Dr. S. Bhuvaneswari
Assistant Professor, Department of Arts and Humanities
Profile
Dr. S. Bhuvaneswari
Assistant Professor of English
Dr. S. Bhuvaneswari is a dedicated academician, educator and researcher with extensive experience in teaching English Language and Literature. She holds a Ph.D. in English Literature from Bharathidasan University, awarded in 2019, with her dissertation focusing on the nuanced exploration of women’s quest for fulfillment in the works of Canadian writer, Audrey Thomas. She also holds an M.A., M.Phil., and a PG Diploma in English Language Teaching. Her academic accomplishments include University level distinctions and gold medals, in addition to qualifying for the UGC NET examination.
With over a decade of teaching experience in higher education, Dr. Bhuvaneswari has made significant contributions to teaching, research, and academic development. her scholarly engagement includes publications in peer-reviewed journals, presentations at national and international conferences, and active participation in FDPs. Her areas of research and teaching interest include Feminist Criticism, Postmodern Literature, Indian and Canadian Literature and Communicative English. Driven by a passion for empowering the younger generation, she continues to inspire students and peers through her scholarly and teaching endeavors.
Area
Canadian Literature, Indian Writing in English, British Literature, African Literature
Qualification
B.A. in English Literature, M.A. in English Studies, PG Diploma in English Language Teaching, M.Phil. in English Literature, Ph.D. in English Literature
Experience
15 Years
Publications
Articles in Peer-Reviewed, Refereed Journals
- “The Cruellest of All Pains: Miscarriage, Abortion and the Female Psyche in Audrey Thomas’ ‘If One Green Bottle…’ and ‘The More Little Mummy in the World,’” International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research, Volume 6, Issue 3, March 2019. Impact Factor: 5.87, ISSN: 2349-5162.
- “Exploration of Self – Quest for Identity in Audrey Thomas’ ‘The Princess and the Zuccchini,’” Bodhi: International Journal of Research in Humanities, Arts and Science, Vol. 3, Special Issue 2, January 2019. Impact Factor: 2.135, ISSN: 2456-5571.
- “Assertion of Self – Seeking Identity in Audrey Thomas’ ‘Galatea,’” Roots: International Journal of Multidisciplinary Researches, Vol. 3, Special Issue 1, March 2017. Impact Factor: 3.096, ISSN: 2349-8684.
- “From Enslavement to Emancipation: The Plight of Women as Portrayed by Arundhati Roy and Audrey Thomas,” The Criterion: An International Journal in English, Vol. 7, Issue 2, April 2016.
- “The Act of Leaving in Audrey Thomas’ Short Stories,” HERMES: A Bi-annual Literary Research Journal, Vol. 4, Issue 2, March 2012.
Articles in Books
- “Parodic Postmodernism: Deconstructed Fairy-Tales in Audrey Thomas’ Short Fiction,” Postmodern Trends in English Language and Literature. ISBN: 978-93-8528-327-7.
FDPs / Workshops / Seminars
- Participated in the One Week Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on “Literary Criticism” from July 30 to August 5, 2020, organized by Thiruvalluvar University Constituent College of Arts & Science, Kallakurichi.
- Participated in the Faculty Enrichment Webinar on “Journey towards a Successful Ph.D” on July 16, 2020, organized by St. Claret College, Bangalore.
- Participated in the One Week Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on “Futuristic Trends of Language and Literature – Impact on 21st Century Learners” from July 13–18, 2020, organized by SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai.
- Participated in the National Level Online Workshop on “Documentation & Profile Management for NAAC & API” on June 6, 2020, organized by K. Ramakrishnan College of Technology, Trichy.
- Participated in the One Day E-FDP on “Impact of Literature on Society” on May 31, 2020, organized by Bharathiyar College for Women, Salem.
- Participated in “How to Overpower COVID-19 Challenges” on May 20, 2020, organized by P.S.R. Engineering College, Sivakasi.
- Participated in the 7-Day International Web Workshop on “Translation and Research – A Contemporary Perspective” from May 15–21, 2020, organized by Sri Vasavi College, Erode.
- Participated in the “Online National Faculty Enrichment Programme” from May 13–19, 2020, organized by IQAC of Mannar Thirumalai Naicker College, Madurai.
- Participated in the “Online National Faculty Enrichment Program on IPR Awareness” on May 13, 2020, organized by Keyway Research, Faculty Placements, Hyderabad.
- Participated in the Five Day Online Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on “Quality Enhancement: Online Teaching, Learning and Assessment” held from May 12–16, 2020, organized by IQAC of St. Francis De Sales College, Bangalore.
- Participated in the Faculty Development Programme on “Looking Beyond Search Within” on June 17–18, 2019, organized by Christ Academy Institute for Advanced Studies, Bangalore.
