Job Achievement of Mr. Vijaya Kumar R.

Dear All, 

We are delighted to inform you that Mr. Vijaya Kumar R., a graduate of the MLIS program (2020-2022 batch) and an alumnus of the Department of Library & Information Science at Central University of Tamil Nadu, Thiruvarur, has been appointed as a Library cum Information Assistant at the Rashtriya Raksha University, Puducherry Campus. He joined the service on 15th July 2024.

The Department extends its heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Vijaya Kumar R. on this accomplishment and wishes him continued success in his future endeavors.

Special Lecture on Open Access Week 2024@DLIS, CUTN

Dear All,

This is to inform you that the Department of Library and Information Science, Central University of Tamil Nadu, celebrated International Open Access Week 2024 by organizing a seminar on the theme "Open Source Software and Community Development" on 29th October 2024 (Tuesday) at 2:30 PM in the Smart Classroom of the Department. Dr. Thiyagarajan P., Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science, CUTN, was invited as the speaker and delivered a lecture on “Open Source Software in Libraries.”

The program commenced with a welcome address by Dr. K. G. Sudhier, Assistant Professor in the Department of Library and Information Science, CUTN, Thiruvarur, who emphasized the significance of open access, followed by a brief introduction of the resource person.

Prof. S. Thanuskodi, Head of the Department of Library and Information Science at CUTN, presented a welcome gift to Dr. P. Thiyagarajan as a special gesture. Dr. Thiyagarajan delivered a lecture on the topic "Open Source Software for Libraries," where he emphasized the importance of open-source software and community development in fostering collaboration and promoting digital inclusivity. He discussed popular open-source software alternatives, highlighting their benefits and applications, particularly in the field of library science. Dr. Thiyagarajan also presented real-world examples of successful open-source projects, including Linux.

The lecture was coordinated by Dr. K.G. Sudhier, Assistant Professor in the Department of Library and Information Science at the Central University of Tamil Nadu, Thiruvarur, and was attended by first- and third-semester PG students, research scholars, and LIS faculty members. The session concluded with a formal vote of thanks delivered by Ms. Ananya Boruah, a third-semester MLIS student.

Below are some glimpses of the program:

Department thanks to all who attended the program and shared their valuable time with us.

Job Achievement of Mr. Shashikumar Banoth

Dear All, 

We are pleased to inform you that Mr. Shashikumar Banoth, a graduate of the MLIS program (2021-2023) and an alumnus of the Department of Library & Information Science at Central University of Tamil Nadu, Thiruvarur, has been appointed as a Library Officer (in Grade 4) at the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) Hyderabad. 

The Department extends its heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Shashikumar Banoth on this accomplishment and wishes him continued success in his future endeavors.

Celebrating Open Access Week 2024@DLIS CUTN

Dear All, 

This is to inform you that the Department of Library & Information Science at Central University of Tamil Nadu is organizing a seminar to celebrate International Open Access Week 2024. Dr. Thiagarajan P., Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at CUTN, will be invited as the speaker to deliver a talk on "Open-Source Software and Community Development" on October 29, 2024, at 2:30 PM in the Smart Classroom of the Department of Library & Information Science, CUTN.

All are invited to attend the program and enhance their knowledge about open-source software and its role in community development.

One-Day Awareness Program on Research Data Management

Dear All,

This is to inform you that the Department of Library & Information Science at Central University of Tamil Nadu, Thiruvarur, is organizing a one-day awareness program on Research Data Management in collaboration with INFLIBNET Centre, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, on November 25, 2024. The program is sponsored by DataCite-GAF.

Major Topics

The program will cover major topics such as: Research Data Management, Data Management Plans (DMP) and General Practices for Researchers, Metadata and Policy Framework, DataCite and the Role of Persistent Identifiers (PIDs), and the National Research Data Repository.

Target Audience

The program is intended for researchers, data managers, librarians, funding agencies, and other stakeholders involved in research data management.

Program Date and Duration

November 25, 2024@10:00 AM onwards. The duration of the program is one day in offline mode.

Registration Fee

There is no registration fee to attend the program.

Registration

Applications for registration should be submitted online on or before November 19, 2024. Each participant must submit a nomination letter from the head of their department, institute, or research guide while registering online.

Accommodation

There is no accommodation or transportation facility provided by the host institution or program organizers.

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