Media Release
Mangaluru, Jan 22: The department of Master of Social Work (MSW) at St Aloysius (Deemed to be) University celebrated its silver jubilee, marking 25 years of academic excellence and social commitment, with a grand event held on January 10th. The occasion commemorated the department’s remarkable journey in social work education, professional training, and community engagement over the past two and a half decades.
The programme was graced by Dr Praveen Martis SJ, vice chancellor, and Fr Prashanth Madtha, SJ, former principal, whose presence added dignity and significance to the celebration. Former faculty members, staff, current students, NGO representatives, and a large gathering of alumni came together, reflecting the strong institutional bond and shared legacy nurtured by the department.
Over the years, the MSW department has made consistent and meaningful contributions in the field of social work education. Its academic journey has been marked by rigorous field work training, professional internships (national and international), research initiatives, national-level seminars, workshops, field action projects and extensive community outreach programmes. The department has remained committed to preparing socially responsible professionals capable of addressing complex social issues with competence and compassion.
One of the highlights of the Silver Jubilee celebration was the participation of several well- accomplished alumni, who have made notable contributions in diverse areas of social work practice, administration, research, health and development sectors. Their presence symbolized the department’s enduring impact and the successful transition of values and professional excellence across generations.
The event was coordinated by Dr Loveena Lobo, staff coordinator, with the active support of the HOD Dr Shwetha Rasquinha, student coordinator Neeradha Sheen, alumni coordinator Arun Mascarenhas, vice president, Wells Fargo, Bengaluru, from faculty members, and students. The smooth organisation of the event and enthusiastic participation reflected the collective spirit and pride associated with the department’s journey.
The Silver Jubilee celebration stood as a proud testament to the MSW department’s legacy of service, academic integrity, and social responsibility, while also reaffirming its continued commitment to nurturing future social work professionals dedicated to social justice and community development.