This year’s Midyear Alumni Day on Sunday, June 18, 2023, at the Multipurpose Hall, National University (NU) Annex Building, marked the third Alumni Day since 2018. The celebration with the theme of “Celebrating Life-long Bonds” was attended by more than a hundred notable alumni and guests.  After a three-year hiatus from holding major events, the Midyear Alumni Day has finally been made possible by the NU Alumni Affairs Office (NUAAO). Alumni from different batches graced the event to celebrate NU’s milestone […]

Dreams do come true. Cliché, but this has been proven by a 26-year-old Dentistry graduate, Dr. Ma. Cristina Dimas, after ranking 6th in the May 2023 Dentistry Licensure Examination. For some people, it takes time before finally deciding what to pursue in college. Oftentimes, shifting from one course to another; but for Dr. Tina Dimas, it was fulfilling a childhood dream. “When I was a kid, I really wanted to be a dentist. I even got a mouth mirror from […]

Francis Phillip Saura is a professional volleyball player and a national pool member of the Philippine team who notched a historic silver medal win in the 2019 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games.  His volleyball journey started in interschool athletic competitions at Thompson Christian School of Davao City and played in Palarong Pambansa eventually. His University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) career started in 2013 as a middle blocker for the National University Men’s Volleyball Team and represented the country in […]

  Dr. Ricardo De Galicia, concurrent Vice Mayor of the Municipality of Torrijos, Marinduque, earned his degree in Doctor of Dental Medicine at NU in 1993. After passing the licensure examination in 1994, he stayed in Manila for several years to practice his profession. He then decided to return to his hometown to continue his profession and extend his service to his compatriots. Due to his desire to be of service to the majority, he decided to enter public service […]

One of the newest branches of National University (NU), NU Lipa, celebrated its inauguration and blessing yesterday. Cutting of the ribbon and unveiling of the marker was led by NU President and CEO, Dr. Renato Carlos H. Ermita Jr., and NU Lipa’s Executive Director, Mr. Avelino Palupit, together with Batangas Province Governor, Mr. Hermilando Dodo T. Mandanas, Lipa City Mayor, Mr. Eric B. Africa, and CHED Region IV-A OIC Director, Mr. Freddie B. Bulauan. In his short inspirational message, Governor […]

  Matthew Irvine Marlou Aquino is an international professional basketball player for the Shinshu Brave Warriors of the Japan B.League. He debuted for the Japanese National Team as a power forward and center position in the FIBA World Cup Qualifying Round in February 2022. Matthew graduated last March 2020 with a degree in Marketing Management. Prior to representing his heritage team in the Asian world cup, he played for the National University from 2016 to 2018 in the UAAP. His […]

Nationalian Pride Violeta Dela Fuente-Lapid President of National High School Alumni Association A.B. Political Science Batch 1972 Owner of R. Lapid’s Chicharon   Violeta D. Lapid is a homegrown nationalian, she spent her elementary to college days at the National University. She graduated with a degree in Political Science but chose to pursue a business career. Ma’am Violy owns the R. Lapid’s Chicharon and is currently the National University High School Alumni Association President. In 1974, she and her husband, […]

Jonel Lunario C. Lunario, CFMP, CCSA Certified Financial Market Professional Certified Cloud Systems Analyst Regional Chief Associate for Academics – National Federation of Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants – NCR President – National University Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants President – National University (The rising Epitome of Social Science) Megaworld Scholar Academic Excellence Awardee (2012 to 2014) Manuel S. Enverga Academy Foundation, Inc.   Jonel Lunario graduated with a degree in Accountancy in 2016. He earned his Certificates in Financial […]

Cara Larize A. De Villa, Cum Laude in BS Electronics Engineering, is our 2021 Don Mariano Fortunato Jhocson Memorial Awardee. An NU Academic scholar and consistent Dean’s Lister, Cara was always working hard and staying focused on her goals. She was President of the NU Integrated Electronics Engineering Society, an ECE Representative of the NU Student Government, an active member of the Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines, and Secretary-General of the NU Integrated Electronics Engineering Society. Cara’s success […]

Nationalian Pride Drill Sergeant Kristine B. Abriam Philippine Air Force Women’s Basketball Team Member, 2016 – Present Siklab Pilipinas Netball Team Member 2019 – present (2019 Southeast Asian Games 5th Runners Up) Member of NUWBT – Lady bulldogs UAAP Season 78 (Champion) UAAP Season 76 Athlete Scholar Awardee   Our Nationalian Pride Kristine B. Abriam is now a Drill Sergeant in the Philippine Air Force who dauntlessly succeeded in the male-dominated industry. She is also a member of the Philippine […]

Nationalian Pride Architect Bibiano “Bibs” A. Luzande, Jr. FUAP General Manager & CEO – Consnet Builders, Inc. Distinguished Alumnus of Architecture (2011) NU Most Outstanding Alumnus Awardee for Architecture (2010) United Architects of the Philippines (Fellow) President – UAP QC Central Chapter (1999-2001) District Director – UAP District A3 (2004-2005) President – Rotary Club of Metro Sta. Mesa (2004 – 2005) Grand Knight – Knights of Columbus Council 6632 (2005-2007) Member of Brotherhood of Professionals and Businessmen, Brethren Lords Flock […]

