On October 17, 2024, the Department of English Language and Literature at Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) welcomed Prof. Madya Dr. Raihanah Mohd Mydin from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia for an insightful academic sharing session. Held in the FBS UNP Auditorium, the event gathered students, faculty, and researchers eager to learn about “Current Issues in Literary Research,” presented by Prof. Madya. Dr. Raihanah.
Prof. Dr. Raihanah’s session explored emerging trends and challenges in literary studies, focusing on how modern social issues are reflected in contemporary literature. Attendees actively engaged in discussions on the relevance of literary research in understanding global perspectives and the interdisciplinary nature of current literary studies.
The session, aimed at expanding academic horizons and promoting cross-border scholarly exchange, was warmly received, leaving participants inspired to delve deeper into their literary pursuits. The department expressed gratitude to Prof. Dr. Raihanah for her valuable insights, marking the event as a memorable contribution to the university’s academic environment. (HY)