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PCU Manila 86th Commencement Exercises

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🎓 86th Commencement Exercises 🎓

Philippine Christian University Manila proudly celebrates the 86th Commencement Exercises for the College and Juris Doctor graduates.

This momentous occasion marks the culmination of years of hard work, perseverance, sacrifice, and dedication. Today, we honor our graduates as they embark on a new chapter of their lives, equipped with knowledge, skills, and values grounded in PCU’s enduring commitment to Faith, Character, and Service.

To our graduates, may you continue to pursue excellence, lead with integrity, and make meaningful contributions to your professions and communities. Your achievements are a testament to your determination and the unwavering support of your families, mentors, and loved ones.

As you leave the halls of PCU and step into the world as professionals and leaders, carry with you the lessons, values, and spirit of service that define the Philippine Christian University experience.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! The future awaits, and we are proud of all that you have accomplished.

Faith. Character. Service.

Philippine Christian University Champions Education Quality Excellence Through CHED Monitoring

admin — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:44:33 +0000

Philippine Christian University Champions Education Quality Excellence Through CHED Monitoring

Philippine Christian University (PCU) proudly highlights the successful conduct of the Quality Assurance Monitoring spearheaded by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) from March 24 to 26, 2026.

This comprehensive evaluation covered a wide range of academic programs, including:

AB & BS Psychology
BS Social Work
Teacher Education (BEED, BSED, BPED)
Engineering Programs (Electronics, Electrical, Industrial, Civil)
BS Nursing
BS Nutrition and Dietetics
BS Real Estate Management
BS Criminology
BS Customs Administration
BS Accountancy

Holistic Quality Assurance in Action

The monitoring process involved ocular visits and document validation across vital student service units such as the Library, Registrar, Student Affairs Office, Clinic, Community Extension, Culture and Arts, Research, Alumni, and other key offices.

State-of-the-art learning facilities—including Nursing Laboratories, Simulation Rooms, and Criminology Laboratories—were physically inspected and evaluated. Meanwhile, Computer, Electronics, Electrical, and Digital Laboratories were assessed through video recordings and virtual tours, ensuring that PCU maintains high standards in both physical and digital learning environments.

Commitment to Continuous Improvement

PCU expresses its sincere gratitude to the CHED Education Supervisors, Education Team Leaders, and members of the Regional Quality Assessment Team (RQAT) for their thorough and insightful evaluation.

The University fully acknowledges all recommendations and remains firmly committed to:

Addressing all compliance requirements
Enhancing institutional processes
Strengthening academic delivery
Ensuring excellence in education and student services

Acknowledging Our Esteemed Evaluators

PCU extends heartfelt appreciation to the dedicated CHED and RQAT members who meticulously reviewed programs, systems, and facilities throughout the three-day monitoring.

March 24, 2026

(Social Sciences & Teacher Education)

RQAT Team:

Dr. John Mark Distor and Dr. Pricila Marzan (AB & BS Psychology)
Ms. Marilyn Formento Manuel and Ms. Cristel Trinidad (BS Social Work)
Dr. Caroline Sumande, Dr. Victoria Naval, and Dr. Jasper Vincent Alontaga (Teacher Education)

CHED Education Supervisors and SAS Representatives:

Ms. Gabriela Alexandra Tayag – Supervising Education Specialist
Ms. Maridel Negradas – Education Supervisor II
Ms. Rochelle Jimenes – Education Supervisor II
Mr. Sharn Rosmer Baluyot – Education Supervisor II
Ms. Rowena Malabanan – Education Supervisor II (Students Affairs Services)
OIC, SEPS/CEPS

March 25, 2026

(Business, Engineering, Health and Allied Programs, and Teacher Education)

RQAT Team:

Engr. Glenn Ortiz (BS Electrical Engineering)
Engr. Erwin Ordovez (BS Electronics Engineering)
Dr. Zachariah John Belmonte (BS Industrial Engineering)
Engr. Maricel Ochoa (BS Civil Engineering)
Dr. Camelita Divinagracia (BS Nursing)
Asst. Prof. Kathleen Cruzada (BS Nutrition & Dietetics)
Mr. Norvin Palma (BS Real Estate Management)
Dr. Caroline Sumande, Dr. Victoria Naval, and Dr. Jasper Vincent Alontaga (Teacher Education)

