Mangaluru: St Joseph Engineering College (SJEC), celebrated its College Day on 10 May 2024 in the College Campus.
Professor B Ravi, Director, National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal, was the Chief Guest on the occasion.
Preetham Prince Pinto, Founder & CEO of Waterz Goa & Tripzzie Dubai and an alumnus of the 2009 batch, was the Guest of Honour.
Most Rev. Dr Peter Paul Saldanha, Bishop of Mangalore and President of SJEC presided.
Dr Rio D’Souza, Principal of SJEC presented the annual report of the college.
Rev. Fr Wilfred Prakash D’Souza, Director of SJEC welcomed the gathering to the occasion. The Guests, along with the President, distributed various excellence awards in sports and academics.
The University level rank holders and faculty achievements were also honoured.
Professor B Ravi spoke about the transition education takes in the current era with a real-life example.
He spoke about the skills such as creativity, collaboration, problem-solving and communication. industry experts from institutions to impart to its students.
He said to find out what you love doing in life, what gives satisfaction in life and what gives you a feeling of complete accomplishment.
Addressing the gathering, Preetham Prince Pinto said that SJEC is one of the best institutes in the region.
He appreciated the management for the immense growth in the infrastructure of the college.
He highlighted the importance of being entrepreneurs, being bold, and believing in yourself which gives real success.
He shared his experience being an entrepreneur, the challenges faced and his successful journey.
In his presidential address, His Excellency Most Rev. Dr Peter Paul Saldanha, the Bishop of Mangalore congratulated the achievers for their outstanding achievements in academics and extracurricular activities.
He said that humans are irreplaceable in our lives, and that’s the benefits of growing together in the times of growing technology which seems to be a threat to humans. He further said that, In the world of machines & technologies it becomes important to have knowledge and wisdom of heart.
Dr Shakila B, Convener of the event delivered the vote of thanks.
Rev. Fr Kenneth R Crasta, Assistant Director of SJEC, Dr Purushothama Chippar, Vice Principal, Rakesh Lobo, HR Manager of the college and Dr Ravikantha Prabhu, Convener of the programme were also present during the occasion.
Joysun D’Souza and Priya Miranda compered the formal programme.
A cultural extravaganza followed the formal event with the students displaying their wonderful music and dancing skills.
The cultural program was compered by Vinol Arun D’Souza, Leslie Kiran Rodrigues and Mave Lobo.
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