Srinagar: The Department of English, Amar Singh College, organised a Two-Day Extension Lecture Programme on “Common Errors Made by Non-Native Speakers of English” on October 9 and 10, 2023.
The Resource Person was Prof. Mohammad Amin, renowned academician and scholar of eminence. Prof. Amin has the reputation of having an illustrious academic career spanning over more than five decades. He has translated Atish-e-Chinar and Zakhiratul Muluk into English.
The programme commenced with the welcome address by Prof. Shahnawaz Muntazir, Head of Department of English. He extended a warm welcome to the speaker and the participants. Prof. (Dr) Sheikh Aijaz Bashir, Principal Amar Singh College and Nodal Principal, Kashmir Division Colleges, delivered the presidential address.
The Principal of the college in his speech said that programmes such as these arranged by the College evinces its commitment to sharing updated knowledge with its students. He also complemented Prof. Amin on his ability to effectively communicate with his students and establishing a rapport with them. In conclusion, Prof. (Dr.) Sheikh Ajaz Bashir presented him with a memento as an Award of Honour.
The presidential address was followed by a special address by Prof. Henna Amin, Dean of Humanities, Languages and Liberal Arts, Amar Singh College. She highlighted the need for organising such programmes. Also, she thanked the Principal for his promotion of the cause of knowledge by providing a platform for the teachers and students.
The Extension Lectures were attended by members of the faculties a well as students from different streams. The audience listened to Professor Amin with rapt attention.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Prof. Syed Umra Shah, Assistant Professor of English. (KDC)
