NINE Bachelor of Science major in Civil Engineering graduates earned recognition for their accomplishments in academics and leadership during their college years.
The Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE) Iloilo Chapter held its first virtual PICE Iloilo Student Awards on August 30, 2021 to adapt with the logistical challenges and health and safety protocols in the wake of the ongoing pandemic.
Among the awardees, five come from the Central Philippine University (CPU), one each from the University of Iloilo – PHINMA (UI) and the University of San Agustin (USA), and two from the Western Institute of Technology (WIT).
The Academic Excellence award is conferred to honor graduates while the Leadership Award is conferred to presidents of the PICE student chapter of the respective schools.
The lead among the awardees was Christian Ruiz from CPU who earned both the Leadership Award and Academic Excellence Award.
His schoolmates, Clarezza Mae Dolor, Frank Lloyd Magno, Madrigal Mandalawi and Jason Sobrevega, were also conferred the Academic Excellence Awards.
Meanwhile, Arianne Shane Sogo-an of UI and Donna Saquilon were conferred with a Leadership Awards.
For WIT, Narbie Joy Paclibar was conferred with the Academic Excellence Award while Janice Tillor was conferred with the Leadership Award.
In his opening message, PICE Iloilo Chapter President Oscar “Richard” Garin, Jr., emphasized the importance of the civil engineering profession and its contribution to the society.
“This is a celebration of what [we have] accomplished at the core of our organization. Our values of fraternity, camarederie and fellowship… committed to society’s progress and development,” he shared in his message.
On the other hand, Engr. Antonio Belarga, PICE Iloilo Chapter ex-officio and Immediate Past President rendered an inspirational message and reminded the graduates that they are entering a new phase in their lives as professions.
“You [will be] on your own and your preparations to become successful civil engineers depend on you… Nevertheless, we wish you all the best and we look forward to having you as active members of the PICE,” he ended his speech with this challenge to the new graduates.
The PICE Iloilo Chapter confers these awards annually and are usually given during separate occasions in each respective higher education institution.
Due to the pandemic and with the lack of graduation ceremonies or any gathering, the Board of Directors decided to hold this virtual event in lieu of the past tradition. (PICE Iloilo/RAM)
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