By Karren Jay G. Asgar

Newly elected officers of the CPU College of Agriculture – Agriculture Retirees Urban Gardening Association (CPU ARUGA), along with CPU President Rev. Dr. Ernest Howard B. Dagohoy and members of the CPUAAI Board of Trustees, took a photo opportunity during the induction ceremony held on May 16, 2025, at the Alumni Conference Room.

On May 16, 2025, the Central Philippine University Alumni Association, Inc. (CPUAAI) held the induction of the Central Philippine University College of Agriculture – Agriculture Retirees Urban Gardening Association (CPUCA-ARUGA) at the Alumni Conference Room.

The event gathered prominent individuals who now make up the core members of CPU ARUGA—an organization focused on promoting sustainable urban gardening practices while strengthening camaraderie among its members.

The highlight of the event was the induction of the newly elected officers, administered by CPU President Rev. Dr. Ernest Howard B. Dagohoy. Members of the Central Philippine University Alumni Association, Inc. (CPUAAI) Board of Trustees were also in attendance to show their support for the organization.

The formation and induction of CPU ARUGA signals a continued commitment among CPU alumni to champion sustainable living, environmental stewardship, and lifelong learning—values that have long been part of the university’s mission.

During the oath of newly elected officers of the CPU College of Agriculture – Agriculture Retirees Urban Gardening Association (CPU ARUGA), administered by CPU President Rev. Dr. Ernest Howard B. Dagohoy.

Below is the new set of officers of the CPU Agriculture Retirees Urban Gardening Association (CPU ARUGA):