Vol.XXXIII Issue No. 16
September 21— 27, 2015
NORSU first time EELE takers get 100% By Irish Mae S. Cuaresma and Alec Benjamin G. Ramirez
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E G R O S O R I E N TA L S TAT E University (NORSU) recorded a hundred percent passing rate from nine first-time takers of the September 2015 Electrical Engineer Licensure Examination (EELE) as publicized by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) . According to PRC, among the 3,772 EELE takers, only 2,536 passed the said examination including the nine NORSU graduates. They are Ted Angelo Cerdania, Ivy Dela Pena, Jeperjune Lambo, Martin Tagumpay Mayono, Janryll Mongcopa, Gladys Marie Morales, Julio Guiron Quinol, Antonio Trujello and Charess Villalva.
College of Engineering and Architecture (CEA) Dean Josef Vill Villanueva lauded the excellent performance of the graduates saying he is so happy knowing the EELE result. “This year’s result is 20 percent higher than the national passing rate, also better compared to the previous one,” he said. NORSU gained an overall passing rate of 81.82 percent from its 11 total takers including the two retakers who failed the said board exam. NORSU’s overall result is still higher than the national passing rate of 67.16 percent. Having known of the result, a sophomore BS Electrical Engineering (BSEE) student, John Philip Hortelano, said he gets motivated to pursue his course.
“I’m inspired knowing this good news. Sila [EELE passers] maoy angay nga model para sa sunod nga takers,”Hortelano said. Another BSEE student, Josue Araneta, said he is proud of the newly licensed electrical engineers. “Pride pud ni sa NORSU kay bisan lisod ug facilities, pasar ra gihapon. It is also overwhelming kay gihimo sa teachers ang ilang obligation which is to teach them well,” Araneta added. Charess Villalva, one of the passers, said she is very happy of the passers’ victory and she thanked God for guiding them throughout the journey. “The review was not that easy though but we made it, our sleepless nights were worth it,” she added. The EELE was held on September 5-6, 2015 in Manila, Baguio, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, Lucena and Zamboanga.
NORSU joins in NFA campaign ‘I am a Food Guardian’ By John Michael Ausejo
Boosting awareness of conserving rice, the National Food Authority (NFA) initiated its one-week long National Grains Industry Celebration, September 21-26 on its 43rd anniversary in partnership with the Department of Agriculture (DA) and in cooperation with Negros Oriental State University (NORSU) on the information campaign of food guardian at CAS student lounge, September 21. In an interview with TN, Emily Laude Diputado, provincial officer of the NORSU JOINS ... page 4
FUPTA’s 3-storey building soon to open By Syriyl Mae D. Mapili
Reunited! Enduring the camaraderie of whole engineering and architecture students, the College of Engineering and Architecture (CEA) of NORSU showcases their different talents and skills during the 21st CEA Fun day celebration. (Photo by Mayette Hanna F. Diez and Precious Aliboyog)
CNPAHS orients Norsunians on HIVAIDS, teenage pregnancy issues By Kenneth Carlorio S. Surilla and Ritchel T. Noay
THE COLLEGE OF Nursing, Pharmacy and Allied Health Sciences (CNPAHS), in collaboration with Dumaguete City Health Office and NORSU Gender Development office, spearheaded a day-long symposium on HIV-AIDS and teenage pregnancy issues among students from various colleges, September 16 at the university gymnasium. Citing out the rapidly increasing number of HIV cases in the Philippines, keynote speaker
and Dr. Maria Sarah Talla, head, Dumaguete City Health Office discussed the implications of sex education and home-based awareness to the issue. “Commonly in Filipinos at home, sex related things are not discussed, that is why in school, students are thought about sex education to learn more about the consequences,” she said. Meanwhile, another speaker and professor from Silliman University College of Nursing Phoebe Tan highlighted the issue on country’s rampant teenage pregnancy cases and its impact to the perpetrator, family and society. Several students who attended
the symposium express their delight with CNPAHS’ initiative of coming up with the symposium considering its timely significance. BS Criminology student Haiasi Mariam Agustin recounted the event’s cause in fighting the spread of HIV virus to greater mass. “Gipaabot sa seminar nga muprevent jud ta ug premarital sex for there is a possibility that we can get the disease [HIV],” he said. BS Pharmacy student David Ndubuisini commended the college for raising awareness to students who are likely to be affected by the cited issues. “It is a very good educational CNDPHAS ORIENTS ...page 4
THE PHP7 MILLION worth three-storey building of the NORSU Parents and Teachers Association (FUPTA) will open as soon as the furnishing is done this year. As disclosed by FUPTA officer Carlo Tabanlo, the construction of the building is nearing final furnishing tentatively in October or November “Hopefully mga October or November, ma-realize na ang
building. But for now, wala pay other projects due to the lack of funds,” Tabanlo said citing the current state of the association due to the Board of Regents’ (BOR’s) mandate converting association’s fee as a voluntary contibution. According to him, the ground floor of the building will be utilized as the new university clinic, the second floor will be for PTA and other related meetings, while the third floor is for prayer meetings a n d d e v o t i o n a l s o f d i ff e r e n t organizations. FUPTA’S 3-STOREY... to page 4
The soon-to-open NORSU PTA Building. (Photo by Jay Mark T. Umbac)
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September 21— 27, 2015
Then what next?