CHED Education Supervisors and SAS Representatives:

Mr. Victorino Datuin – CEPS, CHED-NCR
Ms. Maridel Negradas – Education Supervisor II
Ms. Annalyn Diaz – Education Supervisor II
Ms. Marife Flores – Education Supervisor II
Ms. Rochelle Jimenez – Education Supervisor II
Atty Ritchie Salubre – Education Supervisor II
OIC SEPS/CEPS

March 26, 2026

(Business, Criminology, Customs Administration, and Teacher Education)

RQAT Team:

Dr. Desire G. Estrada (BS Criminology)
Al Jayson A. Gallardo, CPA (BS Accountancy)
Mr. Wilfredo A. Caingcoy (BS Customs Administration)
Dr. Caroline Sumande, Dr. Victoria Naval, and Dr. Jasper Vincent Alontaga (Teacher Education)

CHED Education Supervisors and SAS Representatives:

Ms. Maridel Negradas – Education Supervisor II
Atty. Richie Salubre – Education Supervisor II
Mr. Sonny Lukban – Education Supervisor II
Ms. Rochelle Jimenez – Education Supervisor II

Acknowledging Our Academic Administrators

PCU likewise recognizes the invaluable contributions of its academic leaders, deans, program heads, and administrative officers whose collective efforts ensured the success of the monitoring activity. Their leadership and dedication continue to uphold the University’s standards of excellence in instruction, research, and service.

Moving Forward with Excellence

With a positive outlook and unwavering dedication, PCU embraces all necessary enhancements to further elevate its academic standards and institutional effectiveness—ensuring that every learner receives quality, relevant, and transformative education.

PCU Manila Senior High School Holds 100th Commencement Exercises

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Philippine Christian University Manila Senior High School Holds 100th Commencement Exercises

Philippine Christian University (PCU) Manila Senior High School successfully held its 100th Commencement Exercises on March 25, 2026, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s long-standing tradition of academic excellence and commitment to holistic education.

The momentous event celebrated the achievements of the graduating class, recognizing their hard work, perseverance, and dedication throughout their academic journey. It also highlighted the invaluable support of parents, faculty members, and the entire PCU community in guiding the students toward success.

The ceremony was honored by the presence of Rhodora Angela Fernandez-Ferrer, PhD, Executive Director of the Private Education Assistance Committee (PEAC), who served as the Guest Speaker. In her commencement address, Dr. Ferrer emphasized the importance of resilience, integrity, and lifelong learning as the graduates prepare to face the challenges of higher education and the professional world.

The 100th commencement not only commemorates the accomplishments of the Class of 2026 but also reflects PCU Manila’s enduring legacy of providing quality education grounded in Christian values. As the institution continues to uphold its mission, it remains steadfast in developing globally competitive graduates equipped with knowledge, skills, and strong moral foundations.

Philippine Christian University Manila takes pride in this historic celebration and looks forward to the continued success of its graduates as they contribute meaningfully to society.

PCU Manila Holds 86th Graduate School Commencement Exercises

admin — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 02:55:26 +0000

PCU Manila Holds 86th Graduate School Commencement Exercises

Philippine Christian University – Manila successfully held its 86th Commencement Exercises for the Graduate School on March 14, 2026, celebrating the academic achievements and perseverance of its graduate students.

The ceremony recognized the hard work, discipline, and commitment demonstrated by the graduates throughout their academic journey. It served as a significant milestone as they formally completed their advanced studies and prepared to take on greater responsibilities in their respective professions and communities.

The University was honored to welcome Dr. Jovito J. Sermonia, Jr. as the commencement speaker. Dr. Sermonia currently serves as the Chairperson of the Church Council of Knox United Methodist Church and President of Non-Stop Overseas Employment Corp. In his address, he inspired the graduates to pursue excellence, lead with integrity, and remain steadfast in their commitment to service and lifelong learning.

Aligned with its vision as a Digital Borderless Multiversity, Philippine Christian University continues to equip its graduates with globally relevant competencies, values-driven education, and the ability to adapt in an ever-evolving world.

