Prof.C. Satheesh Kumar, originally from a village Elur near Namakkal, Tamil Nadu, is a seasoned academic and social work professional with over 18 years of teaching experience and eight years of prior field and research experience. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Botany from St. Joseph’s College, Trichy, a Master’s in Social Work from Sacred Heart College, Tiruppathur, and a Ph.D. in Social Work from the University of Madras.
He joined Pondicherry University in 2007 as one of the first faculty member in the Department of Social Work and has played a key role in its development. His areas of expertise include Community Development, Coastal Disaster Management, Technology and Social Work, Environmental Social Work, Social Work with Children, and Participatory Appraisal.
Prof.C.Satheesh Kumar has provided research guidance to 9 scholars and currently guiding 7, handled three major projects, and published 34 papers in national and international journals. He has actively participated and chaired numerous national and international conferences and workshops, contributing to the evolving discourse in social work practice and education.
He served as a hostel warden and currently serving as the deputy chief warden for the men’s hostels in Pondicherry University. He has also made significant contributions to student development through his leadership in the National Service Scheme (NSS), serving as Programme Officer for 4 years and Programme Coordinator for 6 years. His commitment to service learning and community engagement has enriched the university’s outreach and student empowerment initiatives.
With a strong foundation in both academic and field-based social work, he integrates theory and practice effectively in his teaching and mentoring. His dedication, teamwork, and student-centered approach have made him a respected educator and mentor. Prof.C. Satheesh Kumar remains committed to empowering communities and nurturing future social work professionals through participatory, inclusive, and socially responsive education

Community Development, Costal Disaster Management, Tech Social Work, Environmental Social Work, Social Work with Children, Participatory Appraisal