Bontoc, Mountain Province – Mountain Province State University (MPSU) celebrated a proud milestone as it honored 70 Latin awardees at the Gawad Mafikhas 2026: Honors Recognition and Thanksgiving Awards on May 22, 2026, at Basil and Lime Hall in Samoki, Bontoc.
This year’s cohort includes 68 cum laude and 2 magna cum laude graduates, the first and highest number of Latin honorees. The achievement underscores the institution’s deepening culture of academic rigor and its steadfast commitment to quality education.
In his message, MPSU President Dr. Edgar G. Cue lauded the honorees for their discipline and perseverance, noting that their success reflects both personal grit and the university’s mission to champion academic excellence.
“As you move forward, never forget those who raised and stood beside you as you pursued your dreams. Never forget the hands that sacrificed, the hearts that prayed, and the people who believed in you even during moments of doubt. Let your success always reflect their love and sacrifices. Never ever forget your parents,” Dr. Cue said.
As a gesture of recognition and appreciation for their hard work, perseverance, and dedication, Dr. Cue awarded tokens to the graduates during the ceremony.
The celebration concluded with a fellowship dinner that gathered honorees, their families, faculty, and university officials. It was a warm, meaningful evening, rich with gratitude, camaraderie, and shared pride, and a moment to strengthen bonds, exchange stories, and honor the collective success of the MPSU community.
𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨, 𝙈𝙋𝙎𝙐 𝙇𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣 𝘼𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙚𝙚𝙨!
