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CPU hosts FAFQI, IAVAI, and PAFI Scholarship Awarding Ceremony

by | Jan 30, 2026 | Centralian Link

By Karren Jay G. Asgar


A Certificate of Recognition was awarded to Mr. Melvin Espiga (2nd from right) of the Philippine-Australian Foundation, Inc. (PAFI) Victoria, led by CPU President Rev. Dr. Ernest Howard B. Dagohoy (right), assisted by Pastor Alfred C. Morales (left) and Asst. Prof. Johanna Faith M. Candido (2nd from left).

On January 23, 2026, Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ (CPU) hosted the Filipino-Australian Foundation of Queensland, Inc. (FAFQI), Ilonggo Association of Victoria, Australia, Inc. (IAVAI), and Philippine-Australian Foundation, Inc. (PAFI) Victoria Scholarship Awarding Ceremony, organized by the Student Development and Programs and led by Pastor Alfred C. Morales, Director, at the Educational Media Center (EMC) Conference Room.

The ceremony opened with the singing of the Philippine National Anthem and the CPU Alma Mater Song, conducted and led by Mrs. Sheila A. Java, followed by the singing of the Australian National Anthem. This was followed by an invocation led by Pastor Neva Grace L. Fabila, Associate Pastor for Campus Ministry. Welcome remarks were delivered by CPU President Rev. Dr. Ernest Howard B. Dagohoy, who expressed heartfelt gratitude for the generosity of the donors and partners, noting that their support continues to transform the lives of CPU work students.

Messages were then shared by Mr. Melvin Espiga of PAFI Victoria, Mr. Mauro Somodio of FAFQI, and Mr. Ivan Monte of Big Leap Global, who drew from their personal experiences as former work students of CPU, underscoring how the UniversityÄ¢¹½ÊÓƵ™s support enabled them to complete their education despite financial challenges. They shared that the scholarship program is a meaningful way of giving back and sustaining CPUÄ¢¹½ÊÓƵ™s long-standing commitment to helping students pursue higher education and build better futures. After their messages, the CPU Tumandok Dance Company rendered a special number.


A scholarship certificate was presented to a student recipient, assisted by Assoc. Prof. Annalie D. Gilongos (2nd from left); Pastor Alfred C. Morales (left); Asst. Prof. Johanna Faith M. Candido (3rd from left); Dr. Cecile Gonzales Dagohoy (3rd from right); and Mr. Ivan Monte (right), CEO of Big Leap Global.

Certificates of recognition were awarded to donor organizations and individual contributors for their continued support of CPU scholarship programs. The awarding was led by Rev. Dr. Dagohoy, assisted with Pastor Alfred C. Morales, Director of Student Development and Programs, and Asst. Prof. Johanna Faith M. Candido, Officer-in-Charge of the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs.

Meanwhile, scholarship certificates were presented to student recipients supported by FAFQI, IAVAI, PAFI Victoria, and other donors. The awarding was assisted by Assoc. Prof. Annalie D. Gilongos, Coordinator of the Working Student Scholarship Program (WSSP); Pastor Morales; Asst. Prof. Candido; Dr. Cecile Gonzales Dagohoy; and the donors who were present at the event.

The ceremony concluded with closing remarks by Pastor Morales and a closing prayer by Pastor Fabila, with the program led by Prof. Praise E. Glory as Master of Ceremony.

The following are this yearÄ¢¹½ÊÓƵ™s scholarship recipients and their respective donors:

A. Filipino-Australian Foundation of Queensland, Inc. (FAFQI) and Individual Donors Solicited by FAFQI Donors

Province Name Course/Year Donor
1. Antique Robles, Angelo L BSSW Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ“ 3 FAFQI
2. Capiz Lopez, Mary Love B BSBABM Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ“ 3 FAFQI
3. Guimaras Diomo, Trixie Joy I BS A Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ“ 2 FAFQI
4. Iloilo Amoto, Alaiza N BSSW Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ“ 3 FAFQI
5. Iloilo City Baloyo, Ma. Celeteste Ann A BSSW Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ“ 2 FAFQI
6. Negros Occ. Mata, Lovely Rose D BPEd Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ“ 3 FAFQI

