On 15 March 2026, Associate Professor Ma. Laarni D. Buenaventura of the Philippine Normal University facilitated an insightful and empowering seminar for scholars of the Chinese Filipino Business Club, Inc. (CFBCI) under its Pagharap sa Pangarap College Scholarship Program. Titled “Cultivating Grit and Self-Regulation for Academic Success,” the session focused on equipping our scholars with practical strategies to strengthen perseverance, discipline, and personal accountability in their academic journeys.

The program opened with inspiring remarks from President Gerald Chan, who encouraged the scholars to remain resilient in the face of life’s challenges and to continue building meaningful connections with others. His message reminded scholars that success is not only measured by achievements but also by the strength of one’s character and relationships.

This was followed by the wholesome Serendipity Session facilitated by CFBCI Alumna Ms. Mexica Bausa, whose reflections invited scholars to pause and appreciate the many blessings present in their lives. Her sharing highlighted the value of gratitude and mindfulness, reminding participants that recognizing life’s small yet meaningful moments can strengthen one’s outlook and perseverance.

The highlight of the seminar was the insightful talk “Cultivating Grit and Self-Regulation for Academic Success” delivered by Ma. Laarni D. Buenaventura. Through meaningful discussion and interactive activities, Assoc. Prof. Buenaventura emphasized the importance of resilience, goal-setting, and effective self-management in overcoming challenges and achieving long-term success.

The seminar concluded on a joyful note as scholars shared a meal and participated in fun games courtesy of Education Committee Vice Chairman Linda Lao, strengthening camaraderie and fellowship among participants. Overall, the event fostered renewed motivation, reflection, and unity among the scholars as they continue striving toward their academic and personal aspirations.

菲華工商總會訊： 本會為持續深化「點亮未來」助學方案，致力培養受助生德智體群均衡發展，於二〇二六年三月十五日（星期日）上午，在八樓禮堂圓滿舉辦三月份修養講座。活動內容豐富且具啟發性，透過勵志經驗分享與專題深度講座，引導學子在品格塑造與學業進步上雙向成長，產生了積極而深遠的影響。當日，共有一百零六名學子出席；理事長曾國強、董事曾煥眉、常務理事留牡丹及理事張其安等多位領導親臨現場悉心指導。這不僅體現了本會對青年教育的高度重視，更彰顯了對人才培養持之以恆的承諾與實踐。

活動由理事長曾國強的熱忱勉勵拉開序幕，他勉勵學子，面對人生挑戰須具備堅韌精神，並學會與社會建立良好連結。並強調，衡量成功的標準除了學業成果，更在於個人修養與處世格局。他期待學子們在學術上精益求精的同時，也要注重品格錘鍊，成為內外兼修、格局宏大的人才。

隨後，本會西文秘書梅西卡主持了「驚喜時刻（Serendipity Session）」。身為學友會成員，她分享了對生活的細膩洞察，引導受助生學會感恩與珍惜。這場講座讓學子們在追求目標的同時，亦能發現生活之美，鼓勵大家帶著積極感恩的態度，勇敢面對未來的學習與成長。

專題講座環節由菲律濱師範大學副教授 Ma. Laarni D. Buenaventura 女士主講，專題為「堅毅與自我管理：學業成功的核心動力」，深度解析自律與時間管理對學業成就的決定性影響。副教授結合實務案例，指導受助生如何在高壓環境下保持堅韌並提升自我調節能力。講座內容紮實且極具共鳴，讓受助生們在獲得實戰技巧的同時，也點燃了內心追求卓越的鬥志。

演講圓滿結束後，本會領導特別向主講人 Buenaventura 副教授致贈感謝牌及紀念品，以誠摯感謝其帶來的精闢見解與深刻啟發。活動最後在溫馨歡樂的氛圍中劃下句點。隨後，受助生們一同享用本會精心準備的餐盒，並透過互動遊戲拉近彼此距離。在輕鬆愉快的交流中，學員們的情誼日益深厚，進一步強化了「點亮未來」助學方案大家庭的向心力與凝聚力。

此次修養講座不僅為受助生提供了深度的自我反思與成長契機，更精準激發了學子們在學業及人生道路上持之以恆、砥礪前行的動力。不少受助生發表感言表示，在本會的護航下，他們感受到的不僅是經濟上的援助，更是精神上的富足，是他們勇往直前的最強後盾。

本會將持續推動「點亮未來」助學方案，秉持全人教育理念，透過德育、智育與文化教育三軌並進，培養兼具品格、能力與社會責任感的青年人才，為社會培育具視野與使命感的新世代領袖，真正實踐「點亮未來，成就無限」的教育使命。

圖片說明：
上圖：（由左至右）理事長曾國強；講座簡報主頁；主講人Ma. Laarni D. Buenaventura副教授。
中圖：頒發感謝牌及紀念品予主講人。（左起）留牡丹，曾國強，Ma. Laarni D. Buenaventura，曾煥眉，張其安。
下圖：講座會學子們與主講人的互動交流。