Dr. Pragya Sengupta, an alumna of the Centre for Applied Linguistics and Translation Studies (CALTS) at the University of Hyderabad, has been selected for the prestigious Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) program at Ohio University, USA. This esteemed program recognizes her exceptional talent and dedication to teaching and cultural exchange. Dr. Sengupta completed her M.Phil and Ph.D. in Translation Studies in 2012 and 2021 respectively, from the Centre for Applied Linguistics and Translation Studies, University of Hyderabad, under the supervision of Dr. Sriparna Das. Her research interests dwell mainly on indigenous knowledge systems, cultural memory, and translation as resistance. With a strong interdisciplinary approach, her work bridges literature, ethnography, and cultural studies.
About Dr. Sengupta’s Achievement
– Fulbright FLTA Program: A highly competitive program that brings international educators to the US to teach their native languages and cultures.
– Teaching Hindi at Ohio University: Dr. Sengupta will share her expertise in Hindi language and culture with students, introducing them to standard Hindi and its regional dialects.
– Cultural Exchange: Through innovative methods like Bollywood movies, literary texts, collaborative events, and Indian art exhibitions, Dr. Sengupta aims to spark curiosity and deeper cultural connection.
Dr. Sengupta’s Background
– Research Interests: Indigenous knowledge systems, cultural memory, and translation as resistance.
– Academic Publications: Articles in journals like Translation Today, Explorations, and Apni Maati.
– Translations: Academic works in Encounters in Translation.
– Professional Affiliations: Active member of International Association for Translation and Intercultural Studies (IATIS) and Comparative Literature Association of India (CLAI).
Dr. Sengupta’s journey as a Fulbright FLTA will not only enrich the academic experience of students at Ohio University but also foster cross-cultural understanding and exchange. Her passion for language, culture, and art will undoubtedly make a lasting impact.
Congratulations and best wishes to Dr. Pragya Sengupta.