JRU @100: THE LIBRARY AND THE CENTENNIAL COUNTDOWN

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Have you heard of the Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu? He once said that "the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." Well, for generations of Rizalians, the milestone of a hundred years began with a single day.

We weren't around for the beginning, but to have been there for the conclusion was just as special. And while it took on different names and relocated to different venues, Jose Rizal University evolved and carried on.

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There's a line in our centennial hymn (by Mr. John Kenneth Dael) that exclaims "Isang daang taon na tayo, Rizaliano!" with pride. On February 19, 2019, we as one community sang the lyrics with even greater honor. History had been made.

The Road past a Hundred Years

As part of the buildup for the centennial, the Main Library hosted the exhibit "JRU: 100 and Beyond." This took place on February 11, 2019. If you've ever wondered what the future might be like for JRU, students from the Elementary, Junior High School, Senior High School, College, and Graduate School had their own visions to share.

Going virtual: The Elementary School division exhibit.

The Junior High School division highlighted Rizalian achievements.

The exhibit showcased past and present accomplishments by Rizalians, as well as high-tech devices and 3D technology that could be adopted by the school in the coming years.

A Vision of the Future Building B: A 3D diorama by the Senior High School division.

 

The College division presents their Humanoid Arduino Robot Program.

The value of research as shown by the Graduate School division.

A Hundred Stories for the Coming Century

Yet another program held at the Main Library was the book launching for Biyaheng JRU: 100 Rizalian Stories presented on Valentine's Day, February 14, 2019.

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Mrs. Norma M. Montalvo, JRU Vice President for Administrative Affairs, revealed the challenges brought about by acquiring a hundred stories for the book, but praised her team for finishing as scheduled. Mrs. Montalvo expressed emotions over particular stories; ones that made her laugh, and ones that made her cry.

With a hundred tales from employees, students, and alumni to choose from, readers would certainly find their own favorites to laugh and cry over. Be sure to purchase your own copy of Biyaheng JRU: 100 Rizalian Stories!

Hot off the press: a century's worth of stories.

And that does it for this post, Lib Lifers! By the time this article is uploaded, Jose Rizal University would have turned 100 already. A lot of preparations were made in anticipation of the big day, and the library always takes pride in hosting events that are part of the overall picture.

We'll be back soon for more library news. Keep tuning in, and congratulations on a hundred years, Rizalians!