Head, Department of Social Sciences
Dr. Swathi Shivanand is Assistant Professor of Social Sciences at DLHS, MAHE-Blru. She is an interdisciplinary historian with research interests in post-independence development trajectories of contemporary India, with specific focus on gender, labour, urban and the region.
Subjects Currently Teaching
| Subject | Semester / Year |
|---|---|
| History | II Semester |
| History | III Semester |
| Common Course | II Semester |
| History | IV Semester |
| History | V Semester |
Academic Qualifications
| Degree | Specialisation | Institute | yearOfPassing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. | History | Centre for Historical Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University | 2020 |
| M.Phil. | Social Sciences | Centre for Studies in Social Sciences, Calcutta | 2014 |
| M.A. | Development Studies | Tata Institute of Social Sciences | 2010 |
| P.G Diploma in Journalism | Print Journalism | Asian College of Journalism | 2006 |
Experience
| Institution / Organisation | Designation | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Alternative Law Forum | Research Consultant | 2020-2022 |
| Centre for Policy Research | Research Associate | 2011-2012 |
| Indian Institute of Human Settlements | Associate | 2010-2011 |
| The Hindu | Staff Reporter | 2006-2008 |