Harsha M. Pillai is an Assistant Professor of Malayalam in the School of Linguistics and Literary studies. She brings with her ten years of teaching experience in Malayalam. She has a master’s degree in Malayalam and Education. She is presently pursuing PhD in Folk Classic Arts forms from MG University, Kottayam.
She is interested in social activities and has four years of experience as a Programme Officer of the National Service Scheme (NSS). She is also interested in cultural programmes related to Malayalam literature.
Education
- MA (Malayalam), SB College Changanacherry
- MEd, School of Pedagogical Sciences, MG University
- Part-time Research Scholar at MG University
- SET, NET qualified in 2006
Professional Experience (Research/Teaching)
- Malayalam Faculty, Chinmaya College of Arts Commerce and Science (June 2015-Feb 2022)
- FIP Substitute Lecturer, ST. Thomas College, Kozhencherry (June 2010-2011)
- FIP Substitute Lecturer, Thunjan Memorial Govt. College, Tirur (Jan. 2010- June 2010)
- Guest Lecturer, BK College Amalagiri, Kottayam (Sept. 2006-Oct. 2007)
- NSS PO, Chinmaya College of Arts Commerce and Science (Sept. 2017-Feb. 2022)
Research Projects
- Bhadrakalikshetrangalile kalamezhuthum pattum: oru padanam
- Effectiveness of Direct Experience in Teaching Folklore to Degree Students
Awards and Achievements
3rd rank in MG University at the BA Malayalam degree examination, 2003
Books
- Bhadrakali khetrangalile kalamezhuthum pattum
Guest Lectures, Papers Presentations & Conference Attendance
- Invited talk on Kerala Piravi in TD High School, Kochi (01 Nov. 2021)
- Participated in Webinars organised by the Department of Malayalam at the Cochin College, Kochi
- Adayalappeduthathe poya malayalakavikal on 12 June 2020
- Ehuthile njan – Indu Menon on 18 June 2020
- Sahityathinoramukham-Subhash Chandran on 20 June 2020
Workshops/Training Attended
- ETI Training for NSS Programme Officers at Rajagiri College
- One day workshop for NSSPO organised by MG University
- CVP Training Program conducted by CCMT Education Cell
- Two-day online orientational programme on UGC NET/JRF and research opportunities in India and Abroad organised by Sree Sankara College, Kalady
Awards and Achievements
- 3rd rank in MG University at the BA Malayalam degree examination, 2003