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English Professor at GCUL

Dr. Muhammad Abdullah is an accomplished academic and researcher with a PhD in English Linguistics from the National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad. With a profound specialization in gender and literature, Dr. Abdullah serves as an Assistant Professor of English at Government College University Lahore, where he also coordinates the PhD English program.

As the founder and CEO of Language Methods Network (LMN), Dr. Abdullah is dedicated to advancing language education through innovative, research-based solutions. LMN is an inquiry-based educational group that promotes a love for languages and aims to bridge educational gaps by supporting individuals and institutions in curriculum design, pedagogy, and language teaching capacity building.

Dr. Abdullah's research interests include gendered discourses, postfeminism, Islamic feminism, postcolonial identity, and Pakistani women’s fiction. He has published extensively in these areas, contributing valuable insights to the field of gender studies.

With over a decade of experience, Dr. Abdullah has held significant academic and administrative positions, initiated impactful programs, and participated in numerous international conferences. His vision is to create an inclusive educational environment that balances digital and conventional methods, fostering effective citizenship and equity in growth opportunities.

Driven by a commitment to academic integrity and inclusivity, Dr. Abdullah continues to inspire and mentor students and professionals alike, shaping the future of language education in Pakistan and beyond.

Research Publications

Book Reviews

Conference Engagements

Years in the Field

Profile

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My Resume

Education

PhD in English Linguistics with Concentration on Gendered Discourses

2012 - 2019

National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan

Thesis: Postfeminist and Islamic Feminist Discourse: Analysis of the Discursive Practices of Muslim Feminists

Master in Applied Linguistics

2010 - 2012

University of Salford, Manchester, United Kingdom (Vice Chancellor Scholarship)

Masters in English Language and Literature (with Distinction)

2008 - 2010

International Islamic University Islamabad, Islamabad, Pakistan

Bachelor of Arts

2006 - 2008

University of Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan

Refrences

Prof. Dr. Muhammad Safeer Awan

Professor

National University of Modern Languages

Islamabad, Pakistan

Email: msawan@numl.edu.pk

Dr. Muhammad Younis

Associate Professor, Political Sciences

Forman Christian College Lahore

Lahore, Pakistan

Email: muhammadyounis@fccollege.edu.pk

Professional Experience

Assistant Professor English

2023 - Present

Government College University Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan

  • Teaching a variety of courses in Language and Literature
  • Program Coordinator for PhD English
  • Editor, Journal of Linguistics

Head of English Department

2020 - 2023

University of Jhang, Jhang, Pakistan

  • Proposed and executed the project of the Academic Writing Centre (AWC) to facilitate writing needs of students, faculty, and staff
  • Oversaw the English Language and Communication requirements for all 22 departments across the university
  • Started and managed the Newsletter of the Department of English with zero budget
  • Revamped Allied Courses to better define learning goals without overlap
  • Designed Certificate and Diploma courses in English for students and the community
  • Founded the Jhang Journal of Language and Literary Studies
  • Developed the annual departmental budget
  • Initiated the tradition of an annual departmental gathering for team building and goal setting
  • Started the book club “Bookism” to promote a reading culture on campus

Lecturer / Assistant Professor English

2013 - 2020

Forman Christian College, University, Lahore, Pakistan

  • Designed and taught a wide range of courses in English Language and Literature at graduate and postgraduate level
  • Initiated the "Graduate Seminar Series" to facilitate scholarly debates on recent trends in English Language & Literature
  • Served as a student advisor in 2017, providing career guidance and mentoring to students
  • Edited the Newsletter of Research and Review Club
  • Facilitated sessions on academic and professional development at the Center for Learning and Teaching
  • Represented FCCU at various international forums related to research and teaching

Lecturer / Founding Head of English Department

2013

Riphah International University Faisalabad Campus, Faisalabad, Pakistan

As a founding head of the English department, I designed and administered M.Phil in English Literature and M.Phil in English Linguistics weekend programs at Riphah International University Faisalabad Campus. This included designing of curriculum, structuring the scheme of studies, financial management, recruitment of faculty members, admissions, marketing the program, and quality assurance.

Lecturer in English

2012 - 2013

Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan

As a lecturer at the Department of Applied Linguistics, I taught courses in Stylistics and English Language Teaching to undergraduate classes.

