Patron Saint of St. Anthony’s Institutions
The ideal of St. Anthony of Padua

St. Anthony of Padua is a Portuguese Catholic Saint, born in 1195. Born in a very rich family of nobility, he wanted to be a popular man, in the eyes of the world. Hence, his family arranged sound education for him at the local cathedral school. But God's plan was different. Against the wish of his family, Anthony entered the Augustinian Abbey of St. Vincent on the outskirts of Lisbon. He studied Scripture and Latin classics.

After his ordination to priesthood, Anthony was strongly attracted to the simple Gospel lifestyle of the Franciscan friars. In February 1220, news arrived that the five Franciscans had been martyred in Morocco. Anthony meditated on the heroism of these Franciscans. He wanted to obey God's call to leave everything and follow him.

In the Franciscan Order, he became a popular preacher of the Gospel. At the Papal court, his preaching was hailed as a "Jewel case of the Bible". Saint Anthony died on 13 June, 1231 at the age of 36. When he passed away, it is said that the children cried in the streets and that all the bells of the churches rang on their own accord, rung by angels come to earth to honor the death of the Saint. He is known to have become the "quickest" saint in the history of the Catholic Church. St. Anthony of Padua is also known as 'Miracle Worker'. People plead for his intercession in times of difficulty. May St. Anthony intercede for us and God bless our Institution.

As you step into the portals of the St. Anthony's Institutions be committed, convinced, disciplined, determined and dedicated to achieve the goal, the goal of a better tomorrow, the goal of your future. Every best with God's blessings!

"We are living in an information driven society which bombards us indiscriminately with data, all treated as being equal in importance, and which leads to remarkable superficiality in the area of moral discernment. In response, we need to provide an education which teaches critical thinking and encourages the development of mature moral values."                                            - Pope Francis

A glimpse of St. Anthony’s Institutions
"A Unique Campus for Quality Education & Academic Excellence"

St. Anthony's Institutions (Darshan College) Bengaluru, is run by the Capuchin Franciscan Fathers of the Holy Trinity Province of Karnataka. It was established in 2009 with a view to providing the best in academics for students in Commerce, Computers, Business Management and Administration by preparing them to qualify and succeed in various highly competitive career streams. The Institutions include St. Anthony's Pre-University College, Darshan College of Commerce and Management and Darshan College Hostel. It is a home away from home, with excellent hostel facilities, infrastructure and dedicated teaching staff who mould, mend and form the future of the Nation and of the Globe. It has a learning environment and a fraternal ambiance where one feels welcomed and comfortable. It is an institution which treats everyone equally with respect and honor regardless of gender, religion, ethnic origin and nationality. The Education imparted in this institute is an ongoing process and continuous commitment for the emancipation of the humankind. Hence it nurtures, invests, cultivates and develops young minds and their talents so that the future generation remains always creative, innovative and responsible for the economic and social growth of the Nation and of the Globe.

"An abode of wisdom that ensures HOLISTIC DEVELOPMENT to the Leaders of Tomorrow..."

Mission
The Mission of this Institute is succinctly expressed in the motto: "Jnanenaiva Vimukti" Liberation through Enlightenment. The Truth will set you Free. We take upon ourselves the task of accompanying the youth of our society in order to guide them to their true freedom through holistic education.

"Try not to become a man of success. Rather become a man of value."
- Albert Einstein

Vision
The noble goal of this Institute is "Global Vision, Noble Mission: Born to Excel as Global Leaders". The Management and the Staff aim to form and educate global citizens with noble hearts and noble minds. We assist the students to become responsible global citizens both with their dynamic personality and their awareness of being members of a community in which they can grow intellectually, physically, spiritually and morally.

"Nurturing the culture of excellence a dream towards your destiny."

On Road to Academic Excellence

Dear Students,
Welcome to St. Anthony’s PU College & Darshan College of Commerce & Management. You are entering another landmark in the journey of life. We are sure you will cherish every moment of these two precious years as stepping stones into success. These are wonderful years of progression in life - full with commitment, perseverance, hard work and inspiration. All these are to equip, to compete and to succeed in life. You need to transform yourself to meet the challenges of the Corporate World and be the best Global Leaders of tomorrow. St.Anthony's Institution is committed to materialize all your dreams and aspirations. We continuously strive to establish the state-of-the-art infrastructure, most competent faculty engagement, curricular, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities to equip you to be the best leaders of tomorrow. You will find a number of events and activities in house and outside the campus that will definitely open new vistas to a wide range of opportunities. We nurture effective industry­academia interaction by inviting the industry veterans to the campus. The college invests in enriching library source books and E-Learning Resource Centre for research and extra learning. Make best use of all these opportunities and keep yourselves abreast of happenings around the world.


Have strong faith in God. As you step into this temple of learning be focused. Dedicate your entire self for an intellectual pursuit, critical thinking and blissful transformation. Introspect every day the path you have trodden. As the most inspiring Robert Frost in his poem "The road less travelled by" radiates the mission & vision of everyone, "The woods are lovely, dark and deep; but I have promises to keep; and miles and miles to go before I sleep; and miles and miles to go before I sleep."

You have joined St. Anthony’s PU College & Darshan College of Commerce & Management to create intellectual capital through exemplary value based system which alone is capable of materializing professional growth and personal development. The main objective of the college is to promote the pursuit of intellectual growth, to understand the natural and social environments, to develop moral and spiritual values so that one is enabled to face real life situations. May the motto of the College "Global vision, noble mission; Born to excel as Global Leaders" be realized in your Life. Wishing you every best, God Bless us all!

"Great Dreams of great dreamers are always transcended"
Dr. Abdul Kalam.


St. Anthony’s PU College & Darshan College is committed to take you beyond classrooms towards greater learning experiences.
“to educate….to empower….to explore….to excel”

Rev. Dr. Fr. John Alwyn Dias
President, CEB

Rev. Fr. Victor D’ Souza
Executive Secretary, CEB.,
Director,
St. Anthony’s Institutions,

Rev. Fr. Joy D’ Souza
Principal,
Darshan College
St. Anthony’s Institutions