SEMPER GRATUS: Garbo ug Pagdayeg

February 2025 in CTU-Argao marked the celebration of its 80th year with a commemorative activities including a Gala Night at the Kalampusan gym. The event was made to pay tribute to the dedication of the Deans, faculty, and university officials, while also recognizing the contributions of organization presidents, special guests. and the institution’s rich history while leading on to its continued success.

Semper Gratus: “Garbo ug Pagdayeg”. This very theme speaks of the profound gratitude and pride it hold for those who have devoted themselves to the pursuit of excellence. The Garbo sa CTU-AC Gala Night unfolded in grandeur on February 18, 2025, at the Kalampusan Gymnasium highlights a luminous tribute to the institution’s legacy, bringing together esteemed educators, devoted partners, and distinguished guests in a night of honor and appreciation.

The event commenced with the alumni and stakeholders gracing the red carpet, flaunting not just their outfits but also their unwavering pride and deep connection to the institution. Their presence was not a blinding light, but a guiding glow which reveals the indelible imprint they have left upon the university and the hearts of its students.

Groups of accolades presented and each colleges were proudly recognized its respective Awardees: One is the Timeless Torchbearer Award: Honoring an Icon of Tradition and Innovation, bestowed upon the Most Distinguished Alumnus/Alumna. COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES: Dr. Marcelina S. Deiparine (Program Chair, BAEL, CTU-Argao) COLLEGE OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT AND TOURISM: Mr. Jessbone D. Bajenting (Peers Services Officer Level 3, Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino) COLLEGE OF EDUCATION: Mr. Edel Brian M. Bardinas (Public Schools District Supervisor, DepEd Carcar City Division) COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING: • Mr. Vince Aaron Genodipa (Team Lead – Senior Application Developer, Byte Pulse IT Solutions / MIMS Mobile Developer) OSLOB-GINATILAN EXTENSION: Hermaine Catherine T. Canania (Senior Software Engineer, Accenture) GRADUATE SCHOOL: Dr. Jean S. Dabasol (President, Carcar City College).

The Excellence in Instructional Partnership Award, bestowed upon the Outstanding Partner or Collaborator for Instructional Improvement. The Awardees are: COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, FORESTRY, AND ENVIRONMENT: Department of Agriculture Region VII (Angel C. Enriquez, CESO III, Regional Director) COLLEGE OF HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT: • Waterfront Cebu Hotel & Casino (Jessbone D. Bajenting, Peers Services Officer Level 3) COLLEGE OF EDUCATION: • Argao National High School (Mrs. Elma M. Larumbe, Principal IV) • Argao Central Elementary School (Chona Z. Bayang, Principal II); COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING: Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc. (Mr. Louie Bagoyado – VP, Information Technology)• Fast Auto World Philippines – Mitsubishi Motors (Mr. Guiles Gorillo, Service Manager); OSLOB-GINATILAN EXTENSION: • DINNOX IT Solutions (Baumel L. Tandogon, CEO/Owner)

The Catalyst for Community Empowerment Award, bestowed upon Outstanding Partner or Collaborator for Extension Projects. The Awardees: COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, FORESTRY, AND ENVIRONMENT: • Organisadong Grupo sa Mag-uumang Diosnon (OGMAD) (Cleonil Panerio, President) COLLEGE OF ART AND SCIENCES: • Children in Conflict with the Law Regional Rehabilitation Center for Youth, Region 7 (Aileen G. Cuevas, SWO V, Center head)• Usmad National High School ( Dr. Cristino O. Carreon, Principal II) COLLEGE OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT AND TOURISM: • Bogo Black smith Workers Association (Scott Davin, Association President) • Butong Upland Farmers Association (Charlone B. Cambalon, Brgy Councilor / Committee on Tourism / BUFA Member) COLLEGE OF EDUCATION: • Argao National High School ( Mrs. Elma M. Larumbe, Principal IV) • Holistic Coalition of the Willing (HoliCoW), Inc. (Divina V. Palao, Managing Director) COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING: • Local Government Unit – Boljoon (Joie Genesse N. Derama, Mayor and Mr. Ronald Villanueva, Municipal Budget Officer) • Butong Unified Farmers Association (BUFA) (Hon. Babelito Sarile, Brgy. Captain) CTU-OsGin Extension – Local Government Unit – Oslob (Hon. Atty Ronald L. Guaren, Local Chief Executive): • Local Government Unit – Ginatilan (Hon. Roy Vincent P. Singco, Local Chief Executive)

The Synergy for Discovery Award: Honoring Research Excellence, bestowed upon the Outstanding Partner or Collaborator for Research Initiatives. The Awardees: COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING: • Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc. (Mr. Jonar Dorado – Chief Operating Officer) • Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Region VII (Jonathan Fernandez, Focal Person from SLP Region VII) CTU-OsGin Extension – Independent (Matias R. Soriano, Consultant): • Local Government Unit – Ginatilan (Hon. Roy Vincent P. Singco, Local Chief Executive).

SEMPER GRATUS: Garbo ug Pagdayeg. Like the ethereal auroras that dance across the polar skies, their brilliance painted the heavens with colors of gratitude and inspiration. | SR-Ace Axl T. Baricog, ICPAO-ECR