In a heartfelt celebration marked by tradition, symbolism, and the promise of new beginnings, the Southern Philippines Agribusiness and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology (SPAMAST) held its ๐ญ๐๐๐๐ ๐น๐๐๐ ๐ฏ๐๐ ๐ช๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ for the Graduating Class of 2025. The event unfolded with ceremonial precision, opening with a warm welcome from Vice President Johanna B. Ugsang and a stirring invocation by Shania M. Gumallawe, BSED-English. Adding gravitas to the occasion, OSS Director Dr. Aldwin T. Miranda unveiled the rich significance of the academic ringโa shining emblem of commitment, excellence, and the academic journey soon to culminate in graduation.
The solemn rite reached its crescendo with SPAMAST President Dr. Lynette A. Bontia conferring the confirmation and personally leading the ring bestowal and hop ritualโa defining moment symbolizing each studentโs readiness to step into the world with confidence and competence. In an inspiring address, Dr. Marlyn B. Llameg, VPAA, reminded the students that their ring is not merely jewelry, but a covenantโa silent vow to honor truth, pursue wisdom, and serve society. A moving message from guest speaker Cleonante A. Capiloyan, RSW, a proud SPAMAST alumnus and San Miguel Global Powerโs Business Affairs and Communication Assistant, underscored the transformative power of dreams coupled with discipline.
Student leaders Emann Blanco and Michael Jay Lumayas took the stage to echo loyalty and gratitude, leading the Pledge of Commitment and delivering the Studentโs Response with clarity and fervor. The emotional peak came as the entire Graduating Class of 2025 offered a song tribute, “You’ll Be in My Heart,” to their familiesโsilent heroes of their academic journey. Closing remarks from Reimare B. Encarnacion ushered in the SPAMAST Hymn and the ceremonial recessional. Yet the celebration didnโt end there. As laughter echoed through โHome Sweet Homeโ at the after-party, the spirit of unity, achievement, and hope marked this event as a cornerstone in every graduateโs heart.
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