The Professional Regulation Commission announced that 2, 648 out of 3, 644 examinees successfully passed the March 2018 Medical Technologist Board Exam, 34 of which are Centralian graduates. In the said examination, CPU got a passing percentage of 77.27% and a national passing percentage of 72.67%.
Central Philippine University congratulates its new 31 pharmacists for having successfully passed the 2018 Pharmacist Licensure Examination on March 2018. CPU got a passing percentage of 83.78% while the national passing percentage is 55.77%. According to the Professional Regulation Commission 1,695 out of 3,039 passed the said examinations.
According to the Professional Regulation Commission, 1,067 out of 1,601 examinees passed the said examinations. CPU got a passing percentage of 78.57% and national passing percentage of 66.65%.
Faith, honor and excellence—Nestle Taala, a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication senior from the College of Arts and Science, John Elmer Loretizo, 5th year Bachelor of Science Software Engineering from the College of Engineering, and Meliza Louise Javellana and Honey Parreño from the University Junior High School were hailed as TOSIA awardees during the Ten Outstanding Students of Iloilo Awarding Ceremonies held at Robinson’s Place Iloilo on March 18, 2018.
CPU Junior High School TOSIA finalist, Meliza Louise Javellana, was awarded as TOSIA Artisan for exemplifying creativity in her bid book submission.
They passed the preliminary screening of this year’s search for the Ten Outstanding Students of Iloilo Awards spearheaded by JCI Regatta. The stages of the competition include The Stopover: Preparation, Starting Up The Engine: The Road to Excellence, a leadership seminar, The Checkpoint, Nomination and Portfolio Screening, TOSIA Roadblock: Essay Writing Round and The Detour: Interview Round, The Pit Stop: TOSIA Bootcamp and lastly The Finish Line: Awarding Ceremonies.
TOSIA 2018 aims to recognize student leaders who excel in academic, community, leadership and faith—four pillars in creating positive change. The annual search for outstanding is held in partnership with Department of Education Iloilo and Iloilo City Divisions and the Commission on Higher Education Region 6.
Janeen Dale B. Geroso is breaking the conventional definition of what it means to be a beauty queen. With a headstrong perspective on life, faith, and success, Janeen is encouraging young women to pursue their own definition of what is beautiful—to be oneself in an era that overlooks what is skin-deep.
At an early age, Janeen developed a passion for beauty pageants. Encouraged by her teachers and family, she viewed the pageantry as a platform to empower other women and to share her advocacy in promoting environmental awareness.
Currently a third year student taking up Bachelor of Science in Biology with specialization in Microbiology, Janeen has a deep appreciation for the life sciences. “The study of life fascinates me; there is so much to discover. I definitely love the challenge of learning and discovering. In Biology, there is always something new to learn.”
When asked why she chose CPU for her tertiary education, Janeen shared that the university’s reputation in academic excellence and faith ultimately made her want to be a Centralian. “CPU has always been my dream school. Though I lived in Bacolod, I would hear stories about how good the education here is and that the university is really centered on God. CPU is also one of the top universities in Western Visayas.”
Janeen recently joined the search for Miss Paraw Regatta 2018. After weeks of pre-pageant activities, she was crowned Miss Paraw Regatta 2018 first runner-up on February 15, 2018 at the Iloilo City Diamond Jubilee Hall.
According to Janeen, the search for Miss Paraw Regatta 2018 is her most memorable beauty pageant experience to date. “This, by far, is a pageant experience that I will never forget. We went to different parts of Western Visayas to see the beautiful flora and fauna and I also get to be surrounded by beautiful and strong women who support each other.”
For Janeen, the best part of joining beauty pageants is the friendships that she formed and the chance to share advocacies that showcase how women empowerment can change and help the community. “My advocacy is the restoration and conservation of mangrove forests. I grew up near the beach, so it’s a cause close to my heart. We often times neglect the impact of not taking care of our mangrove forests.”
She shares that beauty pageants are platforms for women to impart their advocacies and to showcase their confidence and their heart to others. It is also a venue for women to meet together and discuss issues that affect the community, promoting social awareness.
During her pageant journey, Janeen shares that it is the support of her family and her faith in God that made every experience worthwhile. “I wouldn’t be where I am today without the help of my family and the prayers of those who support me. I’m active in my church back in Bacolod City and I really believe that my faith has helped me throughout my journey.”
For Janeen, becoming a beauty queen does not mean wearing the crown, being garbed in beautiful dresses, or getting the applause. A beauty queen is one who has a genuine heart that inspires others, bringing out the best in them. “You don’t need a crown if you know you’re a queen in your own right. Kindness is power; helping others, encouraging those around you, and knowing that beauty is what’s on the inside—that is my definition of beauty.”
As for her advice to young women who want to join the beauty pageant scene, Janeen said, “Believe in the power of your dreams. Pursue what is in your heart. Your dreams will open doorways of opportunities for you, trust in God’s plans.”
The Central Philippine University Republic received the #NowPh Award given by the YesPinoy Foundation during the 15th Ten Accomplished Youth Organizations Awarding Ceremony held at the AG New World Manila Bay Hotel on February 22, 2018.
With their advocacy “Recycling Paper, Advocating Development in Society (REPADS) Project,” CPUR was recognized as one of the student organizations embodying the vision of #NowPh, an advocacy campaign of the National Youth Commission and the Climate Change Commission aiming to promote environmental awareness and initiatives.
The award was received by CPUR President, Jan Christian Española. In his Facebook status report, Española encouraged fellow Centralians to continue supporting REPADS Project. “We continue to ask for your support with our REPADS Project. You may donate your used bond paper (with clean backside) at the CPUR President’s Office and help produce notebooks, coloring booklets and story books to children in far-flung areas.”
