Engr. Henry Alcalde on Looking Forward’s July 28, 2019 episode.
Palm Concepcion Power Corporation in Concepcion Iloilo has a new manager in the person of Engr. Henry V. Alcalde, Centralian Engineer and active member of the CPUAAI Concepcion Chapter. Alcalde was the guest in CPU TV’s Public Affairs Program, Looking Forward on Friday, July 26, 2019.
His appointment promises to deliver quality electrical services to the people in Concepcion and other parts of the country where the corporation delivers power; and to the corporation, better plant maintenance and innovative system operation.
Alcalde is looking at prosperity and bigger business activities in the Municipality of Concepcion as Palm Conception Power Plant increases its capacity. “This will result in many of our professionals getting employment or businesses”, Alcalde said. “I am looking at prospective employment for our Engineering graduates and alumni”, he added.
Alcalde is a graduate of Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from Central Philippine University in 1977 and 1972, respectively. He was employed in different capacity as Department Manager, Group Manager and Plant Manager in different power plants in the country and abroad.
CPU College of Nursing Batch ’94 during their gala night at Smallville 21 Hotel.
The CPU College of Nursing batch 1994 celebrated their 25th anniversary on July 26-27, 2019 at various venues in Iloilo.
The reunion celebrations kicked off with a medical mission on July 26 at Bgy. Malunang, Zarraga with CPU College of Nursing Clinical Instructors and students. The batch along with medical doctors and other participants conducted Medical Consultation, Dental Health Hygiene and Teaching, Stroke Education and Eye Consultation, to name a few.
CPU College of Nursing Batch ’94 pose for a group photo at the Loreto D. Tupaz Hall.
It was then followed by a full event the next day which started with a short Devotional and Breakfast at the Henry Luce III Library. The batch toured the College of Nursing (Loreto D. Tupaz Hall) and walked around the campus and took pictures in memorable sites such as the Rose Memorial Auditorium, the University Church and the Big Field. Their silver anniversary ended with a gala night at Smallville 21 Hotel.
Central Philippine University Junior High School Parents and Teachers Association celebrated God’s goodness and faithfulness as they witnessed the dedication of JHS Lockers Shed and Lockers on August 2, 2019 at the CPU JHS Complex.
CPU JHS Principal Prof. Janet Jalbuena gives her welcome remarks.
Mrs. Hermely Jalando-on of the CPU JHS PTA Board gives the words of intention.
CPU JHS Principal, Janet S. Jalbuena, welcomed everyone who came and joined the said dedication with her kind words. Furthermore, Mrs. Hermely A. Jalando-on, CPU JHS PTA Board S.Y. 2018-2019 rendered the words of intention. According to her, the additional lockers will augment the lack of lockers in the CPU JHS. “We are happy and thankful to God for this project—these lockers shed and lockers. It was last year that we have experienced an increase in enrolment in the Junior High School. Thus the need for additional lockers,” said Mrs. Jalando-on. It was then followed by the singing of hymn of praise and ribbon cutting which formally signified that the lockers are ready to be occupied by the JHS students.
Meanwhile, Rev. Cris Amorsolo V. Sian, University Church Senior Pastor, offered prayers of thanksgiving for the said dedication.
Participants from CPU and Suwon University pose for a group photo.
Selected students from Suwon University and Central Philippine University participated in an interactive program on August 2, 2019 at the gallery of Henry Luce III Library. The CPU Office of International Programs spearheaded the said activity.
During their interaction, students from both universities got to understand the culture, food and educational system of each other’s home countries. Students also got to know each other’s universities through video presentations.
CPU and Suwon University students share about each other’s culture and customs.
30 students from Suwon University and 18 students from the Bachelor of Arts in Communication (BA Comm) and Bachelor of Arts in English Language Studies (BA ELS) programs as well as 5 students from the Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management (BSTM) program participated in the said event.
The said activity is part of an International Cooperative Agreement between CPU and Suwon University that was signed last February 28, 2016. The contract has a five year validity which will end on February 27, 2021.
