SCHEMA SLU (2025)

15/07/2025

: SCHEMA News

𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐒𝐀𝐌𝐂𝐈𝐒 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐲 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐆𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐝 𝐋𝐮𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐨 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

Student assemblies from various schools of Saint Louis University (SLU) convene at the Fr. Theophile Verbist, CICM Hall for the Gawad Luwisyano 2025, a celebration of passion, excellence, innovation, compassion, and leadership last July 14, 2025.

The event commenced as Kataas-taasang Sanggunian ng mga Mag-aaral/Supreme Student Council (KASAMA/SSC)’s Adviser, Ms. Dorothy Silva welcomed the assembly officers and gave her opening remarks.

The KASAMA/SSC School of Accountancy, Management, Computing, and Information Studies (SAMCIS) Assembly secured key awards as they made notable contributions for the past academic year.

Bringing both flair and creativity into the stage, SAMCIS Assembly was crowned as the Best Dressed Assembly. Meanwhile, Criszle Alexandra Tarin was the recipient of the Talaghay Award for Competence and Dhanver Carl Cabrera received the Gregorio Villar III Award for Compassion. These recognitions highlight the dedication of SAMCIS Assembly and their pursuit to excellence as they continue to uphold their strong commitment to competent leadership, compassion-driven service to the whole studentry.

A moment of silence were also given as Julius Nathaniel Padilla was awarded the Special Recognition for Exemplary Leadership.

Office of Student Affairs and Services (OSAS) Director Triceayn Marie Prestousa delivered a short, but meaningful tribute to the student leaders who had recently completed their journey this July.

“This is my third year serving as a student council officer and the Gawad doesn’t really mean much, because I know that it’s not a measurement of what we did or the things we’ve accomplished,” outgoing Governor Hannah Galang shared.

“As our First Year Mayor [Dhanver Cabrera] said kanina, this is just a cherry on top. This recognition and ‘yung gratitude na nare-receive namin sa students, ‘yun lang ‘yung parang cherry on top. Kasi ‘yung pagod na ginugol namin and lahat ng proyektong ginawa namin ang importante is may natulungan kami at na-uplift namin ang SAMCIS community through our hard work for another year of service in the studentry,” she added, echoing the sentiments of their First Year Mayor.

Emphasizing one of the Assembly’s exemplary achievements, SAMCIS Interim Governor Kathlyn Tudlong shared, “I think one of projects of the Assembly that we’re proudest of, as we always say — is the Mr. and Ms. Technolympics, the SAMCIS Ambassador and Ambassadress. Why? Because I believe that we have built a community where the SAMCIS community helps each other. It is a collaboration between all the SAMCIS mother organizations and this is where we see that SAMCIS is not only an academic community, but actually a family where ‘pag nangangailangan tayo, nagtutulungan tayo, and that is something I’m very proud of.”

The Magni Soni SAMCIS (MSS) and Theatri Sonata Artium (TSA) graced the event with their outstanding performances.

by Nicole Anne Pineda
Photos by Zan Karlo Flores

14/07/2025

“𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐧”
by: Larisha Brea Torreliza

Oh Motherland of Cordillera, a home to the Igorot culture
The stories woven in your land, are the tales that shaped our future,
While the heights of your hills carry the wisdom of our ancestral tribes, And the elders’ gentle hand that made the ancient spirits rise

From the valleys of Abra to Apayao’s lush forests and streams To the highlands of Benguet that stand still behind its mists
To Ifugao’s charm that’s captured on carved terraces,
To Kalinga’s river flow that never rests
And to the rich cliffs of Mountain Province
Where their ancestors are laid to rest

For in many years to come,
these six provinces will continue to live beneath one sun

𝙄𝙇𝙊𝘾𝘼𝙉𝙊 𝙑𝙀𝙍𝙎𝙄𝙊𝙉:
Oh Inang mi a Cordillera, pagtaengan ti kultura ti Igorota,
Dagita istorya a na-abel dita daga’m, isu’t dagiti sarsarita a nangsukog iti intay masakbayan
Dagiti kangato ti bantaymo, si a-awitda ti sirib dagiti kapuonantayo a tribu Ken iti naalumamay nga ima ti panglakayan nga isu’t nagpabiyag ti nagkauna nga espirito