Grim reaper doesn’t knock the door once Entering college, I already knew that I would be away from home, it got me excited—at first especially that I’m brought up by very strict parents. “At last, Freedom!” That’s what I have in mind— and I know I’m not the only one (as the song says) haha! I am sure of that because most college students are living in boarding houses now—also away from their own households. Though far away from home, I’ve got this feeling of security, maybe because I just don’t mind, until an unexpected event happened. While browsing the net, a headline caught my attention saying, “Girl, 17: found dead in her room”. A friend of mine already told me some details about the brutal incident, but I just disregarded it, thinking that maybe it’s also her fault. But then, as I start reading the online article (by sunstar.com.ph), I realized that I am wrong. Karen Kaye Montebon. Now, the late Karen
Better serve well In my stay here, I can’t cite the difference between having a university head and not having one. But I can say that the university feels spiritless without a real leader; it doesn’t have someone to bear its name and carry out the tasks needed to bring the school to greater heights. I have only been in this institution for a few months but I guess I can share the comfort my fellow Norsunians have. After all, a new university head will be named soon. Five respectable aspirants were recently publicized and they shared their visions for the school and plans for the students. They cited out the changes they are going
Montebon, was raped and slayed in their house, inside her very room. Reading just almost a half of the article made me ask myself, ‘Oh c’mon? Wala na bay safe na lugar diri sa Earth?As I continued reading the article, I came to think “if Karen died inside her room, how can I assure my safety if I’m not even living at home now?” There! I am seriously worried about my safety— also my friends’, reasonably because, I have night classes and there’s a possibility that bad things will happen to me. Maybe in just a matter of time, but NO! I shouldn’t think about it. However, precautionary measures should be observed, not just by girls but also by boys. They say girls are vulnerable, and that boys can handle themselves, but I’m telling you gals, it’s not it. WE—which means all of us is subject to any heinous crime, and you’ll never know until it’ll happen to you. Life is too unpredictable for us to be assertive, we don’t know what the future may bring, and I am quite sure that you, yourself is doubting your safety oftentimes. You’ll never know if the person sitting or walking beside you is the one who’ll soon kill you. Just recently, I’ve watched the movie Heneral Luna and it reminded me of the military tagline “nakahukay na ang isang paa sa lupa”, but let me tell you this, right from the very moment we open our eyes after a night’s sleep, we subject ourselves to death. We are living in this planet Earth, dealing with people we call friends. And every step we take is a step closer to our end. We should be vigilant all the time and bear in mind: “Kalaban na nga ang mga kalaban, kalaban pa ang mga kakampi.”—Heneral Luna to make to boost the reputation of the university. With their history of achievements, it is doubtless they are selfless, dedicated and brave persons determined to hold such responsibility. However, this is where my point comes in. having read the recent history of NORSU, I am worried if such any corruption may happen again. A leader should be trustworthy and noble not to steal money intended for development and stop the whole progress. Didn’t he think about the students affected? They could have learned more if an improvement wasn’t troubled. These five individuals indeed have the capabilities to head this university. NORSU needs someone virtuous not some corrupt opportunist who will cheat or steal. Norsunians need someone open-minded, takes the students’ concerns and cater them with the equipment and teachings they need to change their lives. And last, this institution needs a dedicated person who will nail every words and puts them to actions and bring NORSU to progress. A change is coming along with the appointment of this incoming university president. With this high performing university on the way to meet its guide, huge progress should be expected. Whoever this coming one is, he or she must serve honest and well. THAT PERSON BETTER BE.
