CPUAA of Northeastern USA donates anew for the CPU Table Tennis Team

Rev. Manuel “Mawe” Dela Fuente hands over $200-worth of Ping-pong balls to Rev. F.Neil G. Jalando-on, Coach of the CPU College Table Tennis Team. The balls are donated by the CPUAA of Northeastern USA Chapter.

The CPU Alumni Association of Northeastern USA donated $200 worth of table tennis balls to the CPU College Table Tennis Team. The chapter, represented by their Chaplain, Rev. Manuel “Mawe” Dela Fuente, turned over Donic and Gewo table tennis balls to the varsity team Coach, Rev. Francis Neil G. Jalando-on. It can be recalled that the same chapter also donated three Joola World Cup 25 table tennis tables worth $1,000 each last October 2016. The President of the chapter is Rev. Felix Colinco.

The “reverends” have been in contact with each other on how to support the sports programs of the university. They also dream of having a world-class table tennis center in the campus. Table tennis is close to the heart of Rev. Mawe because he has been playing this sport since his CPU High School days, during his college days, and even now in New Jersey where he pastors a church. It was during his time as CPUR President when the University Student Center was re-opened after the Martial Law was lifted.

The Northeastern USA chapter is also headed by Mr. Jonathan Gapilango as the Vice President and Dr. Eby Banas as their Adviser.

*The Table Tennis tables donated by the CPUAA of Northeastern USA Chapter were used during the U-Day 2017 Table Tennis Tournament at the University Student Center.*

Coach Neil is grateful that an alumni chapter is supporting the table tennis teams of the university. In the recently concluded ISSA (Iloilo Schools Sports Association) games, the Elementary Boys’ Team, High School Boys’ and Girls’ Team, and College Women’s Team won the championship. In the last seven years, the College Women’s Team has reached the National PRISAA (Private Schools Athletic Association) games and has won championships. The High School Boys’ Team has been to the Palarong Pambansa and has won many times. The rest of the teams have reached up to regional levels, and some members were picked up by opposing teams and have reached national levels also. The coach of the Elementary and High School Teams is Mr. Simplicio “Jun” Gayoso.

The chapter, in its talks with the CPUAAI (CPU Alumni Association, Inc.), is looking into improving the lawn tennis facility, which they have likewise funded many years ago.

Judging from experience

*Centralian Judge Delariarte (center) with CPUAAI President Dan Dorillo (right), and Media Relations Officer Cyrus Natividad.*

Judge Ramon Delariarte finished his pre-law at Central Philippine University in 1959 and up to second year in Law proper in 1963. He practiced law from 1964 up to 2002, when he became a judge in Bacolod City. He was a member of the Order of Kalantiao of CPU in 1960, and President of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines, Negros Chapter in 1996. He retired from service in 2007.

While practicing law in Iloilo, he was with the group of Demy Sonza, an Iloilo Province Board Member, who brought him to join the Students of Rizal and the Graciano Lopez Jaena Foundation.

The retired judge was glad to be invited to the Bacolod Pavillon Hotel for the Grand Alumni Homecoming by the CPU College of Agriculture Alumni Association. Grateful for and delighted by the honor accorded to him, Delariarte brought back stories of his stint as a work student in CPU, way back in the late 50’s and 60’s. He told his story of how a Centralian work student who labored as a CPU janitor worked his way up to become a successful lawyer and judge.

Judge Delariarte is married to Hermelina Divinagracia from Dumangas, Iloilo, with whom he has four professional children. They reside in Bacolod City.

Garingo: A Story of Faith and Passion

*Gershon shares that it is our faith in God that makes us live life excellently.*

Faith and passion—A Centralian in Abu Dhabi is making a name for himself, and is making his Alma Mater proud in the process.

Last July 2017, Gershon Loyd Garingo was the “Be a Star” awardee given by the Abu Dhabi National Hotel in New York University, Abu Dhabi. The Banquets and Catering Department describes him as “very consistent in his work. He is always willing to help and assist other departments to ensure not only his objectives are met, but theirs too! He always considers the safety of others and always ensures that his work is done well with passion.”

