Jammu University opens new journalism and media studies department

Jammu University has opened a new department for journalism and media studies.

Prof Manoj K Dhar, Vice-Chancellor, University of Jammu today inaugurated the Department of Journalism and Media Studies. Speaking on the occasion, Prof Dhar began by dedicating the department to the people of Jammu and also described it as the fulfilment of a long-awaited desire of the civil society of the Jammu region.

Prof Dhar went on to elaborate on his long-term academic and infrastructural vision of the department. He was categorical about the fact that this department is not going to function like any other existing department; all efforts would be made to make it one of the best departments, if not the best one.

In this context, he stated how the domain of journalism is ever-expanding and the role of technology in the domain of media-both print, and electronics.

He pointed out that apart from regular classroom lectures, the courses shall also include the continuous interaction with the best of the journalists available in this country, regular workshops, exposure to the latest technological know-how, special lectures, hands-on-the-job experiments, institutional visit, etc.

He also emphasized that the practical component would be an integral part of the course.

Prof Dhar expressed his gratitude for the help and guidance provided by Sh Manoj Sinha, Hon’ble Governor, J&K and Chancellor, University of Jammu.

Unfolding his larger vision for the Department, Prof. Dhar spoke about the establishment of a Centre for Media Studies which shall comprise Oral History Cell, Language Lab, and Community Radio Station. All these components are also in the final stage of their completion.