PH Consulate Welcomes CCNY FilAm Students for Cultural Immersion
PH Consulate Welcomes CCNY FilAm Students for Cultural Immersion Officers and members of the Philippine American Organization pose with Deputy Consul General Adrian Elmer S. Cruz (rightmost) and Tourism Director Francisco M. Lardizabal (leftmost). (Photo by Joselito Paz) NEW YORK, 21 February 2025 – The Philippine Consulate General in New York proudly welcomed a dynamic delegation of Filipino-American students from The City College of New York (CCNY) for a cultural immersion activity at the Philippine Center in New York.These students, who serve as officers and members of the Philippine American Organization (PAO)—a collegiate group dedicated to fostering awareness and appreciation of Filipino culture on campus—are at the forefront of uniting the Filipino-American community. Founded in 1984 by sisters Gaylene and Genalin Santos, PAO has continually evolved, reinforcing its commitment to promoting Filipino heritage and cultural identity. PAO was established to unite Filipino-American students. (Left) A representative from the Philippine Department of Tourism - New York discusses the office’s mission with the students. (Right) Students witness the dual citizenship oath-taking ceremony. (Photos by Joselito Paz) Throughout the program, students interacted with Consulate personnel who shared valuable insights into a range of cultural, educational, and community outreach initiatives. These initiatives are designed…