Department of English
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About the Department
The Department of English has been instrumental since its inception under the Anurag Group of Institutions. The department has been striving inevitably to improve not only the communication skills of the students, but also to make them proficient in all aspects of Personality Development that would help the students to have a successful career and professional life. The Department has been extending its support for all departments of Engineering in all semesters. In addition, it is conducting mock-Interviews to III year students of all branches as they may have Campus Placement drives in II semester onwards. It is also supporting School of Pharmacy, School of Management i.e.,MBA, and school of Computer Aplication i.e.,MCA. The department has been organizing Literary fest every year as part of the Annual Day celebrations of Anurag University.
Vision
To prepare the students to acquire effective communication skills to face the challenges of the social, academic and professional world.
Mission
To impart English language and soft skills to the students using the latest English language teaching approaches and methods for their overall skill and personality development.
Highlights of the Department
- Well qualified and highly knowledgeable faculty studied at reputed institutions
- Supporting all the departments with wide range of subjects
- Best English Language Lab with excellent pronunciation software for the students to improve pronunciation or to neutralize their accent by overcoming Mother Tongue Influence
- Best English Communication Lab for the students to improve their communication skills
- Received Grant of Rs.16.57 Lakhs under SPDC scheme by AICTE
- Organized National Conference on Digital Evolution in English Language Teaching and Learning in Higher Education with the grant of Rs 2.75 Lakhs supported of AICTE.
Programs
Head of the Department
Dr G V S Ananta Lakshmi
HOD Professor, Head – English department, Anurag University.
Dr. G.V.S. Ananta Lakshmi, a Ph.D. holder in American literature, boasts 24 years of teaching experience at both UG and PG levels. Her expertise encompasses communication skills, soft skills, American English, ELT, TESL, CALL, teacher education, TBLL, interview skills, and curriculum design. Renowned for guiding 1200 student language projects, she has published 46 papers in esteemed journals and conferences. As a member of the Katherine Anne Porter Society, IATEFL, and ELTAI, she also serves as President of ELTAI AU Chapter, where she initiated the India Reads Program at Anurag University. She has designed numerous courses and new labs as the Chairperson of the Board of Studies, English at Anurag University, and holds memberships in various prestigious institutions. Awarded the “Women in Education” accolade by Dewang Mehta National Education Awards, she secured a 16.57 lakh AICTE-funded project under the SPDC Scheme in April 2020 and currently guides three Ph.D. scholars. She also received an international patent (No. 202241070702 A) for her work on the effectiveness of linguistic grammar on ELT speakers in higher education institutes.
Experienced Faculty
Dr V S V Laxmi Ramana
Professor- English department, Anurag University
Dr. V. S. V. Laxmi Ramana, a distinguished Professor of English with over 30 years of experience, excels in delivering quality education. She currently serves as Chairperson of the Board of Studies, Chairperson for the Doctoral Research Committee, and an Academic Council member, guiding four active scholars. Renowned for her cross-cultural teaching expertise, she received the Best Teacher Award by MU KSA. Dr. Ramana contributes as a Review Member in IJCRT and an Editorial Board Member for multiple international journals. She enriches student learning through curriculum design, authoring books, delivering presentations, and publishing extensively. Recognized as a potential trainer by IUCEE and trained in soft skills by Infosys, she co-authored “English for Digital Media Literacy” and is dedicated to social causes and student-centric initiatives.
Dr M Srinivasa Rao
Associate Professor- English department, Anurag University
Dr. Maheepathi Srinivasa Rao, an esteemed academician, public speaker, and researcher, holds a Ph.D. in English from Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupathi. With 25 years of teaching experience, he currently serves as an Associate Professor of English at Anurag University, guiding three Ph.D. research scholars in English Language Teaching (ELT). Dr. Rao has received numerous accolades, including the JYESTHA ACHARYA AWARD and the Best Teacher Award from Lions Club, as well as recognition for a Decade of Dedicated Services from Anurag University.Beyond his academic role, Dr. Rao supports NGOs, environmental projects, and blood donation drives. He has authored six books, including the Amazon bestseller “Speak to Reach Peaks,” and has also acted in films. As a TV presenter, he addresses topics such as mental health and personal development. Dr. Rao’s passion and dedication to education and community service inspire students and the broader community, highlighted by his involvement in TEDx talks and intellectual forums.
