The College of Health Sciences honored 753 clinical graduates during its 29th Clinical Graduation and Recognition Program held on May 26, 2025, at the UNP Gymnasium.
There were 84 graduates from the Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science, 96 from Emergency Health Services, and 59 from Midwifery. Non-degree programs also celebrated milestone completions, with 115 graduates from the Certificate in Health Aid, 127 from Emergency Medical Responder, 126 from Emergency Medical Technician, 87 from Certificate in Midwifery, and 54 from the Diploma in Midwifery.
The ceremony recognized not only the completion of clinical training but also academic excellence. A total of 97 Latin honorees were awarded across programs. The Bachelor’s programs saw 21 cum laude graduates—four from BSMLS, nine from BSEHS, and eight from BSM. The rest came from the diploma and certificate tracks, with six honorees from the Diploma in Midwifery, 33 from the Certificate in Midwifery (including one with high honors), seven from Health Aid, and ten from Emergency Medical Responder. Twenty more received honors from the EMT program..
The event also recognized achievers in clinical proficiency, cultural performance, and sports.
Guest speaker Dr. John Michaelle Santos, CHS Alumnus of 2017, encouraged graduates to live with purpose through the Japanese philosophy of “Ikigai,” stressing the balance between passion, mission, vocation, and profession.
Batch valedictorian Regine Flores, top graduate from BSEHS, expressed heartfelt gratitude to families, teachers, and peers. “This victory is not mine alone. It belongs to everyone who believed in me,” she said, drawing applause from the crowd.
Dean Dr. Joussie Bermio, along with other university officials, led the presentation of plaques, certificates, and clinical completion documents. The ceremony ended with professional oaths and loyalty pledges led by the top graduates of each program.
The gymnasium was filled with emotion as students, faculty, and families marked the transition from student life to professional service.
Article by Ace Danielle Avero
