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Mangaluru, Dec 18 : Alumni Association of Father Muller College of Nursing celebrated its glorious existence of 25 years on 13th December 2022.  The members gratefully looked into the past, celebrated its present and enthusiastically looked to the future with hope.

To recognize the graces received from the Almighty, a Eucharistic celebration was held in the morning.  The climax of the celebration started with the arrival of the guests, dignitaries and the eminent alumni accompanied by college band to the convention centre Mini hall.

The formal programme was inaugurated by invoking the blessings of God through a prayer dance by CON Alumni and lighting of the lamp and Floral tribute to AlmaMater by the dignitaries and Alumni Executives.  Dr Devina E Rodrigues, the President of FMCON Alumni Association extended a cordial welcome to the gathering.

After a meaningful message by Rev. Sr Jacintha D'Souza, the Principal of FMCON, Felicitation of the founder of Alumni association Rev. Sr. Loredhana Korah  and Rev. Sr Jacintha Dsouza the Principal during the time of Alumni Inception & Charter President  were done.

The chief guest Rev. Sr Loredhana Korah was all praise for the programme. She congratulated the association for bringing this event to fruition and keeping the love and strength among the past students. She felt proudest with the spread of the Alumni all around the globe, with some heading nursing colleges, Institutes, being part of subject council, in boards of studies, showing the strength of wisdom and character.

Release of Silver Jubilee Nightingale Bulletin and Release of Seedgrants were other significant events which added colour to the celebration.

Former presidents Dr Jacintha Veigas (2002-2007), Prof Victoria Dalmeida (2007-2012), Ms Darryl Aranha (2013-2017) were also felicitated by Alumni Executives  and honoured the  Eminent alumni by the dignitaries.

Rev. Fr. Richard A. Coelho in his presidential address congratulated each of the nurses for being a together bunch having great regards for their Alma Mater. He expressed his views through two stories which made them understand that wisdom and steadfastness brings people together and makes a journey more meaningful.

The entire programme was graced by the presence of MC members and Fathers of the management and many dignitaries. Soon after the formal function, the celebration was continued with the cake cutting and a magic show by Rev. Fr Paul Dsouza, games and music. Raising the toast was done by Rev. Fr Joseph Martis, The celebration ended with a Fellowship meal.

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