It seemed like Negros Oriental State University is already on the run as the search for the next university president commenced, marking the start of this institution’s next thrilling chapter. Recently, five presidential aspirants stood firm and held their guards as they waved the banner of their individual profiles, achievements and things-of-brag-and-pride to the crowd. They spoke of words to justify their wit on progressing their advocacies and platforms to the prowling public preys. They tried to catch the unextending notion of the scrutinizing passersby, tried to convince students who were once procrastinating and unaware, and tried to prove themselves’ worth as they were grilled with questions which answers are yet to be realized. Or maybe not. One dealt with the improvement in our curriculum for us to be globally competitive, especially in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), and that the university must take into consideration the standards the respond to a competitive workplace. Another one cited concerns of the dress code policy, and raising freedom that reflects decency and morale. There was also a highlight mentioned by one of the aspirants with regard to activities like generating funds and that integrity shall be of top most priority. Strategies to advocate sovereignty of expression were also geared on by one of the hopefuls. All of them, for at least once, inculcated character as the main foundation of an institution’s skeleton. A foundation that will, in one way or many ways, shall preserve the rights and uphold the welfare of the many. A foundation that will, and shall, support the whole body towards firmness when inevitable circumstances put its strength at stake. A foundation that if left unattended, left by its own, might bring desolate times to further destruction. They already had their promises. They already shared their thoughts of university development. They already spoke the word and spread it like an airborne secretions that must be grasped by all. They already set sail and bait themselves. But if you were to be asked, will it change things and make it good? Will those spoken hisses patch the unwanted soles of the past and make it better? If the body has chosen, will it make any difference? Or will the unawareness and apathy continue to blur the vision of the enlightened? Are the promises worthy to be realized? Or might they be too good to be true? Are those words sprouted from the mouths of the deserving? Or are they made to make us believe to another set of false hopes? Perhaps one of the five aspirants had it all. Maybe this individual possesses all necessary characters that shall mold not just his or herself, but the betterment of the whole university life in general. Perhaps this individual has the charisma. But who knows? Be aware. Be learned. Participate. Join the quest of the hopefuls.
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As security guards, they shared it is not that easy to work in the institution, for some students are violating the policies. And when their attention is being called, they would smirk and complain to the behavior of the security guards. “Mangita gyud sila ug paagi nga makalusot sila,” they shared.
They seem tough, providing security and orderliness to the University. Their strong, muscular physique won’t give you the idea of poking or messing around with them. And you must have guts to enter the institution while wearing your best beach attire. In their utmost desire of enforcing laws, rules and regulations from the administration, they are being criticized by some students with regard to the inconsistency of dealing with them. But behind the controversies that they are facing right now, you can notice some of them at the gates of NORSU in their uniform, continuing what they have started. “Dili sila permanent ug time, i-exchange nato ilang schedule to be fair to everyone,” Abellon said. Bringing the banner of Alexis Security Agency Provider Philippines Company Incorporated, the following security guards being deployed here in Main Campus 1 and 2 include Rolando Salva Jr., Grewin Bollos, Cardito Tubilla, Renante Banogon, Roderick Agustin, Mechor Banatanto, Regan Larioso, Anton Ray Oracoy, Marlon Denlaoso, Tubato Rodelyn, Edsiel Alar and Harry Amarante.
Assisted by guest security aids, they have three shifts per day, rendering eight hours of duty. “Everybody is assigned to different shifting [of schedule],” she added. Col. Rosalinda Abellon— Director of University Security and Management Office (USMO), was in her tidy office on September 8 when a letter was given to her from The NORSUnian. She really wanted to give answers and mentioned the scene in the CAS- Audio Visual Room (AVR) on August 5— student leaders were preparing for resolutions, campus journalists were chasing stories, concerned students were demanding for answers and the administration vice presidents were advising her towards the behavior of her personnel in dealing with students. For Tubilla, 44, he said that they are just watching over the students as it is an obligation given to them. “Dili mi manghadlok. Depende ra na sa mga gwardiya, siguro.” “Dili tingali tanan. Sa akong pagperform karun, mubuyag ko ug ensakto,” Salva, 37, added.
