31/05/2026
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โSouthern Leyte State University โ Sogod Campus (SLSU-SC) held its annual Kandili Awards and Oathtaking Ceremony yesterday, May 30. The activity was organized to recognize the outstanding service and remarkable achievements of both student organizations and individual students, as well as to formally install newly elected officers and commit them to their duties and responsibilities for the coming term.
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โAfter the fruitful fellowship dinner, each organizations made their grand entrance in a lively parade, adding excitement to the occasion. The formal program then began with the entrance of colors led by the SLSU ROTC Unit, followed by the singing of the Philippine National Anthem, a solemn invocation, and the singing of the SLSU Hymn, filling the venue with school spirit and pride.
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โTo officially open the program, welcome remarks were delivered by Dr. Marie Khul C. Langub, VP for Student Engagement and Support Services. She then emphasized the important role of the students, saying, โYour activities, your projects, and your advocacies have helped make our university community more active, meaningful, and alive.โ she said.
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โHon. Rhett Anthony Gabronino, SB Member of LGU Sogod, the guest speaker of the night gave his inspirational message where he encouraged the leaders to serve with dedication and integrity. After his speech, a certificate of appreciation was awarded to him in gratitude for his presence and insights.
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โOne of the main parts of the event was the Kandili Awarding Ceremony, where plaques, certificates, and special awards were presented to deserving organization and individuals in recognition of their hard work and excellence. This was immediately followed by the turnover ceremony, where outgoing officers were acknowledged for their service and the incoming officers were officially introduced.
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โThe program then proceeded to the oathtaking ceremony, another highlight of the event. The new set of officers from all recognized organizations took their oath of office, signifying their commitment to start fresh and continue the burning fire of leadership and service within their respective groups.
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โTo close the meaningful gathering, Ms. Jessa Laarni B. Espinas, Director of Student Affairs and Services, gave her closing message. She shared the true meaning of the event, stating that โKandili means a guiding light that illuminates the path of others and inspires positive change wherever you go.โ The event ended successfully, leaving everyone motivated and ready to serve.
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โvia J. Bael | The Campus Headliner News
โphotos taken by H. V. Gisto, J. E. Jayma, & N. G. Enaje | The Campus Headliner Creatives
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