Kohima College conducted its Institutional Seminar 2025 at the college's conference hall on June 21.
Kohima, June 21 (MExN): Kohima College, Kohima conducted its Institutional Seminar 2025 at the college's conference hall on June 21. The seminar was organised by Research and Development Cell, Kohima College, and brought together faculty researchers from various departments who presented papers on diverse themes ranging from ecofeminism to traditional architecture, digital behaviour, political identity and indigenous language.
Dr Eunice Alinger, Associate Professor, Department of History, chaired the event and also delivered the opening remarks. She highlighted the increasing importance of research and academic publications in the academic ecosystem, underlining how such platforms help strengthen knowledge, innovation, and scholarly collaboration within institutions.
Dr Limayangla Pongener and Diezenuo Tase, Asst Professors from Department of English presented the paper, titled “Eco-Feminism in Folklore about Nature, Foraging and Agriculture among the Angami Women of Kohima Village” and explored the intersection of ecology, gender, and justice. Drawing from folklore, myth, and lived experiences, the presentation aimed to critique patriarchal and capitalist systems while promoting sustainability, equity, and cultural heritage through literature and storytelling.
Megosie-ü Khate, a member of Minor Project Team A, funded by Department of Higher Education presented on “Traditional Angami Architecture: A Study of Change and Continuity” which examined the architectural heritage of the Angami Nagas. The study aimed to identify, document, and understand the significance and functionality of traditional structures, the driving forces behind architectural changes, and the resulting impact on contemporary Angami communities. Dr Evothung Ezung, Associate Professor, Department of Economics and Principal Investigator of Minor Project Team B (also funded by Department of Higher Education), presented a paper on “The Impact of Social Media on the Academic Performance, Mental Health, and Social Behaviour of College Students in Nagaland.” The study revealed the double-edged nature of social media—while it serves as a useful academic resource and a tool for connectivity, it also poses challenges such as distraction, addiction, and adverse mental health effects among students.
Aosangla Longkumer, Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, presented a research paper titled “Voting Behaviour of Undergraduate Students in Students’ Election: An Interdisciplinary Case Study of Kohima District 2024–2025.” This paper was part of an inter-departmental project and delved into the complex nature of student voting behaviour. It revealed how personal values, peer networks, and socio-political identities shape students’ engagement in electoral processes and stressed the importance of connecting democratic ideals to students’ lived realities within academic institutions.
Mhasivilie Zhale, Associate Professor, Department of Tenyidie, in his paper “Popular Idioms Related to Hunting of Wild Animals and Birds in Tenyidie” showcased the depth and beauty of the Tenyidie language through idiomatic expressions, particularly those related to hunting. Zhale highlighted how the usage of such idioms reflects wisdom, sharpens communication, and reinforces cultural identity. He urged for the preservation and promotion of indigenous languages and expressions that encapsulate traditional knowledge systems.
Lona Katiry, Assistant Professor, Department of Education, presented a thought-provoking paper titled “Understanding Work-Life Balance and the Influence of Hobbies as an Important Component.” Her research underlined the positive influence of hobbies on mental well-being, stress reduction, social interaction, and personal development, encouraging individuals to view hobbies as essential to holistic living rather than mere pastimes.
Dr Ketoukhrieü, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, presented a paper titled “The Politics of Recognition: A Brief Political History of Identity Assertion among the Tikhir Nagas.” This paper, drawn from her ongoing ICSSR Major Research Project titled “Living at the Periphery: Territory, Culture and Identity of the Tikhir Nagas, a scheduled tribe in Nagaland near the Indo-Myanmar Border”, investigated the assertion of a distinct tribal identity. Her research focused on the political processes behind recognition and identity formation among the Tikhirs and their negotiation through state structures and ethnic dynamics.
