JRU Library Book Talk Showdown 2022: SHS Students Duke It Out!

In collaboration with the Languages and Social Sciences Department, the José Rizal University (JRU) Library held a Book Talk Showdown Senior High School Level to showcase Rizalians’ passion for reading books and e-books last December 7 at the JRU Auditorium.

Dr. Rufo D. De Leon, a faculty of the College of Education, Arts, and Sciences, was the chair of the board of judges with his members Ms. Rovelyn A. Arcilla, Chair of the JHS English Department and Mr.JohnLorence Villamin, a microbiologist and general chemistry college instructor.

The Book Talk Showdown Champion, Mr. Jhersey James Gamboa from M11C, highlighted the work of Paul Erdman’s Zero Coupon. He also

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featured and recommended the book to those interested in finance. “An entire financial book turned into a novel,” he added.

Victoria Alaine C. Bertiz of M12P, the first runner-up, introduced the world of finance and its aspects in the book Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki and Sharon Lechter.

And the second runner-up, Athalia Glynnis G. Montalvo of H12P, brought the audience to the realm of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. She presented an overlook of the past versions of the book turned into movies.

Mr. Ian Carl C. Atayan from D12A shared that dreams may come to reality with his discussion on Art Matters by Neil Gaima. He showcased the artistry of reading and imagining beyond the horizon.

The Hanged Man’s Song by John

Sanford gave the audience a chilling and thrilling feeling as Jana P. Geronimo, an M11C student, told the story with emotions.

Each member of judges posed questions to the contestants in the Question and Answer Portion.

The announcement and awarding of winners concluded the program.