English Department

Overview | Faculty | Activities

Brief History of Department
 Department of English was one of the largest departments having around seven teachers in its heydays. Mr. Rajagopal was the first teacher to be appointed in the department who later, retired as the principal of the college. The department saw several talented teachers like Shachi Dharmaraj, Lailtha Gujar and S Purna Devi. Mr. B M Prasadi who was appointed later served as an NCC officer too.

Now, the department is headed by Dr. Udaya Ravi. S V , who has written several books, published papers in international journals and presented papers in conferences in India and abroad. He has guided several scholars for their MPhil and PhD degrees from various universities of south India. Mr CMS Lokeshwariah deputed from the science college works in the English department with two part time lecturers Ms, Archana Venkatesh and Mr. BC Shivanna.

The department offers English as a core subject in addition to generic / general English. Wall journal, Literary association, and U G student research are the various activities conducted by the department.

Papers offered at the U G level:
1. Generic English for Arts and Commerce streams (previously known as General English)
2. English Honours ( Previously known as Optional English)

Faculty Members

 

Activities
S/N	Event	Date	Details	Speaker	Conducted by
1.	Online Certificate Course in Linguistics and Phonetics	08th  Nov To 22nd Dec ‘21	A free online course of 36 hour module was conducted to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee year of KVS	Resource person: Dr. Udaya Ravi S V	Department of English.
2	Online certificate Course in Translation	01st June To 7th August 2021	A free online course of 36 hour module was conducted to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee year of KVS	Resource person: Dr. Udaya Ravi S V	Department of English.
3	Under-Graduate research project	Aug 16th 2019	Four students took up research work and prepared a mini thesis of 40 pages on the topic  'The Woman Characters in The Plays of Shakespeare'	Chaitrashree R Nayak Sharath Bhumika Pooja	Department of English.
4	Chalk & Talk Contest	18,19,20th June 2021	Student lecture contest on various topics in English conducted online	Students from B A  & B Com streams	Department of English.
5	Special Lecture	24-01-2019	History of English Literature	Dr. Rajesh, Associate Professor, Law College, Bangalore	Department of English.

 

 

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About Pallagatti Adavappa Arts College Tiptur
When the Kalpataru Vidya Samsthe Trust was formed in 1962, to administer Kalpataru College, it offered all the three streams of arts, science and commerce. The college flourished for two decades until the strength exceeded 2,500 students. The college had to be bifurcated according to the directions of the collegiate education. So, an independent college for the Arts and Commerce streams was established in the year 1982 and was named after the founder president and philanthropist, Pallagatti Adavappa, while, the science college retained the name Kalpataru.

KALPATARU VIDYA SAMSTHE (R), TIPTUR (ESTD.1961) :
Kalpataru Vidya Samsthe, an important centre for higher education has dispersed knowledge to the local rural masses for nearly six decades and has grown from strength to strength over these years. KVS is instrumental in putting Tiptur on the map of the academia. Today, the Management is flourishing with eight sister institutions one more reputed than the other.

Message from the principal

Dear students, Faculty and Visitors

It is with immense pride and a deep sense of commitment that I welcome you to Pallagatti Adavappa Arts and Commerce First Grade College, Tiptur an Institution under Kalpataru Vidya Samsthe ® is dedicated to fostering academic excellence, ethical values, and holistic development since its inception in 1962. For over six decades, our college has been a beacon of knowledge, shaping generations of students from rural area into responsible and accomplished individuals. [In 1982 because of huge strength the Kalpataru College got bifurcated as Pallagatti Adavappa Arts and Commerce First Grade College and Kalpataru Science College].

Guided by our vision of “Education for Wisdom, Conduct, and Livelihood,” we aspire to cultivate an environment where learning transcends classrooms, empowering students with intellectual depth, professional competence and moral integrity. Our mission is to make quality education accessible to all, nurturing individuals who are not only knowledgeable but also socially responsible and culturally refined.

In an era of rapid global transformations, we take pride in offering a green campus, a digitalized library, experiential learning through NSS, Scouts and Guides, Red Cross and cutting –edge add-on course like Tally Solutions, ensuring that our students are equipped with both traditional wisdom and modern skills. Our mentoring system and expert faculty provide personalized guidance, fostering a culture of curiosity, critical thinking and a lifelong learning.

Recognizing the importance of career opportunities, our institution has started organizing Job fair bringing together leading recruiters and aspiring professionals under one roof so that it bridges the gap between academia and industry, helping students transition seamlessly into the professional word.

As a college with rich legacy, we have consistently adapted to the changing educational landscape while preserving our core values. Education at our institute is not just about academic success- it is about building character, fostering leadership and inspiring innovation. We encourage our students to dream beyond boundaries, embrace challenges and contribute meaningfully to society.

As we continue this journey of enlightenment and progress, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our faculty, students, alumni, and stakeholders who contribute to the legacy of our institution. I invite you to explore our website and be part of this vibrant academic community.

Together, let us strive for excellence, wisdom, and a future rich in possibilities.

Warm Regards,
Dr Vijaya Kumari TR
Principal
Pallagatti Adavappa Arts and Commerce First Grade College, Tiptur

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