By Karren Jay Asgar
CPU-VP for Student Affairs Dr. Esther Rose A. Romarate (4th from right) and CPU-VP for Finance and Enterprises Dr. Florence P. Bogacia (5th from right) lead the ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the 2025 Student Organizations and Fraternities Evaluation and Exhibit, joined by Director Alfred Morales (6th from left) and the panel of judges at the Alumni Promenade Concert Park.
On April 25, 2025, Central Philippine University’s Student Development and Programs (SDP) office held its annual Student Organizations and Fraternities Evaluation and Exhibit. Anchored on the theme “Moving Towards Achieving Your Goal and Thriving,” the event took place at the Alumni Promenade Concert Park and the canopied walkway beside the Dr. Alfonso Uy Student Union Building.
Central Philippine University’s (CPU) Vice President for Student Affairs, Dr. Esther Rose A. Romarate, and Vice President for Finance and Enterprises, Dr. Florence P. Bogacia, led the ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the annual Student Organizations and Fraternities Evaluation and Exhibit. The ceremony was preceded by an invocation delivered by Pastor Justine Palmes-Meje, Associate Pastor for Campus Ministry. Prof. Crista Huyong conducted the singing of the Philippine National Anthem followed by the Alma Mater song. Leandrae Edriann Molo Agagas, a second-year student from the College of Arts and Sciences (BS Psychology), served as the emcee.
“The significance of holding this event is of course to give the opportunity for every recognized student organization to showcase what they stand for, what they hope for, and what they aspire for,” CPU-SDP Director Alfred Morales, shared in an interview with The Central Echo.
Judges who took part in the said event were CPU Job Placement Officer, Ms. Rouella Cheyenne C. Aberia; Senior High School faculty, Mrs. Eddanee Somes Debuque; Student Recruitment Officer, Atty. Nestle G. Taala; Associate Pastor for Campus Ministry, Pastor Neva Grace L. Fabila; and CPU Cultural Affairs Director, Prof. Crista S. Huyong.
“I would like to commend and congratulate all of them for having done their best — because it’s not just for the sake of the exhibit. It’s also about bringing out the best in them for their advocacies,” Morales remarked, as he congratulated the student groups who contributed to the success of the event.
The event showcased sixty student-led groups from across the university, representing various categories such as Academic, Religious, Special Interest, Cultural and Arts, Sports, and Fraternities. Each organization presented their unique missions, projects, and advocacies, highlighting their year-round efforts and the dynamic student leadership culture at CPU. The event also featured portfolio competitions and an on-the-spot essay writing contest.