ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT of the BU CYC, 1st Semester - AY 2014-2015.pdf

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Republic of the PhilippinesBicol University

COLLEGE Y CLUBLegazpi City

ISO 9001:2008Certificate No.

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ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT

A.Y. 2014-2015(1stsemester)

Youth Empowerment towards National Development


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A. Organized Activities

I. Basic Information

a. Name of Activity: Youth Forum on Personality Development

b. Theme: Creating positive change within yourself through correct thinking

and right actions

c. Level: University/Local

d. Date: September 26, 2014 (1:00 - 5:00pm)

e. Venue: Arcilla Hall, BU CSSP

f. Participants: 73 College Students

II. Objectives:

1. To understand emotions as a means discovering oneself.

2. To promote positive thinking towards eliminating behavior and habits that hinder success.

3. To equip students with a new sense of discipline in confronting lifes challenges.

4. To nourished the character and personality of the students.

5. To orient the students about the Bicol University College Y Club (BU CYC) as well as the principles

of the Young Mens Christian Association (YMCA).

III. Narrative Report:

The seminar formally begins at around 1:15pm with the Opening Remarks of Mary Ann Caceres as one

of the Executive Heads of the event. An inspirational video of Nick Vujicic was shown to the

participants in order supplement positive ideals to the participants before the introduction of the

Resource Speaker. The Speaker for the seminar is Fr. Jose T. Ballesteros, a former YMCA member from

Sto. Domingo, Albay. He described himself as a humble servant of God and a good father to his family.

He brilliantly discussed his topics even with the use of Manila paper instead slide show presentation.

The speaker explained the key concepts of positive thinking and personality development as being

synonymous to each other. These concepts were discussed by the speaker by sharing his life

experiences as a priest and as a good father to his children. Because of his interesting story, he easily

caught the attention of the participants. The speaker said that he had faced consequences of losing

confidence and self-trust but still managed to survive by means of positive thinking. He presented

himself to be a good role model to the enlightened participants. After his inspirational speech, the

executive heads awarded the Certificate of Commendation to Fr. Jose T. Ballesteros for his invaluable

contribution as the Resource Speaker of the seminar before formally closing the activity with few

Closing Remarks from the Executive Heads.


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IV. Documentation:

Fr. Jose T. Ballesteros,

Resource Speaker

The Lecture of Fr. Ballesteros

in a Manila Paper

The Participants listening to the lectures of the Speaker

The Organizers of the Activity along with the Speaker

Activity Poster


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B. Organized Activities in Partnership


a. Name of Activity: STOP Stressing, START Resting: A Talk on Stress Management

b. Theme: Building Healthy Youths for a Healthier Nation

c. Partner Organization/s: Business Management Association of the Philippines - BU Chapter

d. Level: University

e. Date: September 20, 2014 (9:00am - 4:00pm)

f. Venue: Mini Theatre, BU CAL

g. Participants: 39 College Students

II. Objectives:

1. To educate the students about the negative effects of stress on their health and academic

performance.

2. To provide practical stress management skills that would greatly improve the college life of the

students.

3. To encourage healthy lifestyle to avoid too much stress.


of the Young Mens Christian Association (YMCA), particularly about healthy living.


The health talk on Stress Management which was conducted during the Students Day started at about

9:00am with the Invocation Prayer and the Singing of the Philippine National Anthem through an

Audio Visual Presentation (AVP). It was followed by the Opening Remarks of the Executive Head

Mariella Isabelle Melgar who explained the importance of this activity to the college students. Then,

she proceeded to introduce the first Resource Speaker Rev. Melchor Buenaflor who is currently the

School Administrator of the One Asia Kids Academy in Ligao City. He exceptionally discussed the causes

and effects of stress with emphasis on personal behavior. The speaker pointed out that the manner of

managing stress depends on the type of personality. He distributed questionnaire kits to determine

ones type of personality and discuss each of these personalities with grounding details while providing

informations on how each type can manage stress. The interesting discussion of Rev. Buenaflor was

followed by an open forum in which he exceptionally answered the questions raised by the

participants. After that, he was awarded Certificate of Commendation by the organizers for his

invaluable contribution as a resource speaker. Then, the morning session of the activity was closed for

the lunch break to be reopened at about 1:30pm for the afternoon session.


