University personnel from the Administration and Finance Departments gathered today, December 23, 2025 to enjoy a program filled with music and joyful activities at the Learning Resource Center in Diffun Campus.

The highlight of the program was an inspirational message from Dr. Hermenegildo F. Samoy, Jr., University President, which focused on the spiritual significance of the season. He reminded everyone that Christmas celebrates the world’s most precious gift: Jesus Christ, the Savior and hope of humankind.

Emphasizing the theme of joy and acceptance, President Samoy, Jr. sang the iconic “Christmas in our Hearts.” The staff participated in unison, echoing the song’s call to celebrate the Savior’s birth:

“Let love, like that starlight
On that first Christmas morn,
Lead us back to the manger
Where Christ the Child was born.
So, come let us rejoice
Come and sing a Christmas carol
With one big joyful voice
Proclaim the name of the Lord!”

Following the President’s message, the event continued with a series of interactive games, a singing competition, and a shared luncheon.

In her closing remarks, Dr. Florigold V. Saldaen, Vice President for Administration and Finance, expressed her gratitude to the staff for attending as “one family.” She emphasized that the season is a revelation of God’s love for the world, concluding with a heartfelt call to “accept the gift of salvation.”

While today’s event served as a specialized departmental gathering, the University previously held its grand tri-campus year-end celebration on December 19. Various departments conducted localized festivities throughout the final two weeks of the year to foster closer ties among personnel and students.

|𝐐𝐈𝐎 with University President Hermenegildo F. Samoy, Jr.