By Mikee Natinga Norico

Rev. Dr. Ernest Howard B. Dagohoy, University President, and Mr. Gomer G. Marquez, Director of UNO Review and Tutorial Center, pose for a group photo with officials from both institutions after signing the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for the NMAT Review Program.

Central Philippine University (CPU) and UNO Review and Tutorial Center have taken a significant step toward fostering excellence in medical education by formalizing a partnership for an NMAT Review Program. The partnership was sealed through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed on January 10, 2025, at the Rex D. Drilon Hall Conference Room of Central Philippine University.

CPU was represented by its esteemed President, Rev. Dr. Ernest Howard B. Dagohoy, while UNO Review Center’s Director, Mr. Gomer G. Marquez, signed on behalf of the tutorial center. The ceremony was also attended by Ms. Bithy Mae M. Matillano, UNO Representative, and Dr. Florence P. Bogacia, CPU Vice President for Finance and Enterprises.

The partnership designates CPU’s Review, Continuing Education, and Consultancy Center (RCECC) as the office responsible for facilitating the NMAT review program. Under the leadership of Dr. Lenny Rose P. Mucho, CPU RCECC Director, the program is designed to provide high-quality and specialized review services to aspiring medical students preparing for the National Medical Admission Test (NMAT) and planning to pursue a degree in medicine.

University President Rev. Dr. Ernest Howard B. Dagohoy and UNO Review Center Director Mr. Gomer G. Marquez solidify their collaboration by signing the Memorandum of Agreement for the NMAT Review Program.

The UNO Review and Tutorial Center, based in Iloilo City, is recognized for its expertise in Medical, Science, General Education, and licensure examination reviews. By collaborating with UNO, CPU strengthens its commitment to offering accessible and excellent academic services to individuals striving to enter the medical field.

This partnership underscores CPU’s dedication to supporting future medical professionals and ensuring that aspiring doctors receive the preparatory tools they need to excel in their academic and professional journeys. The NMAT review program is open to all individuals aiming to achieve their dream of becoming medical practitioners.