My Skills & Services

Skills

Research Skills
English Language Teaching
Administrative Skills
Editing and Creative Writing
Career Counseling
Communication Consulting
Teacher Training
Project Management

Service

Academic Writing and Editing

Expert editing, proofreading, and formatting of academic papers, theses, and dissertations

Research Assistance

Comprehensive support for literature reviews, qualitative data analysis, and scholarly research guidance

English Language Teaching

Online tutoring in English language skills, academic writing, and preparation for exams like IELTS and TOEFL

Career Counseling

Personalized guidance on career planning, CV/resume writing, and interview preparation

Creative Writing

Engaging content creation for blogs, short stories, and manuscript editing

Consultancy in Gender and Literature

Consulting services focused on gender studies, feminist literature, and academic discourse

Academic Consulting

Assistance in academic program development, curriculum design, and grant proposal writing

Workshops and Training

Online workshops on academic writing skills, research methodologies, and gender studies

Publications Support

Assistance with manuscript preparation, journal selection, and submission guidance for academic publications

Grant Writing

Writing and editing grant proposals for research funding, leveraging your research and academic consulting experience

Conference Presentation Coaching

Coaching on effective presentation skills, abstract writing, and conference networking strategies

Literary Analysis and Critique

Offering in-depth analysis and critique of literary works, focusing on gender themes or specific literary movements

Translation Services

Translation of academic articles, literary texts, or research documents between English and Urdu or other languages

Academic Mentoring

Providing long-term mentoring for undergraduate or graduate students, guiding them through coursework, research projects, and career planning

Digital Content Creation

Developing educational content for online courses, podcasts, or YouTube channels related to English literature, gender studies, or academic writing

Workshop Facilitation

Leading workshops on interdisciplinary topics like postcolonial studies, feminist theory, or critical race theory

Editing and Publishing Consultancy

Advising on manuscript preparation, self-publishing options, and navigating the academic publishing industry

Book Reviews

Writing scholarly book reviews for academic journals or online platforms, showcasing your expertise in literature and gender studies

Portfolio

My Works

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  • Articles
  • Book Reviews
  • Newsletters
  • Testimonials

Gendering, Jeering, and COVID-19: A Feminist Critique of Social Media Humor

International Journal of Linguistics and Culture. 2024. Volume 5, Issue 1, Page 45-64

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Dislocation of Technology in Don DeLillo’s The Silence

Pakistan Journal of Language and Translation Studies. June 2023. Volume 10, Issue 2, Page 18-31

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CPEC and Cultural Connectivity: A Study of Media and Literary Productions

Pakistan Journal of Language and Translation Studies. December 2022. Volume 10, Issue 2, Page 1-10

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Emergent Sexualities and Intimacies in Contemporary Pakistani Women’s Fiction: A Postfeminist Reading

Journal of Gender and Social Issues. Autumn 2021, Vol.20, Number 2, 39-50.

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Love, Matrimony and Sexuality: Saudi Sensibilities and Muslim Women’s Fiction

Pakistan Journal of Women Studies. Vol 26. Issue 2. 2019, 19-30

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Trimti: Siraiki Feminism and Role of Women in the Siraiki Literary Domain

Pakistan Journal of Women Studies. Vol 26. Issue 1. 2019, 95-108

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Black Feminism: A Study of Chimamanda Ngozi’s *Americanah* and *Half of a Yellow Sun*

Pakistan Journal of American Studies. Vol 36. Issue 1. 2018. 76-91

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No Sex in the City and Postfeminist Discursivity from Arab Diaspora

Pakistan Journal of Women Studies. Vol 25. Issue 2. 2018, 77-92

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Islamic Postfeminism and Muslim Chick-lit: Coexistence of Conflicting Discourses

Pakistan Journal of Women Studies. Vol 24. Issue 2. 2017, 93-105

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Minaret: Islam and Feminism at Crossroads

FEMERIS: Multidisciplinary Journal of Gender Studies. 2017, 2 (2). 154-165

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Problem of Culture: ELT in a Pakistani Context

European Scientific Journal (ESJ). Vol 1, 425-432, 2014

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Non-Fiction: 9/11 and its Discontents

Book Review

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