St Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangaluru organised Intra-departmental science fest “ELIXIR -2024”  on 9 March 2024  for the students of Science stream .

The day began with the inaugural function held in the PG Auditorium at 9:15 am  with the invocation of prayer. The chief guest for the inaugural was Mrs Marina Lobo, Head, Department of Physics.  She was welcomed by Dr Ita D’Souza, IQAC Coordinator and Head, Department of Chemistry.  The inaugural rites were solemnised by the ceremonial lighting of the sparkle symbolising the illumination of knowledge and discovery by the dignitaries. Mrs Marina Lobo in her address, eloquently expounded on the virtues of teamwork, confidence, and time management and installing a sense of purpose and aspiration among the students attended.  Ms Neha of final year  compered the event and Ms Tenisha Pinto Vice President  welcomed the gathering.

Each department of science held various competitions which began slot wise from 9:45  am. Altogether there were 9 competitions held namely ,

DEPARTMENT EVENT
 Botany Carnation
Statistics  Statistical stories
 Zoology Clay mania
Maths and Physics Equilibria
Nutrition and Health Food art
Chemistry Green Rangoli
 Microbiology Microfera
Computer science Technohunt
Overall Scimystic

The valedictory programme was held at 12 noon in the  PG Auditorium. The Chief guest for the same was Mrs Ameetha, Head, Department of Zoology. In her address she congratulated all the winners and appreciated the efforts of the organisers. Finally the  most anticipated moment, the prize distribution ceremony unfolded which was then followed by the announcement of the overall championship that was secured by the  second year BSc students. The trophies were awarded by our esteemed Chief guest. Ms Rifha compered the valedictory program and Ms Hafsa  Anwar proposed the vote of thanks.

The success of the whole fest is credited to the organising committee, headed by the Dean of Science Mrs Helen Serrao, Principal  Sr Dr M Venissa AC, Science Vice President Tenisha Pinto and all the other volunteers.

As the curtains draw to a close on the spectacle of intellect and imagination, we look forward to the continued cultivation of excellence and the unfolding of new horizons in the realm of science.