CPU also hails its three new professional mechanical engineers who passed the technical evaluation for the upgrading in January and March respectively.
Following are individual and team ranking of CPU athletes participant to the various event at the
WESTERN VISAYAS REGIONAL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION (WVRAA) MEET
February 18-23, 2018 @ Iloilo City
CPU Vice President for Student Affairs, Rev. Joniel Howard H. Gico together with the WVRAA officials.
QUALIFIED ATHLETES
ELEMENTARY LEVEL
CHESS ELEMENTARY BOYS
Name: Grade: Individual: Overall:
TABLE TENNIS ELEMENTARY BOYS
Name: Grade: Individual: Overall:
Bronze – Mixed Doubles Champion
SWIMMING ELEMENTARY BOYS
Name: Grade: Individual: Overall:
SWIMMING ELEMENTARY GIRLS
Name: Grade: Individual: Overall:
2 Silver
1 Bronze
TAEKWONDO ELEMENTARY BOYS & GIRLS
Name: Grade: Kyoroge: Poomsae: Overall:
ELEMENTARY 10 Athletes
QUALIFIED ATHLETES
JUNIOR & SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
ATHLETICS SECONDARY BOYS
Name: Grade: Overall:
CHESS SECONDARY BOYS & GIRLS
Mark Jossel S. Mariano
Asst. Coach
Ronel C. Ballesteros
Head Coach
Name: Grade: Individual: Overall:
FOOTBALL SECONDARY BOYS
Name: Grade: Team Results:
SWIMMING SECONDARY BOYS & GIRLS
Name: Grade: Individual: Overall:
TABLE TENNIS SECONDARY BOYS
Simplicio G. Gayoso Jr.
Head Coach
Name: Grade: Individual: Overall:
Gold – Mixed Doubles
TABLE TENNIS SECONDARY GIRLS
Mariette Jeselle T. Dela Cruz
Chaperon
Simplicio G. Gayoso Jr.
Head Coach
Name: Grade: Individual: Overall:
Gold – Mixed Doubles
TAEKWONDO SECONDARY BOYS
Alan J. Diasnes
Asst. Coach
Floramie G. Navales
Head Coach
Name: Grade: Kyoroge: Poomsae: Overall:
TAEKWONDO SECONDARY GIRLS
Floramie G. Navales
Asst. Coach
Alan J. Diasnes
Head Coach
Name: Grade: Kyoroge: Poomsae: Overall:
TENNIS SECONDARY GIRLS
Alquinn M. Flores
Head Coach
Name: Grade: Individual: Overall:
VOLLEYBALL SECONDARY BOYS
Jeffrey G. Alcarde
Asst. Coach
Alain G. Tarrazona
Head Coach
Name: Grade: Team Results:
VOLLEYBALL SECONDARY GIRLS
Jonah-El Buenvenida
Chaperon
Alain G. Tarrazona
Asst. Coach
Jeffrey G. Alcarde
Head Coach
Name: Grade: Team Results:
SECONDARY 39 Athletes
With reports from:
ATTY. ALEJANDRO S. SOMO
Director, Office of Sports & Athletics
Mr. Gibbs Caluba, Sports Office Secretary
Four Centralians passed the preliminary screening of this year’s search of the Ten Outstanding Students of Iloilo Awards spearheaded by JCI Regatta. TOSIA finalists include Nestlee Taala from the CPU College of Arts and Science and John Elmer Loretizo from the College of Engineering, and Honey Parreño and Meliza Louise Javellana from the CPU Junior High School. They will be joining other contenders from different colleges, universities and high schools all over Iloilo City in vying for a spot in the coveted TOSIA Circle of Five.
The stages of the competition include The Stopover: Preparation; Starting Up the Engine: The Road to Excellence, a leadership seminar; The Checkpoint: Nomination and Portfolio Screening; TOSIA Roadblock: Essay Writing Round; The Detour: Interview Round; The Pit Stop: TOSIA Bootcamp; and lastly, The Finish Line: Awarding Ceremonies.
TOSIA 2018 aims to recognize student leaders who excel in academic, community, leadership and faith—four pillars in creating positive change. The annual search for outstanding students is held in partnership with the Department of Education-Iloilo and Department of Education Division of Iloilo City and the Commission on Higher Education-Region 6.
By Nestle G. Taala, CPU Gospel Team
(3rd Place, Essay Writing Contest, 2018 Annual Evaluation and Exhibits of Student Campus Organizations)
The uniqueness of an individual makes him/her different from others. Indeed, God has given each one of us various gifts ranging from talent, time, and/or treasure. Everyone is best at something but no one is best at everything. He/She maybe blessed with talent which can contribute to the betterment of a community but he/she will need time and treasure to progress and these may be found in other people.
CPU Student Organizations are indeed diverse. There are fields which specialize in academics, culture, religion, etc. These organizations are best in what they have to offer and they fill the needs of this university and its student body. Sharing time, talent, and treasure, these organizations should be different to achieve one goal for the beloved Central Philippine University. After all, God has commanded us to be the stewards of this earth He created.
If student organizations function in the same way, other aspects wouldn’t be touched. If all these groups are academically inclined, where would those who long to express themselves through art go? If all these organizations are the same, where would other talent, time, and treasure be honed and shared? Undeniably, diversity is necessary to have balance.
To widely contribute to this alma mater, the diversity among CPU student organizations is a great help. In the end, it doesn’t matter who the best is or who could share the most time or the most talent or the most treasure. What’s important is that an organization is filling in the lack of one organization for the good and betterment of Central.
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