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IN PHOTOS: The UST-Legazpi tertiary students attended the seminar “Study Smart, Manage Time Well: Building Effective Study Habits and Time Management Skills,” spearheaded by the Office of Guidance and Testing (OGT).
The seminar, designed to equip students with practical strategies to build productive study routines, manage their time effectively, and improve their overall academic performance, was delivered by Ms. Kristine E. Mangampo, RPm, 8th Placer in the August 2023 Psychometricians Licensure Examination.
She shared valuable insights to help students learn efficiently, stay organized, and achieve greater academic success.

The University of Santo Tomas-Legazpi, through the Office of Guidance and Testing, invites all college students to a formative session on building effective study habits and mastering time management.

Join us on November 21, 2025, at the UST-Legazpi Dome with Ms. Kristine E. Mangampo, RPm, 8th Placer in the August 2023 Psychometricians Licensure Examination, as she shares practical strategies to help students learn efficiently, stay organized, and achieve academic success.

⏰CASE & CBMA: 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM
⏰CEAFa & CHS: 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Let’s build stronger, smarter study habits—as one Legazpi Thomasian community.

IN PHOTOS: The Junior High School and Senior High School students of UST-Legazpi attended today’s seminar, “Study Smart, Manage Time Well: Building Effective Study Habits and Time Management Skills,” spearheaded by the Office of Guidance and Testing (OGT).

The seminar, which aims to equip students with practical strategies to develop productive study routines, manage their time effectively, and enhance their overall academic performance, was delivered by Mr. Jairus Alexis A. Rico, faculty member of the College of Business Management and Accountancy (CBMA).

The Office of Guidance and Testing invites all Junior High School and Senior High School students to the seminar “Study Smart, Manage Time Well: Building Effective Study Habits and Time Management Skills” on November 20, 2025 (Thursday), 8:30–11:30 AM at the UST-Legazpi Dome.
The session, with resource speaker Mr. Jairus Alexis A. Rico, will equip students with strategies to build productive study routines, manage their time effectively, and enhance their overall academic performance.
See you there! ✨

The Office of Guidance and Testing invites all Junior High School and Senior High School students to the seminar “Study Smart, Manage Time Well: Building Effective Study Habits and Time Management Skills” on November 20, 2025 (Thursday), 8:30–11:30 AM at the UST-Legazpi Dome.

The session, with resource speaker Mr. Jairus Alexis A. Rico, will equip students with strategies to build productive study routines, manage their time effectively, and enhance their overall academic performance.

See you there! ✨

IN PHOTOS: In line with the observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Office of Guidance and Testing hosted an insightful and meaningful seminar titled “Breaking the Stigma: Talking About Mental Health Together” for all Junior High School to Senior High School students, with Mr. Christian A. Semeniano, RPm, LPT, RGC, serving as the resource speaker.
The event sought to foster open discussions on mental health while inspiring understanding, empathy, and support within the Thomasian community. Let’s continue taking this important step together toward breaking barriers and promoting mental wellness for all.

IN PHOTOS: Tertiary students of the University of Santo Tomas-Legazpi attended today’s seminar entitled “LEADING WITH LOVE: Transforming Mental Health Awareness into Meaningful Action” at the UST-Legazpi Dome, with Melvin D. Angeles, RPsy, as the resource speaker.
The seminar aimed to educate participants on key mental health concerns, provide strategies to support their own well-being and that of others, and inspire everyone to lead with love, kindness, and empathy in fostering a mentally healthy environment.
Spearheaded by the Office of Guidance and Testing (OGT), the event is part of the celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month this October.

In celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month this October, the Office of Guidance and Testing will hold a seminar titled "LEADING WITH LOVE: Transforming Mental Health Awareness into Meaningful Action" on October 7, 2025, Tuesday, at the UST-Legazpi Dome.

The morning session from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM is dedicated to students of CASE and CHS, while the afternoon session from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM is for CBMA and CEAFA.

