Dr. Tseilhoutuo Rhütso stresses holistic education at Alder College event

DIMAPUR — Alder College celebrated its 33rd freshers’ day at Dr. Setu Memorial Hall, Alder College, Kohima, on Monday, with MLA Dr. Tseilhoutuo Rhütso as the guest of honour.

According to a DIPR report, Dr. Rhütso, in his speech, conveyed that education is the most vital part of one’s life for achieving success, citing the famous phrase, ‘Try ignorance if you think education is expensive’. He further stressed the importance of holistic education to enhance skills and refine oneself.

He highlighted his background and the struggles he faced during his student years, stating that dedication towards one’s aim in life is most important, alongside time management and a positive attitude.

He further encouraged the students to work diligently and graduate as capable individuals rather than mere degree holders, noting that while there may be endless possibilities, nothing comes easily.

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Principal of Alder College, Dr. Medotsino T Nakhro, in her address, said that this is a special phase in one’s academic life, marking the beginning of an exciting journey into higher education.

Highlighting the college’s background, she mentioned that Alder College was founded in 1992 and received acknowledgement from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) in 2016 and again in February 2025 during the second NAAC assessment, when it was awarded B+ grade status.

She emphasised that the institution prioritises the pursuit of academic excellence, value-based education, and the importance of social learning, which is not confined to textbooks but offers a wide range of courses across departments, including skill-based and value courses, designed to nurture intellectual curiosity and prepare students for the future.

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She stated that, beginning with the present academic session, Alder College has introduced the four-year degree programme in six disciplines, becoming the first college in Kohima district to adopt the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP) structured under National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The college has also introduced Tenyidie as a major subject.

She added that the college has always upheld traditional values and ethos, which is evident from its co-curricular and extracurricular activities. The college has also adopted Naga wrestling as one of its best practices. Since 2013, it has featured Naga wrestling during its annual sports week.

Nakhro urged each student to demonstrate strong discipline and consistent effort in their academic pursuits, make the most of their time by building strong relationships, engage in extracurricular activities, and strive for excellence in all aspects.