COE reintroduces education days 2022

by Carl Christian Ramos

The College of Nursing commenced Student Nurses’ Days 2022, titled “Layag: Patungo sa Tagumpay,” bannering the theme, “Sustaining and Nurturing Compassionate and Caring Perpetualite Nurses,” last October 26 to 28, 2022. This year's Student Nurses' Days were held face-to-face for the first time in three years, primarily at the Ernesto Palanca Crisostomo (EPC) Hall, with ball games at the Junior Business High School Court and some indoor games and contests at the New College Building.

Ma. Imelda O. Javier, Dean of the College of Nursing, delivered the opening remarks, followed by Dr. Arnaldo S. De Guzman, School Director, who gave an inspirational message to the nursing students.

A eucharistic celebration was held to jumpstart the Student Nurses' Days, which amplified the meaning of this year's theme and gave the opportunity to bless the recent BS Nursing graduates prior to taking the Philippine Nurse Licensure Examination scheduled this November, 2022.

The much-awaited Mr. and Ms. Nightingale 2022 brought together nursing students, mostly elected muses and escorts from all year levels, who exemplify intelligence, beauty, and purpose. Among these students, first-year candidates John Marie Ramos and Ashley Manansala stood out and won the title Mr. and Ms. Nightingale 2022.

Ramos and Manansala are expected to champion their advocacies and participate in initiatives such as community health and community outreach projects. Moreover, they have the opportunity to represent their college in the next Mr. and Ms. University 2023 during the University Week.

On one hand, amateur singers sang their hearts out during "The Voice of Student Nurses," a singing competition wherein Zymone Lois Balasa, a third-year BS Nursing student, successfully defended a back-to-back feat for her batch.

"It is very unexpected for me, it's been 7 years since I last performed on stage, and I really can't believe that I managed to deliver my song properly," Balasa shared.

She further said that she would like to extend her gratitude to her classmates and friends who cheered her on, as well as those who believed in her and encouraged her to participate in the competition.

Meanwhile, the talent and wits of nursing students were put to test as the annual TikTok competition, Family Feud, and Nursing Quiz Bee were also held during the Student Nurses' Days celebration.

Moreover, teams from all year levels of the Nursing department battled it out on the court in both basketball and volleyball games. Writing and artistic prowess were also showcased as participants competed in essay writing, Pagsulat ng Sanaysay, poster making, and photojournalism.

By virtue of Proclamation No. 539, the Student Nurses' Days is celebrated alongside Philippine Nurses' Week, which is observed every last week of October each year.

With the future educators at the helm, the College of Education (COE) celebrated its Education Week program with the theme, “Education Days 2022: Wholistic Approach Towards Excellence and Resurgence,” last November 29, December 1 and 2, 2022.

Dr. Emerlyn E. Managuas, Dean of the College of Education, delivered the opening remarks, saying that it was good that the annual education week is back, and she was very happy to finally see all the education students, enjoying and participating in several activities.

The objective of the program is to bring together all of the aspiring teachers while showcasing their skills, fostering a sense of camaraderie and sportsmanship, and inspiring pride and engagement in the education department.

The Education Student Council (ESC) led by its president Donna Jane Magbanua, along with her fellow officers, headed the three-day fun-filled event. It consisted of enjoyable activities, such as Zumba, water volleyball, and a one-day sports league including basketball and volleyball. Aside from sports, they also held a singing and literary contest, which included poster making and quiz bee.

Moreover, the main event was “Education Night: L’ Eredita,” taking the spotlight as they presented the official magazine of the College of Education. The “Education Night: L 'Eredita” was headed by Dhiammarie Rhose Lacson, ESC Vice President, and Glaize Limas, the Editor-in-Chief of the campus journalism class. Representatives from first-year to fourth-year levels manifested beauty, intelligence, and skills as they walked the runway in their best formal attires. Afterwards, the majority of the education students participated in a cotillion dance number. In addition, a thanksgiving mass was celebrated in honor of the alumni and this year’s successful Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) passers.

Meanwhile, Karl Jan Bonacua, a freshman, and Angelika Kim Saludo, a third-year representative, were crowned as the Mr. and Ms. Education 2022.

Jolaine Zion Bernales won in the singing competition, followed by Carline Jemme, Karl

Jan Bonacua, and Albert Gutierrez III finishing first, second, and third runners-up, respectively. The winners of the literary and sports competitions were also announced during the ceremony.

Limas said that the event gave the edukados the opportunity to showcase their talents to a lot of people. “Everyone was really happy and thankful after the event, not only because there was an event, but also because they were the highlight of Education Night: L'Eredita,” she added.

“Be a leader. The journey of life is not that easy, but you can make it smoother with your talents and efforts,” said Lacson, encouraging education students about their present and future endeavors.

When asked about the upcoming events of the College of Education, the ESC president said that they are preparing for another big project that would strengthen the bond of the Edukados. “We are still in the planning process, but students can look forward to it. Well, they can anticipate a lot of upcoming events this year,” Magbanua said.