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Media Release
Mangaluru, Feb 21: The PG Graduation Day – 2025 of St Joseph Engineering College (SJEC), Mangaluru, was held on Saturday, February 21 at 10 am in the Kalam Auditorium of the college.
The ceremony witnessed the awarding of postgraduate degree certificates to the class of 2025, comprising 110 MBA graduates, 119 MCA graduates and 5 MBA (IEV) graduates. The programme commenced with the invocation, invoking divine blessings for the graduates as they embarked on a new phase of their professional journey.
Dr T N Nagabhushana, vice chancellor, Kishkinda University, graced the occasion as the chief guest. John Rohan, client services manager, Global E-SoftSys Pvt Ltd and alumnus (MBA batch 2007–2009), was the guest of honour. Dr Peter Paul Saldanha, Bishop, diocese of Mangalore and president of SJEC, presided over the function.
Fr Wilfred Prakash D’Souza, director of SJEC, delivered the welcome address, warmly greeting the chief guest, guest of honour, dignitaries, graduates, parents and faculty members on the solemn occasion. Principal Dr Rio D’Souza introduced the chief guest and the guest of honour of the ceremony.
John Rohan, in his address, said that SJEC is not just an institution but a foundation that shapes one’s future. Recalling project deadlines and teamwork from his student days, he emphasised that a postgraduate degree is a responsibility that demands leadership, ethical thinking and continuous learning.
He urged graduates to adapt to rapid technological changes, build strong character, choose the harder right, and measure success by the impact they create, concluding with his mantra of hard work, dedication and God’s grace.
The presentation of certificates was the highlight of the ceremony, where the graduates of MBA, MCA and MBA (IEV) were conferred their postgraduate degrees in the presence of the dignitaries. Dr Rio D’Souza, principal of SJEC, administered the graduation oath, wherein the graduates solemnly pledged to uphold ethical values and professional responsibilities in their respective careers.
During the response from the graduates, Michelle Monteiro, graduand from the MBA programme, and Rashmitha Shet, graduand from the MCA programme, were the representatives of the class of 2025 and delivered the graduate response. They shared reflections on their transformative academic journey at SJEC and expressed heartfelt gratitude to all those who contributed to their growth and success.
Dr T N Nagabhushana, in his graduation address, congratulated the MBA and MCA graduates on their academic accomplishment. He emphasised the importance of ethical leadership, innovation and lifelong learning. He advised the graduates to embrace emerging technologies, demonstrate social responsibility and strive for excellence in their professional journeys.
Scholastic achievers, including rank holders and sports achievers, were recognised and honoured by the dignitaries. Felicitations were accorded to the chief guest and guest of honour by Dr Peter Paul Saldanha as a token of respect and gratitude.
Delivering the presidential address, the bishop congratulated the graduates and reminded them that true success lies in character and values. He encouraged them to dream big, remain compassionate and contribute meaningfully to society while staying connected to their alma mater.
Fr Kenneth R Crasta, assistant director, various deans and HoDs, and Jayashree M, co-convenor, were also present on this occasion. Acharya Chitralekha J, convenor, delivered the vote of thanks. Nelson Fernandes and Prajwala Preema Rodrigues compered the programme. SJEC has wished the postgraduates from the class of 2025 all success in their future endeavours.