Mangaluru: St Agnes College, Mangaluru, one of the leading women’s colleges, completes 100 years of education and service in the year 2020-21. As part of its on-going centenary celebration, which was launched in January this year, the alumni organised a “Centenary Fiesta” on December 15 and 16. The fiesta was held at the college campus and witnessed a huge crowd comprising of alumni, students, staff, parents and well-wishers.

The programme began with an invocation by the college students after which the Principal, Sr Dr M Jeswina A.C. declared the Fiesta 2018 open and the festivities began in full swing. The Fiesta comprised of lots of enjoyable games, multiple rounds of housie and food stalls selling tasty delicacies.
The garage sale was a big success. Thanks to the amazing items contributed by the alumni.

There was also a flea market which had exhibitors from across Mangaluru showcasing western clothing, Indian wear, home accessories, paintings and many more goodies.

There was a Centenary stall showcasing memorabilia like t-shirts, caps, wrist bands, badges and mugs, all of which will be available for the next two years leading up to the centenary.

Visitors were kept entertained as the students put up amazing music and dance performances. Dr Malini Hebbar and PTA Vice President, Blossom Rego compered the programme with the help of the students.

The grand raffle draw was the attraction of the day, with a prize of Rs 50,000, and the second and third prize of Rs 25,000 and Rs 10,000, respectively. There were also 10 consolation prizes, all announced during the valedictory.

Vice Principal, Sr Dr Venissa A.C., Agnesian Alumni Vice president, Geanette D Souza, Dean Science, Emima David, Janet Pinto, Ladlyn- representing the alumni, parents, faculty members, support staff and students body respectively were present.