Having bid adieu to a prestigious institution where the foundations of your identity and professional life were built, the desire to reconnect with those hallowed halls never really wanes. This year, an invitation to MGM College's Staff Club Day gave me an opportunity to not just revisit my alma mater, but also to witness its thriving progress and ambitious plans for the future.
MGM
College holds a special place in my heart; it is where I imbibed values that
have been guiding principles throughout my life. The memories of the nurturing
environment created by the dedicated management, the unflagging support of the
faculty, and the camaraderie shared with fellow students are still vivid in my
memory. I was elated when the current Principal, Sri Lakshmi Narayana Karanth,
reached out to me with a warm invitation to the Staff Club Day scheduled for
June 30th, 2023. He graciously asked me to bring along Dr. N T Bhat, who is a
senior professor and a well-respected figure at MGM College.
The
Staff Club Day commenced at 6 pm and was attended by a convocation of
luminaries. Among them was Sri Varadaraya Pai, the Secretary of the Academy of
General Education, who graced the event as the Chief Guest. One of the
highlights of the evening was the felicitation of Sri Varadaraya Pai in
recognition of his invaluable contribution to MGM College’s stellar achievement
– securing an A+ grade in the recent NAAC Assessment. Additionally, the college
had the honor of hosting Dr. Vijaya MG and Dr. Sandhya Nambiar, both former
principals whose visionary leadership and relentless efforts played a
significant role in this noteworthy accomplishment. Their speeches reflected on
MGM College's longstanding values and the importance of upholding them for
future generations.
An
electrifying moment of the evening came when Sri Varadaraya Pai, in his
eloquent and inspiring speech, unveiled the management's commitment to attain
autonomy for MGM College within a year. This ambitious goal will undoubtedly
usher in a new era for MGM, enhancing its ability to adapt and innovate in the
ever-evolving landscape of higher education.
The
event was imbued with joy as the faculty presented an array of captivating
entertainment programs. Their performances were not only a testament to their
talents but also a symbol of the close-knit community that MGM College
nurtures. The evening was capped off with a sumptuous dinner, which provided an
opportunity for heartfelt conversations and rekindling of old bonds.
As
I left MGM College that night, my heart was filled with immense pride and
gratitude. It was not just a reunion; it was a celebration of MGM’s illustrious
past and a pledge to an even more vibrant and influential future. I have no
doubt that under the capable stewardship of its current leaders and the
continued dedication of its staff, MGM College will achieve new pinnacles of
excellence.
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