With great pride, 308 graduates of ESSU Main and Guiuan campuses proudly marched down Canuctan Hall for the 2nd Mid-Year Commencement Exercises held yesterday, January 11, 2024, with the theme, "Purpose-driven, peace and development advocate, patriot, parliamentarian par excellence: The Mark of Competent Leadership."
This year’s commencement speaker is none other than the Minority Leader and 4Ps Partylist Representative, Hon. Marcelino C. Libanan. As he addressed the graduates, his words resonated with wisdom and inspiration. The theme of purpose-driven leadership echoed throughout his speech, emphasizing the importance of having a clear vision and a strong sense of purpose.
Distinguished dignitaries also delivered their congratulatory messages, including Dr. Maximo C. Aljibe, Director of CHED Regional Office 8, who gave a motivational speech emphasizing the value of education in influencing the future. Ms. Cora Basada, who was representing Hon. Maria Fe R. Abunda, Representative of the Lone District of Eastern Samar, commended the graduates for their diligence and commitment. Hon. Philip Evardone Jr., who represented Hon. Ben P. Evardone, Governor of Eastern Samar, expressed his pride in the graduates' accomplishments. Lastly, Dr. Deogracias C. Paano spoke on behalf of Borongan City Mayor, Hon. Jose Ivan Dayan C. Agda, to congratulate the graduates.
Filled with joy and excitement, the graduates of both Main and Guiuan campuses took their rightful place on the stage. The graduates hail from various colleges, including the College of Engineering, the College of Hospitality Management, the College of Computer Studies, the College of Business Management and Accountancy, and the Graduate School. Moreover, this year's mid-year commencement exercises also included the conferment of Juris Doctor degrees to 56 graduates as approved in ESSU-BOR Resolution No. 47 s. 2023 and the Legal Education Board.
The graduation ceremony was a testament to the University's commitment to providing a well-rounded education across various fields of study, preparing its students for a wide range of professional opportunities. It was a moment of celebration not just for the graduates but also for their families, friends, and the faculty who had guided them throughout their journey.
