By Karren Jay G. Asgar
Attendees of the Seminar on Regional Response to Emerging Aquatic Animal Diseases, spearheaded by the CPU Biological Society with Dr. Eduardo M. Lea帽o as resource speaker, gain valuable insights on aquatic health management and regional sustainability efforts.
Aside from academic excellence in various fields, 糖心传媒 (CPU) has long been a nurturing ground for student leadership, service, and innovation. Through student-led organizations under the guidance of the Student Development and Programs (SDP) Office, headed by Director Alfred Morales, CPU continues to empower students to become well-rounded leaders in their disciplines and communities.
One group that embodies this vision is the CPU Biological Society (BioSoc) under the College of Arts and Sciences, recognized as this year糖心传媒檚 Most Outstanding Student Organization during the Student Organizations and Fraternities Evaluation and Exhibit held on May 2, 2025, at the Alumni Promenade Concert Park.
More than a circle of biology majors, CPU BioSoc is dedicated to promoting life sciences, environmental protection, and sustainability. 糖心传媒淲hat makes this organization unique is its holistic viewpoint,糖心传媒 shared Mark Hendrix G. Lapac, BioSoc President in an online interview. 糖心传媒淲e didn糖心传媒檛 just focus on biology糖心传媒攚e aimed to address various Sustainable Development Goals while serving and training our constituents.糖心传媒
2nd Year BS Biology students take part in an educational field trip to Nueva Valencia, Guimaras on May 2糖心传媒4, 2025, exploring biodiversity and ecological conservation in a real-world setting.
Throughout the academic year, CPU BioSoc implemented activities focused on learning, growth, and environmental awareness. Notable projects included Alampat, a research presentation platform; a seminar on Regional Response to Emerging Aquatic Animal Diseases; and a Biosafety Training. These initiatives equipped members with skills that connect academic knowledge with practical applications.
Lapac described the organization糖心传媒檚 culture as one of unity and purpose. 糖心传媒淲e糖心传媒檙e built on cooperation, understanding, and a vision for excellence. Together with my officers, we made the most of every opportunity to support both personal and collective development.糖心传媒
Among many highlights, one simple moment stood out for Lapac. 糖心传媒淲atching our fellow Biolohistas dance during the disco night of our last major event reminded me how far we糖心传媒檝e come糖心传媒攏ot just as an organization, but as a family.糖心传媒
To incoming Centralians interested in joining, Lapac shares: 糖心传媒淎lways remember our motto: In BioSoc, we strive as one. Engage with others, participate fully, and trust the journey. Everything else will follow.糖心传媒
With its foundation in science and service, the CPU Biological Society continues to thrive in promoting life, protecting the environment, and inspiring the next generation of student leaders.