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a. Name of Activity: Youth Environmental Seminar on Disaster Risk Reduction

Management (YES on DRRM)

b. Theme: Enhancing Youth Resiliency on Calamities through Essential

Knowledge about the Environment and Disaster Preparedness

c. Partner Organization/s: CBEM National Service Reserve Corps,

CBEM National Service Training Program,

BU Junior Institute of Management

d. Level: University/Local

e. Date: September 26, 2014 (8:00am - 4:00pm)

f. Venue: Arcilla Hall, BU CSSP


II. Objectives:

1. To inculcate knowledge on the current situation of the environment in order for students to

accurately identify environmental issues and solutions.

2. To provide knowledge on disaster risk reduction management among the youth.

3. To prepare the youth for disasters and calamities for a more resilient community.




The YES on DRRM was spearheaded by the BU College Y Club (BU CYC) in partnership with CBEM NSRC,

CBEM NSTP and BU JIM. After the registration, the activity formally started at about 9:00am with the

Invocation Prayer and the Singing of the Philippine National Anthem thru an AVP. It was followed by

the Opening Remarks of Mary Grace Martinez and the introduction of the first Resource Speaker in the

person of Mr. Anthony Lorcha, the Communication Coordinator at Children International. He mainly

talked about the environmental issues and problems in the society that greatly affect the climate.

According to him, the chlorofluorocarbons that are produced by factories increase the holes in the

ozone layer, which causes the global warming. This global warming rapidly changes the earths

condition, specifically the weather throughout the world. The second speaker of the seminar was Mr.

Emanuel Prea, a youth environmentalist who had just recently graduated at Bicol University. He gives

an inspirational message to the participants and encourages them to be part of BAYER in promoting a

clean and green environment for the future generation of Youth. The morning session of the activity

closed at about 11:30pm for the lunch break.


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In the afternoon session, the session resumed at about 2:00pm with the arrival of PO3 Allan Abainza

the substitute for Dr. Cedric Daep whom will be the lecturer regarding the overview of Disaster Risk

Reduction Management. He gives a great discussion about the topic by elaborating some of the things

to do in preparing for typhoon in order to safeguard the Albayanos. After his discussion, the Executive

Heads introduced the last Resource Speaker in the person of Ms. Ianne Christine Tin Aquino, General

Secretary of the YMCA of Albay. She brilliantly discussed the role of the YMCA on Disaster Risk

Reduction Management in the province of Albay. After her speech, an open forum was held before

formally ending the activity with the Closing Remarks from Mary Grace Martinez as the Executive

Head. Through the seminar, the students were inspired and become aware of their participation in

taking care of their environment as a way of safeguarding themselves against disasters and calamities.

IV. Documentation:

Activity Poster The Participants of the Activity

The four resource speakers: Mr. Anthony Lorcha, Mr. Emmanuel Prea,

Mr. Allan Abainza, and Ms. Ianne Christine Tin-tin Aquino (from left to right) The Organizers and Faculty

Photos taken throughout the flow of the Activity


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a. Name of Activity: Youth Employability Training

b. Theme: Youth Acceleration: Fast Track your Career to Success

c. Partner Organization/s: CBEM Seniors Club

d. Level: University/Local

e. Date: September 26, 2014

f. Venue: Arcilla Hall, BU CSSP


II. Objectives:

1. To inculcate knowledge on the current situation of the environment in order for students to

accurately identify environmental issues and solutions.

2. To provide knowledge on disaster risk reduction management among the youth.

3. To prepare the youth for disasters and calamities for a more resilient community.




The Youth Employability Training was conducted by the BU College Y Club (BU CYC) in coordination

with the CBEM Seniors Club in order to orient the college students of the basic rights of workers in

connection to its importance to developing ones career. The activity formally started at about 9:00pm

with the Invocation Prayer and Singing of the Philippine National Anthem through an Audio Visual

Presentation. Ronald Onguda, BU CYC President, gave a short opening remark before the introduction

of Mrs. Ma. Ella E. Verano as the Resource Speaker from the Department of Labor and Employment

(DOLE). She brilliantly discussed the employment rights as well as the duties and functions of DOLE.

Her discussions are key ingredients for Students in order for them to confidently face a new life

outside the University and inside the competitive world of employability. After her discussion, Mrs.

