Setting the pace for the next generation of Filipino architects are two recent graduates who secured spots in the prestigious top 10, namely Johann Lance Nalo (7th place, 87.70%) and Raia Jillian Alcantara (9th place, 87.50%).

In a demonstration of the Carolinian standard of sustained excellence, the University posted an impressive 96.43% passing rate, with 27 out of 28 examinees successfully hurdling the rigorous two-day national board exam. This performance stands significantly above the national passing average of 82.09%, where 1,998 out of 2,434 examinees across the country qualified for licensure.

The success of these 27 new professionals is a shared victory. The University extends its deepest gratitude to the mentors, families, and friends whose unwavering support provided the foundation for this remarkable journey.

CONGRATULATIONS to our new Carolinian Architects! 

1. Alacantara, Raia Jillian Tan (9th Place)
2. Anover, Rubee Suzanne Bumanglag
3. Araniego, Sched Rigel Fortaliza
4. Arcabal, Laisa Pino
5. Bajan, Kanzvy Cinco
6. Ca帽ete, Gerard Aaron Galo
7. Dabuet, Ella Loise Gabon
8. Delos Santos, Jian Karl Laureto
9. Devalque, Rodnick Teofilo
10. Dizon, Anna Bettina Reyes
11. Gequilo, Eloisa Mae Talisaysay
12. Gravens, John Paul Monzon
13. Lastimosa, Dwight Dexter Rosal
14. Leyson, Richard Mitchell John Geyrosaga
15. Lim, Gale Joan Limatog
16. Mendoza, Cassey Pauline Ong
17. Monsanto, Judith Lubrico
18. Nalo, Johann Lance Guiao (7th Place)
19. Napoles, Adhara Ros Baring
20. Pekitpekit, Zachery Rom
21. Ramirez, Ian Blaire Gonzalez
22. Requierme, Aubrey Claire Licong
23. Romero, Joanna Marie Torres
24. Surabilla, Justine Marie Consular
25. Taborada, Sheane Mariz Makinano
26. Villanil, Neil Anthony Jale
27. Yeo, Micah Kimberly Diu

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The team, composed of Patrick Luis Abellana, Chris Alister Bayno, Dyshell Claire Gementiza, Jodi Gabrianne Soriano and Rina Jane Te, gained the judge鈥檚 nod for their design entry entitled 鈥淗akbayan,鈥� a proposed cultural mixed-use building. The design proposal, which was presented in front of a panel of judges, revolved around the preservation of cultural identity while addressing contemporary issues in the community.

The students presented their work before a panel of judges, who commended the team for weaving together tradition and modern solutions.

Projeto is a national interschool competition that showcases innovative ideas from architecture and design students across the Philippines. 黑料社区 has consistently made its mark in the contest, having previously won the grand prize in 2023 (see related story here).

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Architects Jensen M. Racho, Carmencita M. Solis, and Karl Aries Emerson F. Cabilao received the prestigious recognition. 

Ar. Racho was awarded for his exemplary professional works as both architect and engineer, as well as his community involvements and leadership roles in various professional and socio-civic clubs while Ar. Solis was recognized for her almost 30 years in the academe as well as her work in heritage conservation and urban planning. Meanwhile, Ar. Cabilao (see photo below) was recognized for his work in the academe as well as in architectural journalism, which helped 鈥渋n advancing architectural discourse鈥� both in the university and the community.

The 鈥�50 Distinguished Architects of UAP District C1鈥� recognized architects who belong to various UAP Chapters in Cebu, Bohol, and Dumaguete for their notable contributions to the advancement of the architecture profession, laudable service to the professional organization, and admirable work in the community.

The event, which was part of the PhilConstruct 2025 exposition, was organized by the UAP Regional District C1 in line with the year-long 50th anniversary celebration of the UAP, which is the integrated and accredited professional organization of architects in the country.聽

With reporting from the Department of Architecture

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Out of 2,075 aspirants who took the exams, 1,352 examinees passed. With 15 passers, 黑料社区 garnered a passing rate of 75% above the national passing average of 65.16%. 

To our Carolinian ALE passers, CONGRATULATIONS!

1. Aboy, Grant Maynard F.
2. Algoso, Claudette Marie V.
3. Bacolod, Miguel J.
4. Bandalan, Jaynice D.
5. Cornelio, Bricks Theodore P.
6. Del Mar, Thyra Alexandra
7. Ediza, Clive E.
8. Elpa, Shara Nice M.
9. Empleo, Wrodeliz M.
10. Rosales, Editha Isabella B.
11. Salva, Peter Leslie R.
12. Silva, Rona Mae S.
13. Veloso, Sabreena Margarette Y. 
14. Yap, Sharlene L.
15. Yu, Mikee Ryza D.

