“By the power vested by the Board of Regents to our University President, and by the authority vested upon me by our President, I hereby declare you as graduates of academic year 2024-2025,” declared by Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA), Dr. Grenny I. Jungco.

Central Philippines State University (CPSU) system welcomed its first batch of graduates for the academic year 2024-2025 as 205 Hinoba-an Cenphilian graduands officially turned their tassels during the campus’ 14th Commencement Exercises today, June 9, 2025.

52 Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Business (BSAB) graduands, 106 Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) graduands, and 47 Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEED) graduands were presented by their respective program heads and were confirmed by Dr. Jungco, on behalf of the University President, Dr. Aladino C. Moraca.

With the theme: “Legacy of Wisdom, Celebrating Success: Years Strong and Infinite Futures,” the Commencement Exercises was held at the Municipality of Hinoba-an’s People’s Pagbana-ag Activity Center, succeeding the Closing & Recognition Rites, and the graduating class’ Baccalaureate Service held at the St. Michael the Archangel Parish Church.

Guest Speaker, Department of Education (DepEd)-Himamaylan Schools Division Superintendent, Ma’am Gladys Amylaine D. Sales, CESO VI, shared seven noteworthy life lessons for the graduates and attendees in her commencement speech.

Ma’am Sales further conveyed, “You, dear graduates, are proof of CPSU’s 75 years of commitment to quality education, empowerment, and nation-building for our beloved country—the Philippines. You are not just mere graduates, you are the very harvest of this sacred ground—ready to bloom and shine…As I aged, I realized basic truths in life that I’ve learned along the way. Lessons I’ve truly learned that have shaped me into who I am now. One is that our success isn’t just something that just happens. It’s a decision that we make for ourselves.”

CPSU Hinoba-an’s graduating class of 2024-2025 produced 32 Latin honor awardees, including 15 Magna Cum Laude and 17 Cum Laude distinction recipients, and 2 special awardees.

Magna Cum Laude Latin Distinction Awardee, Ms. Jemelyn F. Amarado shared her testimony and expressed, “I learned that success is not about being the fastest, the smartest, or the wealthiest. Sometimes it’s just about surviving the storm with our souls intact…As long as we don’t give up, [we’ll see] that it was God’s plan all along. When I was lost in the darkness, when my strength was gone, and when my hope was fading, God was there, quietly working behind the scenes and carrying me through the battles I thought I couldn’t survive.”

Surrounded by the colorful background and foreground of artistic graffiti reflecting Hinoba-an culture and way of life, the graduates were immersed in a seemingly varicolored moment of holding their dream-come-true in their hands as they received their diplomas and Transcript of Records (TORs). 

As their names were called upon by Campus Registrar, Ma’am Joy Malen E. Baldevino, graduates took center stage and received their diplomas conferred by Dr. Jungco, Mr. Gonzales, and program chairpersons, BSIT Program Chair, Mr. John Rey T. Boaquiña; COTED Program Chair, Dr. Gargar S. Alfonso; and BSAB Program Chair, Ms. May Ann S. Caliplip. 

In his inspirational message, Dr. Jungco expressed, “Parents, I congratulate you because you invested in the education of your children and they are now reaping the fruits of your combined efforts and sacrifices. As one of CPSU’s best practices, I am informing you, graduates and the public that your diploma and TORs for employment are already in your hands. The world is ready to accept you in the world of employment, so I inspire and encourage you to use those tools in taking leaps further. Cenphilians, don’t hesitate to move forward, treasure the word “padayon” in your heart with steadfast and wholehearted trust to the LORD Almighty. Congratulations!”

In the solemn processional march, smiles of sweet pride and success were evident through countless faces as the graduands, accompanied by their parents and guardians, walked through the red carpet, followed by CPSU’s Board of Regents and Administrative Council Members, and Hinoba-an Campus’ faculty and staff.

CPSU Hinoba-an Campus Administrator, Sir Patrocenio L. Gonzales, also relayed his message, “As I stand here today, I was overwhelmed and likewise a little bit emotional for you are the last class that I’ll be joining since I am going to make my retirement four days from now. However, my heart is pounding with joy for you are now in the peak of your desired moment of reality…To the proud parents, look at your children. They are now in their caps and gowns because you never gave up on providing their essentials. This ceremony marks the incredible milestone you strived to achieve.”

Gracefully hoisted high by CPSU’s Board Secretary V, Ma’am Nelly S. Cabual, the new University Mace also made its debut for the much-anticipated commencement exercises series across the university’s ten campuses and two extension classes.

The graduation ceremony of CPSU-Sipalay Campus is anticipated to transpire tomorrow, June 10, 2025.

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