Mangaluru: St Aloysius PU College, Mangaluru, hosted the Science, Commerce, and Arts Fest 2024. The event officially commenced on Aug 16, with the inauguration of ‘Genesis – The Science Fest’ and ‘Finanza – The Arts and Commerce Fest’. Finanza, the Commerce and Arts Fest, included ten intellectually stimulating competitions—best manager, human resource, marketing manager, quiz, finance officer, and public relations.
Highlights of this fest were the Mad Ad, corporate walk, treasure hunt, and brand ambassador contests. Genesis, the Science Fest, offered a range of challenges designed to unveil students’ scientific potential. The finals of various competitions were conducted on Aug 24. tnn
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