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De La Salle Lipa (DLSL) celebrated the graduation of its 2024 class with the 36th annual grand commencement ceremonies held last July 24, 2024 inside the SENTRUM. The morning ceremony included the College of Business, Economics, Accountancy, and Management (CBEAM); College of International Hospitality, Tourism, and Management (CIHTM); the School of Professional Advancement and Continuing Education (SPACE); and the College of Law (COL) while the afternoon ceremony featured the College of Nursing (CON); the College of Education, Arts, and Sciences; and the College of Information Technology and Engineering. These events united proud families, esteemed guests, and the entire DLSL community in celebrating the academic achievements and personal growth of the graduates.
DLSL President Bro. Edmundo Fernandez FSC and Chancellor Dr. Erickson Martinez led the programs along with De La Salle Lipa administrators, faculty, and staff attending these occasions. Conception Industrial Corporation Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Raul Joseph Concepcion and the 14th Vice President of the Republic of the Philippines and Angat Pinas Inc. Chairperson Atty. Maria Leonor Robredo inspired graduates to embrace resilience, lifelong learning, and meaningful growth with their respective keynote addresses that eventually have left a lasting impression on the graduates and audiences alike. Atty. Robredo remarked, “Your accomplishments and victories will only make sense when they enrich not only your life but also those of others. The true essence of growing in grace and wisdom is guiding others in navigating the world and becoming an instrument of good." On the other hand, Concepcion shared, “Running a marathon is like life. There will be ups and downs. It’s how you handle them that makes a difference,” inspiring graduates to conquer every obstacle.
Valedictorians Adrian Joseph Castillo (Bachelor of Science in Accountancy) and Herschel Macasaet Jain (Bachelor of Science in Multimedia Arts) have also delivered moving addresses, reflecting on their shared journey at DLSL. They celebrated the triumphs and challenges faced and expressed heartfelt gratitude to the faculty, family, and friends for their support. As graduates received their diplomas, the hall echoed with applause. The honor graduates were then awarded and their outstanding achievements celebrated. A highlight of the ceremony was the singing of the batch 2024 graduation song "This is Where We Begin" composed by Bianca Ysabella Dimaculangan. The celebrations culminated with the singing of the alma mater song.
De La Salle Lipa is proud to play an instrumental role in the success of its students through its commitment to providing quality education and fostering a supportive learning environment. The institution's emphasis on academic excellence, personal growth, and community values has prepared the students to face the challenges of the future confidently. As the graduates commence on their new journeys, the skills and values instilled in them by DLSL will continue to guide them, ensuring they make meaningful contributions to society and achieve great success.
(With words by Cristina Alfarita Larombi, De La Salle Lipa)