Engr. Mark Macawile is one of National University’s prime examples of how #EducationThatWorks can be the stepping stone for you to achieve your dreams. In 2014, he graduated Magna Cum Laude from BS Electronics Engineering at National University as an SM Foundation Inc. Scholar. He furthered his studies, earning a Master’s Degree in both Engineering Management, and Innovation and Business where he graduated with high honors. His thirst for knowledge did not stop there— he is currently pursuing Behavioral Economics at Heritage […]

Leander P. Lazaro BSBA Management Class of 2016 Leander had the makings of a champion all throughout his time as an NU athlete. He started off his career with the Rookie of the Year Award, followed by three gold medals, and finished strong with his second MVP award on his graduating year. His great love for the sport led him to pursue a career in tennis as a professional coach. He is a member of the Australian Tennis Professional Coaches […]

Engr. Pio Gualter Batarao Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Class of 2011 Project Coordinator at Sunray Woodcraft Construction, Singapore Throughout Engr. Batarao’s career, he worked on quite a number of projects with Marina Bay Sands VIP Suites, Singapore Management University School of Law, Changi Airport group, and National University of Singapore. Some of his local projects include SM Mall of Asia, SM Corporate Offices Building, SM City Pampanga, and SM City Rosario. He was involved with the National University […]

Dr. Angelique Dulay- LacasandileBachelor of Science in Computer Science,Class of 2011 Program Chair, Computer Science DepartmentNational University-Manila In 2016, she led a team of students for Program the Future: The Accenture Technology Campus Challenge 2016 where they bagged the championship and were awarded trip to Accenture’s Internet of Things (IoT) Center of Excellence in Singapore. She also initiated partnerships with Microsoft and to this day enjoys the benefits of what she started. Dr. Lacasandile, with her skills and knowledge, is […]

Arch. Bryll Edison ParCum LaudeBachelor of Science in Architecture, Class of 2016 Registered and Licensed Architect ( PRC ) Registered and Licensed Master Plumber ( PRC ) Champion- Beyond GRIT National Conceptual Design Competition 2021- Hosted by United Architects of the Philippines, UP Resilience Institute and Emergency Architects 1st Runner Up- Marinduque Centennial Celebration Festival Float Design Competition- 2020 Don Mariano Fortunato Jhocson Memorial Award- Highest and Most Meritorious Award of National University Philippines 2016 Top 9- Outstanding Thesis of […]

Anthony Oskar Alvarado, Bachelor of Science in Commerce, Class of 2013   Doctor of Education major in Educational Leadership (on-going) (San Jose State University, San Jose, California)   Master of Arts in Education major in Educational Administration (Concordia University Irvine, Irvine, California)   Master of Arts in Education major in Curriculum and Instruction (San Jose State University, San Jose, California)   Spirit Award for Partnership 2020-2021 (Franklin-Mckinley School District)   Teacher of the Year 2020-2021(Franklin-Mckinley School District)   2019 Extra […]

Proud alumna; Ma. Jhoeleanne Adriano started a donation drive for the victims of Typhoon Ulysses

Being underprivileged should never be an excuse to achieve your dream. This mindset pushed Engr. Danilo Tamayo to attain his almost impossible goal of building a construction empire. A native of Buguey, Cagayan, Engr. Tamayo travelled all the way from the northern part of Luzon to enroll in National U. “Gusto ng tatay ko, tumigil na ako, magsaka na lang ako sa bukid. Pero ayoko, ang ginawa ko, ibinenta ko ang mga natitira naming binhi at wala silang alam, lumuwas […]

For us to succeed, we must take risks. This is what Architect Geremias A. Barcebal had in mind when he took the plunge and flew to Saudi Arabia to fulfill his dream of becoming a successful architect. A native of San Teodoro, Oriental Mindoro, Architect Geremias dreamt of becoming an architect even when he was young. And choosing National U is something he did not hesitate to do because it apparently runs in the family. “My siblings are all NU, […]

In 1945, the Architecture degree program was added into National University’s growing number of course offerings. Since then, it has produced thousands of architects who are continuously bringing pride to National U. One of them is Architect Arnulfo “Arnold” De Asis, a proud alumnus from batch 1978 and a co-founder of one of the country’s top construction firms. While his company boasts of its indestructible foundation having been in the business for 35 years, Architect Arnold De Asis admitted that […]

Dream big. This is what BFP Chief Leonard Ramos Bañago had in mind when he finished his studies in National University. But it was not at all smooth as the San Quintin, Pangasinan-native did not really know what to do and which course to take. After his sister’s prodding, he decided to enroll in the Mechanical Engineering program in National U. He realized living in the metro is way different from his province life, so he had to strive to […]

  He could have chosen another course, but he chose Electronics Engineering. He could have enrolled in another university, but he picked National U. He could have stopped dreaming instead he worked hard to achieve his goal. It could be destiny, but it is also a fruit of his hard work and perseverance. Meet Engr. Jimson V. Ornido, 21-year old Electronics Engineering alumnus of National U who recently topped the 2018 ECE licensure exam placing sixth. Who would have thought […]

  DR. RIGIL KENT PAR, an alumnus of NU’s College of Dentistry, has been chosen as one of the finalists of the CSR Youth Awards 2016 (Young Professionals category), chosen among 81 nominees nationwide.

A Nationalian is about to make not only the university but the country proud. Former National University Lady Bulldog libero Jennylyn Reyes was chosen to be part of the Philippine team that will compete in the upcoming FIVB World Club Women’s Championship to be held on October here in the Philippines. Last July 19, Reyes was given the ‘golden ticket’ and was named as the fourth member of the ‘Magnificent 7’ — or the 7 local volleyball players that will […]