PINES CITY COLLEGES—Student leaders from various organizations gathered on September 12 at Pines City Colleges PT-AVR for the Student Leadership Development, General Assembly, and Orientation, aimed at strengthening leadership skills, promoting responsible student leadership, and fostering connections among student organizations.
Carrying the theme “LEAD. PROTECT. INSPIRE.“, the activity brought together the officers from various PCC student organizations representing different academic programs and institutional organizations. Officers from different organizations participated in the gathering, including the Supreme Student Council (SSC), Organization of Future Pharmacist (OFPharm), Dentistry Students Organization (DSO), Dentistry Clinician’s Organization (DSO), BIBAK Cultural Group, Physical Therapy Student’s Association (PTSA), Association of Respiratory Therapy Students (ARTS), Pines City Colleges Academic Scholars’ Organization (PiCASSO), Society of Nursing Students (SONS), Senior High School Supreme Student Governance (SHS-SSG), PCC Red Cross Youth Council (PCC-RCYC), and Pines Shield.
Ms. Rayah Jahziel B. Tayag served as the resource speaker for the leadership seminar, focusing on the skills and responsibilities needed to become effective and responsible student leaders within their respective organization.
“Being a student leader does not end with fulfilling your role in the organization; you should also be flexible in working with your co-leaders. Leadership is not about being above people, but about being accountable to them.” Ms. Tayag emphasized about leadership.
Ms. Genesis Corinth D. Abella, Data Protection Officer, led a Data Privacy Awareness Seminar that emphasized the responsibility of student organizations in handling and protecting personal and organizational information.
In the afternoon, Student Affairs Officer Ma. Jemmima Trinidad presented the updated guidelines on student organizations, covering policies and procedures relevant to organizational management and activities.
Following the discussion, Mr. Jayson Belino, Head of Student Affairs and Services, presented the recognition and privileges of student organizations, along with the possible Awards of Excellence in Student Leadership and Organizational Impact that student leaders may attain.
The event also served as a welcoming activity for newly elected student leaders and fostered stronger connections among student organizations. The enthusiasm and energy of the participants kept the seminar lively, creating an atmosphere where student leaders could interact and connect with one another.
The activity also gave student leaders an opportunity to build stronger relationships and promote cooperation among different organizations. Through the seminar and discussions, participants shared their ideas and gained a clearer understanding of their roles and responsibilities as student leaders.
Anchored on the theme “Lead. Protect. Inspire.,” the gathering challenged PCC student leaders to translate the lessons from the sessions into responsible action, ethical organizational practices, and meaningful service to their fellow students and the wider PCC community. #LouisetineJesseTutaan
