WHO IS MR. SOL P. DIAZ SR.?

“The value of life lies not in the length of days but in the use we make of them. A man may live long, yet get little from life. Whether you find satisfaction in life depends not on your tale of years, but on your will.” MONTAIGNE... The late Mr. Sol P. Diaz Sr. of Kapatagan, Lanao del Norte was born on July 3, 1945 and he passed by last March 30, 2010 because of a cardiac arrest at the age of sixty-four. His loving wife named, Myrna Diaz their children Eric, Erwin, Jay-Arh, Marish and Manette. Their grandchildren, Mamai, Cacai, Haddy, Jaja, Jing-jing, Jayden, Joellian and Thirdy. There are four aspects to know who Mr. Sol P. Diaz Sr. as a Father is; he was really a responsible man. He did not only provide to his children a fish to eat but instead he taught them on how to fish. Those are the basic things that he gave them. He provided his children the skills and potentials on how to live with life, how to deal with people, and most especially on how to live a descent life. He was appreciated most about those things in which he provided as much as possible, he do not want his children to suffer from poverty or nothing, as much as possible he always have a sources of living from the eldest up to the youngest. Lately the only thing that he wanted most and he dreamed for, was his youngest daughter named Manette to finish high school. He worried to her because unlike with the younger siblings they had already the skills and sources of living but unfortunately he did not able to wait it. As a father he was able to provide the demand of their lives. He was really a good father of the family. As a member of the community, Mr. Sol had contributed much to the community. If there was an assignment given to him from the Local Government Unit, he would really make it sure to performed it well, “dili jud katulgan” as his daughter Marish uttered during the interview. Another thing, Mr. Sol P. Diaz Sr. was very well- respected, from his name, dignity and as a person. As a husband, he was very loyal to his wife even before that he expressed to his wife that if God will get him, he do not want other people to serve him even his family. Proven as a man with principle and sacrificed a not only to his family but also to other people. As an administrator of an academic institution, he served eighteen years as a principal of Saint Francis Xavier Academy. He performed it well and dedicated his life even to the last minute of his life, he dedicated it to the said institution. His proudest moment was the demand of the school president, Msgr. Galledo really asked him to stay not like the other administrators in which they mentioned that they can do so much about the school but unlike Mr. Diaz Sr. that., “you can do so much from the school” Msgr. Galledo said. The day that he culminated the golden jubilee in the church, it showed how potential he is and nobody can replaced him. He left a legacy to Saint Francis Xavier Academy and it could be very difficult to the next administrator for the school to surpass his achievement to the school. Being a good principal and a good example to students. No intrigues against him. He taught quality education and produced quality graduates which are very useful to the community. With regards to his educational attainment and experienced, Mr. Sol P. Diaz, grew without parents because his mother died when he was a four years old and at the age of five his father followed. He was a working student, a shoe shine boy, and also a newspaper boy. His college years, was at Immaculate Conception College Ozamiz City also a working student. He spent time of resting through reading and studying at the library. As early as nineteen years old he became an instructor at Iligan Capitol College, Iligan City. After that he became a supervisor at Johnsons and Johnsons Company. He took up Masters Degree but he was not able to finish because of financial constraint. But he really has the wisdom and intellect to manage and to handle an academic institution. He served as Lieutenant Colonel in the military and lastly as school principal at Saint Francis Xavier Academy within eighteen years. In his old age attributes, he was still an intelligent man. He asked questions to those things which were unfamiliar to him, he read books and surfed the internet. He was also submissive to others who want to teach him and he never underestimated those young at age compared to him but he was very open-minded to new learning’s and valued opinion to younger generations. Mr. Sol communicated people with sense. Concluded that he was a well-determined and well-principled person.

