Humanities and Social Sciences

He taught Dzongkha in a High School for seven years before joining NRC as an Associate Lecturer. He served in Monastic body as an Internal Auditor as well as an Administrative Officer. Kinley also has experience of working in the Dzongkhag Administration as a Surveyor and an Accountant.

Kinlay has a Master Degree in Buddhist Philosophy from Tango Buddhist College.

As a teacher, he took initiatives to coordinate spiritual activities, orient students to Driglam Namzha and conduct programmes to promote the National Language besides teaching. The wide and rich experience that Kinlay has will help the students to grow into responsible individuals.

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Mr. Dorji played an instrumental role in the establishment of the BA in Political Science and Sociology in 2019, acting as one of the founding members of the programme’s teaching faculty. His dedication and expertise were pivotal to the successful launch of the programme, which admitted an inaugural cohort of 42 students.

In addition to his responsibilities as Associate Dean, Mr. Dorji is an active member of both the College Academic Board and the College Research Committee, where he contributes significantly to the development and implementation of research initiatives within the institution. Furthermore, he serves as the Focal Person for the Erasmus HAPPY Project, underscoring his commitment to fostering international collaboration and facilitating the exchange of knowledge and ideas.

He has also served as Staff Adviser to the Forum for Student Voice, a prominent student decision-making body within NRC. This role has afforded him valuable insights into the needs and aspirations of students, enabling him to facilitate cultivation of an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Mr. Dorji’s commitment to academic excellence is further reflected in his pursuit of advanced training in qualitative research methodologies in the Netherlands and Slovenia. With this advanced training, particularly in narrative and ethnographic studies, combined with a postgraduate certificate, he continues to enhance his research capabilities. His experience, dedication to research, and commitment to student development make Mr. Kuenzang Dorji a valuable asset to the college academic community.

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She is currently pursuing Masters of Philosophy in English Studies (M.Phil.) on ‘Dialectics of Care: An Ecofeminist Analysis of Arundhati Roy’s Select Non-fiction’ from Christ (deemed to be university), India. She has presented her research papers in a number of national and international seminars in India.

Before joining NRC Ms Paul worked as an Assistant Editor—ELT with Encyclopaedia Britannica India Pvt. Ltd (Indiannica Learning Pvt. Ltd.), India. She has worked with Indian Institute of Mass Communication, India as a Research Associate on the project, ‘Capacity Building in Communicating Science and Biosafety’. Ms Paul, in addition, has the experience of working as a travel writer (trainee) with Srishti Publications Pvt. Ltd., India. She has also worked as an English Teacher and Conversation Partner with Lha Charitable Trust, India.

Ms Paul’s believes in utilizing her varied work experience across governmental, non-governmental, corporate, and private sectors in shaping her teaching abilities as per the students’ needs. Her objective is to motivate her students to develop their own learning interests and critical thinking so as to establish a learner-centered environment in the classroom.

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He started his teaching profession as a high school teacher from 2007 to 2015. From 2016 to 2019, worked as a lecturer in Gedu Business College (GBS).Lopen Pema carries a research paper in his name and has a keen interest in bringing research to enrich his teaching and contribute to the research culture at NRC.   Currently, he is earnestly working on his new research titled:  “Source and Origin of Dzongkha Language.”

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His research interests in Development Studies covers climate change, culture and society, and education, with a particular focus on the impacts of climate change on high-altitude herders in Bhutan, annual rituals, and rural interactions between deities and villagers. He is currently conducting research on Multispecies Migration in the Climate-Changed Himalayas, funded by ICIMOD Himalayan University Consortium in collaboration with Royal Thimphu College.

In addition to his academic and research engagements, he is a Himalayan collaborator in the Pandemic Narratives of Tibet and the Himalayas project. He also serves as a member of the Review Panel for the BSc in Sustainable Development programme at the College of Natural Resources, Royal University of Bhutan.

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Passang pursued her Masters research on a very interesting topic “Modernity and the Patrons of Drayang.” Thus, her academics, complimented with her research experience would have a far-reaching impact on teaching and learning experience with her students.

Currently Passang serves in the capacity of Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Political Science and Sociology at Norbuling Rigter College.

