Recognizing student leaders and young innovators in Iloilo – TOSIA semi-finalists in their group picture. Photo Credit: Sandro Silverio
Centralians Peter John Abaygar, Chriselda Elaine Ador, and Vance Raphael Praire were hailed as finalists in the 10th Search for The Outstanding Students of Iloilo Awards (TOSIA) during the recently concluded awarding ceremony, Salute to Excellence, at Robinsons Place Iloilo, Iloilo City on March 17.
Peter John Abaygar, a 5th Year Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and the incumbent governor of CPU College of Engineering, and Niegil Libo-on, from the College of Arts and Scienceswork student and a CPU Republic Senator made their way to TOSIA Circle of Five College Category. Meanwhile, Vance Raphael Praire, of the CPU Junior High School is part of the TOSIA Circle of Five Junior High School Category.
Abaygar, in his speech, shared that his inspiration to do and excel more were his parents who always supported him when it came to his extra-curricular activities. He also highlighted the importance of his college as he received the said award. Abaygar was also proclaimed as the TOSIA Speaker and TOSIA Leader.
Libo-on, on his part, stressed how proud he was to be a CPU work student. He emphasized that work students were more than just work students. He gave himself as an example of a work student who was also a “youth leader, a community builder and now, a TOSIA Circle of Five.”
Praire, on the other hand, acknowledged how his journey to TOSIA went from being a Color Guard for last year’s TOSIA Awarding Ceremony, and now, belonging to the TOSIA Circle of Five.
Junior Chamber Inc. Regatta on its 10th year Search for The Outstanding Students of Iloilo Awards recognized institutions that have TOSIA Finalists for five consecutive years in which CPU Junior High School received a citation.
The awardees are grateful for the support of the administration, their coaches and mentors, and most especially to God, who sufficiently gives heavenly wisdom and strength.
By Paul Christian M. Alado from the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE) CPU Student Chapter, 3rd Place during the Student Campus Organizations’ Evaluation and Exhibit Result for School Year 2018-2019 Essay Writing Competition
Paul Christian M. Alado hails from the Roxas, Capiz.
An organization is synonymous to a family. It is where an individual can develop holistically. Central Philippine University does not only provide quality education, but [is] also a training ground for everyone to learn beyond the four-corners of the classroom… through different student organizations. Every single individual that consists an organization and the organization itself, is an asset in its own special and meaningful way. But what does it really take to be an asset?
Sometimes, we are blinded by the mere definition of an Asset—Assets are… only people or groups valued by society because of their contribution to the attainment of our goals as a nation. We have missed to look [at] the value of an individual beyond his contribution.
It is my humble belief that every person becomes an asset not just only because of what he can give, but greatly because of what he is—a dignified created being of God. A valuable asset is Christ-like, a being created in the image of God.
Today, we are faced by a challenge. CPU Student Organizations: Accountable to self, society, and environment today and beyond. This challenge is [not] simple. It is a challenge that [springs] from the overwhelming love of country and fellowmen. Amidst diversity in various student organizations in CPU, they are all united by one goal: To be an ASSET.
Every individual in CPU student organizations is God’s instrument to create a significant impact for the greater good: that every student organization [is] made possible by God and [that] they will all work as one. This God-centered principle strengthens our identity as true-blooded Centralians—God-centered individuals committed to serve for God’s greatest glory, regardless of our origins, beliefs, norms, and even group or organizations we belong.
by Arem Jay Badajos from the Junior Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers 1st Place during the Student Campus Organizations’ Evaluation and Exhibit result for School Year 2018-2019 Essay Writing Contest
Arem Jay Badajos represented CPU during the International Court of Justice of International Model United Nations 2018. Photo Credit: Arem Jay Badajos
At some point in our lives, we have pushed ourselves to the extent of our own fractures just to live up to other people’s expectations. We have focused on giving importance to what they say, unknowingly losing our own identity—who we really are, what we really are made of, and what exactly our purpose is.
Central Philippine University takes pride in giving holistic Christian education for its students. It teaches its students the interconnecting values of Knowledge & Faith. It guides its students to grow to their fullest potentials and to inculcate in their minds and hearts the Central Spirit—the spirit that binds Centralians together, the spirit that dwells in and connects every student organization at Central Philippine University.
Through the years, student organizations at CPU have always stayed true to their missions and visions—they have always stayed true to the prime reason of their existence—that is, to be an asset, being accountable to themselves and their society, today and beyond the days that would come—be it inside or beyond the walls of the said prime institution.