Gershon graduated from CPU High School, Class 2007 and was a member of CPU Table Tennis Varsity Team. He also finished his BS in Hotel and Restaurant Management in 2011. To find better opportunities, and also travel to other places, he applied for work in Abu Dhabi. His prayers were answered when he found a job in line with his course. Since 2014, he has been working in the Abu Dhabi National Hotel. He also volunteers as a Staff Ambassador of the Office of Social Responsibility of the New York University, Abu Dhabi and the Abu Dhabi National Hotel.

He is grateful that CPU instilled in him the importance of not just excelling in his academics, but more so, focusing on the spiritual aspect of his life. He believes that the Christian education that he received from CPU is one of the most important things in his life because it has eternal value.

In receiving commendation from his workplace that emphasized his willingness to help, he fondly remembers that kindness is one of the many values that he had learned from his Alma Mater. He said that when one is kind, it creates a positive impact on the people around that person.

What advise can Gershon Loyd Garingo give to Centralians who want to work abroad? He said, “Just continue to love your work and inspire people around you.” His life verse is Psalm 34:10,

“The lions may grow weak and hungry, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing.”

May the life of Gershon continue to inspire people to hold on to their faith in God, and to be passionate in everything that they do.

A Pocket Guide to Ballot Appreciation

*Comelec Director Dennis Ausan holds a copy of his book.*

Centralian Dennis Ausan, a lawyer, holds a Career Service Executive Eligibility (CSEE), and Director of Commission on Elections, Region 6, has published his third legal reference book: A Pocket Guide to Ballot Appreciation. The book was intended for election workers, COMELEC officers, teachers and legal circles (i.e. judges, lawyers, and law students). Because of the demand for Director Ausan to answer conflict situations, cases after elections, and poll protests, he formulated a solution which he made available for everyone through the publication of the guide book. The pocket guide was printed out of his desire to help his people in the COMELEC offices in Region 6, Ausan admitted.

His other published works, Compendium on Pre-Proclamation Controversies and Compendium on Election Laws, have been very helpful to COMELEC offices and legal practitioners.

The COMELEC Director is a graduate of Political Science Batch 1984 at CPU College of Arts and Sciences and a CPU Alumni Awardee for Government Service. He finished Law at the University of San Agustin, Iloilo City. He is a brother of Atty. Leo Tito Ausan Jr., Deputy Consul General of Vancouver, Canada. Ausan is married to another government official, Mrs. Mara M. Ausan. Mrs. Ausan is the Deputy Register of Deeds of Iloilo City and the Acting Register of Deeds of the Province of Guimaras. His daughter Kaye Therese is a fourth year student taking up Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Major in Management with specialization in Business Analytics at the University of Asia and the Pacific; his son Ken Justin is in Grade 10 at Ateneo de Iloilo.

“An Evening with Mayor Bing”

Hon. Evelio “Bing” Leonardia, Mayor, City of Bacolod (center) with Roberto “Francis” R. Jalando-on, CPUCA Alumni Negros Chapter President, Dir. Larry Nacionales, President of the CPU College of Agriculture Alumni Association, alumni and guests at the Bacolod Pavillon Hotel.

University President Dr. Teodoro C. Robles with wife Angel led other Centralians on a trip to Bacolod City in support of the CPU College of Agriculture Alumni Association’s Grand Alumni Homecoming celebration. They brought with them CPU’s best—the CPU Handbell Ringers, the CPU Sari-Saot Dance Troupe, the U-Day Champion Barbershop Quartet, and Ms. Katchry S. Golbin, CPU AB English, Class 2016 and 3^rd place winner of France Got Talent to perform at the Pavillon on October 20 in an affair dubbed “An Evening with Mayor Bing.”

