IAU Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Unit

𝑹𝒆𝒇𝒍𝒆𝒄𝒕. 𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒆. 𝑪𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆.

The IDRRMU extends its warmest Christmas greetings to all Aerospacers. This season, we reflect on our shared mission and the dedication required to serve others. May the peace of the holidays provide a moment of stillness and gratitude for the year ahead.

𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐬, 𝐀𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬!

As the Christmas and New Year holidays approach, it’s time to head home and recharge. To ensure your break starts and ends on a high note, here are a few reminders from the IAU Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Unit.

Being prepared is the best way to travel with peace of mind. Check the poster below for:
• 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝘀: Important steps to take before you head out to ensure your quarters stay secure over the break.
• 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀: Ways to stay vigilant and protect yourself while navigating busy terminals and transit points.
• 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘀: Reminders on who to contact and how to keep your loved ones updated on your journey.

Let’s look out for one another so we can all enjoy a well-deserved rest with our families. Wishing the entire IAU community a peaceful and meaningful holiday season!

𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝘂𝗺𝗽𝗵𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸: 𝗜𝗗𝗥𝗥𝗠𝗨'𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿-𝗘𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻!

The IDRRMU family came together for a meaningful two-day Annual Year-End Review and Oathtaking of New Members, held on December 13–14 at the scenic Alta Cebu Resort. The event was filled with reflections on achievements, valuable training sessions, strengthened camaraderie, and a renewed commitment to service. As new members officially took their oath, the celebration marked not only the close of a productive year but also the beginning of greater collaboration and resilience in the year ahead.

Sharing Blessings & Expressing Gratitude!

On December 17, the IDRRMU shared the spirit of the holiday season through a meaningful gift-giving activity for the school's guards, maintenance personnel, and staff. This initiative served as a heartfelt recognition of their dedication and invaluable service in keeping the campus safe, orderly, and well-maintained throughout the year.

As the holidays bring warmth and reflection, this simple gesture honored the hard work and commitment of those who quietly ensured that the school continued to run smoothly every day.

🎄𝑱𝒐𝒚𝒇𝒖𝒍 𝑻𝒊𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒔 & 𝑩𝒊𝒓𝒕𝒉𝒅𝒂𝒚 𝑪𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔!

Merry Christmas and Happy Birthday! Sending our warmest wishes to all our December celebrants for a holiday season filled with peace, love, and genuine connection. We hope your special day is marked by deep joy and unforgettable moments with those you cherish.

𝑭𝒊𝒓𝒆 𝑺𝒂𝒇𝒆𝒕𝒚 𝑺𝒆𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒓 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈

The Unit has successfully facilitated the conduct of the Fire Safety Seminar and Training in partnership with the Lapu-Lapu City Fire Protection Department (LLCFPD) last November 26, 2025. The seminar was led by the esteemed facilitators from the Lapu-Lapu City BFP personnel led by SFO2 Oiretuele C. Baguio, who shared vital tips on mitigating fire and provided comprehensive information for participants from the Basic Education and College Departments.

The training concluded with an actual open fire simulation. The attendance and active engagement of the students, faculty, and staff in learning critical safety protocols are highly valued and crucial to the community's preparedness. A big thank you to all who participated!

On November 23, the IDRRMU held its 1st General Assembly for the second semester.

The program began with an energizer to boost the energy of the members. Following this, the respective officers delivered essential Division and Unit Updates to ensure all members were properly informed and aligned for the term.

Unity Quest ignited a spark within the unit as members gathered for an inspiring call to action facilitated by our esteemed Student Affairs Office Director, Ms Maria Luz G. Cahayagan. This wasn't just another meeting; it was a dynamic session designed to reignite our passion for service and underscore the power of unity in disaster response. With an engaging activities, we explored new horizons for connection, collaboration and discovered fresh avenues to amplify our impact. The assembly concluded with a valuable team-building activity specifically designed to unite members across different waves, strengthening the overall cohesion of the unit.

The IDRRMU stands mobilized, informed, and collaboratively prepared for the semester's initiatives.

🧡𝑪𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑵𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒆𝒓 𝑩𝒊𝒓𝒕𝒉𝒅𝒂𝒚 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒔!

Let us raise a cheer for all those celebrating their special day throughout 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫. May your year be richly blessed, your celebrations be memorable, and every good wish you receive come to fruition.

𝐈𝐀𝐔 𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐄 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 𝐒𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐑 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆

We invite all College and Basic Education students to come to the Fire Safety Seminar Training on November 26, 2025. This event will be held at the IAU Arena at 9:00 AM.

This training is a crucial opportunity for us to learn how to prevent fire hazards and respond correctly during emergencies. Let us come together to prepare ourselves and fulfill our goal of being ready to serve in times of need.