CPU Student Organizations have been accountable to their own structure and society without compromising one of those mentioned. They have immersed themselves [in] societal issues without compromising their own viewpoints. They have reached [out] and helped the people in the grassroots level without prejudice [and] towards their own benefits, and above all, they have lived up to other people’s expectations without losing their identity. With CPU’s mantra, “Scientia et Fides,” student organizations were able to uphold their purpose—that is to help and be helped.
With confidence and pride, CPU student organizations bleed the colors Gold and Blue and have heard the Master’s Words “Well Done!”
The Annual Student Campus Organizations’ Evaluation and Exhibit highlights diversity and camaraderie among Centralians.
Following the booth exhibits and presentations of the different student organizations held at the Alumni Concert Promenade Park on February 6 to 7, 2019, the Student Development Programs headed unveils its list of front-runners who have represented their respective organizations with excellence and commitment.
Here are the winners:
Most Outstanding Adviser, to receive Php 3,000
Ms. Prof. Joan Iven Abello, Special Education Society
Outstanding Advisers – to receive Php 1,500.00 each
Academic Category – Ms. Prof. Joan Iven Abello, Special Education Society
Special Category – Mr. Jobert H. Pillado, Impact Philippines, Inc.
Cultural Category – Ms. Grace Ann Jardenil, CPU Teatro, Sining, Atbp.
Sports Category – Mr. James Peter Trasporto, CPU Mountaineering Society
Religious Category – Dr. Florentino Perez Alerta II, Every Nation Campus
Most Outstanding Student Organization, to receive Php 10,000.00
Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines, Inc.
Outstanding Organizations – to receive Php 5,000 each
Academic Category – Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines, Inc
Fraternity Category – Megalith Nu Sigma Phi Society
Essay Writing Contest
First Place, to receive Php 1,500 – Arem Jay Badajos, Junior Phil. Institute of Chemical Engineers
Second Place, to receive Php 1,000 – Joshua Van L. Faala, Janitorial Student Assistant
Third Place, to receive Php 500 – Paul Christian M. Alado, Phil. Institute of Civil Engineers SPU-SC
The annual Student Campus Organizations’ Evaluation and Exhibit is a celebration of diversity and student initiative. It is a witness of Central Philippine University’s dedication of providing a venue for holistic learning and experience. Also, the competitions are recognitions of the hard work and dedication given by the students and advisers in promoting and initiating student participation.
Arigorat (first from right) has been representing CPU in various competitions while Abaygar (second from right) is an active student leader.
Excellence in leadership, academics and community service—Vance Rapael Praire and EJ H. Jimenez both from the CPU Junior High School, Peter John B. Abaygar and Eric John P. Arigorat both coming from the College of Engineering, and Niegil E. Libo-on and Chriselda Elaine V. Ador both from the College of Arts and Sciences were chosen by JCI Regatta as finalists in the search for The Outstanding Students of Iloilo 2019 in the Junior High School and College categories.
Ador is the current president of the CPU Psychological Society.EJ H. Jimenez from the CPU Junior High School has been passionate about leadership and community service.Libo-on is currently a student leader serving as senator in the CPU Republic.
Abaygar is a 4th year Civil Engineering student and the current governor of the CPU College of Engineering. He is also an Ayala Young Leader and a delegate to the 4th ASEAN Foundation Model ASEAN Meeting 2018. Arigorat, on the other hand, is a 4th year Mechanical Engineering student and a former president of the Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers-CPU Student Chapter. Meanwhile, Ador is the current president of the CPU Psychological Society while Libo-on is currently a student leader serving as senator in the CPU Republic. On the other hand, Jimenez and Praire are incumbent Governor and Vice Governor of the Junior High School.
TOSIA 2019 aims to recognize student leaders who excel in academic, community, leadership, and faith—the 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.
CPU “Ironwoman” Jacqui Rosee Lamparero, bags 3rd in the Women’s Elite Standard Distance Category during the NAGT Subic Leg 2019.
Central Philippine University “Ironwoman” Jacqui Rosee Lamparero, a 1st year BS Psychology student, placed 3rd in the Women’s Elite Standard Distance Category during the National Age Group Triathlon Subic Leg 2019 held at San Bernardino inside Subic Bay Freeport on January 27, 2019.
Lamparero finished the 1.5 km swim, 40 km bike ride and 10 km run in 2 hours, 30 minutes, and 32 seconds. She is a member of the CPU Golden Lions Varsity Team in Athletics.