Manipud kadagiti tanap ti Abra agingga ti narangrangpaya a kabakiran ken waig ti Apayao,
Kadagiti nangato a daga ti Benguet nga nakatakder iti likudan dagiti angep na Kadagiti kinapintas ti terasa ti Ifugao
Wenno ayus ti karayan ti Kalinga a di pulos aginana
Ken dagiti na-aduan a bakras ti Mountain Province
Nga nakai-kamangan dagiti kapuonanda

Ket iti adu a tawen nga umay,
dagitoy innem a probinsia ket agtultuloy tu nga agbiag iti sirok ti tangatang da

Layout by Kenny James Dizon

06/07/2025

: SCHEMA News

𝐏𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐃𝐀𝐘𝐀𝐖 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓: 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐥𝐲 𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐨𝐮𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐏𝐀𝐬

To honor Louisians who successfully garnered their titles in the December 2024 and May 2025 Licensure Examination for Certified Public Accountants (LECPA), a testimonial dinner themed “PANAGDAYAW: Commemorating Louisian CPAs’ Journey to Triumph” was held by the Department of Accountancy in collaboration with the Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants (JPIA) last July 5 at the Audio Visual Room (AVR), Maryheights Campus.

The School of Accountancy, Management, Computing, and Information Studies (SAMCIS) Dean, Ms. Glory I. Dela Peña, kicked off the event with a welcome remark, accompanied by her inspirational and congratulatory message to the new Louisian CPAs, “You can now tell your former professors na, ‘Sir, we have the same title. We are both CPAs.’”

Ms. Dela Peña further added, “As you step into the professional world, I urge you to carry with you the values that have brought you this far. Perseverance, integrity, accountability, and most of all, service. These are the values of a Louisian CPA. Not just one who understands the numbers, but one who leads with purpose.”

In recognition of the passers’ great feat, certificates were awarded to the newly licensed Louisian CPAs by Ms. Noreen M. Lab-as and Atty. Rosemarie P. Areno.

Dr. Lerma B. Bautista then led the Louisian CPA Pledge, affirming the passers’ commitment to uphold the four SLU core values — Creativity, Competence, Christian Spirit, and Social Involvement — in the elevation of the standard and practice of their profession. Followed by the Pledge led by the Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) Baguio-Benguet-Mountain Province Chapter President, Ms. Florecita Cortez.

Attendees raised their glasses as Dr. Elvira D. Dacayo initiated the toast in honor of the new CPAs’ achievements. The wine toasting was preceded by the banquet proper with intermission numbers by Magni Sonis SAMCIS (MSS) members.

After raising their glasses, a testimonial was given by May 2025 LECPA passer, Carl Justine E. Balagbagan, who thanked his former professors for their belief in their capabilities and boosting their morale, contributing to their well-being not just as Louisian CPAs, but in a holistic sense as well. He also thanked them for the challenging examinations that taught them how to actually study and push themselves to their fullest potential.

December 2024 LECPA passer, Jezreel B. Cayat, took a different take on what it means to work for something. He mentioned that the profession demands excellence. However, excellence must not be confused with exhaustion, and grinding not be mistaken with growing. Cayat said, “The most transformative leaders are not those who sacrificed everything to get to the top. They are those who brought everything they were to everything they did.”
May 2025 LECPA Passer Shawn Noel R. Peralta, when asked about his study tips for current accounting students and those preparing for the boards said, “When it comes to study habits, number one diyan ‘yung pagpaplano talaga. You should have your calendar of activities kasi if you have a calendar of activities, you keep your sense of discipline, and discipline is very important to pass the board examination.” Peralta also added, “Dapat din faithful ka kay God, because if you are always praying, if you are faithful to God, you are building your confidence. You should be spiritually and emotionally healthy pagdating sa board exam.”

As the event neared its end, the Best Testimony Award was given to Ellen Grace C. Teng-eg, for the December 2024 passer category, and Hazel Grail L. Aliba, for the May 2025 category. Teng-eg narrated how hardships are part of the journey, and showing vulnerability does not equate to being weak. “We all have our own timelines, and we just need to trust God’s perfect timing and believe in our capability that we can and we will.”

When asked about what she considers the hardest subject, Teng-eg answered, “If I am going to talk about May 2024, kasi of course I took selected subjects, for me FAR, kasi ‘yun ‘yung niretake ko. Pero kasi in a sense na very comprehensive siya, tiyaka sobrang haba niya. Madali siya ‘pag cover mo siya from end-to-end. Wag ka lang ma-overwhelm sa dami and haba ng questions.” As advice to aspiring CPAs, Teng-eg responded, “Just remember your goal why you entered Accountancy. If your goal is to take the boards and pass, whenever you’re feeling down always remember, go back to your goals. Kasi we cannot control naman na mafeel down. That’s acceptable, that’s reasonable. Your feelings are valid. Pero always remember na, it’s okay to be emotional pero at the end of the day always remember your goal. Also, trust in the Lord.”

