Roosevelt College System, Tertiary Education Division, together with the rest of the world, celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Linux Operating System last August 17, 2011. The celebration was held at the Audio Visual Room of Roosevelt College Marikina and was attended by BS Information Technology, BS Computer Science and BS Hotel and Restaurant Management students. The presentation on Linux Awareness were conducted by two linux advocates, Mr. Roy Plomantes and Ms. Sheryl Villaroman. Finally, a technical presentation on ubuntu customization was conducted by the Academic & Laboratory Supervisor Mr. Harold Lladoc.
The computer laboratories were opened for public use to High School and College students to let them have a “feel” of the Linux Experience. Other activities include Film Showing (Revolution OS), and Videoke.
Morning Activity
Venue : Roosevelt College Marikina AVR
Date : August 17, 2011
Time : 9:00AM – 12:00NN
Linux Day Program
- Doxology – Engr. Roman Discipulo
- Philippine National Anthem – A/V Clip
- Roosevelt College Loyalty Song – Sound Clip
- Welcome Remarks – Mr. Michael Adriano
- Intermission Number – Roosevelt College iBand
- Speaker 1: What is Linux? – Ms. Sheryl Villaroman
- Speaker 2: History of Linux – Mr. Roy Plomantes
- Speaker 3: Linux Distros and the Ubuntu Customization Kit – Customizing Your Own Ubuntu Live CD
Simultaneous Afternoon Activities
- Film Showing – Revolution OS @ AVR, 1:00PM – 2:30PM
- Open Computer Laboratory for showcasing the Linux Desktop to high school and NonIT
- college students @ ICT Bldg Com Lab 2 & 3 1:00PM – 5:00PM
- Videoke Booth @ Faculty Room 1:00PM – 5:00PM
