The Office of Student Affairs (OSA) through the Guidance Services Unit (GSU) kicked-off the month-long celebration of the Guidance Awareness Month 2024 with a motorcade inside the university campus on March 4, 2024.
Celebrating the theme “Malusog na Kaisipan para sa Lahat ng Kasarian: Isang Karapatan,” an opening program attended by students, faculty and staff was held at the OSA Student’s Hall where Dr. Irene G. Bustos, OSA Dean, expressed her gratitude to all the Guidance Counselors and Coordinators who play a vital role in providing assistance and guidance to the CLSU Students.
Meanwhile, Dr. Jay C. Santos, Dean of the College of Arts and Social Sciences who represented Dr. Ravelina R. Velasco, Vice President for Academic Affairs gave an inspirational message, leaving the audience with a memorable piece of advice.
"If you want to help others, you should help yourself first," said Dr. Santos.
In addition, Assoc. Prof. Chrisdell C. Munsayac, GSU In-charge, introduced the University Guidance Counselors and Advocates, along with the College Guidance Coordinators to provide an avenue for students should they need to seek assistance in relation to mental health issues and concerns.
Various of activities for the Guidance Awareness Month were laid out including the College Guidance Caravan from March 6-18, Soft Opening of the Student Wellness Hub on March 18, the Mental Health Seminar, and the Juana Sayawit, both on March 20.
The celebration aims to provide students, faculty and staff an opportunity to reflect, recharge, and prioritize their mental well-being, and raise awareness and reduce stigma related to mental health issues. For more information, like and follow the OSA Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/officeofstudentaffairsCLSU
