Mangalore, December 7: Well-known music director Gurukiran hummed tunes and enthralled the students and audience with his melodic voice at the inaugural ceremony of 'Agno Fest 2012', a two-day inter-collegiate fest organised by St Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangalore, on Friday.
Incorporated with the theme 'Bonne Volonte – Cirque' (goodwill and readiness mixed with humour), the inauguration of the inter-collegiate fest was a zealous extravaganza, with a colourful entourage escorting the guests and an entertaining performance from the students of the college.
Inaugurating the fest, Gurukiran lauded the students on their talents and advised the students to follow their passion and to continue it in later years of their lives. “Student life is the most wonderful and you should make the most of it, along with your studies,” he said.
Addressing the gathering, principal of the college Dr (Sr) Prem D'Souza said that the youth was a great force and the greatest resource of the country. Their love and service will be a turning point for the country and enable it to become a great nation. While Man is strong, fear can cusp and limit him; whereas loving kindness can overcome any depths that have to be faced. Love unites and binds us, showing that the youth can indeed change the world, she said.
Advising the students, she said, “College fests bring out the best in students. It is an occasion to work together and show team spirit. We should encourage competitions in a co-operative spirit. You are here not merely to study, but to enable the world to live more freely and generously with hope. Each of us must be the change we hope to see in the world,” she said.
The Agno Fest will see teams from over 12 colleges across the district battling each other in various competitions like Treasure Hunt, Mock Press, Junk Art, Singing, Dancing, Comedy, Quiz, Debate, Best Personality and Best Manager, to win the glittering Agno Championship at the valedictory ceremony on Saturday.
Staff co-ordinator of the fest Malvika Shetty welcomed the gathering and introduced the chief guest on the occasion. Student council president of the college Fallon Lasrado spoke about the significance of the college fest in her introductory speech. Staff co-ordinator Prajwal Rao delivered a vote of thanks.
Superior of St Agnes Convent Sr Maria Kripa, vice-principal of the college Sr Supriya, joint secretary Sr Olivia, Sr Marie Evelyn and Fr Santhosh were present. Rovena compered the programme.
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