AU Journalism Dept marks centenary with Veeksha 2026 photo show
Andhra University’s Department of Journalism and Mass Communication marked the university’s centenary year with Veeksha 2026, a photography exhibition. It combined archival visuals with student work. The display traced 100 years of campus life through images.
The exhibition took place at T.L.N. Sabha Hall on Friday. It formed part of the A.U. Centenary Celebrations. Vice-Chancellor G.P. Raja Sekhar inaugurated the event. In addition, the department organised it as part of its annual visual storytelling tradition. This year, it focused on the university’s 100-year milestone.
Head of the department C.M. Vinaya Kumar said the edition carried special importance. “We curated photographs that reflect the centenary theme,” he said. Moreover, students from the M.A. in Mass Communication and Journalism and the Diploma in Photography organised the exhibition together. The department began in 1985.
The exhibition placed current student photographs alongside archival images from the 1930s. As a result, it created a layered visual record of the campus. Faculty member R. Narendra said students contributed original work. They also helped curate rare archival material. “The collection reflects campus life over the past year. It also traces its historical growth,” he said.
Student participation remained central. Diploma student Suresh said he felt honoured. He took part in the centenary celebrations. He also displayed monochrome photographs.
International students also engaged with the exhibition. Sierra Leone student Tejan Macavoray called it inspiring. He said it “encourages us to create something of our own.” Similarly, Bangladesh student Apu Chakraborty said it strengthened her sense of belonging. She called it “a sweet memory when I return to my country.”
Research scholar Navya Govardhana Rao also shared her views. She said the curation showed strong faculty guidance. In particular, she highlighted a wildlife photography series for its green tones. She added that she felt proud to be part of the university’s legacy.
The exhibition received coordination from professors C.M. Vinaya Kumar, Challa Ramakrishna, T. Vijaya Lakshmi, and faculty member R. Narendra. It will remain open for visitors till Saturday.