Loyola Academy inducts new AICUF, MAGIC Youth committees
HYDERABAD: Loyola Academy Degree & PG College inaugurated the new committees of the All-India Catholic University Federation (AICUF) and Men and Women Aiming Greater Initiatives for Change (MAGIC Youth) at Inigo Hall on September 9, 2026.
The programme, held under the theme “Torchbearers of Today”, marked the beginning of a new year of student leadership and service. Management, faculty members, coordinators, student leaders, committee members, parents and students attended the event.
The ceremony was attended by Rev Fr Dr N B Babu SJ, principal; Rev Fr Dr A Rex Angelo SJ, correspondent; Rev Fr Dr A M Joseph Kumar SJ, vice-principal; and Rev Fr B Peter SJ, vice-principal and in-charge of the AICUF and MAGIC Youth committees.
The programme began with a formal welcome, followed by Ignis Sanctus and a welcome dance by Nritya Dhwani. The ceremonial lighting of the lamp by the priests, AICUF and MAGIC Youth leads and their parents marked the start of the new leadership term.
Addressing the gathering, Rev Fr Dr A Rex Angelo stressed the importance of developing a service-oriented outlook. He encouraged members to take part in the initiatives of the two committees, contribute to the college community and inspire their peers.
Rev Fr Dr N B Babu described the occasion as a “Day of Commitment”. He highlighted discipline, responsibility and dedication as key qualities of student leadership. He also thanked the management and faculty for their support and acknowledged the role of parents in encouraging students to take up leadership responsibilities.
Rev Fr B Peter reflected on the theme “Torchbearers of Today” and spoke about the contribution of AICUF and MAGIC Youth. He urged students to view leadership as an opportunity to serve, inspire others and create a positive impact. He also appreciated the coordinators for guiding the committees.
The highlight of the programme was the badging ceremony, during which badges were presented to members of the AICUF and MAGIC Youth committees. The ceremony formally recognised their roles and responsibilities.
The badging ceremony was followed by an oath-taking ceremony. Committee members pledged to discharge their responsibilities with sincerity, discipline, integrity and dedication.
First Leads Deepali and Sharon proposed the vote of thanks. The programme concluded with the National Anthem.
The inauguration marked the start of a new term of student leadership at Loyola Academy, with the committees urged to uphold commitment, service, discipline and responsibility.
