Faculty
Prof. RAVIRAJ
- DesignationHead of the Institute
- Email raviraj@nitte.edu.in
- Contact No.97402 21010
- Joining date 10-07-2015
MS Communication
With a tenure over 13 years in the field of Communication and Media, have worked in various capacities as a teacher. In my capacity as Head of the Institute, I have learnt the skills required for Education Management - introduction of a new syllabus focused on current and projected communication trends, conducting Conferences and Seminars with Speakers known nationally and internationally and conducting Workshops in sync with industry requirements.
Outside of teaching, have a keen interest in Film Festival Production. Being the Festival Director, Nitte International Film Festival, have been moderately successful in creating a strong culture of cinema in the city of Mangalore.
Keen on keeping abreast with the ever changing dynamics of the digital medium.
As a part of a cultural exchange programme, was selected as Visiting Professor to Volda University College, Volda, Norway, for a period of three weeks. Delivered lectures on Indian Media, Culture, Bollywood Cinema, Indian Animation Industry, Photography and Indian Politics.
Introduction to Animation, Information Society, Web Journalism, New Media Studies, Photography, Graphic Design, Newspaper Design, Event Management, Cinema Studies
Editorial - Media, Content and Consciousness
(publication date Nov 16, 2018)
Visual Communication Through New Media: Analysis of Communication Through Instagram Among Young Adults
(publication date Feb 8, 2017)
Publication Description New Media: Issues & Impact on Society
Political Communication through Animation: An Analysis of the Representation of Minority Communities in Walt Disney's Zootopia
(publication date Feb 8, 2017)
Publication description New Media: Issues & Impact on SocietyGrowth of animation industry in Bangalore: An Exploration
(publication date Jan 1, 2008) Publication description Global Media Journal
Presented a paper on 'E-craftivism: a new terrain of social media' at the AMIC conference held in Malaysia, July 2012.
Presented a paper on 'Virtual reality' at the National Seminar on 'Convergence Technology and its Impact on Media, St. Xavier's College, Goa. (2008)
Dr. ANISHA NISHANTH
- DesignationAssociate Professor
- Email anishakumaran@nitte.edu.in
- Contact No.7676565368
- Joining date 17-08-2015
PhD, MS Communication
Joined Nitte Institute of Communication in 2015 and has a teaching experience of 12 years. PhD was awarded by the University of Mysore in the year 2019 and Post Graduate was obtained from Christ (Deemed to be University) Bangalore. Prior to Joining NitteDU, served as Head of the Department (Journalism) in Besant Women’s College Mangalore and taught at the University of Mysore.
UGC-JRF, NET Qualified
Communication Research, Communication and Media Theories, Media Laws and Ethics, Print and Magazine Journalism
Published PhD. thesis on the topic "Paradigm Shift in Education - A study of Technological Intervention in Journalism and Mass Communication Education in India under the guidance of Dr. Niranjan Vanalli.
Published paper "Study on the nature, scope and relevance of Web 2.0 in Journalism and role of students and teachers in Education" in the Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research, Vol 6,I 6B752-E757
Presented and published a paper in the multidisciplinary online journal "Jnanavardhini" with "ISSN 2456 7647, Acharya Institute of Graduate Studies, Bangalore.
Presented and published a paper "Challenges In Technology Planning and Implementation in Journalism Colleges: An Overview" at the National Seminar organized by Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS), Pilani on September 30th & October 1st 2016 Challenges in Technology Planning and Implementation: An Overview with ISBN 9788183602327
Presented and published a paper "A need for model curricula - a Content Analysis of the curriculum of J - Schools in India" at Presidency College, Bangalore with ISBN 97881930003-0-4
Edited book "Media Ethics and Practices" a compilation of papers presented at National seminar "Media Ethics and Practices "at Besant Women's College, Mangalore.
Dr. NESARA KADANAKUPPE
- DesignationAssociate Professor
- Email nesarakadanakuppe@nitte.edu.in
- Contact No.+91 9844206083
- Joining date 01-10-2020
Dr. Nesara Kadanakuppe is serving as Associate Professor, Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, NITTE Institute of Communication, Mangalore, Karnataka. Dr.Nesara joined teaching profession after serving media industry. He was the reporter of leading Kannada daily newspapers, Prajavani and Kannada Prabha the reputed top dailies for over 14 years. He possess both industry and academic experience in great measure enriching his expertise to teach professional course like Journalism and Mass Communication and has proved his mettle as a professional journalist and an academician. His major strength is his enormous knowledge of working on ICT in higher education. Dr. Nesara has studied ICT impact on technical education for Ph.D thesis and was awarded doctoral degree in 2012 from the University of Mysore. He has worked on political, education, science & technology, literature, and development beats in newspapers and has contributed immensely high quality of news coverage. He has a record of unblemished service in media industry upholding public interest and journalism ethics. He has served in news bureaus of Prajavani at Mysore and Mangalore for many years.
