News: Aloysius D’Souza
Daijiworld Media Network – Mangalore (VA)
Mangalore, Mar 14: Over 250 heads of Catholic colleges (senior/junior levels), primary and high schools under the leadership of the Catholic Board of Education (CBE) president and Bishop Dr Aloysius Paul D'Souza marked the ‘40 Years of Priesthood’ of Fr Wilson Vitus D'Souza, secretary, CBE at Shanthi Kiran Bajjodi here, recently.
Fr Wilson had reached this milestone of serving the people of Dakshina Kannada on December 25, 2010. The key note address was delivered by Dr Clarence Miranda, who extolled the qualities of Fr Wilson D'Souza and his 40 years of service to humanity and his greatness.
A tribute was presented to the jubilarian Fr Wilson D'Souza, with pomp and affection. W D'Souza representing the primary schools, Bridget Periera the high schools, Fr Alwayn Serrao, the colleges and Gretta Lobo the office of CBE - walked the length of the hall bearing a huge floral tribute, embedded with the figure '40' in a special pattern with roses and lead by Bishop Aloysius P D'Souza.
Fr Wilson paid tribute to many who were his role models and those who particularly supported the good works of the Catholic Board of Education during his tenure as its secretary. He added that this great responsibility to better and spread education in the spirit of the Church was made possible only with the help of God and several good people who guided and helped him achieve results.
The function was graced by noted lawyer M P Noronha and well-known social worker professor Rita Noronha who were on the dais. The whole function was tastefully conducted by Aloysius D'Souza, headmaster of Rosario High school in the city. The fitting celebration marked the esteem and dignity that the CBE is held in the region.
Brief overview of Fr Wilson Vitus D'Souza's Career
Born in Bendur on June 15, 1945, he started schooling in Bendur and finished it at Kirem. In 1962 he joined St Joseph's Seminary Jeppu. He was ordained in 1970 at Kinnigoli and served in various capacities. He obtained several degrees, particularly MA (Political Science) MA (Sociology) MA (Public admin).
In 1998 he completed advanced studies in Education from St Thomas Aquinas College New York (US of A). He has dedicated his life to the Church and Education in the Diocese of Mangalore. He has served in parishes and chiefly various educational institutions as vice principal and principal for over 26 years. He has held offices and membership in various educational associations and bodies as well as academic council of Mangalore University. He is also a member co-ordinator, National Accreditation (NAAC).