*The CPU Handbell Ringers was led by Dr. Mai Lynn Bermejo Jacar.*

*Atty. Renecito S. Novero, Bacolod City Councilor welcomed alumni and guests to the City of Smiles.*

*CPU Men+s Quartet U-Day Champions endeared alumni and guest with their musical number.*

*Katchry S. Golbin serenaded alumni and guests during the cultural night.*

*Mr. Dan P. Dorillo, CPUAAI President thanked the alumni for their presence in the reunion.*

Aside from the CPU President, CPU Alumni Association President, Dan Dorillo and Vice President Isagani Jalbuena were also present along with the CPUAAI Board of Trustees. Also in attendance were CPUCA Alumni Association President, Larry Nacionales and other CPUCA Alumni Association officers. There were more than 60 delegates and personnel who came from CPU. Important attendees from Bacolod included Centralian Renecito Novero, a Bacolod City Councilor, who delivered a message on behalf of the Mayor and CPUCAAA Negros Chapter President Roberto Jalando-on, Jr. and officers. Centralian Judge Ramon Delariarte also made an appearance. All in all there were more than 300 Centralians and guests who attended the Cultural Night.

Dinner, courtesy of the City Government of Bacolod, was enjoyed by everyone as the celebration continued with the thrill of Bacolod’s famous Masskara Festival 2017. The Grand Alumni celebration of the CPUCAAA was, in fact, included in the line-up of events for the Masskara Festival.

When Mayor Bing Leonardia arrived a little while later, he was all praises for the Central Spirit. He made mention of some relatives excelling in their studies at Central Philippine University. A picture taking with Mayor Bing followed as he invited everyone to join the celebration of the Masskara Festival.

Congratulations to the winners of the 15th CPU Alumni Invitation Golf Tournament and 18th All CPU Gold Tournament last October 7, 2017 at the Iloilo Golf and Country Club, Sta. Barbara Golf, Iloilo.

*(L-R) Tina Hortelano, Melvin De Leon, Isagani Jalbuena, Pres. Ted Robles, Oscar Lasangue, Carl de la Peña, Steve Jardeleza, & Virgio Braga.*

Congratulations to the winners of the 15th CPU Alumni Invitation Golf Tournament and 18^th All CPU Gold Tournament last October 7, 2017 at the Iloilo Golf and Country Club, Sta. Barbara Golf, Iloilo.

Results:

Class A

Champion – Pablo Alonzo Jr. – 35 (countback)

1st runner-up – Ian Rosales – 35

Class B

Champion – Steve Jardeleza – 43

1st runner-up – Kim Sung Jun – 42

Class C

Champion – Gerard Camina – 39

1st runner-up – Dong Sarabia – 36

Seniors

Champion – Mulong Tan – 43

1st runner-up – Glenn Catedral – 42

Ladies

Champion – Choi Me Ae – 43

1st runner up – Ann Cho – 38

All Centralian

Champion – Steve Jardeleza – 43

1st runner-up – Glenn Catedral – 42

2nd runner-up – Oca Lasangue – 39

*Dr. Ted Robles receives a Certificate of Appreciation as Co-Presenror of the Tournament.*

Leonardo “Onat” Magno: Of faith and determination

*Leonardo “Onat” Magno life is a testimony of hope and perseverance.*

At the height of his career in the Philippine National Police in the late 90s, for then Police Chief Superintendent and now Rev. Leonardo Catedral Magno, working with the government was a great privilege and an opportunity to spread the Centralian legacy of hard work and faith.

As Squadron Commander of the 601^st Liaison Squadron and later of the 801^st Aviation Security Squadron, Captain Magno held powerful positions in military operations. Then as Director of Philippine National Police Aviation Security Group, he wielded influence within the scope of Air Transportation and Business within the International Airport Operation.

Magno studied at CPU from Kindergarten, Elementary, High School, and finished his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering in 1968. Magno recalled his humble beginnings as a work student at Central Philippine University. He recalled his struggles and expectations, wishes and faith, as he worked forward into a better future. He had only God to depend on.

“You know that when you are at the peak of success, sometimes you look back with mixed emotions,” Magno recounted. “And when you come back to the present, what comes next is the validity of your success.” He later became a member of the CPU Corporation and a member of the CPU Board of Trustees.

He also recalled an emotional moment when Mr. Mariano Caipang was at the VIP Lounge of the Manila International Airport (MIA). He was making his rounds of the facilities when he passed by Mr. Caipang. The University Treasurer during his elementary days hugged him with great admiration. It was a wonderful reunion between them especially when they recalled a specific event during his elementary days. “Onat” was in the elementary grade at CPU when he begged Mr. Caipang to allow him to take the exams as his parents were not be able to pay the tuition fees. Out of compassion for Onat, Mr. Caipang signed the promissory note so that Onat could take the exams.

