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Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru (SB)
Mangaluru, Aug 6: The inauguration of first year BE classes for the academic year 2018-19 at St Joseph Engineering College was held at college auditorium on Monday, August 6.
Fr Dionysius Vas, rector, St Aloysius College and educational institutions was the chief guest and inaugurated the academic year by lighting the lamp along with, Fr Wilfred Prakash D’Souza, director, St Joseph Engineering College, Fr Rohith D’Costa , assistant director, SJEC, Dr Rio D’Souza , principal, Dr Ramananda HS, first year student co-ordinator.
In his inaugural speech, Fr Dionysius said, "Learning to do, learning to learn, learning to become person of character and learning to live is called education. Today’s world gives three main challenges to students or the young generation. Firstly it says do not lose your identity. Be original without losing the identity. Secondly it calls you to be responsible. You are responsible for your own life, family, society and the nation. Thirdly, you need to sacrifice. Without scarifies you cannot achieve milestones in your life.”
“As per my knowledge SJEJ is mainly concentrating on this type of education. That is why every year it succeeds to get talented batches. This college is giving complete freedom to explore, flourish, and extend,” he added.
In his presidential address, Fr Wilfred said, "It is my pleasure to welcome you all newcomers to this beautiful campus. Our college understands the challenges of the present students and help them face it and be successful. With an experienced and professional module, SJEC will help the students to meet their educational needs. I invite students to use SJES modern infrastructure and green surrounding and do well in their studies. If you are not determined to learn, no one will help you and if you are determined to learn, no one will stop you,”
Welcoming the newcomers principal Dr Rio said, "We the management of SJEC are happy to welcome this new batch and their parents. We are thankful to you for selecting our campus for your studies. Definitely we will provide you a wonderful study atmosphere. SJEC not only focuses on the studies but the academic curriculum also gives value-based education which is helpful for every student’s personal growth. We want the students to grow with responsibility and human values. It is a great campus to learn and make a successful career and life, "
Fr Dionysius felicitated the students for their PUC achievements, who have joined the SJEC presently.
Dr Ramananda HS welcomed the dignitaries, parents and the students. Prameela D’Souza, convenor of programme rendered vote of thanks. Shamna Shabna and Smitha D Souza compered the programme.