Department of English

TALK BY FIONA SHAW

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Fiona Shaw, acclaimed for her role in Harry Potter and her extensive work with the
Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre, shared her remarkable journey
with us.

TALK BY MANUKA WIJESINGHE 

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Manuka Wijesinghe, the author of Monsoons and Potholes, Theravada Man, Sinhala
Only and Like Moths to a Flame spoke about her journey of writing, editing and
publishing.

DEPARTMENT EVENTS

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Our department hosts cheerful potluck parties with great food, music, games and
karaoke, bringing everyone together for fun celebrations!

ACADEMIC WRITING MONTH

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#AcWriDoE is a writing initiative that takes place in November where individuals
challenge themselves to achieve a personally defined writing objective.