Celebrating the grit, excellence, and achievements of its successful licensure examinees, the University of Northern Philippines – College of Engineering hosted the Testimonial Luncheon 2026 on October 15, 2026 at the UNP Tadena Hall.
Anchored on the theme, “Beyond the Board: Celebrating Grit, Excellence, and Engineering Success,” the event paid tribute to successful examinees of the Civil, Sanitary, and Geodetic Engineers Licensure Examinations held in August and September 2026. It recognized their perseverance, discipline, and dedication in overcoming the demands of their respective examinations, marking a significant milestone as they transitioned from academic preparation to professional practice.
The celebration opened with a Thanksgiving Mass at the UNP Chapel, expressing gratitude for the examinees’ achievements, followed by a motorcade around Metro Vigan ahead of the testimonial luncheon. The gathering brought together university officials, faculty members, students, and the honorees in a shared celebration of the College of Engineering’s licensure examination passers, whose accomplishments reflect their hard work and commitment to their chosen engineering fields.
Messages of congratulations and inspiration from university leaders and alumni highlighted the significance of perseverance, professional integrity, and sustained commitment to excellence in achieving success in the engineering profession. UNP President Dr. Erwin Cadorna, Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Rolando Navarro, Vice President for Finance and Administration Mr. Albert Tejero, and Alumni Regent Hon. Nestor Pajaro commended the successful examinees for their dedication and hard work, encouraging them to uphold the highest standards of competence, ethics, and responsibility as they embark on their professional careers.
The speakers also recognized that the board passers’ achievements were made possible not only by their individual determination but also by the collective support of their faculty members, families, and the wider university community. Their messages reaffirmed UNP’s commitment to provide quality education and produce competent, principled, and service-oriented professionals who can contribute meaningfully to the development of their communities and the nation.
College of Engineering Dean Dr. Nelia Verzosa expressed pride in the successful examinees, commending their perseverance, dedication, and unwavering pursuit of excellence. Also present at the celebration was Alumni Regent Dr. Marlou Savella, who joined university officials, faculty members, and other guests in honoring the achievements of the college’s newly licensed engineers.
A major highlight of the event was the recognition of Engr. Russel Rabanal Retreta, who earned Top 9 in the September 2026 Geodetic Engineers Licensure Examination. In recognition of his outstanding performance, he received a cash incentive from the UNP Federated Alumni Association, along with additional financial incentives from the personal contributions of Engr. Theresa Palomares and Engr. Alwin Pido. These gestures of support celebrated his achievement and reflected the university community’s commitment to recognize and reward excellence among its graduates.
Through the Testimonial Luncheon 2026, the UNP College of Engineering reaffirmed its dedication to honor academic achievement, professional competence, and perseverance. The celebration also served as an inspiration for aspiring engineers to pursue their ambitions with determination, uphold integrity in their chosen professions, and use their knowledge and skills to contribute to community development and nation-building.
Article by Romel San Diego Jr.
