The Department of Languages, under Presidency School of Liberal Arts and Sciences, successfully organised a Foreign Language Orientation Program on July 8, 2025. The event aimed at familiarising first-year students with the academic and cultural value of learning foreign languages. The event was thoughtfully curated for the students of the schools of Commerce, Law, and Design, recognising the importance of global competencies in today’s professional world. As part of the orientation, three sessions were conducted, each highlighting three foreign languages offered—Japanese, German, and French.

The German language session was conducted by Ms. Asha A. Menon, who introduced students to the structural nuances of the language, its relevance in European commerce and engineering, and opportunities for higher education and employment in German-speaking countries.

The French session, led by Dr. Linda Barbara Foote, explored the cultural richness, literary heritage, and global presence of the French language. Dr. Foote engaged students with stories of France’s intellectual and artistic legacy while also emphasising the language’s global utility across diplomacy, fashion, hospitality, and international relations.

The Japanese language session was facilitated by Mr. N. Madhukar, Mr. Shun Takahashi, Ms. Lalitha Kini, and Ms. Ayame, experts from Cognition Edge, a Japanese language training company. They introduced students to the Japanese language and culture through live demonstrations and cultural anecdotes. They also gave an overview of how Japanese language skills can benefit students across design, business, and legal fields, especially in the context of growing Indo-Japanese ties.

The program emphasised the university's dedication to promoting global awareness and intercultural sensitivity through foreign language education. By highlighting the long-term benefits of language learning, the orientation encouraged students to see it as both a skill and a gateway to global opportunities. It was well-received by students and faculty, signalling a strong start to the university’s efforts in transnational education.