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Course Inauguration of Father Muller Nursing College & Allied Health Sciences College Thumbay
Oct 3, 2025
The Course Inauguration Ceremony of the 4th Batch of BSc Nursing, 2nd Batch of BSc Anaesthesia & Operation Theatre Technology and Medical Imaging Technology was held on 03/10/2025 at Father Muller Nursing College, Thumbay, marking the beginning of a new chapter for aspiring healthcare professionals.
The event commenced with a procession led by the College Band, setting a dignified and ceremonial tone for the day.
A soulful invocation of God’s blessings was rendered by the Second Semester nursing students.
The gathering was warmly welcomed by the Administrator Rev. Fr. Sylvester Vincent Lobo, offering words of encouragement that echoed the values and vision of the Father Muller Charitable Institutions.
The course was formally inaugurated with the lighting of the traditional lamp by the Chief Guest, Rev. Fr. Richard Aloysius Coelho, Former Director FMCI, Rev. Fr. Faustine Lucas Lobo, Director FMCI, Rev. Fr. Sylvester Vincent Lobo, Administrator FMNCT & FMAHST, Professor Janet Sequeira, Vice Principal FMNCT, Dr. Shivashankar A R, Principal FMAHST, Dr Kiran Shetty, Medical superintendent, FMHT, and student representatives.
The Chief Guest, Rev. Fr. Richard Aloysius Coelho, delivered an inspiring inaugural address emphasizing that nurses are the heartbeat of healthcare, playing an indispensable role in the well-being of patients and the overall functioning of the healthcare system. Highlighting the importance of effective communication, the address noted that offering words of concern and encouragement can bring immense comfort to patients and support their healing process. He also drew inspiration from Mother Teresa, urging nurses to remain service-oriented and compassionate in their duties, embodying the true spirit of care and selflessness in their profession.
The director in his presidential address highlighted the three essential pillars of nursing education: knowledge, skills, and values/attitudes. Emphasizing the noble nature of the profession, he described a good nurse as Noble, Understanding, Responsible, Empathetic, and Efficient. Drawing inspiration from Florence Nightingale, he elaborated that students should uphold the values of commitment, empathy, honesty, and sincerity - virtues that transform nursing into a true service to humanity.
The formal proceedings concluded with a gracious Vote of Thanks by Dr. Shivashankar A R, expressing gratitude for the success of the programme. Mrs. Nisha Sylvia Lobo efficiently facilitated the smooth and orderly conduct of the programme.
A Parent-Teacher-Student orientation was organized for the freshers and their parents, aimed to prepare the students to commence their academic journey towards becoming competent healthcare professionals.
The program was concluded with the National Anthem followed by lunch.