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As a part of his Master’s Programme, Namgay carried out research on Overview on Growth and Development of Bhutanese Economy. Thus, the combination of his research experience and academic credential complimented by his commitment and willingness to learn fosters his credibility to enrich academic and personal development and growth of his students.

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As a part of his Master’s Programme, Dorji carried out research project on “Quality of Life and Wellbeing of Elderly people in Urban Area of Bhutan”.

At NRC, he is a Member of the Examination Unit and Staff Advisor to Waste Management Club.

Combination of his research experience and academic credential complimented by his commitment and willingness to learn fosters his credibility to enrich academic and personal development and growth of students.

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She worked as a programme developer in the Department of Curriculum and Professional Development, MoE. She also taught at Sheruntse College, Kanglung as an adjunct faculty.

Mrs. Chhimi Wangmo has two publications: A Resource Book for Training of Trainers of Primary School Principals on Place Based Education Approach and Bringing Curriculum into Place: Place Based Education in Practice, A Teacher Guidebook on the Implementation of Place Based Education Approach in Bhutan.

Mrs. Chhimi Wangmo also carries with her the experiences of a school teacher and the school principal. Combination of her leadership and academic experiences will deeply contribute to the academic and personal development of the students.

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After completing his B.Ed programme at the National Institute of Education in Samtse, he was placed at Zhemgang High School in July 1990. With a year and half of teaching there, he was promoted as the Assistant Principal soon after which he was given the opportunity to pursue Master’s Degree in education at the University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Canada in 1993 and completed it towards the end of 1994. No sooner had he joined Zhemgang HSS than he was transferred as the Vice Principal of Drugyel High School in 1995 where he also taught English to XI and XII students. At the end of 1998, he was sent to Damphu High School on promotion transfer as the Principal there. He was the one to revive Damphu Junior School which was closed down due to 1990 uprising in the south to a new Higher Secondary School. Damphu High School soon became one of the most performing schools in those days. He was then transferred to Dagana Dzongkhag as the District Education Officer (DEO) in 2002. As the DEO, he established eight new schools on top of the eight schools which were already existing and he was also instrumental in implementing the devolvement of power to the people by His Majesty the Great Fourth – by serving as the Dzongkhag Chief Election Officer during the Gup election using ballot boxes. Following Dasho Pema Thinley’s policy of DEO and principal posts being inter-changeable that time, he was posted to Samtse HSS as the principal there in 2006. He established the new high school which was just bifurcated from the then existing Lower Secondary School. The school soon became one of the most popular and successful schools at that time.

In the beginning of 2010, he was hand-picked as the Chief Curriculum Officer to head the then Curriculum and Professional Support Services Division (CAPSSD) under the Ministry of Education. At the CAPSSD, he was charged with the responsibility to upgrade it to a department called Department of Curriculum Research and Development (DCRD). Soon after that he was transferred to Bhutan Council for School Examinations and Assessment (BCSEA) as the Chief Research Officer. Through a selection interview, he was promoted to the post of Secretary of Examinations at BCSEA in 2013. At BCSEA, he brought about several streamlining and reforms in assessment and examination in the school education system of Bhutan. Towards the end of 2016, he was transferred as the Director of the Royal Education Council in Paro which was just beginning to get established. As the new Director, he not only established the agency but he also brought about many major curriculum reforms in four years despite the huge COVID-19 disruptions in the education system worldwide. The response to COVID-19 in terms of curriculum development and instruction was phenomenal. In 2020, he was promoted as the Director General and towards the end of 2021, he was promoted and sent to National Council of Bhutan as the Secretary General. March 2022, after having served six months at the National Council, he voluntarily resigned from service under the Special Retirement Scheme where he was paid salary for 24 months after retirement.

Besides the regular employment experience as shown above, he also served as Board Member for Programme Quality Control Board (PQC), RUB; Higher Education Accreditation Board, MoE; Tertiary Education Board, MoE; and Curriculum Board, MoE, among others.

He also served as the External Examiner (SCE and PCE); Programme Reviewer (SCE) and held other additional posts such as General Secretary for Dzongkhag Sports Association and Chief Election Officer, Dagana, and the like. He received several awards including the Civil Service Award (Gold and Silver Medals).

