{"id":8036,"date":"2026-05-27T21:19:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-27T13:19:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mpsu.edu.ph\/?p=8036"},"modified":"2026-05-29T09:22:18","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T01:22:18","slug":"539-graduates-march-at-mpsu-bontocs-55th-commencement-exercises-for-2nd-batch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mpsu.edu.ph\/?p=8036","title":{"rendered":"539 Graduates March at MPSU Bontoc\u2019s 55th Commencement Exercises for 2nd Batch"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/mpsu1969\/posts\/pfbid02L4KpVrWELDN6Awe5n1Vs1jJ3FD2AshuEnP6ctwdrGS1pxTDXS9k3eEmRzQh3pNNyl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/mpsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/708103141_122189358776610169_4627369000083903844_n-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8038\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mpsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/708103141_122189358776610169_4627369000083903844_n-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mpsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/708103141_122189358776610169_4627369000083903844_n-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mpsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/708103141_122189358776610169_4627369000083903844_n-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mpsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/708103141_122189358776610169_4627369000083903844_n-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mpsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/708103141_122189358776610169_4627369000083903844_n-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/mpsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/708103141_122189358776610169_4627369000083903844_n.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">27 May 2026 \u2013 A total of 539 graduates received their diplomas during the 55th Commencement Exercises of the second batch of the MPSU-Bontoc Campus, held at the Eyeb Grounds in Bontoc, Mountain Province. The ceremony carried the theme, \u201cBrewing Excellence: Cultivating Highland Heritage, Roasting Potentials, and Savoring Global Success.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once again, MPSU President Dr. Edgar G. Cue proudly introduced Honorable Amenah F. Pangandaman, 12th Secretary of the Department of Budget and Management, as the guest of honor and speaker. Secretary Pangandaman\u2019s remarkable accomplishments and exemplary leadership served as an inspiration to the graduating class as they embark on a new chapter of their lives. Dr. Cue also highlighted the Secretary\u2019s significant contributions not only in budget and administrative governance, but also in advancing community engagement initiatives and public service beyond government reform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In her message, Secretary Pangandaman shared that the University carries a deeper identity rooted in \u201cthe spirit of the highlands, the strength of its peoples, and the aroma of coffee that tells stories of culture, hard work, patience, and pride.\u201d She also lauded the exemplary students for their academic excellence and meaningful impact on their communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The graduating class consists of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 315 graduates from the College of Healthcare Education under the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 164 graduates from the College of Accountancy, Business Management, and Information Technology:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 26 Bachelor of Science in Accountancy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 39 Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Major in Financial Management<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 13 Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Major in Marketing Management<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 55 Bachelor of Science in Information Technology<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 31 Bachelor of Science in Office Administration<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 60 graduates from the College of International Hospitality and Sustainable Tourism Management:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 27 Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 33 Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">University officials, community members, parents, guardians, families, and friends attended the program. Also present during the celebration were Hon. Serafin L. Ngohayon, OIC-CHED Regional Director; CSC-CAR Regional Director Fernando O. Mendoza; and Director Anita Verina T. 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