It can be recalled that Lamparero grabbed the top spot during the Sprint Distance 16-19 Age Group Female Title in the National Age Group Triathlon 2017 Subic Leg on January 29, 2017 at ACEA Subic Bay (formerly Sands of Triboa) with a time of 1 hour, 19 minutes, and 45 seconds. The Sprint Distance includes 750 m swim, 20 km bike and 5 km run.
In 2016, the 17 year old athlete topped the National Age Group Triathlon (NAGT) Leg 4 Women Sprint Distance in Cagayan De Oro besting 30 other contestants from all over the country. She also won first place in the Sprint Distance 16-19 Age Group Female Title in the National Age Group Triathlon 2017 Subic Leg at ACEA Subic Bay.
The National Age Group Triathlon-Subic Leg is organized by the Triathlon Association of the Philippines in cooperation with the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority supported by the Philippine Sports Commission, Philippine Olympic Committee, and Green Triathlon.
Clem Marnel R. Burgos visits the Philippine Consulate in Armenia after his win in the 5th International Competition of Arts and Culture.
Clem Marnel R. Burgos, a graduating Mass Communication student of Central Philippine University and a two-time CPU Republic senator, was hailed as one of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts Dangal ng Ani Awardees for dramatic arts.
The awarding will be at the Manila Diamond Hotel on February 27, 2019, in line with the celebration of the National Arts Month.
Besting 44 other contestants from 12 countries around the globe, Burgos was the over-all champion during the 5th International Competition of Arts and Culture held in Yerevan, Armenia on July 7-12, 2018. He was the only Filipino representative in the said competition.
In his Facebook post, Burgos expressed his joy and thanked his family, friends, and the CPU community for their consistent love and support. He also highlighted his love for the arts as a platform for his faith in God: “Let my life be a testimony on how God uses the most ordinary person like me [for] something. Never ever have I imagined [that I would receive this award].”
The Dangal ng Ani Awards recognizes Filipino artists who have earned honor and prestige for the country in international competitions all over the globe. Established in 1991, the said recognition has been supporting local artists and projects to showcase the best of the country in culture and the arts. It has seven art disciplines, namely: architecture and allied arts, cinema, dance, dramatic arts, literary arts, music, and visual arts including multi-disciplinary arts.
Its notable awardees are Brillante Mendoza, Pepe Diokno, Lea Salonga, Kara David, Nora Aunor and many others. Ilonggo awardees include Jhett Tolentino, Eric Delos Santos and Jed Madela; Burgos is the first Centralian and Ilonggo student to receive such award.
Paul Marfil, a CPU AB Political Science and Public Administration major and the Editor-in-Chief of the Central Echo, the official student publication of the university, was chosen as one of the exchange students in the Japan-East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and Youths Programme. Marfil, together with other students all over the country, will be visiting Tokyo, Japan on October 2-9, 2018 for a cultural exchange that will center on communication using the Japanese language.
The JENESYS Programme is implemented by the government of Japan through the Japan International Cooperation Center. Throughout the years, the JENESYS Programme has established linkages among Filipino and Japanese student leaders. It aims to invite 6,000 Filipino youth to visit Japan annually to create an opportunities where they could immerse themselves in Japanese culture and language and to create lasting ties between the two countries.
According to its website (http://sv2.jice.org/jenesys/e/about-jenesys/about-program/), “The JENESYS Programme (Japan-East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and Youths) is a project advanced by the Japanese government from the standpoint of providing a sound foundation for strong solidarity within Asia through large-scale youth exchange.”
Mr. CPU 2018 Jasper Ruby from the College of Medicine and Ms. CPU 2018 Chris Sain Lyn N. Bongars from the Junior High School.
A night of grace, beauty, and wit—Central Philippine University crowns Jasper Ruby from the College of Medicine and Chris Sain Lyn N. Bongars from the Junior High School as Mr. and Miss CPU 2018, respectively, during the pageant night on September 25, 2018 at the Rose Memorial Auditorium. The pre-pageant events, on the other hand, namely the pre-interview and the talent’s night, were held on September 19 and September 21, 2018, respectively.
During the pageant night, Centralians with their cheers, banners, and balloons gathered to witness the final events and the crowning. The competition was broadcasted live on the CPU TV Facebook Page to give Centralians all over the globe the opportunity to witness the event.
