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‎ | BSP Culmination and Feedbacking Activity 2026
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‎On the morning of May 31, 2026, the Bachelor of Science in Psychology graduating students, together with the presence of the BSP faculty members, and the partnered agencies and organizations, gathered for the Culmination and Feedbacking Activity at Cebu Technological University - Argao Campus' Kalampusan Gym.
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‎This activity marked a meaningful closed chapter of students' internship journey, highlighting not only their achievements, but also the valuable support extended by the mentors and institutions, throughout the period of their training.
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‎Caption | Shari Anne Marie Balacuit
‎Photos and Photo Edits | Kylene Albite

| CTU - Argao BS Psychology marks OJT Culmination
‎| Ginalyn A. Chavez
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‎Cebu Technological University - Argao Campus’ Bachelor of Science in Psychology program held its OJT Feedbacking and Culminating Activity 2026 on Sunday morning, May 31, at the Kalampusan Gym, emphasizing the importance of experiential learning in shaping future psychology professionals.
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‎With the theme, “Honing Competence, Strengthening Commitment, Shaping the Future,” the event gathered student interns, faculty members, partner institutions, and stakeholders to celebrate the completion of the students’ on-the-job training and recognize their growth across clinical, industrial-organizational, educational, and social settings.
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‎A key highlight of the program was the sharing of reflections from selected student interns. Representing various internship areas, Yshen Abellanosa, Fredzel Albofera, Samantha Nicole Relacion, and Danne Sasaban shared their experiences, challenges, and insights gained during their deployment.
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‎Selected partner institutions also shared feedback on the interns’ performance, professionalism, and readiness for the field. Representatives from the Department of Health Treatment and Rehabilitation Center–Argao, Philippine Mining Service Corporation, CTU - Argao Guidance Office, and DSWD Home for Girls expressed their support and appreciation for the program.
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‎In an interview, psychometrician Ms. Andreih Licayan of Safe Haven Recovery Village, commended the interns for their professionalism and willingness to learn. “CTU has a very good quality of interns,” Licayan said. “They are responsible, polite, well-groomed, and honest about what they still need to learn. They have a willingness to learn. I can confidently say that they can be a good part of society. Whatever decisions they made. I hope for them to trust their knowledge will never fail them and the trust they have for themselves.”
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‎The event also included the awarding of plaques and tokens of appreciation to partner institutions for their vital role in supporting the internship program. Participating organizations included Safe Haven Recovery Village, Gestalt Wellness Institute Southeast Asia, TechMahindra Philippines, University of Cebu Medical Center, and several local government units across Cebu.
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‎BS Psychology OJT Coordinator Prof. Rachelle O. Sabella highlighted the significance of expanding partnerships with various institutions, noting that these collaborations provide meaningful real-world learning opportunities for students. “It is encouraging to see that, for the first time in the BS Psychology program, we have established linkages with different industries and organizations where our interns have learned so much,” Prof. Sabella said.
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‎Another student intern, Stephanie Belle Rellon, reflected on how the internship journey helped her overcome self-doubt and discover her capacity to help others. “It is amazing, fulfilling, and maka proud siya kay mahuman ra diay, ang overthinking, ang doubt, nahuman ra ang tanang questions nga sigeg spark sa akong mind,” Rellon said. “In the industrial setting, I learned the importance of staying grounded emotionally and professionally when dealing with people. In the clinical setting, I'm capable not just as a student but also as a person nga makatabang without a title. By simply existing, and showing empathy and love naka gain sila og hope. To the next batch of interns, doubt is normal, but your courage to pursue your dream is bigger.”
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‎The OJT Feedbacking and Culminating Activity reaffirmed CTU - Argao Campus' commitment to producing competent, ethical, and industry-ready graduates through strong academic-industry collaboration and experiential learning. For the BS Psychology Class of 2026, the event served not only as a celebration of achievements but also as a reminder of the responsibilities that come with entering the profession.

Graphics | Danice Garces

| We have all been there—the moment where we stopped asking ourselves if we are okay, not because we can't, but because we are too afraid to know the answer.

We have all been there—when we stopped telling our loved ones how we feel, not because they won't listen, but because we ourselves don't know what to tell them.

We have all been there.

This life is a cycle of feeling great because you did great, but feeling disappointed because what you did was not enough.

This life is a cycle of feeling proud because you made it, but feeling scared because “What if you cannot do it anymore?”

This life is a cycle.

This life is a cycle, and we've all been there. We've been okay, we've been not okay, we've felt great, we've felt disappointed, we've felt proud, we've felt scared, and we've felt it just right.

Everyone here has been there. Everyone here has felt the same. So do not cage yourself in the thought of being alone, because you are not.

Do not let the worry of how others might see you dictate your decisions. You are not living for them.

So be free and feel those emotions. Don't be afraid to let everyone know that you feel that way; your feelings are valid.

You have to live a life of your own. Change the way you let others’ judgments matter more than yourself.

Live, love, be loved, live for you, and enjoy every moment of it.

Words | Jessabel de los Santos
Graphics | An Francheska Timario