UGC – Sponsored National Seminar on
Narrativizing Cultures of the North East : Indigenous to Contemporary
September 3 & 4, 2013 at I&PR Auditorium, Aizawl
Jointly organised by:
Department of English, Govt.T.Romana College
&
Mizoram English Literary Society (MIELS)
Concept Note:
To understand the unique position of the North East India is to understand its rich culture. Despite the apparent homogeneous existence as a singular entity, North East India is a cradle of multi-cultural negotiations expressed variedly in artistic forms including literature. The multitudinous essence of the North East provides an almost inexhaustible fodder for academic deliberation, much of which remains unexplored. Rising from its history of colonialism and an urgent need to create its own space, indigenous voices from the region have been attempting unmitigated assertions of aspects of the North East from a multiplicity of perspectives. With a view to celebrating this oeuvre of literature, the seminar anticipates stimulating dialogues, debates, and illuminating insights arising out of these authentic voices that find their expressions in narratives of the North East.
The following sub themes, apart from others, may be relevant for writing of the seminar papers:
1. Pre and Post colonial praxis
2. Folk lore: oral, written and performance traditions
3. Gender Narratives
4.Ethnic identity and assimilation
5.Faith and Beliefs
6.Contemporary culture
7.Representations in cyber sphere.
Note:
Representations of culture through art forms other than literature are also welcome. Keeping these considerations in mind, the seminar hopes to generate richer understanding of the various facets of the culture in the North East. The seminar is to be organized in collaboration with the Mizoram English Literary Society (MIELS).
Call for Papers: Full papers, typed in MS Word using Times New Roman font size 12 in accordance with MLA format may be submitted in e-form to the email addresses provided latest by August 31, 2013. The selected papers will be published in book form with ISBN number. Selection of papers for presentation and / or publication will be at the discretion of the Organising Committee.
Contact Persons:
Co-ordinator:
Jennifer Lalbiakdiki,
HOD, Dept.of English. 9436141043 (M)/0389-2322342 (O), email :
Asst. Co-ordinators:
Catherine Lalhruaitluangi, 9436141852 email:
Vanlalchami, 9436354857 (M) email:
Members:
Lalrinmawii Tochhawng 9436142118
Dorothy Zonunsangi 9436151724
Mark V. Vanlalrema 9862327204
John C. Lallawmawma 9436144913
The Students' Union successfully organised Freshers' Social Programme on June 21, 2013 (Friday) at Vanapa Hall, Aizawl. 
Pu Lalrinmawia Ralte, MLA & Parliamentary Secretary, graced the function as chief guest and released the 14th Annual College Magazine 'RALTIANG' in the first session. The Programme was chaired by Mr Lalbiakmawia, Vice President, Students' Union and the General Secretary Mr K.Lalhmahruaia gave the annual report of the Union. The Chief Guest, in his speech, encouraged the students to be dedicated in their studies and to read more books. He also advised them to refrain from spending too much time in IT related activities like sending sms and social networking sites. In another speech delivered by the College Principal, the students were inspired to strive for higher achievements so that they would survive in this highly competitive world.
Observation of Green Mizoram Day, 2013:
The College NSS Unit successfully observed ‘Green Mizoram Day’ on June 11, 2013 at the NSS Plantation Site, Sihhmui. The volunteers planted about 50 plants and renovated fencing of the existing plants. About 23 Volunteers and 4 Programme Officers attended the programme.
Mega Camp, 2013:
Three Volunteers from College NSS Unit along with 9 volunteers from different Unit left Aizawl on June 23, 2013 for NSS Mega Camp, 2013 to be held at Bangalore during June 29- July 10, 2013. The names of the volunteers representing our College are –
i) Rebecca LBS Chhungi – Vth Semester
ii) Lalnunziri – Vth Semester
iii) Laldawngliana – Vth Semester
College Level Seminar on ‘Aspects of Mizo Culture and Language in Literature’ Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and Mizoram College Teacher’s Association (MCTA) Government T. Romana College jointly organised One Day College Level Seminar on ‘Aspects of Mizo Culture and Language in Literature’ on August 14, 2012 at the College campus. The Seminar was chaired by Ms Lalrinmawii Tochhawng, Assistant Professor, English Department in which the following faculty members of the same department presented papers.
Following up of the Memorandum of Understading on Faculty and Students Exchange programme signed between Department of Public Adminstration Govt. T. Romana College and Department of Public Administration Pachhunga University College, a 3rd 'Faculty and Student Exchange Programme' was successfully organised on the 28th March 2025.
Students from NCC, Govt. T. Romana College participated in Walk for Health Walkathon 2025 on 21st March, 2025. The Closing function of the event was held at AR Lammual, Aizawl.
Govt. T. Romana College Thingsiri Cultural club put a spectacular perfornance of Mizo Cultural Dance at the Grand Octave 2025 at Jharkand on 25.03.2025.
On 19th February 2025 Pune Institute of Bussiness Management (PIBM) orgainzed Students Development Programme on Career Awareness at Government T Romana College. The resource person was Mr. CA Utkarsh Upadhyay, a distinguished corporate trainer and business advisor with over ten years of expertise in Finance, Accounts and Entrepreneurial education. Specializing in professional programs like CA, ASSA, US CMA and CIMA.
Mr. Utkarsh Upadhyay was accompanied by Mr. Manish Das, PIBM in charge of north-east and Mr. Jacob career guide in charge of Mizoram. The students were enlighten with different job opportunities which widened their knowledge regarding their future career.
On 26th March, 2025 two faculty members Dr. Lalchhuanmawii and Dr. Lalngaihawmi participated in Awareness Programme on Sexual Harassment of Women at Work-place Act 2013 at Dawrpui Multipurpose Centre, Aizawl.
The Department of Mizo organized a programme to commemorate International Mother Language Day (Pianpui Tawng Ni, Matribhasa Diwas) on 21st February 2025 in Room No. A-2. The event aimed to highlight the significance of preserving and promoting mother languages while fostering linguistic and cultural diversity.
