The enormous Tamil diaspora in the United States and around the world, including the Tamilars in India, are increasingly aware of the unique nature of their language and culture and the vital importance of preserving them and sharing them with the world's new generations of young Tamilars. Likewise, Florida International University (FIU) recognizes and supports worldwide efforts to understand and perpetuate the richness of Tamilar traditions and history through study.
To aid in these efforts, FIU proposes establishing the Tamil and Tamilar Diaspora Studies (TTDS) program. This self-sustaining program at FIU will produce scholarly research, teaching generations of students, and organize public events related to the diversity of Tamil language, history, arts, culture, traditions, and contemporary issues.
To aid in these efforts, FIU proposes establishing the Tamil and Tamilar Diaspora Studies (TTDS) program. This self-sustaining program at FIU will produce scholarly research, teaching generations of students, and organize public events related to the diversity of Tamil language, history, arts, culture, traditions, and contemporary issues.