Mr. CPU 2018 with Mr. CPU 2017.Ms. CPU 2017 relinquishes the crown to Ms. CPU 2018
The opening prayer was led by Rev. Francis Neil G. Jalando-on, Director, CPU Office of Communications. It was then followed by the singing of the Philippine National Anthem and the CPU Alma Mater Song led by Ms. Crista Huyong, Director, CPU Cultural Affairs Office.
For the welcome remarks, Miss Carmelle Frances Romero, Co-chair, Search for Mr. and Miss CPU 2018 Committee, thanked Centralians and the college and unit faculty and staff for supporting their candidates: “Tonight, we have 15 men and 14 women who will vie for the title of Mr. and Miss CPU 2018. For almost three weeks, we have seen these young men and women mature and grow, but more importantly, we have seen how they have decided to enjoy the moment they have prepared for—tonight’s pageant.”
Ms. Photogenic is Miss Senior High School.Ms CPU 2018 in her active wear.Minor Awards Winners- Male Category. Minor Awards Winner – Female Category.Best in Talent Award goes to Mr. Senior High School. Best in Talent – Male Category is Mr. College of Computer Studies.Best in Talent Awardee is Ms. College of Hospitality Management.Best in Formal Wear – Male Category is Mr. College of Engineering.Best in Evening Wear – Female Category is Ms. College of Pharmacy.Best in Casual Wear – Female Category is Ms. College of Nursing.Best in Active Wear – Female Category is Ms. Senior High School.
It was then followed by the production number. Candidates and contestants in their Hawaiian-themed ensemble graced the stage with confidence and elegance as they introduced themselves and their respective colleges and units.
After the production number, the special awards were given:
Committee’s Choice – Mr. Education and Miss CARES
Best Production Number – Mr. Medicine and Miss CHM
Miss Photogenic – Mr. Medicine and Miss SHS
Miss Congeniality – Mr. Medicine and Miss CHM
Other awards were also given namely:
Best in Talent – Mr. Senior High School and Mr. College of Computer Studies and Ms. College of Hospitality Management
Face of the Night – Mr. College of Medicine and Ms. Senior High School
Best in Casual Wear – College of Medicine and Ms. College of Nursing
Best in Active Wear – Mr. College of Engineering and Ms. Senior High School
Best in Formal Wear – Mr. College of Engineering and Ms. College of Pharmacy
Best in Interview – College of Hospitality Management and Ms. Junior High School
The semi-finalists for the male category were Mr. SHS, Mr. Medicine, Mr. JHS, Mr. CHM, Mr. Engineering, Mr. CSC, and Mr. Nursing. The semi-finalists were for the female category, on the other hand, were Miss CHM, Miss SHS, Miss JHS, Miss Pharmacy, Miss Medicine, Miss Engineering, and Miss CBM.
After the final walk and final interview, Jasper Ruby from the College of Medicine and Chris Sain Lyn N. Bongars claimed the Mr. and Miss CPU titles, respectively. The Mr. and Miss CPU Republic titles were given to Mr. Engineering, Jason C. Sobrevega, and Miss Engineering, Clarice Anya Nicole D. Zaragga, respectively, while the Mr. and Miss CPU Day titles went to Mr. CHM, Earl John Kevin T. Escopel, and Miss Pharmacy, Marymil Valen N. Jalandoni, respectively.
Continuing the tradition of excellence and discipline, Cindy Joy Diasnes has brought pride to CPU for the glory of God.
Cindy Joy Diasnes, a Grade 10 student of CPU with a 2nd Dan Black Belt will represent the country as part of the Philippine Team in the 2018 World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships to be held in Taiwan on November 15-18, 2018.
Hailing from a family of taekwondo athletes, Diasnes has developed a passion and discipline for the said martial art. She is a product of the A. Diasnes Taekwondo Gym located in Robinsons-Jaro.
Diasnes is a national referee and a recipient of numerous accolades from the National Poomsae since 2014 and a Palarong Pambansa athlete representing CPU.
The 2018 World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships is spearheaded by the World Taekwondo. As mentioned in its website (http://www.worldtaekwondo.org/about-wt/about-wt/), “World Taekwondo (WT) is the International Federation (IF) governing the sport of Taekwondo and is a member of the Association of Summer Olympic International Federations (ASOIF) and International Paralympic Committee (IPC). WT leads the most inclusive and accessible combat sport, which combines the values of an ancient Asian heritage with the values of a global elite sport. Taekwondo evolves on a solid base, mixing the traditional and the modern. The values recognized by practitioners and partners are the strength of our sport. They are distilled from those found in our society: the search for pleasure, surpassing oneself, perseverance, moral and physical strength, and respect for others.”
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