𝑺𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒐𝒍 𝒐𝒇 𝑳𝒂𝒘 𝑯𝒐𝒍𝒅𝒔 𝑭𝒊𝒓𝒔𝒕-𝑬𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝑷𝑨𝑳𝑨𝑾𝑹𝑶 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒

The J.H. Cerilles State College School of Law (JHCSC-SOL), led by Dean Atty. Romylyn O. Regidor held its first-ever psychological event, 𝘗𝘈𝘓𝘈𝘞𝘙𝘖 2024, on November 9 at the Pagadian City Extension Campus Lobby. Themed “Cohesiveness in Diversity: Embracing Greatness Through Embodying the Culture of Perseverance and Camaraderie” aimed to promote mental well-being and foster unity among law students. It was organized by the JHCSC-SOL Student Supreme Council (SCC), spearheaded by President Mrs. Estella Marie N. Calib.

In the opening remarks, Dean Regidor said, “We are responsible for taking care of our well-being,” emphasizing the importance of joining in psychological activities like “PALAWRO 2024”, an opportunity to connect, alleviate stress, and take a break from the intense pressures of law school. In contrast, she also stated, “We need to acknowledge individual personality,” explaining that she didn’t want the students to participate mandatorily but only those who were vacant and willing.

The event started with preliminary activities, including Zumba and a fun water-spraying to energize the participants. The main program featured a series of interactive and team-building Fun Games, which included 30 Seconds Yells, Careless Whisper, Boss Baby, One Step Closer, and If We Hold Together. These games tested the participants’ camaraderie, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Five teams—color-coded Blue, Red, Green, Purple, and Orange—competed for the championship. After an exciting series of challenges, the Green Team emerged as the overall champion. Another event highlight was the traditional Filipino game Palo Sibo, played by each team.

According to Mrs. Calib during her interview with the Malindang Broadcasting Network, PALAWRO 2024 is the first-ever psychological event in the School of Law, which was 𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒃𝒚 𝑫𝒓. 𝑬𝒅𝒈𝒂𝒓𝒅𝒐 𝑯. 𝑹𝒐𝒔𝒂𝒍𝒆𝒔, 𝑱𝑯𝑪𝑺𝑪 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒕, where the SCC of SOL executed it. She thanked the administration for the full support, particularly to Campus Director Dr. Patricia D. Bahian and the SOL Dean Atty. Regidor. Mrs. Calib emphasized the event’s significance as a much-needed break from the rigors of law school, offering students a chance to relax and have fun outside the pressure of oral recitations, quizzes, and exams. It was a moment to cease the fire from academics and enjoy, bond, and relax.

The program concluded with a Boodle Peace, where all participants shared a meal, celebrating the event’s success and strengthening their bonds. Overall, PALAWRO 2024 was a successful and refreshing experience for the JHCSC School of Law students, promoting mental well-being and reinforcing the value of teamwork and community.