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EDUCATION AND RESEARCH (ED)From the modern exterior design of the building to its
welcoming lobby, the first-ever Student Development Center at the Catanduanes
State University (CatSU) seeks to build a space that encourages collaboration
among its students.
Construction of its ground floor began in the first quarter
of 2023, this P24.9 million building is the first-ever facility built in the
universityβs 62-year history, intended to be utilized and managed by the
students.
With a total floor area of 770 square meters, phase 1 was
officially completed in December 2023.
Although the construction of its phase 2, second floor, is
not running yet, the ground floor is now ready for occupancy, according to the
chief of university's Project Management Office (PMO).
"Technically hindi pa tapos ang project kasi igwa pang
phase 2, pero puwede nang gamiton 'yong ground floor kasi usable na siya,"
Project Development Officer III Engr. Renato T. Chong said.
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This newest facility has become possible through the
collaborative effort of Dr. Patrick Alain T. Azanza and former student regents
Renz Mickenly Tanael (2021) and Angelo Piolo Laynes (2022), and incumbent
student regent Francine Mae Tayo. While the project funding was facilitated by
Sen. Juan Edgardo 'Sonny' Angara, Sen. Pia Cayetano, and Ako Bicol Partylist
Representative Elizaldy S. Co, according to the university president.
"Alay natin ito sa mga CatSU students upang higit
nilang ma-enjoy ang academic freedom sa loob ng campus," the president
wrote in his Facebook post on September 18, 2023, after inspecting the
construction site.
Here's a glance at the new building, which will house the
Office of the Student Regent, University Student Council, Office of Student and
Development Services (OSADS), Office of Student Scholarship Financial
Assistance, Career Development & Placement Services (OSSFACDPS), and
registered student body organizations.
As a hub of resources and opportunities, OSADS Director
Francis John B. Templonuevo expressed optimism about the transformative impact
of the center on the campus community.
βDedicating a well-equipped student center holds immense
significance for the holistic development of CatSU students. A place where a
sense of community will be fostered, as this encourages collaboration,
communication, and the exchange of ideas among students under one roof,
nurturing not only their academic success but also their personal growth,β
This newest facility will convene student leaders to share
their passion and knowledge to better serve the studentry.
Located near Menβs Dormitory, the entrance of the Student
Center boasts a wide lobby, setting an inviting atmosphere.
With seven purpose-built rooms, this building has reserved
space for student lounge, student activity area and meeting room, and includes
two comfort rooms for male and female, respectively.
βIt is an open area for collaboration, not just for student
leaders, but for CatSU students to utilize [the facility] in its
full-capacity,β the incumbent USC president said.
Acknowledging also the facilityβs amenities, former student
regent Tanael shared in his post that this will be βa place for the students to
study, [where they can also avail of] computer and printing [services], and
[use this] to practice for performances or even hold a symposiumβ.
With the possible services to be offered, Angel Clemente, a
first year student from the College of Business and Accountancy (CBA), looked
forward to its full operation.
βMalaking tulong sa aming mga estudyante, dahil makakatipid
kami sa gastusin,β she exclaimed.
Planning is also underway for the installation of wifi,
partition walls, and aircon to the new building before its turnover, according
to the incumbent student regent.