Hazel Grail L. Aliba shared in her testimonial how she used to question the accounting format when problems could be solved using x and y variables, a STEM approach to which she was more inclined to, and asked, “Isn’t the final answer good enough?” This question then taught her the biggest lesson of all: “It’s not just about the results. It’s about how you got there. It is the process, the method, the grind that matters. Just like in life, the outcome’s nice, but real growth happens in chaos, the late nights, and the near meltdowns.”

Company talks catering to the new CPAs widened field of work were delivered by the following guest speakers and their respective companies: President and CEO of Insights Financial Review Services Inc. Mr. Angel V. Secerio, Jr., President of the SLU Alumni Association – SAMCIS Chapter Ms. Purita “Cherrie” O. Pacial, Senior Audit Associate and Officer-in-Charge of SGV Baguio Office Mr. Mark Bienn P. Sagun, and Tax Assistant Manager of R.G. Manabat & Co., KPMG Philippines Ms. Nicoleigh Balagtas.

Dr. Lorie Ann Q. Barry concluded the event with a closing remark, challenging the new CPAs to live out the mission of excellence boldly.

by Erika G. Carrera
Photos by Aaliyah Martinez

06/07/2025

To the concerned Technocommercian community:

Recent information regarding our beloved campus dog, Bravo, has caused some stir by suggesting that he is missing. As of 9:00 a.m. of July 06, 2025, we want to gently assure everyone that he is safe.
He is currently under the care of someone personally entrusted by his owner. Rest assured, he is receiving the same love and attention he has always given us. He has not wandered off, nor has he been lost, he is simply taking a quiet break from his usual rounds.

Bravo has always been more than just a dog; he is a symbol of comfort, joy, and quiet companionship to many of us. Your concern is a reflection of just how much he means to this community, and for that, his owner is truly grateful. While we cannot say for certain if or when he will return to the Maryheights campus, we are glad to share that he is currently being looked after with kindness and care.

𝗛𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗯𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗲𝗹𝘁.

So the question remains, what made him take a step back from the place he has long called home?

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04/07/2025

𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧! Emotions are high and celebrations are around the corner.

The final bell rings, crumpled review papers pile up, and the scent of fresh flowers and inked diplomas fills the air, marking the start of something new. From their biggest inspirations to their favorite tambayan spots and even advice for students still on their academic journey, our graduates have a few things to share.

by Sheryn Ann Cagulada

Layout by: Jossa Gail Agsaoay and Robert Troy Fenol
Interviews by: Joana Mae Gomez, John Paul Rodriguez, and Anjelo Esperanzate
Photos by: Nicole Alexis Mondiguing and PJ Pajara

03/07/2025

𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐋𝐔 𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐧𝐢!

We are encouraging you to support the institution by participating in the QS Alumni Survey 2025. This survey marks the school’s position globally in the QS World University Rankings—helping showcase our global competence and excellence!

By sharing your insights and experiences, you shape how the world sees SLU. Your voice not only contributes to our international reputation but also strengthens the value of your degree and opens doors for future Louisian students.

So join now by scanning the QR code below and take part in building our university’s legacy. After completing the survey, please don’t forget to send a screenshot of the accomplished survey to our SCHEMA page inbox. Thank you for your participation!!

By Jason Dizon
Layout by Szyreikq Bulatao

02/07/2025

: SCHEMA News

𝐒𝐋𝐔 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐝𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐀𝐌𝐂𝐈𝐒 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬, 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝟕𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐬

Graduates from the School of Accountancy, Management, Computing, and Information Studies (SAMCIS) of Saint Louis University (SLU) filled the newly renovated Prince Bernhard Gym on July 1, 2025, as they celebrated their achievements during the university’s 70th Commencement Exercises. Clad in gold and silver regalia, students from different programs took part in both the morning and afternoon ceremonies.

The event began with a Baccalaureate Mass with Rev. Fr. Emery Mwako, CICM presiding the morning mass, while Rev. Fr. Emanuel Enjang Prantal, CICM, officiated the afternoon service. Proceeding the mass was the March of Colors and the introduction of the corresponding department deans.