The undeniable violations In NORSU, students are fond of checking out the latest in fashion, favoring frivolous attires which have little importance to formality. Some girls are fond of wearing shorts, tattered pants, miniskirts, sleeveless shirts, and sandals. On the other hand, boys would love to wear comforting summer attire, and matching his earring would complete their fashion statement. Despite the fact that everyone is aware of the dress code policy, most students are complaining about it because of the security guards’ inconsistent implementation. Meanwhile, the guards reasoned out that some students intended to fool them. They noticed that students would enter in the university in proper attire, but would violate the policy by changing their outfits afterwards. “Dili pud mi kaingun nga naay favor… Kutob sa mahimu namo sa main gate, pangitaan gud namo ug paagi nga masunod ang policy, kasagaran man gud uwaton pud mi sa mga estudyante,” Denlaoso shared. Another policy is the “No ID, No Entry.” In order not to be absent in their classes, students would borrow identification cards from their friends. They would end up using their friends’ ID, fooling the guards and violating the rule. What else have you violated within the premises? If you think those men in uniform are being unfair of implementing the rule, you are not alone. You are one of those who get annoyed every time you see them as you enter the gate of this institution. With a rebellious kind of mindset, you’re probably planning to have a protest against them. If not, what else can you do aside from talking nasty things behind their back? For them, giving special treatment to students at work is a NO because this would mean that they are not effective as law enforcers. “Dili kami ang strikto… Igo ra ming ga-implement sa policy sa NORSU,” said Denlaoso, 37, who added that blaming them for being strict is quite unfair.
A long-term confinement in a particular place is a boring thing. It would cause you to miss the updates from the outside world. It would make you look like an antisocial nerd. Maybe, it wouldn’t for some. Probably, you would love to stay home and sit on your couch for long hours just to face and tap your glaring gadget. As smartphone/tablet users and teenagers in the mobile global revolution, most students would always talk about applications or better known as “apps.” Talking about such, apps are not just produced by foreigners, but also by some Filipino game developers. It is to note that online stores like Google Play and App Store, or social media like Facebook, keep on releasing new applications. As the combination of arts and sciences come to reality, almost everyone can come up with his own version of game. Take time playing any of these apps and realize how competitive Filipino developers are. Seeing the Philippine culture and tradition, the self-proclaimed “Dakilang Gamer” awardees have already witnessed their artwork and appreciate these games a lot. How about you? 10. Manila Rush We l c o m e M a n i l a Rush in to the list. Thanks to the awardwinning developer, Anino Games, Filipinos are given the chance to run through the streets of Metro Manila while avoiding the heavy traffic. The game has its cartoonish rendition of EDSA with road repairs and blockages, and an MRT operating at the side. Far from being stuck in a literal traffic jam, you will be focused on getting your way here as it brings fun and excitement to you. 9. Street Food Tycoon Another hit smartphone application called Streetfood Tycoon, invaded the app industry. The game, which was produced by Kuyi Mobile, lets you master your entrepreneurial skills via a food cart business, allowing you to sell items to different customers.
8. Sago Express Turning it into a favorite game app, Anino Games has made it again. Sago Express— a popular puzzle game, joins the list as it won an award in the Philippine Game Festival 2013 as Best Mobile Game. Game play involves beating the clock as you try to find and remove as many patterns from the board as you can. And the challenge gets even better when patterns become complex as your number of patterns, being found increases. 7. SIPA: Street Kick If you’ve missed your childhood games from the past, a brainchild from Team O.P.S Inc. fits your needs. The game called SIPA: Street Kick, puts you in control of Butchukoy, who loves playing Sipa— a Filipino street hacky sack, throughout the streets of Manila. Aside from a heart-pumping experience, its main purpose is to share and promote the Filipino culture around the world. 6. Patintero Playtime To put back the spirit among the youth in playing street games, Zeenoh games designed Patintero Playtime— a teamwork-and-agility-requiring street game. It allows a one-to-one (human vs. human) game that could make use of your tactics and speed, challenging your wittiness. 5. Juan Tamad Grab the opportunity of helping the legendary “lazy” character, Juan Tamad, get a new palatable image via playing this app, helping him out to do his chores. Use your solving-puzzle skill on the line. Produced by TOOCH Inc., the developers hope to introduce the classic character in a fun and interactive way to you.
