January 25, 2026 — Grounded in the principles of discipline, democracy, and responsible leadership, the Constitutional Convention (ConCon) gathered delegates and student leaders of South East Asian Institute of Technology, Inc. (SEAIT) for a full-day assembly centered on parliamentary procedure, governance, and constitutional practice at the Conference Hall of the MSWDO Building..

The convention formally opened with the registration of delegates, followed by preliminary activities. Opening remarks were delivered by Mr. Niño Lito C. Fuderanan, Supreme Student Council (SSC) President, who set the tone for a purposeful and orderly assembly. This was followed by the Statement of Purpose delivered by Mr. Arnel Vince E. Saladero, highlighting the significance of participatory leadership. Mr. John Mark Rufino, MPA, LYDO Head, then delivered a message of support, urging delegates to uphold integrity, accountability, and ethical leadership throughout the convention.

The morning session featured a seminar led by Hon. Clyde L. Almaden titled “Inside the Convention Hall: Leadership, Experience, and the Proper Conduct of a Constitutional Convention.” The discussion provided delegates with real-world insights into effective leadership, ethical decision-making, and the responsibilities of constitutional delegates.

In the afternoon, delegates participated in “Deliberation with Discipline: Applying Parliamentary Procedure in Constitutional Assemblies,” facilitated by Resource Speaker Andrei John F. Ruba. The session emphasized the importance of order, structure, and fairness in legislative discussions, reinforcing the value of discipline in democratic processes.

The convention continued with Topic 3, “Writing the Rules of Governance: Principles and Techniques in Crafting a Constitution and By-Laws,” presented by John Salvador Demdam. The discussion equipped participants with foundational knowledge on policy-making, legal frameworks, and the technical aspects of drafting constitutional provisions.

The program concluded with the election of parliamentary officers, the oath-taking of constitutional delegates and officers, and a caucus for the distribution of Constitutional By-Laws (CBL) articles—marking the formal transition from discussion to action.

Through structured dialogue, expert guidance, and hands-on democratic practice, the Constitutional Convention served as a testament to the enduring principles of law, order, and participatory governance, preparing future SEAIT leaders to uphold constitutional values with discipline and purpose.