Karnataka University makes history by appointing first Transgender Guest Lecturer

In a historic move for the university, K N Renuka Pujar, 27, became the first transgender guest lecturer at Vijayanagara Sri Krishnadevaraya University in Karnataka. Renuka’s appointment is a testament to her perseverance and the encouragement she got from her family and the university’s academic staff.

K N Renuka Pujar is the first transgender person to be appointed as a guest lecturer at a Karnataka institution, marking a significant step towards inclusivity. The 27-year-old’s historic accomplishment represents a major turning point in the advancement of academic equality. Earlier this month, Pujar joined the Kannada Department at the Nandihalli campus of Vijayanagara Sri Krishnadevaraya University. Kurugodu, in the Ballari district, is home to Renuka Pujar, who revealed her inspirational journey to reach this milestone. I’m overjoyed. I’ve made it to this point after much effort.

She disclosed that she started the transition process in 2017 while in her second year of graduation and finished her post-graduation studies in 2022, earning an MA in Kannada. Additionally, she credited her parents’ steadfast support who are from an agricultural family for her accomplishment.

The Selection Procedure

According to university administrators, Pujar stood out among the 30 applicants for the guest lecturer job due to her great performance during the lecture presentation, good qualifications, and high grades. The selecting committee unanimously approved her for this.

Motivating Others To Pursue Their Dreams

As a representation of hope and tenacity, Renuka Pujar’s appointment opens the door for more transgender people to pursue school and realize their dreams. It is a step in the direction of representation and diversity in academics. Her story serves as a testament to the value of education, the strength of willpower, and the ability of community support to overcome obstacles.

Her narrative serves as a ray of light, inspiring other transgender people to pursue their aspirations and work for a more promising and accepting future.