Centre for Translation Studies
Promoting Translation, Languages and Cross-Cultural Dialogue
About the Centre
The Centre for Translation Studies conducts talks, workshops, seminars and other academic activities related to the field of translation studies. The Centre serves not only members of the College community but also scholars, researchers and language enthusiasts from outside the institution.
The Centre encourages reflection on languages as unique expressions of culture while simultaneously highlighting the importance of translation as a bridge between different linguistic and cultural traditions.
Through its programmes, the Centre explores both translation theory and translation practice. Although literary translation remains its principal focus, the Centre adopts an interdisciplinary approach by inviting experts from diverse academic and professional backgrounds.
Academic Activities (2021–2022)
During the academic year 2021–2022, the Centre organized a series of online lectures, discussions and interactive sessions with distinguished scholars and practitioners working in the field of literary translation.
The sessions covered both theoretical perspectives and practical experiences of translation projects, offering participants valuable insights into the art and discipline of translation.
Languages Represented
Bengali
English
German
Hindi
Persian
Telugu
Turkish
Urdu
Participation
The Centre's programmes have been enthusiastically attended by students, faculty members and members of the wider academic community. The online events also attracted distinguished scholars, translators and researchers from various institutions across India and abroad, making the Centre a vibrant platform for intellectual exchange.
Focus Areas
- Literary Translation
- Translation Theory
- Translation Practice
- Cross-cultural Communication
- Workshops & Seminars
- Interdisciplinary Academic Discussions
Events
The following talks, workshops and academic interactions were
organized by the Centre during the academic year 2021–2022.