Faculty
| S.No | Name | Qualification | Designation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr.GVS Ananta Lakshmi | M.A., PhD | Professor & Head, Chairperson BOS, Chairperson AALAAP Music Club |
| 2 | Dr. V S V Laxmi Ramana | M.A., PhD | Professor |
| 3 | Dr. Maheepathi Srinivas Rao | M.A., MBA., M.Sc., PMSPR, PGDELT., PhD | Assistant Professor |
| 4 | Dr. V. Padma | M.A, PGCTE., PGDTE., M.Phil., PhD., TS-SET | Assistant professor |
| 5 | Dr. A. Pradeep Kumar | M.A (English)., PhD (English)., AP-SET | Assistant professor |
| 6 | Dr. Babi Duli | M.A., M.Phil., PhD., PGDTE., UGC-NET., AP-SET. | Assistant professor |
| 7 | Dr. Sridhar Maddi | M.A.(Eng. Litt.), PGDTE (EFLU),PhD(KU). | Assistant Professor |
| 8 | Dr. D. Ravi | M.A.(Eng.Litt.)., PGCTE (EFLU)., B.Ed., PhD(EFLU)., TS-SET | Assistant Professor |
| 9 | Dr Sucharan Reddy | M.A., M.Phil., PhD | Associate Professor |
| 10 | Dr.Jyotsna Krishnan | MA., B.Ed., MPhil., Ph.D., UGC-NET | Assistant Professor |
| 11 | Mr. A. Manohar Reddy | M.A., B.Ed | Assistant Professor |
| 12 | Mrs. Ch. Aparna | M.A.(English)., MBA (HR)., Masters in Public Relations. | Assistant Professor |
| 13 | Mrs. S. Archana | M.A.(English)., (PhD) | Assistant Professor |
| 14 | Mrs. P. Kiranmayee | M.A.(English)., M Phil., PGCTE.,(PhD) | Assistant Professor |
| 15 | Mr. N. Babu Rao | MA(English)., B Ed (English), MEd., (PhD).,UGC-NET | Assistant Professor |
| 16 | Mr. Ch. Srinivasa Rao | MA (English) | Assistant Professor |
| 17 | Mr. T. Sunil Kumar | MA (English)., B.Ed. | Assistant Professor |
| 18 | Nandini Pradeep J | MA(English)., (PhD) | Assistant Professor |
| 19 | Mrs. K. Sunitha | M.A (English)., B.Ed, PGDTE(EFLU),TS SET, (PhD) | Assistant Professor |
| 20 | Mrs. Radhika Atmakury | M.A (English)., PGDTE | Assistant Professor |
| 21 | Mrs. Marka Banu | M.A.(English)., M.Ed., M.A.(Psychology) (PhD) | Assistant Professor |
| 22 | Mr.G. Kishore Kumar | MA(English)., B.Ed., Certificate in TESOL/TEFL,TS SET,(PhD) | Assistant Professor |
| 23 | Ms. Swatipriya | MA.(English).,UGC-NET | Assistant Professor |
| 24 | Mrs Rufus Ruthlivingston | M.A.(English) | Assistant Professor |
| 25 | Mr T Bhargava Kumar | M.A.(English) | Assistant Professor |
Board of Studies
Dr V S V Laxmi Ramana
Professor, Chairperson
Dr G V S Ananta Lakshmi
Professor & HOD, Member
Dr R Anupama
Associate Professor, Member
Dr. Parvathi
Professor, HOD English JNTU, HYD
Dr. C.Meena Debachish
Associate Professor English, IFLU, HYD
Dr M G Prasuna
Professor, BITS Pilani, HYD
Dr M Srinivasa Rao
Assoc. Professor, Member
Dr. P. B. PRASAD
CIO & Global Head CMT unit TCS, HYD
Dr A Pradeep Kumar
Assoc. Professor, Member
Ms Ch Aparna
Assistant Professor, Member
Mr. V. Manish
Trainee Engineer, Alumni member
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