WMSU College of Social Work and Community Development - Student Council

The 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 remains committed to promoting student welfare through meaningful and inclusive initiatives on campus.

As part of this commitment, the council successfully carried out its initiative of providing 𝙁𝙍𝙀𝙀 𝙎𝘼𝙉𝙄𝙏𝘼𝙍𝙔 𝙋𝘼𝘿𝙎 to students in need.

This activity aimed to promote dignity, care, and accessibility while fostering a safe and supportive campus environment. Through this effort, we continue to take part in breaking the stigma, uplifting one another, and ensuring that every student feels seen, supported, and empowered.

Here are some highlights from the activity.

Layout and Words by Creatives Committee.

Better late than never—warm greetings to our April celebrants as the month comes to an end. 🎉

We extend our sincere birthday wishes to all our April celebrants. May your special day have been filled with joy and meaningful moments, and may the year ahead bring you continued success, good health, and happiness.

Once again, happy birthday to our April celebrants!

Layout and Edit: Nurhaya Said and Loraine Garcia
Caption: Nurhaya Said

𝐖𝐌𝐒𝐔–𝐂𝐒𝐖𝐂𝐃 𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐘𝐒𝐓 𝐊𝐈𝐓𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐍 | 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟒

Day 4 of 𝘾𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙡𝙮𝙨𝙩 𝙆𝙞𝙩𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙣 started earlier than usual, as volunteers gathered at 7:00 AM to prepare something warm and energizing for fellow 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐬.

Fresh pandesal and coffee were served to help students kickstart their day. Though simple, the combination offered comfort and a quick boost, especially for those heading to early classes.

This reminded everyone that even the smallest gestures like a warm cup of coffee and a piece of bread can go a long way. With shared effort and care, Catalyst Kitchen continues to be a space where students feel supported and valued.

𝐖𝐌𝐒𝐔–𝐂𝐒𝐖𝐂𝐃 𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐘𝐒𝐓 𝐊𝐈𝐓𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐍 | 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟑

Day 3 of 𝘾𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙡𝙮𝙨𝙩 𝙆𝙞𝙩𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙣 kept the spirit of sharing going, with the same goal of making sure fellow 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐬 have something warm and filling for the day.

Volunteers prepared 𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐳 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐝𝐨 early on, which was served at around 10:00 AM. It was a simple meal, but it gave students a bit of comfort and energy.

Day 3 showed that even a small bowl of something warm can make a difference. With everyone’s effort and support, Catalyst Kitchen continues to be a space where students feel cared for and looked after.

𝐕𝐎𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐒 𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐄, 𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐄𝐒 𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐄 🎶✨

A thunderous applause for 𝗠𝗿. 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗲𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗻𝗮, a 𝗕𝗦𝗦𝗪 3𝗔 student and a proud 𝑲𝒂𝒕𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒂! 🍀💚 As a dedicated member of the University Grand Chorale, Mr. Caruana played a vital role in achieving 3𝙧𝙙 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝘾𝙝𝙤𝙞𝙧 𝘾𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 12𝙩𝙝 𝙋𝘼𝙎𝙐𝘾 𝘾𝙝𝙤𝙞𝙧 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣. 🎶🏆 His voice, blended with passion and precision, contributed to a performance that truly embodied excellence and artistry on stage.

This remarkable milestone reflects not only his talent but also his discipline, perseverance, and deep love for music. Through every note and harmony, he continues to inspire others to pursue their passion with purpose and heart. Keep raising your voice and making an impact—your journey is just getting started! 💚

Greetings from the 𝗖𝗦𝗪𝗖𝗗 - 𝗪𝗠𝗦𝗨 Family!

Words by Lyle Arcel Jimenez
Layout by Nurhaya Said

Sa paggunita ng 𝗜𝗸𝗮-84 na 𝗔𝗿𝗮𝘄 𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗮𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻, muling sumisiklab sa ating dibdib ang alab ng tapang at pag-ibig para sa ating bayan—isang apoy na minsang sinindihan ng dugo at pawis ng ating mga bayani. Sa gitna ng unos ng digmaan, pinili nilang maging matibay na haligi kaysa matangay ng takot. Ang kanilang mga yapak ay naging gabay sa landas ng ating kalayaan, at ang kanilang mga sakripisyo ay patuloy na bumubuhay sa diwa ng pagiging tunay na Pilipino.

Hindi lamang ito paggunita sa nakaraan, kundi isang paanyaya sa kasalukuyan—na sa bawat hamon ng buhay, tayo rin ay maging mandirigmang may dangal at paninindigan. Sa tahimik na paraan, sa simpleng pagtindig sa tama, at sa walang sawang paglilingkod sa kapwa, naipapamana natin ang kanilang kabayanihan. Sapagkat ang kagitingan ay hindi nasusukat sa laki ng laban, kundi sa lalim ng puso at tibay ng loob na lumalaban para sa tama.

Sa pagdiriwang na ito, ating alalahanin na ang kalayaan ay hindi lamang ating minana—ito ay patuloy na ipinaglalaban sa bawat henerasyon. Nawa’y maging binhi sa ating mga puso ang kanilang alaala, na tutubo bilang pagkakaisa, malasakit, at tapang. Dahil sa bawat Pilipinong may pusong bayani, nananatiling buhay ang diwa ng kagitingan—walang kupas, walang hanggan.

