By Janela A. Ponce
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Students took a moment to celebrate and recognize the invaluable contributions of their professors and the non-academic staff during the “Pagkilala: Teaching ang Non-teaching Personnel Appreciation Day,” Oct. 17.
Organized by the Supreme Student Council (SSC), in cooperation with the Future Leaders of the Philippines (FLP), the activity aimed to give recognition to the “everyday heroes in education” for their significant contributions and for being such an integral part of Capiz State University-Mambusao Satellite College.
Students showcased their talents and provided entertainment to the delight of the audience especially the honorees.
All departments made video presentations to give tribute and express their love to their respective professors.
As a gesture of their gratitude and love, students offered gifts and tokens to each of the teaching and non-teaching personnel. Each one came up the stage to receive their gifts.
A feeling of awe washed over the crowd as the Kalingawan Performing Arts Group serenaded the faculty and staff, while other students approached their beloved professors on their seats to personally give their other gifts and tokens.
To add excitement to the affair, SSC officers conferred special awards based on the personality, responsibilities, habits, and behaviors of the faculty and staff members.
Friendly Spirit Award – Anntoniete A. Fuentes
Listening Ear Award – Ma. Relie V. Aguilos
Scene Stealer Award- Janice D. Ballera
Snack Time Hero Award- Jolly Irish V. Lariza and Nino Dela Ceña
Karaoke King- Maricor L. Tinagan
Karaoke Queen- Janice D. Ballera
Dancing Queen- Anntoinete A. Fuentes
Meticulous Maestra Award- Julie V. Dalida
Lens Legend Award- Freden S. Delgado
Dream Big Award- Ma. Aurora G. Victoriano
Social Architect Award- Lida Corcino
Hawak Kamay Award- Meschel Marcos and Judith L. Vista
Ray of Sunshine Award- Anntoniete A. Fuentes
Gratitude Guru Award- Lalaine E. Ricardo
Digital Alchemist Award- Leo B. Pula and Neptali O. Espartero
Morning Glory Award- Virginia J. Magbanua and Joselito L. Lava
Midnight Owl Award- Olga L. Llanera
Grace Under Pressure- Lecel O. Bobier
The Eco-Warrior Award- Jose V. Estocada Jr., Marlon L. Lindog, Wilson L. Luces, James S. Licanto, and Johnny L. Villa
Defender of the Universe- Jose L. Linda, Exelon H. Olano, and Federico E. Olete Jr.
Kaleidoscope Award- Marife R. Hilapad
Campus Charmer- Nicolas V. Braña Jr.
Go That Extra Mile Award- Olga L. Llanera
Aphrodite’s Essence- Lillibeth G. Leonor
Idea Embracer Award- Ramy Lloyd L. Lotilla
Hidden Gem Award- James S. Licanto and Marilyn A. Vispo
Mr. Braniac Award- June Rey Garbosa
Ms. Braniac Award- April Joy A. Esteves
Golden Pillar Award- Ma. Aurora G. Victoriano, Frocy M. Navarrosa, Marife R. Hilapad, and Jelly L. Paredes
Mr. Indispensable Award- Freden S. Delgado
Ms. Indispensable Award- Olga L. Llanera
FLP President Sarah Marie E. Asis was emotional when she delivered her closing remarks.
Teeming with delight and gratitude, Asis expressed her heartfelt appreciation for the guidance and support she had received throughout her academic journey.
She emphasized the importance of the teachers as they are “the ones who guide and support us.”
This year’s event evoked that the celebration was not just about honoring teachers, but also about the collective effort of the entire student body.