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VISION: Institute of English Studies envisions itself as vibrant and dynamic intellectual community that may excel in teaching and research. By providing a nurturing yet academically challenging environment it aims at developing a community of responsible, empathetic, intellectual, critical and creative individuals; thinkers equipped with enlightened perception of the world around them. The Institute aspires to: |
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Achieve Academic Excellence: To be recognized for its advanced and innovative curriculum that challenges students and prepares them for a variety of careers. |
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Promote Cutting-Edge Research: To support and produce groundbreaking research that contributes to the advancement of knowledge in Literature and Cultural Studies. |
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Foster Interdisciplinary Collaboration: To encourage interdisciplinary approaches and partnerships that enriches the understanding of complex texts and cultural phenomena. |
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Enhance Student Experience: To provide a supportive and stimulating learning environment that nurtures intellectual growth, creativity, and critical thinking skills of students. |
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MISSION STATEMENT: Institute of English Studies is dedicated to advancing the understanding and appreciation of English Literature, and Literature in English. We strive to foster academic excellence and innovation through rigorous research, dynamic teaching, and collaborative scholarship. Our mission is to cultivate critical thinking, creativity, and effective communication skills in our students, preparing them for diverse careers and lifelong learning. We are committed to promoting cultural engagement, inclusivity, and a global perspective, enriching both the academic community and the society at large. |
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Academic Brilliance: Promoting high standards in teaching, learning, and research in English literature, language, and allied fields. |
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Research Advancement: Encouraging original and impactful research in English studies. |
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Scholarly Collaboration: Facilitating collaboration among scholars, researchers, and students to enhance academic knowledge and intellectual understanding. |
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Curriculum Development: Developing and updating curriculum to reflect on contemporary knowledge and research in English Studies. |
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Student Development: Providing students with skills, knowledge, and critical thinking abilities needed for personal and professional growth. |
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Cultural Engagement: Promoting an understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures through the study of English literature as well as Pakistani and South-Asian English Literature. |
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Community Outreach: Engaging with the wider community through public lectures, workshops, seminars and conferences to promote lifelong learning. |
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Provision of Resources: Offering access to extensive academic resources, including libraries, archives, digital databases, computers and free Wi-Fi. |
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Interdisciplinary Approaches: Encouraging interdisciplinary studies and approaches to enrich understanding and analysis of literary texts. |
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Global Perspectives: Fostering a global outlook by integrating international perspectives into teaching, learning and research. |
Last Three Year Articles
Year: 2015
1- Dr. Amra Raza,; Dario Fo’s Dynamic Frameworks in Trumpets and Raspberries, Journal of Research Society of Pakistan, University of the Punjab, Lahore, 52(1), 2015 2- Dr. Amra Raza, Principal Investigator &
Dr. Rizwan Akhtar,; ‘Using Pakistani Literature for English Language Instruction at the Undergraduate Level at the University of the Punjab, Journal of Research (Humanities) Department of English University of the Punjab, Lahore, XL, 2015 3- Mr. Khurshid Alam,; Hetroglossia, Language and Identity in Twilight in Delhi, Journal of South Asian Study, The Punjab University, Lahore, Vol.30., No.2, 2015 4- Dr. Rizwan Akhtar,; Three poems “Edinburg Calls”, “Ghazal: Memory” and “Some Rains have Stories", University of Edinburgh Journal, Vol.47 Number One,, 2015
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2014
1- Dr. Amra Raza,; The Subcontinent Palimpsest in Alamgir Hashmi’s Poetry, Research Journal of South Asian Studies, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Vol.29, No.1, 2014 2- Dr. Amra Raza,; The Politics of Mythical Space in Pakistani Poetry Written in English, Journal of Political Studies, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Vol. 21, Issue-2,, 2014 3- Dr. Amra Raza,; Political Renegotiation of Scriptural Spaces in Alamgir Hashmi’s Poetry, A Journal of South Asian Studies, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Vol. 29, No.2, 2014 4- Shamaila Dodhy,; Verbalized Resistance: Music and Message in Morrison’s Jazz, Kashmir Journal of Language Research, Department of English University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Muzzaffarabad, Pakistan, Vol. 17.2, 2014 5- Samra Soomro,; Psychoanalytic Study of an Artist’s Mind in Mahesh Dattani’s Play Tara, Journal of Research (Humanities) Department of English Language and Literature, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Volume L, 2014
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2013
1- Khurshid Alam,; Tragic Vision: Similarities and Departures in the Tragic Vision of Oveill and Acschylus, Journal of Research and Humanities, XLIX January 2013, 2013 2- Mr. Shahzeb Khan,; The Word and the Word, Pakistan Today, , 2013
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2012
1- Olya Mariam
(visiting faculty)
,; Biopolitics in Strindberg’s The Father., Journal of Research (Humanities), XLVIII, 2012
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2010
1- Dr. Amra Raza,; Dynamic Linguistics and Artistic Pattern in Jonson’s THE ALCHEMIST, Jour. Or Research (Humanities) Deptt of English Language & Literature, Punjab University (An HEC approved Journal), XLII- XLV Jan. 2006 – Jan. 2009, 2010
Last Three Year Books
Year: 2014
1- Dr. Muhammad Islam,; Title: Reinterpretation of L2 Motivation in the Contemporary World: A study of Pakistan University Students Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing, Year: 2014
SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/EVENTS HELD AT INSTITUTE OF ENGLISH STUDIES (2022-2024)
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Hosted “Digital Humanities Graduate Poster Exhibition” in collaboration with the Department of English, FCCU on the 15th of February 2024. |
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A reading session was held by Christoph Peters and Hannah Dübgen in collaboration with Annemarie-Schimmel-Haus on February 26, 2024. |
