BukSU Receives Recognition from CSC for Commitment to Civil Service Anniversary

Bukidnon State University (BukSU) was honored by the Philippine Civil Service Commission (CSC) for its outstanding contribution to the 124th Civil Service Anniversary. The recognition was bestowed during the 2024 Pasasalamat Program held at the CSC Central Office in Quezon City on September 30, 2024.

Supervising Administrative Officer Dr. Rea Rita R. Muegue and Human Resource Management Officer III, Dr. Janne Claudian C. Salvaña, represented BukSU and accepted the award on behalf of the university.

BukSU successfully celebrated its own Civil Service Month 2024, a month-long series of activities showcasing the university’s commitment to service, teamwork, and community building. Competitions, recognitions, and team-building events were held to strengthen camaraderie among BukSU’s employees.

The success of the Civil Service Month celebration was attributed to the invaluable contributions of the SMART BukSU Workforce, various partners, and the enthusiastic participation of all BukSU employees. The university’s officials, led by Dr. Joy Molina Mirasol, University President, showed support all throughout.

“To our University Officials, especially Dr. Joy Molina Mirasol, our University President, your unwavering support, trust, and belief in our collective mission are the foundations for these successes. Your leadership continues to inspire us all. We are grateful for the full support of the series of events, further solidifying the administration’s commitment to nurturing a dynamic and motivated workforce. The leadership’s dedication to promoting service excellence has been a cornerstone of BukSU’s achievements,” BukSU HRMU posted on its Facebook page.

Key Highlights of BukSU’s CSC Month Celebration:

• Mental health and Well-Being Talk

As part of the celebration of the 124th Civil Service Anniversary and BukSU Centennial, Bukidnon State University (BukSU) continues to promote mental health and well-being among its personnel on September 18, 2024 under the facilitation of the university’s Human Resource Management Unit (HRMU) at the Mini Theater.

The mental health and well-being talk provided BukSU personnel with valuable insights and strategies for managing stress, achieving work-life balance, coping with challenges, and maintaining a positive mental state. The talk featured expert speakers, Ms. Sheena Marione N. Gutierrez and Ferlly C. Abangan.

HRMU Director Dr. Xyle Fe A. Verbal encouraged the participants both on-site and virtual to find the balance of life

• Environmental Action in the 1st Family Run and Plogging Event

Bukidnon State University (BukSU) personnel and their families participated in the first “BukSU Family Run and Plogging: Dagan Para sa Kinaiyahan” on September 21, 2024. The event aimed to promote sustainability through fitness, community engagement, and environmental conservation.

“Plogging” combines jogging with picking up litter along the way. During the event, participants carried garbage bags to collect trash along the route, which spanned from the BukSU campus to the Capitol Grounds and the Folk Arts Theater.

A total of 50 kilos of litter was collected by the participants.

“We brought the clean-up spirit to the streets, proving that every effort counts in protecting our planet,” said BukSU Human Resource Officer III, Dr. Janne Claudian Salvaña.

“Finding the balance that works for you is important for long-term success and happiness. I hope we leave here with practical strategies and ways in improving our lives of promoting harmony in our professional and personal life,” Dr. Verbal remarked.

(with information from HRMU, photos by  Dr. Janne Claudian C. Salvaña)