The University of Saint Louis Tuguegarao Supreme Student Council (SSC) participated in the U.S.–PH Alumni Talks: Youth in Diplomacy and Regional Security on June 24, 2026, at Tuguegarao City Hall, joining fellow youth leaders in discussions on diplomacy, governance, and regional security.
Representing the SSC were Klyde Marius Dixen S. Pagulayan, James Martin P. Tumbali, and Ava Chelsea T. Ancheta.
The forum featured insights from George Mesthos, Deputy Director for Public Engagement of the U.S. Embassy; Gervy Gumarit, Assistant Secretary of the National Youth Commission; Jonalyn Villasante of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs; and Dr. Deo Florence Onda of the University of the Philippines. The speakers discussed the role of young people in diplomacy, leadership, and addressing regional and international challenges.
The activity was conducted in collaboration with the National Movement of Young Legislators, led by Regional President AJ Guadiz, alongside several Sangguniang Kabataan Federations in Cagayan and the Tuguegarao City Local Youth Development Office.
In his message, Acting Mayor Ross Resuello emphasized the importance of making discussions on diplomacy and regional security accessible to young leaders, noting that these matters are often confined to Congress, embassies, and international courts.
“To our youth leaders, you are not merely passive observers of history; you are active stakeholders in our nation's strategic future,” Resuello stated.
City Councilors Tirso Mangada and Atty. Aldous Baccay were also present during the activity.
The SSC's participation provided an opportunity to engage in discussions on national and international affairs while strengthening its involvement in youth leadership and governance initiatives beyond the university.
