Alumni Update February 19 – 25, 2024

New York State Assembly honors Outstanding Sillimanian Awardee Dr. Dely Po Go

Outstanding Sillimanian Awardee Dr. Dely Po Go was presented by the New York State Assembly with a prestigious proclamation during its Lunar New Year celebration at the State Capitol in Albany last February 13, 2024. The declaration, signed by Assemblymember Steven Raga of the 30th Assembly District, acknowledged her exceptional dedication to supporting the Asian American and Pacific Island (AAPI) community in New York.

The proclamation reads, “We have an outstanding individual worthy of the esteem of both the community and the 30th Assembly District.” It is truly a testament to her unparalleled and unwavering community service. She has long been regarded as an advocate for diversity, equality, and cultural preservation within the AAPI community. Her commitment to uplifting and empowering individuals of Asian and Pacific Islander heritage has impacted the lives of numerous community members. Her remarkable dedication to the betterment of the AAPI community exemplifies the spirit of resilience, compassion, and solidarity that defines New York’s rich cultures and traditions.

Dr. Dely Po Go, with her husband Harry, accepting the proclamation from N.Y. State Assemblymember Steven Raga of the 30th Assembly District. (Photo by Troi Santos)

In honoring Dr. Go, the New York State Assembly reaffirms its commitment to celebrating diversity, fostering unity, and championing the rights and interests of all communities.

Dr. Dely Po Go with other members of the New York State legislature. (Photo by Troi Santos)

Dr. Go has received recognition for her community involvement and professional accomplishments, including being a grand marshal of the 125th Philippine Independence Day commemoration in June 2023 in New York City, Jersey City, and Milan, Italy.

Dr. Go completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at Silliman University in 1978, ultimately becoming a registered nurse. When she and her husband, Harry, moved to the U.S. with their children, she pursued her graduate studies at Fairleigh Dickinson University. She finished both her Master of Science in Nursing and her Doctor of Nursing Practice with the highest honors or summa cum laude.

In 2013, Silliman University recognized Dr. Dely P. Go as an Outstanding Sillimanian Awardee (OSA) in the field of Entrepreneurship in Nursing.

Dr. Dely Po Go with Assemblymember Steve Raga
and State Senator John Liu. (Photo by Troi Santos)