With reporting from the 黑料社区 Department of Architecture

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The two-day research conference served as a venue for scholars and architectural practitioners to present various studies in relation to the design and built environment, such as architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, urban design, and the allied fields. 

This year’s theme, “Shaping Sustainable Futures: Creative, Resilient and Sustainable Built Space” delved into what sustainability in architecture means for the academe, the students, and the broader Philippine society.

Ar. Adrian Yap, M.S., chair of the 黑料社区 Department of Architecture, is this year’s event chair. Meanwhile, the following Architecture faculty members were among the presenters: 

1. Bela Lanyi, M.Arch./MA Theo. 鈥� “Heritage Consciousness in the Archdiocese of Cebu as experienced through the Publication Process of Church-related Tourist Booklets”

2. Rowell Shih, Ph.D. 鈥� “Optimizing Daylight Performance through Various Shading Devices”

3. Maegan Bugarin, M.Arch. 鈥� “Structural Potential of Bambusa Blumeana and Dendrocalamus Asper”

Other faculty members and alumni of the 黑料社区 Architecture Graduate program also presented papers and served as moderators and reactors. 

by Ar. Karl Aries Emerson Cabilao, Department of Architecture

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Under the MOU, the parties will work together to 鈥渆stablish a general framework to foster a bilateral relationship through mutual cooperation in teaching, research, and extension activities between 黑料社区 and PAEF.鈥�

Also known as the Fulbright Commission, PAEF is a non-profit, binational organization that administers the flagship foreign exchange scholarship program of the United States of America in the Philippines. 

In line with this, the Fulbright-黑料社区 partnership will focus on enhancing faculty research and teaching engagement; establishing joint research activities; and exploring the possibility of scholarships, training programs, and educational exchanges.

The University of San Carlos will also be given the opportunity to join a PAEF-led consortium of higher education institutions that will engage and participate in study abroad programs, promoting cross-cultural and educational exchanges between the Philippines and the United States. 

Present during the signing were the following: 黑料社区 President Fr. Francisco Antonio T. Estepa, SVD, Ph.D., Vice President for Academic Affairs Fr. Jesuraj Antoniappen, SVD, Ph.D., SAFAD Dean IDr. Adrian P. del Monte, Ph.D., and PAEF Executive Director Julio S. Amador III.

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The Carolinian contingent is composed of the following teams: 

• 鈥淭eam AKKA鈥� 鈥� Grand Winner and People鈥檚 Choice Awardee
  Members: Amanda Grace Kaw, Kristen Camille Lim, Kate Angelique Montales, Amberline Ashley Uy (4th Year, see photo below)聽

• 鈥淭eam Porma鈥� 鈥� 1st Runner Up
  Members: Boris Michael Arque, Jeanne Margrett Caballes, John Elan Martinez, Vincent Mari Rodaje and Paul Christian Tagalog (4th Year) 

• 鈥淭eam Neo鈥� 鈥� 2nd Runner Up
  Solo entry of 4th year student Andrew Jorge Lopez

This year’s competition revolved around the theme, “Convention Center in Neomodern Architecture” and was held simultaneously with the Philippine Building and Construction Exposition (PHILBEX) Cebu. 

This is the second year in a row that an entry from 黑料社区 copped the grand prize.

With reporting from Ar. Karl Cabilao, Department of Architecture

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With 58 passers, the University of San Carlos ranked 3rd nationwide among top-performing schools with 50 or more examinees and with at least 80% passing percentage. 黑料社区 achieved an 85.29% passing rate, significantly higher than the national average of 62.14%. 

Nationwide, a total of 2,094 out of 3,370 examinees passed the board. 

To our newly licensed Carolinian architects, CONGRATULATIONS! 