- Ph.D in Mass Communication and Journalism
- M.A in Mass Communication and Journalism
- B.A in Mass Communication and Journalism, English Literature and Public Administration
- Associate Professor, Nitte Institute of Communication, Mangaluru (2020 - to date)
- Sr.Reporter, Prajavani Newspaper, Mangaluru-Mysuru (2011-2020)
- Staff Correspondent, Kannada Prabha, Bengaluru- Mysuru (2006-2011)
- • Science and Technology
- Science and Health Communication
- Automobile Journalism
- Peace Journalism
- Print Journalism
- Online Journalism
- Newspaper and Magazine Design
- Investigative Journalism
- Content Management System (CMS)
- Workflow transformation and upgradation
- Education Coverage
- Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Journalism Award, Mysore District Journalist's Association in 2008 for Science Reporting, 2008
- Gold Medal in M.A. Zee Gold Medal in Television Production, University of Mysore, 2009
- Social Media Coordinator, Institution Innovation Council (IIC), NITTE (Deemed to be University)
- Editor, AVISHKARA, Newsletter, Institution Innovation Council (IIC), NITTE (Deemed to be University)
- Member, Nitte Grants Cell, NITTE (Deemed to be University)
- Life Member, Karnataka Working Journalist's Association, Ambedkar Veedhi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560009
- Life Member, Karnataka Journalist's Cooperative Society, Queens Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560051
- News Reporting and Editing
- Newspaper Design
- Introduction to Radio
- Radio Production
- Community Radio
- Development Communication
- Print Journalism
- Web Journalism and Design
- Investigative Journalism
- Science and Health Communication
- The 22nd Annual AMIC CONFERENCE, Yogyakarta, July 4-7,2013. Presented paper on 'Communication Technology and Development- A Study of E-Learning Intervention in Engineering Education in Karnataka, India'.
- Media Interface with Journalists, Resource Person, UGC UPE FA-II, University of Mysore, Mysore, Sept 15, 2017
- Workshop on Feature Writing and Reporting, G.S.Media, Mysore, January 28, 29, 30, 2013.
- Workshop on Editorial Leaders: Harnessing Social Media, Wanifra Academy, New Delhi, August 12, 1, 2015
• UGC-UPE FA-II Vide University Order No. DV 1/599/UPE/2011-12 dated 23-6-2017 has granted financial assistance to work in the area of 'Media and Social Development - A Case Study of Karnataka' to Development. Topic: Environmental Challenges of Developing Ranganatittu Bird Sanctuary at Srirangapattana, Mandya District. Grant: Rs. 1.5 Lakhs.
• Media, Social Development and RTE of Karnataka State. Research Assistance, UGC, University with Potential Excellence Focus Area 2, University of Mysore
- ICT Intervention in Higher Education - A Case Study, International conference proceedings- Transformational Communication and the New Asia, AMIC, Indonesia July 4-7, 2013
- Communication Technology and Development - A Study of E-learning Intervention in Engineering Education in Karnataka, India, Journal of Media and Social Development, Volume.2, Issue 3 ISSN-2320-8244 (Print Version), ISSN -2581- 334X (Online), UGC CARELIST - 64317
- Exit Polls in 2020 Bihar Assembly Elections: Evaluation of Credibility in Poll Predictions, Communication for Social Change 4th National Media Conclave, Nov 20, 2020, ISBN: 978-93-5437-280-3
- Teaching Peace Journalism in Journalism Courses - An Indian Perspective, Monograph Indian Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi Government of India Publication January 2021
- Media and Social Development - Mandya- Hassan District Level Report, Published Research Report Copyright@ Prasaranga, University of Mysore Publication Division, 2018, UGC UPE Funded, ISBN 978-93-5351-518-8
- Media and Social Development - Koppal- Raichur-Yadgir District Level Report, Published Research Report, Copyright@ Prasaranga, University of Mysore Publication Division, 2018, UGC UPE Funded, ISBN 978-93-5351-980-3
- Media and Social Development - Mandya- Kodagu- District Level Report, Published Research Report, Copyright@ Prasaranga, University of Mysore Publication Division, 2018, UGC UPE Funded, ISBN 978-93-5351-703-8
- Media and Social Development - Hassan - Uttara Kannada District, Published Research Report, Copyright@ Prasaranga, University of Mysore Publication Division, 2018, UGC UPE Funded, ISBN 978-93-5361-099-9
- Media and Social Development - Case Studies- Development - Different Paths; Kannada, Published Research Report, Copyright@ Prasaranga, University of Mysore Publication Division, 2018 UGC UPE Funded, ISBN 978-93-5351-518-8
Radio Programs:
- Challenges for teachers in modern day, All India Radio, National - Talk in English, August 30, 2021. 9.00pm
Dr TAPASWI H M
- DesignationAssistant Professor Grade - II
- Email tapaswi.hm@nitte.edu.in
- Contact No.99729 82188
- Joining date 01-09-2020
Hailing from a culturally vibrant town called Heggodu, studied interdisciplinary humanities. My doctoral research reflects my interest in Kannada theatre performance and aesthetics. Other areas of interest are Western and Indian Philosophy, Aesthetics and Philosophy of Arts, Ritual Performances and Everyday Aesthetics. Also working as Regional Editor for an initiative called Barefoot Philosophers.