4. Grillin’ Pablo Another food business joins the league. In Grillin’ Pablo, your task is to beat Pablo— the smartest street vendor. Win the game with your skills in serving isaw, betamax, and other popular Filipino street foods. And yes, this game was developed by icanhass Inc. Reminder: At the start of every level, you’ll hear a Tagalog line “Hoy, magluto ka na!” 3. Elevator Joe Kuyi Mobile has, again, made its game app to the top ten. As a kind-hearted Filipino, show your kindness by guiding the characters to their intended p l a c e . I f y o u t h i n k i t ’s n o t f u n t o p l a y w i t h t h e elevator, try playing Elevator Joe— a simple-timemanagement-simulation game. 2. Propeller Dog Who says that dogs and squirrels can’t be mortal enemies? Fun Guy Studio proves them wrong. Help Propeller Dog win the battle against the flying squirrel squad in the skies by your greatest flying potential. 1. Pretentious Game Reigning on top is the award-winning app, called Pretentious game. The game has complex themes. During the contest, the game wowed the judges being a little pretentious when it let him play the app, which is about love. It won the Director ’s Choice Award at the San Francisco’s Casual Connect in 2013, and participated the Independent Game Festival (IGF) in 2014.
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DepEd NegOr launches 1 st Big Books exhibit By Maria Dominique P. Ferrolino
IN ACCORDANCE WITH the implementation of the K-12 program, the Department of Education (DepEd) Negros Oriental Division launches its K-12 localized instructional materials or Big Books exhibit entitled “Stories and Legends”at the Negros Oriental Convention Centre on September 10. Officials, principals and teachers from the 700 schools of the Division of Negros Oriental, headed by the provincial division schools superintendent Dr. Salustiano Jimenez, attended the said launching. Among the guests were Gov. Roel Degamo, Vice Gov. Edward Mark Macias and some board members. “With the use of the Big Books, students will learn the value of books and reading. It also enhances and develops their skills
and it promotes reading habit,” Jimenez said in an interview with The NORSUnian (TN). “As the province is rich in culture, the books in the exhibit include the stories and legends of the barangays in each district”, he added. According to the superintendent, this initiative is in response to RA 10533 where the production and development of locally-produced teaching and learning materials are encouraged. “These books shall be deposited in our Library hub and we allow schools to have them borrowed. It is for us to know also the stories from other places,” he said. Students from the different universities, including Negros Oriental State University (NORSU), viewed the said divisioninitiated exhibit.
Students commend “Dili na lisod pag-visualize sa estudyante kay naa ray picture sa big book ug sayon ra maka-relate kay it’s about legends sa ginikanan sa mga barangay,” education student Carl Baya said. “The Big book exhibit was really good and it was very helpful especially to us future educators,” third year student Gerafe Claro mentioned. Like Claro, Gracelyn Enopia and Jewelren Enquilino found the exhibit educational and interesting. Since big books are used in delivering a lesson, the exhibit gave them an idea on how to come up with effective instructional materials. This project is the first of its kind nationwide and for the next years, Jimenez wishes to expand the coverage of the stories and legends for students to enjoy.
This was the last line that once hurt my inner soul – not until I already accepted the situation. It was in my elementary years since we had our first activity with the students and parents – both with mom and dad. I was inquisitive then, asking myself; ‘Where’s my father?’ And the moment of silence unremittingly hushing, hastening until today. Years had passed by summer and typhoon, I still haven’t had reckoned out who really my father is – how does he look like in real flesh. Of course, who wouldn’t love to have a real father? You know, being there for you through ups and downs; giving you sincere and genuine advices; embracing you tightly and firmly; willing to die for you no matter what. These are just some of the things that I keep on searching and still finding. But it seems, life, by all means, is taking away all my simplest wishes. Yes, I do have a stepfather [my sister’s real dad] – who supports me all the way but only financially and not morally. I am not insecure with my sister; I don’t complain; I am just disappointed. Those are just temporary things compared to a moral support a son could ever have from a father. To excerpt the story and maintain brevity, it was on my 17th birthday, April 21st when we exchanged our first conversation thru Skype. Yes, my real dad and I. Well, it was a priceless gift I have ever received in my life. The joy, the happiness, the satisfaction – these things were exemplified during our first conversation. My mother was elated that finally, I have found the missing man in my life. As time goes by, I hid something about my mother that until now is still a big white lies. I lied to her that my father recognized me as his son – legally – though he didn’t – he refused so. I lied everything to her. I lied for the reason that I couldn’t even imagine my mom being hurt seeing her son hurt, as well.
