Friday 11 December 2015

National Conference on COMMUNICATION RESEARCH IN INDIA: PERSPECTIVES, CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS

Following from Prof. Padma Rani:

National Conference on 
COMMUNICATION RESEARCH IN INDIA
PERSPECTIVES, CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS 
1.       Home
 
SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION
     School of Communication (MIC) – established in 1997 – is a premier Media Institute offering a bouquet of programmes in Media & Communication. The courses/degrees offered range from M.A. Media & Communication to B.A. Media & Communication, M.F.A, BSc. Animation, Ph.D, & other short-term courses. SOC as a media-education monolith today facilitates collaboration by way of exchange programmes with Universities in Germany, France, Netherlands, UK, USA & Australia.
 
 
 
2.       Organizing Committee
 
Chairperson – Dr. Nandini Lakshmikantha
Organizing Secretary – Dr. Padma Rani
Scientific Committee – Mr. Padmakumar, Ms. Maitreyee Mishra
Technical Committee – Dr. Unni Krishnan K, Mr. Praseed N., Ms. Anupa Lewis
Treasurer – Mr. Balaji A.C.
 
3.       About the Conference
 
This Conference, organized by Manipal University's School of Communication, examines the many facets of Communication in India: its growth over the last several decades as well as the prospects and challenges of Communication Research in the country.
 
     India’s media and communication scenario has seen dynamic changes over the last several years. India’s film industry, worth nearly Rs.140 billion is the largest movie producer in the world. The social media have redefined many aspects of life over the last several years. At the same time, despite the growth of digital readership, and challenges from social media, India’s print media have sustained their place. This conference intends to bring together academics, professionals and students engaged in Media and Communication studies to discuss the nuances, characteristics, prospects and challenges of Communication Research in India.
 
SUB –THEMES
§  Journalism & Mass Communication
§  Broadcast Media (TV & Radio)
§  Corporate Communication
§  New Media & Social Media
§  Alternative Media
§  Film Studies & Animation
§  Creative Communication
§  Environment & Development Communication
§  Cultural Studies, Language & Literature
§  Gender & Communication
§  Media Laws & Ethics
§  Other Related Areas
 
4.       Program
 
To be Updated SOON
 
5.       Registration Details
 
Registration fees include -
 
- Registration kit
- Conference Proceedings
- entry to Conference
- Tea, lunch on both the days of the conference
- Gala Dinner on 4th March
- Kit for spot registration will be subject to availability
- The Conference fee may be transferred Online or through DD
 
 
Participation Category
Early Bird Fee
Late Fee
1
 
Presenters: Faculty/
Professionals
Rs. 2,200
(till 20th Jan 2016)
Rs. 3,000
(21st Jan 2016 onwards)
2
Student Presenters
Rs. 800
(till 20th Jan 2016)
Rs. 1,000
(21st Jan 2016 onwards)
 
3
Audience
 
Rs. 800 (till 20th Jan 2016)
Rs. 1,000
(21st Jan 2016 onwards)
 
Kindly note:
 
All authors & co-authors need to register. Rs. 500 extra will be charged for each additional author registration.
The Conference fee may be transferred through DD in favour of ‘Manipal University Conference, A/c No.: 33508958510, State Bank of India, Manipal-576104.
Payment details:
1
Address
Manipal University Conference /Workshop
Finance Department
Manipal University
Manipal 576104
2
Bank Account Number
33508958510
3
Name of the Bank
State Bank of India
4
Branch Name & Address
Manipal Branch
Madhuvan Serai, Ground Floor
Near Smrithi Bhavan
Tiger Circle Manipal 576104
5
Account Type
SB
6
IFSC Code
SBIN0004426
7
MICR Code
576002006
8
SWIFT Code
SBININBB770
 
Please ensure that scanned copy of the remittance details is sent by email to conference.soc@manipal.edu or by post to organizing committee
 
6.       Accommodation
 
- Hotels in and around Manipal
- Students on request may avail Hostel accommodation at nominal fee
 
7.       Manipal
 
Manipal University is ranked 97 in the QS University Ranking – BRICS 2015; and ranked 1st amongst the top private/deemed Universities in India as per Higher Education Review & The WEEK (2015). MU staunchly promulgates the work-ethic of “Global leadership in human development; excellence in education and healthcare.” Further, ranked 1st among ‘Research Publications by Private Universities in India,’ (as per. SCImago Research Group, Spain - 2013) Manipal University is synonymous with world class facilities & distinction in higher education.
 
     Over 28,000 students from 57 different nations study in the University town, nestled in Karnataka’s Udupi District. MU boasts of nearly 2500 faculty and ancillary staff, who cater to the development of various professional institutions in Health Sciences, Engineering, Management, Communication, and Humanities. The University is holarchical in structure, with several campuses spread over the world.
 
 
How To Reach Manipal
 
Manipal is well connected with every major city of Karnataka and neighboring states.
 
Nearest Railway Station: Udupi railway station is located just about 4 kilometers from Manipal city and is well connected with all major cities of India.
Nearest Airport: Mangalore airport is about 60 kilometers by road from Manipal and it is an international airport well connected with Mumbai and Bengaluru. Weather at Manipal in December: Winter at Manipal is quite pleasant and the temperature will be in the range of 200C – 350C (min-max).
 
8.       Contact Us
 
ADDRESS FOR CONTACT
 
The Chairperson
School of Communication
Manipal University
Udayavani Road, Press Corner,
Manipal – 576104, Karnataka, India.
 
Phone :  0820-2922079 extension [232]
 
Mobile :  +91 9686688116
 
 
 


Prof. Padma Rani
Associate Director,
School of Communication; Manipal University,
Manipal-576104 (INDIA)

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