MA (English), MA (Philosophy), PhD
II Rank in MA (English), Best Presenter Award, Best Paper
Award at Rainbow: Re-imagining Sexuality Conference
English Language, Overview of Indian Culture and Arts,
Constitution of India and Professional Ethics
PUBLICATIONS
Journals (Indexed)
"Reconsidering Performativity, Performance and Imagination: A Possibility in Erasing the Difference," Rupkatha Journal on Interdisciplinary Studies in Humanities, Vol. 10, No. 1, (2018): 29-36.
"Bhuta Kola Ritual Performance: Locating Aesthetics in Collective Memory and Shared Experience," co-authored with Dr. Meera Baindur, in Asian Theatre Journal, University of Hawaii Press, Vol. 36, No. 2, (2019): 395-415.
"Everyday Aesthetics in Indian Cultural Communities," Rupkatha Journal on Interdisciplinary Humanities, Vol. 11, No. 3, (2019): 1-12.
Journal (Non-Indexed)
"Yakshajagat Sarvam Chittanimayam: Chittani Ajaanigondu Nudinamana [in Kannada]", Matukate, 124 (2018).
Journals (Non-indexed) (Translated to Kannada):
"Kattu Kalachuttale Hogibittaru, [in Kannada] by Ramu Ramanathan," Matukate, 98, (2011): "Eradu Vastuchitragalu [in Kannada], by Himamshu Burte," Deshakala, (2011).
CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
A Session on "Saundarya Samīkṣa," in the Summer School on Indian Philosophy, 13 July to 17 July, Manipal Centre for Philosophy and Humanities.
"Imagining a Male actor as a Female Character?" in Rainbow: Re-imagining Sexuality Conference, February 18, 2017, Centre for Women's Studies, Manipal Centre for Philosophy and Humanities, Manipal.
"Theatre, Community and Aesthetics," in UnderstandingSocial Issues in Global India conference, November 17, 2017,Manipal Centre for Philosophy and Humanities, Manipal.
UTSHA SARKAR
- DesignationAssistant Professor - Grade I
- Email utsha.sarkar@nitte.edu.in
- Contact No.9818945266
- Joining date 01-09-2021
B.A. History Hons, Ramjas College, University of Delhi
M.A. Media and Communication; Specialisation - Film Studies, Manipal School of Communication NTA-UGC-NET Qualified Assistant Professor
M.A. Media and Communication; Specialisation - Film Studies, Manipal School of Communication NTA-UGC-NET Qualified Assistant Professor
Film Studies, Film History, Film Theory, Genre Studies, Sports Journalism
- Outstanding Achievement Award for the short film Investigations of A Dog - Tagore International Film Festival
- Outstanding Achievement Award - Calcutta International Cult Film Festival
- Alternative Film Festival - Nominated for Best Student Short category
Successfully completed and defended my Master's dissertation on the subject of Indian Biopics.
PRAKASH K
- DesignationAssistant Professor Grade - I
- Email prakash.k@nitte.edu.in
- Contact No.89048 17944
- Joining date 05-10-2021
BA – Psychology, Criminology, and English literature. School of Social Work, Roshni Nilaya, Mangalore.
MA – Mass Communication and Journalism, School of Communication, Manipal
Diploma in Theatre Studies, Ninasam Institute of Theatre Studies, Heggodu
MA – Mass Communication and Journalism, School of Communication, Manipal
Diploma in Theatre Studies, Ninasam Institute of Theatre Studies, Heggodu
Research/Academic Interests
Advertising, Corporate Communication, Radio, Production, Documentary, Theatre, Philosophy, Language, Culture and Psychology
Advertising, Corporate Communication, Radio, Production, Documentary, Theatre, Philosophy, Language, Culture and Psychology
Corporate Communication, Public Relations, Introduction to Radio, Radio Production.
Completed Post Graduate dissertation on
'Tulu theatre now and then: An effort to understand the transition in Tulu theatre'
KIRAN THINGALAYA
- DesignationGuest Faculty, Advertising Manager, Nitte
- Email kiran@nitte.edu.in
- Contact No.9901906474
- Joining date 01-08-2014
MA (Mass Communication & Journalism)
Dr TMA Pai Endowment Gold Medal for standing first in MA (Mass Communication & Journalism), Mangalore University
Advertising & PR, Event Management, History of Media
