A new set of DagYoung Student Ambassadors (DSA) from various colleges of the West Visayas State University (WVSU) Main Campus gathered for SYNC: Shaping Youth, Nurturing Connections – Onboarding and Orientation held on October 10 at the Center for Teaching Excellence Hall.
Aihrich Toreres, Chairperson of the DSA, welcomed the participants and encouraged them to embrace leadership, teamwork, and advocacy as guiding values in their term of service.
The program featured a comprehensive session led by Ms. Edel Carmela Subong-Csoka, who discussed key topics including “What WVSU Does,” “Internationalization and Global Perspectives,” “The Role of the WVSU Community in Global Issues,” and the Duties and Responsibilities of the DagYoung Student Ambassadors. Her talk emphasized how student leaders play a vital role in promoting global awareness and engagement within the WVSU community.
In addition, Johnric Vargas, Special Projects Head, and Amabela Fiona Le Benid, Education and Training Head, elaborated on the ambassadors’ specific duties and expectations, offering practical guidance to help new members perform their functions effectively.
To foster fellowship and teamwork, participants also joined an interactive “Get Acquainted with Current DSA Members” Bingo Game, which encouraged collaboration and camaraderie among new and continuing ambassadors.
The orientation concluded with a shared commitment among the DagYoung Student Ambassadors to embody WVSU’s core values and contribute to shaping globally engaged and socially responsible student leaders.
By Gladwyn B. Gustilo/ILLO
