Fluent in spoken and written Tamil language. Course in Tamil The course aims to introduce you to the historical background of Tamils in different diasporic communities. You will understand ways in which their language and culture were maintained and be introduced to concepts for explaining the changes in Tamil language development. You will also learn about the lifestyle of migrated Tamils in different countries and understand their culture, customs, habits, as well as changes found in the domains of their social life. You will be involved in a small research project and will share via a Hybrid (simultaneously online and offline) International Symposium on Tamil Language, Culture, and Heritage of Diaspora Tamil Communities, held during your Field trip to an ACI country during Recess Week.