By Nestle G. Taala

Dr. Ortigoza turns over the CPUAACC donation to the College of Nursing Dean Atty. Salex Alibogha.

Dr. Gabriel Ortigoza represented the CPU Alumni Association of Central California as he turned over their chapter’s donation to CPU College of Nursing on December 5, 2019. The donation of eight sphygmomanometers is essential for CPU Nursing students on their Fundamentals of Nursing.

Raised by Centralian parents, Dr. Ortigoza shared that one of the memories he cherishes the most during his stay at Central is the Christ Emphasis Week. He also appreciated the strong educational foundation from excellent professors of CPU. “CPU is really different. I cannot put it into one word,” he shared with a huge smile on his face.

When asked about his insight about the Central Spirit, he said, “It is the center of how I assess the patient. I look at the patient as a whole, not only on the physical illness but also I look for their spiritual needs.” In addition, he encouraged Centralian Nursing students to focus on their studies and to enjoy their stay in CPU.

Dr. Ortigoza, a graduate of CPU College of Nursing in 1991, was the inspirational speaker during the CPU College of Nursing Capping, Pinning and Candle Lighting Ceremony on December 6 at the Rose Memorial Auditorium.

The CPU AACC is an active alumni chapter which holds meeting every quarter to strengthen their relationships and makes use of the technology as they communicate on how they will be able to show their gratitude to CPU.

Meanwhile, the ever dynamic Dean of the CPU College of Nursing Atty. Salex E. Alibogha expressed his gratitude to the CPU AACC and all the Centralian Nurses both here and abroad. He is looking forward for its members to attend the Grand Alumni Homecoming 2020 on February 5-9, 2020 at Central Philippine University.