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Launching: Active Collaboration to Enhance Well-Being (ACE WeB)
In line with Mental Health Awareness Month, the Guidance Services and Wellness Center (GSWC) held an event last October 29, 2025, titled “Active Collaboration to Enhance Well-Being (ACE WeB) with the theme “Stronger Together Towards Wellness for Every Student Journey”. The launching of ACE WeB was attended by 43 employees. This initiative aimed to strengthen…
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Growing Beyond the Desk: Empowering Student Assistants through the Growth Hub
As part of the continuous effort to contribute to the holistic development of student assistants, the Student Development and Welfare Center (SDWC) spearheaded the activity entitled “Student Assistants’ Growth Hub” where four (4) different workshops were simultaneously conducted on October 28-29, 2025. Mr. Cristian Adam D. Salanga and Ms. Charmaine M. Factor, Guidance Associates from…
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UC Peer Facilitators Continue Legacy of Literacy and Stewardship through Project R.E.A.D. and Peers for the Environment
Academic Years 2023–2024 and 2024–2025 The University of the Cordilleras Peer Facilitators Organization (UCPF) under the Guidance and Counseling Office (GCO), in collaboration with the UC Center for Social Responsibility (UC-CSR) and the Joint Task Group/Unit (JTG/JTU) Baguio, continues to uphold its advocacy for literacy and environmental care through its flagship outreach initiative, Project R.E.A.D.…
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Thriving in College: Building Resilience and Coping Strategies for Mental Well-Being
In celebration of World Mental Health Day 2025 which is in line with the observance of World Mental Health Day 2025, the SN Aboitiz Power Group (SNAP), through its BRIGHTS Scholarship Program partnered with the University of the Cordilleras (UC) Guidance Services and Wellness Center (GSWC), hosted a virtual talk titled “Thriving in College: Building…
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WellBe-INK: Changing the Narrative on Suicide
In observance of World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) and Suicide Prevention Month, the Guidance Services and Wellness Center (GSWC) held its annual mental health awareness program titled WellBe-INK: Changing the Narrative on Suicide from September 10 to 27, 2025. World Suicide Prevention Day, observed every September 10, is a global initiative led by the International…
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UC Freshies Orientation and Student Organizations’ Open House 2025: A Vibrant Welcome to New Beginnings
by: Fatma P. Cawed and Kurt Sebastian Baruela The University of the Cordilleras warmly welcomed its newest batch of students through two major events that marked the beginning of their collegiate journey, the Freshies Orientation 2025 on September 29 and 30, and the Open House on October 1. The orientation, held at the UC Gymnasium,…
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Inclusive Learners Support Services: Empowering Every Student to Thrive
The Guidance Services and Wellness Center proudly launches the Inclusive Learners Support Services (ILSS)—a new initiative designed to provide comprehensive, accessible, and learner-centered support for students with diverse needs. This program strengthens the University’s commitment to building an inclusive campus where all learners can reach their full potential. What Is the Inclusive Learners Support Services?…
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Elevating Minds and Empowering Choices
In this day and age, advocates from far and wide strive to establish and provide mental health services wherever possible. The community of Taloy Sur National High School, through the Municipal Social Welfare and Development (MSWD), reached out to the University of the Cordilleras’ Guidance Services and Wellness Center (GSWC) as part of an initiative…
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A Collaborative Effort: GSWC Conducts Youth Development and Peer Education Session with Tuba Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office
On September 04, 2025, the Guidance Services and Wellness Center (GSWC) of the University of the Cordilleras in collaboration with the Tuba Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO) proudly took part in the conducting of youth development and peer education sessions which is an initiative organized by the Tuba MSWDO. The session, held at…
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GSWC Conducts Benchmarking Visit at NU Clark to Strengthen Student Support Services
The Guidance Services and Wellness Center recently visited National University (NU) Clark) for a benchmarking activity last August 29, 2025. The benchmarking activity is focused on enhancing student wellness and academic support initiatives. NU Clark currently serves around 6,000 students through a dedicated team of two guidance counselors and a psychometrician. During the visit, the…
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