Tuesday, August 26, 2008
AIESEC Philippines: Continuing the legacy through the years
We recently had an alumni reunion for previous Presidents of AIESEC Philippines which was hosted by Rollie Gosiengfiao, our President for AIESEC Philippines in 1969-70.
The event was well represented by all eras from the 60’s to present. Just like any AIESEC gatherings that’s happening this year to commemorate the 60 years of AIESEC globally, the spirit is still alive amongst the people who once had that ideal vision of the world. Now living the legacy and creating the positive impact in different fields, it was great to reconnect the dots to how AIESEC Philippines had become what it is today.
Just before the night was over, each Member Committee President had a chance to give a speech on their contribution during their year as President. I suddenly recall one of the sessions in an international conference. We were asked if there was one thing that we’d want to leave as legacy for our team and share it during a reunion the following year, what would it be. At that precise moment, I had a flashback of what I considered to be my legacy and continued on to present time where I am hearing the legacies that other generations have left as well. The figures may have been different through the years, but I saw the same passion that everyone was proud to have achieved “in their time.” It was a mix of nostalgia and a sense of achievement for one can only look at a legacy after a few years that you’ve been away.
At the end of the night, we had a wonderful night recalling history and discussing on how things can move forward with the alumni forming a vital part in the future. Until our next gathering in January 2009.
The event was well represented by all eras from the 60’s to present. Just like any AIESEC gatherings that’s happening this year to commemorate the 60 years of AIESEC globally, the spirit is still alive amongst the people who once had that ideal vision of the world. Now living the legacy and creating the positive impact in different fields, it was great to reconnect the dots to how AIESEC Philippines had become what it is today.
Just before the night was over, each Member Committee President had a chance to give a speech on their contribution during their year as President. I suddenly recall one of the sessions in an international conference. We were asked if there was one thing that we’d want to leave as legacy for our team and share it during a reunion the following year, what would it be. At that precise moment, I had a flashback of what I considered to be my legacy and continued on to present time where I am hearing the legacies that other generations have left as well. The figures may have been different through the years, but I saw the same passion that everyone was proud to have achieved “in their time.” It was a mix of nostalgia and a sense of achievement for one can only look at a legacy after a few years that you’ve been away.
At the end of the night, we had a wonderful night recalling history and discussing on how things can move forward with the alumni forming a vital part in the future. Until our next gathering in January 2009.
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