Orientation Program for Ist BDS Students 2019 Batch

Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Mangalore successfully conducted the “Orientation Day-2019” programme for the newly enrolled students of the Bachelor of Dental Surgery(B.D.S) course on 1st August,2019. The inaugural program was graced by Dr. Dilip G. Naik, Dean, MCODS, Mangalore,Associate Deans Dr. Ashita Uppoor and Dr. Premlatha Shetty. Dr. Rekha T,Deputy Director Student Affairs; Hostel Chief Wardens, college faculty and the newly admitted students with their parents were also present for the program. The program commenced with an invocation seeking the blessings of the Almighty, followed by a warm welcome by Dr. Ashita Uppoor. The invited dignitaries and guests were formally introduced by Dr. Junaid Ahmed, Professor, Dept. of Oral Medicine and Radiology. Dr. Dilip G. Naik then gave a crisp presentation about the vibrant environment of the college which strongly encourages both academic and extracurricular pursuits. Several accolades received by students and faculty on national and international platforms were also highlighted. A comprehensive overview of the B.D.S program was given by Dr. Premlatha Shetty. Dr. Rekha Thapar briefed the students about various aspects pertaining to student life at the campus with an emphasis on safety and anti-ragging measures. The students were then introduced to their respective teacher guardians by Dr. Arathi Rao,Professor,Dept of Pedodontics. This was followed by an informal introduction of the students, by the students which was conducted by Dr. Srikant,Head,Dept of Oral Pathology. Dr. Karthik Shetty then proposed the vote of thanks and expressed his gratitude to all the dignitaries. The formal inaugural ceremony concluded with a Q&A session to clarify parents’ doubts. Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Mangalore successfully conducted the “Orientation Day-2019” programme for the newly enrolled students of the Bachelor of Dental Surgery(B.D.S) course on 1st August,2019. The inaugural program was graced by Dr. Dilip G. Naik, Dean, MCODS, Mangalore,Associate Deans Dr. Ashita Uppoor and Dr. Premlatha Shetty. Dr. Rekha T,Deputy Director Student Affairs; Hostel Chief Wardens, college faculty and the newly admitted students with their parents were also present for the program. The program commenced with an invocation seeking the blessings of the Almighty, followed by a warm welcome by Dr. Ashita Uppoor. The invited dignitaries and guests were formally introduced by Dr. Junaid Ahmed, Professor, Dept. of Oral Medicine and Radiology. Dr. Dilip G. Naik then gave a crisp presentation about the vibrant environment of the college which strongly encourages both academic and extracurricular pursuits. Several accolades received by students and faculty on national and international platforms were also highlighted. A comprehensive overview of the B.D.S program was given by Dr. Premlatha Shetty. Dr. Rekha Thapar briefed the students about various aspects pertaining to student life at the campus with an emphasis on safety and anti-ragging measures. The students were then introduced to their respective teacher guardians by Dr. Arathi Rao,Professor,Dept of Pedodontics. This was followed by an informal introduction of the students, by the students which was conducted by Dr. Srikant,Head,Dept of Oral Pathology. Dr. Karthik Shetty then proposed the vote of thanks and expressed his gratitude to all the dignitaries. The formal inaugural ceremony concluded with a Q&A session to clarify parents’ doubts.