Layout and Words by LYLE ARCEL JIMENEZ & FRANCHESCA JULIANA KHO

𝑯𝒆 𝒊𝒔 𝑹𝒊𝒔𝒆𝒏, 𝑨𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒍𝒖𝒊𝒂, 𝑨𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒍𝒖𝒊𝒂! 🤍✨

On this blessed Easter Sunday, we are reminded that hope always rises, even after the darkest of days. May the story of renewal fill our hearts with faith, courage, and gratitude, inspiring us to move forward with kindness and love. Let this day be a gentle reminder that new beginnings are always possible, and that light will always find its way back into our lives.

As we celebrate this meaningful occasion, the CSWCD CSC extends warm wishes to everyone—may your hearts be filled with peace, your homes with joy, and your journeys with purpose. Together, let us carry the spirit of Easter beyond today by uplifting one another and spreading compassion in all that we do.

Layout by NURHAYA SAID and Words by LYLE ARCEL JIMENEZ | Creatives Committee Members

The air of 𝑮𝒐𝒐𝒅 𝑭𝒓𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒚 carries a stillness, a quiet weight of 𝑙𝑜𝑣𝑒 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑠𝑒𝑙𝑓𝑙𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑛𝑒𝑠𝑠. ✝️

We remember the journey of Jesus with compassion and courage, a tender example of 𝑒𝑛𝑑𝑢𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑙𝑜𝑣𝑒 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑐𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑜𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑠. This day invites us to pause and reflect on the beauty of giving, the strength found in patience, and the hope that shines even in difficult moments.

May we carry the spirit of Good Friday in our hearts, showing 𝑒𝑚𝑝𝑎𝑡ℎ𝑦, 𝑜𝑓𝑓𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑔𝑖𝑣𝑒𝑛𝑒𝑠𝑠, 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑠ℎ𝑎𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑝𝑒𝑎𝑐𝑒 in our lives and communities. 🙏✨

Layout by ISAR ABDULA and Words by HANA SHEIKHA HALIPA | Creatives Committee Members

𝑴𝒂𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒚 𝑻𝒉𝒖𝒓𝒔𝒅𝒂𝒚 invites us into a moment of quiet reflection in the midst of Holy Week, a time to remember the depth of 𝒍𝒐𝒗𝒆, 𝒉𝒖𝒎𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆 shown on the night of the Last Supper.

On this day, we recall a powerful example of leadership grounded not in authority, but in compassion. Through the simple yet profound act of washing his disciples’ feet, Jesus showed that 𝒕𝒓𝒖𝒆 𝒈𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒊𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝒊𝒏 𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒔. It is a reminder that love is not only spoken, but lived, expressed through kindness, sacrifice, and a willingness to put others before ourselves.

Maundy Thursday also carries a call: to 𝒍𝒐𝒗𝒆 𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒍𝒚 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏. In a world often marked by division and hardship, this message remains as urgent as ever. It challenges us to extend understanding, to act with empathy, and to stand in solidarity with those who are most in need.

As we journey through this sacred time, may we open our hearts to this invitation, to serve with humility, to love more deeply, and to embody compassion in our daily lives.

Words by Hana Sheikha Halipa and Layout by Isar Abdula | Creatives Committee Members

𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐘𝐒𝐓𝐒, 𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊 𝐈𝐒 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄, 𝐋𝐄𝐓 𝐆𝐎 𝐎𝐅 𝐅𝐄𝐀𝐑 ✨🤍 𝐏𝐀𝐔𝐒𝐄, 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓, 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐄𝐓—𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐄 𝐈𝐒 𝐍𝐄𝐀𝐑 🌿

As we enter this much-needed break, take a step back from the daily rush and give yourself the pause you truly deserve. Between deadlines, responsibilities, and the constant pressure to keep going, this moment is your chance to slow down, breathe, and simply exist without the weight of everything all at once. You’ve shown up every day—now it’s time to show up for yourself.

This mental health break is more than just days off—it’s a reminder that your well-being matters just as much as your goals. Use this time to rest without guilt, to reflect, and to reconnect with what brings you peace—whether that’s quiet moments, time with loved ones, or just giving your mind the silence it needs. Come back recharged, grounded, and ready to move forward with renewed strength. 🤍

Words by Lyle Arcel Jimenez I Creatives Committee Member
Layout by Franchesca Juliana Kho | Creatives Committee Member

𝑯𝒐𝒔𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒂! 𝑯𝒐𝒔𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒂! 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒆, 𝑱𝒆𝒔𝒖𝒔 𝑪𝒉𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒕, 𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑴𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒂𝒉!

As the sun rises on 𝑷𝒂𝒍𝒎 𝑺𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒚, streets and churches are gently filled with the rustling of palm branches—symbols of hope, faith, and quiet triumph. It is a day that echoes a powerful moment of humility and praise, reminding us that greatness often arrives not in grandeur, but in simplicity. In every woven palm lies a story of devotion, of hearts choosing to believe even in uncertain times.

More than a commemoration, 𝑷𝒂𝒍𝒎 𝑺𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒚 invites us into reflection—a pause before the unfolding of a deeper journey. It calls us to look within, to renew our faith, and to walk with courage and compassion in the days ahead. As we hold our palms high, may we also lift our spirits, embracing the promise of renewal and the strength found in unwavering faith. 🌿

Words by Lyle Arcel Jimenez I Creatives Committee Member
Layout by Franchesca Juliana Kho | Creatives Committee Member