Agnesians across the world gather in their respective chapters and the Mangalore chapter which is home base gathered to meet at their Alma Mater on 29 July 2018.Sr Dr Jeswina, A.C, president of the Alumni Association welcomed the gathering.Dr Malathi Hegde was the guest of honor for the Agnesian Day at Home 2018. Dr Malathi was honoured for her dedicated and selfless service in the field of medical and health care.The presence of three Alumni from yester years was a phenomenal. Lucy Mascarenhas, a home maker whose children, grandchildren and new family are all Agnesians was honoured by the Committee members. Ivy Mathais, the oldest living Agnesian was honoured by committee members at her residence later in the noon. Ms Mathais has been an integral part of St Agnes Institutions. The Agnesian Alumni are gearing up for the centenary celebrations. Meera Aranha, convener of the centenary committee rendered words of wisdom during the occasion. She encouraged the Alumni to partake in their own way towards the centenary year 2020-2021.Rajni Patrao compered the formal proceeding and thereafter Ramona Mathais took over as the host for the day. Entertaining group games were conducted by Suchitha Rai and Ramona. Aftera sumptuous lunch a game of housie was conducted. The Ex-Agnesian Dance Crew led by Sanchia Nazareth included women from various walks of life tapping their feet to the rhythm of the music. This year with the theme “checkered patterns” brought out fashion styles like none other. From sarees to salwar suits, checkered shirts and much more, the Agnesian Alumni were a happy bunch of stylish people. From reliving memories and making more memories to cherish with photos, song and dance and lots of talk, the Agnesians celebrated their day at Home with joy.
