Venkata Naga Vamsidhar Kilari

Dynamic resourceful teaching professional with a genuine interest in students’ cognitive and social growth. Actively involved in all areas of education including curriculum development, student career preparation, and community work. Combines a strong passion for English and writing expertise to motivate and inspire students, creating a fun and challenging learning environment. A self-driven leader with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who effectively collaborates with all levels of staff members and fosters quality relationships with students.

Areas of Interests:

• Short stories

• Novels

• 18th Century Literature

• Colonial/New Literature

• African Literature

Bachelor of Arts (1990), Major: English Language & Literature – Nagarjuna University, AP, India

Master of Arts (1993), Major: English Language & Literature – Andhra University, AP, India

Bachelor of Library & Information Sciences (1994) – Andhra University, AP, India

Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) (2008) - University of Cambridge, Tripoli, Libya

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) (2008) – Magadha University, Bodhgaya, India – submitted – thesis titled ‘Subversive Power Relationships in Edgar Allan Poe’s Short Stories’