PUP - Alfonso Campus Guidance Office

Honoring Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Week with Our Community

As we take part in this national observance, we’re reminded of an important truth: keeping our communities safe is something we all contribute to, and even the smallest efforts can make a big difference.

Drug abuse affects far more than one individual; it impacts families, relationships, aspirations, and the future of our young people. That’s why Office of Counseling and Psychological Services stands with our university, parents, leaders, and the entire community to raise awareness and encourage meaningful conversations that protect and uplift.

This week, let’s make space to:
💚 Truly listen to our youth
💚 Offer support to those who may be facing challenges
💚 Learn more about the effects of drug abuse on health and well-being
💚 Work hand in hand to create a safer, healthier environment for all.

Every act of care, no matter how small, helps build a community where everyone can grow, feel valued, and stay safe.

On to Day 7 of Guidance Awareness Month!

Today, we’re featuring CEAP, Career Exploration and Planning for PUPLHS and PUPSHS students.

This program focuses on helping you explore your interests, understand your strengths, and take meaningful steps toward your future, without the pressure of having it all figured out.

We’ve reached Day 6 of Guidance Awareness Month!

Today’s feature is the CAREER Program

Cultivating Awareness, Resilience, and Empowerment for Excellence and Readiness.

It’s all about helping students grow, build confidence, and prepare for the future…one step at a time.

Day 4 of Guidance Awareness Month is here!

Today, we’re putting the spotlight on the CARE Program Creating Awareness and Resilience through Enhanced Substance Abuse Prevention. It’s all about making informed choices, staying strong under pressure, and protecting your future.

It’s Day 3 of Guidance Awareness Month!
Today we’re featuring the A Student Adjustment Program (ASAP), created to help students adjust, connect, and feel at home on campus.

It’s Day 3 of Guidance Awareness Month!

Today we’re featuring the A Student Adjustment Program (ASAP), created to help students adjust, connect, and feel at home on campus.

2nd Day of Guidance Awareness Month
Today, we’re featuring the Guidance Awareness Program (GAP), all about knowing where to turn, who to talk to, and remembering you’re never alone.

2nd Day of Guidance Awareness Month

Today, we’re featuring the Guidance Awareness Program (GAP), all about knowing where to turn, who to talk to, and remembering you’re never alone.

“Adapting, Advocating, Advancing: The Future of Guidance and Counseling Services”

This October, we proudly join the national celebration of Mental Health Awareness as we unveil the new face of our Guidance and Counseling Programs.

Each day, we’ll introduce one of our enhanced programs refreshed with clearer objectives, stronger student focus, and renewed commitment to empowering every learner.

From helping students adjust to promoting mental health, career planning, and crisis support, our programs are here to adapt, advocate, and advance with you in mind.

Stay tuned every day as we spotlight a program, share its goals, and show how it's designed to support your growth, resilience, and success.

Let’s celebrate Guidance Awareness Month 2025 together!

#𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱𝗦𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘀𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗶𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗳𝘂𝗹 — 𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝘀.

World Su***de Prevention Day, observed every September 10th, highlights the urgent need to address su***de, a leading cause of death worldwide, by raising awareness and offering support.

In 2025, campaigns emphasize changing the narrative around su***de by transforming silence and stigma into empathy and action.

Su***de impacts millions annually, with over 720,000 deaths globally each year, and it affects people of all ages and communities.

The day encourages open conversations about mental health, recognizing warning signs, and connecting individuals to resources like crisis lifelines. Community support, policy advocacy, and education are key to saving lives and promoting hope.

𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙖𝙡𝙡, 𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧: 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧, 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙚, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙙. 💜🫂
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References:
https://www.nami.org/get-involved/awareness-events/su***de-prevention-month/
https://afsp.org/national-su***de-prevention-month/
https://www.who.int/health-topics/su***de =tab_1

A N N O U N C E M E N T ❗️❗️❗️

PUP Alfonso Campus, spearheaded by the Student Services Office will be conducting its Freshman Orientation tomorrow, September 5, 2025; 8:00AM at PUP-AC Audio-Visual Room (Room 108).

In line with this, all first-year students of the campus are REQUIRED to attend the event to be informed of the Campus' VMGO, facilities, offices and its functions, and other matters/concerns.

See you there!