The launch of CYA
Thursday, August 28, 2008 ; 3:40 AM
On the 22nd of August 2008, the launch of Compassionate Youths in Action (aka CYA) was witnessed by approximately 120 NP students from Psychology & Community Services (PCS) and Business and Social Enterprise (BZSE) courses.
CYA is the student body for PCS & BZSE students where we express and put into action our compassionate and concern for the many in the society who are disadvantaged and less fortunate.
It is where we are empowered to initiate projects, have opportunities to network wh partners and funders, and most important, to "find a need and meet it, feel a hurt and heal it"
It is where we work together, in solidarity, to make a difference and be the change we want to see happen.
For NP students, click here to know more.
In conclusion, CYA is a platform for students to initiate any ideas and projects that they have so that something more can come out of it. Anyone who have the burning passion to help the disadvantaged and less fortunate are able to play a part in joining those projects.
On the Stage...
Wednesday, August 27, 2008 ; 7:18 AM
Starting the official launch of CYA at LT68e was a fantastic 3-part magic show put up by none other than our very own PCS Y2 students!
Abracadabra!
Dr. Tan Lai Yong, the guest-of-honour for the launch of CYA, enthralling the crowds with his opening speech.
The ever-attentive audience, listening to Dr. Tan's experiences in Kunming.
Dr. Tan, receiving a token of appreciation after his speech.
Our emcees for the event, Shaiz & Jenna!
Our course manager, Mrs Joyce Tang, speaking to everyone in the seats.
And closing of the event, was a speech by the HMS head, blatantly pleased with the students' work so far, and believing that CYA will undoubtedly be a success. Students Initiated Projects!
Tuesday, August 26, 2008 ; 6:03 AM
The Strawberries - AWWA Community Home for the Elderly
Speech by Cassie & Huifang from PCS Y1
Visit their blog @ cyastrawberries!
Citibank Youth for Causes/Selfless Shoe
Speech by Justine & Alison from BZSE Y1
Visit the selfless shoe blog here!
The Introvertz
Speech by Manhong from PCS Y2
Help FSC
NP4MYANMAR
Speech by Yong Chuan from PCS Y2
Envelopes of Love for Sichuan Earthquake
Speech by Razali of PCS Y1
Visit envelopes of love @ envelopesoflove.blogspot.com
Behind the Scenes!
Monday, August 25, 2008 ; 2:29 AM
Now it's time for some behind the scenes!
Preparing for the magic show...
Ms Janice giving some guidance and pointers...
Emcees busy rehearsing their scripts...
Finally to end off, here are the pretty red, pink and white balloons given out to the attendees after the launch!
Reflections
Sunday, August 24, 2008 ; 7:50 AM
We feel that the launch of CYA is going to create a significant change in the lives of us, the students and the many in our society who are disadvantaged and less fortunate. It allows those who have the burning passion who wants to create an impact in the lives of the less fortunate to do so.
By allowing students to initiate projects, it encourages students to voice their opinions and ideas out. It also teaches students to help the needy and empathize with them. This is an important event as with the launch, we are able to make a difference and spread the message to the disadvantaged and less fortunate that there are always people around who care about them.
-See Huifang, PCS Y1, 1B02