21/11/2025
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In the heart of the College of Communication, where stories are crafted and voices find their power, thrives an organization that celebrates not just brilliance, but the balance of intellect, integrity, and empathy.
Founded in July 2008, the Studiositas Honor Society (SHS) stands as the collegeโs home for academic achievers โ a community that believes excellence means more than grades; itโs about leading with purpose and learning with heart.
With the motto โWe excel. We teach. We inspire.โ, SHS continues to embody what it means to be a communicator in both word and deed. Under the leadership of Arianna Wong, a fourth-year BA Broadcasting student, the organization sustains its legacy of nurturing scholars who embody the values of responsibility, service, and compassion.
โThrough SHS, we learn to engage meaningfully with others,โ Wong shares. โOur activities donโt only focus on academics but also emphasize mental and emotional well-being. To function effectively as communicators, we must be holistically healthy: mentally, emotionally, and socially.โ
SHS was founded with a simple yet profound goal: to recognize and strengthen academic excellence among communication students. But over the years, it has evolved into something far moreโan avenue for mentorship, leadership, and social involvement. Guided by its adviser, Dr. Shiela Mae Quero, the society continues to create spaces where learning becomes a shared pursuit and success becomes a collective triumph.
Beyond Grades and Recognition
What sets SHS apart is its vision of excellence that reaches beyond the classroom. With over 250 members, it serves as both a support system and a platform for students who aim not only to excel but also to uplift others. From study sessions to community drives, SHS cultivates the kind of excellence that listens, teaches, and gives back.
Projects like Gabay-Aral, a group study and tutorial initiative, and Gabay-Saliksik, a mentorship program that connects fourth-year and third-year students in research guidance, demonstrate the organizationโs commitment to learning as collaboration. Meanwhile, FreshForward, a 3-day symposium for first-year students, welcomes new communicators into a culture that values growth, curiosity, and confidence.
But SHSโs heart extends beyond the universityโs walls. Their annual Pag-Ulikid Christmas Drive reaches children in local communities. It serves as a testament that true academic distinction is measured not only by intellect but by the generosity of oneโs spirit.
โIn SHS, we value excellence in all aspects, not just in academics but also in attitude and character,โ Wong reflects. โTrue excellence goes beyond gradesโitโs about how you carry yourself and treat others.โ
A Legacy of Leadership and Empathy
As part of the College of Communicationโs dynamic ecosystem of organizations, SHS stands out as a quiet but constant force of growth. Its members, often seen juggling creative and academic pursuits, represent what it means to thrive in balance.
For Rona Mae Lorenzo, SHS Secretary, the organization has been transformative:
โStudiositas has truly changed my college experience. Iโve gained invaluable skills in leadership, teamwork, and community engagement. It helped me grow into a more confident and well-rounded person, ready to make a meaningful impact.โ
Echoing the same sentiment, Ayell Jared Atup, SHSโs Public Information Officer, adds:
โBeing a Studiositas member is a constant reminder to strive for excellence in everything I do. Itโs not just about maintaining high gradesโitโs about discipline, responsibility, and a genuine desire to learn and serve.โ
These voices reflect the living philosophy of SHS: that to be a scholar is not merely to achieve but to inspire others to do the same.
Carrying the Torch Forward
This academic year, SHS continues to strengthen its presence through outreach programs and partnerships that extend its influence beyond campus. The recent amendment of its Constitution and By-Laws marks a renewed commitment to public engagement โ to use knowledge and communication as tools for service.
โMy vision is for SHS to keep upholding its core values, mission, and vision,โ Wong concludes, โto mold well-rounded scholars grounded in excellence, ethics, and empathy.โ
In a time when the pursuit of achievement can often feel isolating, the Studiositas Honor Society reminds every communicator that excellence is not a destination, but a shared journey โ one built on learning, compassion, and the courage to lead with heart.
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