Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Research and Paper Publications with ISBN and ISSN
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Dr. Densingh Rajan J

Dr. Densingh Rajan J

Vice Principal, Ananda College - Devakottai
Devakottai

Summary

Dedicated academic leader with over ten years of experience as teaching faculty in the Department of Social Work at Ananda College, Devakottai. A Catholic priest of the Sivagangai Diocese, blending theological expertise with a strong foundation in social sciences and development studies. Proven skills in research, academic administration, conference organization, and student mentorship enhance the ability to foster an engaging and supportive learning environment. Committed to advancing educational excellence and promoting social justice through innovative teaching methodologies and community involvement.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Vice Principal

Ananda College, Devakottai
06.2025 - Current

Coordinating the Research and Development Committee.

Organizing Staff Ability Enhancement Programs.


Teaching Faculty, Department of Social Work

Ananda College, Devakottai
06.2016 - Current
  • Conducting undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Social Work.
  • Supervising student research and internships.
  • Encouraging active participation in national and international conferences.

Dean of Academics

Ananda College, Devakottai
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Overseeing academic operations, curriculum planning, and student performance strategies.
  • Mentoring faculty members and organizing internal academic events.

IQAC – Coordinator

Ananda College, Devakottai
01.2021 - 01.2023

Successfully submitted three AQARs in the NAAC portal.

Conducting an academic audit in all the departments.

Head – Department of Social Work

Ananda College, Devakottai
01.2017 - 01.2023

Organizing workshops and conferences.

Arranging a rural camp and study tour.


Education

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Social Work

Madurai Kamaraj University
Tamil Nadu
10.2024

M.Phil. - Social Work

Loyola College
Chennai
01.2015

Master of Social Work - Social Work

Loyola College
Chennai
01.2014

Master of Sociology - undefined

Madurai Kamaraj University
Tamil Nadu
01.2010

Master of Christian Studies - undefined

University of Madras
Tamil Nadu
01.2004

Skills

Leadership in academic administration

Certification

NPTEL Certification: Development Research Methods - 2019

References

Available upon request.

Research and Paper Publications with ISBN and ISSN

  • Authored a Book
  • Study on Socio-Economic and Health Status of Inter-State Migrants Working in Chennai, Lambert Publications, 2018.
  • Research Articles
  • Study of Socio-Economic and Cultural Status of the Families of Inter-National Migrants Residing in Ramanathapuram District, Tamil Nadu, India. International Journal of Research and Science (2018).
  • Grass-Roots Philanthropists: Promoting Solidarity With the COVID-19 Pandemic-Hit People. International Journal of Aquatic Science (2021).
  • COVID-19 and Philanthropy: A Model of Sustainable Development. The Journal of Oriental Research Madras (2021).
  • Philanthropy: An Overview of Its Dimensions. IJCRT (2024).
  • Institutional Values Promoting Equity on Gender and Divyangjan Equilibriums in Higher Educational Institutions. Proceedings of the NAAC Sponsored National Conference (2023).
  • Exploring the Nexus between Substance Abuse and Mental Health Issues Resulting with Criminal Offences – Social Glance – a journal of Social Science and Humanities. LISSTAR Loyola College -Chennai (2024)
  • Disaster and Philanthropy – Proceedings of the international Conference on Environment and the Sustainable Futures at Stella Maris College (2019).
  • Played the Role as one of the editors
  • Proceedings of the International Conferences STUDENT MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE: A GROWING CONCERN Archers and Elevators Publishing House First Edition 2024 ISBN: 978-81-19653-83-6
  • Conferences and Events Organized as the Organizing Secretary
  • International Conference on Human Rights – Organized to promote awareness and dialogue.
  • National Conference on Students' Mental Health – Focused on mental health and its nexus with Substance Abuse.

Timeline

Vice Principal

Ananda College, Devakottai
06.2025 - Current

Dean of Academics

Ananda College, Devakottai
01.2023 - 01.2025

IQAC – Coordinator

Ananda College, Devakottai
01.2021 - 01.2023

Head – Department of Social Work

Ananda College, Devakottai
01.2017 - 01.2023

Teaching Faculty, Department of Social Work

Ananda College, Devakottai
06.2016 - Current

M.Phil. - Social Work

Loyola College

Master of Social Work - Social Work

Loyola College

Master of Sociology - undefined

Madurai Kamaraj University

Master of Christian Studies - undefined

University of Madras

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Social Work

Madurai Kamaraj University
Dr. Densingh Rajan JVice Principal, Ananda College - Devakottai