CPU Vice President for Finance and Administration Dr. Florence Bogacia talks about Student Insurance and Other Benefits.
Central Philippine University in cooperation with the CPU Office of International Relations and Cooperation held an orientation for foreign students on July 26, 2019 at the gallery of the Henry Luce III Library.
CPU Vice President for Finance and Administration Dr. Florence Bogacia discussed about insurance coverage and other benefits while CPU Office of International Relations and Cooperation Acting Director Prof. Anna May Zerrudo talked about the role of the Office of International Relations and Cooperation. CPU Head for Guidance Services Center Dr. Racquel Polec-eo discussed the university Dress Code Policy, Physical Exam, and Student Services under the Office for Student Services. Bureau of Immigration Officer Mr. Jonel Ostaga, talked about the Policies on holders of Student Visa and other laws related to being a foreign student and Acting Registrar Ms. Charissa June Deocampo discussed about Registrar Concerns on foreign students.
Foreign Students pose for a photo.
After the orientation, the foreign students elected the new set of officers of the International Student Organization (ISO) for School Year 2019-2020.
The first batch of Chinese students with the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies, Dr. Rowena Libo-on and the coordinator of the EdD and MAEd Programs, Dr. Merle Junsay.
The School Year 2018-19 marked a significant year for the CPU School of Graduate Studies as twenty students from Zhengzhou University of Industrial Technology (ZUIT) enrolled in the Doctor of Education program. The students majored in Curriculum and Instruction and they started their first stint of their academic journey in the university on January and February 2019. This July and August 2019, the students are back in the university to continue their studies.
The second batch of Chinese students with the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies, Dr. Rowena Libo-on, the coordinator of the EdD and MAEd Programs, Dr. Merle Junsay, the University Librarian, Prof. Cynthia Pelena and the University Research, Dr. Mary ‘O Penetrante.
This school year 2019-2020, another batch of 20 students from different universities in China enrolled in the EdD major in Administration and Supervision program of the university. They started their classes on August 2019.
Central Philippine University Elementary School observed the Nutrition Month with a week-long celebration from July 15 to 31, 2019. This year’s theme is: “Kumain ng wasto at maging aktibo…Push natin ito.” The Opening Program was held on July 15 at the CPUES Gym.
On July 26, the Grade 2 students and their teachers sponsored a Literary-Musical Competition that included Poster Making Contest at the Elementary Library organized- by Mrs. Mary Jacqueline Plana, Ms. Wilmer Joy Coronel and Mr. Rodrigo Sotto. The Grade 4-6 Students with class advisers and EPP teachers organized an Essay Writing Contest in English and Filipino Categories. Mrs. Liza Espada, EPP teachers and other class advisers organized a cooking contest for Grades 4-6. The contest required the Grade 4 pupils to cook Pochero, Grade 5 pupils to cook Tinolang Manok and Grade 6 pupils to cook Chopsuey.
Grade 2 student Bea Ysabelle Alibogha portrayed Moana during the Character Impersonation Competition.
The culminating activity was held on July 31. It included a Food Fest per level. Each level prepared healthy foods for the pupils to eat. To strengthen their entrepreneurial skills, the Grade 4 level pupils sold food items. Tables per grade level were set up in the gym for the food fest. The awarding of prizes was held in the afternoon.
Mr. Clem Burgos, one of the winners of the 5th International Competition of Arts and Culture, and Mr. Jobert Pillado, faculty member of the CPU Junior High School Department were judges during the Lit-Mus Competition.
Elementary School Principal, Prof. Janet P. Jaco thanked the faculty, parents and students who facilitated the successful Nutrition Month Celebration. Prof. Jaco pointed out the valuable experience of students in the awareness of Healthy Foods and Nutrition. “The students learned a lot about health during the program”, she said.
Scholars from the Junior High School Department with OIC for the CPU Office of the Vice-President Pastor Peter James Trasporto with CPU Registrar Ms. Charissa June Deocampo.
