10/03/2026
Sa pangalawang parte ng PUSONG FIREFOX, isang sweet at honest na liham ang nais ibahagi ni Christian Kobe Garon, Governor ng College of Sciences, tungkol sa buhay nila bilang mga student leader at ang mga tao na bahagi nila sa pagharap ng mga kabiguan at tagumpay sa buhay estudyante nila at buhay bilang mga young leaders.
When the sun rose on this term, it rose on students who were still learning how to lead.
We were not experts. We were not fully certain. Most of us were first-timers in council work, stepping into systems we were still trying to understand. Internal coordination. External partnerships. Institutional expectations. We were learning all of it in real time.
And still, we stepped forward.
Not because we were the most prepared.
But because someone had to.
What many people do not always see is that the College of Science carries a different kind of weight. This is a college that is academically inclined — a space where excellence in service must coexist with excellence in the classroom. For many of us, leadership was never a replacement for academics. It was something we carried beside it.
Between laboratory work, problem sets, hospital/clinical duties, examinations, academic deadlines, family responsibilities, and personal struggles, we tried to serve without sacrificing the standards expected from us as science students. And that was where the real challenge lived.
We learned to lead in between everything else. Between exams and meetings. Between review sessions and event preparations. Between moments of confidence and moments of quiet doubt. Being a student leader was never our only role — but it often became one of the heaviest.
There were challenges that erupted along the way. Miscommunications. Pressure. Burnout. Like any group that works closely together, we had disagreements. But we chose to stay in the room. We chose to talk things through. Because sometimes, staying and fixing what is broken is harder — and more meaningful — than walking away.
From PUPS Orientation to Intramurals 2026 and everything in between, every initiative demanded more than what was visible on stage. Behind every program were long, late-night meetings, revisions, budget limitations, last-minute adjustments, and officers balancing academic loads while trying to serve well. It was not always efficient. It was not always smooth. But it moved forward because people remained committed to the work.
Some had to step back along the way, and that is part of this story, too.
To our former BM on WaM, Daniel Candelaria, and former BM on PI, Desiree Taguines, thank you for the time, effort, and heart you have poured into service. Your contributions have truly made a difference. Leadership seasons may change, but the impact you have created will remain.
We also extend our appreciation to our former Council Adviser, Dr. Emman Bugayong, for his guidance, wisdom, and genuine care for the council. Your leadership and support have helped shape us into better servants and leaders.
To BM Jeanine Beltran, now serving as BM on WaM, and BM Chai, now serving as BM on PI, thank you for stepping in when there were gaps that needed to be filled. That kind of courage often goes unnoticed, but it is what keeps organizations moving forward, especially during challenging seasons of service. You both stepped up with excellence and have truly embodied the spirit of service and leadership.
To the Board of Directors, thank you for consistently helping the council stay aligned with its direction, especially during moments when momentum seemed to move too fast or when things felt uncertain. Your steady leadership across our departments has been deeply valued. We truly appreciate your service and dedication. We honor and thank you, Pres. Rahj Gomez (TSU CHEM SOC), Pres. Vhon Alvero (TSU ESS), Pres. Hallen Lacson (PAFT-CHI), Pres. Erik Morales (THE NUMERATES), and Pres. Joie Galang (TSU SNA).
To the Secretariat Committee, thank you for turning chaos into structure and ideas into organized action. From drafting letters to processing and passing essential documents, you ensured that everything moved with clarity and system.
To our EA on External, Jemaica Mariano and Nheilyn Bautista; EA on Internal, Angelica Gawin and Gab Villafranca; and our apprentices, AJ Manalo and Keyshia Loyola — your precision, patience, and commitment behind the scenes kept the council running smoothly. Your work may not always be seen, but it is deeply felt and greatly appreciated.
To the Finance Committee, thank you for safeguarding our sustainability, your discipline ensured that every initiative remained grounded, accountable, and feasible. From processing requirements to preparing budget resolutions and payrolls, you carried the responsibility with integrity and precision. To our EAs — Mikaela Diño, Katt Yalung, and Chloe Ignacio — and our apprentice, Ysabelle Gambala
To the Audit Committee, thank you for strengthening our systems and reinforcing accountability within the council. From serving as our reliable runners, conducting thorough audits, and organizing our once small and chaotic office, you brought order. To our EAs, CJ Gabriel and Daniel Dollaga, and our apprentices, Abigail Pale and Niño Apostol.
To the Multimedia and Creatives Committee, thank you for giving identity and life to our programs. To our EAs — Gene Gamurot, Legend Davin Melegrito, Jan Carlo — and our apprentices, Ivanna Fino and Jared Arellano, thank you for your creativity and effort. I know you can do even better moving forward, and I believe in all of you.
To the Sponsorship and Outsource Committee, thank you for opening doors beyond our walls and building connections that strengthened our initiatives. To our Tres Marias, Elisha Relucio, Hazuki Ushijima, including BM Jeanine.
To the Executive Board — the day ones — thank you for carrying the pressure quietly so the rest of the council could move steadily. You absorbed the weight so others could focus on the work. That kind of leadership does not always get applause, but it deserves deep respect.
VG BJ Capiendo, thank you. Your presence to be part of the team. Even in simple ways, being there counts. Thank you for your space in service.
BM on Records, Jenibelle Sanchez, despite handling academic and personal pressures — and even during days when you felt overwhelmed — you still showed up. You carried your role with responsibility and grace. That resilience matters more than you know.
BM on Finance, Johnlyn Faye Mascarinias, just like Jenibelle, you balanced your own battles while ensuring our financial processes ran smoothly. Our reliable financial housekeeper — truly an MVP. Because of you, we stood on stable ground.
BM on Audit, Vernie Nietes, our council kuya and GOAT — your presence brought both strength and assurance. You led with wisdom, protected our standards, and kept us disciplined. You were not just an officer, but a pillar.
To our Council Co-Adviser and Newly Appointed Adviser, Sir Daniel Raymundo and Sir Elgeene Dizon,
Thank you for your guidance, trust, and steady presence. In moments of uncertainty, your counsel gave us direction. In moments of pressure, your support gave us confidence.
Lastly, to our lovely Dean, Dr. Mary Jane Rigor, thank you po for your unwavering support, trust, and motherly guidance to the council.
Each role may sound formal, but behind every title was a student choosing responsibility over convenience.
There were many moments when we did not know what to do. In those moments, one phrase kept us grounded: “I don’t know — let’s find out together.” That honesty built trust. It allowed us to grow publicly instead of pretending privately. It reminded us that leadership is not about having all the answers. It is about being willing to learn while still moving forward.
Now, as this term slowly sets and another sunrise prepares to rise, we look back not with pride alone — but with gratitude. Gratitude for every officer who stayed when it was heavy. Gratitude for those who stepped back with honesty. Gratitude for those who stepped in with courage. Gratitude for the unseen sacrifices behind every visible success.
And long after the programs end, the posters are archived, and new leaders take their oath, what will remain is this:
When leadership was needed, students stood up.
And when it became difficult, they did not sit back down.
Because excellence was not just expected from us. We chose to demand it from ourselves.
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