St Aloysius celebrates the 111th Birth Memorial of Prof. K.A. Krishnamurthy
Mangaluru: The School of Physical Science, Department of Mathematics, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) organized a programme to commemorate the 111th Birth Memorial of Prof. K.A. Krishnamurthy, a former professor of Mathematics at St Aloysius College, on August 23, 2024, in Eric Mathias Hall.
Dr John E. D’Silva, the former director of the Xavier block of the university, was the chief guest. Dr Chethana U.V., former HOD of Mathematics, University College, Mangaluru, and Prof. Department of MACS, NITK, Surathkal, were the guests of honour. Rev. Dr Praveen Martis, SJ, Vice Chancellor of the University, presided over the programme. Dr Alwyn D’Sa, Registrar of the College, and Dr Ronald Nazareth, Registrar of the University, Ms Anupriya Shetty, HOD of PG Mathamatics, and Mr Chriswin Prem Vas, the student convener, were on the dais.
Chief Guest, Dr John E. D’Silva, shared his views and thoughts about Prof. K.A. Krishnamurthy in his address and explained why he has been remembered till now. He said that Prof. Krishnamurthy is the icon of all values and a man of kindness and harmony. During his tenure as professor, he showered great love and affection on his students as well as the entire staff of the college. He urged the students to walk in his footsteps and be role models like him.
Rev. Dr Praveen Martis, in his presidential remarks, mentioned the exemplary qualities of Prof. Krishnamurthy and how he inspired everyone on campus. He quoted Mr Nicola Tesla, a Serbian-American Engineer and inventor, who is also a great mathematician, who adopted mathematics in his day-to-day life.
Dr Chethana U.V. was felicitated during the programme for her valuable services in the field of mathematics.
Ms Rollin Preetha Vas conducted the prize distribution ceremony for the competitions organized in honour of Prof. K.A. Krishnamurthy.
Anisha, II, M.Sc., compered the programme. Ms Anupriya welcomed the gathering. Ms Priya Monteiro introduced the chief guest. Chriswin Prem Vas proposed the vote of thanks.
