St Aloysius Institutions of ‘The Mangalore Jesuit Educational Society’, inspired by the person and mission of Jesus Christ, and guided by the motto “Lucet et Ardet”, meaning “Shine to Enkindle”, commit themselves to spread the light of knowledge and wisdom and to kindle the ardour of faith that does justice, by forming men and women for and with others, who are:

• • Academically accomplished
• • Emotionally balanced
• • Morally upright
• • Socially responsible
• • Ecologically sensitive
• • Professionally dedicated

so that they are a powerful force for the transformation of society.