07/09/2025
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THE Rotaract Club of Cebu FuenteโUniversity of the Visayas Chapter celebrated its 10th Induction and Handover Ceremonies on September 5, 2025, at the 4th Floor Social Hall, Cebu City Hall, Cebu City.
Spearheaded by Rotaract ClubโUV Chapter officers with the support of the Rotary Club of Cebu Fuente, the gathering carried the theme โA Wicked Legacy: 10 Years of Defying Gravity,โ underscoring a decade of youth leadership, volunteerism, and service-above-self as the club welcomed new members and inducted its new set of officers and directors.
In his welcome remarks, Rotaract ClubโUV Chapter Internal Adviser Mr. Eleo June Abalajon emphasized the importance of sustaining Rotaractโs service legacy.
โLetโs not just continue the legacy; letโs build upon it. Let us not just defy gravity; let us break free from it completely. Letโs rise together to greater heights and ensure that our wicked legacy is not only a story but also a promise for an even more extraordinary future,โ he said.
For his part, Dr. Joel B. Serad served as the guest speaker and delivered a message, highlighting the clubโs milestones and the importance of sustained leadership and service.
โLet us try to make โService-Above-Selfโ our guiding principle in our lives, for we can create a world where service is not just an act but a way of life,โ he said.
โTo all the Rotaractors, we create a world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential in the name of service above self,โ he added.
Meanwhile, the club formally expanded its ranks, where former District Rotaract Representative of Rotary International District (RID) 3860 Rtr. Shevee Resolado administered the charging of new members, comprising 23 Rotaractors, while present District Rotaract Representative RID 3860 Rtr. Jacob Erm Jericho Dolino presided over the induction of new members, officially welcoming them as part of the club.
Capping his term, Rotaract ClubโUV Chapter former President Rtr. Mike Drezer Vallejos delivered a valedictory address, expressing gratitude to advisers, partners, and members whose commitment defined the yearโs accomplishments.
Rotary Club of Cebu Fuente President Rtn. Jason Ong conducted the charging of the president, reminding her of her duties and privileges.
Afterwards, Game Changer President Rtr. Jean Viola presented the officers and directors for the new Rotary year.
This was followed by the charging of officers and directors, led by Assistant District Rotaract Representative of Cebu RID 3860 Rtr. John Boniric Sanchez, which was later officiated by former President of the Rotary Club of Cebu Fuente Rtn. Alain Senerpida.
Thereafter, Rtr. Viola delivered her inaugural address, wherein she outlined priorities for the year and thanked the people behind her success.
The program featured a wine toasting led by Rotaract ClubโUV Chapter External Adviser Mr. Neil Roy Impas, which concluded the inauguration.
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Caption by Danryll S. Regudo
Photos by Zyren Vhan Jacaba