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CPU CON represents Philippine Sigma chapter at 10th BINC

by | Nov 6, 2026 | The Centralian Link | 0 comments

By Roselle Mitch G. Anas


Central Philippine University (CPU) College of Nursing (CON) faculty member Asst. Prof. Rennard Christian J. De Perio (right), and Mr. Roi Christian T. Pachica of BSN Class of 2026 (left) pose for a photo during EDUtech Asia 2026 at Sands Expo, Singapore on November 4-5, 2026.

Central Philippine University (CPU) College of Nursing (CON) faculty member and President of the Alpha Gamma Rho at-Large Chapter (Philippines), Alvin John H. Gustilo, MAN, led the Chapter Sharing and Panel Discussion during the 10th Biennial International Nursing Conference (BINC) and Sigma Asia Regional Conference held on October 27-28, 2026, at Universitas Indonesia, Depok, Indonesia.

Anchored on the theme “Shaping the Future of Healthcare through Compassion, Collaboration, and Technology,” the conference gathered nursing professionals and researchers from 14 countries, featuring 204 research abstracts composed of 170 oral presentations and 34 poster presentations.

Gustilo joined fellow Sigma chapter representatives in sharing organizational achievements and engaging in discussions aimed at strengthening partnerships and advancing nursing leadership and practice.

The chapter’s officers and leadership include President Alvin John Gustilo, Vice President Raymund Partisala, President-elect Melba C. Sale, Secretary Rodaniel Sevilla, Assistant Secretary Ma. Lourdes Sampiano, Treasurer Ma. Regina Coniza, Assistant Treasurer Henry Alcantara, Auditor Janette E. Yap, Assistant Auditor and Governance Committee Chair Joy Lacson; and Public Information Officer Louela C. Acedera.

Faculty Counselors Weni Marie Braza and Joan Perez also serve the chapter, alongside Leadership Succession Committee Chair Charlie Baldon.

Its Board of Directors is composed of Femarie Bedona, Grace Cerbas Uy, Rossinni Jovero, Betty Polido, and Geofrey Leysa, while its Council of Advisers includes Salex Alibogha, Easter Arora, Sarla Duller, Christine Villanueva Eyler, and Michael Tatoy.

CPU CON’s participation in the 10th BINC highlights CPU CON’s continuing commitment to international collaboration and global engagement in nursing education.