DLSU Alternative Learning System (ALS) Batch 5 Learners recently toured the National Museum in Manila and Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) - Women’s Center in Taguig last November 12 and 18 respectively. The said tours served as alternative activities to the learners’ regular classroom-based sessions and workshops. The National Museum Tour aimed at enriching their knowledge of Philippine History, Arts and Culture. The TESDA Tour on the other hand, provided them an opportunity to see future learning possibilities once they’ve passed DepEd’s ALS-Accreditation and Equivalency Test. The said educational tours could not have been possible if it were not for the meaningful engagement of two active student organizations of De La Salle University namely: Economics Organization (EconOrg) for the TESDA Tour and the Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants (JPIA) for the National Museum Visit. The sponsorship of these two student organizations paved the way for enhanced learning experiences that will prepare learners for their ultimate challenge of hurdling the National Accreditation and Equivalency Test (AET) early next year. Passing this test will qualify them as Junior High Graduates in the K+12 Curriculum. The partnership and engagement of these student organizations are highly commendable. It paves the way for further sustainable and impactful projects with the learners in the future. This example of engagement is also an invitation to other student organizations, offices and like-minded individuals to help in COSCA’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Localization Project through one of its components, the Lasallian Accessible, Relevant and Alternative Learning (L-ARAL). For possible partnership and engagement in relation to L-ARAL component community engagement menu, please feel free to contact the University Community Engagement and Development (UCED) Program Manager and/or L-ARAL Development Specialist of COSCA. Center for Social Concern and Action
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More than a hundred students, faculty and staff members of De La Salle University expressed indignation over the Supreme Court's (SC) decision allowing the burial of the former President Ferdinand Marcos Sr. at the Libingan ng mga Bayani (LMNB).
During the mass that preceded the indignation rally, Fr. Arockiam Singarayar, SVD started by acknowledging the mystery of God's ways in light of the SC Ruling. He reminded those present to stay holy as temples of God and pray for peace and truth amidst the recent issues besetting our country today.
After collectively praying for the nation, the congregation marched to the South Gate for the candle-lighting and noise barrage.
Lasallian Prayer for the Nation
During the program at South Gate, student-leaders took turns explaining that former Pres. Marcos does not deserve to be buried at the LNMB and be honored as 'Hero' or 'Bayani.'
They reminded the public of the numerous human rights violations during Martial Law and the billions of pesos in Marcos ill-gotten wealth. They urged those present to reject all efforts to rewrite our history, especially during the Marcos regime. They lit candles, sang "Bayan Ko" and shouted: #MarcosNotAHero!
"Is this the kind of man who deserves to be buried together with all those Filipino heroes who genuinely dedicated their lives in service and protection of our motherland?"
-Isaac Go, Majority Floor Leader Legislative Assembly, University Student Government's (USG)
"We are on the pursuit of what is just and we will not waver."
-Rafael Zaballero, Convenor COSCA-LOVE Volunteers
A day after the rally, Br. Jose Mari Jimenez FSC, President of De La Salle Philippines released a statement "urging all Lasallian teachers and partners to strengthen all educational and community engagement efforts and programs towards a deepening of our people's appreciation for democracy and human rights."
The indignation activities were organized by the University Student Government (USG) in partnership with the COSCA-LOVE Volunteers, Office of Student Leadership, Involvement, Formation and Empowerment (SLIFE), the Lasallian Pastoral Office (LSPO), Office of Student Affairs, the Center for Social Concern and Action (COSCA) and the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Lasallian Mission.
The event was covered by The Lasallian, Ang Pahayagang Plaridel and the Archers Network. Disclaimer: Views expressed in this article are those of the individuals and organizations mentioned and may not necessarily reflect the views of De La Salle University.
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