By: Joice M. Florentino
| Contestants for the Ka-Vogue Attire dressed in white
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The Bachelor of Science in Office Administration faculty and students conducted their 10th Office Administration Day with the theme "BSOA Unites for Success: Sharpening Knowledge on Office Environment in Today's Fast-Paced World" at the campus gymnasium, April 2.
In her opening remarks during the opening program, Prof. Frocy M. Navarrosa, BSOA program coordinator, expressed her delight for having celebrated the 10th year of the curricular program amid the hot weather.
"Despite the heat, we are blessed especially the department because we are celebrating the 10th year. It’s been a decade!" she said.
Satellite College Director Dr. Adelfo Z. Virtudazo also delivered an inspirational message.
The one-day affair has lined up various activities like food expo, fashion show, and seminar.
BSOA 3 students showcased food products in relation to their Entrepreneurial Behavior and Competencies course.
To add entertainment to the activity, selected students from the different curricular years and sections showcased their talents in ramp modelling wearing different outfits like school uniform, office attire, denim attire, and Ka-Vogue outfit.
Standouts in each category were chosen by the faculty and non-academic personnel who served as judges.
Uniform
1st Place- Mariette Inocencio
2nd Place- Ma. Aila Facsoy
3rd Place- Alvin Templado
Office Attire
1st Place- Missy Lamayo
2nd Place: Khate Marie Remegio
3rd Place: John Anthony Zabala
Denim Attire
1st Place- Minnette Villareal
2nd Place- Myca Olaso
3rd Place- Jayde Niño Cantillon
Ka-Vogue Attire
1st Place- Julius Estocada
2nd Place- Tetchie Pelongco
3rd Place- Queennie Patricio
Skills contents were conducted days before the celebration. Winners were also announced during the program.
Keyboarding
1st Place- Elaiza Demabildo
2nd Place- Cristine Joy Valguna
3rd Place- Mia Soriano
Stenography
1st Place- Jayde Niño Cantillon
2nd Place- Ma. Aila Facsoy
3rd Place- Arnie Turan
In the afternoon, BS Office Administration students attended a seminar on office etiquette and managing mental stress at work.
The topic entitled "The Power of Work Ethics: The Key to Success" was taken up by Prof. Jumar Q. Apoyo, who served as the resource speaker.
His discussion included the following: Understanding Work Ethics, Benefits of Work Ethics in an Organization, Office Etiquettes 101, and Hanging Stress at Work.