Healthy family cohesion, a strength of a family – Dr. Dangan

by John Paul L. Araneta

Capiz State University Pontevedra Campus holds a joint team-building activity, and Faculty and Employee Appreciation Day with a theme, “Pagpaambit kag Paghiliusa: Isa ka Pamilya nga Nagabuylog kag Naga-ululupod para sa Serbisyo sang Tagsa-tagsa,” on September 29, 2022, at CapSU Pontevedra gymnasium.

Dr. Honey Lee E. Casa, the Campus Administrator, delivered her opening remarks focusing on the significance of holding a Family Day as an opportunity for everyone to reflect on the importance of spending quality time with our co-workers and colleagues.

The Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Susan O. Dangan, served as the resource speaker who talked about the value of family cohesiveness.

“No matter how small you can be, as part of the organization, you can always share to make your organization rich and to make your family rich.  Hindi man lang sa mga material things we can measure the richness, the happiness of a family. Healthy family cohesion is our strength as a family,” Dr. Dangan said.

The University President, Dr. Editha C. Alfon, served as the inducting officer of the newly elected Teachers and Employees Association (TEA).

“I know that you are working so hard for the improvement of the university. We are well known in the Top 10 for having the most number of accredited programs and we will hope we can maintain the standard. They are working for the ISO re-certification of our university and we are enjoying the fruits of our labor for having our board examinees in the top 10,” Dr. Alfon said during her inspirational message.

The newly hired personnel and the retirees were presented by Dr. Pet Roana B. Batacandolo, HRMO Designate. Certificates and a token were awarded to the retirees as a gesture of appreciation for the meritorious and dedicated services rendered to the university.

The newly inducted TEA President, Dr. Rossandrew B. Villaruel, gave his message to the retirees and Prof. Danilo Dillera responded on behalf of the retirees.

“To all of you, our retirees, congratulation! Capiz State University, specifically, Pontevedra, is always open to you, and CapSU is always grateful for the services that you have rendered. You are part of our family,” Dr. Villaruel stated.

Meanwhile, Dr. Carmelo Adrian Almeida, Medical Officer III, did the health check and discussed some of the common illnesses and their underlying symptoms. He emphasized that he is always open to catering to the consultation needs of the faculty and staff.

Finally, during team building activities, Laro ng Lahi games were prepared. There were four (4) color-coded groups competing. In the Cheer Dance competition, Red Team was declared champion, while Yellow Team won in Sack Race and Dakop2 Baboy. Blue Team was hailed overall champion as the team emerged victorious in Tug of War, Saw-a Itlog Ko, and Crab Tying.

Photo courtesy from: CapSU Association of Physical Education Students (CAPEdS Facebook page.