Buwan ng Wika 2024: Celebrating Filipino Language and Heritage Through the First Dr. Manuel V. Gallego Memorial Lecture Series, by Pauline Adordionicio
Ang mamatay nang dahil sa iyo. Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija — This year's Buwan ng Wika celebration at the MVGFC Gymnasium was marked by a historic event, “The Language Problem of the Filipino (1932): Unang Lekturang Memoryal Serye” last August 28, 2024. This inaugural memorial lecture series not only honored the rich linguistic heritage of the Philippines but also provided a crucial platform for reflection and discourse on the complex issues surrounding the Filipino language. Drawing over 300 students and educators from various institutions, the event became a significant milestone in the ongoing national dialogue on language. The event was organized by the Student Affairs Office (SAO) under the leadership of Dr. Maricris G. Malamug. A Convergence of Ideas: A Multiverse Event The MVGFC Gymnasium was transformed into a vibrant hub of intellectual exchange as students from the host institution, alongside scholars from Aurora State College of Technology (ASCOT) and Centra...