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CPU College of Nursing presents virtual Pinning Ceremony for BSN Class 2021.
Centralian Jose Ariel Lañada was the speaker of the CPU College of Nursing Pinning Ceremony for class 2021.
The CPU College of Nursing Pinning Ceremony for Class 21 premiered on January 8, 2022 via the CPU Facebook TV Channel page. Centralian Nurses and Alumni the world over watched the significant event which is a time-honored tradition of nursing schools. It symbolizes “the right of passage” of the CPU Nurses Class 2021 – into their professional careers. The ceremony was done on October 28, 2021 at Rose Memorial Auditorium.
The ceremony started with a prelude- a musical rendition by Prof. Rona L. Edemni, MAN, RM. Rev. Cris Amorsolo V. Sian led an invocation followed by the playing of the Philippine National anthem and the Alma Mater Song.
Dr. Teodoro C. Robles in his Welcome Remarks acknowledged the candidates for pinning, parents and students, the faculty and staff. He challenged the students, telling them that “You will be thrust into the practice of the nursing profession in the new normal.”
He thanked the CPU College of Nursing for preparing the students for a challenging yet rewarding career in the nursing profession. He commended the College of Nursing headed by its Dean Atty. Salex Alibogha with the Faculty and Staff “for ensuring that the excellent quality of nursing education which the College has always provided is maintained even in this new normal.”
He reminded the students that “as you wear your pins, you should always remember that you are a Centralian Nurse.”
Joy B. Lacson, MN (Level 4 Coordinator) introduced the Guest Speaker. Prof . Ariel E. Lañada (CPU Nursing Batch 1993), delivered an inspirational message with challenges that would be essential to the need of the new Centralian nurses.
He encouraged the candidates to be determined to conquer any hardship. “God is my rock, but I have to do my part”, he said. “We cannot serve from an empty cup,” he added.
Lañada shared his three ingredients for success: Willingness to move on, Tenacity in not giving up easily and Resilience by strengthening oneself.
Lañada started working in the United Kingdom at Oxford University Hospital in 2002. He is presently President of the Centralian Nurses Association in U.K., and has been popularly known to the Filipino Community in the United Kingdom.
Maria Lourdes N. Sampiano, MAN, Apollo Simulation Coordinator read the significance of the Pin. Lena O. Giron, MAN , Clinical Coordinator presented the candidates for pinning. The confirmation was done by Dean Salex Alibogha before the pinning ceremony.
Melba C. Sale, MAN, Research Coordinator read the International Code of ethics. The recognition and awards were read by Dr. Charlie D. Baldon, Scholarship Committee Chair. Awardees Mia Maricar Bulauitan, Class 2021 Coordinator and Angel Dema-ala, CPUR CON Representative delivered their response.
The BSN Class 2021 rendered their Class Song. The benediction was led by Rev. Cris Amorsolo V. Sian and was followed by the recessional.
The program was hosted by Annalie D. Gilongos, MN,RN.
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CPU College of Nursing receives Certificate of Outstanding Professional Leadership.
Central Philippine University College of Nursing, one of the top nursing schools in the Philippines, received a Certificate of Outstanding Professional Leadership, at the International Leader and achievers Awards on January 16, 2022, via an Online Platform. In the Certificate, the CPU College of Nursing received the award of Outstanding College Providing Effective Online Classes.
Another Certificate of Outstanding Professional Leadership was awarded to Atty. Salex E. Alibogha, JD,MAN, LLM, RM – Dean of Central Philippine University College of Nursing. In the Certificate, he was conferred the Outstanding Professor of the Year.
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Centralian Alumna receives nomination from Rotary International.
Evelyn Rose Catilo is the former CPU Rotary Club of Jaro Centraline President.
