The Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines – Saint Louis University Student Chapter (IECEP-SLU SC) conducted their ECE Cup 2024 on the 17 March 2024, at the Saint Louis University Maryheights Campus. The activity aimed to provide Electronics Engineering students with a platform to showcase their talents and skills in various sports.
The day started with participants arriving and registering between 7 and 8:00 a.m. The opening ceremony commenced promptly at 8 a.m., marked by a lively mini parade, introductions, prayer, and playing of the national anthem, followed by enthusiastic cheers from participants representing each year level and the oath-taking of the participants. Following this spirited start, all players engaged in a thorough warm-up session to prepare themselves before the commencement of the games.
Through active participation in the event, the activity aims to:
- Enhance the students’ Sports Competence and Skill Development:
- Students can refine their techniques and proficiency in their chosen athletic pursuits by engaging in different sports. This hands-on experience allows them to gain a deeper understanding of the nuances of each sport and develop the specific skills required for success. Whether mastering the perfect shot in basketball, perfecting their serve in volleyball, honing their unpredictable strategies in chess, or honing their precision and agility in badminton, participation in the ECE Cup empowers students to enhance their sports competence and elevate their skill development to new heights.
- Foster Teamwork and Healthy Competition:
- To foster teamwork and healthy competition among ECE students, sports such as basketball and volleyball provide an ideal platform for students to learn the importance of cooperation, communication, respect, and mutual support. By working together towards a common goal, students develop essential teamwork skills that are applicable not only in sports but also in their academic and professional lives. Additionally, in chess and badminton, healthy competition inspires students to push limits, strive for improvement, and celebrate peers’ achievements, fostering a supportive community in the ECE department. The ECE Cup 2024 nurtures camaraderie and excellence, celebrating individual contributions and inspiring participants to reach their potential.
Furthermore, the activity was aligned with four (4) United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Encouraging ECE students to participate in different sports directly contributes to SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being). Research indicates that regular physical activity improves mental health, particularly crucial for university students facing academic stress. By organizing the ECE Cup 2024, the organization prioritizes the well-being of students, providing them with opportunities to enhance their physical fitness and manage stress effectively.
The event also promotes SDG 5 (Gender Equality) by providing an inclusive platform for both male and female students to participate in sports activities on equal terms. As such, the event challenges the stereotypes and contributes to creating a more equitable environment within the academic community. With this, SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) is being constituted as well in the event as it creates a level playing field for all students, regardless of background or abilities, to engage in the different sports.
Lastly, the ECE Cup 2024 actively supports SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions) by nurturing teamwork, sportsmanship, and fair play among participants. By cultivating positive social interactions through this event, it fortifies institutional resilience and promotes a more peaceful and inclusive environment in the community of ECE students.
The 1st Year Circutes displayed strategic prowess, clinching the Chess championship alongside victories in the Single’s Girls B and Mixed Badminton categories. Meanwhile, the 2nd Year BJ-Team showcased their dominance across the event, securing the champion title in Volleyball for both Boys and Girls and triumphing in the fiercely contested Single Boys A and Single Girls A Badminton divisions. Not to be outdone, the 3rd Year Ohmsimps exhibited their skill and determination, emerging victorious in Badminton Singles Boys A and Double’s Girls events. Lastly, the 4th Year Rectifiers demonstrated their versatility by clinching the Basketball championship and emerging triumphant in the Badminton Double’s Boys division, solidifying their status as formidable competitors in multiple disciplines.
Once more, the ECE students of the Light of the North were encouraged to uphold their role as guiding lights, revitalizing their spirits through this invigorating event, which fosters camaraderie and nurtures personal growth and resilience. (IECEP-SLU SC)