In that chance meeting at the MIA VIP Lounge, Onat saw tears fall from Mr. Caipang’s eyes—tears of joy, tears of gratitude for God’s kindness for leading Onat to what he has achieved. He held Mr. Caipang for the last time, confident that what they shared was a legacy of faith and determination that Central Philippine University has taught them.

After his retirement from government service, Police Chief Superintendent Leonardo Magno felt God’s calling and became a pastor. He is the resident pastor of Villamor Evangelical Church since 2008.

BSN Ruby Jubilarians donate anew to the College of Nursing Virtual Laboratory Project

CPU President, Dr. Teodoro C. Robles together with Atty. Salex Alibogha, Dean of the College of Nursing and Nancy Grace P. Del Socorro, Marites L. Robleza and Valeri Ruth D. Diesto from CPU BSN Batch 1977.

The College of Nursing Virtual Laboratory Project will possibly start construction in the first quarter of 2018 with the added cash donations from the Nursing Alumni Associations worldwide. This is according to Atty. Salex Alibogha, Dean, CPU College of Nursing.

Two checks of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000) each were received by the University President Dr. Teodoro C. Robles from members of the CPU BSN Ruby Jubilarians Class ’77 and Atty. Salex Alibogha at the Administration Conference Room on October 19, 2017. Class ’77 was represented by the College of Nursing faculty members Nancy Grace P. Del Socorro, Marites L. Robleza, and CPU Elementary Nurse Valeri Ruth D. Diesto.

One of the checks was for the Nursing Faculty Development Fund, and the other check is in addition to the 292,000 pesos that the group handed over previously to Dr. Robles for the project.

The Nursing Virtual Laboratory will provide simulation of various nursing procedures such as IV therapy, parenteral medications, procedures for patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and others. It will be a facility that will have doll simulators, IV virtual laboratory monitors, and camera for other students to watch how procedures are being done while in another room. With this Virtual Laboratory, CPU students will be able to practice their delivery of health care and errors will be minimized on real patients.

College of Agriculture Grand Reunion Kick starts in Bacolod

*The College of Agriculture alumni and guests exchange conversations and smiles during the Grand Alumni Reunion.*

October 20, 2017—Central Philippine University College of Agriculture, Resources and Environmental Sciences alumni from all around the globe gathered in the City of Smiles to celebrate their Alumni Grand Reunion held at the Bacolod Pavillon Hotel, Bacolod City.

Kick starting the reunion was a caravan of 30 cars around Bacolod City starting from the Bacolod Pavillon Hotel to the Bacolod City New Government Center and then back to the hotel. The famous La Carlota City Pasalamat Drum Beaters joined the caravan and performed their mardigras-inspired beat aboard a truck. Afterwards, there was a short opening program where the CPU Agriculture Alumni Association President, Dir. Larry Nacionales welcomed all the participants. He was followed by the Negros Chapter President, Roberto “Francis” R. Jalando-on, Jr. who thanked God for giving a short window of fine weather so that they could have the caravan, and for the Iloilo delegation to cross the seas.

*A favorable weather – the College of Agriculture Alumni enjoyed the sunshine during the caravan, the rain only arrived after the caravan was finished.*

*College of Agriculture Alumni Association Negros Chapter President Mr. Roberto “Francis” Jalando-on, Jr. led the parade.*

*Centralian smiles – College of Agriculture alumni enjoyed sharing conversations about their CPU days and rekindling their Central Spirit.*

College of Agriculture Alumni Association Negros Chapter President Mr. Roberto “Francis” Jalando-on, Jr. together with the prime movers of the CPU AA Negros Chapter, Mr. Goldwyn Nifras and Mr. Edgar Alcazaren.

*Go for green – College of Agriculture alumni wear green for environmental protection and awareness.*

After which, Rev. Francis Neil G. Jalando-on, Director of the CPU Office of Communications led the morning devotional with Rev. Amsil Alubog as speaker. Rev. Alubog emphasized that if we have a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ, we can claim that the Lord is our Light, our salvation and our strength, and as such we will not be afraid to face any challenges in life. Engr. Vitini Idemne was song leader while Pastor Jec Dan Borlado was the instrumentalist.