Evelyn Rose A. Catilo (CPU BSMT 1979) is one of the Rotary International’s nominee for the “Exemplary Life-Changing Rotarian Award”. She is the former CPU Rotary Club of Jaro Centraline President and Assistant Governor for Zone 2 ( 2019-2020); Treasurer for the Council of Presidents for Zones 1, 2 and 3 of District 3850.
Catilo is a symbol of strength and honor to the Club and to the people around her. She has a passion for excellence, and is committed to service that changes lives. She began her Rotary Journey in 2013 when she was invited for membership by the CPU Rotary Club of Jaro Centraline.
She served as President of CPU-RCJC twice (Rotary Year 2016-2017 and 2018-2019). She also received important Rotary awards; among them, The Governors Excelllence Award, Top 10 Public Image Award and one Presidential Citation Award. Centralian Evelyn Rose Catilo is a Paul Harris Fellow of Rotary Club International. She is currently CPU RCJC’s Membership Officer.
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Dr. Glenn A. M. Catedral is new President of YMCA of Iloilo, Inc.
Dr. Glenn A. M. Catedral shares his plans for the YMCA Iloilo.
The YMCA of Iloilo, Inc. held its Induction and Installation of Officers on December 22, 2021 at the YMCA Iloilo Gymnasium. Dr. Glenn A. M. Catedral, former CPU Alumni Association, Inc. President, is the newly elected President of YMCA, Iloilo.
The other newly elected officers: Judge Arturo G. Doronila, Vice President/Corporate Secretary; Dr. Manuel B. De Asis, Treasurer; Judge Edgardo L. Catilo (Centralian), Asst. Treasurer; Atty. Ruben M. Torres, Auditor; Engr. McRay R. Ortaliz, P.R.O. and Members: Mr. Jose Leo B. Contreras, Atty. Edgardo R. Elechicon (Centralian), Mr. Jose V. Layson, Jr., Mr. Alan C. Lim, Engr. Wilson Cua Locsin, Atty. Edgar P. Parker, Jr. Mr. Rito Carlos L. Pena, Dr. Nelson A. Pomado (Centralian), Ms. Fene C. Pabilona (Centralian), Youth Representative.
The newly inducted officers bared plans for YMCA Iloilo this year. Refurbishing of the YMCA Iloilo facilities, Revival of the General Membership and Reorientation of Vision and Mission statements of the YMCA PARIS BASIS were among the plans.
Mr. Eleazar R. Blando, a Centralian, is the current General Secretary and Concurrent Program Coordinator of YMCA Iloilo. In an interview, he said, “Despite of the challenges brought about by the COVID 19 pandemic, the YMCA of Iloilo continues to be relevant in providing services to the youth and its clientele. The continuing basis of the work and witness of the Young Men’s Christian Association is expressed in the Paris Basis, as adopted by the delegates of the First World Conference in Paris in 1855, and reaffirmed by the 6th World Council of YMCAs in 1973: “The Young Men’s Christian Associations seek to unite those young men who, regarding Jesus Christ as their God and Saviour, according to the Holy Scriptures, desire to be his disciples in their faith and in their life, and to associate their efforts for the extension of his Kingdom amongst young men.”
Any differences of opinion on other subjects, however important in themselves, shall not interfere with the harmonious relations of the constituent members and associates of the World Alliance.
YMCA of Iloilo, Inc. is a non-profit organization. It is located on Iznart St., Iloilo City near the Iloilo Provincial Capitol.
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CPU signs MOA with PNP Training Service RSTU6.
The virtual signing of MOA of CPU and PNP was done last January 21, 2022.
As part of its mission, Central Philippine University commits to be of service to the community through various collaborations and engagements with different sectors, both in local and abroad. Hence, a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between CPU and Philippine National Police Training Service — Regional Special Training Unit 6 (RSTU6) was made and entered into on January 21, 2022.
This partnership shall undertake the implementation of Training Programs, and the Technical Assistance and Advisory Services to the Philippine National Police Training Service Regional Special training Unit 6.