The University extends its warmest congratulations to the Graduate School Class of 2024 and wishes them continued success in their future endeavors.

𝙋𝘾𝙐 𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙂𝙡𝙤𝙗𝙖𝙡 𝙃𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙯𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙮𝙤𝙢 𝙒𝙖𝙩 𝙈𝙖𝙞𝙠𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙩𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙎𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙤𝙡, 𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙.

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𝙋𝘾𝙐 𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙂𝙡𝙤𝙗𝙖𝙡 𝙃𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙯𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙮𝙤𝙢 𝙒𝙖𝙩 𝙈𝙖𝙞𝙠𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙩𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙎𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙤𝙡, 𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙.

Philippine Christian University formalized an internship partnership for the College of Education with Mathayom Wat Maikrongtong School in Thailand through a Memorandum of Agreement signed by Dr. Junifen F. Gauuan, Dr. Margie Dela Cruz, and Dr. Vida T. Dones, together with the partner school’s representatives. The collaboration provides students with international teaching experiences, strengthens their professional and cultural competencies, and prepares future educators for meaningful global engagement.

PCU–CHTM Successfully Concludes Asia Pacific Institute for Events Management (APIEM) Accreditation Audit

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PCU–CHTM Successfully Concludes Asia Pacific Institute for Events Management (APIEM) Accreditation Audit

On November 14, 2025, the Philippine Christian University – College of Hospitality and Tourism Management (Manila & Dasmariñas Campuses, including the Graduate School)** reached a significant milestone** as we officially concluded the Asia Pacific Institute for Events Management (APIEM) accreditation audit.

Over the past days, our faculty, academic teams, and administrative units have demonstrated the strength, innovation, and global readiness of our Hospitality and Tourism Management programs.

With pride and gratitude, we affirm that this rigorous process has strengthened our commitment to international academic excellence and further elevated our standards for global competitiveness.

🙏 Gratitude to Our Leadership and Academic Community
Our heartfelt appreciation to:
⭐ Dr. Junifen F. Gauuan, University President
⭐ Dr. Margie Dela Cruz, Vice President for Academics and Globalization
⭐ Our Academic Support Group, dedicated CHTM Faculty Teams, and our valuable students

Your unwavering support, guidance, and collaborative spirit were vital in successfully completing the APIEM evaluation process.

Philippine Christian University Celebrates Its 85th Commencement Exercises

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Philippine Christian University Celebrates Its 85th Commencement Exercises

October 14, 2025 – SMX Convention Center, Pasay City

The Philippine Christian University (PCU) proudly marked a momentous milestone as it held its 85th Commencement Exercises for the Graduate School on October 14, 2025, at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City.

This year’s ceremony celebrated the academic excellence, perseverance, and dedication of PCU’s Master’s and Doctoral graduates—individuals who have demonstrated not only intellectual achievement but also unwavering commitment to leadership and service in their respective fields.

Gracing the afternoon ceremony as Guest Speaker was Atty. Marco Cicero F. Domingo, CESE, Director of the Commission on Higher Education – National Capital Region (CHED–NCR). Atty. Domingo delivered an inspiring address that resonated deeply with the graduates, urging them to lead with integrity, compassion, and a sense of purpose as they step into new chapters of their professional and personal journeys.

The event reflected PCU’s enduring mission to nurture graduates who embody the university’s core values of Faith, Character, and Service—principles that guide every PCUian in their pursuit of excellence and contribution to society.

As the university community proudly celebrates this academic milestone, it extends heartfelt congratulations to the PCU Graduate School Class of 2025. 💙

May you continue to shine and serve as beacons of faith-driven leadership in your chosen fields and beyond.

Call for Papers: 3rd PCU Research Congress

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Call for Papers: 3rd PCU Research Congress

We are excited to announce that the 3rd Philippine Christian University (PCU) Research Congress is now
open for submissions!

We invite the entire PCU Community—alumni, faculty members, administrators, and students—to showcase your research and scholarly work. All submissions will undergo a blind peer review, and only the best of the best (10–15 papers) will be selected for presentation at the congress.

Last year, PCU Manila Senior High School proudly dominated the competition—4 out of 10 accepted papers came from SHS researchers, out of more than 100 submissions! Will your paper rise to the top this year?

