Mokokchung College of Teacher Education holds annual award and advent Christmas celebration

DIMAPUR — The Mokokchung College of Teacher Education (MCTE), Yimyu, hosted its annual award ceremony-cum-advent Christmas celebration on the theme “Joy in expectation” on November 26.

According to an update, the programme began with an invocation by Dembo Longchar, followed by “My Christmas Story” shared by Zulumongla Jamir.

A key highlight of the event was the seasonal address delivered by Pastor Majem Longkumer, director of Shalom Ministry, Nagaland. Centring his message on the theme, he stated that true joy is deeply rooted not merely in celebration but in the hope, assurance, and promise of Christ’s coming. He reminded the gathering that ‘advent’ invites believers to wait joyfully, not passively, but with hearts prepared, grateful, and expectant.

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The session also featured a musical offering by Keleu Tsuhah and an appreciation message by Imsujungla Tzudir, general secretary, MCTESU.

The second session was hosted by Cikumla Chang and Y Moatemjen. The programme included the ‘Harmonic Yuletide Challenge’ and creative festive presentations from semester 1 and semester 3 student teachers.

Awards were presented to recognise achievement and dedication among student teachers. Imtikumzuk Jamir received the Most Promising Student Teacher Award (Batch 2023–25), and Tiajungla Jamir was recognised as the University Topper (Top 15).