In particular, CPU will assist the PNP Training Service RSTU6 in improving their pedagogy and digitization of training modules. Furthermore, CPU is expected “to provide resource persons – experts in the field of pedagogy and digitization of modules and evaluation tools from the College of Education, Graduate School and College of Computer Studies; to conduct pre-test and post-test to the trainees; and to design a training program specifically to enhance the delivery of the training modules.”
The signing ceremony was held virtually wherein CPU was represented by Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, University President; Dr. Irving Domingo L. Rio, Vice President for Academic Affairs; Engr. Levi De Los Santos, Jr., Director, Community Engagement and Service-Learning Center; Dr. Merle Junsay, Dean, College of Education; Prof. Ma. Christina A. Quijano, Dean, College of Computer Studies; and Dr. Raquel L. Polec-eo, Director, CPU Guidance Services Center. On the other hand, PCol. Jonathan Pineda, and Advisory Councils, Alan Clyde Galan, Engr. Jeru Samilo and Lalaine Ismael represented RSTU6.
Dr. Robles, in his message, is delighted “to be able to provide this necessary services, and that the Advisory Council has endorsed CPU.” He added, “Exemplary Christian Education for life is our vision, and in whatever we do, whether it is the training or education of our students or for any entity that will seek our assistance, our personnel are always happy to provide excellent quality education and in this case, whatever training assistance we can provide to the PNP.”
As a university dedicated to carry out its programs, CPU lives up its mission and vision statement through partnerships, fellowship, and cooperation such as this recent undertaking.
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CPU Website is Rank No. 1 in Western Visayas for the year 2021.
The CPU Website placed 1st in uniRank’s 2021 Western Visayas Ranking and League Tables as the year 2021 ended. https://cpu.edu.ph also placed No. 16 among private schools in the country and No. 24 in the overall country ranking. It is notable that only one educational institution from Region VI entered the Top 30. The next school from the Western Visayas is the University of the Philippines-Visayas which is rank No. 34.
In uniRank’s latest regional ranking, CPU bested the University of the Philippines-Visayas, West Visayas State University, University of St. La Salle, and the University of San Agustin which placed second, third, fourth and fifth respectively.
According to its website (https://www.4icu.org/about/index.htm#ranking): The aim of the uniRank University RankingTM is to provide an approximate global ranking of world universities and colleges based upon their web presence and popularity in terms of estimated traffic, trust/authority, and quality link popularity. This is especially intended to help international students and academic staff to understand how popular a specific higher education institution is in a foreign country.
CPU’s ranking is credited to the internet activity of its students, alumni, faculty, and staff. Let us continue to visit our website and read the latest news, announcements and memos. The online enrollment can also be found there as well the phone and email directory of the departments and colleges. You may also read the FAQ to answer your queries.
The CPU website is managed by the Office of Communications.
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CPU releases incentives to stewards of CPU-CPBC Chicken Dispersal Project.
Pastor Malicia receives a native chicken as his prize from Dean Dr. James Cabarles.
As a reward for their hard work and productivity, Central Philippine University gave out Seventy-Five Thousand Pesos worth of native chicken and feeds to the two (2) most successful stewards of CPU-CPBC Chicken Dispersal Project namely Pastor Mirvin Cañete and Pastor Elizardo Malicia. They received their respective prizes from CPU on January 2, 2022.
With the goal of helping the Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches (CPBC), Inc. pastors with their livelihood projects; augmenting their meager income; and providing livelihood projects for their church members, Chicken Dispersal Project is a partnership between CPU and CPBC that started last December 2020 with 15 pastors receiving eight (8) chickens and two (2) roosters each. In this project, according to CPBC General Secretary Rev. Dr. Jerson B. Narciso, “the recipient who can produce more out of what they had received will be privileged to get incentives (additional chicken and feeds) from CPU.”
