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April is National Poetry Month

National Poetry Month*

Inaugurated by the Academy of American Poets in 1996, National Poetry Month (NPM) is now held every April, when schools, libraries, publishers, booksellers, literary organizations, and poets around the country come together to celebrate poetry and its vital importance in American culture.  Thousands of businesses and organizations participate through festivals, readings, workshops, book displays, and various other events.

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In celebration of National Poetry Month, the following is a poem I wrote.  Enjoy!

MY POETRY

My imagination runs wild,
As I grab a pen and write away.
The emotions linger about,
Pushing me to set it free.
It shall be set free in the words that I write.
It shall be set free in the feelings that I express.
It shall be set free, just by knowing it is mine.
My own thoughts,
My own words,
My own feelings --
That in itself is poetry,
Whether it is liked by others or not;
I know this to be true,
That as long as it is dear to my heart,
It's as special as can be,
And no one can deny that it is poetry!
©mnrivera


*Source: www.poets.org

UOG Charter Day 2012 a Success!

UOG's Charter Day 2012 was filled with excitement from from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and beyond! Memories to last a lifetime were shared, including activities, displays, CHamoru competitions, dances, performances, food, entertainment, and more! Established in 1952 as the Territorial College of Guam, the institution was renamed the University of Guam in 1968. Thank you for joining us as we celebrated our 44th Charter Day and our 60th year as an institution of higher education! Enjoy the following snapshots taken during this memorable day!

Source: UOG Charter Day Committee

Read Across America Celebration A Success!

The Read Across America celebration hosted by the Nieves M. Flores Hagatna Public Library was filled with excitement for the young children and their families who participated in the various Dr. Seuss literacy activities held March 3. Among the activities were the Lorax Hat Station, A Truffula Tree Planting Station, and Truffula Tree Cup Cake Station. The children also sang Dr. Seuss songs led by Joe Mendiola and children. A special shadow puppet show titled Lorax also delighted the children. Afterwards, the children marched in the Lorax Hat and Wacky Parade. The event ended with a 108th Happy Birthday celebration for Dr. Seuss with refreshments and cake! Enjoy the following snapshots taken during this memorable literacy event!

2012 UOG "Big G" Float Artwork Competition Contest

The University of Guam Liberation Day Committee is pleased to announce the details of an art contest that will be the source of inspiration for our float entry this year. The main theme of the 2012 parade has yet to be announced. For the purpose of this contest, however, the objective is to find a float design that will represent the University of Guam while concurrently showcasing Chamorro culture, values and traditions (general themes used in past parades). This contest is open to all entrants who have an affinity to the University.

Winners of the Float Competition
will receive the following cash prizes:
1st Prize $300
2nd Prize $200
3rd Prize $100

Click on the image above for contest details.

For more information, please contact Norman Analista, Director of Development & Alumni Affairs, at 735-2586 or nanalista@uguam.uog.edu.

IRA February 11, 2012 Venue Change

L.P. Untalan Middle School to Reopen on Tiyan Campus

L. P. Untalan Middle School will remain closed until further notice.  In an effort to expedite the resumption of classes for the island’s oldest school, the Department of Education has been working collaboratively with the Office of the Governor as well as Core Tech International to get students back into the classroom. The targeted opening date is January 24th but is dependent on approval of the necessary permits.

Volunteers and donations are integral to making the move in this short period of time. Individuals or businesses wanting to assist are asked to contact Andy Leon Guerrero at 888-4127 or aleonguerrero@gdoe.net.

The Guam Education Board, along with DOE management are working to put timelines in place inclusive of an adjusted school calendar for Untalan Middle School. As we prepare to move Untalan into the Tiyan campus information will be released as it becomes available. 

Source: GDOE