INTER-CHURCH YOUTHCAMP 2010

The World Harvest Missionary Church located in Margus, Kapatagan Lanao del Norte which served three years ago, hold its First Inter-Church Youth Camp 2010 last Mach 31-April 2,2010 with the theme: "INTIMACY AND FRUITFULLNESS" The said activity was planned by all pastors in Kapatagan and formulated the organization known as "Movement for Righteousness in Kapatagan". The youth participants were came from Mahayag, Zamboanga del Sur, Maranding, Butadon, Balili, Lapinig and Kapatagan Lanaodfel Norte. Pastora Corazon Quirinto said that at first they only have their fellowship to some other churches until such time that they come-up with an idea of making the organization called "Movement for Righteousness in Kapatagan". The theme talks about a man's relationship to God.This could be helpful to the youth so that they will come closer to GOD and for them to become a responsible Christians,Pastora Quirinto added. There were also pastors who lead their youth in their respective churches like Pastor Jun Mantilla, Pastor Jun Paguikan Pastora Maricar Mantilla and her husband whom came from Butuan and they currently live in Poblacion Kapatagan ,LDN. She said during the interview of the Love Radio Mediamen that,"ANG KINABUHI BILILHON KAAYO SAMTANG BATAN-ON PATA, MAGPAGAMIT TA SA GINOO".

FIRST COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES OF KALINAW, KALILINTAD INTEGRATED PEACE SCHOOL, CONDUCTED

The Kalinaw, Kalilintad Integrated Peace School conducted its First Commencement Exercises last March 31, 2010 with Seventeen Graduates under the admninistration of the KKIPS Principal Mrs.Jona B. Preagido with the theme: "EDUKASYON ANG SOLUSYON". The KKIPS is located inside the Kapatagan East Central Elementary School.Hopefully by the next school year they will be transferred to the back portion of the KECES Campus,as what the KKIPS principal stresses during the interview. The activity was witnessed by the principals from the different elementary schools headed by their dynamic and energetic Schools Division Superintendent, Mrs. Maria Luisa B. Mutia,Division PEACE School Coordinator, Mrs. Conny Imburong, parents, visitors and the "Graduates".

ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT 2nd Semester S.Y. 2009-2010

As God gives me for the second time around to serve the college and to all the students, members of the organization and ever supportive adviser, co-officers who trust in me to do the task. Thank you. Being a leader you must be ready to serve and be willing to accept responsibilities. I did not expect to be elected as an officer in this academic organization of the Junior Business Executive. Officer must be patient and excellent enough to pursue in leading the students and to bring them an honor to the college. As part of my priorities aside from burning my midnight candle, sleepless nights, sweats and tiredness, It is my great privileged to serve. As a contrast, to be an inspiring leader you do not have to be the smartest, or even if it makes you temporarily unpopular. Leadership doesn’t mean winning popularity contest. Leadership is not merely a position, but it is an action which measures your capacity to lead. Perhaps, conflicts and misunderstandings may positively come because of the different intellectual upbringings of the students. But those were an ingredients to achieve one’s goal and part of growing-up to be molded and enhanced individual skills. Various activities and competitions challenge me to deal with others to the best of my ability, with the goal of considering the welfare of the other students and the institution as well. I may not be an expert enough but with the title of being an officer I discovered myself that I have the talent and uniqueness toward the others, to achieve something new that shows an honor to me and to the organization. Elected as Social Manager, Director of Media Publication and Documentation, and a coordinator of the community extension program of the College of Business and Management representing the said organization, is quite complicated. However, I’m afraid because time will be divided and absolutely it will greatly affect my academic performance. It is not easy because it needs alertness and enthusiasm especially time management. To acquire information in whatever events that the organization accomplished, it must be accurate and reliable. Commitment is the vital word of Leadership. Among the activities of the second semester were the following: first was the spiritual gathering participated by the various academic organizations within the College of Business and Management. Students were very eager as they cooperated the said activity that was facilitated by the JBE Officers. As included in the program of activities within the semester. It followed by the other activity namely, the student Christmas Party held at the covered court where, we the JBE Officers with the adviser have the exchanging gift. For me, that was a happy moment where the 4th year batch bonded and acquaints each other. Students were good looking in their different casual wears. In the Outreach Programs, as the coordinator of the community extension program of the CBM Department, I was been challenged to do my part of the said activity. At first, I lost my self-confidence to deal the said position but later I realized that I must be flexible enough and be able to manage my time because from time to time I am called for a different meetings. In which Outreach Programs were held outside the University. MURSO Festival I am quite passive since I am leading also to the other organization within the campus. But I participate also to the activity and that was my first time to join a monologue contest inside the university. College Day with the Tribute to Teachers. This activity in which I was surprise to the following certificates that I received, to the different positions that I deal with. During officer’s meeting I am habitually called to lead a prayer. Although I felt tired of those different activities especially at the time of our preparations, but I learned the camaraderie, friendship and the real meaning of leadership. That was very interesting and unforgettable experienced of my college life. I never regret even if how busy myself is, because I learned and I gained additional knowledge as part of my inspiration. This helps me to develop my skills and build self-confidence as media practitioners that I practice not only in the public but also to my college. And it was proven through the documentations that I made. My heartfelt thanks and gratitude for those who trust me to do my task. To my co-officers, to our ever supportive adviser Ma’am Emie Dungog who correct my mistakes and most especially to our Heavenly Father who gave everything, and who keep me firm and strong and a determination to success. May God bless and Mabuhay!