After a year from its implementation, Pastors Cañete and Malicia have the highest number of chickens. They had even given extra heads to their fellow pastors to raise it independently. Hence, the 60 heads of breeder stocks were given to the winners. It was added with six sacks of CPU Feeds. The remaining awards in the form of CPU Feeds will be given staggered. It is to ensure that the requirement of native chicken breeders for supplemental rations will be enough until they start to lay eggs.
The CPU-CPBC Chicken Dispersal Project is a continuing project for CPBC pastors and churches. The convention hopes that through this livelihood project, “we would be able to assist our pastors with their economic needs.”
Native chicken, as the specific subject of this project, “is easy to take care of compared to other farm animals. The production is faster due to the monthly production of eggs and chicks. The source of income can be eggs, chicks, and marketable chickens,” said Dr. Jaime C. Cabarles, Jr., CPU College of Agriculture, Resources, and Environmental Sciences.
Meanwhile, on a Facebook post, Rev. Dr. Narciso expressed his gratitude to University President Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, and Dean Cabarles for supporting this endeavor.
CPU, through Rev. Francis Neil G. Jalando–on, author of Core Values of Central Philippine University, defines stewardship as “the proper and responsible management of life, position, possession, and other resources entrusted by God to man. This includes service, accountability, culture, and outreach.” Thus, CPU will continue to uphold projects such as this by recognition and aid.
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Iloilo Sangguniang Panlalawigan commends Central Philippine University.
SP Member Matt P. Palabrica handed over the Commendation to CPU President Dr. Teodoro C. Robles at the Admin Conference Room.
The Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Iloilo Province passed Resolution No. 2021-647, congratulating and commending Central Philippine University (CPU) “which again brought pride and honor to the province of Iloilo by making it for the second consecutive year to the list of Asia’s Best Higher Education Institutions based on the latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings (Asia 2022).”
The Resolution was sponsored by Centralian Sanggunian Panlalawigan Member Hon. Matt P. Palabrica (3rd District, Iloilo) a former Bingawan Municipal Mayor. Furthermore, the Resolution stated that “The recognition given to CPU is a manifestation of its strong foundation for education and continued pursuit of academic excellence through the years. CPU has time and again proven that it is one of the Best Educational Institutions not only in the Philippines, but also in the Asia Pacific Region.”
The said Resolution was approved by the Sangguniang Panlalawigan on November 16, 2021. It was given to CPU President, Dr. Teodoro C. Robles last January 4, 2022 by Hon. Matt P. Palabrica at the Admin Conference Room, Dr. Rex D. Drilon Hall.
World University Rankings is an annual publication of University rankings and is a leading provider of Global Higher Education services, insights and analytics; one of the world’s independent sources of global intelligence in the higher education sector.
The annual publication comprises global subjects alongside tables such as ASIA, Latin America, Europe, Central Asia and the Arab Region. This year’s QS Asian University Rankings featured 687 Schools Worldwide. CPU earned a place in the 651 bracket and is among the 15 best Philippine Universities. It is notable that CPU is the only university from Western Visayas in the ranking.
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CPU Professors receive World Excellence Awards from International Internship University.
Two faculty members of CPU College of Education, Dr. Necil C. Magno and Dr. Mar Rafael Ambos, received World Excellence Awards from the International Internship University. The awarding ceremony was held at the World Summit in Education and Awards Night on December 30, 2021 at 7:00PM (Phil Time) on a digital platform.
Dr. Ambos who previously received several Global Leaders and Educator Awards from International Educational Organizations was awarded anew with two World Excellence Awards in Education as Outstanding Achiever of the Year and as Outstanding College Professor from the International Internship University.
On the other hand, Dr. Necil C. Magno was awarded with three World Excellence Awards from the International Internship University namely: World Excellence Award in Performing Arts as Outstanding Choreographer; Word Excellence Award in Education as Outstanding Professor, and as an Outstanding Author. Magno is a recipient of FAFQ Grant-in-Aid Scholarship of Queensland, Australia.
