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3rd BATCH B.Sc. (N) 2024-25 - COURSE INAUGURATION
Sep 13, 2024
The
Course Inauguration of 3rd batch of B.Sc. Nursing was held on
13-09-2024 at 10.30 am at Father Muller Nursing College Thumbay. The programme started with a prayer song led
by 2nd semester B.Sc. Nursing students.
The
Administrator Rev. Fr. Sylvester
Vincent Lobo welcomed the dignitaries and the new batch of students and their
parents. He also gave a brief
introduction about FMNCT & FMHT before the welcome address.
The
formal inauguration of the course was done by lighting the traditional lamp by
the Chief guest, Dr. Antony Sylvan Dsouza, Dean, FMMC, President of the
programme Rev Fr Richard Aloysius Coelho, Dr. Sr Judy SIC, Principal, FMNCT,
dignitaries and a student representative.
In the inaugural address Chief Guest Dr. Antony Sylvan DSouza
congratulated the freshers' and their parents on their choice of nursing profession
and the institution they have joined for meeting all the requirements essential
for this course and emphasized the importance of integrating head, hand, and
heart in nursing. He encouraged students to develop 4C's - competencies,
critical thinking, communication skills, and compassionate care. He urged students to approach their tasks with
a positive spirit, highlighting that, despite the challenges, nursing offers
great opportunities for learning and professional growth.
The Director, FMCI in his presidential address
began by reflecting on the esteemed legacy of the Father Muller Institutions.
He highlighted the importance of providing not only medical care but also
comfort and spiritual support to patients. He emphasized that nursing is more
than just a profession and described it as a vocation that demands treating
patients with the same care and compassion one would offer to family members,
regardless of their illness. He reminded the students that God is the ultimate
healer and that as caregivers, they are His instruments. He encouraged them to
follow the example of Mother Teresa, aspiring to embody her spirit of
compassion and service in their work.
The
Programme was concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Mrs. Janet Sequeira,
Vice Principal, FMNCT. The ceremony was
eloquently compered by Dr. Edveena Monis, Assoc. Professor, FMNCT.
A short parent-teacher-student orientation was
conducted by the Principal Dr. Sr Judy SIC.
The Programme was
concluded with National Anthem followed by Lunch.
