The CPU Junior High School during the Opening Parade.Photo Credit: CPUR.
The intramurals for the University Days celebration for 2018 began with a sports parade at 3 PM last September 6, 2018. Athletes of each unit and college in their respective sports uniforms walked around the campus before proceeding to the University Covered Gym.
The opening program started as soon as the college teams settled. The Sari-Saot Dance Troupe delivered the opening prayer through a dance interpretation. It was followed with the Pambansang Awit by the CPU Symphonic Band.
The College of Engineering Titans showcasing a “Wonderman” theme in their parade costume.Photo Credit: CPUR.
Victory shouts filled the gym as names of the colleges and units were called by host Angelo Yulo, CPUR Senator. Each group made a short presentation for the audience. The parade was covered by a drone camera, and the opening program at the gym was featured live on the CPUTV Facebook Channel with Rev. Francis Neil G. Jalando-on, Director of the Office of Communications, directing his crew for the show.
The College of Business and Accountancy mascot are all smiles during the parade.Photo Credit: CPUR.
The fun-filled event also signaled the month-long 113th University Foundation Celebration. Highlights include the 2018 Alumni Homecoming and General Assembly on September 29, Saturday at the Rose Memorial Auditorium; the Alumni Night, also on September 29, at the Grand Xing Hotel, Iloilo City; and the Foundation Day Memorial Service on October 1, 2018 at the Philippine-American Cemetery in Jaro, Iloilo City.
The highlight of every CEW is always the proclaimed Word of the Lord.
Celebrating Christ as the Cornerstone of Central Philippine University—The University Church, in partnership with the different colleges and departments, highlighted the theme “Relentless” anchored on Isaiah 54:10 and Matthew 28:20 during the First Semester Christ Emphasis Week of the school year 2018-2019.
Starting them young- CPU Kindergarten students listen attentively to their CEW speaker
Held on August 10-17, 2018, the week-long celebration, filled with praise and worship and accompanied by the sharing of God’s Word, is a testimony of CPU’s commitment as a university anchored in faith.
According to Rev. Cris Amorsolo V. Sian, the theme encourages the CPU community to make the pursuit of God a priority. In the era of persistent distractions and temptations, it is important to feel the constant pursuit and faithfulness of God: “God keeps reaching out to us so He can win us to Himself. Our theme encourages the CPU community to make the pursuit of God the topmost priority as God has been relentless in his bid to save us from ourselves.”
Rev. Sian shares that the theme encourages us to work on our faith with fear and trembling, “We should also be relentless in our pursuit of holiness. It should be the proverbial pearl of the great price of our prayers.”
Convocation speakers Pastor Russel Ban, Pastor Jasper Martin, Rev. Lennie Ruth Sombilla, Rev. Adiel Caspe, Pastor Franz Hestia Love Joy Quimpo-Leysa, Pastor Keith Dune Gallos, Rev. Dr. Jerson Narciso, Pastor Jamilo Pendo, and Hon. Mark Anthony Polonan all shared the love of God through the empowering message of God’s relentless love.
The CEW is a testimony of God’s relentless love to CPU and the Centralian community’s dedication to make Christ as the center of the university.Shout unto God a song of praise – the CPU Elementary School students leading the praise and worship.
According to Harissa Junio, BSBAMM4, this year’s CEW is a testimony of the continuing journey of the university: “As a Centralian, I take heart in the fact that CPU has been holding activities like this to share the Word of God. It continually reminds me that beyond my academics, my purpose is really to pursue God and to share his Word to others.”
A first year college student of CBA, Lyka Derayunan shared, “The CEW experience is unique. You will not probably experience this in others schools. I did not regret enrolling in CPU. I will tell others about this.”
Jam-packed, the Rose Memorial Audituriom is filled with students and faculty during the CEW.Heart of worship – the CPU Junior High School leads the praise and worship session.
As the university moves forward to celebrate 113 years of God’s goodness, the Christ Emphasis Week is a reminder of its long tradition of faith. It is also a challenge to the CPU community to never forget our roots—in Christ—and that beyond the goal of producing excellent professionals, the heart of CPU’s existence is to glorify God through the lives of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
Dr. Jaunito M. Acanto CPU President from 1996-2005 led the ribbon cutting with present CPU President, Dr. Teodoro C. Robles and CPU Board of Trustees Chairman, Atty. Von Lovel Bedona.
In honor of the hard work and dedication of Dr. Juanito M. Acanto, Central Philippine University’s third Filipino president from 1996-2005, the university renamed the Junior High School Building into Juanito M. Acanto Hall on April 19, 2018. Former CPU President Dr. Agustin A. Pulido and incumbent CPU President Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, as well as Board of Trustees Chairman Von Lovel Bedona and members of the Board, were present at the ceremony.
Dr. Acanto was born on April 5, 1937 in Barrio Badiangan, Janiuay, Iloilo to Baptist parents, Ruperto Acanto and Tabitha Maca. Christened with the name Juanito by his parents, the boy grew up to become a brilliant lawyer. He passed the Integrated Bar Examinations in 1961, and worked in his legal profession, eventually becoming a Municipal Judge of Janiuay, Iloilo. Dr. Juanito M. Acanto also served as Dean of the CPU College of Law from 1993-1997. In June 1998, the Board of Trustees elected him as President of Central Philippine University. He had served Central Philippine University for 18 years, including nine years as CPU President and other positions in the College of Law and as Regular, Ex-officio Member and Chairman of the Board of Trustees.
