Opening Remarks by the President of RTU at the 2nd AUAP Student English Debate Competition, April 8, 2025.

We are thrilled to share the opening remarks given by the Dr. MA. Eugenia M. Yangco, President of Rizal Technical University (RTU) at the 2nd AUAP Student English Debate Competition, held on April 8 to 9, 2025.

In her address, the President thanked the AUAP Secretariat who has worked with RTU to make this event happen and underscored the significance of debating as a vital skill for students, emphasizing its role in cultivating critical thinking, creativity, and effective communication. He encouraged all participants to embrace this opportunity to express their ideas confidently and to learn from one another through healthy discourse.

The President also extended his gratitude to the organizers, judges, and participants for their commitment to making the competition a success. His inspiring words created an energizing atmosphere, fostering a spirit of collaboration and intellectual curiosity among everyone present.

We look forward to highlighting more memorable moments from this exciting event in future updates!