

Organisers
St. Anthony's College
St. Anthony's College, located in Shillong, Meghalaya, India, is an esteemed educational institution managed by the Salesians of Don Bosco Educational Society. Established in 1934 with humble beginnings, the college has evolved into a comprehensive institution offering diverse faculties. Guided by the educational philosophy of St. John Bosco and the vision of Fr. Joseph Bacchiarello, the college aims to democratise college education, particularly for the disadvantaged. With an emphasis on value-based teaching, it endeavours to produce intellectually competent, morally upright, and socially committed individuals, equipped to contribute to society. In line with global educational trends, the college offers application-oriented courses to meet the demands of the community and enhance students' employability. The college's motto, "Ever More and Better Ever," reflects its commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
Department of English
Established concurrently with the inception of the college in 1934, the Department of English has been a cornerstone of academic excellence, nurturing a deep appreciation for literature and its profound impact on society. For nearly nine decades, the department has been steadfast in its mission to promote the study of literature, recognising its intrinsic relevance to societal dynamics and intellectual pursuits. Affiliated with North-Eastern Hill University, the Department of English has consistently upheld rigorous academic standards, producing a cadre of distinguished academicians, writers, journalists, and renowned personalities. Imbued with the ethos of St. Anthony's College, both faculty members and students of the department carry the torch of enlightenment with intellectual curiosity and a spirit of exploration.
Patron
Rev. Br. Albert L. Dkhar, SDB, PhD
Principal
Convener
Cathy Saiborne
Head of Department
English
Coordinator
Dr. Amanda C. Tongper
Assistant Professor
Department of English
Organising Committee Members:
Cathy Saiborne
Dr. Amanda C. Tongper
Erica Jyrwa
Wanpyllaitphar Khongsngi
Anita Pde
Aveek Lyngdoh
Jacob L. Shylla
Daphilatngen Kharmujai
Vancouver Shullai
Auswyn Japang
Saweini Laloo
The International Conference on Literature, Community and Culture is organised by the Department of English in collaboration with the Department of History and the Department of Khasi.
Advisory Committee Members
Fr. A. L Jose sdb
Rector, St. Anthony's College
Fr. Joby Joseph sdb
Vice Principal, St. Anthony's College
Fr. Gervasius Nongkseh sdb
Vice Principal, St. Anthony's College
Professor Desmond Kharmawphlang
Centre for Cultural and Creative Studies
North-Eastern Hill University
Frederick Kharkongor, IAS
Commissioner and Secretary,
Department of Arts and Culture,
Government of Meghalaya
Professor Sukalpa Bhattacharjee
Department of English
North-Eastern Hill University
Professor K. Suneetha Rani
Head, Women Studies
Hyderabad Central University
Professor Andrew May
School of Historical and Philosophical Studies,
University of Melbourne,
Australia
Dr. Madeline Tham
Convenor
Indian National Trust for Art and Culture Heritage
Meghalaya Chapter
Dr. Frederick Lamare
Coordinator, IQAC
St. Anthony’s College
Nathaniel D N Majaw
Director
The Northeast India AV Archive