Verano was awarded by the BU CYC President with the Certificate of Commendation for her valuable

contribution to the activity. The activity ended with the Students more equipped with knowledge and

information, thus more ready to graduate and pursue their careers. The Lady of Ceremonies also

invited the participants to attend the next activity Youth Forum on Personality Development which is

a requisite activity of the employability training.


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IV. Documentation:

Activity Poster

The Certificate of Commendation being awarded to the

Resource Speaker by the BU CYC President

Ma. Ella E. Verano, the Resource Speaker and the

DOLE Albay Provincial Head - Officer-in-Charge

One of the slides in the Power Point

Presentation of the Resource Speaker

The Participants listening to the Speaker with interest


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C. Participation and Involvement in Local, Regional, National and International Events


a. Name of Activity: YMCA - Rizal Youth Leadership Training Institute

b. Organizer/s: YMCA of the Philippines

c. Level: National

d. Date: May 5 - 19, 2014

e. Venue: Benguet State University Training Center,

Bektey, Long-long, La Trinidad, Benguet

f. Participants: 4 BU CYC Officers

II. Objectives:

1. To establish and institutionalize an intensive Youth Leadership Training Program.

2. To tap outstanding college students and leaders to take leadership roles in the YMCA and their

communities.

3. To help local YMCAs train and prepare their young people to become better persons/good

citizens equipped with the values, skills and knowledge to effectively respond to the many

problems and issues of the world today.

4. To help local YMCAs develop their young people and create a pool of human resources to fill the

need for qualified staff/volunteers in many local YMCAs now wanting for effective leaders.


The YMCA of the Philippines had organized the annual YMCA - Rizal Youth Leadership Training Institute

(RYLTI) for the year 2014 with the theme WE DRIVE CHANGE: Empowering Young People. In

response to their invitation, the BU College Y Club sent four officers in the persons of Eric Lunas,

Abegail Alondra, Mary Grace Martinez, and January Merilles to represent the organization in the said

national event. It was also attended by other students from various colleges and universities in the

Philippines. Throughout the event, the BU CYC participants enjoyed the activities while learning holistic

values and interesting informations about the Young Mens Christian Association. Their leadership

skills are put into test through developing competitive teamwork, community exposure, and the

formulation of an action plan. The participants/scholars were also able to build new friendships for

themselves and linkages for the organization. They described the whole training event as

unforgettable experience which ended with all them equipped with the knowledge and values that a

true student leader must have. Moreover, one of the BU CYC participants Mary Grace Martinez has

been honored as Most Outstanding Scholar of the 2014 Rizal Youth Leadership Training Institute.


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IV. Documentation:

All the participants of the 2014 YMCA RYLTI, including the representatives of BU CYC,

namely Eric Lunas(back row, 6th from the left), Abegail Alondra(front row, 2nd from the

left), Mary Grace Martinez(4th from the left), and January Merilles(9th from the left).

The Welcome Backdrop for the

Participants of the YMCA RYLTI

Morning Exercises of the Participants

in the first day.

2014 RYLTI Scholars in International CostumesThe participants listening to worthwhile lectures

Art pieces made by the

participants

The participants during their

community exposure2014 RYLTI Scholars during their Graduation


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a. Name of Activity: National YMCA Disaster Risk Reduction Management Training

b. Organizer/s: Y Care International and Asia Pacific Alliance of YMCAs

in partnership with YMCA of the Philippines and YMCA of Albay, Inc.

c. Level: National

d. Date: May 27 - 30, 2014

e. Venue: Carlos Hometel, Rawis, Legazpi City

f. Participants: 2 BU CYC Officers (serving as facilitators)

II. Objectives:

1. To raise awareness on weather conditions, climate change and natural phenomenon as a way to

mitigate calamities and disasters.

2. To train local YMCAs in disaster risk reduction management as well as to build channels and

connections among them in response to local disasters.

3. To promote climate change adaptation by means of providing technical skills and importantknowledge, while making the province of Albay as a role model for disaster risk reduction

management.


The national event was attended by the YMCAs across the Philippines from northern Luzon to

Mindanao along with the Y Care International, and the Asia Pacific Alliance of YMCAs. This DRRM

workshop is about building the capacity of the YMCA in the Philippines. They have been working in the

Visayas a lot since Yolanda and its important that all local YMCAs know about effective Disaster Risk

Reduction Management (DRRM). Two BU CYC Officers, namely Ronald Onguda and Mary Grace

Martinez, volunteered as facilitators for the 3-day national event. The event comprises of important

discussions about DRRM and practical workshops that cater worthwhile experience to all the

participants.


