20/08/2024
๐๐ฎ๐ ๐ฒ๐๐ฐ ๐๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐๐๐จ๐ฌ!
๐๐ฅ๐ ๐ฆ๐จ-๐ง๐ฎ๐บ๐ฝ๐ถ๐น๐ถ๐๐ฎ๐ป ๐ผ๐ณ๐ณ๐ถ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฎ๐น๐น๐ ๐ผ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐๐ฌ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฐ-๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฑ
Jose Rizal Memorial State University-Tampilisan Campus officially opened the Academic Year 2024-2025 with "Hugyaw Ilustrados!" program, held at the campus mini-gym. The program brought together students, faculty, and staff for a celebration of new beginnings and academic spirit.
The event kicked off early with participants assembling for a campus-wide parade. Representatives from various student groups and colleges, including ROTC, Supreme Student Government (SSG), and different departments, showcased their enthusiasm and school pride.
Upon entering the venue, the program began with a grand entrance featuring key university officials, students, faculty, and administrative staff. Then, the eventโs formalities followedโsetting a dignified tone for the ceremony.
The introduction of colleges, each accompanied by spirited yells, energized the crowd and highlighted the unity and diversity within the campus. Dr. Gemarie E. Baquiller, Associate Dean of Student Affairs and Services, warmly welcomed everyone and thanked them for choosing JRMSU-Tampilisan as their university.
Meanwhile, Dr. Merlyn N. Luza, the Campus Director, delivered an inspiring message highlighting some of the university's previous achievements.
Moreover, the Top 3 highest entrance exam takers were also recognized, namely: Nick B. Campasas from the School of Criminal Justice Education (SCJE) garnering an average of 96%, Marife C. Cabalida from the College of Teacher Education (CTEd) with 96%, and Maristilla A. Turtor also from SCJE with an average of 95%.
Then, an important announcement from the Student Electoral Commission (SELECOM) followed, leading into the closing remarks by Joeseff P. Ruiz, SSG Adviser, who officially concluded the event.
Overall, "Hugyaw Ilustrados!" not only marked the start of a new academic year but also a celebration of community, achievement, and the collective spirit that defines JRMSU-Tampilisan.
Words by Janierica Layogue
Layout by Randyll Jhon Recto
Photos by Jotham Geraldez