This seminar aims to educate participants on key mental health concerns, equip them with strategies to support their well-being and that of others, and inspire everyone to lead with love, kindness, and empathy in building a mentally healthy environment.


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In celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month this October, the Office of Guidance and Testing will hold a seminar titled "LEADING WITH LOVE: Transforming Mental Health Awareness into Meaningful Action" on October 7, 2025, Tuesday, at the UST-Legazpi Dome.

The morning session from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM is dedicated to students of CASE and CHS, while the afternoon session from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM is for CBMA and CEAFA.

This seminar aims to educate participants on key mental health concerns, equip them with strategies to support their well-being and that of others, and inspire everyone to lead with love, kindness, and empathy in building a mentally healthy environment.

IN PHOTOS: The Office of Guidance and Testing held the seminar “STOP THE SPIRAL: Understanding the Basics of Anxiety and Everyday Worry” on September 19, 2025, at the UST-Legazpi Dome for Junior High School and Senior High School students. With Mr. Kurt Essa A. Rastrullo, RGC as the resource speaker, the session guided students in distinguishing anxiety from everyday worry, recognizing its symptoms and triggers, and learning practical coping strategies. More importantly, it encouraged self-awareness and fostered a culture of help-seeking behavior among Legazpi Thomasians.

Through this initiative, UST-Legazpi continues its commitment to nurturing the holistic well-being of its students.

“𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐥” 𝐓𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐧𝐱𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 | 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟗, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

On September 19, 2025, the Junior High School and Senior High School departments came together at the UST-L Dome for a meaningful talk on mental health awareness, featuring keynote speaker Mr. Kurt Essa Rastrullo.

With the theme “Stop the Spiral: Understanding the Basics of Anxiety and the Worry of Everyday Life,” the session explored the distinction between everyday worries and clinical anxiety; their impact on thoughts, emotions, and behaviors; and practical strategies for managing them. From coping tools to real talk on self-awareness and seeking help, the session empowered students to prioritize their mental well-being and reminded everyone: you don’t have to go through it alone.

Students were encouraged to cultivate self-awareness, embrace healthy habits, and seek help when needed.

𝘊𝘢𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 | 𝘙𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪 𝘙𝘰𝘢𝘯
𝘗𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰𝘴 | 𝘚𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘩𝘢 𝘙𝘢𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘴, 𝘔𝘪𝘬𝘢𝘺𝘭𝘢 𝘊𝘢𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘢𝘯𝘰, 𝘑𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘳 𝘋𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘶𝘦𝘴

HIGHLIGHTS: UST-Legazpi, through the Office of Guidance and Testing, successfully held the “School Adjustment Seminar: Strengthening Academic, Emotional, and Social Transitions” today, August 29, 2025, at the UST-Legazpi Dome. The program was organized for first-year tertiary and transferee students to help them navigate the challenges of college life with confidence and resilience.

The seminar provided practical strategies on time management, study skills, and self-regulation; promoted mental health education and coping mechanisms; and fostered peer engagement to cultivate a welcoming and supportive Thomasian community.

Today, as we celebrate the World Mental Health Day, we are reminded of the importance of prioritizing our mental well-being. In the hustle and bustle of life, it’s easy to forget to check in with ourselves, but taking care of our minds is essential.

Let’s come together to share our stories, support one another, and break the stigma around mental health. Remember, it’s okay to reach out for help or talk about how you’re feeling—you're not alone in this journey.

Together, we can create a community that values mental health and encourages compassion. Your well-being matters, and so do you!

𝑯𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒚 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒍𝒅 𝑴𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉 𝑫𝒂𝒚!

In times of crisis, you can reach these hotlines:

📌 NATIONAL CENTER FOR MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS ☎️
1553
0966-351-4518
0917-899-8727
0908-639-2672

📌 HOPE LINE PHILIPPINES ☎️
2119 (Toll-free)
8804-4673 (PLDT)
0917 558-4673 (Globe)
0918-873-4673 (Smart)

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