The school with a heart is more than ready to open a new year and start new programs not just for the students and teachers but also for the community. Holy Cross College spearheaded a webinar for the orientation for different programs by the HCC Community Extension.
Director Amiel Ly Lazatin, head of the HCC Community Extension discussed the success of the first year of their Caritas or charity projects in nearby communities and municipality.
Among the programs that will be continued in the year 2021 will be the Agri-Tayo sa HCC, this program aims to help farmers to harvest and adapt to new technology in the industry.
HCC also rolled out different outreach programs to help victims of the recent typhoon and the pandemic. Students, parents, alumni, and employees joined hands in helping the community during crucial times.
Sharing not just money but also time, knowledge and effort, is the most important thing in reaching out to the community according to the HCC President, Atty. Dennis C. Pangan.
“Naniniwala po kami kung tayo ay magtutulong tulong, walang mayaman walang mahirap. Mayaman po ang HCC sa kawang gawa mayaman po and Holy Cross sa pagmamahal at pag-aaruga ng mga namumuno, empleyado, estudyante, at mga magulang,” Atty. Pangan said.
Atty. Pangan emphasized that he wants to encourage the community to cultivate the tradition of sharing and concern for others in need.
HCC to adopt to new normal in research
HCC staying true to its core value Libertas or liberty will continue another year of developing the academic competence of the school. Thus, the school with a heart is building a strong foundation of academic research by tapping the potentials of the students and teachers.
Mr. Rizal Capio, Unit Head of Research and Development shared his knowledge as well the impact of conducting research outputs while dealing with the new normal classroom setup.
“It wasn’t that easy to conduct activity during this time of the pandemic. Research is always involved bago ka makapagdeliver ng instruction there should be research,” Capio said.
Lack of skills in digital migration of data collection, lack of connection, and stricter health protocols hinder the traditional research process. However, Mr. Capio also emphasized that research can help the students develop competencies and be socially aware of the issues and concerns in the community.
HCC encouraged students and teachers to adapt to the new normal in research and continue their studies despite the challenges and struggles.
“Research adds to our knowledge, improves practices, and informs policy debates. Kung may need pong ng improvement in research we can address that,” Capio said.