Enriching Faculty Development Program
On February 8th, 2024, the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences (DH&SS) at Saveetha School of Law (SSL) organized a valuable One-Day Faculty Development Program (FDP) under the esteemed guidance of Prof. Dr. Asha Sundaram, Principal of SSL.
Held at the Seminar Hall, the program drew participation from enthusiastic faculty members, providing them with the opportunity to broaden their knowledge and insights across crucial areas.
Engaging Sessions:
The program featured three stimulating sessions, each led by renowned experts:
● "Application of Law in Practical Aspects": Delivered by Mr. G.M. Gokul Ram, the session offered invaluable insights into translating legal principles into real-world scenarios.
● "Role of Media in Public Relations": Mr. S. Magesh, Reporter at News Tamil, Chennai, shared his expertise on the intricacies of effective media engagement and its impact on public perception.
● "Research Paper Writing for Scopus Publication": Dr. S. Sagathevan provided practical guidance on crafting high-quality research papers compliant with the rigorous standards of Scopus, a leading bibliographic database.
Dedicated Team:
The success of the FDP is attributed to the efforts of a dedicated team:
● Convenor: Prof. Dr. Asha Sundaram
● Co-Convenor: Dr. D. Vezhaventhan
● Faculty Co-ordinators: Dr. K.S. Shoba Jasmin, Dr. K. Kirubagaran, Dr. K. Dhatchayani, Dr. K.R. Gopalan
● Student Co-coordinator: S. Anbarasu, PhD Scholar, DH&SS, SSL
Impact and Significance:
This enriching program equipped faculty members with valuable knowledge and practical skills, ensuring they remain at the forefront of legal education and research. By incorporating these learnings, faculty members will be better equipped to:
● Guide students on applying legal principles effectively in diverse situations.
● Leverage media engagement for enhancing public understanding of legal issues.
● Contribute to scholarly discourse through impactful research publications in esteemed databases like Scopus.
Saveetha School of Law remains committed to providing its faculty with continual learning opportunities, fostering a vibrant academic environment that benefits both students and the legal community at large.