792 students were awarded with scholarships by Central Philippine University during the Scholarship Awarding and Recognition Program on August 9, 2019 at the Alumni Promenade Concert Park. The CPU Office of Student Development and Programs headed by Dr. Margen Java spearheaded the said event.
In her opening remarks, CPU Vice President for Finance and Administration Dr. Florence Bogacia, thanked the donors for their support and generosity. She also addressed the scholars and said “This is your day but most of all, always remember that this is a day of gratitude for you.” She is also reminded them to bless and pray for their donors.
Vice President for Finance and Administration Dr. Florence Bogacia welcomes the awardees and their donors.
The donors were then presented with certificates by Dr. Bogacia and CPU Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Irving Domingo Rio. The scholars were awarded certificates by their donors and were assisted by Dr. Bogacia, Dr. Rio, CPU Treasurer Mrs. Welna Roxas and Officer-in- Charge for the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs Pastor Peter James Trasporto.
2nd year BS Chemical Engineering Student, Patrick Jules Marquez gives the response in behalf of the scholars.
Patrick Jules Marquez, a 2nd year Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering student as well as a University Entrance and Department of Science and Technology (DOST) scholar gave the response in behalf of the scholars. In his speech, he expressed his gratitude to the donors for helping the scholars achieve their dreams. “You truly deserve the title of being called modern-day heroes who believe in the power of education and the youth as a hope of our nation”, Marquez said.
Aside from the scholars, a total of 111 donors from both the public and private sector as well as alumni hailing from local and international chapters were honored in the said event.
The CPUAAI Officers and chapter presidents pose for a group photo.
Central Philippine University Alumni Association, Inc. officers together with CPUAAI Chapter Presidents convened once more at the Alumni Affairs Office Building on August 2 to prepare, finalize and ready the programs and events for this year’s General Assembly and Alumni Homecoming. The Assembly which is on September 28, 2019 aims to accommodate a number of Alumni Centralians who will be coming from different regions of the Philippines.
Part of the discussion for the said event includes the Registration Fee packages:
* Php 400.00 — with lunch
* Php 600.00 — with lunch plus Lifetime Alumni ID
The CPUAAI is looking forward to another fun-filled and memorable get together this 2019. In addition to the said meeting, the officers together with the administrative officials continue to prepare for the Grand Alumni Homecoming on February 5-9, 2020 at Central Philippine University.
Centralian Alumni all over the world are cordially invited to come and join the reunion! Not yet registered? Registration for both affairs is going on!
Contact details:
E-mail: homecoming@cpu.edu.ph
CPUAAI Office: (033) 329 2904 or 329-1971 to 329-1979 loc. 1033
By Sarla Ferrer-Duller and Emelda Frange-Valcarcel
Golden Jubilarians with Delia Gumban-Daus and husband Steve at the Delia Mansion and Gardens.
Memory … just like the famous song from the Broadway musical Cats, the Central Philippine University (CPU) College of Nursing class of 1969 AKA the 69ers, dreamed of the old days and remembered that life was beautiful then as they commemorated their Golden Jubilee from February 7 to 12, 2019. Attended by 25 69ers and some 12 husbands, the class reunion was celebrated in the provinces of Iloilo and Antique, and in six different venues: CPU; Iloilo Mission Hospital (IMH); Tambaliza/Pan de Azucar Island in Concepcion, Iloilo; Dingle, Iloilo; San Jose, Antique; and Pavia, Iloilo.
Day Six – 12 February 2019. Pavia, Iloilo (by Emelda “Daday” Frange Valceral)
It can be best described as the “icing on the cake” day of the six-day reunion. Fully aware that it was the last day of the reunion, the group resolved to make it fun and enjoyable. Hosted by Delia Gumban-Daus and husband Steve, at the Delia Mansion and Gardens, the venue is situated between the cheerfully painted lime yellow-green ancestral house and the new terracotta and cream Mediterranean-inspired mansion. There were interesting garden nooks and corners and an abundance of varieties of plants and fruit trees. The weather was pleasantly sunny to our delight, notably to the “sun worshipper” Dieter Kraseman, Lucille Palabrica’s husband. The cool breeze was felt from the river beside the house even through the high fences.
