St. Xavier's University, Kolkata celebrated its 4th Foundation Day on Saturday, February 8, 2020. The Hon'ble Governor of West Bengal, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar was the Chief-Guest and the First Lady, Smt. Sudesh Dhankhar had accompanied him.
The Governor congratulated the students for being part of the Xaverian family. He said, "You are all fortunate to study at St. Xavier's University while I did not have this opportunity. Make the best use of your study here and become good leaders of India with Xaverian values."
Dr. Purnendu Roy, MD and Chairman of Genesis Hospital delivered the Foundation Day lecture on "Physical and Mental Health of Students to shoulder responsibility as leaders". His talk mesmerized the audience who cheered him with repeated applauses.
Earlier, Fr. Felix Raj, Vice-Chancellor, in his welcome address, expressed his gratitude to all visionaries and builders of the University for their tireless and consistent efforts. He announced that M.Com classes would be held in the morning from July 2020 for the benefit of students who can pursue their professional courses or seek placements in companies.
The annual magazine of the University, Xaverianum 2019, was released by the Governor and other dignitaries.

Award winners in different categories on the Foundation Day