The theme of the event “Globally Competitive and Resilient in a Changing World” highlights the credibility of excellent performance- of Professors Magno and Ambos, and underlines the excellent quality of learning at Central Philippine University. To God be the glory!
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Project ETC partners with CPU CELSP for typhoon victims in San Joaquin.
CPU Project ETC distributed sacks of rice to families affected by typhoon Odette in San Joaquin, Iloilo.
Before the year 2021 ended, Typhoon Odette passed through the Visayas and Mindanao bringing disaster along the way. Iloilo’s coastal municipalities were greatly affected. The municipality of San Joaquin was not spared. People whose houses were destroyed also ran out of food and other necessities. Rice among others, was very important for the hungry victims of calamity.
CPU Project ETC (Changing lives through Education, Technology and Community), a civic organization founded by devout benefactors, Centralian Ann and husband Loy Seisa – with their children Tristan and Andrea, organized an urgent assistance drive with the CPU Community Engagement and Service Learning Program.
On December 21, 2021, the assistance drive initiated a distribution of half-sack of rice per family to a total of 63 typhoon affected families in Sitio Magurampao, Brgy. Cata-an, San Joaquin Iloilo. Other donors and participants in the rice distribution were Mr. Nico Catedrilla, nephew of Ann (BSN Class 1977), Mrs. Joan Castor – CPU Project ETC Logistics Coordinator Dr. Levi Delos Santos – CPU Community Engagement and Service Learning Program Director and Ms. Myrna Luceño – Committee member of CPU Project ETC.
Other beneficial programs of Project ETC is providing greater opportunities to school children in developing areas and their families through its core values of education, technology and community. Project ETC believes that education is one of the greatest tools for positive change in children and communities. Its founders are generous advocates of technology and respond to its need in expanding to other areas of the world. ETC’s humanitarian goals would not be achieved without the support of the community. It also aims for a positive relationship with community leaders, parents, and school officials in order to understand their exact needs and make resolutions together.
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CPU and CPU Board Topnotchers receive Mayor’s Citation awards.
The Centralian awardees proudly received their Citations from the City Mayor.
Iloilo City Mayor Jerry P. Treñas awarded Central Philippine University with a Mayor’s Citation for being the only university from Western Visayas ranked by Quacquarelli Symonds as one of the best universities for the Philippines and Asia for 2022.
The special citation reads: “Such distinction is a clear reflection of the University’s commitment as an academic institution providing exemplary Christian Education. This citation attests to the integrity of the university as a hub of excellence in the field of academia, advanced learning, and allied studies. This international recognition puts Iloilo City and the country in the map of world-class and higher quality education.”
The awarding ceremony was held at the City Mayors Office on the 7th Floor of Iloilo City Hall on December 10, 2021. The award was received by Dr. Anna May Zerrudo and Prof. Sharlene G. Gotico in behalf of CPU.
Treñas also awarded the Mayor’s Citation certificates with cash awards to the following CPU Board Topnotchers- for the October 2021 Chemical Technician Licensure Exam: Ivan Jan Pamplona -2nd Placer, Renan Panes Bilan -3rd Placer, Rowell Serac Lamason – 8th Placer, Ernest Troy Bascoguin Saquibal -8th Placer, Aira Rose Patnugot Panadero -10th Placer and for the August 2021 Social Worker Licensure Exam: Talitha Charis Frondoza Narido (8thPlacer).
Mayor Treñas congratulated the Topnotchers, commenting that “Centralians are reaping the awards.” He expressed appreciation for the quality education at Central Philippine University.
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CPU Graduate School students receive SIKAP scholarship grants from CHED.
Successful CHED-SIKAP Scholars enjoy a moment at a mall in Jaro, Iloilo City before going back to their respective provinces.
The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) awarded six CPU Graduate School students with Scholarship for Instructors and Staff Knowledge Assistance Program (SIKAP) grants for the next semester. The CHED-SIKAP scholarship program provides opportunities to deserving teachers of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in the country. Financial assistance is also provided with the SIKAP grant.