INDIVIDUAL DONORS

  • Somodio Family
Cabrera, Mistie Babes G. BSA 2
  • Engr. Arnold Dupit
Bustamante, Trixie Ann Marie P BSSW 3
Cajutol, Nikkie C BSMA 3
Diamante, Dominique Khasandra BSBAMM 3
Dugan, Gerlie B BSEd 3
Genilo, Joeralyn G BSBAFM 4
Guzman, Ericka M BSBAFM 4
Jampayas, Allanah Krizzia J BSBAFM 4
Lacatan, Ma. Jelyn C BSBAFM 3
Nepuen, Jerah May BSBABM 3
Rulona, Kristel Jane S BSMA 3
  • Remelyn Recoter
Paraonda, Rhea Jane G BS ITÌý 2
Severo, Trisha Mae F BS Psyc 2
  • Rachel Gaje Hansen
Cerdania, Shii Ann RozzÌý A BSSW 3
  • Leah Gaje Grewal
Escalona, Cheecky Mae V BSBAMM 3
Espera, Kate E BSTM 3
  • Dr. Isagani Catedral
Habagat, Kimberly R BSBAFM 3
  • Eufrosina Kent
Jualan, Mary Rose BS SW 3
  • Shamie De La Cruz Legayada
Aaron, Jasher P BSABE 3
Niebres, Marjoe V BPEd 3
  • Engr. Stephen Kalim Ahktar
Acosta, Juvy Rose BECEd 3
  • Erlinda McLellan
Bigata, Shaira L. BS Psych 3
  • PATP Batch 1974-76
Ferrer, Hieven Ire P. BSBAFM 3
  • Jay and Dorothy Alegata
Juadiong, Jaylord A. BSBAMM 3
  • Ernie Siojo
Malacad, Kathleen Jen B. BS Psych 3
Sepro, Lovelia D BSMA 3
  • Norsk Van Den Brink and Anajie Sumeli
Talagon, Evonnie Shyrl BS Acty 2
  • Graeme and Jennifer Hanisch
Geronca, Khamil Ashlie S. BSBAFM 3
  • Hera Tropel Cresencio
Amarillo, Gerlen Marie H. BECEd 2
  • Khriztopher Archie and Cherry Mirhan
Buena, Alyssa Mae L. BSBAMM 3
Pablo, Zenadine Zidane C. BSIT 2
  • Marvin Taleon
Punzalan, Marjorie C. BSRT 2
  • Mary Ann T. Boehme
Caporte, Blossom T. BSDMIA 2
Paulo, Renoela Grace P. BSA 2
  • Rino and Merribel Palmani
Cobarobias, Ara B. BSMA 3
  • Mrs. Vicente Oscares
Gronifillo, Lyka Jane L. BSMA 3
  • William Anderson
Moralista, Angel Mae M. BLIS 3
  • Ear Relief Hearing Clinic (Kim Nguyen & Sarif Shaikh)
Villa, Merry Lou C. BSNEd 3
  • Luz Gaje Bergersen
Esparagoza, Daniela Lhene A. BSSW 3
Tiquio, Marlon D. BSSW 3
  • Geoffrey Leysa
Indico, Eljohn Dave B. BSSW 2
Sorongon, Fiona C. BSHM 2
  • Ruth Verdeflor Dionisio
Huyaban, James Exequiel BSIT 3

B. Ilonggo Association of Victoria Australia, Inc. (IAVAI)

Bernadas, Precious Ann E. BSMA 3
Buenaflor, Jenny T. BPEd 2
Camarista, Chikee Mariette T. BSEd 3
Elupre, Shanica Gwen E. BSIT 3
Encajonado, Dinvae C. BSIT 3
Escartin, Graceshiel G. BSIT 3
Gencianeo, Pearl T. BSEd 3
Jetonso, Emeliano V. BSEd 3
Lasprilla, Joshua D. BPEd 3
Manaog, Feian Renz C. BPEd 2

INDIVIDUAL DONORS

  • Jennifer Welk
Martinez, Marius Theodore F. BSEd 2
Morales, Genefer J. BSHM 3
  • Glenn Fontanos
Parreño, Alyssa Jade C. BSBABM 3
  • Big Leap Global
Carloto, Althea Mae C. BSSW 3
Gallero, Krisha J. BSSW 2
Gequillo, Sarah Nikylaa L. BSEd 3
Sebongga, Aron C. BSDMIA 2
Suatin, Mayerayne C. BPEd 3
  • BridgeAus Migration Consultancy
Demafiles, Angeline Mae BLIS 3
Feliciano, Erynn Sophia G. BSBABM 3
Garalda, Kevin Andrew BSEM 3
Guilamo, Karylle H. BSBABM 3
Selerio, Bea Anika D. BSDMIA 2
  • Gloria Kerr
Jalmas, Jo-Ara N. BSBABM 4
  • Nedela, Sarcepuedes
Leñar, Alexie Beth G. BSBABM 4

C. Philippine-Australian Foundation, Inc. (PAFI) Victoria

  • ÌýRufo Paredes
Manaoisa, Ma. Jasmine M. BSIT 3
Paguntalan, Jhaylene P. BSHM 3
  • Ernie & Corazon Demate
Barcoma, Gryn Zent P. BSMA 2
  • Perla Luetic
Bayona, Erick James T. BSBABM 4
  • Ruth Roa
Flagne, Regina Mariz BSBABM 3
  • Angelito & Jesusa Rodriguez
Gapoy, Olivia L. BPEd 3
  • Melvin & Frances Espiga
Genodia, Eleazar David A. BPEd 3
  • Jorge Gan
Jamelarin, Joan Shane V. BSBAFM 3
  • Cid Alcantara
Camoro, Aireen G. BSSW 3
  • Fermina Garcia Casimero
Rebuelta, Maria Lisa A. BSBAFM 4

D. Other Scholarship Donors

  • ÌýCPUAA Las Vegas Chapter
Loriosa, Juncel H. BSIT 2
Sales, Regine B. BSCE 4
Ventolero, Hannie Claire H. BSA 2
  • Loreta Barato-Wescott
Ablao, Jmyzs Brayant T. BSEM 2
Alcala, Diane Meimei Q. BSEd 2
  • Melyn Espalto-Ikalina
Parreño, Angel L. BSBAMM 2

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