- Participated in the Faculty Development Programme on “Curriculum Development and Teaching English Language in a Global World” on February 21, 2019, organized by Christ Academy Institute for Advanced Studies, Bangalore.
- Participated in the National Workshop on “English Language Skills for Academic Purposes” on February 9, 2019, organized by SASTRA University, Kumbakonam.
- Participated in the Faculty Development Programme on “New Trends in Literary Studies: Post Theory & The Anthropocene” on February 1, 2019, organized by Women’s Christian College, Chennai.
- Participated in the One Day Faculty Development Program on “Art of Effective Teaching” on December 24, 2018, organized by Sri Krishna Degree College, Bangalore.
- Participated in the Faculty Development Program on “Teaching to Leading” on June 14–15, 2018, organized by Christ Academy Institute for Advanced Studies, Bangalore.
Academic Conferences
Organized
- Served as a Coordinator in a Ten-Day Workshop on “Ettutokai and Recent Western Literary Theories” at Thanthai Hans Roever College, Perambalur, March 2015.
- Served as a member of the Organising Committee for the International Conference on “Literary/Linguistic Responses to Contemporary Socio-Cultural Changes and Paradigm Shifts in India and Canada: A Comparative Study” from 7th–9th March 2012, conducted by Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli.
Special Lectures
- Conducted a Faculty Development Programme on Communicative English titled “Learn the Power of Communication” at Christ Academy, Bangalore, April 2019.
- Delivered a special lecture on “The Recent Western Theories and Its Application” in a Ten-Day Workshop on “Ettutokai and Recent Western Literary Theories” at Thanthai Hans Roever College, Perambalur, March 2015.
- Served as a Resource Person in the “Young Student Scientist Programme (YSSP)” held at Thanthai Hans Roever College, Perambalur on 13th May 2013.
- Delivered a special lecture on “English for Effective Communication and Competitive Examinations” at the Department of English, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, from 10th–12th February 2011.
Papers Presented
- Presented a paper on “Unveiling Untold Feminist Problems in the Works of Shashi Deshpande and Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni” at the International Conference on Innovations in Architecture, Design, Business, Society, Languages and Literature, held on 31st October 2025 at Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu.
- Presented a paper on “The Cruellest of All Pains: Miscarriage, Abortion and the Female Psyche in Audrey Thomas’ ‘If One Green Bottle’ and ‘The More Little Mummy in the World’” at the International Seminar on Power Structure in English Language and Literature, held on 7th March 2019 at Urumu Dhanalakshmi College, Tiruchirappalli.
- Presented a paper on “Language and Creativity in Contemporary English Classroom” at the International Conference on Contemporary Issues in Language and Literature, held on 4th March 2019 at Thanthai Hans Roever College, Perambalur.
- Presented a paper on “Exploration of Self – Quest for Identity in Audrey Thomas’ ‘The Princess and the Zucchini’” at the National Conference on “Gender Sensibility: An Exploration through Literature,” held on 10th October 2018 at Nirmala College for Women, Coimbatore.
- Presented a paper on “Parodic Postmodernism: Deconstructed Fairy-Tales in Audrey Thomas’ Short Fiction” at the National Seminar on “Postmodern Trends in English Language and Literature,” held on 9th February 2017, organized by Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan College of Arts & Science for Women, Perambalur.
- Presented a paper on “Bringing Africa Home: Narrating the African Other in the Short Stories of Audrey Thomas” at the Two-Day International Seminar on Canadian Studies, held on 6th and 7th September 2013, hosted by the P.G. & Research Department of English, H. H. The Rajah’s College, Pudukkottai.
- Presented a paper on “From Enslavement/Marginalization to Emancipation of Women as Portrayed by Arundhati Roy and Audrey Thomas” at the International Conference on “Higher Education, Cultures and Literatures – Canada and India,” held on 30th November and 1st December 2012, organized by Centre for Canadian Studies, University of Mysore.
- Presented a paper on “Withdrawal and Loneliness in the Works of Anita Desai and Audrey Thomas” at the International Conference on “Literary and/Linguistic Responses to Contemporary Socio-Cultural Changes and Paradigm Shifts in India and Canada: A Comparative Study,” held from 7th–9th March 2012, organized by Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli.
Grants and Fellowships
- As Principal Investigator of a minor project on “Feminist Perspectives and Female Archetypes in Indian and Canadian Fiction: A Comparative Study” funded by UGC.
- University Research Fellowship for 2 years in Bharathidasan University. (February 2010-2012 )
Patent
- Published a patent titled “Device for Converting Multilingual Speech into English Audio” in September 2025.
- Principal Investigator of a UGC-funded minor project on “Feminist Perspectives and Female Archetypes in Indian and Canadian Fiction: A Comparative Study” in 2014.
