Department Society

Department of Geography - Life in the Department

Department of Geography, Miranda House, University of Delhi as an academic environment represents dimensions of modern education. Beyond classrooms, the Geography Society of Miranda House provides a unique experience of sharing, interaction and a platform for academic exchanges including seminars, symposiums, workshops, debates to the students where they share their ideas. The multi-culturalism of the department is reflected in its academic and extracurricular activites. It might be a small part of the student’s life as the three years pass by in a blink, but the students are left with memories for a lifetime. The rich culture of academic vigour with beautiful extracurricular activities is what 'The Geography Society' contributes to the department and college. The Department has its own Student Union that manages department activities under the Guidance of TIC (Teacher-in-charge) and Staff Advisor.The Society hosts a number of programmes throughout the year. It celebrates its annual festival 'GLOBE' with wide participation from students across the University. It includes a range of activities and competitions which is met with enthusiastic participation. Professors and students coordinate and celebrate the events together with great enthusiasm.

Adding to the vibrancy of the department, the Geography Society publishes its annual magazine 'Geographica' which incorporates both Hindi and English sections to make it more inclusive.  An endeavour by students and faculty members,  'Geographica' rightly carries the ideas and creativity of young students, the future Geographers, writers and scholars.The editorial board of the department takes on the task of publishing this magazine every year. It covers a wide variety of themes, ranging from youth action in climate change to pluralistic cultures and identities, presented through articles, travelogues, crossword puzzles and photographs. Every year “Geographica” is designed based on a theme. The entries submitted by Students, across university, are welcomed based on the theme.

Each year, to enhance the practical learning in students and enabling them to apply theoretical knowledge on field second and third year students of department are taken on research field work to different places with distinct physiographic and social economic significance.  However, during the unprecedented times of Covid-19 when field trips could not be conducted, the department conducted online survey of residents of Uttarakhand about their lifestyle changes and challenges they faced during the pandemic. Overall, the department remains engaged in activities that are not only creatively engaging but lead to the holistic growth of the students beyond academics. In the tough times of the pandemic, where students were far and missing the college vibes, the department conducted a Virtual Tour for the students to know about their department, college and University.