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ORLANDO -- Sir Rogelio Quiambao, KGCR, Supreme Commander of
the Order of the Knights of Rizal called to order its 12th Annual
International Assembly last April 6 at the Marriot Hotel in
Orlando. Graced by delegates from all over the US, Europe, Canada,
and the Philippines, the assembly received acclaim for being world
class in its organization, presentations, and topic coverage.
Hosted by the KOR Area Council Eastern USA III, led by Area
Commander Sir Emmanuel "Noli" Vianzon, KGOR, the three-day
assembly opened with floral offerings at the Rizal Monument in
International Plaza, Lake Eola, Orlando.
Focusing on this year's theme, "Rizalism: Enhancing National Unity
Though Educational Processes and Civic Involvement," guest
speakers inspired the participants to reawaken their dedication to
the principles of Rizalism. Among the special guests were:
Honorable Generoso G. Calonge, Consul General, Embassy of the
Philippines; Honorable William Bankhead, Secretary of the
Department of Juvenile Justice; and Sir Sedfrey Ordonez, KGCR,
Former Phil. Secretary of Justice and Ambassador to the UN.
The plenary sessions and discourses that ensued highlighted the
thoughts and visions of renowned education and community leaders:
Sir Rolando Sarreal, Ph.D., KCR, Deputy Regional Commander USA;
Antonio Lapitan, Ph.D. Professor Emeritus, University of Dayton;
Joyce Bruce, M.D., Founding President of Nanay Inc, and Professor,
Department of Neuropathy, University of Miami; and Lady Lally
Ferro, Ll.B. Past President, KR Ladies Auxiliary, Jacksonville.
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