Annual Translation Day and Magazine & Book Launch-2023
The Department of Translation Studies at the University of Jaffna celebrated its Annual Translation Day on March 6th, 2024, with immense enthusiasm and active participation from distinguished guests, faculty, and students. The event was designed to showcase the remarkable talents and innovative projects of students in the field of translation studies, while also fostering a spirit of academic and cultural exchange
The day commenced at 9.00 am with an exhibition featuring innovative projects by students from all academic levels within the Department of Translation Studies. These projects ranged from exhibits to court interpretation and short film, showcasing the breadth of talent within the department. The formal program commenced at 2:10 pm with lighting of the traditional oil lamp and the singing of the Tamil anthem, symbolising the start of a day filled with cultural richness and academic excellence. A captivating welcome dance performance by first-year Translation Studies students mesmerised the audience and set a vibrant tone for the event. Professor S. Srisatkunarajah,Vice-Chancellor delivered an inspiring speech , commending the students for their dedication and hard work, and wished them continued success in their academic pursuits.
Dr. Guruparan, Senior Lecturer and Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, launched his maternity book, which was reviewed by Dr. Prageeth, Senior Registrar and Gynaecologist, during the event. And the highlight is that the book was translated by Ms.R.Priyanadhi, Lecturer (Prob),Department of Translations studies from Sinhala to Tamil.The book’s value and general advice for the public were highlighted.
The magazine “Translator Issue VI” was unveiled, with reviews in Tamil and Sinhala by Mr. Wimal Swaminathan, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Linguistics, and in English by Mr.Shanmuganathan, Head, Department of English Language Teaching. Prof.S.Raguram, Dean ,Faculty of Arts, pledged support for students, promising assistance with CAT tools and access to the language laboratory to enhance their learning experience. He also encouraged our students to make such innovative ideas in future. A certificate awarding ceremony honoured the winners of the Annual Translation Day 2023 competitions, (from Tamil to English and vice versa and Sinhala to Tamil and vice versa) recognizing their outstanding contributions and achievements.
The day concluded with various cultural performances, including a music event by 3rd-year 2nd-semester students, a debate on the complexity of literary versus non-literary translation judged by Mr. S. Sundareswaran ,Visiting Lecturer,Department of Translation Studies,University of Jaffna and a musical performance by 2nd-year students.Assistant lecturers’ musical performance added colours to the event.
The Best Batch of the Year was awarded to the 2nd-year students to encourage them, highlighting their exceptional performance and dedication.
The formal events concluded with a vote of thanks by Ms.R.Keshalini ,Secretary,Translation Studies Association ,expressing gratitude to all participants followed by a group photograph session with the academic staff of the Department of Translation Studies.
