A group of university students from the Papua New Guinea University of Technology (PNGUOT), known as the UNITECH Lasallians and Friends Association, have launched a school awareness program aimed at inspiring and guiding current secondary students in Port Moresby.
The program began on Thursday, July 3rd, at La Salle Technical Secondary School, where Principal Br. Anthony welcomed the initiative with heartfelt words:
“It is good seeing students leading students in the right path. Thank you for taking your time to come out—this is the Lasallian way.”
The team continued their awareness drive today, at Jubilee Catholic Secondary School, bringing with them personal stories, academic advice, and encouragement to students preparing for life after high school.
The UNITECH Lasallians and Friends Association is a student-led group at the University of Technology made up of former students from Lasallian schools, primarily De La Salle, Jubilee Catholic Secondary School, and La Salle Technical Secondary.
The group was founded in 2021 by Jubilee graduates and has since grown to include a broader Lasallian network.
In an interview with Solange Dawana, an alumni of the association and recent Mechanical Engineering graduate, she said, “The association was formed to unite former Lasallian students now studying at UNITECH, and to live out the Lasallian values of faith, service, and community. One way we do this is by giving back to our former schools through programs like these.”
The awareness program, which was first held in 2023, gives secondary students insights into university life, academic expectations, and available courses at UNITECH.
The visit also includes mentorship opportunities and encourages students to pursue higher education with confidence.
“We know how hard the transition to university can be, especially in your first semester,” Dawana shared.
“So, we introduce ourselves to the new first years and support them as big brothers and sisters—just like we were taught in our Lasallian education.”
Some members of the association currently on semester break returned home to take part in the awareness tour.
They include:
- Jeremiah Lavai – Agriculture Graduate, Ex De La Salle
- Delaiah Hafmans – 2nd Year Forestry, Ex Jubilee
- Israel Daviaga – Final Year Agriculture, Ex De La Salle
- Walayson Iga – 3rd Year Mining Engineering, Ex Jubilee
- Natasha Anuma – Final Year Business in Accounting, Ex Jubilee
- Sean Lemeki – Civil Engineering Graduate, Ex Jubilee
- Leka Vagi – Electrical Engineering Graduate, Ex Jubilee
- Solange Dawana – Mechanical Engineering Graduate, Ex Jubilee
The school visits have been warmly received by staff and students, with many expressing appreciations for the group’s commitment to community service and youth mentorship.
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