This was quickly followed by the main event, the presentation and acceptance of graduates as each newly graduate took the stage to be individually presented their awards and honors.

The awards and honors were presented by SLU President Rev. Fr. Gilbert B. Sales, CICM, PhD Ed Mgmt, assisted by Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Felina P. Espique and SAMCIS Dean Dr. Glory I. Dela Peña, applauded and awarded the graduates their medals and degrees.

The morning session was reserved for the graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (BSAc) with 163 total graduates, BS Entrepreneurship with Specialization in Business Analytics (BS Entrep-BA) with 27 graduates, 85 BSBA Financial Management-BA (BSBA FinMan-BA) graduates, BSBA Marketing Management-BA (BSBA MktgMgmt-BA) with 93 graduates, and a lone graduate of BSBA Human Resource Management-BA (BSBA HRM-BA).

Meanwhile, the afternoon session consisted of 54 BS Hospitality Management (BSHM), 103 BS Tourism Management (BSTM), 68 BS Computer Science (BSCS), and 113 BS Information Technology (BSIT).

Both morning and afternoon ceremonies were accompanied by performances from the SLU Marching Band.

by John Paul Rodriguez and Joana Mae Gomez
Photos by Nicole Alexis Moguinding and PJ Pajara

01/07/2025

𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐩𝐮𝐭: 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐝. 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝. 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐭. 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐝.

Years of balancing org work and academic demands have led to this moment. Deadlines were met between lectures and long nights. Stories were crafted alongside computations and codes. Each task was a scheme of precision, even when the pressure weighed heavily.

SCHEMA proudly congratulates its July 2025 graduates, who completed their academic pursuit marked by consistency and discipline to commit fully to both purpose and responsibility.

As they move forward, may the principles learned within SCHEMA remain. To think with clarity. To write with intention. To feel with depth. These are not just habits, but a way of moving through the wider world with integrity.

Their time in SCHEMA may be complete, but the bylines remain. The impact lives on in every issue published, every angle pursued, and every student voice brought to light. They stood for truth when it mattered most and represented the SAMCIS community with purpose and conviction.

𝐀𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧, 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐧, 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠. Bravo, Technokomersyo!

By Sofia Chrismaine Rose Buton
Layout by Kristine Joy Bati

01/07/2025

: SCHEMA On The Spot

The ceremony continues with the recognition of 85 BSBA graduates majoring in Financial Management (BSBA FinMan-BA), and 93 Marketing Management (BSBA MktgMgmt-BA), who now officially join the growing community of proud SLU alumni.

Written by: Anjelo Esperanzate and JP Rodriguez
Photo by: Nicole Alexis Mondiguing

01/07/2025

: SCHEMA On The Spot

27 BS Entrepreneurship with Specialization in Business Analytics (BSBA) graduates and 163 from the BS Accountancy (BSAc) now walk the stage to clad their rights and honors. Jordan M. Tangonan, SCHEMA Adviser hosted the 70th commencement exercises.
Rev. Fr. Gilbert B. Sales, CICM, PhD Ed Mgmt., assisted by Dr. Felina P. Espique and SAMCIS Dean Ms. Glory I. Dela Peña, award the graduates.

Written by: Anjelo Esperanzate and JP Rodriguez
Photo by: Nicole Alexis Mondiguing

01/07/2025

: SCHEMA On The Spot

Graduands from the School of Accountancy, Management, Computing, and Information Studies (SAMCIS) were the first to grace the newly renovated Prince Bernhard Gym this morning, July 1, 2025, at 8:00 AM, marking the beginning of Saint Louis University's 70th Commencement Exercises.

The ceremonies commenced with a solemn Baccalaureate Mass attended by the candidates for graduation, along with their families and friends. The Mass was presided over by Rev. Fr. Emery Mwako, CICM

SAMCIS’ graduation rites will resume this afternoon at 1:00 PM.

by John Paul Rodriguez
Photos by Nicole Alexis Mondiguing

30/06/2025

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐧— 𝐚 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬

On this day, the spotlight shines on you as you take your first steps up on that stage. Years of hardships, perseverance, and relentless dedication to your craft turns into a celebration of this wonderful milestone.

And as you walk down that stage, it also marks the beginning of your becoming. The future may be uncertain, but trust in yourself and the hard work you’ve put in all these years.

Congratulations, Technocommercians! Best of luck on your future endeavors.

by Vincent Rafael Fajardo
Layout by Kristine Joy Bati

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