Silliman University JSWAP

| The SU Junior Social Workers' Association of the Philippines (SU JSWAP) invites all BS Social Work Freshmen to our July Devotion!

Give yourself a moment to breathe, ground, and connect.

See you on July 15, 2026 (Wednesday) from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM at AH 412.

Brought to you by: The Silliman University Church, Department of Social Work, and SU JSWAP.




The Monthly Devotion is an initiative by the SU JSWAP that gathers students from diverse faith backgrounds for devotional, mindfulness, grounding, reflexive, and meditative activities. The program aims to nurture grounded, mindful Social Work students by reinforcing core values and spirituality while promoting healthy mental and emotional well-being.

| As stipulated in the Approved GPOA for SY 2026-2027, the Association will hold its 1st Special General Assembly for the first semester on July 18, 2026. Details regarding the time and venue will be announced soon.

This assembly is a critical part of Phase 3 of the Ratification Process for the 2026 SU JSWAP Constitution and Bylaws (CBL).

With this rationale, important business items will be discussed, including (1) Acquaintance Party, (2) Hibalag Festival 2026, and (3) Second Reading of the Working Draft of the 2026 SU JSWAP CBL.

All SU JSWAP members are highly encouraged to review the Working Draft of the 2026 SU JSWAP CBL via the link below. Please write down your suggestions for amendments so they can be raised as formal motions and addressed during the Second Reading.

https://tinyurl.com/WorkingDraft2026SUJSWAPCBL
https://tinyurl.com/WorkingDraft2026SUJSWAPCBL
https://tinyurl.com/WorkingDraft2026SUJSWAPCBL

200 Merit Points will be awarded to all members who attend and actively participate in the assembly.

See you there, SU JSWAP members! Your voice matters in shaping our Association.

“They say the measure of a leader is not in authority, but in the lives they uplift.”

To our humble and most hardworking Chairperson, who truly embodies empathy as a social worker and brilliance as an educator—happy birthday, Ma'am S!

We are deeply grateful for everything you do for our department and beyond. You inspire us daily to strive for excellence and to become the best social workers we can be, dedicated to serving the last, the least, and the lost.

May the challenges and triumphs of the past year bear fruitful rewards as you begin this beautiful new chapter. We pray that the year ahead brings you even more reasons to celebrate, smile, and continue inspiring your students, colleagues, family, and friends, so your life may continue to be a blessing to those around you.

We see your unwavering dedication and hard work, and so does the Almighty. May God bless you with more meaningful experiences, brighter days, and deep joy in every journey ahead.

With appreciation and immense gratitude from your SU JSWAP family—happy birthday, Ma'am S!

| The Silliman University Junior Social Workers’ Association of the Philippines (SU JSWAP) officially opens its Committee Member Application Period for the School Year 2026-2027.

📌 Application Dates
July 7 to July 9, 2026

📌 Application Forms
Please swipe through the accompanying slides to access the respective Application Form Links.

📌 Important Reminders & Eligibility Guidelines

To streamline organizational operations, please note the following automatic committee assignments and exclusions based on elected year-level positions:

1. Year Level Presidents / Representatives: Ineligible to join any committee, as their roles are dedicated to assisting the SU JSWAP President with auxiliary executive duties.

2. Year Level Vice Presidents: Automatically enrolled in the Committee on Social Action.

3. Year Level Secretaries: Automatically enrolled in the Committee on Documentation.

4. Year Level Treasurers: Automatically enrolled in the Committee on Finance.

5. Year Level Auditors: Automatically enrolled in the Committee on Audit.

6. Year Level Public Information Officers (PIOs): Automatically enrolled in the Committee on Creatives & Social Communication.

7. Year Level Protocol Officers: Automatically enrolled in the Committee on Constitution & Bylaws.

📌 Note for General Membership

All Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) Levels 1, 2, and 3 students who do not hold the positions listed above are required to apply and join an SU JSWAP Committee.

In accordance with the Manual of the Merit and Demerit System of the Association, actively joining and participating in a committee earns a member 300 merit points.

Details regarding the Onboarding Session will be announced at a later date.

Members are advised to monitor their official SU Student Email accounts regularly for updates, status confirmations, and further instructions.

For any questions or clarifications, please reach out to your respective Year Level Representatives.

| The Silliman University Junior Social Workers Association of the Philippines (SU JSWAP) announces the procurement process and schedule for the official SU JSWAP uniforms.

