About Me.
Name: Vickneshwaran Parthiban
Profession: Teacher & Tamil Language Specialist
Current Role: Teacher at Puteri Wangsa Secondary School
Education Summary: Pursuing Master’s in Education (Tamil Language), Sultan Idris Educational University (2022–2025); Bachelor of Education (Tamil Language), Sultan Idris Educational University (2017–2021, First Class Honours, CGPA: 3.88); STPM, Ulu Tiram Secondary School (2015–2016); SPM, Puteri Wangsa Secondary School (2014).
Passion: Preserving and promoting Tamil literature and culture through education, literary contributions, and cultural engagements.
A dedicated educator and Tamil language specialist with a strong commitment to Tamil literature and culture. Vickneshwaran has a multifaceted professional background, including roles as a news presenter, literary project assistant, and tutor. He is actively involved in academic and cultural societies, contributing to Tamil linguistics through conference presentations, journal publications, and literary reviews. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Education at Sultan Idris Educational University. Held significant positions in academic and cultural societies, showcasing leadership in fostering Tamil language and culture.
Experience
- Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM2) News Presenter (Tamil News), 2023–2024. Presented national Tamil-language news broadcasts with clarity and professionalism for a diverse Malaysian audience.
- Tamil Literary Archive – P. Ramu Foundation Assistant Project Director, “Malaiyagathogai” Project, 2022. Assisted in planning, coordination, and execution of a project focused on preserving and promoting classical Tamil literature from the Malaya region.
- Self-Employed Online & Home Tutor, 2021–Present. Conducted personalized tutoring sessions for secondary school students in Tamil language and literature, emphasizing academic improvement and exam readiness.
- SMK Ulu Tiram Practicum Teacher, 2021. Delivered Tamil language lessons, managed classroom dynamics, and developed instructional materials aligned with national curriculum standards.
Education
- Sultan Idris Educational University Master’s in Education (Tamil Language), 2022–2025
- Sultan Idris Educational University Bachelor of Education (Tamil Language), 2017–2021 (First Class Honours, CGPA: 3.88)
- Ulu Tiram Secondary School Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM), 2015–2016
- Puteri Wangsa Secondary School Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), 2014
Key Skills & Focus
- Tamil Language Pedagogy
- Curriculum Development
- Literary Analysis & Research
- Public Speaking & Presentation
- Event Management & Leadership
- Cultural Promotion
Achievements.
Academic Awards
- Anugerah Khas Allahyarham Seeni Naina Mohamed (2022)
- Dean’s List Award (All 8 Semesters, Bachelor of Education)
Leadership Roles
- President, Tamil Language Society, UPSI (2019/2020)
- Vice President, Tamil Language Society, UPSI (2018/2019)
- Executive Committee – Unity and Integration, Student Council of Aminuddin Baki College (2018/2019)
- Executive Committee – Protocol Bureau, Bharathanatyam Cultural Club
Event Directorship
- Director, Kalaicharam 2019 – Cultural Night, Tamil Language Society, UPSI
- Director, SPECTRA 2019 – Seminar and Traditional Dance Competition, UPSI
- Director, Talent Show 2017, organized by PKMI, UPSI
Academic Contributions
Conference Presentations (Published):
"திரையிசைப்பாடல்களின் வழிப் பண்புத்தொகைக் கற்றல் திறனை மேம்படுத்துதல்" - International Conference, Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), India (2019)
Journal Articles (Published):
"வீடும் விழுதுகளும்" எனும் சிறுகதைத் தொகுப்பில் காணப்படும் சமூகவியல் கோட்பாடு ஓர் ஆய்வு - Published in: Tamil Peraivu Journal, University of Malaya (2020) (Link: Tamil Peraivu Journal)
‘எங்கள் தமிழர் இங்கே வந்தார்!’ - Published in: Malaiyagathogai, Tamil Literary Archive – P. Ramu Foundation (2022)
Research Presentations (Unpublished):
"எஸ். பி. எம். தேர்வில் மாணவர்களின் தமிழ்மொழியைத் தேர்வுப் பாடமாகப் பயில்வதில் இடைநிலைப்பள்ளி தமிழாசிரியர்களின் நிர்வகிப்புத் திறன்" - Educational Research Seminar (2020)
"நடமாட்டக் கட்டுப்பாட்டு ஆணையின் போது மென்பொருளின் வழியாக இலக்கணத் திறன் கற்றல் கற்பித்தல்" - Web-based Teaching Session (WebEx) (2020)
Other Scholarly Engagements:
Presenter at multiple national and international academic conferences on Tamil language and literature. Actively involved in academic discussions, literary reviews, and thematic seminars focused on Tamil education and linguistics.
Cultural & Hosting Engagements
- Emcee, Swarna Natchatira Cultural Night, UPSI (2018)
- Host for multiple Indian cultural events and university programs (formal and informal).
School Achievements
SMK Ulu Tiram (STPM):
- Top Scorer in Tamil Language (STPM)
SMK Puteri Wangsa (SPM):
- Head Prefect (2014)
- President, Tamil Language Society (2014)
- Vice President, Yellow House (Sports) (2014)
- Active Committee Member, Kadet Polis
- PRS Akademik, Ikon Jauhari (2014)
- Participant, Tamil Short Story Writing Competition (2014, Organized by JKD Bahasa Tamil, Pasir Gudang District)
Awards and Recognitions
- Gold Award, Science Fiction Short Story Quiz Competition – Iyal Publication (2020)
- Consolation Prize, 27th Literature Competitions, Tan Sri K.R. Soma Language and Literary Foundation, Classical Poem (2019)
- Consolation Prize, Short Story Competition, Puchong Tamil Readers and Writers Association (2022)
Achievements.
Anugerah Khas Allahyarham Seeni Naina Mohamed
Special Award in memory of Allahyarham Seeni Naina Mohamed.
Dean’s List Award
Achieved Dean’s List Award for all 8 semesters at UPSI.
President
Served as President of Tamil Language Society at UPSI, promoting cultural activities.
Vice President
Assisted in leading and managing the Tamil Language Society as Vice President.
Executive Committee
Contributed to student unity and campus integration programs as an executive member.
Executive Committee
Managed event protocols and cultural coordination in the Bharathanatyam Club.
Director
Led and directed the major cultural event Kalaicharam 2019.
Director
Directed and coordinated various cultural events at university level.
My Apps.
Kavidhai Application
A downloadable application focused on Tamil poetry or literature.