Central Luzon State University (CLSU) honored the legacy of its student heroes during the 81st Anniversary and Commemoration of the Liberation of the Central Luzon Agricultural School (CLAS) and the memorial to the known and unknown heroes of World War II, held at the Vivencio Saulong Monument today, February 10.
As part of the commemoration, the CLSU Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC), along with the University President and Vice Presidents, led the wreath-laying ceremony.
University President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella delivered a heartfelt message, urging faculty and students to honor their roots while remaining responsible and contributing members of a functional academic system.
“We are responsible for building a future worthy of the sacrifice of those who came before us. Their sacrifices laid the foundation for the opportunities you enjoy today. Education, progress, and the freedom to dream and to achieve those dreams, protect and nurture them by keeping the traditions alive, and by being responsible and functional citizens,” said President Abella.
Mr. Marvin R. Soriano followed with a compelling commemorative tribute with his words: “Vivencio Saulong reminds us that heroism is defined by courage, displayed in unlikely places, and in seemingly hopeless and discouraging situations. Subali’t hindi lamang si Saulong ang ating inaalala ngayong araw, inaalala rin natin ang mga kilala at hindi kilalang sibilyang lumaban, tumulong, nagtiis at nag alay ng buhay upang manaig ang kalayaan laban sa paniniil.”
The event served as an important reminder to the CLSU community that the sacrifices of the fallen heroes remain a testament to bravery, a legacy of courage that the institution and its future generations will continue to uphold.
