Sorsogon State University Castilla Campus successfully held its weeklong Freshmen and Students’ Orientation from September 3-6, 2024. The event, organized by the Office of Student Development Services (SDS), was conducted at the Farmers Training Center AV Hall and was simultaneously streamed via Facebook Live and Zoom to accommodate both in-person and remote participants. The orientation provided essential guidance to students from first to fourth year, ensuring they are well-prepared for the academic year ahead.
On the first day of orientation, SorSU President Dr. Geraldine F. De Jesus delivered a heartfelt message that warmly welcomed the students, igniting a sense of inspiration. The students left feeling empowered and ready to take on the year ahead with renewed determination.
SorSU Castilla Campus Director, Prof. Andrew F. Detera, officially opened the event with welcoming remarks, followed by a virtual campus tour presented through an Audio Visual Presentation (AVP), which enabled students to familiarize themselves with the campus facilities and services.
Subsequently, various campus leaders and administrators delivered presentations that provided vital information to assist students in navigating their academic journey. These included:
- History of SorSU, Vision, Mission, Goals, and Quality Policy Statements – Ms. Melody Llabres, SDS Coordinator
- Organizational Structure – Mrs. Reynalda H. Duana, SorSU Castilla Administrative Officer V
- Insights on Degree Programs and Academic Policies – Dr. Rochelle N. Aragon, Dean, College of Agriculture
- Presentation of Faculty (Bachelor of Science in Agriculture – BSA) – Ms. Jocel D. Batuto, BSA Program Chairperson
- Presentation of Faculty (Bachelor of Agricultural Technology – BAT) – Prof. Jobert C. Arcilla, BAT Program Chairperson
- Presentation of Faculty (Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness – BSAB) – Prof. Mary Ann P. Caro, BSAB Program Chairperson
- Presentation of Faculty (Bachelor of Science in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering – BSABE) – Engr. Oscar Peter D. Pascual, BSABE Program Chairperson
- Registrar Services – Mrs. Rosalie Ballatan-Gabito, Campus Registrar
- Admission Services – Mrs. Vergie Nolial, Castilla Campus Admission Officer
- Student Affairs, Services, and Discipline – Ms. Melody Llabres, SDS Coordinator
- Health Services – Ms. Helen L. Sicad, Campus Nurse
- Disaster Risk Reduction, Student Safety, and Security – Mr. Nicanor Balaoro, Coordinator for Safety and Security
- Guidance and Counseling Services – Mr. Ian Balbalosa, Guidance and Counseling Services Coordinator
- Library Services – Ms. Maria Lara G. Grona, Campus Librarian
- Scholarship and Financial Assistance Services – Mr. John Hermel Meneses, Scholarship Coordinator
- Student Organizations: Processes and Guidelines – Ms. Michelle Morante, Student Council Affairs Coordinator, and Ms. Claire Duazo, Officer-In-Charge, Student Council
- Student Publication Services and The Bloom Publication – Mr. Honesto Troi Borromeo III, Student Publication Services Coordinator/PIO, and Marc Clarence D. Dacullo, Editor-In-Chief, The Bloom Publication
- Housing and Canteen Services – Ms. Mary Grace Balderama, Housing and Canteen Services Coordinator
- Culture and Arts – Ms. Justine Joy E. Bornel, Culture and Arts Coordinator
The orientation also featured an open forum, providing students the opportunity to ask questions and seek clarifications on various topics. The program concluded with closing remarks from Ms. Melody Llabres, SDS Coordinator, formally marking the end of the weeklong event.
Sorsogon State University-Castilla Campus
