Mangalore: Pre Unique state-level fest kicks off at St Aloysius PU College
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Daijiworld Media Network – Mangalore
Mangalore, Nov 15: ‘Pre Unique – 2013’, a state-level intellectual and cultural fest of St Aloysius College was formally inaugurated at the college Pretorium on Friday November 15.
Dr Araty H Shetty, principal of Sarsa College of Arts and Science inaugurated the event by lighting the traditional lamp along with other dignitaries. Fr Elvis C Lewis SJ, principal of the college presided over the function.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Araty Shetty said, "In a Guru (teacher) we find three main qualities - creator, protector and destroyer of evil. Looking at this college, the same image comes to my mind. It is an opportunity for every student studying in this college to get trained in various other qualities along with the education," she said.
Saying that she felt privileged to be a part of this fest, Dr Shetty lauded the management and the students for the beautiful decore at the fest venue.
Fr Elvis C Lewis in his presidential address said, "Like a caterpillar transforms into a beautiful butterfly from a cocoon, similarly every student has to excel by exploring the talent which they have. These fests give students a platform to showcase their talents."
"One hindrance which effects a student's journey towards growth is fear and students should try to overcome it. All students cannot excel in all fields, but one definitely can serve human society with love and service," he said, asking students to do so.
Sujith Kumar, convener welcomed the gathering while Kiran Shetty proposed the vote of thanks. The inaugural ceremony was ably compered by Rahul Vas.
Rekha Alva, vice-principal, joint conveners Geetha Nambiar, Arun D’Souza, student conveners Vaibhav D’Souza, Suhas B S, Neil Rego, Gavin Rodrigues, Abigail Fernandes, Caroline D’Souza among others were present.
As many as 63 PU colleges and 14 high schools will showcase their talents in this two-day event. The event consists of around 21 competitions for PU students and 10 competitions for high school students.
The events in the fest includes ‘Curtain Raiser’ – ice breaking, ‘Simulate’ – model making, ‘Floral Symphony’ – flower arrangement, ‘Action Gami’ – Dumb Chardes, ‘Speechless’ – Mime, ‘Motor Mouth’ – just a minute sessions, Market Guru, Natya Rasa, Tit-bit collage, Flight of Fancy – poetry writing, Mask –face painting and many others.