Media Release
Mangaluru, Aug 12: The department of hospitality science at Yenepoya Institute of Arts Science Commerce & Management (YIASCM) inaugurated its Student Board and subsequently celebrated Fresher's Day on August 10 at the B block auditorium, YIASCM Balmatta.
Shiju M Nambiar, general manager of Vivanta Mangalore, Old Port Road, Mangaluru, was the chief guest for the programme. Dr Arun Bhagwath, principal of Yenepoya Institute of Arts Science Commerce & Management (YIASCM); Mervin Jaison Vas, head of the department of hospitality science; Lakshmi BM, faculty coordinator of the department student board; Teymour Sulthan Abdulhameed, president; and Mohammed Ashique, secretary of the student board, department of hospitality science, were present on the dais.
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The event began with a prayer seeking the blessings of the Almighty. The programme was inaugurated by the chief guest with the lighting of the lamp, accompanied by all the dignitaries.
Jennifer Roberts took over the stage to conduct the installation ceremony of the student board. The guest honored the office bearers with the badges. Department head Mervin Jaison Vas administered the oath ceremony.
Certificates of recognition and appreciation were distributed to the students of the department for their achievements and talents in various domains during the past year.
Chief guest Shiju M Nambiar spoke on the occasion and encouraged all students to be happy and share that happiness with everyone they meet. Additionally, he enriched the students with his own life experiences in the hospitality sector and the growth he has achieved, emphasizing that all students have the same opportunities. He urged them to utilize every opportunity they receive and to seek out training.
Dr Arun Bhagwath, principal and dean, faculty of science, delivered the presidential address, congratulating all the newly elected office bearers and wishing them success in their careers. He also emphasized the vast opportunities available to students in the service sector.
Fathima Fitha, V BBA (HATT), welcomed the gathering, and Gina Maryam, I BSc hospitality management, proposed a vote of thanks. Maimunath Beebi and Meeralal compered the programme.
The formal programme concluded with the national anthem. The Freshers Day further entered into its main joyous stage stating the various types of cultural extravaganza especially fashion style with Mr and Miss Fresher's -2024. It was truly a mesmerizing talent exhibition.
Leo Biju and Gina Mariyam won the titles of Mr Fresher and Miss Fresher 2024 in the department of hospitality science.
A sumptuous meal was served to add more flavor to the programme.
List of department student board representatives:
1. Teymour Sultan Abdulhameed- President
2. Muhammed Harshad KK - Vice President
3. Muhammed Ashique - Secretary
4. Maimunath Beebi C A - Joint Secretary
5. Fathima Fitha- Treasurer
6. Srithika - PG Secretary
7. Aaadil Aman - Training & Placement Representative
8. Juble Joseph - Assistant Training & Placement Representative
9. Ayshath Mashuda B M - Front Office Manager
10. Josna Jose Meenaiparambil - Assistant Front Office Manager
11. Muhammed Shaafi - Executive Housekeeper
12. Soorya PS - Assistant Executive Housekeeper
13. Abhay Vasu - Executive Chef
14. Joby Johny - Sous Chef
15. Sandra Santhosh - F&B Manager
16. Abdul Sinan - Assistant F&B Manager
17. Muhammed Shibili - Sports Representative
18. Muhammed Nihal Parliya - Sports Representative
19. Muhammed Shinas K T - Media Representative
20. Mohammad Asim - Media Representative
21. Meeralal PH - Cultural Representative
22. Muhammed Bilal - Cultural Representative
23. Mukthar Hussain K V - Sales & Marketing Manager
24. Mohammed Kaif - Assistant Sales & Marketing Manager
25. Naresh U - Culinary Club President
26. Srujan BC - Innovation Coordinator
27. Abdul Rahoof - Class Representative II MSc (HTM)
28. Don Davis - Class Representative III Year, BSc Hospitality Management
29. Mohammed Anas - Class Representative III Year, BBA (HATT)
30. Jibin Mathai - Class Representative II Year, BSc Hospitality Management
31. Theertha M - Class Representative II Year, BSc Culinary Arts
32. Deon Claven Lobo - Class Representative I Year, BBA Hospitality Management
33. Sana Fathima KV - Class Representative I Year, BBA Hospitality Management
34. Gina Mariyam - Class Representative I Year, BSc Hospitality Management
35. Fathima Rifa - Class Representative I Year, BSc Culinary Arts