KCK hosts seminar to foster academic excellence

Kohima College Kohima (KCK) held its Institutional Seminar 2025 at the college’s Conference Hall on June 21, organised by the Research and Development Cell.
According to a press release, faculty members from various departments presented research papers on wide-ranging topics including ecofeminism, traditional architecture, digital behaviour, indigenous languages, and identity politics.
Dr. Limayangla Pongener and Diezenuo Tase (Asst. Professors, English Dept) presented the first paper on “Eco-Feminism in Folklore about Nature, Foraging and Agriculture among the Angami Women of Kohima Village”. It explored links between ecology, gender roles, and sustainability through local folklore and myths.
The second paper on “Traditional Angami Architecture” was delivered by Megosie-ü Khate (Minor Project Team A), focusing on documenting and analysing the significance of traditional Naga structures and changes over time.
Dr. Evothung Ezung (Assoc. Prof, Economics Dept), principal investigator of Minor Project Team B, presented a study on the impact of social media on college students’ academic performance, mental health, and behaviour. He highlighted both the advantages and downsides of social media usage.
Asst. Prof. Aosangla Longkumer (Sociology Dept) shared a study on student voting behaviour in Kohima district. The paper identified the influence of personal beliefs, peer interaction, and political awareness in student elections.
Another paper, by Assoc. Prof. Mhasivilie Zhale (Tenyidie Dept), highlighted “Popular Idioms Related to Hunting” and the richness of the Tenyidie language. He stressed the need to preserve such expressions that reflect cultural identity and wisdom.
Asst. Prof. Lona Katiry (Education Dept) presented her work on “Work-Life Balance and Hobbies,” emphasising the mental health benefits of hobbies and encouraging individuals to treat them as essential to well-being. The final paper was delivered by Asst. Prof. Dr. Ketoukhrieü (Political Science Dept) on “The Politics of Recognition” focusing on the identity assertion of the Tikhir Nagas and the role of state structures in that process.
The seminar was chaired by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Eunice Alinger (History Dept), who encouraged a strong research culture and scholarly collaboration in higher education institutions.