Media Release

Mangaluru, Nov 9: Young Catholic Students (YCS), diocese of Mangalore, in collaboration with St Joseph Engineering College (SJEC), Vamanjoor, organised ‘What’s Next?’, a comprehensive career guidance programme aimed at II PUC students aspiring to pursue engineering.

The initiative sought to equip young learners with clarity on various academic pathways, scholarship opportunities, and entrance examinations.

A total of 71 students, accompanied by their parents, participated in the half-day session held on the SJEC campus. The programme featured informative presentations covering career options after PUC, the availability of government, private, and minority scholarships, and detailed insights into CET, NEET, and KRLMPCA counselling processes. Students were also introduced to the diverse academic and infrastructural opportunities offered at SJEC.

The event began with a Holy Eucharistic celebration in the college chapel, adding a spiritual foundation to the day’s activities. Breakfast and lunch were provided for all participants, and the programme was offered free of charge, demonstrating the organisers’ commitment to accessible education and guidance.

YCS Mangalore expressed deep gratitude to Fr Wilfred for his constant support and encouragement. Appreciation was also extended to the management and staff of SJEC for their collaboration in hosting this meaningful and impactful event.

The programme was convened by Smitha M D’Souza, Franco Menezes, and Joel Dmello, who coordinated the sessions and ensured smooth organisation.