RSU Pres. Merian P. Catajay-Mani and DENR MIMAROPA OIC Regional Executive Director Felix S. Mirasol, Jr., CESO IV, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on environmental protection at the RSU AVR.
Dr. Tomas T. Faminial, VPAF of RSU, and Mr. Raymund G. Inocencio, Chief, Planning and ICT Section, DENR, read the roles and responsibilities of the two signing parties in the MOU.
Mr. Cesar P. Odi, OIC PENR Officer, DENR Romblon; and Dr. Tomas T. Faminial, VPAF, served as witnesses in the signing event.
In her Message of Commitment, Dr. Mani underscored the significance of the university’s active involvement in environmental protection and empowering students and the community as environmental stewards.
Director Felix S. Mirasol, Jr., also expressed his enthusiasm in strengthening ties with RSU towards sustainable practices and environmental preservation across Romblon.
The MOU signing was followed by the installation of RSU Environmental Ambassadors, and the Ceremonial Signing of the Pledge of Commitment by everyone in attendance.
To conclude the event, Mr. Edgardo F. Fadallan, Director, Special Projects, Advocacy Officer, RSU, delivered a message of gratitude for the proactive partnership between the RSU and DENR.
To kick off the partnership, the RSU top management, Army Reservists, Philippine Guardian Brotherhood Incorporated (PGBI), and other volunteers, joined forces for a coastal cleanup in Odiongan, Romblon, also conducted on the same day.
The MOU serves as a symbol of collaboration between RSU and DENR to raise awareness of environmental issues, promote sustainable practices, and protect Romblon’s natural resources.