Celebrating Knowledge and Empowerment at the University Library!
The Office of the University Libaraian marked the culmination of the 33rd Library and Information Services Month and the 89th National Book Week Celebration last November 29, 2023. Together with the themes "LETS Libraries: Learning, Empowering, Transforming Society through Libraries" and "Read. Reread. Relive," the University Library's Reader's Area was filled with participants from different campuses as they engaged in an on-the-spot Library Trivia. Participants could also win school items like notebooks from The New York Times and LibTech Pens from F and J De Jesus.
The program formally commenced with Ms. Nenita V. Flores, the Head of Student Welfare Services, emphasizing that the library is not just a repository of books but a haven for the curious seeking knowledge.
Ms. Donnabelle Fabicon, SLSU-Hinunangan Campus Librarian, handled the introduction of the judges and reading of the criteria. The esteemed panel of judges included Ms. Geraldine Abella, Sir Rey Comabig, and Sir Warren Cordeta, who were later recognized with tokens of appreciation given for their dedication led by Ms. Geanrose L. Colonia, the University Librarian.
he outstanding students who emerged victorious in various contests and challenges are as follows:
Guess the Book Challenge Winners:
- Shainvel Pongos
- Miles Palen
- Mara Ligtas
Library Trivia Challenge Winners:
- Zios Bug-os
- Lovelee Narte
- John Mark Godez
- Jann Michael Angelo Catiil
- Princess Hannah Tagud
- Earl Justin Kuizon
- Jay Ponce
- Jovelyn Painagan
- Reynalyn Paat
Poster Making Contest, Campus Category
1. Jessie B. Sabulaan
2. Marjun Hingpit
3. Angel Mae Lupac
Poster Making Contest, University-Wide Category:
1. Jessie B. Sabulaan, SLSU-Main Campus
2. Rhoegie D. Ibanez, SLSU-Bontoc Campus
3. James D. Ladres, SLSU-Tomas Oppus Campus
Bookworm Challenge:
- Winner: Stefanny Eresh Juarbal
- Active Participation: Carmelle Antegra
Book Face Contest, Campus Category:
1. Ma. Rayanne Natividad
2. Mae Abbygail Villejo
3. Jaicah Anonuevo
Book Face Contest, University-Wide Category:
1. Ma. Rayanne Natividad, SLSU - Main Campus
2. Rhevie Malaki, SLSU-San Juan Campus
3. Charlo Sagon, SLSU-Hinunangan Campus
BookTok Challenge:
1. Students from SLSU-San Juan Campus
2. Karelle O. Baldrez, SLSU-Main Campus
3. Princess Hannah Tagud, SLSU-Main Campus
The top users of SoLeySU Digital Library received tokens of appreciation for their consistent use of this valuable resource.
The celebration continued with an inspirational message from the University President, Dr. Jude A. Duarte. Dr. Duarte highlighted the importance of celebrating such events university-wide and encouraged students to make the most of the modern-type Library, not just for resources but for collaborative study sessions. To conclude the program, Ms. Lovelee Fernandez, SLSU-Tomas Oppus Campus Librarian, delivered a heartfelt closing remark, leaving everyone inspired and grateful for a day filled with learning, empowerment, and the joy of books.