Debate: CFD vs SDA Pastors

Pro Deo et Ecclessia ( For God and Church). The grand debate of Catholic Faith Defender vs. Seventh Day Adventist Pastors was held last January 17, 2010 at Ozamiz City Public Mall. It was witnessed by catholics and non-catholics, who were very eager to know for what is the truth. In the first part of the said debate, the affirmative side was Bro. Wendell P. Talibong CFD National Vice-President for External Affairs who brought the theme, “PAMATUD-AN NGA ANG MANANAP NGA MGA MAHUGAW SA DAANG TUGON, GIHINLUAN NA SA DIOS UG IPAKAON”. SDA pastor Jun dela Peña from Cagayan de Oro City was the negative side. He insisted that men are not allowed to eat pig since it is dirty. But Pastor dela Peña feared and amazed when Bro. Wendell Talibong used their magazine entitled, “ADVENTIST REVIEW” page 9 by Jerry Moon where Ellen G. White, the founder of the SDA and her husband James White ate pig. While the second part of the debate, the theme was “PAMATUD-AN NGA ANG IKA-PITONG ADLAW SA SEMANA NGA MAO ANG SABADO or SATURDAY MAOY ADLAWNG IGPAPAHULAY NGA SUGO SA DIOS.” Whom Bro. Cleb Calimutan, CFD National Vice- President for Internal Affairs brought the affirmative side. SDA Pastor Bro. Michelle Bendillo destined in Dipolog City is the one who invited for a debate with Bro. Cleb Calimutan. But according to SDA Pastor Jun dela Peña that Pastor Bendillo arrived at the venue of the debate and he did not attempt to meet Bro. Calimutan since he refuses to face the said debate. The SDA Pastor Roy Veri from the town of Lopez Jaena was forced to takeover with Pastor Bendillo for a debate. People shouted during the the cross examination of Bro. Cleb Calimutan to Pastor Veri when Bro Calimutan used the book of SDA entitled, “MGA HITABO SA KATAPUSANG PANAHON by Ellen G. White page 161 that says, “IYANG GIPAINOM ANG TANANG KANASURAN SA BINO SA IYANG MAHUGAWNG KAULAG. GIUNSA NIINI PAGHITABO? PINAAGI SA PAGPUGOS SA KATAWHAN SA PAGDAWAT SA MINI NGA SABADO.”

