Department of English at S.A. College of Arts & Science conducted the eighth meeting of The Bookmark, its Readers' Club, on 29.06.2026
The Department of English at S.A. College of Arts & Science conducted the eighth meeting of The Bookmark, its Readers' Club, on 29th June 2026 in the Digital Library. The session aimed to encourage regular reading habits, develop literary appreciation, and strengthen critical thinking among students.
The programme began with a welcome address by the club coordinator, Ms. C. Cherryl Malar. Faculty members shared their personal reading experiences, motivating students to explore books with greater interest. Participants presented reviews of their favourite books and literary works, including White Nights, The Catcher in the Rye, Night of the Scorpion, The Emperor's New Clothes, and folktales.
Each presentation was followed by lively discussions, allowing participants to exchange ideas and deepen their understanding of literature. The meeting was convened by Mr. M. Thanga Kumaran, who also delivered the keynote address. The session was engaging, informative, and successfully promoted a lasting interest in reading.
The Bookmark Readers’ Club Meeting Highlights Indian Knowledge Systems at SACAS on 24.12.2025
The Bookmark Readers’ Club Meeting Highlights Indian Knowledge Systems at SACAS
The Department of English organised the sixth meeting of The Bookmark, the Readers’ Club, in association with the National Digital Library of India (NDLI) on 24 December 2025 at the Digital Library of S. A. College of Arts & Science. The programme focused on strengthening reading habits, enhancing literary appreciation, and developing critical thinking skills among students.
The session featured brief presentations on selected literary works rooted in Indian Knowledge Systems, reflecting India’s rich intellectual, cultural, and philosophical traditions. Participants discussed themes, characters, and perspectives from diverse genres, followed by interactive open discussions that encouraged critical engagement and interpretative thinking.
The meeting also provided a platform for faculty and students to share their reading experiences, fostering a vibrant culture of dialogue and collaborative learning. The discussions enabled participants to draw connections between texts and contemporary contexts.
The programme aligned with SDG 4: Quality Education, promoting inclusive and lifelong learning through literary engagement. The session was well received and effectively reinforced the Readers’ Club’s mission of nurturing a sustained interest in reading and reflective literary analysis.
