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Centralians in Mass Media Alumni Association conducts interviews with visiting CPU Alumni

CPUAA College of Nursing alumna Lucia Suchikul.

About being a Centralian, Yasay reiterated his pride and said that “Central Spirit is the power within oneself that enables me to connect with anyone in any situation, particularly for the love and support of Central Philippine University and its Alumni.” He added that “CPU is like a Central Processing Unit that lets us do great things for God and the Institution.”

Forty Centralians of Northern California Alumni Chapter led by its President, Cathy Leyble Kriewall, and members took time to express their admiration for Central Philippine University. In an interview at the Rose Memorial Auditorium, where they registered on Wednesday, February 5, Kriewall observed how CPU developed through the years. “These new buildings are impressive, “noting that these were mostly built by gift (donations) from the alumni.

Centralians in Mass Media Alumni Association conducts interviews with visiting CPU Alumni

CPUAA Northern California chapter members during the motorcade for the Alumni Grand Homecoming 2020.

Centralians in Mass Media (CMM) Alumni Association conducted interviews with visiting Centralians during the Grand Alumni Homecoming 2020. Among the interviewees were former Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary and former Central Philippine University Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Perfecto Yasay, Jr (CPU Political Science -1967).

He is a distinguished CPU alumnus and served as Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, during the Estrada administration. The diplomatic Centralian who had spent many years in public service intelligently responded to questions from members of the Centralian Media at the CPU Alumni Office – with CMM President Rufino ‘Pinoy’ Gonzales, Cyrus Natividad, and Jason Pagunsan. He was also asked questions about his family, his personal opinions on urgent matters of concern to the state and society; including his role in government and foreign relations.

CPU hosts first BOT Night

Tawag ng Tanghalan Finalist and College of Engineering alumnus JM Bales performed his signature songs.

It was a night of fun and dancing as guests enjoyed performances from balladeer Dr. Jesse Penacerrada, Warner Music Philippines Artist Ethan Loukas, Tawag ng Tanghalan finalist JM Bales, and WVPRISAA Dance Sports Champions Mico Andrei J. Hechanova and Aleia Robbyn Muyco.

During the program, the Board of Trustees also presented their proposed project of the CPU LED Wall Display project to be put up in the Main Entrance and the Flag Pole Rotonda. Announcements will be put up in the said LED Walls instead of printing them in tarpaulins. The project has an estimated cost of PHP 5,000,000.

The university is accepting donations. You can donate to the following accounts:

Peso Account:

BPI (Bank of the Philippine Islands) Branch: Solis Street, Iloilo City Account Name: Central Philippine University Account Number: 924-8173-48

Dollar Account:

BPI (Bank of the Philippine Islands) Branch: Solis Street, Iloilo City Account Name: Central Philippine University Account Number: 9244-0001-31 Swift Code: BOPIPHMM

Note: Donation must be deposited/remitted in the name of Central Philippine University. The donor is advised to inform the University (through [email protected]) of his/her donation by sending a copy of the bank transaction or any pertinent info.

The BOT Night was hosted by Atty. Peter Irving C. Corvera, and Ms. Carmelle Frances M. Romero.

CPU hosts first BOT Night

Alumni and friends pose for a commemorative picture.

Atty. Peter Irving C. Corvera, Vice Chairman of the CPU BOT, explained the reason behind the BOT Night. He said that it was the first time in the history of CPU that such an event happened. The main reason is to introduce the BOT Members to the alumni and all officials of the university. The Chairman of the CPU BOT, Atty. Von Lovel D. Bedona, acknowledged everyone and stressed that all alumni of CPU are VIPs or Very Important Persons.

“The Alumni has a very important role in this university,” said CPU President Dr. Teodoro during his greetings. He also expressed his thanks to the alumni and gave credit to their support to the success of the university. Dr. Robles also gave a brief report through an audio-video presentation.

CPU hosts first BOT Night

Atty. Peter Corvera and Ms. Carmelle hosted the first-ever CPU BOT Night.

Central Philippine University hosted its first-ever Board of Trustees Night on Thursday, February 6, 2020, at the Iloilo Convention Center.

The Board of Trustees Night was held in honor of the Board of Trustees, the Administration, the Corporation, Deans, Principals, Department Chairpersons and Unit Heads of the university as well as alumni coming from different parts of the world.

Thousands gather for Grand Alumni Homecoming Opening Celebration

A massive fireworks display concluded the opening night of the CPU Grand Alumni Homecoming 2020. (Photo Courtesy of Joshua Enriquez).

The crowd enjoyed the beautiful fireworks display and performances from Award-winning actor Cesar Montano (who is set to play Rev. Delfin Dianala in “Freedom Fighters” an upcoming Hollywood film that will feature the Hopevale story) Warner Music Philippines’ artist and College of Education Alumnus Ethan Loukas, the CPU Symphonic Band, the CPU Dance Company, CPUAAI, and various alumni chapters.

There were more than 1,500 Centralians who registered in the CPU Grand Alumni Homecoming.

Thousands gather for Grand Alumni Homecoming Opening Celebration

Dr. Teodoro Robles and Mrs. Angel Robles led the Golden Wedding Anniversary celebrants who were given due recognition.

Aside from members of active alumni chapters, various high school and college batches were also present in the event.

Attendees from youngest to oldest were recognized as well as couples celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. Dr. Teodoro and Mrs. Angel Robles were among the Jubilarian couples.

CPU Work Student Alumni Association celebrates Grand Alumni Homecoming 2020

Members of the CPU Work Student Alumni Association (from left) Mr. Cyrus Natividad, Mr. Nick Gazo , Mrs. Joy Laos  and Dr. Alberto Java.

The CPU Work Student Alumni Association, Inc. will be together again on February 4, 2020, a day before the Grand Alumni Home Homecoming 2020. The work students’ reunion will be held at the Alumni Promenade Park starting with registration at 4:00 PM. The program, dinner, and fellowship will follow after that.

Dr. Alberto Java, WSAA President in an interview acknowledged that “the reunion of work student alumni go beyond just revisiting our Alma Mater, or bonding and enjoying with former co-workers, classmates and Centralian friends.” He added, “I acknowledge the desire of our fellow alumni to be committed to continue helping the current work students in CPU.”

“Many of the CPU work students realized their dreams because of hard work,” Java said. “The testimonial part of the program will give the work students a chance to tell their stories of success, and look back to the time they went to college through the work-study program.”

The CPU Work Student Alumni Association’s Officers are doing their best to organize, coordinate and realize their grand reunion 2020.

CPU Work Student Association Officers

President                     Dr. Alberto Java

Vice President             Nicolas D. Gazo

Secretary                     Ruth G. Fernandez

Asst. Secretary            Fely D. armadillo

Treasurer                     Isidra A. Provendido

Asst. Treasurer            Emcy J. Sanchez

Auditor                       Venancio C. Parcon

PRO                            Richard C. Jaligon

Board of Directors:

Vilma J. Murillo

Cathyrine G. Baylen

Danilo P. Adolfo

Joy Suerte Laos

Elvie T. Napolis

Ma. Justa L. Pallo

Ricardo B. Fernandez