ADVISORY NO. 9: Cancellation of Honors Day, Commencement Exercises, and Other Activities

Silliman University announces the cancellation of Honors Day, Commencement Exercises, and other related activities from pre-school to post-graduate levels.

This is out of abundance of caution and in accordance with Executive Order No. 16 issued by Governor Roel R. Degamo dated March 11, 2020 relating to the reported spike of COVID-19 cases in the country and the threat of local transmission.

Other off-classroom events that require mass gatherings are also cancelled effective Thursday, March 12, 2020.

For graduating students, they may obtain their diplomas and transcript of records from the Registrar and Admissions Office upon compliance with all the requirements for graduation and completion of all clearances.

This year’s graduates may participate in next year’s graduation ceremonies.

For honor students, they may obtain their certificates and medals from the Registrar and Admissions Office.

The list of honor and graduating students shall be published by the Office of Information and Publications.

The SU Community is advised to be vigilant, cooperative, and compliant in observing all precautionary measures stated in previous memos and advisories.