National Education Day

CELEBRATION OF NATIONAL EDUCATION DAY

Guest Lecture: My Journey Your Future: A Lesson from an Educationist

IIC Activity Category (Celebration activity)

Date: 11.11.2025 & Time: 10.30

Mode: Offline

Venue: UG Auditorium

Organizing Details:

Name & Designation of Event Coordinator(s) : 1. Namitha Jois K S,

                                                                                 Assistant Professor

                                                                                 PG Department of Economics

                                                                             2. Dr S Vaishnavi

                                                                                 Assistant Professor

                                                                                 PG Department of Psychology

Departments involved (if collaboration): PG Department of Economics and Psychology in collaboration with IQAC and IIC.

Resource Person: Sri V Venkatesh

                               Founder and Chairman

                               Pragati Institutions

                               Mysore

Objective of the Event: Celebration of National Education Day

Purpose of the session: National Education Day is celebrated to honor and reflect on the importance of education in building an informed, empowered, and progressive society. In India, it is observed on 11th November every year to commemorate the birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, the first Education Minister of independent India.

An educationist addresses students to inspire them, guide their learning journey, and help them understand the true purpose of education. The aim is to motivate students to believe in themselves, develop confidence, and approach studies with curiosity rather than pressure. By sharing values, real-life lessons, and future guidance, an educationist encourages students to become responsible, disciplined, and thoughtful individuals. This address helps students connect their learning to life, make better choices for their future, and grow into capable and compassionate citizens.

Event Description:

The program began with welcoming the quests to the stage and the guests on the stage includes  our resource person Venkash V, Fouder and Chairman of Pragathi institution , Sr. Thomas Gunaseelan IQAC Coordinator, Dr.Deepa V IQAC Co-cordinator , Divyashree IIC Convenor and Dr. Noor Mubhasheer C A PG Coordinator  followed by a warm welcome from the principal.

The master of ceremony done by Ms. Saniya Mirza, Student  and Ms. Namitha Jois K S, Assistant Professor welcomed the gathering and Dr. Vaishnavi S introduced the guest to the audience .

Talk Highlights:

The educationist was then invited to speak, and he began by expressing his joy at being part of a college with such a rich educational tradition. He spoke about the true meaning of National Education Day celebrating the spirit of learning, acknowledging the value of education, and renewing our commitment to building an enlightened society.

He then shared his personal journey as the founder of his institution. He described how he began with a small dream , a dream to provide quality education to every child, regardless of their background. Starting with just a handful of students, limited resources, and many challenges, he gradually built a strong and respected educational foundation. He narrated moments of struggle, such as convincing parents to trust a new institution, finding dedicated teachers, and overcoming financial difficulties. But he emphasized that passion, patience, and purpose were the keys that helped him turn his dream into reality. His story deeply inspired the students, showing that success is not about where you start, but how determined you are to reach your goal.

Moving into the moral part of his speech, he addressed the students directly. He reminded them that education is not merely about collecting marks or degrees but about shaping character, expanding knowledge, and developing the courage to face life. He stressed that real education teaches honesty, discipline, empathy, and resilience. He encouraged students to learn not only from books but also from people, experiences, and failures. “Let your education make you a better human being first,” he said, “because true progress begins with good values.”

He also urged students to respect their teachers, make the best use of opportunities, and cultivate a habit of continuous learning. He concluded by saying that education has the power to transform society, and each student holds the responsibility to use that power wisely. The students listened with admiration and gratitude, inspired by his journey and motivated by his message. The event ended with a vote of thanks and the distribution of certificates for academic achievements. The celebration at St. Philomena College not only honored National Education Day but also ignited a renewed sense of purpose among students to value education and strive toward excellence with humility and dedication.

Hands-on activities: We have conducted a debate among students titled  “Rethinking Education: Is the current education system preparing students for the real world?”This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase critical thinking, communication, and persuasive skills while engaging in a meaningful discussion about the future of education.

Target Audience: Under graduate students, PG students and Faculty members of St. Philomena’s Collge ( Autonomous).

Number of Participants: 180 and faculty members

Outcomes of the Event:

The National Education Day celebration at St. Philomena College proved to be highly impactful and meaningful for both students and faculty. The address by the invited educationist, who is also the chairman and founder of a reputed educational institution, deeply inspired the audience and added great value to the event. His personal journey of building an institution from the ground up motivated students to believe in their own abilities, face challenges with determination, and pursue their dreams with confidence. The moral themes in his speech, such as the importance of character, discipline, empathy, and lifelong learning which encouraged students to reflect on the true purpose of education beyond academic scores.

The event successfully created awareness about the significance of National Education Day and reinforced the role of education in shaping individuals and society. Students expressed renewed enthusiasm toward their studies, showing improved appreciation for their teachers and the opportunities provided by the college. Faculty members also felt encouraged to continue their efforts in nurturing a positive learning environment. Overall, the celebration fostered a stronger sense of motivation, responsibility, and unity within the college community, making the event highly fruitful and memorable.