam language and literature through effective and learner-centered teaching practices. The Department strives to develop linguistic competence, critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills among students while fostering research aptitude, cultural awareness, and literary appreciation rooted in the rich heritage of Kerala. It also aims to cultivate ethical values, social commitment, and lifelong learning that enable students to face contemporary academic, professional, and social challenges with confidence and responsibility.
As part of the FYUGP curriculum, the Department of Malayalam offers a variety of innovative and contemporary courses designed to meet the academic, creative, and professional needs of undergraduate students. The Department provides AEC (Ability Enhancement Courses) that nurture students’ linguistic competence, literary appreciation, and creative sensibilities through Malayalam language and literature. It also offers MDC (Multidisciplinary Courses) that promote interdisciplinary learning by connecting Malayalam studies with diverse fields of knowledge. In addition, VAC (Value Added Courses) and SEC (Skill Enhancement Courses) are designed to equip students with practical skills, ethical awareness, communication abilities, and career-oriented competencies relevant to contemporary society and emerging professional fields.
The faculty members of the Department of Malayalam are dedicated to imparting quality education in Malayalam language and literature while fostering the intellectual, creative, and cultural growth of students. As teachers and mentors, they strive to identify and nurture the unique talents and abilities of students through academic guidance, creative engagement, and personal mentoring. The Department aims to inspire critical thinking, effective communication, ethical values, and a lifelong appreciation for language, literature, and culture.
The Department of Malayalam gratefully remembers the valuable contributions of former faculty members including Prof. George Thomas, Prof. T. V. John, Prof. Sen Pillai A.T., Prof. Vishnuradhan Namboothiri, and Prof. P. A. Dominic, whose dedication and academic service greatly enriched the Department and inspired generations of students. Dr. Mary Reema has been serving as Assistant Professor in the Department of Malayalam since 2020.
Present Faculty
Dr. Mary Reema (MA, B.Ed., M.Phil., Ph. D, UGC NET
Research Areas: Women’s History, Literary History, Literary Criticism
St. Michael's College,11th Mile
Mayithara Cherthala, Kerala 688539
+91 478 282 2387
+91 9188 6633 87
michaelscherthala@gmail.com
