Changing
the country one community at a time also means preparing the next generation of
leaders and members that will make up the country’s workforce in the next
years. In a move to motivate students to understand the various concepts of
success and explore resources gearing towards personal and academic success,
Cherry Mobile held a training titled
Journey to Personal and Academic Success in partnership with the PUP Office
of Student Services (OSS) held at the PUP Main Campus, Sta. Mesa, Manila. The
training gathered more than 80 PUP students across courses and year levels.
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| A total of 89 students registered and participated in the training held at PUP main campus. |
The
training began with opening remarks by Dr. Armando Torres, Dean of the OSS, in
which he thanked Cherry Mobile for co-organizing this activity with them to
benefit the students. After the introduction and leveling of expectations with
the student participants, the students had an ice breaker to set the atmosphere
for the session. Acting presidents of two student councils in PUP hosted the
event; one of them facilitated the ice breaker game that reminded students to
grab the opportunity for learning and growth.
The
first session focused on gearing one’s self toward personal success, in which
the students learned to assess their own strengths and weaknesses as well as
identify opportunities and potential threats that would hinder their lifetime
dreams. The speaker (Ms. Red Peñaflor
-Anacay, CSR manager of Cherry Mobile) emphasized that true success is composed
of several aspects (physical, educational, professional/career, financial,
social/relational, spiritual) rather than focusing only on tangible or material
things. To attain such holistic success, she gave practical tips called 5 P’s
of Success (Know your Purpose, Plan, Prepare, Personal
character/traits, Perform) that will
serve as guideline for participants to realize their dreams.
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| The participants enjoyed playing Pass the Message as part of the interactive training. |
After
lunch break, the participants had an ice breaker before proceeding to the next
session. Ms. Radelie Geavican, Cherry Mobile CSR Officer, discussed five key
skills toward academic success. A short interactive game demonstrated the
importance of concentration in accomplishing school goals. She also gave some
tips on studying effectively.
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A
student shares his experience on how he manages his time in order to achieve
academic goals.
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After
the sessions, Ms Red introduced the concept of Cherry Mobile STUDENTS’ GUILD, as one
of the opportunities for students to maximize their potential and how it would
actively benefit them (become one of the scholars of Cherry Mobile, access free
trainings/seminars, participate on civic works, etc.).
The
organizers then encouraged the participants to share their experiences in their
journey to success both in academics and in their personal lives. The event
ended with the giving of certificates and picture taking of happy, satisfied
student participants.
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| Students gladly complete their plan for success in seven life aspects and also fill out application forms for the membership to the STUDENTS’ GUILD. |
The
STUDENT'S GUILD is a program designed to provide a venue for students to maximize
their full potential, excel in each endeavour, consistently observe upright
conduct, and do their share in nation building.
Written by Keren Grace Tandico