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A literary session titled "Creative Challenges for Young Pakistani Writers of English" with Saad Sibte Sultan was held featuring a reading from his novel The Double Crescent Sword on 3rd June 2024. |
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Hosted the faculty and students from the University of Poonch, Rawlakot on the 20th of September, 2024. |
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A Seminar titled "Rahmat ulil Alamin", featuring guest speaker Mr. Atif Waheed, on the 3rd of October 2024. |
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Hosted an interactive session on "Demystifying the World of Publication" for BS first-year students on October 11, 2024. |
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Informative literacy sessions were led by the librarian of IES on the usage of library resources. |
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Organized orientation ceremony to welcome new batches of BS and ADP programs. |
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Organized orientation program to introduce and acquaint the new MPhil students to the academic community. |
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Organized a Book fair to foster love for reading and learning among students on 14 Nov, 2024. |
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Character day transformed classic iconic heroes, modern icons and pop culture figures with creativity and flair, followed by an Enactment competition on December 12, 2024. |
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Dr. Javaria Farooqui, Assistant Professor, Comsats University have had an interactive session on “Romance Fandom in 21st century Pakistan” December 18, 2024. |
2023 |
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A Milad titled, “Mehfil-e-Hubb-e-Rasul Khatimun Nabiyeen Muhammad SAW” on 18th January 2023. Mr. Saad Rizvi honored IES as the Speaker and Dr. Muhammad Hammad Lakhvi as the event's Chief Guest. |
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A webinar on “Mental Health” in collaboration with Aachol Foundation Bangladesh on February 2, 2023. |
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A seminar on “Revival of Commitments with Pakistan” in collaboration with Fikr-e-Iqbal Forum, and Pakistan Studies Centre featuring Mr. Qayoum Nizami, Mr. Anwar Mahmood Khan, Dr Muhammad Jawwad, Prof. Syeda Rozy Rizvi and Engineer Abdul Waheed Khawaja as guest speakers on February 8, 2023. |
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Hosted a successful book launch event for “Dreams Don't Die”, translated by Dr. Lubna Umar. The event featured a panel discussion with Dr. Shahid Siddiqui and closing remarks from Chief Guest Prof. Dr. Khalid Mahmood on November 21, 2023. |
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A seminar on “Like a Sparrow’s Best: Balancing Preservations with Renewal in South Asia Islamic Spaces” featuring Dr. Walter N. Hakala, SUNY (USA) on 30th November 2023. |
2022 |
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The art-based Digital Display “The Wolf Talks” was curated by Dr. Nico Carpentier in collaboration with AMCAP on 8th February 2022. |
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Hosted an International Training Workshop in collaboration with LLL and OUP for PhD Supervisors on 25th and 26th of March 2022. |
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English Dramatics Society (EDS) presented baroque adaptation of Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice on 22nd April 2022. |
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Organized Book Talk session with the team of Ms. Zeeshan Zia Raja on 24th May 2022. |
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Organized an enactment on “Maa Boliyan: All Languages Are Prestigious” to celebrate the diversity of languages on 1st June 2022, |
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Flood relief appeal and donations drive was organized from August 30, 2022 to September 6, 2022. |
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A seminar on “Character Building in the Age of Artificial Intelligence” featuring Dr Rasheed Arshad as Guest Speaker on 7th September 2022. |
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A seminar on “How to Convert an Ordinary Incident into an Entertaining Drama” in the presence of guest speaker Mr. Shahid Mahmood Nadeem on 28th September 2022. |
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E-Commerce workshop was co-arranged by ELS and SkillZone on 12th October, 2022. |
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A seminar on Seerat-un-Nabi was arranged at IES on 20th October, 2022. |
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An interactive session with Professor Dr Amritjit Singh, in which he shared valuable insights about the Harlem Renaissance on 27th October 2022. |
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IES continued its Book Talk Series with Panel Discussion featuring Dr Shafaat Yar Khan, Dr Javeria Farooqui, Dr Faraz Anjum, and Dr Shahid Imtiaz on his book Amorphous Lahore on 17th November 2022. |
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IES held a session “The World of Stories and Storytellers: In Conversation with Kanza Javed” on 14th December 2022. |
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Vancouver-based author and poet, Tariq Malik, was invited to introduce his book Exit Wounds on 21st December, 2022. |
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Organized a webinar with Dr. Michele Ware, North Carolina Central University, USA on “The American Short Story Tradition”. |
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A seminar was conducted on Digital Responsibility and Cyber Harassment with Ms. Nida Usman Chaudhry, founder of “Women in Law” as the guest speaker. |
The Professor Sirajuddin Library is a hub of knowledge, research, and innovation dedicated to supporting the academic and intellectual pursuits of our students, researchers and faculty. Our library is a vital resource center that offers an extensive collection of around twenty-two thousand books comprising literary works, critical texts, journals, and digital resources. The library’s comprehensive collection includes classic and contemporary literature, scholarly articles, and reference material. The material is carefully curated to support the curriculum and research needs of our Institute, providing a rich foundation for academic exploration and discovery. Our catalog is continuously updated to include the latest publications and research, ensuring that our users have access to current and relevant information. In addition to traditional library services, we are proud to feature a state-of-the-art computer laboratory equipped with the latest technology and software. The computer laboratory provides access to digital resources, academic databases, and research tools essential for modern scholarship. The library and computer laboratory are designed to create conducive environment for study and research.
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