In cooperation with the Bicol University Alumni Relations Office (BUARO), the BU General Alumni Association, Inc. (BUGAAI), headed by Engr. Devar N. Robrigado, held a five-day free check-up and consultations dubbed “University-wide Health Caravan” from February 28 to March 4, 2023, themed “BUrugkos sa Pag-andurog sa Salud” at the BU College of Engineering Gymnasium, East Campus.

 The program offered numerous health services such as Blood Chem, ECG, X-ray, Ultrasound and Free Consultations Services to the BU Community, including the faculty members, non-teaching personnel, students, and alumni. 

In her Facebook post, Dr. Charina J. Cipcon, ARO Director, expressed her gratitude for the support of BUGAAI, the Bridges of Benevolent Initiative Foundation Inc., the office of Senator Risa Hontiveros, the office of Hon. Joey Salceda, the office of Hon. Elizalde L. Co, the office of Hon. Edcel Grex Lagman, through the Provincial Health Office, as well as the cooperating colleges, units, and offices of the university. 

 “Blissful to share this expression of gratitude and appreciation to the recently concluded Bicol University health caravan. Our heartfelt appreciation to all who volunteered and all the unseen benefactors behind the event,” she wrote. (by Diana Rose Marchan, BUCPRO Student Affiliate)

Photos by Rochelle Ruelan, BUCPRO Student Affiliate, and Alaiza Marie Boncodin