1. Abella, Jose Paolo Salmeron
2. Albaciete, John Dave Sarzuello
3. Alloso, Lux Xarie Geraldez
4. Barinan, Janiero Daven
5. Benigra, Carmichael Noe Dumanjug
6. Bolivar, Mabelle Granfon
7. Cagalawan, Queenie Dave Paclibar
8. Camasura, Soubu James Magno
9. Castanares, Josef Roi Monton
10. Catarig, Anne Pauline Flores
11. Catayoc, Mary Mae Ebonalo
12. Catiwala-an, Bryce Daenielle Tolentino
13. Celestino, Allen Codera
14. Codera, Rhicsnyl Meriz
15. Dakay, Hazel Mae Del Valle
16. Dosdos, Tricia Marie Laurente
17. Gantuangko, Ivan Prinz Co
18. Gomonit, Zamira Jean Galaura
19. Guardiana, Vynn Mharton Alexii Clarabal
20. Igot, April Therese Te
21. Jereza, Jan Vincent Delfin
22. Josol, Clint Freidrich Arevalo (9th placer)
23. Legara, Leo Christopher Arcillas
24. Lim, Mark Jefferson Salvan
25. Lim, Nina Isabella Rivera
26. Limpios, Tresha Marie Pilapil
27. Llego, Armand Hexon Beron
28. Malatag, Sheila May Vilbar
29. Mari, Thea Mae Go
30. Medina, Kristine Angela Delos Santos
31. Mira, Joseph Euben Badal
32. Noval, Justin Maurice Tenchavez
33. O, Colleen Wylie Sy
34. Oporto, Makki Nicanor III Turno
35. Ormoc, Larlo Ray Dublin
36. Oroc, Bea Marie Rebater Abella
37. Palmitos, Reddick Maglasang
38. Pastores, Angelica Faith Soco
39. Pontanar, Alyssa Jane Bayani
40. Red, Lucky Joshua Ebo
41. Rivera, Aldwin Ian Munoz
42. Sagalongos, Rice Yang
43. Sagun, Samuel Jaime Gay-ya
44. Salas, Meryll Ann Tinaja
45. Saldana, Earl Remon Joaquino
46. Samadan, Ralston Marasigan
47. Sancheja, Ritzell Anne Reserva
48. Sanchez, Alfredo Jr. Barroga
49. Solidum, Nicole Christy Rufo
50. Tagalog, Marica Jade Ceniza
51. Tan, Paulina Luizza Murillo
52. To, Britchi Regina Torres
53. Torino, Johfken Vismanos
54. Tubiano, Kimberly Paquira
55. Uy, Mari Darzinne Julia Alcala
56. Vivares, Camille Jheronne Tampus
57. Wayway, Ianne Dale Caluttong
58. Wenceslao, Samantha Gitgano

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The MOA formalized the partnership for the interior renovation of Balay Samaritano sa Sugbo (Samaritan House of Cebu), a 鈥渄rop-in shelter for the homeless people living in the streets of Cebu City,鈥� providing temporary shelter, food assistance, medical care, and educational support to children and elderly. 

The interior renovation project entitled 鈥�Dayon Kamo: A Proposed Interior Renovation for Balay Samaritano in Cebu City supported by Third Place Theory鈥� started with the creation of a research-based approach in design of the Balay Samaritano which was initiated by a batch of graduating students of Bachelor of Science in Interior Design last May 2023. Damon Kamo is a common Cebuano greeting roughly translated as, 鈥渨elcome, come in.鈥�

This year, Phase 1 construction includes the renovation of two classrooms and two offices which is made possible through the initiative and team effort of 19 fourth-year students with the guidance of their mentors in the Interior Design Program under the course IN4200 Special Projects.

The MOA signing was led by Bachelor of Science in Interior Design students and hosted by the Dayon Kamo project managers, John Brix Cruza and Jan Marie Trocino. The Dayon Kamo project is an embodiment of the Carolinian core value, Devotio. 

By extending a helping hand through partnership and commitment, the students of the University of San Carlos are able to manifest the Carolinian devotion.

by Juliene Lim

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The events were part of the bilateral academic exchange and teaching cooperation between MATE Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the University of San Carlos. 

Ar. Cabanlit participated in the following activities: 

• Student workshop at MATE Hungarian University (Buda Campus)
• 鈥淕arden Heritage in Tourism, Tourism in Gardens Conference鈥� by Heritage Garden Foundation in Budapest, Hungary
• 鈥淚nternational Conference: Smart Landscape 2 鈥� Renewable and Sustainable鈥� organized by the Croatian Association of Landscape Architects (CALA) in Zagreb, Croatia.

Ar. Cabanlit鈥檚 participation was made possible through the assistance of Br. Bela Lanyi, SVD, who facilitated the MATE coordination and visa application; former SAFAD Dean Ar. Margret D. Rosario, FUAP, who established the international linkages for the Landscape Architecture program; and SAFAD Dean Dr. Adrian P. del Monte Ph.D. and Department of Architecture Chair Ar. Adrian Yap, M.S. who provided support and made the exchange possible. 

With reporting from Ar. Ryan Antony Cabanlit

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