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Friday, August 01, 2014

CoEd celebrates Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa 2014

By: Zyra Nikka Indap


       
             
    Corollary to the theme “Filipino: Wika ng Pagkakaisa”, The College of Education of Polytechnic University of the Philippines - through the rigorous efforts of PUP DAMLAY – celebrates “BUWAN NG WIKANG PAMBANSA 2014” at PUP Sta. Mesa, Manila, August 1. 

    A parade to officially jump start the celebration of Filipino Month continued in spite of the stormy weather. CoEd studes together with PUP Laboratory High school showed their support through wearing national costumes that resemble nationalism. Afterwards, the program proper resumed at CoEd’s MMR wherein Professor Lina Felices, the supportive adviser of PUP Damlay welcomed everyone in the celebration of Filipino Month. Moreover, the beloved Dean of the College of Education, Dr. Milagrina A. Gomez asserted a speech concerning Filipino Language as a part of our identity and success. DESED chairperson, Dr. Jennifor Aguilar also gave his high-spirited message that includes the University’s stand on CHED Memorandum No. 20. He reported the extensive efforts of every Filipino language defendant to retain Filipino subjects on Tertiary Level.

     Announcements are made to encourage the students to join contests organized for the month of August, this includes essay writing, Talumpati, Tula, Likhang Awit, HaRAPan or fliptop battle, Infomercial, Photo Essay, Interpretative Dance, Sabayang Pagbigkas and the much awaited Ginoo at Binibining Wika 2014. These competitions and activities aim to enhance the students’ talents and importantly, promote the use of Filipino in our daily living. Furthermore, the winners of each competition will represent the University for the Regional Celebration of Wikang Pambansa by the respectful Damlay Philippines.