Mangaluru: “Graduation is a proud moment and a memorable occasion in an academic career. It is not a final accomplishment. It is only an opening of a new chapter in student’s life. Education is an endless journey of competence and knowledge” urged Registrar of Mangaluru University Prof P S Yadapadithaya. He was addressing the fresh graduates of 5th batch of Engineering, M.B.A. and M.C.A. and 2nd batch of M Tech of Shree Devi Institute of Technology on their ‘Graduation Day Ceremony’ held at T V Raman Pai Convention Centre here on January 24.
Congratulating the graduates, he said that the Graduation certificate is only a passport which requires a valid visa to proceed further. Hence, graduates need to enhance their knowledge and acquire technical, management skills to excel in their career. He advocated them to be proactive, punctual in their attitude to reach their altitudes. Graduates are liable, responsible and accountable to the society, he added.
Chairman of Shree Devi Education Trust A Sadananda Shetty in his presidential address revealed that it is a great vision of the institution to impart quality education integrated with human values and ethical principles.
Principal Dr Dilip Kumar administered the oath to 300 graduates who donned their graduation hats and attire and presented with the much cherished degree certificates.
Shree Devi Education Trust Vice-chairman Nidhish Shetty, Secretary Maina Shetty, Trustee Priyanka Shetty and Convener Prof Vidya were present on the dais. Principal Dr Dilip Kumar welcomed the gathering. Asst Professor Ashwin Sequeira delivered the vote of thanks. Asst Professors A S Venkatesh Amin and Aruna D Menezes compered the programme.