The CKS College Student Executive Council, FRIENDS Peer Counselors' Organization, Junior Marketing Association, Hotel and Retaurant Management Society, Future Educators' Society, Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants, Junior Management Society, Computer Society, Young Entrepreneurs' Society, Junior Organization, and Senior Organization are uniting their efforts and are joining hands to proactively help, and not just talk about helping, victims of typhoon Yolanda.

With the devastation that hit Tacloban and its surrounding cities and provinces, FBAS CKSCians are reminded once again of how fleeting life can be, and how little acts of compassion can go a long way in helping those whose hope seem to have been washed away, along with the lives of loved ones, property, and posessions. For those hardest hit by this tragedy, their needs extend beyond the emotional and the spiritual... but more obviously, the physical. And even with the typhoon long gone, the aftermath remains, dead bodies and debris still flood the streets, and the challenge of rebuilding lives remain daunting.

Along with prayers and online support, CKSCians are given this opportunity to extend a hand and help the vicitms of the typhoon through a simple donation drive. Donations shall be accepted at the CKS College lobby on November 13-15. Please give new and/or old (but still useful and in good condition) clothes, mats, and blankets. Other possible items to donate are bottled water, biscuits, rice, canned goods, and hygiene kits.

As we are reminded of how blessed we are to have escaped nature's wrath and to still have loved ones to hug, let us help alleviate the suffering of our countrymen, and find it within our hearts and pockets to give. This is but a simple act-- from one human being to another.

The official results for the October 2013 CPA licensure exams were released last October 21 by the PRC and the Board of Accountancy. Among the 10,396 takers, 4,246 passed. This year's topnotcher, Mr. Jackson Apostol, came from the University of St. Louis-Tuguegarao. [View roll of successful examinees HERE]

CKS College alumni Ms. Stefanie Co, Mr. Charles Gibson Pua, Ms. Veronica Tan, and Ms. Emily Yu were among the passers, giving CKS College an 80% passing percentage (100% passing percentage for first-takers).

The Chiang Kai Shek College Alumni Association, Inc. (CKSCAAI) continues to show its unwavering support to Chiang Kai Shek College through its generous contributions to the betterment of the institution. 

Last October 17, 2013, a simple turnover ceremony was held at the CKS College Conference Room to mark CKSCAAI's donation of CCTV cameras installed at the CKS College Narra Campus. The ceremony was attended by officers of the CKSCAAI-- led by CKSC Alumni Association President, Mr. Albert Tan Lee, and administrators of CKSC and CKS College-- led by CKSC President, Dr. Dory Poa.

In his opening remarks, Mr. Lee once again re-affirmed the support of CKSCAAI for CKSC's endeavors and ventures. He recognized and acknowledged the efforts of his alma mater to continuously offer excellence in education. Dr. Dory Poa, in behalf of CKSC, expressed her profound thanks to the CKSC Alumni Association officers and members for their active expression of profound love through their generous donation.

Mr. Clyde Tan, Head of the CKSC IT Services Department and Dean of IT Education at CKS College, presented the various ways through which the CCTV cameras, installed at strategic locations within the Narra campus, can benefit FBAS students, parents, faculty members, staff, and administrators. Mr. Tan said it is part of CKSC's responsibility to assure parents that their children, whom they entrust the school with, are safe while inside the campus. Citing how US research studies have shown lower incidences of crime in streets with CCTV cameras, Mr. Tan emphasized the importance of CKSC Alumni Association's donation in helping provide a secure environment parents would feel comfortable leaving their children in.

Additionally, Mr. Tan demonstrated the various ways by which the CCTV camera views can be accessed. One is through TV and computer monitors installed in the CCTV Center inside the FBAS office. Another is through the CKS College website, in which images captured from the CCTV cameras facing the street are uploaded and refreshed every 15 seconds-- thus making it more convenient for anyone to check traffic or possible flooding outside the Narra campus. CCTV camera views can also be accessed remotely, via computer or via tablets, so that CKSC administrators can check and monitor activities, developments, and incidents within the college. 

(Photo Credit : Mr. Evans Chiu)

“One School, One Goal for CKSC!” 

On October 15, the Student Executive Council (SEC) led officers of various CKS College student organizations in a leadership training seminar and a series of team building activities at Lola Corazon Leisure Farm, Pampanga. Students gathered at the break of dawn at the CKS College Narra campus, each excited to bond with fellow officers and unwind after an intense semester of studies and activities.

Upon arriving in Pampanga, the student-leaders were gathered in a leadership training seminar. Dr. Rolance Chua, the Dean of Student Affairs, delivered the opening remarks. The seminar featured form SEC officers, namely: Mr. Alexiz Tan (SEC President, SY 2011-2012), Ms. Althea Chong (SEC President, SY 2012-2013), Ms. Lhay Asaña (SEC External Vice President, SY 2012-2013), and Ms. Shariz Clares (SEC President, SY 2012-2013). They talked about the importance of vision and teamwork and shared about their experiences as student-leaders, the challenges they faced and how they overcame them, and how motivation and passion drove them to be responsible while at the same time, enjoy their jobs as leaders of the student-body during their time.

After the seminar, the students were divided into three teams. Team 1 was “Dominette,” led by Mr. Dominik Riano and Ms. Lynnette Chung. Team 2 was “JPIA,” led by Mr. John Paul Chiong and Ms. Pia Merced. Team was “MM,” led by Mr. Michael Ong and Ms. Mary Grace Khu. After competing in a series of team-building activities and games designed to develop team-orientation and spirit-de-corps, Team 2 emerged as the winner. The students also enjoyed the different attractions offered by Lola Corazon, such as zip line, rapeling, and wall climbing.

(Article by: Kimberly Lagunday& Hazellene Chua / Photo Credit : Lin Tien Tien)