SPIRITUAL GATHERING

“Whenever God erects a house of prayer, the devil always builds a chapel there; and twill be found, upon examination, the latter has the largest congregation.” David Defoe It is only when man gets closest to nature that he gets closest to God. The College of Business and Management CBM Department hold its spiritual gathering last December 3, 2009 4:00p.m. to 6:00p.m. at the CBM-AVR. The activity was hosted by the Junior Business Executives (JBE). The JBE officers facilitated it with theme, “Overcoming the Giants of Life”. Mrs. Lilia Lim was the speaker. Students from JPIA, MOFADS, HOT and JBE and the faculty of the college headed by the dean Mrs. Susan T. dela Fuente were present at the said activity conducted. The speaker religiously stresses that in order for us to overcome the giants of our lives, problems and odds which challenge everyone, “Let us be faithful to a God hopeful and prayerful. God knows everything, even if we did not ask Him, but He knows already our needs, weaknesses, strengths and shortcomings in life”, she added. The students and other participants were very eager, listened to the brilliant speaker of her religious messages. “Spirituality is one of the most important factors to our lives, we can’t live without God. God is love, He is our strength and breath, and without Him we can do nothing”.

OUTREACH PROGRAM

The community extension program is one of the functio of the Misamis University to help other people through livelihood programs, feeding programs and giving in kind to them. As included of the calendar of activities of the college, the Junior Business Executives under the CBM Department conducted it's community extension program last December 21, 2009 at Sinusa, Ozamiz City. The activity were headed by Ms. Genelisa Piedad and Mr. Abraham Gumantarun, the community extension coordinators with the support of the adviser Ms. Emie Dungog and the cooperation of the other officers and year level coordinators. They distributed snacks to the kids, who were the respondents of the outreach activity. They also gave clothing, school supplies, shoes and sandals. There were 34 kids given. Children were very happy, others were brought by their mothers to the venue which is the Barangay Hall, where the activity conducted. JBE officers visited also a small chapel somewhere in the mentioned Barangay and they distributed in kind materials, clothes and other school supplies given to the children and senior citizens who were present. Officers conducted some games to them, and taught good moral values. The activity was witnessed with the only Barangay Kagawad Mr. Elemento Arman from Purok-1, Sinusa ,Ozamiz City. Their Barangay Captain Hon. Herbert Lanaja was not able to come because of some important purposes. The outreach program as done successfully. Children were very happy of what they received. They were attentive also to the following games given to them. According to Thomas Morrell, " The first great gift we can bestow on others is a good example." "Real generousity is doing something nice for someone who will never find out."

MURSO FESTIVAL

The Junior Business Executives, College of Business and Management joined the 22nd MURSO FESTIVAL last January 22-23, 2010 at MU Campus, with the theme, “80 Years of Empowering Student Leadership Through Quality Education.”. The JBE is one of the active organization in the university in which this is also included as one of the ten most outstanding organizations in the university with the president Mr. Mark Cris Escobar for the S.Y. 2009-2010. Members of the organization were actively participated the following various competition during the said MURSO FESTIVAL. The JBE organization received some awards and recognitions during the event that was done successfully.

BARANGAY HEALTH WORKER'S 15TH ANNIVERSARY

The 15th Anniversary of the Barangay Health Workers (BHW) was an enjoyable celebration joined by the 51 Barangays in Ozamiz City yesterday. The BHW showed their ability in dancing in front of the City Officials and candidates for the 2010 elections. The Barangay Captains of the said city also competed them in dancing while a look -alike Willie Revillame, City Councilor Loloy Cartajenas sang. The City Health headed by the daughter of the City Councilor Bebie Neri, which is Dr. Perlyn Neri, showed also their best in dancing. Midwives of the City Health headed by Mrs. Nadet Pusod participated also in the said event. Congreswoman, Hon. Hermie Ramiro in the 2nd district of Misamis Occidental was the enthusiastic speaker." I can say goodbye to you " said Cong. Hermie Ramiro to the BHW in the City because she will leave the position for a while of being a Congresswoman in the 2ND DISTRICT because she will run for Governor in the province of Misamis Occidental. This doesn't mean that she will no longer support the BHW, but she will widen her service to them and to the people in Misamis Occidental,said Cong. Ramiro during her speech. She ask the BHW to support the candidacy of Gilbert "GIBO" Teodoro for President in the country with his runningmate, Edu Manzano and also to the following senators in the party of the LAKAS CMDUNDP-KAMPI.