Stephinejane E. Musico, the former Program Chair in BS Tourism Management in Surigao State College of Technology and one of the CHED-SIKAP Scholars, said that “CPU was the only school to respond to my application thru their online portal. I love to be a part of CPU.”
The other recipients: Fernando C. Bagay, Joylen D. Aguilar, Ivy Grace T. Quilantang, Darwin V. Mendoza, and Pearl Joy Lopez, did their best to qualify for the grant. They expressed enthusiasm in pursuing their Doctoral degrees with the CHED-SIKAP Scholarship and the idea of getting a Doctoral degree in one of the country’s best Universities.
Some of these SIKAP scholars are products of other schools and universities like Surigao State College of Technology, Surigao City; University of the Philippines-Miag-ao Campus, and ISAT University in Iloilo.
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CPU employees receive Christmas gift packs.
University employees received their gifts from the university.
The University employees were informed through Memo No. 112 that the University is giving out gift packs from December 14 to 17, 2021. Aside from the gifts from the University, gift packs from the former Board of Trustees Chairman Dr. Alfonso A. Uy were also given out.
On the first day of the distribution, the CPU RAFLU-FFW (staff employees union) led by its President Victoria G. Bellosilio also held its gift-giving activity. The distribution was held at the CPU Grandstand from 10 AM to 12NN and from 1 PM to 4 PM. The employees received not one but three gift packs each. Apart from the gift-giving, there was a raffle draw for rice (25-kilo pack each).
Gift-giving is a value we have grown with. It is a reconfirmation of our relationship with one another. Generally, it is a conscious alternative to share our love with others through gifts.
One human side of it reveals that we need to appreciate people who are serving, loving, or helping us – one way or the other; and show them that we care. We also need to think about the needs of others. Above all else, love for one another. The family is foremost among recipients of our Christmas gifts.
We would like to thank our University President Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, former Board of Trustees Chairman Dr. Alfonso A. Uy, the Vice Presidents, Unit Heads, and organizers for your donations and support.
Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year! May God Bless You!
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The Martyr’s Antiphony by Dr. Francis Howard Rose.
Rev. Dr. Francis Howard Rose was the epitome of the Central Spirit.
In June 1945, for the first time, the story of the Hopevale Martyrdom was published through a booklet entitled “Through Shining Archway.” This 55-page booklet was edited by Dr. Jesse Wilson and was sold at 25 cents by the Roger Williams Press, 3734 Payne Ave., Cleveland 14, Ohio. This memorial booklet included the biographies of each 11 missionaries and one child.
Because of the inspiration brought about by the stories of the Hopevale Martyrs who were captured on December 19, 1943, and were executed the next day, a lot of people began to research about their life and ministry. In 1946, the American Baptist Foreign Mission Society, New York, published the poem of Dr. Francis Howard Rose. This was written in 1931 and one can see the commitment and passion of Dr. Rose in the mission work. When he wrote it, he probably had no inkling that he would become a martyr. But in every line in this poem, you can read the readiness to become a martyr.
According to the Council on Finance and Promotion of the Northern Baptist Convention for the American Baptist Foreign Mission Society and Woman’s American Baptist Foreign Mission Society, “the words of the Martyr’s Antiphony have been adapted by Mrs. H. Hurley Baird to be sung to the Schumann music used for “Lord, Speak To Me” (Canonbury L.M.). Mrs. Baird of Newark, New Jersey, is a member of the Board of Managers of the Woman’s American Baptist Foreign Mission Society. The adaptation uses four of the original eight stanzas and is now a hymn rather than an echo response. It is hoped that this martyr/s hymn will be widely used in conferences, house parties, and church services.”
