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NEDA-VI steers economic and financial literacy forum Khyla Veridiano
BE EDUCATED. Director Luis G. Banua explaining the kind of life the youth can achieve in 2040. Vhic Luzano
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he National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Region VI convened the 2019 Economic and Financial Literacy Forum at the conference hall of LSPU, Sta. Cruz, Laguna CampusNovember 14. NEDA opened the eye of the public with its theme “Our planet’s health, the future’s wealth”
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discerning efforts towards building an inclusive and sustainable future through environmental protection and economic growth. Approximately 100 participants attended the forum composed of LGU of Santa Cruz, students, faculty and administrative officers of LSPU supported by the University President Dr. Mario R. Briones. “They are here to develop consciousness… to help form for
productive, involved and financially wise citizens.”, Dr. Briones stated in his opening message. Envisioned to promote AmBisyon Natin 2040, Luis G. Banua, Regional Director of NEDA IV-A endeavors to rally and mobilize the youth to realize the kind of life that people want to live, and how the country will be by 2040. In order to become a proactive partner in the development process
Banua encouraged the students to graduate in different field to help the country prosper. “Habang estudyante tumulong tayo kahit sa maliit na bagay,” he added. Furthermore, the second speaker ARD Gina T. Gacusan focused on the importance of having Sustainable Consumption and Production (SCP) in the country’s / JUMP TO PAGE 3
CBMA Alumni aim to help students Guidelines and funds to be provided Lorena F. Onato
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ollege of Business Management and Accountancy (CBMA) organized an alumni association that will focus on being part of the external community of the institution to play an active role in mentoring the students and significant role in contributing scholarship to those who deserve, November 2. Mary Grace F. Gallardo, Officer in Charge of Alumni
Affairs and Placement Services served as the Guest Speaker, explained the purpose of giving back to their college. “Alumni funds and time supports the next generation that includes research, scholarships, and new facilities, it also helps the college student to increase their stature and make a better place,” Gallardo said. In relation to this, she said that alumni can help students to be involved in their respective
organization by having an active role in mentoring the students according to their expertise. Furthermore, an open forum was conducted to talk about possible projects that could help the students of CBMA. Meanwhile, current president of CBMA Alumni Association Mr. Jeen Eduard Mabayyad announced that he will not pursue his position, Mr. Ram Alcantara takes his place by organization’s election.
