By Karren Jay G. Asgar

Forty-five graduates of Central Philippine University (CPU) have passed the 2025 Bar Examination, following the Supreme Court of the Philippines’ release of results on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
The new Centralian Lawyers are: Titus Ira J. Adayon; Victor Thom A. Angelitud; Rosaleo A. Barbo; Jervie Joy B. Bascoguin; Raphael Mark P. Batan; Nadine Grace D. Bedia; Bless Jose’F B. Benitez; Alyssa Marie B. Beya; Gino Ireneo Z. Braña; Devine Grace P. Capindo; Mark Joshua D. Catamin; Herman G. Celiz Jr.; Allysa Marie G. Delmoro; Adrian D. Devano; Mary Kristin Joy C. Devera; Krishia Mei Elloran; Mayell Faith G. Escanlar; Kleven Paul P. Fegarido; Lovely Joy S. Fernandez; Breeze F. Gamutea; Marian L. Garcia; Edison S. Gimotea; Jannessah Guillano; Marielle Therese J. Jacomille; Mary Ann U. Jagolino; Necita Joy A. Jarana; Anna Anjelika P. Jaruda; Albert Jan Matthew A. Java; Gerald P. Lacson; Jennifer Joy M. Lorca; Mnemosyne Racid L. Luis; D. M. Hope N. Madalag; Kristine F. Magnifica; Cesarey B. Mestidio; Ariel Anthony P. Misajon; Desiree L. Pacolor; Joahnna Alondra N. Padalhin; Syd Geemson E. Parreñas; John Loren S. Pediengco; Eunice Mae Therese D. Pilador; Noeme Kaye B. Pilatan; Allyza Mhay G. Rendon; Randy Nier G. Saladero; Salve Lia N. Santocildes; and Marvin II H. Taleon.
The CPU Batch 2025 achieved a perfect 17 out of 17 passing rate (100%), an impressive 62.16% for first-time takers, and surpassed the national passing percentage of 48.98%.
In a statement posted on its official Facebook page, CPU congratulated the new lawyers, saying:
“Your perseverance, dedication, and unwavering commitment to excellence have led you to this well-deserved achievement. As you take your oath and begin your journey in the legal profession, may you serve with integrity, justice, and compassion. The CPU community celebrates with you and prays for your continued success as instruments of truth, fairness, and nation-building.”
This remarkable success serves as a clear reflection of CPU’s unwavering commitment to fostering a culture of excellence through the integration of Scientia et Fides.