When: October 4, 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 NN
Where: 7th Floor, Science and Technology Building, PCU Manila

How to Submit: Scan the QR Code below to submit your paper.

This year’s congress is part of the celebration of PCU’s 79th Founding Anniversary and is proudly organized by the Institute for Research, Innovation, and Sustainability (IRIS) in cooperation with EduHeart Book Publishing and the International Organization of Educators and Researchers, Inc. (IOER).

Don’t miss this opportunity to share your research and be recognized as one of PCU’s finest!

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗹𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗟𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗮𝗺!

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𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗹𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗟𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗮𝗺!

PCU Produces Topnotchers in April 2025 Real Estate Broker Licensure Exam

The Philippine Christian University – College of Business Administration and Accountancy (PCU-CBAA) proudly congratulates its graduates who achieved exemplary success in the April 2025 Real Estate Broker Licensure Examination. With an impressive institutional performance, PCU has once again proven its excellence as a Top Performing School.

Topnotchers from PCU:

🥇 Top 1: Russell De Guzman BuenCamino – 91.50%
🎖️ Top 6: Nicole Ching Rodil – 89.75%
🎖️ Top 6: Wendell Bregondot Tan – 89.75%
🎖️ Top 9: Romael Abanes Daytiquez – 88.75%

PCU’s outstanding passing rates:

PCU Manila – CBAA Passing Rate: 86.31%
PCU Manila Overall Passing Rate: 83.34%
National Passing Rate: 75.01%

This remarkable achievement is a testament to the university’s commitment to academic excellence and character development. We commend our topnotchers, faculty, and everyone who contributed to this milestone. PCU continues to be a leading institution in shaping competent and principled real estate professionals in the Philippines.

Congratulations once again to our topnotchers and the entire PCU community!

Philippine Christian University Hosts Historic Cultural and Educational Exchange with Papua New Guinea Delegation.

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Philippine Christian University Hosts Historic Cultural and Educational Exchange with Papua New Guinea Delegation.

May 5, 2025 | Manila, Philippines — In a celebration of international unity and academic collaboration, the Philippine Christian University (PCU) welcomed distinguished guests from Papua New Guinea for a momentous event held at the 7th Floor of the Science and Technology Building, PCU Taft Avenue Campus. Themed “Bridging Nations, Building Futures Through Education & Culture,” the program aimed to strengthen ties between the two nations through shared educational and cultural values.

The event commenced with the Entrance of Colors, followed by a solemn invocation led by Dr. Marjorie DG Dela Cruz, MD, MBA, Ph.D., and accompanied by the PCU Manila Vocal Ensemble. Both the Philippine and Papua New Guinea national anthems were performed, setting a tone of respect, unity, and celebration.

PCU President Dr. Junifen F. Gauuan, Ph.D., delivered the opening remarks, underscoring the university’s ongoing commitment to global partnerships and inclusive education. The audience was then treated to moving musical performances by the PCU Manila Vocal Ensemble, including powerful renditions of “Soon Ah Will Be Done” and “Amazing Grace.”

A key highlight was the welcome message from the Honorable Benjamin Mul, MP, Member of Parliament for North Waghi Open and Founder & President of Waigani Christian College and Papua New Guinea Christian University. He emphasized the critical importance of cross-cultural collaboration in nation-building.

The celebration continued with an uplifting intermission performance by the PCU College Choral, followed by a keynote address from the Honorable Minister Kinoka Hotune Feo, MP, Minister of the Department of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology (DHERST) of Papua New Guinea. Minister Feo highlighted the transformative power of education and the value of fostering deeper academic linkages between Papua New Guinea and the Philippines.

The audience was further inspired by a stirring performance from the PCU Grand Choir, featuring selections such as “You’ll Never Walk Alone,” “Climb Every Mountain,” and the “Hallelujah Chorus.”

The event concluded with a closing prayer led by Rev. Ricardo Bernardino, PhD., PCU Chaplain, followed by a lunch fellowship. Guests also enjoyed a cultural show by the PCU Dance Troupe, engaged in dialogue with university administrators, and toured the campus.

This landmark gathering marked a significant milestone in PCU’s internationalization efforts and reinforced its role as a bridge between cultures, united by the shared goal of educational excellence.