By Rusieljs G. Lunasco

Onesiforo Berina Jr. from the College of Theology, is this year’s recipient of the Alton Bigelow Alma Mater Award.

Bachelor of Theology student Onesiforo Berina Jr., bagged the Alton Bigelow Alma Mater Award, the highest distinction given to an honor graduate of the University.

Berina, who will be graduating magna cum laude, hails from Sagay City, Negros Occidental.

“Honestly, I’m still overwhelmed and full of amazement. I can’t help but thank God, the giver of all good and perfect gifts,” said Berina. He also added that he is grateful for all the help, support, and encouragement of his family, friends and mentors, the College of Theology, and the Central Echo.

Berina was a former Editor-in-Chief (2017-2018) and Associate Editor (2019-2020) of the Central Echo and a member of the University Church Choir. He has represented the Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches in various seminars spearheaded by the National Council of Churches in the Philippines.

Aside from being the Alma Mater Awardee, Berina is also a recipient of the Iwag Award for Journalism (Philippine Information Agency) and the Central Echo Award of Excellence for Journalism.