The Department of Communication, University of Hyderabad (UoH), had a significant presence at the IAMCR 2025 Conference, held in Singapore from July 12 to 18, 2025.A diverse cohort of alumni, current PhD scholars, and faculty represented the university, showcasing its academic excellence and research prowess.
Key Highlights:
– Strong Representation: Nearly two decades of MA and PhD programmes were represented, with a vibrant mix of alumni, current PhD scholars, and faculty.
– Active Participation: The UoH cohort actively participated in panels, presentations, and chairing sessions across multiple sections and working groups.
– Scholarly Contributions: The range of scholarly contributions was notable, reflecting the department’s engagement with critical and emerging issues in communication studies.
UoH Cohort:
– Alumni in Academia: Alankar Kaushik, Karthik K, Aditya Deshbandhu, Nisha Singh, Ram Awtar Yadav, Aniruddha Jena, Devina Sarwatay, Bhargav Nimmagadda, Manas Kanjilal
– Alumni Pursuing PhDs Internationally: Khadeeja Amenda, Amritha Mohan
– Former Faculty: Manoj Deori
– Current PhD Scholars: Anuja Premika, Anila Backer, Bala Krishna, Treesa Reena John
– Faculty: Vinod Pavarala, Usha Raman, Kanchan K. Malik, Madhavi Ravikumar
Many from the UoH cohort now serve as Chairs, Vice-Chairs, and committee members across IAMCR sections and working groups.
The large Indian contingent at the IAMCR 2025 Conference enthusiastically acknowledged the high level of participation from UoH, which stood out for its scale and expertise.
The Department of Communication, University of Hyderabad, continues to foster meaningful work in research and academics, building on the memories and conversations sparked at IAMCR 2025.