Eleventh Graduation Day celebrated at St Agnes College (Autonomous) Mangaluru
Mangaluru: The Eleventh Graduation Day of St Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangaluru, was held on July 13, 2024, at 11:00 AM in the Mother Mary Aloysia Centenary Auditorium. This day was an outcome of the academic accomplishments of our students who graduated in the year 2022–2023.
Mrs. Sheryl Preethika, Department of MBA, was the compere of the programme. The event commenced with Nadageethe by Dr. Shailaja K., HOD – Faculty of Kannada. Sr. Dr. Vinora A.C., PG Co-ordinator, welcomed the gathering and introduced the chief guest, Prof. Dr. M.S. Moodithaya, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, NITTE (Deemed to be University), Mangaluru.
Sr. Dr. M. Venissa, A.C., Principal of the College, administered the oath to the fresh graduates. Sr. Dr. Maria Roopa, A.C., Joint Secretary of St. Agnes Institutions; Sr M. Sudeepa, A.C., Secretary A.C. Educational Society; and Sr. Carmel Rita A.C., Administrator, graced this occasion with their presence. It was attended by the Deans of all streams, Members of various Board of Studies, Board of Examiners, Members of PTA of the College, the members of Governing Body and the Academic Council of the College under Autonomy.
The Convocation message was delivered by Prof. Dr. M.S. Moodithaya, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, NITTE (Deemed to be University), Mangaluru. Dr. M.S. Moodithaya congratulated all the graduates on their achievement in gaining fulfillment on this day. In his Graduation Day Address, he said that this day is marked as a significant moment for their hard work and perseverance as they step out of the portals of their Alma mater into this enormous world, thereby making an immense contribution to the economy of this country.
He emphasized the fact that graduates should be privileged to be educated at a century-old, prestigious institution like St Agnes College for the quality education provided to various generations. He advised the students to believe in the Kaizen concept, enhance and understand the importance of soft skills, and ensure that they followed their competency, potential, and personality. He urged them to have the ability and credibility to be an asset to the nation and to acquire an attitude of gratitude that needs to be developed in an individual’s life. He advised them to focus on the three C’s: the condition they live in, their competency in what they do, and most importantly, their character throughout their journey through life.
Sr. Maria Shamita A.C., Provincial Superior, Apostolic Carmel, Karnataka Province, presided over the function and, in her presidential address, congratulated the graduates on their academic triumphs and advised them to rejoice in their success. She emphasised on taking up new possibilities and making a meaningful contribution to society, enhancing the wealth of knowledge and experience. She expressed that the world needed their unique voice, innovative spirit, and compassionate outlook and advised them to follow the three C’s for their personal lives, i.e., courage, creativity, and compassion.
Dr. Nancy H. Vaz, Registrar and Controller of Examinations, presented 520 graduates, of whom 89 were postgraduates and 431 were undergraduates, to Sr Maria Shamita A. C., the Provincial Superior, Apostolic Carmel, Karnataka Province, to accept them for the degree.
Mrs. Shubharekha, Dean of Administration, announced the names of the 17 rank holders, and they were felicitated with Rank Certificates and Cash Prizes. Dr. Kavyashree K. B., Department of PG Studies Psychology; Dr. Nagesh, Dean – Faculty of Arts; Dr Ita Dsouza, the IQAC Coordinator; and Mrs. Nimitha K., Dean – Faculty of Commerce and Management, announced the names of the graduates from their respective faculties.
Dr V. Premanand, HOD, of MSc. in Psychology, proposed the vote of thanks, and the event was concluded by the National Anthem.
