Previous CPU President, Dr. Juanito M. Acanto together with Present CPU President, Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, Chairman CPU Board of Trustees, Atty. Von Lovel D. Bedona together with the members of the CPU Board of Trustees.
On September 30, 2017, CPU Alumni from different parts of the country and abroad, once again gathered at Rose Memorial Auditorium to reminisce the past, enjoy the moment, and plan for the future. The gathering is meaningful every year as every Centralian anticipates to meet with an old pal, an old classmate, or even an old soul mate from his/her campus days.
This year’s theme is “Centralians Sharing 3T’s (Time, Talent and Treasure) for One CPU at 112”.
Past CPU President Dr. Agustin A. Pulido, his wife, Dorothy Pulido and CPU Vice President for Student Affairs, Rev. Joniel Howard H. Gico.
Dr. Teodoro C. Robles together with the CPU Alumni Association Inc. President, Mr. Dan Dorillo and members.
CPU High School Batch 1972 reunites after 45 years.
Good to be back – the alumni of the CPU College of Nursing rekindles their Centralian bond with batchmates.
The Alumni Homecoming celebration started at 8:30 AM and everyone was seated with their Alumni chapters, classes, or batches. Meeting, greeting and updating one another became more enjoyable because of the tasty pamahaw served: coffee with native delicacies such as suman latik, puto bumbong, and ibus.
The invocation was delivered through a song by Ms. Katchry S. Golbin, a Centralian France Got Talent winner. The meditation followed, led by the College of Theology and the University Church. The National Anthem and the Alma Mater songs were conducted by Ms. Crista S. Huyong. The CPU Symphonic Band took part in the celebration by playing for a special dance production number of the CPU Sari-Saot Dance Troupe.
Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, CPU President, delivered his welcome remarks and announced that there would be a global reunion of Centralians in Chicago in 2018, and a grand global reunion on the campus on February 2020.
The alumni were then delighted to a surprise duet from Ms. Golbin and Iloilo City Councilor and CPUAII member of the Board of Trustees Atty. Joshua Alim. Then the Alumni Roll Call began as the CPUAAI Corporate Secretary Engr. Rey L. Balogo read the list of Alumni present; the recognition of Centralian Achievers followed afterwards.
During the second part of the program, the Alumni Fellowship, Engr. Vitini O. Idemne and Ms. Crista S. Huyong led the Central Songs Challenge—Sing that Central Song! There were fun and games, snacks, and a lot of door prizes raffled off.
At 11 AM, the business meeting was called to order. Atty. Noel C. Siosan, Jr., 2016 CPUAAI Corporate Auditor, read the minutes of the previous business meeting for approval. It was followed by the reading of the President’s report by CPUAAI President Mr. Dan Dorillo. Dr. Robles updated the Alumni and thanked the benefactors and donors of Central Philippine University during “The CPU President’s Time.” Mrs. Flora Grace Cudiamat, CPUFOAA President, also gave an update about the activities of the CPUFOAA, and promoted the upcoming Global Reunion 2018 in Chicago through a video.
A hearty lunch was then served by the College of Hospitality Management. After which, the Jubilarians were acknowledged on stage. The awards were next given to the winners: major door prizes were raffled before the program ended at 3:00 PM. Rev. Roger T. Quimpo, Associate Pastor, led the closing prayer and benediction.
In the CPUAAI election for the five members of the CPUAAI Board of Trustees, the following were selected: Engr. Vitini Edhard Idemne, Atty. Joshua Alim, Rev. Francis Neil G. Jalando-on, Atty. Noel Siosan, Jr., and Atty. Alejandro Somo.
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