He attended many in-country seminars and short-term trainings that included Bhutan Executive Service Training (BEST-3) conducted by RIGSS and RCSC, Executive Forum conducted by RCSC, and Management Training conducted by RIM. He also attended various international level seminars/ short-term training in Canada, Malaysia, Australia, Sri Lanka, India, and so forth.

His publication and editorial work included some research papers, school curriculum materials including school textbooks (2016-2021), moderation of high-stakes examination papers (BHSEC and BCSE – 2012-2015), among many others.

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He conducted his Masters research on “Understanding the Practice of Menstrual Taboos Amongst People in Southern Bhutan”. The research focused on the practice and existence of menstruation taboos that are widespread in both Buddhist and Hindu cultures in the Southern part of Bhutan. His research interests are in the field of gender studies, sexual and reproductive health, community development and environmental issues.With his research experience, Puran Gurung will be definitely enrich the learning of his students.

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Her academic pursuits encompass a diverse spectrum, from examining social concerns like body image and self-esteem to delving into the realm of small state diplomacy, with Bhutan serving as a prominent case study.

Her commitment to academics and learning will enrich the classroom experience of her students.

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He taught Dzongkha in a High School for seven years with high degree of professional commitment and performed outstandingly well before joining NRC.

He began his professional life at NRC Resident Tutor for one and half year before joining as Associate Lecturer. He also taught Dzongkha while serving as a Resident Tutor. He also has long years of experience of BCSC coaching. At NRC, besides teaching, he also shouldered responsibilities such as Driglam Namzha Coordinator.

He is highly committed to enrich the learning and development of his students.

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She joined NRC as a founding member in 2017 as Resident Tutor and Academic Assistant. She also has worked as ECCD Facilitator.

Her commitment to academics will enrich the classroom experience of her students.

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Her passion for education led her to teach Media Studies and English at Gyelpozhing Higher Secondary School for six months. Additionally, she taught English language and literature modules over a period of two and half years at CLCS.

Her industry and teaching experience will enrich the learning experience of her students.

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Notably, she also served as a Guest Lecturer at the Royal Institute of Management, Thimphu, delivering a Communication Skills module to RCSC-selected graduates in Winter 2024.

Her expertise is demonstrated through a diverse teaching portfolio that includes academic instruction, test preparation (IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE), and specialised training, such as delivering a Communication Skills module for RCSC-selected officials at the Royal Institute of Management.

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During her time in college, she successfully completed courses on “Public Speaking for Professionals” and “Mindfulness Based Basic Counseling Skills” which she utilizes in her teaching.

With great knowledge and enthusiasm to her role as an educator, she strives to inspire a new generation of scholars.

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After completing his DMA, he has worked as a performing musician, among others, in the Royal Opera ‘De Munt’ in Brussels, the New Belgian Chamber Orchestra, the Beethoven Academy, the Flemish Opera in Antwerp and Ghent and the Antwerp Philharmonic, and has given chamber music master classes for more than 20 years in France.He has worked in the Advanced Bachelor Global Citizenship and Development at the University College Leuven-Limburg as lecturer and practice lecturer for Bhutan, India and Sri Lanka since 2015.

The combination of his research, academic, artistic and personal communication experiences will contribute meaningfully to the academic and personal development of the students.

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He initially started his career as a higher secondary school teacher. He also assumed the role of a Discipline Captain, Exam committee member and Coordinator of different Clubs. He had served in various capacities in different organizations over thirteen years. He has attended many workshops and seminars to enhance his skill as a fulfilling human being.

During his career, Mr. Subeesh has anchored several cultural related programmes.

The combination of his personal, academic and managerial experiences will contribute meaningfully to the academic and personal development of the students.

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With her keen interest in English and a passion for teaching, she took major in English during her bachelor’s degree. Throughout her academic journey, both in her undergraduate and Master’s programs, she focused not only on learning but also on developing her teaching skills. She has gained leadership experience, serving as a school counselor, house captain, sports coordinator, and program coordinator. Additionally, she has actively participated in seminars, delivered presentations in class, assisted professors with research, and even conducted her own research, making sure to leave no stone unturned in her professional growth.

