"Alvida" to MLIS Final Year

Dear All, 

We are delighted to inform you that the 2nd Semester MLIS students of the Department of Library and Information Science (DLIS), Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN), organized a heartfelt farewell programme for the outgoing 2024–26 batch under the theme “Alvida.” The event was held on 20 May 2026 from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM and turned out to be a joyful, emotional, and memorable occasion attended by faculty members, PhD scholars, juniors, and seniors. 

The venue was beautifully decorated with balloons, paper crafts, and photographs reflecting the memorable moments shared within the department. The programme commenced with a welcome address delivered by Ms. Anuvinda J. R. on behalf of the 2nd Semester students, expressing gratitude to the seniors for their support, guidance, and encouragement throughout the academic journey. 

Prof. S. Thanuskodi, Head of the Department and faculty members addressed the gathering and conveyed their best wishes to the outgoing students for their future careers and higher studies. Their inspiring words motivated everyone and added significance to the occasion. One of the major attractions of the event was the title distribution ceremony, where creative and respectful titles were awarded to the seniors based on their personalities and talents. Cultural performances, including dances, songs, games, and other fun-filled activities, added excitement and entertainment to the celebration. A memory-sharing session provided an opportunity for the seniors to express their feelings and share memorable experiences from their time in the department. 

The programme also included a group photography session to preserve the joyful memories of the occasion. The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Mr. Hari Krishnan S. N. on behalf of the 2nd Semester students. The farewell celebration became a memorable occasion filled with happiness, emotions, friendship, and togetherness, further strengthening the bond between juniors and seniors.

Glimpses of the farewell function are presented below: