THE City of Malabon University (CMU) celebrated University Week from March 11 to 23, 2024, marking 30 years of dedicated service to provide quality education and foster a vibrant campus community for residents of the place originally called Tambobong.
Students, faculty, staff and alumni joined festivities and events to honor the institution's legacy and achievements.
The weeklong celebration, themed "CMU@30: Creating a Legacy of Quality Education and Excellent Service," kicked off with a Thanksgiving Mass officiated by Fr. Jerome Ponce on March 12 at the university grounds.
One of the celebration's highlights was the Intramurals and Parade, organized by the Sports Development Office. From March 11 to 14, students showcased their athletic skills and sportsmanship through volleyball, basketball, badminton, chess, esports and Larong Pinoy. The festivities culminated with the crowning of Mr. and Ms. Intramurals 2024, an event that added an extra layer of excitement to the campus atmosphere.
CMU pulsated with creativity and talent as students also participated in various contests organized by the University Library, including poster-making, slogan-making and essay writing. These activities provided a platform for students to showcase their artistic and intellectual prowess.
The spirit of entrepreneurship was alive and thriving during the CMU Trade Fair, spearheaded by the College of Business and Accountancy (CBA). From March 11 to 22, CBA students, student organizations and outside businesses displayed and sold various products.
CMU organized an outreach program at Ninoy Aquino Elementary School on March 18, keeping its commitment to community engagement and service. Volunteers from the university distributed personal hygiene kits to kindergarten students, embodying the values of compassion and generosity that CMU stands for.
Fostering workplace wellness was also a priority during University Week, with the Human Resource Management Office organizing seminars and activities to promote employees' well-being.
From a wellness seminar titled "Refresh and Rejuvenate: A Personal Wellness Day" to a lively Zumba session for personnel, CMU demonstrated its dedication to creating a supportive and healthy work environment.
The finale was the Students' Night Masquerade Party on March 22. Organized by the University Students Council, the affair brought together students from all departments for an evening of music, dance and celebration dashed with the unmistakable spirit of CMU.
CMU was established as Malabon Community College in 1993, initially offering Bachelor of Science in Education, Bachelor of Elementary Education and two-year secretarial courses when it began operating in 1994. It was renamed the City of Malabon University through Ordinance 2003, approved by the City Council of Malabon on June 3, 2003.
The College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Engineering and Technology, and the College of Criminology were opened recently in addition to Graduate Studies and Applied Research and doctoral courses.
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"Operated by the local government, residents of Malabon can study for free at CMU. It is our desire that the youth are well-prepared for their future. If the youth is the hope of the nation, then it's education that gives hope to the youth," Mayor Jeannie Sandoval, who also chairs the Board of Regents, told The Manila Times in an exclusive interview after the press presentation of Ginoo at Binibining Malabon 2024 candidates at Fisher Mall on March 21.
"With its unwavering commitment to academic excellence, community engagement, and holistic development, CMU continues to inspire and empower generations of students to reach for their dreams and make a positive impact in the world," she added, having seen the development of the institution as she also served as vice mayor from 2013 to 2019.
Although not a part of the University Week but an activity of the City Tourism and Cultural Affairs Office (CTCAO) headed by Catherine Larracas, the presentation of the 21 male and 21 female from each of the city's 21 barangay, who are mainly students from Grade 12 to fourth-year college and a handful of college graduates, is one of the highlights of Malabon's 23rd cityhood anniversary on April 21 and the 425th Tambobong Festival to culminate on May 21, 2024.
"The [2nd] Ginoo at Binibining Malabon allows the 42 candidates not just to show their beauty and talents, but also to actively lead and participate in different local government initiatives that help in the improvement of lives of the residents, become good examples for the youth, embody the value of a true Malabueño, and help boost and preserve the culture of our city," Sandoval said.
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