Please guide yourselves accordingly with the following steps, deadlines, and critical dates:

📍 Step 1: SHIRT SIZING

Location: AH 4th Floor Corridor

July 2, 2026 (Thursday)
9:00 AM to 11:30 AM
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM

July 3, 2026 (Friday)
8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM

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📍 Step 2: PLACEMENT OF ORDER

Kindly fill out the order form via this link:
https://forms.gle/PJbEVFNEF2UMEAXU6
https://forms.gle/PJbEVFNEF2UMEAXU6
https://forms.gle/PJbEVFNEF2UMEAXU6

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📍 Step 3: PAYMENT DEADLINE

Deadline: July 10, 2026

Option 1: Cash Payment – Settle directly with your respective Class Treasurer. Ensure you are issued an Official Receipt upon payment for your own records.

Option 2: Online Payment – Send payments via GCash or Maya using the QR codes provided in the announcement.

⚠️ Note: Please include an additional Php 5.00 for the transfer fee. You must take a screenshot of your successful transaction receipt and send it to your Class Treasurer immediately for validation and recordkeeping.

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📍 Step 4: DISTRIBUTION

Location: AH 4th Floor Corridor

July 16, 2026 – 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM | 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM

July 17, 2026 – 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM | 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM

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⚠️ IMPORTANT REMINDER

By July 20, 2026, all Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) students are required to wear their SU JSWAP uniforms according to the prescribed schedule. Compliance shall be strictly monitored by the Year Level Advisers and Class Officers.

For any questions or clarifications, please coordinate directly with your class officers. Thank you for your cooperation!

| The Silliman University Junior Social Workers Association of the Philippines (SU JSWAP) officially convened its First Regular General Assembly on June 24, 2026, at SC 110. The assembly successfully established a quorum, with 114 out of the 162 total BSSW students in attendance, representing a 70.37% participation rate.

The assembly addressed several critical items of organizational business, primarily focusing on financial updates regarding the Association Fee collection and the ratification of foundational institutional policies.

Key approvals and policy ratifications during the assembly include the following:

(1) General Plan of Action (GPOA) for SY 2026–2027: The student body voted unanimously to approve the GPOA with 114 affirmative votes, surpassing the required two-thirds majority by six votes. This strategic roadmap aims to streamline and coordinate student-led initiatives across the department, college, and university levels.

(2) Manual of the Merit and Demerit System: Proposed by the Executive Board to bolster student engagement and event attendance, the system was approved with exactly 108 affirmative votes, meeting the precise two-thirds majority threshold.

The assembly also marked a significant step in institutional governance with the First Reading of the working draft for the 2026 SU JSWAP Constitution and By-Laws (CBL).

According to Activity Design No. 001-2026-2027 (approved in May 2026), the CBL must undergo a strict five-phase ratification process. The current First Reading represents the initial part of the third phase of the process—legislative review required prior to a final student body vote. The Second Reading shall be conducted during the 1st Special General Assembly in July. The Plebiscite shall follow in the same month.

Pursuant to its governing Constitution, SU JSWAP is mandated to convene two Regular General Assemblies per semester.



PICTURES | Leanna Montero, Committee on Creative and Social Communication

| Following the recently concluded Department Orientation held on June 27, 2026, the Social Work Department of Silliman University officially announces the implementation of the SU JSWAP Uniform Policy, effective Monday, June 29, 2026.

As declared by the Department Chairperson, Serlyn B. Esquierdo-Sanson, RSW, MSSW, compliance will be strictly monitored by the respective year-level advisers.

To ensure an orderly transition, students are advised to observe the specific guidelines designated for their respective year levels:

BSSW Level 1: First-year students are not yet mandated to wear the SU JSWAP uniform. Instead, they are required to adhere strictly to the appropriate dress code prescribed in the 2026 Student Handbook for both campus and off-campus activities. Information regarding uniform procurement will be disseminated as soon as details are finalized.

BSSW Levels 2 & 3: Sophomores and juniors must strictly follow the prescribed uniform schedule on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, as visually detailed in the accompanying plates.

BSSW Level 4: Seniors are expected to comply with their dedicated Internship Uniform Schedule during their designated duty hours and whenever reporting to the University.

This directive is issued for the information, guidance, and strict compliance of all concerned Bachelor of Science in Social Work students.

| The SU JSWAP has officially announced its newly appointed chairpersons for the Commission on Elections and six (6) of the Association's 12 standing committees!

Meanwhile, general student applications for these committees, including the Ad Hoc Hibalag Festival Steering Committee, are set to be announced at a later date. Stay tuned for updates!

| The Social Work Department of Silliman University will hold a department-wide orientation on June 27, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at SC 110.

The orientation will include the Oath-Taking Ceremony of the SU JSWAP 2026–2027 Core Officers.

All students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Social Work are required to attend. A total of 200 merit points will be earned through attendance and participation.

Please arrive at the venue 10 minutes early and sit with your year level.