News
FRESHERS DAY- B. SC. NURSING 2024-25
Oct 30, 2024
The Fresher’s Day Celebration of the 3rd
batch of B.Sc. Nursing 2024-25 was held on 30th October, at 2:30 PM at Father
Muller Nursing College Thumbay. The program began with an invocation through
dance. Ms. Leona, 1st-semester B.Sc. Nursing student, welcomed the dignitaries
and the gathering. The formal inauguration of the program took place with the
revealing of the theme “NOVALIE” by the chief guest, Rev. Fr. Faustine L. Lobo,
Designate Director FMCI, along with the president of the program, Fr. Richard
Aloysius Coelho, Director FMCI, Rev. Fr. Sylvester Vincent Lobo, Administrator
of FMNCT, Dr. Sr. Judy SIC, Principal FMNCT, and other dignitaries.
The chief guest, Rev. Fr. Faustine L. Lobo in his
address congratulated the fresher’s for choosing the nursing profession. He
emphasized the importance of dreaming big and working hard to achieve one’s
goals. He highlighted the legacy of this esteemed institution, which has been
providing dedicated service in the field of health care for 144 years. He
encouraged students to draw inspiration from the institution and reminded them
that they are fortunate to be here. While the faculty can provide exceptional
guidance and resources, the effort to learn and grow must come from the
students themselves. As the saying goes, "You can lead a horse to water,
but you cannot make it drink." He urged the students to engage actively
with the knowledge shared and be open to learning. If they resist, they may
miss out on invaluable experiences.
Fr. Richard Aloysius Coelho, Director of FMCI, in his
presidential address spoke about the power of dreams, stating that a dream that
doesn’t allow you to sleep must be fulfilled. He encouraged students to dream
big and stay focused. He advised them, as future health workers, to show
kindness to patients. He used the example of holding a glass of water for a
long time to illustrate how carrying grudges or hatred can tire and hurt a
person, both emotionally and physically. He stressed the importance of academics,
research and emphasized the need for capable, qualified, and competent nurses.
He concluded with the message not to grumble about duties and classes, as hard
work will be rewarded.
The entertainment program and formal introduction of the newcomers followed. The program ended with a vote of thanks delivered by Ms. Aleena Sam Varghese. The formal event was compered by Ms. Sweedal Tauro and Mr. Sharoon Pinto, while the informal event was hosted by Mr. Riyon Shaun Corda and Ms. Merrysa Fernandes. The program concluded with the institutional anthem, followed by refreshments.
