Political Science & Sociology

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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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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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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After completing his Masters degree, Dr. Aaditya worked as a visiting faculty in the Department of Management at Sri Ramaswamy Memorial University, Sikkim. He has also worked as a part-time teaching faculty at Accelerator Academy, Vision Academy and Smart Academy, Sikkim, India.

He has published three research papers pertaining to performance evaluation of banks operating in Bhutan and Evaluation of Non-Banking Financial Companies of India. He has presented his research papers in National and International conferences in India.Further, he researched and wrote a paper titled “A Study of Need of Microfinance in Southern Bhutan” for the fulfillment of his master degree.

Aaditya worked as an intern under the finance manager of ‘Government Fruit Preservation Factory’, Sikkim. Thus, the combination of his research, academic and industrial experiences will deeply contribute to the academic and personal development of the students.

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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 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 Master’s thesis, Happiness Diplomacy: A Case Study of Bhutan, explored how Bhutan advances Gross National Happiness as a strategic framework within global diplomacy and international engagement. Her academic interests lie in International Relations and political studies, with particular focus on refugee protection, women and security, humanitarian governance, small state diplomacy, and Bhutanese foreign policy. She brings a strong analytical and research-oriented approach to the study of contemporary global politics.

Ms Adhikari has served as Research Coordinator for the Political Science and Sociology Programme, where she supported faculty and student research initiatives, facilitated academic seminars, and contributed to strengthening a research-focused academic culture. She has also been actively involved in module development at both Bachelor’s and Honours levels, contributing to course design, assessment frameworks, and curriculum refinement in alignment with university standards. Her work reflects sustained engagement in curriculum development, academic planning, and research-informed teaching within the programme.

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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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Her academic projects, such as LagdaAI, Stock Market Analysis using Apache Spark and Hadoop, Text-to-Image Generation with GANs, and Neural Style Transfer for Bhutanese Arts, showcase her technical abilities and innovative approach. She received the Best Project Award for LagdaAI and has also completed professional certifications, including Google UI/UX Design, AWS Cloud Foundations, and the Innovation Challenge by DHI & Super FabLab.

Alongside academics, she served as Vice President of Tarayana, leading community service and events. Proficient in multiple programming languages and fluent in Dzongkha and Sharchop with working proficiency in English and Lhotshampa, she combines technical expertise with leadership, teamwork, and creativity, making her a versatile professional committed to meaningful contributions.

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In 2017, she joined Norbuling Rigter College as a founding member, serving as a Resident Tutor and Academic Assistant. In this role, she supports the Academic Office in maintaining accurate records of student attendance and academic performance, ensuring proper documentation and timely reporting. She also oversees the welfare, discipline, and overall well-being of boarding students, fostering a safe and supportive residential environment.

Before joining the college, Ms Sonam Choki worked as an ECCD Facilitator at Hejo ECCD Centre, where she gained valuable experience in early childhood care and development. She also serves as a Y-PEER Advisor, mentoring and supporting youth engagement and peer education initiatives.

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