The Jubilarians enjoyed the lunch fare of laswa, fresh lumpia, chicken tetrazzini, beef stroganoff, valenciana, escabeche, pancit bijon, beef ribs, adobo and shrimps served under a sprawling mango tree, in peach/brown colored tablecloths over round tables. For desserts, there were star apple, alupe, chico, guinatan, suman, lanzones, maja blanca, fruit salad, and mango. Thanks, Angel, for supplying the sweet mangoes for several days for us to enjoy.
Memories are one of life’s cherished possession, someone once said. Reminiscing our college and dormitory years, rekindled friendships as we shared bittersweet memories of our unique experience as Centralians, and as student nurses with an internship in IMH and Capiz Emmanuel Hospital. Our looks may have changed, but our fond memories remained the same, and all the more made significant because we were sharing them with friends and kindred spirits. Collectively, we were grateful for our many blessings personally and professionally both in the homeland and abroad. We shared travel plans, we talked about children and bragged about grandchildren and hardly discussed problems or maintenance medications. On our last reunion day of togertherness, we chose to regress and transported ourselves back in the day when we were teens aged between 16-20 years old, full of dreams, hope, and energy. We asked each other: Were you a fan of Susan Roces or Amalia Fuentes? We wondered how we survived our tours of duty as student nurses, although sleep-deprived yet we were able to bounce back and attend our firt-period class. We recalled Miss Tupaz bringing us sandwiches for our lunch during our nursing board exam in Manila. We remembered Dra. Hofilena’s teaching style and her writing encouraging notes on our test papers. We remembered Dr. Viterbo’s wit and wisdom, scrubbing for prolonged surgeries of Dr. Muyco’s thoracic, and Dr. Padilla’s neuro cases (and green jokes). Oh yes, how Akay in the Kitchen and Boning in Central Supply intimidated us as student nurses especially during our junior year. And more…
Switching gears, we played the Siomai, Siopao, and Suman with flamboyant actions accompanied by shrieks and laughter. We also played the Balay ni Belay that was a little bit challenging to one’s concentration especially when the onlookers tried to distract by teasing the players. Congratulations to the winners: Cochiao and Lydia. By the way, who else got the third Texas T-shirt? (Senior moment!)
Indeed, time files, and before we knew it, our rides were already fetching us. It was 5:00 P.M. Once again, we joined hands and sang Blest Be the tie, had our group pictures taken yet under the tree, in front of the Bahay Kubo, fountain and mansion and said good bye to each other for at least ten (10) times. We bagged some plant cutting and seeds, the green mangoes we harvested off the tree, and of course the customary Ilonggo “Putsiko” for the food to go. Other loots included handmade bracelets and necklaces by Edith Villaruz. More hugs and hysterical laughter as we waved, “until next reunion!”
We parted with sensory overload, full of nostalgic memories and great experiences! Once again, thanks to our hosts Delia and Steve Daus, the Organizing Committees in Iloilo, classmates and their spouses in attendance and God for our safe travels and provisions to be able to attend out 50th college reunion. I was such a gift and profound blessing!
Post Note:
“No distance of place or lapse of time can lessen the friendship of those who are thoroughly persuaded of each other’s worth.” – Robert Southey
While we sorely missed our classmates who were unable to join us to celebrate our Golden Jubilee due to illness and other compelling priorities, however, we were blessed with the presence of the following 69ers and husbands who attended some or all activities. Above all, we thank the Iloilo-based Planning and Organizing Committee: Angel Robles (coordinator), Angie Majaducon, Lucille Krasemann, Lydia Robles, Miray Pedregosa and Ruth Griño, for your hard work behind the scenes in making our 50th fun and memorable event!
Hasta luego, fellow 69ers…and let the memory live again!
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