27/07/2026
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The College of Information Sciences (CIS) welcomed its incoming freshmen during its General Assembly and Freshmen Orientation held on July 22, 2026, at the university gymnasium.
The event brought together freshmen, continuing students, faculty members, college officials, and student leaders for a day of learning and community building.
The freshmen were officially welcomed through the welcome remarks before the introduction of the college officials, administrative staff, department chairs, and other key personnel. The department chairs also presented the college's academic programsโBachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS), Bachelor of Science in Development Communication (BSDC), and Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT).
Then, Dr. Elizabeth A. Lascano, Dean of the College, delivered a keynote message encouraging students to pursue academic excellence and actively participate in college activities. Bernice B. Bulalin, College Secretary, discussed the college's Vision and Mission as well as the academic policies and expectations to guide students throughout their academic journey.
The second part of the program focused on the Gender and Development (GAD) Orientation, led by Dr. Lascano. She highlighted gender equality and equity, as well as gender and s*x roles. She also emphasized respect within the university community. She concluded with the statement, "Be the change of what you like to be. Coming together is a beginning, keeping together is progress, working together is success."
This was followed by the Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability Orientation conducted by the Pollution Control Officer, Kevin P. Titiwa, which emphasized environmental responsibility and sustainable practices on campus. "Sustainability doesn't need heroic effort. It gets easier when good choices become habits. Think about how a habit starts. First, something reminds you to do itโlike seeing a flat piece of plastic on the ground or in the street. Then, you take action: you pick up the plastic and put it in a trash can. Finally, you get a small reward, a feeling of satisfaction or accomplishment. And because you've done it so many times, it's just what you do. You have built a habit," he emphasized.
The final part of the event featured the CIS Student Government General Assembly. Outgoing Recognized Student Organization (RSO) officers and advisers were recognized for their service and accomplishments through the awarding of certificates. Newly appointed advisers and incoming student government officers were then introduced and officially installed through a turnover ceremony and oath-taking. The recognized student organizationsโBody of Young Technologists (BYTE), Development Communication Society (DCS), Library Information Science Association (LISA), and The Hyperlinkโwere also introduced to encourage freshmen to actively participate in campus organizations.
Additionally, the CIS Student Government presented its Constitution and By-Laws, followed by the discussion of proposed amendments and ratification. Students were also oriented on membership contributions, including the membership fee, its purpose, transparency measures, accountability, informed consent, and the collection process. The student government's action plan and upcoming activities were then presented. An open forum allowed students to ask questions and clarify concerns before the event concluded with closing remarks from the CIS Student Government Co-Adviser and a closing prayer.
As the new academic year begins, the orientation reaffirmed the college's commitment to empowering students with the knowledge, guidance, values, and opportunities they need to thrive both academically and personally.
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