SSC, FLP initiate 2-day leadership training

by Nesde June Sasi

The Supreme Student Council and Future Leaders of the Philippines of Capiz State University – Pontevedra Campus organized the two-day leadership training with the theme Paghanas: Strengthening Leadership Success through Synergy amidst Divisive Society at Capiz State University-Pontevedra, September 13-14.

"Convince your followers, not yourself, not your superior, and not your professor, but your followers that you are worthy of being followed. Always remember that leadership is about growing leaders. Your position is just temporary. Sooner or later, you will be replaced with new leaders thus, you have to walk your talk and serve with passion and commitment and a strong sense of responsibility," Dr. Honey Lee E. Casa, the Campus Administrator, pointed out during her opening remarks.

Participants were randomly divided into seven groups called the unity squads to better develop their leadership and collaboration skills. They were tasked to make their unique cheers and yells and hand-made flags using water-based paints to represent their unity squad.

Meanwhile, Dr. Briddo V. Dorado, retired Professor of CapSU Pontevedra, who served as the first speaker of the training, discussed the parliamentary procedure-- what it is all about, how it is done, the different components, and the execution of its basic classification.

Dr. Harold O. Buenvenida, the second speaker, discussed stress management. He encouraged participants to think in a much deeper sense about how they can handle the pressure being thrown by their respective positions in the different organizations they are connected with.

Mr. John Rey Delos Santos, former FLP president, tackled ‘The 21st Century Leaders Adopting New Normal' on the second day of the training.

The team-building activity highlighted the event. With seven stations, the leadership and team collaboration of each unity squad was tested and strengthened. They have to think critically, plan purposively, and act carefully to surpass and gain the highest points possible for each obstacle.

Participating leaders were able to share their insights and reflections about the two-day leadership training. Their takeaways will serve as their guide to effectively function as student leaders. 

Dr. Aleta Rose A. Onglatco, the Chair of the Office of Student Services, emphasized in her closing remarks that the true essence of leadership is to empower others to become leaders.

Photo courtesy: CapSU Pontevedra SSC Facebook Page