Livingstone Foundation International College celebrated its 3rd Freshers’ Day on Saturday in the LFI Auditorium, Thahekhu/Kevijau, Dimapur with Er. L. Mongkum Jamir, President of Business Association of Nagas (BAN) gracing the occasion, a press release from LFIC informed.
The Guest of Honor in his speech quoted, “You are the master of your fate. You are the architect of your life. You are the one behind the steering wheel.” He encouraged the freshers and the students to broaden their minds and come out of their comfort zones. He emphasized on three important life principles- Responsibility, Never give excuses, and Never complain.
Er. Mongkum further elaborated that responsibility, broken down into simpler terms, means response and ability i.e., the ability to respond to any challenges. He also stated that no matter what challenges come in one’s way, one must maintain the attitude of never giving excuses and in the pursuit of one’s goals. He quoted “Never complain, never explain” by Henry Ford and urged the students to take challenges as opportunities.
Er Mongkum challenged the young minds to not only dive into the government sector but also to venture into the private sector and give back to the society. He encouraged the freshers to make use of the college to the fullest with united spirit, celebrating the differences and embracing diversity.
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Earlier, Principal Dr. R.K. Behera welcomed the freshers and encouraged them to do their best. He also assured that the LFIC family would always be there for them.
The press release also mentioned that several guests, dignitaries and executives from other colleges attended the freshers’ program. The college anthem presented by NSS rendered the opening of the session.
The formal session was hosted by Marnenla Jamir, BA 3rd Sem from English Department, while Ingauringle, Asst. Prof, Dept of history invoked God’s presence. Speech on behalf of the seniors and juniors were conveyed by Ameka K. Assumi, BA 5th Sem (Psychology dept) and Swuka I. Swu, BA 1st Sem (Political Science dept) respectively. A special song was presented by Thejavor of 3rd Sem (Psychology dept). The formal session ended with vote of thanks by Hivika Yepthomi, President, LFIC Students Union.
The compere for the informal session were Kevin and Tughunaka K. Zhimo of 3rd Semester. The highlight of this session was the crowing of Mr and Miss Fresher LFIC 2023 for which the judges were Vitoka Assumi Mr Sumi 2021, Shelly Achumi, Miss Queen of Nagaland 2022 and Vesulu Thingo, Asst. Prof, Dept of Commerce.
Akabo Swu and Imtibenla Pongen walked off with the title of Mr and Miss Fresher 2023.
Swuka Swu bagged Mr Popular while Miss Congeniality was awarded to Shelilo Swu.
The program winded-up with a performance from the newly formed LFIC band ‘NL7’ with its members Moangkoba, Asst Prof. Dept of Education, Taliwapang, Lipokrenba, Thejavor, Sumhguang, Swuka and Mhasi.
