Looking forward to continuously producing responsible leaders, the University of Bohol once again conducted its annual Leadership Enhancement and Development Seminar (UB LEADS) for student leaders and advisers at the Victoriano D. Tirol Advanced Learning Center (VDTALC) on July 23–25, 2025.
Attended by officers of the Supreme Student Government (SSG), Campus Student Organizations (CSO), and their advisers, the three-day training program aimed to strengthen the leadership and management skills of student leaders and mentors. Rooted in the values of Scholarship, Character, and Service, UB LEADS featured workshops, team-building activities, and expert-led learning sessions designed to develop well-rounded and resilient leaders.
Dr. Lemuel O. Belarmino, Dean of Student/Personnel Services, emphasized that the main purpose of the program is to develop values-driven and service-oriented student leaders and advisers who can effectively lead, collaborate, and create a positive impact within the University of Bohol and the broader community.
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Now on its 79th year of academic service, the University of Bohol—formerly Rafael Palma College—takes pride in its alumni across the globe who hold vital positions in government and private sectors. Many are also successful entrepreneurs, compassionate professionals, and responsible citizens who continue to make meaningful contributions to their communities.
Invited speakers during the training program included Dr. Lemuel O. Belarmino on UBian Identity & Leadership Philosophy; Ms. Queenie Melody Fullante on Social Innovation & Sustainable Leadership; Mrs. Merry Grace Sumampong, Wellness & Authentic Leadership Guidance Center; Dr. Mehul Dabhi on Environmental Stewardship; and Engr. Kevin Bustamante, Digital & Tech Leadership.
Adding to the expert-led learning session were Dr. Leah Wilfreda E. Pilongo, Evaluation and Accountability; Dr. Maria Luz P. Villarante, Strategic Leadership Planning; Ms. Marjorie Dumo, Student Leadership in Action: Drafting Effective Laws, Resolutions, and Acts; Mrs. Marison Israel, Money Matters: A Practical Guide to Budget Requests, Financial Statements, and Liquidation for Student Leaders; Mr. John Marc B. Paparon, Parliamentary Procedures for Effective Meetings; and Ms. Meccah R. Salinasal, Inside Out: A Guide to Planning and Executing In and Off-Campus Activities.
(Leo Armando Boncales)
