Mangalore Diocese News

Media release

Mangaluru, March 12, 2018 : St Aloysius College celebrated its annual ‘College Day 2018’ with the theme ‘Celebrating Cultural Diversities’ on Friday, March 9 in the college grounds, along with commemorating the 450th birth anniversary of St Aloysius Gonzaga after whom the college is named.

Established in 1880, St Aloysius College (Autonomous), Mangaluru prides itself in its history of 138 years.

Albert W D’Souza, Chairman of Aldel Education Trusts, Palghar, Maharashtra was the Chief Guest for the event, who was welcomed by the Students’ Council members in a traditional way with chendamelam. Prof Precilla D’Silva, HOD Of Zoology, the convenor of the college day delivered the welcome address.

The vibrant celebration began with the prayer and the welcome dance. Fr Dionysius Vaz SJ, Rector of the College presided over the function.“A college annual day gives us a sense of history and a sense of mission and purpose” he opined.

Fr Vaz reflected on the life of St Aloysius Gonzaga and thanked all those who were responsible for the growth and success of St Aloysius institutions over the past 138 years. The annual report of the academic year was presented by Dr Praveen Martis SJ, the Principal of the college who reflected about the status of the institution. It was followed by a video presentation highlighting the success of the college of the past year.

The Chief Guest Albert WD ‘Souza, the Chairman of Aldel Education Trusts and Managing Director of Printania Offset Pvt Ltd recollected the memories of his times at St Aloysius institutions. He spoke about life experiences and motivated the young minds to face the challenges. He also spoke about entrepreneurship and encouraged the youth.

The meritorious students and sports achievers from the college were honoured with mementos and certificates. Dr A M Narahari, the Registrar of the college; vice principals of each block; Prof. Rajgopal Bhat, Department of Chemistry who was the co- convenor of the event graced the event with their presence. The Vote of thanks was proposed by Mr Aman Ahmed, the President of Students ‘Council.

The theme “Celebrating Cultural Diversities” was put into verse and sung by the college choir, composed by students Mark and Aman. The students along with their parents and the staffs of the college gathered for the marvelous event. The students came up with a variety of cultural programmes which added colour to the glorious event and was a feast to the eyes for the audience.