Here is the poem that was written by Dr. Rose in its entirety:
THE MARTYR’S ANTIPHONY
Christ Died For Us – We Die For Christ
By Rev. Dr. Francis Howard Rose
All human progress up to God
Has stained the stairs of time with blood;
For every gain for Christendom,
Is bought by someone’ martyrdom,
Not ours alone, Nor man’s alone.
In furnace fire, a faithful three,
Though bound in chains, in spirit free
And walked with them through livid heat.
A king’s defeat! A king’s defeat!
On seething sea, in darkest night,
The ship-wrecked saw a Walking Light
Defying wave and wind and deep,
He put the wind and wave to sleep.
Ah! He will keep! Ah! He will keep!
With tend’rest touch He heals our ills,
And from His well of life He fills
With living water, strength divine,
Each thirsting branch of this His vine;
For He is mine, And He is mine.
For us He poured the crimson cup,
And bade us take and drink it up.
Himself He poured to set us free.
Help us, O Christ, though few we be,
To drink with Thee: To drink life’s cup with Thee.
Nor did He yet forget to pray
While midnight drifted toward the day.
Then from prayer with spirit power
To meet His zero hour: His zero hour.
Ten thousand saints come thronging home,
From lion’s den and catacomb;
The fire and sword and beasts defied;
For Christ, their king, they testified
And gladly died: They gladly died.
With eye of faith we see today
That cross-led column wind its way
Up life’s repeated calvary.
Borne up by super-human powers,
We rise to take the hill with ours,
O Christ, we follow Thee! We follow Thee!
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CPU, CPBC celebrates the 78th Hopevale Memorial.
The group had a pit stop at Banate Baptist Church before going to Camp Higher Ground.
On December 20, 2021, Central Philippine University and the Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches co-hosted the 78th memorial celebration of the Hopevale Martyrdom at Camp Higher Ground, Barotac Viejo.
As part of the celebration, 32 bikers, who are mostly Centralians and members of churches of the Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches, biked from the campus of Central Philippine University to Camp Higher Ground. The group passed by Dumangas Baptist Church where they were treated by a breakfast of native delicacies and welcomed by the church officers. The next pit stop was Banate Baptist Church where once again they were given some pizza and buko juice. The bikers arrived by 10:30 am after more than 70 kilometers of biking.
During the Worship Service, the assembled group remembered what happened 78 years ago on December 20, 1943. 11 American Baptist missionaries and one boy were martyred in the hills of Tapaz, Capiz. They were beheaded and burned by the Japanese soldiers who captured them a day before. They were most probably preparing for their Christmas celebration as this could have been their second Christmas since they evacuated in 1942. But they were not able to celebrate Christmas that year.
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Joan Cataluña Sabran Castor: A Board Passer’s story of success.
Centralian Joan Cataluña Sabran Castor: September 2021 LET Board Passer.
Due to some difficult circumstances, Joan Cataluña Sabran became a self-supporting student since her elementary up to college. She struggled and did her best to become successful. She eventually realized her dream and passed the September 2021 Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET).
The following, as told by Joan, is a true story of sacrifice, perseverance, and determination to succeed; a reality that many work students of today with the same situations and experiences may follow.
Joan came from a fragmented family and was not living with her biological parents when she was still a baby. She was adopted by her aunt and uncle that’s why her last name became Sabran. Later on, with her marriage, her family name became Castor. She grew up with her Lola (grandmother) who took care of her and helped her to study in a public elementary school.
“I worked in the farm to help Lola in harvesting rice. She recalled in Ilonggo, “Pang garab lang humay (rice stalks), amon pangitan-an ni Lola sang una, para makakaon.” (That was our only source of income so that we can eat). Joan started as a working student since grade 5. I served other people at their homes – working as a kabulig (helper) to be able to buy my needs in school projects and daily allowance.” “I graduated from the Mambiranan Elementary School in Calinog, Iloilo.”
“I pursued my secondary education, again, by being a working student at Leganes National High School. I graduated With Honors and was the Model Girl of the Year Awardee,” she recalled.
