St Philomena College was founded by Msgr Antony Patrao who felt that a College in this part of the state would save the people of the inconvenience of moving to distant places for higher education. He set out to realize his dream and the mission was accomplished in the year 1958.
Since its inception, the Institute has lived up to societal expectations, turning out consistent and appreciable results in academic and non-academic fields. The institution does attempt to treat the primary stakeholders in 5 UG programs and 5 PG programs with a rewarding educational experience.
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Post Graduate Department of Social Work, Post Graduate Studies and Research Center St Philomena College Puttur, Gram Panchayat Savanur, Sri Kshetra Dharmasthala Village Development Scheme Savanur Zone in collaboration with A.J. Medical College Hospital, Mangalore conducted Free health checkup and dental checkup camp held at DKZP upgraded Higher Primary School on 4 June 2023. Prof. Ganesh Bhat, Vice principal of St Philomena College,Puttur inaugurated the program and wished for the success of the program by urging the residents of this rural area to get the full benefit of the camp.
Chief Guest Savanur K. Seetharama Rai said, “Programs of public concern should be organized more often at the rural level to increase awareness among the people. The efforts of the Social Work students are worth appreciation. When such health awareness programs are conducted free of charge, people should take advantage of the same and feel more conscious about health. A.J.hospital's support for further programmes always will help you”.
A J. Medical Team Representative Medical Social Worker Shri. Rajesh. K. V gave details of the health services available in the camp. Gram Panchayat President Mrs. Rajeevi. V. Shetty said that their cooperation will always be there for the organization of such programs and let the people take advantage of this program and make the program a success. Shri Sheenappa Shetty Nekraje, Vice President Gram Panchayat Savanur, Shri Manmatha. A., Development Officer (in-charge) Village Panchayat Savanur, Shri Balakrishna. K. Headmaster, DKZP upgraded Higher Primary School Savanur, were present. More than hundred people benefited from this camp. Srimani, coordinator of Post Graduate Department of Social Work, welcomed. Vaishnavi ,student of Social Work Department proposed vote of thanks and Lathamani M.compered.