PWU GCTO

Celebrating World Mental Health Day reminds us of the importance of being present for others.

As counselors and helping professionals, we play a vital role in supporting those who struggle and in guiding them toward healing and growth, one day at a time.

Let us remember that the ability to help others is both a gift and an opportunity, to share compassion, offer understanding, and bring hope in our own ways.

May we continue to care not only for others but also for ourselves, nurturing our physical and mental well-being so we can keep being that light for others.

"Be Kind Always in All Ways."

Caption by Dan Talusan
Poster by Crizel John Torio

𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗔 𝗖𝗨𝗠 𝗟𝗔𝗨𝗗𝗘 𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗗 𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗡 𝗣𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗦 𝗕𝗟𝗘𝗣𝗣 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 ✨

27-year-old Riane Rafael Foronda, a proud graduate of Philippine Women’s University (PWU), has proven that blindness is never a barrier to success.

Once battling depression and isolation after losing his sight at 15, he rose above stigma through faith, family, and music.

This year, he graduated Summa Cum Laude and Salutatorian—and now, he has also passed the September 2025 Psychometricians Licensure Exam (BLEPP).

💬 “My world collapsed after I went blind... but I wish to show people that in a world often plagued by darkness, the light will always reveal itself to guide our way.”

👉 Read full story: bit.ly/RianeForondaStory

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In support of the school’s pursuit of excellence, the University President emphasized to the PWU community the true essence of service they should embody. “Beyond technology, beyond digitization efforts, service is still about the day-to-day interactions between people. These are the small everyday occurrences that allow us to show that we are a service-oriented institution and that we treat people with kindness and respect, regardless of who they are.”

𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗙𝗨𝗟𝗟 𝗕𝗨𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡: www.pwu.edu.ph/patriots-bulletin-2025-03

𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐭𝐬, 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞!

The University Student Council gives you the platform to champion student voices, inspire positive change, and leave a lasting impact. If you are ready to make your mark, NOW is the time to step forward!

Submit your candidacy for the 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔.𝗬. 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 at the Office of Student Affairs! The application period runs from 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟰, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟭𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱.

Don't miss the chance to make a real difference! Whether it is advocating for students' needs, organizing unforgettable events, or influencing campus decisions, your leadership could shape the future of our University.

Step up, stand out, and be the voice of change!

In light of the planned nationwide transport strike beginning March 24, classes in PWU-JASMS Manila shall shift to synchronous online modality tomorrow, March 24.

Meanwhile, the planned sportsfest and fair at PWU-JASMS QC shall proceed as scheduled.

Classes in PWU Taft Campus shall continue on synchronous online modality as scheduled.

Work operations in all PWU and PWU-JASMS Campuses shall proceed as scheduled.

Students who are processing their applications and enrollment may do so either in-person or online via www.pwu.edu.ph.

We will keep you posted for further updates. Thank you and stay safe!

𝑷𝑾𝑼 𝑺𝑻𝑼𝑫𝑬𝑵𝑻 𝑳𝑬𝑨𝑫𝑬𝑹𝑺 𝑪𝑶𝑵𝑭𝑬𝑹𝑬𝑵𝑪𝑬
LEVEL UP! Unlock your leadership potential
For more details, don't hesitate to contact us at the Guidance, Counseling and Testing Office (GCTO)
𝑬𝒎𝒂𝒊𝒍 𝑨𝒅𝒅𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒔: [email protected]
𝑳𝒐𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏: Malvar Wing, PWU Manila Campus

The Office of Student Affairs and Discipline, along with the Guidance, Counseling, and Testing Office (GCTO), is thrilled to invite PWU Student Organization Officers to the Student Leaders’ Conference 2025, themed “Level Up! Unlock your Leadership Potential!”

Join us for a day of engaging activities and thought-provoking discussion as we equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to lead successfully in your student organizations and future careers! See you on 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, at 𝟴:𝟬𝟬 𝗮.𝗺. 𝘁𝗼 𝟰:𝟬𝟬 𝗽.𝗺. at the 𝗣𝗪𝗨 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗼 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘇 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹!

Each PWU-recognized organization is required to send 3 representatives.
𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://forms.gle/mn6jvvoUCkS8D4on6
𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: March 31, 2025 (Monday) at 5:00 p.m.

For more details, you may reach out at the following contact details:

𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗳𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲
Email Address: [email protected]
Location: 2nd Floor Mezzanine, Nakpil Wing, PWU Manila Campus

𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 (𝗚𝗖𝗧𝗢)
Email Address: [email protected]
Location: 2nd Floor Malvar Wing, PWU Manila Campus

Special thanks to the Peer Facilitators Organization, University Student Council, and Marketing and Admissions Office!

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People with Down syndrome must be able to meaningfully participate in decision-making processes on issues that affect their lives.

Friday is World Down Syndrome Day.
https://www.un.org/en/observances/down-syndrome-day