History serves
as the ties that bind the Notre Dameans through the years. As introduced by Dr. Norma F. Segocio, with
the theme “Balik-Tanaw,” the NDDU exhibits
during the 11th Biennial Reunion, simply aid visually to help trace
back the past to the growth of the community.
This was a
homecoming event held by Notre Dame of General Santos Alumni Association
(NDGSA)- USA and Canada chapters in partnership with the Dominican Sisters of
Sienna, Marist Brothers Community and University Community, in connection with
the Diamond Jubilee Celebration of Notre Dame spirit of verification and
solidarity.
The motorcade of
the participating communities started in the morning of May 21st
from Notre Dame Siena College to NDDU-IBED Lagao where the program was
conducted.
In his welcome
message, Bro. John Y. Tan, FMS, executive assistant to the president said, “We must keep paying forward. For whatever
you sow you must reap. Never stop learning no matter how young you are. Never
be afraid to make mistakes because even the most brilliant man makes it. What’s
important is to learn from your mistakes. Never forget the Lord.”
Most displays
from one side of the covered area were the history and citations of NDDU which
include the activities, achievements and mission-vision statements of its
departments namely: College of Engineering and Technology, College of Health
Sciences, College of Education, College of Arts and Sciences, Business College
and the Graduate School.
Celebrating its
50th year, the VOX Publication had its yearbooks from 1963-2011.
Outstanding Alumni, Alumni Today Publications, Alumni Art Works by Mr. Bueno
Silva and Alumni Book launching and re-launching of Southern Heritage history
books from the 13th century by Dr. Santos and Mr. Jong Ramirez were
also featured.
There also
included was newly-launched Challenge 21, an educational strategy board game by
Mr. Leonardo Mejia Yu.
In his speech, Mr.
Chito de Guzman, PATA president proposed the alumni wall, two-classroom building
at Maasim and library expansions.
More activities were looked forward to for the
rest of the year by the Notre Dameans to create a meaningful and productive 60th
year celebration of the institution.
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