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IV. Documentation:

The Freshmen raising their yellow hotdog balloon A Student signing for membership in BU CYC

The CBEM Y Booth and the Booth Staffs (CBEM Y Officers) in different perspectives


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a. Name of Activity: CAL FSTO and Org Fest

b. Organizer/s: CAL College Student Council (CSC)

c. Level: College

d. Date: June 25, 2014

e. Venue: BU CAL Pyramid

f. Participants: Freshmen, Shifters and Transferees (as attendees)

Officers of BU CYC and CAL Y (as booth staffs)

II. Objectives:

1. To introduce the organization to the new students of the college.

2. To interact and connect with the new students, with the other College Based Organizations

(CBOs), and with the College Student Council (CSC).




The event started as early as 7:00am with all the College Based Organizations (CBOs) putting up their

own booths with a "barrio fiesta" theme. CAL Y as the college unit of the BU College Y Club (BU CYC)

joined the said activity. This org fair is indeed one of the most awaited activities of the College Student

Council of BU College of Arts and Letters (CAL CSC) because this is a way for CBOs to build connections

to the students of the college, particulary the freshies. The BU CYC along with CAL Y designed a booth

that adapted the provided theme. The booth facilitators also brought the items made up of indigenous

materials proudly made by the people being sponsored by the YMCA of Albay. The organization also

provided a trivia game for the students wherein he/she may pick up a question which, if answered

correctly, may claim a prize. The CAL Y also have a mystery box as part of the games offered during the

organizational fair. The fair is programmed as a whole day activity which ended up so well because of

the efforts exerted by the Officers of CAL Y and by the enthusiasm of the new members of the

organization in the college.


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IV. Documentation:

The CAL Y Booth with the Booth Staffs and a CAL Student

signing for membership

New CAL Y Members with their YMCA pins

CAL Student signing for membership

A Student playing the Game prepared by CAL Y

Some of the CAL Y Booth Staffs (from left to right):

Diana Rose Bermillo, Niriza Mae Barquilla, and Ronald Onguda


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IV. Documentation:

Some of the CBEM Y Officers along with other officers from different CBOs

The CBEM Dean congratulating the CSC and the CBOs


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a. Name of Activity: Freshmen Welcome Party and Org Fest

b. Organizer/s: BU - University Student Council (USC)

c. Level: University

d. Date: July 4, 2014

e. Venue: Commencement Ground

f. Participants: BU Freshmen Students (as attendees)

Officers and Members of BU CYC (as booth staffs)

II. Objectives:

1. To introduce the organization to the new students of the college.

2. To interact and connect with the new students, with the other University Based Organizations

(UBOs), and with the University Student Council (USC).




The Bicol University - College Y Club (BU CYC) is with the BU USC, the CSCs and other organizations in

celebrating the Freshmen Welcome Party with the theme: #FreshmenBucketList: Filling the Pails of

Character, Leadership, Service, and Scholarship. The BU CYC set up a booth that represents the nature

and purpose of the organization as a club devoted for youth empowerment and community

development. The set-up was met with several difficulties and challenges, such as the unpredictable

weather. Yet, the officers were able to successfully establish the BU CYC Booth at about noon, just in

time for the Organizational Fests. The booth contained the vision, mission and objectives of the

organization. It also showcased a Freedom Wall and various mind games that serve as the Bucket List

Challenge. Numerous students flock to the BU CYC Booth to enjoy the Mind Games and sign up to

become a new member of the religious socio-civic organization. The YMCA Mascot also roomed

around the Commencement grounds to sway students to go to the BU CYC Booth. The officers and

active members joyfully give flyers to the students while orienting them about the organization and

the Young Mens Christian Association (YMCA) as well as its upcoming activities. The event ended well

and enjoyably for the members and officers of the BU College Y Club.


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IV. Documentation:

The BU CYC Booth Staffs and the YMCA Freedom Wall The BU CYC Mascot

The Students solving the Mind Games provided by the

Booth Staffs

Students signing up for BU CYC Membership

The Student crowd around the BU CYC Booth

Documents

ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT of the BU CYC, 1st Semester - AY 2014-2015.pdf