10/10/2026
CTU CONSOLACION CELEBRATES PROJECT GUGMA CULMINATION IN PARTNERSHIP WITH BARANGAY JUGAN
Cebu Technological University–Consolacion Campus, through its Extension Services, held the culmination of Project GUGMA sa Pagbasa Phase 3.0 for Batch 2 beneficiaries on October 10, 2026, at the CTU Consolacion Gymnasium. Organized in partnership with Barangay Jugan, the celebration brought together beneficiaries, community partners, faculty members, and student volunteers, highlighting the university’s commitment to supporting learning beyond the classroom. The event also marked the closing of Project REBYU for its second batch of beneficiaries, with Barangays Tayud and Nangka joining the broader extension partnership.
The program opened with prayer and patriotic hymns, followed by the opening remarks delivered by Mr. Lyndon M. Adolfo, Sports & Culture Chairperson.The scheduled project impressions featured Dr. Donna Mae S. Tagsip for Project GUGMA sa Pagbasa 3.0 and Dr. Himeji-Ken V. Delapeña for Project REBYU. These segments provided an opportunity to reflect on the initiatives and the shared efforts of the university and its partner communities in supporting educational development.
A highlight of the culmination was the distribution of certificates, recognizing the participation and contributions of those involved in the extension initiatives. The program also included messages of commitment from partner barangay leaders, including Hon. Antonietto O. Pepito, Barangay Captain of Jugan, alongside representatives of Tayud and Nangka. Barangay Jugan’s partnership underscored the value of cooperation between local government and the academe in bringing learning opportunities closer to the community.
Behind Project GUGMA and Project REBYU is a dedicated Community Extension Team composed of Donna Mae S. Tagsip, Joemar T. Miñoza, Elenita A. Apas, Sarah Jane A. Colina, Arvin B. Salera, Luz P. Roldan, Himeji-Ken V. Delapeña, Rogelio C. Sala Jr., Mary C. Pepito, Kenny A. Kiamco, Rielouie T. Angtud, Grace B. Luna, Ivy P. Garcia, Ian Niño A. Judaya, Lyndon Adolfo, Jovissa Q. Baculpo, Julie-Anne T. Godinez, and Cristina M. Vanzado. Their collective service and collaboration with the partner barangays reflect CTU Consolacion’s commitment to bringing education closer to communities and supporting learners through meaningful extension initiatives.
The closing activities featured acknowledgments by Dr. Kenny A. Kiamco, Extension Chair, and closing remarks by Dr. Elenita A. Apas, Dean of the College of Education, Arts and Sciences and Project Leader. The celebration recognized the collective work of the community extension team, faculty members, student volunteers, and barangay partners. Guided by the spirit of gugma, or love, the initiative reflected how education and community service can unite people around a shared commitment to helping learners grow.