 Message It is my distinct pleasure to greet and congratulate the Central Philippine University. For 94 years, the Central Philippine University has been actively providing quality education in the Christian spirit. As you celebrate your school anniversary with the auspicious theme, “Enriching Exemplary Christian Education for Life in the New Millennium,” I hope that you will be reminded of inherent Filipino values, such as faith in God, respect for elders, and service to the community. These are the same values that will strengthen your sense of responsibility. The opportunities that abound in the 21st century should encourage and inspire you to improve the quality of your lives and aim for prosperity that will contribute to the country’s development. I therefore call upon you not to lose sight of the momentum we have gained in recent years. In all your future endeavors, I wish you all the best. Let us strengthen our sense of patriotism and faith in the Filipino, take pride in our rich culture and heritage, and continue our active participation in bringing the Philippines to its rightful place in the family of nations—progressive, proud and free. Good luck and more power.
Mabuhay kayong lahat!
GLORIA MACAPAGAL-ARROYO
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In memory of Atty, Abelardo P. Sulit, a distinguished Centralian, CPU Mrs. Sulit and kin held the first lecture in his honor on September 22 at the University Church. Atty. Ramon D. Duremdes, a professor in the College of Law was the guest lecturer. He talked about the current issue on Charter Change or ChaCha. He expressed his opposition to the proposed ChaCha like the proposal to allow foreigners to own properties in the Philippines. He said that this is disadvantageous to Filipinos especially the landless. Videos of Atty.Sulit’s musician children were shown. Paloma Sulit-Ferrante a cellist gave the prelude; Maya Sulit-Ferrante was shown playing the piano with the Children’s Orchestra Society of New York; and Winnie Sulit-Swalley rendered a song. Atty. Sulit’s life was narrated while video clips were shown on screen. Atty. Zacarias Bedona introduced the guest lecturer. The Elementary School Glee Club sang a special number. Mrs. Asuncion B. Sulit, Atty Sulit’s wife gave the closing remarks, appreciating the efforts of CPU to facilitate the memorial lecture and other things. To maximize student attendance,
Dr. Acanto directed the faculty members to bring their students to the
University Church. Mrs. Sulit gave to the attendees a total of P5,000.00
as door prizes. SP lauds CPU for anti-mining stand Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) members passed on its, 23 August session a resolution appreciating CPU’s effort against mining operation in Iloilo. The full title of Resolution No. 99-151 was “Resolution expressing appreciation and profound thanks to the students, staff, faculty and alumni of Central Philippine University for their support of the policy of the province on environmental protection and against mining operation in Iloilo.” Sangguniang Panlalawigan
mentioned in the resolution CPU community’s strong opposition and active
protests against mining. The August Body also recognized CPU’s support
for their anti-mining effort through the data on mining activities which
CPU provided.
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