Joan is thankful to Central Philippine University for the opportunity to study in college through its Work-Study program. She was qualified and became a dedicated work student. She graduated from CPU in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science in Health Fitness and Lifestyle Management degree – under the College of Medicine. She was a recipient of the God’s Grace Program since her first year in college and was awarded as an OUTSTANDING WORK STUDENT during the college honors and awards in the same year.
During her time in college, she recalls, “I was a working student assigned to the Weston Hall Ladies Dormitory and Dining Hall under the Services Laboratory Assistance Group. I was reassigned to the Janitorial Student Assistance Office so that I can balance my work and the On-the-Job Training requirement during my 4th year.”
She added that “Since there was no financial support for me at that time, I volunteered my services to the tenants at the Weston Hall dormitory. I washed their clothes, do errands for them; I served coffee, and snacks during my vacant periods. Life was difficult or so I thought, but my optimism and belief in God encouraged me to work hard even more.”
“As a challenge, I ran for a position of a Board Member in the College of Medicine as part of the Reform Party in the CPUR elections, and I won!”, she said.
Joan was hired as a Secretary of the Office of the University President on a job order basis from July 1 to December 15, 2017, and on probation from December 16, 2017 until June 16, 2018. She later became a regular CPU employee after some time. “Thank you so much to University President Dr. Teodoro C. Robles for the job,” she said.
Joan was appointed Logistics Coordinator under the CPU Project ETC in June 2019 until this time. Joan also enrolled in the Diploma in Teaching program of the University (2018-2019).
“I was scheduled to take the Licensure Examination for Teachers in March 2020 but was postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Finally, I took the exam on September 26, 2021 as scheduled.” Joan passed the LET Board Exam.
“It was a roller coaster ride before that since I stopped reviewing for the LET last year March 2020 upon knowing the postponement. I was almost losing hope for the LET exam to finally push through.” She added, “I stopped my review and did not open my notes anymore until August this year. Last June 2021, I was hospitalized, and I thought I won’t survive.” Her blood pressure was at (50/0). “This is my second life now. I had to realize the purpose of this God-given life,” Joan reflected.
“I prayed hard as I was about to take the exam. I asked God to give me wisdom so I can make it to the list of the LET board passers. God sustained me. I passed the Exam! Praise the Lord!
God is always there despite the challenges in my life. I was strengthened by those challenges.” “I would always remember our work student motto, “Labor is Honor”, Joan added. She shared a favorite verse from Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Joan was recently married to Mr. Rene Castor Jr.
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PRC certifies Centralian Iñigo D. Garingalao as Professional Agriculturist.
Iñigo D. Garingalao is officially appointed as Iloilo City Agriculturist.
Iloilo City anti-smoking czar, Centralian Iñigo D. Garingalao is a certified Professional Agriculturist by the Professional Regulatory Board of Agriculture (Board) – of the Professional Regulatory Commission (PRC).
Upon evaluation of the requirement in support of his ‘Application for Registration without Examination as Agriculturist’, it was found that Garingalao have met all the qualifications set forth by the Board. Garingalao will receive along with 6 other approved applicants a Certificate of Registration and Professional Identification Card – to be given after his Oath- Taking on December 23, 2021
Garingalao is a graduate of BS in Agricultural Engineering from Central Philippine University in 1985. He has considerable experience in agriculture with Jardine Agchem Corporation. While being Iloilo City’s Anti-Smoking Director, Garingalao was appointed by Iloilo City Mayor Jerry P. Treñas as Officer- In- Charge of Iloilo City Agriculture Office on November 11, 2020 to the present.
In an interview, Garingalao discussed his plans to help city farmers with agri-tourism, fisheries and projects allied to the City government’s USWAG program. He also proposed linkages in agricultural education, with institutions like Central Philippine University and the Department of Agriculture.
“My office will assist local businessmen and farm producers.” Garingalao said.
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