Written by Joshua Hernandez, Charls Matthew De Perio, and Elhanan Brayn Masweng
Photo credits to: Yvonne Fe Bautista, Ashley Palada
With three postponements, months of replanning, and relentless effort, the stars aligned for the STELA Day and Night to finally push through and take place on November 14, 2024, University of Baguio Cardinals Gym.
The event granted the STELA Department the satisfaction it needed to wash off the disappointment that was lingering due to the effects of the past typhoons, and replacing those negative feelings with the blinding smiles and radiant laughter of each individual within the gym during the Day and Night.
With the overarching theme of “Festivities from Dawn to Dusk,” the organizers hosted 4 different contests in the entirety of the event: The Booth Making Competition, The Fashion Extravaganza, The Battle Of The Bands, and the highly anticipated Mr. And Ms. STELA.
The performances were mesmerizing, the cheers were filled with spirit and the atmosphere was electric, as every moment was a testament to the STELA Departments unwavering commitment. As the Day and Night, once threatened by adversity, now stood as a symbol of resilience and triumph.
It was a celebration not just for the purpose of the event itself, but also that of the human spirit’s ability to overcome obstacles, showing that when people come together, anything is possible.
With that, as the event drew to a close, a sense of accomplishment filled the air of the gym. With the organizers, performers and attendees feeling a sense of relief and gratitude, as they had witnessed the power of perseverance, the joy of a successful event, and the beauty of human connection.
