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.