An invited lecture on the topic, ‘Introduction to the History of Texts and Sounds in the Indian Ocean’ was coordinated by Mr. Muhammedali P. on 25th August, 2022 through the Research Club with Mr. Ihsan Ul Ihthisam, Neubauer Family Distinguished Doctoral Fellow in the Department of South Asian Languages and Civilization, the University of Chicago as the speaker. Highlighting the significance of texts and sounds in understanding the history and culture of the South Asia, he spoke about his journey from Malappuram to Chicago University, enlightening the audience on the academic culture and structure of American Universities.