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St. Joseph’s College Colombo turns 128 – By Maruthai Ravindhiran The purpose for which St. Joseph’s was founded was to give Christian  students the best education as per the Motto, “In Scientia et Virtute” Source : dailymirror St. Joseph’s College, Colombo 10, was founded on March 2, 1896 College day is celebrated on March 19 Today March 19, St. Joseph’s College, Colombo 10 one of Sri Lanka’s leading schools celebrates its 128th anniversary.  Founded on March 2, 1896, the College Day is celebrated on March 19 which is also the feast of the patron saint, St. Joseph. The architect of the renowned institution was Dr. Christophe- Etienne Bonjean, the first Archbishop of Colombo who was also instrumental in fulfilling the need for a Catholic college. He did not live to see his dream realized. However, he had appointed for the project, men who knew his mind and his plan and were capable ...