To Bindeya, teaching is more than just imparting knowledge to students. She believes that it is about nurturing students, grooming them in a well-disciplined manner, and helping them develop mentally. She views her students as her own children, striving to shape them into productive and responsible citizens.

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In addition to his academic pursuits, Dr. Haqnawaz Ahmad has a deep interest in culture. During his university days, he served as the Senior House, Common Room Secretary and Cultural Secretary of his hall of residence, actively participating in and promoting cultural activities.

The combination of his research, academic and managerial experiences will contribute meaningfully to the academic and personal development of the students.

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In addition to her academic qualifications, Ms. Singye has participated in several professional development programs, including Peer Facilitator Training and Mapping Workshops with the Bhutan Centre for Media and Democracy (BCMD). She has also completed the 7th Leadership Training Programme, a Prevention of Sexual Harassment course, and participated in the Asian-Pacific Region Messengers of Peace Conference. Furthermore, she has engaged in Stress Management, Globalizing the Messengers of Peace (MoP) Network for Rovers, and other courses aimed at the Familiarization, Promotion, and Sustainability of Bhutanese Culture and Religion.

Ms. Singye co-published a children’s book during her college years, alongside her peers, and has presented research at international seminars, including the Indic and South East Asian Perspectives in Conceptualizing World Literature conference. Her extensive academic background, combined with her diverse extracurricular and leadership experiences, uniquely positions herself to contribute to the academic growth and personal development of students.

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For the last seven years, he served in various schools (Nangkor LSS 1998, Tashitse MSS in the beginning of 2000 to end of 2002 and Trashigang MSS from 2003 to 2004 end) and as a lecturer in Samtse College of Education from 2006 to 2011. During his career as teacher and lecturer he shouldered various responsibilities such as House Master, Class teacher, Games In-charge, Publication Editors, Head of English Department and Gayjor Tshokpa adviser. He also participated as a core group member in developing English Curriculum and Teachers’ Manual for Classes IX to XII.

From the beginning of 2012 to 2015, he served as Sr. Labour Officer in PHPA-II and upon up gradation and promotion, he served in the same project as Chief Administrator for the next two years. Besides the administrative works he shouldered additional responsibilities of looking after various departments in the project such as Liaison Division Offices in Thimphu, Wangdue, Phuntsholing, Delhi and Siliguri, Labour Relation offices in Wangdue, Phuntsholing and Gelephu, Medical Division and Officer Club. From 2017 to 2022 he served as Chief (HR and Admin) in the same project. He resigned from the Project in 2022 end to join politics.

He has few publications (poems and stories) under his name and guidance. With his rich experience in various organizations and fields, he would be able to support the college both academically and administratively.

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In 2016-2021, he was a full-time lecturer at Royal Thimphu College and was closely engaged in facilitating Royal Civil Service Examination coaching classes for the college graduates. Besides his rich teaching experience, he has undertaken various research on diverse areas including Buddhist philosophy, Bhutanese monarchy and cultural heritage. He has a deep enthusiasm for reading, writing and teaching.

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She began her career as a teacher at Barshong Primary School under the Ministry of Education, teaching Mathematics and Science and serving as a Matron. She then worked as a Human Resource Officer at Lhaki Cement, where she managed employee relations, organized staff development programs, and represented the company at community and recruitment events.

She gained banking experience as an intern at Bhutan Development Bank Limited, assisting in loan processing, customer verification, and service delivery. Later, she served as an Administrative Officer at Bhutan Himalayan Beverages Pvt. Ltd., where she managed departmental budgets, handled inventory, and coordinated meetings and events.

Ms. Sonam Choden has also worked as a Data Analyst at the Office of the Gyalpoi Zimpon, where she contributed to the development of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and supported the Administrative and Finance Division.

She is skilled in data analysis using R-Studio and proficient in Microsoft Office. She is fluent in English, Dzongkha, Sharchop, and Lhotshamkha/Nepali. With strong academic achievements and professional experience in education, administration, HR, finance, and data management, Ms. Sonam Choden is well prepared to contribute to organizational growth and national development.

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