National Science Day Celebrated at St Philomena College by Department of Science in Association with IQAC and IIC
Puttur, March 2, 2024: The Department of Science, in collaboration with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell and the Institution’s Innovation Council, celebrated National Science Day on March 1, 2024, at the SJM Hall. The event was graced by the President of the Function, Rev.Dr Antony Prakash Monteiro, the Principal, and the Guest of Honour and Resource Person, Dr A. P. Radhakrishna, Adjunct Professor of the PG Department of Physics at the Centre for PG Studies and Research, St Philomena College, Puttur. The program featured an enlightening talk by Dr A. P. Radhakrishna on astrophysics, wherein he encouraged students to foster a love for science, emphasizing the importance of thinking, speaking, writing, and propagating scientific knowledge. The talk was accompanied by a PowerPoint presentation delivered by students from BSc. The presentation team comprised Krithi K. N., Maliha, Riya DSouza of II BSc, and Anjum Nihala of III BSc. A quiz competition was also conducted by Vineeth Lobo of III BSc for BSc students, adding an interactive element to the celebration.
Rev. Dr Antony Prakash Monteiro, principal of the college, stressed in his presidential address the significance of cultivating a scientific temperament among the youth. He highlighted the potency of science and emphasized the world’s reliance on scientific advancements. He urged the younger generation to align their thoughts, words, and actions with scientific principles, underscoring the importance of diligence, passion, and dedication in scientific pursuits.
Dr P. S. Krishna Kumar, Vice Principal and Convenor of the Science Forum, was gracefully present on the occasion.
Pratheeksha and the team of III B. Sc. rendered prayer. Dr Malini K, coordinator of IQAC, extended a warm welcome and provided introductory remarks. Mrs Varija M., Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science, proposed a vote of thanks. Nada I A of III BSc compered the program.