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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

CPUAAI updates on developments and activities of CPU Grand Alumni Homecoming

Less than a week before the start of Grand Alumni Homecoming on February 5, 2020, the CPUAAI Publications Committee Chairperson, Daniel “Dan” P. Dorillo answered questions and queries from alumni all over the world in the January 29 episode of Looking Forward, CPU’s Public Affairs Program.

Dorillo detailed on the activities and program of the grand event from February 5 to 9. “The interesting celebration is above all reasons why the ‘Homecoming’ is worth coming home and joining with, said Dorillo. “Everyone must be looking forward to the day they will meet their long, lost classmates with news and stories on their memorable moments during their time at Central.”

“In most of the meetings and fellowships during the celebrations, the alumni must enjoy the lunches, dinners, snacks, native delicacies,” Dorillo added.

Dorillo announced some of the highlights of events during the Grand Alumni Homecoming 2020.

February 5, at 6 AM there will be a Motorcade Pamukaw by the Centralian Bikers Group, from CPU to Sta. Barbara. The Registration of Alumni and distribution of kits will be on the first day from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM as the opening of exhibits starts at 9:00 AM at the Henry Luce III Library. A brunch with alumni Chapter Presidents will be held from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Educational Media Center (EMC). A Grand Parade and presentation of Alumni Chapters will be held at the Big Field from 6:00 PM onwards and the opening ceremonies, fellowships, and socials collectively called ‘Barrio Fiesta.’ A spectacular fireworks display will also follow.

On February 6 (next day), a Motorcade will start from CPU en route to the city and back. The rest of the day events will include the fellowship lunch at the University Gym, cultural show and recognition of Centralian Luminaries at the Rose Memorial Auditorium and CPUFOAA Business Meeting at the 4th Floor, Henry Luce III Library. One of the most awaited events is the GMA Kapuso Show (Exclusive for CPU students, faculty, staff, and alumni) at the Big Field.

The Gala Night and Coronation of Alumni Queen, and Induction of CPUFOAA Officers will be held at the Grand Xing Imperial Hotel in Iloilo City on Friday, February 7 with special performances by Totong Villaruz Band, Mr. Christian Bautista, and Mr. Jose Mari Chan.

February 8 (Saturday), will be a Free Day for all alumni who would like to make a trip to any Part of Panay and Guimaras, or take a rest. On the last day February 9 (Sunday), a Worship Service will be held at the University Church.

Dorillo is inviting all the alumni worldwide and is grateful to all Alumni Chapters who are showing their full support to the CPU Grand Alumni Homecoming. As planned, Dorillo and the committee will print-out a special newsletter entitled “The Central Beacon” for the duration of the homecoming celebration.