An exhibit was also opened featuring the products and produce of local farmers and entrepreneurs.

This year’s College of Agriculture Alumni Grand Reunion was spearheaded by the CPU College of Agriculture Alumni Association led by its President Director Larry Nacionales and hosted by the Negros Chapter headed by Mr. Roberto “Francis” Jalando-on, Jr. CPU President, Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, Rev. Joniel Howard H. Gico, CPU Vice President for Student Affairs and the CPU Alumni Association, Inc. President, Mr. Dan Dorillo, and the members of the CPUAAI came over to support the event.

The opening program was a rekindling of the friendships and a reunion of the Central Spirit as the alumni reminisced their days in the university and shared their present joys and testimonies.

CPU College of Commerce alumni take part in Alumni Homecoming

*The BSC Batch 1988 celebrates the shared friendhsip and faith.*

Reunions are a time of reminiscing and rekindling memories that have shaped friendships throughout the years. This year’s CPU Alumni Homecoming, held on September 30, was no exception. Centralians gathered from all throughout the globe and revisited their Alma Mater. Their nostalgia, laughter, and heartfelt gratitude filled Rose Memorial Auditorium.

One of the batches that joined this year’s reunion is the CPU Bachelor of Science in Commerce Batch 1988 headed by its Alumni President, Mrs. Hayley C. Excell. According to her, the Central Spirit is a lasting testimony of the faith and camaraderie of Centralians. “The unity of Centralians is really felt during reunions. There is always love and respect. I’m so happy every time I come home to CPU. I deeply enjoy the company of my fellow alumni, especially my batchmates.”

Now married and living in the UK, Hayley recalls her first visit to CPU, “I was already enrolled in Cebu but then I visited CPU and I really liked the campus and Christian based education that they were offering. I think a lot of people choose CPU because it is faith-centered.” Furthermore, Hayley said that her stay in the university had taught her about perseverance and camaraderie. “Being in the College of Commerce taught me to be dedicated and to be strong willed. With everything I’ve been through, I advise young Centralians to be disciplined not only in their studies but in the way they handle resources, like time and money.”

*Classroom Throwback – Batch 1988 smiles for a picture before the Professor arrives.*

*Ties that bind – the Central Spirit is felt in the friendships molded by Batch 1988.*

*The Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants is a venue for Batch 1988 to engage in extra-curricular activities.*

*Batch 1988 in a group picture in front of the Old Valentine Building.*

The College of Commerce opened in 1935 under the deanship of Ms. Natividad Sitchon. It was formerly called the Junior College of Commerce. Its course offering was Certificate for Associate in Commercial Science with only 20 students.

In 1946, it became a full-fledged College, offering majors in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, and Finance. Its student population steadily grew year by year. In 1966, Dean Sitchon retired and was honored as Dean Emeritus by the Board of Trustees. She was replaced by Acting Dean Othelo de Leon. The college administrative staff was composed of Ms. Serena Luntao, Officer-in-Charge; Dr. Agustin Pulido, Mr. Caezar Traviña, and Isabelo Pedregosa were members of the Administrative Committee for School Year 1974-1975.

Dr. Milagros V. Dignadice became the second dean of the College holding the longest term of office from 1975 to 1996. Under her leadership, the College offered more academic programs: Entrepreneurship, Economics, Finance, Management, Marketing, Accountancy, and Computer Science. In 1987, the College was chosen as one of the five pilot schools in Entrepreneurship in the country. Mr. Bruce Borquist, a missionary to CPU through the Board of International Ministers, made tremendous contribution to the Entrepreneurship program.

The College of Commerce was first accredited in 1981 by the Association of Christian Schools and Colleges Accrediting Agency (ACSC-AA). The College has been responsive to the changes and challenges of business and industry. In effect, it has been reviewing the curricula of the different academic programs and creating linkages with professional organizations, commerce and industry sectors, both public and private.

The college is now known as the CPU College of Business and Accountancy.