19/10/2024
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On October 16, 2024, the PUP BES-HNS Honors Society held its induction and oath-taking ceremony for the newly elected officers, alongside the awarding of annual scholarships to recipients from Megaworld and BES-HNS Foundation Inc. (BHFI). The event took place at the College of Accountancy's Audio-Visual Room at the East Wing of PUP Manila and was conducted in a hybrid format, with both in-person and online participation via MS Teams.
The newly inducted officers for the BES include Jovet Flores as President, John Patrick Gopez as Vice President, Dan Gyro Cabanes as Secretary, Matthew Linzo as Treasurer, Joseph Jay Renolayan as Auditor, and Albert Hernandez as Public Relations Officer (PRO). The HNS new officers include Rhea Niduelan as President, Chrissen Moral as Vice President, Noime Tanamal as Secretary, Jennelyn Capino as Treasurer, Jassen Diego as Auditor, and Veniz Velasquez as PRO.
The ceremony highlighted the organizationโs commitment to academic excellence and camaraderie among its members, recognizing the dedication of both regular and probationary members. Attendees included key figures such as Brod Lamberto T. Tagayuna, Chairman and President of the BES-HNS Foundation Inc., Brod Mario Quinsaat, Trustee and Vice President for Resource Mobilization & Corporate Partnership, and Brod Wilfredo N. Villar, Executive Director, who acknowledged the scholars and officers for their dedication to the organization's mission.
During the event, 10 scholars from the Megaworld Scholars program and 25 scholars from the BES-HNS Foundation Inc. were honored for their academic achievements, receiving cash incentives in recognition of their hard work and dedication.
BES President Jovet Flores and HNS President Rhea Niduelan presented the organization's General Plan of Actions (GPOA) for the year. They outlined each planned event in detail, emphasizing initiatives aimed at promoting companionship and social welfare within the organization and the wider community.
An inspiring moment of the event was the motivational speech delivered by Daniel Terencio, a former BES member and scholar, as well as the fourth placer in the May 2024 CPA Licensure Exam. Terencio encouraged the members with his message on the importance of a 'fail forward mindset,' sharing his journey from setbacks to successes throughout his academic career at PUP Manila.
The ceremony was hosted by Mark Joseph Gestopa, a former member of the organization, alongside Christine Louie Igna, a current member. Members and scholars from the College of Engineering also participated in the celebration, adding to the sense of unity within the academic community.
The PUP BES-HNS Honors Society now boasts a total membership of 120 individuals, consisting of 63 probationary members and 57 regular members, reflecting its continued growth and active engagement in fostering academic and personal development.
By: Dan Gyro Cabanes
