Technocrats, the student association of the Department of Computer Applications at St Joseph Engineering College (SJEC), successfully concluded Joshiana 15.0, a two day national level IT fest. According to Daijiworld, the valedictory ceremony was held on November 5 at the Kalam Auditorium, where winners were felicitated and participants were praised for their technical skills, creativity and teamwork.

Dignitaries at the valedictory ceremony

The valedictory function was attended by Dr Rio D'Souza, principal of SJEC, who was the chief guest, and Fr Wilfred Prakash D'Souza, director of SJEC, who presided over the function. Also present were Dr Hareesh B, head of the department of computer applications, Jayashree M, convener of Joshiana 15.0, Lenwil Pinto, president of Technocrats, and Rashmitha P, secretary of Technocrats. Zeeshan, treasurer of Technocrats, welcomed the dignitaries, faculty members, participants and students. Rashmitha P presented a brief report of the inaugural ceremony, and two student participants shared their experiences and feedback, expressing appreciation for the organisation of the fest.

Principal praises tradition of excellence

Addressing the gathering, Dr Rio D'Souza appreciated the department of computer applications for the successful organisation and smooth conduct of the fest. According to Daijiworld, he said he was happy that the legacy and spirit of Joshiana continue to remain strong, and he stressed the importance of maintaining this tradition of excellence. He also spoke about giving students platforms that encourage innovation, collaboration and professional growth. Presiding over the function, Fr Wilfred Prakash D'Souza appreciated the energy, enthusiasm and active involvement of the students, and encouraged participants to carry the same attitude into their academic and professional journeys.

Undergraduate championship results

The highlight of the valedictory function was the prize distribution ceremony. The prizes for the undergraduate category were distributed by the chief guest, Dr Rio D'Souza. In the undergraduate category, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) secured the overall championship. Sahyadri College of Engineering and Management, Adyar, Mangaluru, emerged as the overall runners up in the undergraduate category. The results placed two of Mangaluru's well known institutions at the top of the undergraduate contest.

Postgraduate championship results

The prizes for the postgraduate category were distributed by Fr Wilfred Prakash D'Souza, president of the function. Yenepoya Institute of Technology, Mangaluru, bagged the overall championship in the postgraduate category, while Shree Devi Institute of Technology, Kenjar, Mangaluru, secured the overall runners up position. Jeffson Preetham D'Silva, assistant professor in the department of computer applications, proposed the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the dignitaries, faculty members, event coordinators, student organisers, judges and participants. The programme was compered by Joyline Flori Pinto, a third semester MCA student, and concluded on what the organisers described as a memorable note celebrating teamwork, innovation, collaboration and learning.