Countless of moments had passed, there was this English teacher way back in my second year college days who asked me; ‘If you were given a chance to ask your father one single question, what it would be?’ I, then, easily replied, ‘Why?’ She added, ‘Why why?’ I answered with a teary-eye minute, ‘Why says a thousand of questions ma’am.’ It was only I realized that I’m half a heart without him. Yes, I couldn’t even deny that I get jealous every time I see a complete family laughing, bonding together. I am, by now, I think, is the saddest person you’ll ever know that is why I love expressing myself joking, bantering around with my friends. But behind these things that I always show is a different world and situation to tell. On one unexpected event, I was diagnosed last January with a heart condition. My dreams were shattered like a broken glass that fortuitously fell on the floor. I had to stop schooling for six months and go back to my hometown [Batangas] for an immediate rest. I’m afraid that I could not even meet who really my father is; who’s not been there with me the time I was battling for my life at the hospital; who’s not been there with me in my past two graduation days; who’s not been there to celebrate my birthday with me for 21 years and still; who’s not been there with me when I badly needed a shoulder to lean on when I feel desolate – and someone who will complete the missing puzzle that I’m always been quenching, puzzling about. And now, I live with a heart disease – that maybe, I’m afraid that one day my eyes will close and let me stop to breathe anytime by now. But still, I have to live with high hopes and positive outlook in life. Wait for me dad, our fate will nearly meet one day – if not in this world – at least on the other side. One day. MikAus is an avid fan of geography.
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NFA in Negros Oriental and current Information Officer, said: “Our main objective is to let everyone to take part and do an action on how to conserve rice para hindi magsayang ng bigas ang mga tao; we are committed not to waste rice and we chose NORSU kay it’s a government school.” Based on the NFA statistics, it is found out that in 2010, the Philippines has wasted 13 percent of the total rice imports of the same year which is equivalent to 6.2 billion or the consumption of nearly 2.6 million Filipinos a year. “Importante talaga na mag save ng rice kasi in every two tablespoons of rice wastage that is equivalent to nine uncooked rice daily; like I said, 2.6 million Filipinos ang nagugutom nyan a year,” Diputado said. On the other hand, students, as well as faculty and staff,
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had taken part of the said celebration to help and preserve more rice together with signing up for the movement as volunteers as mandated by the NFA’s central office. Maria Nica Galsim, a first year student of BS Pharmacy, expressed, “Tsada sya nga event kay para ma-aware pud ta unsay importance anang rice – kay daghag rice na atong gi usik-usikan pero wala ta kabalo na daghan pu’g tao ang wala ga kaon.” Glynnwar Castro II, a first year student of BS Nursing, said, “Na overwhelmed ko kay ang NORSU ilang gi-chose since daghag students na active diria and as well as it’s a public school so daghan jud mo take part ani nga celebration.” Aldeon James Clavicillas, a first year student of BS Pharmacy, mentioned that he was enlightened about the said activity so as to help more Filipinos in conserving rice.
However, as Tabanlo clarified, the floor plan is not yet fixed considering possible changes and requests from colleges to utilize some of the rooms for classes. “Actually there was a suggestion especially from the College of Criminal Justice Education that the upper part of the building should be used as a classroom but it will still depend on the PTA Board of Director’s decision,” he said. CNDPHAS ORIENTS ...from page 1
topic to the students so that they can be aware of things to do and what to do in case they can face the same cases related to the topic discussed,” he said. The seminar was sponsored by Gender Development Office of NORSU in line with the theme “Raising Awareness on Adolescence Health Issues.”
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