By Mikee Natinga Norico

We are excited to invite everyone to the Awards Ceremony for the “Why I Love CPU” Video Contest! Join us as we celebrate the creativity, passion, and Central Spirit displayed in inspiring video entries from students, alumni, and faculty.

Central Philippine University (CPU) is proud to announce the much-awaited Awarding Ceremony of the “Why I Love CPU” Video Contest, to be held on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM in the Henry Luce III Library Conference Room.

This highly anticipated event celebrates the heartfelt stories, creativity, and unwavering Central Spirit captured in one to one-and-a-half-minute videos submitted by students, alumni, faculty, and staff. Hosted jointly by the Office of Institutional Advancement and the Communications Office, the contest aimed to shine a spotlight on what makes CPU a special place for many.

With over a month of submissions and public engagement, the contest not only encouraged reflection on CPU’s mission, vision, and core values but also brought the CPU community together in an inspiring digital celebration. Entries were judged based on content and technical quality, relevance to CPU’s values, and audience engagement.

The initiative also featured a People’s Choice Award segment, where the CPU community and supporters voted for their favorite entries through likes and reactions on CPU’s official Facebook and YouTube platforms.

“The goal was to amplify the voices of our CPU family through creative digital storytelling while instilling pride in our identity as Centralians,” said the Communications Office in a statement.

More than a contest, “Why I Love CPU” served as a platform for the community to honor CPU’s legacy—its academic excellence, community service, international partnerships, and vibrant campus life. Participants shared personal perspectives that resonated with viewers and highlighted the university’s positive impact on their lives.

The awarding ceremony will officially recognize the outstanding entries:

Grand Prize Winners:

1st Place – Php 5,000
2nd Place – Php 4,000
3rd Place – Php 3,000

People’s Choice Award Winners:

1st Place – Php 2,000
2nd Place – Php 1,500
3rd Place – Php 1,000

The university extends its appreciation to all participants and invites everyone to join the celebration on May 29. To view the official entries, visit:

See you there, Centralians! Let’s continue sharing the Central Spirit.
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