‘SERVE WITH DIGNITY AND HUMANITY’ CatSU OIC urges new nurses, nutritionist-dietitians
EDUCATION AND RESEARCH (ED)Addressing 133 new nurses and 30
new nutritionist-dieticians, Catanduanes State University (CatSU)
Officer-in-Charge (OIC) Atty. Septon A. de la Cruz pinned on his message that
they should serve with dignity and humanity during the Testimonial Dinner held
on December 6 at the university gymnasium.
“In every step you take, let
compassion be your compass and guide you to offer not just care, but dignity
and humanity. Remember, true service extends beyond hospital walls and clinic
doors. It reaches the outskirts, where healthcare is a distant dream, and
touches the lives of the less privileged, where hope often flickers faintly,”
Atty. de la Cruz said, and further expounded on true service measures that
extend beyond hospital walls and clinic doors to the less privileged.
Atty. de la Cruz also commended
the passers and said they should take pride in themselves for passing the
rigors of their education to earn the profession.
“You must take pride in
yourselves. Everyone knows it was no easy feat. From meeting admission
requirements to excelling in exams, to competing in an ever-challenging
field—your achievements are a proof of your grit and determination,” the OIC
said.
He also advised them to balance
ambition with humility, knowledge with empathy, and success with service,
noting that the profession they have chosen is both a privilege and
responsibility that will demand strength, wisdom, and kindness.
With special accolade, he lauded
Mikael Angelo R. Romero, who made it to the top 10 nationwide, saying Mikael’s
journey is an inspiring example of discipline and leadership, for Mikael being
a high school Corps Commander of the Advanced Citizenship Training Program
(ACTP) and now a topnotcher in the academe side.
“Your achievement reflects not
just personal excellence but also the potential every student of this
university possesses when discipline meets determination,” the OIC said.
The OIC also lauded the Vice
Presidents, dean, chairpersons, faculty, and support staff of the College of
Health Sciences (CHS) for achieving another laurel for the university.
