Inauguration of Fashion Designing Course and MoU Signing
The Fashion Designing Course was formally inaugurated at S.M.S College, Brahmavar on 28th August 2025. The programme was presided over by Rev. F. M. C. Mathai, Correspondent of the College.
The programme began with a prayer by Ms. Ranjani from the Department of English, which created a serene and graceful atmosphere. This was followed by a welcome and introductory address by Dr. Vidyalatha, Co-ordinator of the Fashion Designing Course, who highlighted the objectives of introducing this new programme and its relevance in today’s creative industry.
The event was graced by Dr. Robert Rodriguez, Principal of the College, who, in his address, emphasized the importance of skill-based education.
Mr. Vinod Kumar, Director of Mind Creative School, Udupi, spoke on the growing scope of fashion designing as a career and motivated students to nurture creativity. Ms. Ashwini Prabhu, Teaching Faculty for Fashion Designing, presented an overview of the course structure.
The Presidential Address was delivered by Rev. F. M. C. Mathai, who appreciated the initiative of launching the Fashion Designing Course at the college and assured full support for its success.
On this occasion, an MoU was signed between S.M.S College, Brahmavar, and Mind Creative School, Udupi, to strengthen academic collaboration. The agreement includes provisions for student exchange programmes, collaborative workshops, guest lectures, industrial visits, internships, and joint research activities, thereby enhancing creative and professional opportunities for students.
The Vote of Thanks was proposed by Lt. Ashwin Shetty, IQAC Co-ordinator, who expressed gratitude to the dignitaries, faculty members, students, and all contributors to the event.
The programme was compered by Ms. Divyajothi, II B.Com ‘B’. The event concluded on a positive note, marking not only the beginning of the Fashion Designing Course but also the start of a promising academic collaboration.