05/10/2025
𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒 | Leyte Colleges welcomes Its Newest Juris Doctors in 3rd Conferment Rites
With solemnity and pride, Leyte Colleges celebrated its 3rd Conferment Rites at the Leyte Academic Center Annex B in Pawing, Palo, on October 4. The ceremony gathered alumni from various batches, faculty members, the administration, and proud families in an event marked by tradition, honor, and a strong call to service.
The program opened with the procession of the conferees, joined by their loved ones, along with the deans and program heads of the different college departments, the administration, and the school’s administrator and Dean of the College of Law, Atty. Joseph A. Gamez. This was followed by the marching of colors, the singing of the Philippine National Anthem, and an invocation led by the LC Chorale.
In his congratulatory message, Atty. Gamez shared words of both inspiration and responsibility: “Wherever the law takes you, may you always carry with you the heart of service, the pursuit of justice, and the love for the institution that believed in you — the Leyte Colleges.” He emphasized that the legal profession is not just a career but a calling rooted in service to others—highlighting compassion, fairness, integrity, and gratitude to the college that nurtured and trusted them.
The program then proceeded to the presentation of conferees, led by Dr. Josefa Yasmin A. Moriel, Head of Operations and Academics, followed by the investiture of the Juris Doctor degree, conferred by Atty. Gamez.
One of the most anticipated moments was the distribution of diplomas, where Atty. Gamez personally handed each graduate their academic scroll—symbolizing both achievement and responsibility. The graduates then took part in the renewal of their professional pledge, led by Atty. Edgardo B. Esperas, Jr.
The ceremony concluded with the singing of the LC March, led by the LC Chorale, sealing the day with institutional pride and unity. This was followed by photo opportunities for all. The event served as a fitting reminder that each graduate now carries the mission to uphold justice with excellence, integrity, and service.
| 📷: F. Pelayo via K. Regala, Leyte Times