08 University News Armored with finesse and talents, representatives from the seven colleges convened in a culminating activity of UNO-R Supreme Student Government (UNORSSGO) entitled “Sigabong 2023,” held at the University Main Lobby, Nov. 18. UNORSSGO President Dustin Ryan Veridiano acknowledged the governors’ and their representatives’ efforts to foster relationships in his opening remarks during University Week 2023. “[Sigabong 2023] serves as a reminder that even in the face of academic challenges, we can still have fun, gather together, and celebrate friendship and relationships with one another,” Veridiano said. Moreover, Veridiano voiced his gratitude to all of the councils that
have allocated resources, worked diligently, and made the University Week 2023 a success for all.
On the other hand, UNO-R League of Governors President Rialin Yasay underlined how important sportsmanship is in every competition.
UNORSSGO concludes U-Week with Sigabong ‘23 by LIXIE IMEE SORIANO
“On behalf of all the governors, I would like to emphasize the value of camaraderie, and [may we still] all continue to support one another’s success even in the face of the University Week rivalry,” Yasay said. Moreover, unofficial results and perpetual points standing were announced where College of Engineering clinched first place, while the College of Criminal Justice Education and College of Arts and Sciences were hailed as second and third place, respectively.
BEYOND BORDERS. College councils received awards during the Sigabong 2023, at the University Lobby, Nov. 18. ◘ photo by LESEL EREXIMA.
UNO-R Employees joins Sayawit Contest by RESHYL REIN COLONIA
University of Negros OccidentalRecoletos employees took the stage, turning the Sayawit Cultural Contest into a mesmerizing display of talent and rhythm at the University Gymnasium, Nov 18.
Competition.
“The purpose of Sayawit is to give a chance to the faculty and staff to showcase their talents in a way of cultural presentation,” Human Resource Management Development Office staff Fritz Palma said.
“Given the fact that we are just 50, we still got it. We became the champions and it could be attributed to the sacrifices, dedication, and the spirit of recollects in Senior High Department,” SHS Principal, Sir Harry S. Magluyan said.
The event consisted of various competitions, which included Vocal Solo, Vocal Duet, and Lipsync Competition, Pop Dance, Creative Dance, and the Chorale
Moreover, the Integrated School and the College Department were hailed as first and second runnersup, respectively.
IN TUNE. UNO-R SHS Faculty Marc Caballes, performs during the Sayawit Cultural Contest , University Gymnasium, Nov. 18. ◘ photo by KHRYSTAL KEY CLARIDAD.
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To cap off the completion, the Senior High School (SHS) Department emerged as the Overall Champion of Sayawit.
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