CSU in Partnership with NBDB Spearheads the Booklatan sa Caraga

The National Book Development Board (NBDB) in partnership with Caraga State University spearheaded the first ever Booklatan sa Caraga last July 21-22, 2011 at CSU.

The affair was a resounding success. Former Executive Secretary and Agusan solon Honorable Edelmiro A. Amante graced the Booklatan sa Caraga as guest speaker. Congressman Amante’s presence inspired everyone because he is himself a book lover, a book reader and a book writer. His passion for reading and readership promotion is evident in the books that he wrote and published.

Dr. Joanna B. Cuenca, CSU President also gave an enthusiastic and warm welcome to all the participants of the Booklatan sa Caraga.

The Booklatan sa Caraga program endeavors to promote book readership and book development through the following program components:

• Readership Enhancement and Advancement (READ) Program for Trainors/How to Read Poetry (1 day)

• Storytelling Training Workshop (1 day)

• Informative Session on Copyright

Participants of the seminar are English and Filipino teachers, and librarians of public and private schools of Caraga Region. It is hoped that the participants will share the knowledge they gained to their respective schools when they get back.

The Booklatan team is composed of the Office of Public Information and External Affairs, The Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Luisito I. Tabada, Dean of the College of Science Education, Dr. Natividad R. Mamaog with Dr. Lydia R. Curaza, Dr. Cristina A. Cubillas, Dr. Carmelita C. Lipio, Dr. Rollyn C. Daguil, Ms. Lorline N. Garay, Ms. Joy Suganob, Ms. Corazon L. Tercera, Mr. Allyn F. Dela Cruz and Mr. Rio S. Cagmat.

Written by: Sonia R. Low