MHAM CM 67th Investiture and Commencement Exercises
The Matias H. Aznar Memorial College of Medicine, Inc. proudly held its 67th Investiture and Commencement Exercises at the Grand Pacific Ballroom, Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino last June 15, 2017 from 1:00 in the afternoon to 7:30 in the evening.
Soar high, Batch Elixir…
This year, the class of 2017 named Elixir, officially marked their identity as MHAM graduates as they sang in unison that healing is their mission, caring is their dream and saving is their calling in the name of service.
Baccalaureate Mass for Batch Elixir
Started with a baccalaureate mass officiated by Rev. Fr. Medelino Borgueta, SDB, two-hundred nine Elixir graduates were beaming with pride and honor during the graduation rites together with their respective families and loveones.
Dr. Daniel C. Panaglima during the Petition of Hooding
The hooding ceremony was being petitioned by Dr. Daniel C. Panaglima, a Cum Laude awardee, and hereby accepted by MHAM Chairman and President, Mrs. Elma Aznar Sierra.
Acceptance of Petition: MHAM CM Chairman and President, Mrs. Elma Aznar-Sierra
Moreover, the turnover and installation ceremonies made the half-day event more symbolic and significant as Dr. Arlene Diaz was formally designated as the new MHAM VP Academics while Dr. Ma. Socorro Manaloto, replaced her, becoming the new College Dean.
Turnover and Installation Ceremonies: The newly-installed VP Academics, Dr. Arlene Diaz and the new College Dean, Dr. Ma. Socorro Manaloto
The awarding of honors and citations to outstanding Elixir graduates for the academic year 2016-2017 added more color of the event as Dr. Daniel C. Panaglima, Dr. Jessa Elaine B. Fronda and Dr. Frendel A. Vallejo were cited as Cum Laude awardees.
Cum Laude: Dr. Jessa Elaine B. Fronda with her family
Cum Laude: Dr. Frendel A. Vallejo with his family
Dr. Krisette Adeline S. Manuntag, Dr. Remaur S. Herrera, Dr. Mary Grace B. Ramiso, Dr. Jemer Grace S. Arellano, Dr. Maelisa Grace C. Alarcon, Dr. Michael Jude D. Medalla, Dr. Ma. Janielou B. Ocampos, Dr. Joy A. Lorezo and Dr. Jason D. Gujilde were this year’s Dean’s Medallion for academic achievement awardees.
Meanwhile, March 2017 Physician Licensure Examination 4th placer, Dr. Maude Sang-an Tabigue made the ceremony more compelling as she took the center stage with her inspirational talk before the Elixir graduates.
MHAM alumna-topnotcher, Dr. Maude S. Tabigue…
Inspirational Talk: March 2017 Physician Licensure Examination 4th placer, Maude S. Tabigue, MD
Gracing the event with her inspiring message, this MHAM topnotcher ignited their spirit as she congratulated them for the proud moment, the milestone, the product of their hardwork and perseverance and their parents’ relentless support. She reminded them that graduation day is the joint effort between the graduates and the members of the family or sponsors who supported their studies, and most of all, the day will finally covet the two most expensive letters, which a very few people are privilege to have after their name, the certified “MD”.
“When I was asked to be your speaker, I felt that the task is a bit heavy for me, given my neonatal career. I think I am too young and lacking in many ways to inspire. Like you I still have much to learn as a doctor and as a person. But those few years under my belt has given me some personal insights about how it is being in the noblest profession. To be a doctor is to be open or shall I say committed to life-long learning. We’ve been in school most of our lives only to realize that despite all that we have learned, the human body remains by and large a mysterious thing with many secrets yet to be uncovered. Unique to our profession is that during the course of our duty, it just comes naturally that we involve all of our faculties– physical, mental, emotional and the moral aspect“, said Dr. Tabigue.
The pledge of loyalty to Alma Mater was led by the Board of Trustees and Corporate Treasurer, Dr. Carlito Astillero, who is the lyricist of the MHAM hymn.
Pledge of Loyalty: Board of Trustees and Corporate Treasurer, Dr. Carlito Astillero…
In an interview with Dr. Daniel Panaglima, who was also a recipient of the Dean’s Medallion for Outstanding Researcher of the Year aside from being a Cum Laude, he cheerfully shared that those sleepless nights have been paid off and the inspiring advises from the many individuals compelled him to strive hard with dedication.
Dr. Daniel Panaglima with his family
With Dr. Daniel C. Panaglima
“First of all, I gave all credit to God because without Him I can do nothing but rely on Him. Medicine is a tough course and for an Adventist like me who, every Saturday pays reverence for the Sabbath day, I still made it especially on this rewarding day. I am very grateful to all the valuable people who supported me from the very start especially to my beloved family and every single penny spent is a sacrifice for them”, said Dr. Panaglima who is planning to specialize either Pediatrics or Internal Medicine in due time.
To complete their most-awaited day, the two hundred nine Elixir graduates rendered their graduation song titled, “We Are Here For Service”, originally composed and arranged by Dr. Stephanie P. Ong and Dr. Aldin D. Piamonte.
WE ARE HERE FOR SERVICE by Dr. Stephanie P. Ong
Hosted by HR Director, Mr. Pedro Pañares and Dr. Chamberlain Agtuca, the commencement exercises marked the 67th graduation rites a momentous event to remember with integrity and honor as MHAM products.
Event-host, HR Director, Mr. Pedro Pañares…
Event co-host, Dr. Chamberlain Agtuca…
Named after elixir, a sweetened and aromatic solution of alcohol and water containing or used as a vehicle for medicinal substances, the Batch Elixir, or elixir of life, is believed to be capable of prolonging life. Anchored in excellence and rising firm before the world that awaits them, Batch Elixir graduates can now proudly say, WEAREMHAM! (Ana Liza Abao)
ELIXIR Class of 2017