SENATOR Christopher ‘Bong’ Go commended college scholars during a Recognition Day held at the University of Perpetual Help System in Calamba City, Laguna.

The event was a venue for the senator to meet scholars he supported through the Commission on Higher Education’s Tulong-Dunong scholarship program.

In his speech, Senator Go commended the scholars for their hard work and commitment to their education.

He underscored the importance of quality education, emphasizing that such dedication is important for their personal development and the nation’s progress.

He also gave away gift packs, assistance for meals, shirts, and balls for basketball and volleyball to the 118 scholars present.

“Unang-una, isang karangalan po para sa akin na makasama kayo dito sa University of Perpetual Help System para ipagdiwang ang lahat ng mga achievements po ng ating mga scholars sa araw na ito… narito tayo ngayon upang kilalanin ang inyong pagsisikap at pagpupunyagi,” remarked Go.

“Ang inyong scholarship ay hindi lamang bunga ng inyong sariling pagsusumikap kundi pati na rin ng suporta ng inyong mga pamilya, guro, at komunidad na patuloy na sumusuporta sa inyong paglalakbay. In my view, this is not just a culmination but also the beginning of greater responsibilities and more opportunities for a brighter future,” he continued.

Meanwhile, the senator also extended his commendation to the student body and the University of Perpetual Help System administration for supporting the students and advocating for quality education.

He highlighted the significant role of the university in creating an environment that nurtures academic excellence and fosters support among students.

“As your senator and your Kuya Bong Go, tandaan n’yo po ito, malay n’yo pagdating ng panahon kayo rin po ang maging senador ng bansang ito. Isa lang po ang maipapayo ko sa inyo at natutunan ko po ito kay dating Pangulong Duterte: Mahalin po natin ang ating kapwa Pilipino, unahin natin ang kapakanan nila at hinding-hindi po tayo magkakamali,” Go advised.

“At huwag nating kalimutang pasalamatan ang ating mga magulang. Bukod sa pagpapasalamat ninyo sa mga scholarship grants, magpasalamat po tayo sa ating mga magulang dahil kaming mga magulang halos kami’y nagpapakamatay magtrabaho mapaaral lang po ang aming mga anak,” he continued.