School of Social Work Roshni Nilaya celebrates Annual College Day
Mangaluru: The Annual College day of the School of Social Work, Roshni Nilaya was held at the college auditorium here, on December 22.
The programme began with an invocation. President of Student council Ann Hormis Tharakan welcomed the gathering. The principal of Roshni Nilaya, Dr Sophia N Fernandes presented the annual report through a power point presentation.
General Secretary Akshara escorted the chief guest Dr R Rathi Devi to the dais. Prizes were distributed to the winners of meritorious students by the chief guest.
Addressing the gathering Dr Rathi Devi said, “This college is situated in the heart of the city. While entering this campus I could breathe some fresh air and also experienced peace of mind. Students, I guess most of you are in your teens and this is a turning point in your life. This institution as provided many courses and each course has got a lot of professional opportunities where leadership can develop. You all have chosen the subject of your choice. This college has provided many courses such as PhD, professional social service courses, MSc in many subjects such as criminology, Psychiatric, forensic medicine etc. These are critical fields which you have selected, do not look back, move forward and achieve your goals. Initially, you may face difficulties, do not accept failure, work hard to turn failure into success”.
Dr Rathi Devi further said, “There are no humans on earth who never face problems and failure in their life. Recreation of life and creative personality is in our hand. Education is an important activity to gain knowledge, the main aim of education is to develop a complete personality, the purpose of education is to make a student physically, mentally and socially strong. If there is a will there is a way. With determination, you can achieve anything in life. Without education, we have no future. In recent years we see an increase of assaults and harassment in the society. We should anticipate such problems and protect ourselves”.
Dr Rathi Devi also advised the students and said, “Teachers are the best persons to share your problems. Mobile phones should not be misused, use it whenever needed. Keep away from alcohol, smoking and drugs which will affect your life. There is nothing wrong in having friends to discuss subjects and share knowledge but do not fall prey to bad habits. Maintain hygiene in the hostel and at home. I wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a very happy new year 2018.”
General Secretary Akshara delivered the vote of thanks. Student of Roshni Nilaya Tiala compered the programme. There was a cultural programme presented by the students.
