January 31, 2011
The Honorable Members of the Board of Regents
University of the Philippines
It is with distinct honor that I express my support to Dean Roland Tolentino of the College of Mass Communication for Chancellor of UP Diliman. I have known Dean Tolentino since my days as a student of the College of Mass Communication and have worked with him in the advancement of rights, not only of students but of other sectors in and out of the university, in my previous role as a student leader.
He is a well-respected and beloved teacher, one that imparts his wisdom with his students and peers, not just with textbooks or theories from thinkers. He constantly reminds us of how it is and what it takes to be a true Iskolar ng Bayan, through his example of service to the community and the country. He knows that social responsibility cannot be taught in and learned from the classroom, but through linking arms with the masses, the vast majority who pay for our tuition.
Dean Tolentino has proven his expertise in cultural understanding and development, within the academe and beyond, through his numerous publications. He is held in high regard by fellow writers, cultural workers and artists.
It goes without saying that he is committed to social justice, understanding the true essence of being a public servant. I would say that the inaccessibility and quality of education is one of the greatest injustice of our generation, if not of succeeding generations. Now, being able to obtain your degree from the University of the Philippines has become a dream-that most Filipino youth will never reach, not unless you have enough money, not even if you are the best or the brightest. Having a leader who knows that this injustice needs to be rectified and has the will to rectify it, is a leap into the right direction.
With the vision of democratic governance and unwavering commitment to service to constituents and the Filipino people, Dean Roland Tolentino, is without a doubt, the best suited candidate for UP Diliman Chancellor.
Sincerely,
Kristine Clare C. Bugayong
BA FAVC '00, MA WDS '03
UP Student Regent 2001
UP CMC Student Council Chair, AY 99-00
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