A legacy of hard work and gratitude – Dr. Juanito M. Acanto thanks the CPU community for the honor of naming the Senior High School Building after him.
Dr. Acanto made a stint in public service after he was elected Board Member of the Province of Iloilo from 1988 to 1998 and from 1980 to 1986. He was a well-respected public servant of his Ilonggo constituents
Dr. Acanto obtained his Doctor of Philosophy in Public Administration from The International School of Missouri, USA in 1998; his Master of Management, Major in Public Management, from the University of the Philippines in the Visayas in 1990; his Bachelor of Laws at Central Philippine University in 1961; and his Associate in Arts (Pre-Law), also at Central Philippine University in 1957.
Dr. Juanito M. Acanto with his CPU family.
The Junior High School Faculty and Staff prepared a short program. Dr. Teodoro C. Robles welcomed everyone and acknowledged Dr. Acanto, the Honoree, before the unveiling of the marker. In his message Dr. Robles made mention of the importance of remembering people behind the progress and development of an institution, adding that “it is not enough to name buildings in honor of the missionaries; it is also important to name a building in honor of a former CPU President, being that this project was realized during his term of office”.
A Litany of Dedication was read after the unveiling of the marker. In his response, Dr. Junito M. Acanto mentioned the blessings that God showered upon Central Philippine University during his watch. He was sentimentally thankful for the remarkable development that made CPU more beautiful.
He looked back to the memorable times and mentioned the Smile Hill to be his inspiration. “All this blessings were sent by God to the University during my time,” said Dr. Acanto.
CPU President, Dr. Teodoro C. Robles encourages the graduates to carry the banner of CPU high and proud, wherever they may be.
Students from the Junior High School who have competed and achieved in different fields received recognition on March 26, 2018 at the Rose Memorial Auditorium. There are seven awards categories including Literary-Musical, Academic, Journalism, Leadership, Scouting Awards, Special Awards, and Sports and Athletics.
The program started at 8:00AM with the processional of student awardees, guests, Junior High School administrators and the marshal. Mrs. Sandraliza D. Espinosa and Honey H. Parreño led the invocation and singing of the National Anthem respectively.
Dr. Irving Domingo L. Rio, Vice President for Academic Affairs congratulates the awardees for their hard work and commitment.
Dr. Florence P. Bogacia, Vice President for Finance and Administration, in her inspirational message, challenged the students to work and fight all obstacles and hindrances on their way to the future.
Honey H. Parreño conducted the singing of the Alma Mater Song, which was followed by the singing of the CPU High School Hymn. The program ended with a closing prayer led by Pastor Lloyd U. Basco and the recessional.
The masters of ceremonies for the event were Mrs. Erma Joy M. Garanganao, Prof. Christine Joyce A. Lacson, Dr. Arlene D. Pet, and Prof. Lloyd U. Basco.
Prof. Janet S. Jalbuena with the Junior High School awardees and their parents.A salute to our graduates! Central Philippine University is proud of you!Karen Joy S. Oscares, Ranked No. 1 with High Honors, Special Science Class delivers the batch response.
For the Honors and Awards Program, Dr. Irving Domingo L. Rio, Vice President for Academic Affairs, congratulated the awardees for their hard work and efforts. “To graduate with honors is not a matter of chance but a matter of intention. You have built a bridge to your dreams that have been accomplished by your hard work and efforts.”
Prof. Jessica B. Canaman and Dr. Samuel C. Herbolarion shared their message as parents of the awardees. They thanked the CPU community for nurturing and mentoring their children to be exemplary Christian learners.
The distribution of awards was led by Prof. Janet S. Jalbuena, Junior High School Principal; Engr. Rey L. Balogo, PTA President, School Year 2017-2018; and Dr. Carmen P. Santos, Basic Education Consultant. Awards included were Academic, Scholarship, Leadership, Special and Cash Awards.
Krizia C. Villavicencio, Ranked No. 2, Regular Class delivered the welcome address in behalf of the Regular Class.Arrianne Leigh D. Segovia, Ranked No. 2 with High Honors, delivered the welcome address in behalf of the Special Science Class.CPU Junior High School completers in their Moving Up Ceremony at the Rose Memorial Auditorium.
During the Moving-Up Ceremony, CPU President, Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, congratulated the parents, teachers, and students for their achievement and perseverance.
Arianne Leigh D. Segovia, Rank No. 2, Special Science Class and Krizia C. Villacencio, Ranked No. 2, Regular Class, gave the welcome addresses.
Guest Speaker, Dr. Romeo A. Orcajada, Jr., alumnus, CPU High School Class 1988, in his message, inspired the graduates to pursue excellence no matter where they came from. He also encouraged them to offer their best to God, their families, and the community.
The response in behalf on the graduates was given by Karen Joy S. Oscares, Ranked No.1, Special Science Class and Tincy Jeay B. Canaman, Ranked No.1, Regular Class.
The closing prayer and benediction was then led by Rev. Roger T. Quimpo.
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