28/07/2026
To the Ateneo de Naga University Community:
The College Guidance Center warmly pays tribute to the many individuals, offices, and organizations whose invaluable support made this year's Orientation Seminar for Freshmen, Transferees, and Readmitted Students (ORSEM) 2026 a resounding success.
With the theme "Kompas: Charting Your Atenean Journey," ORSEM 2026 was held on July 24โ25, 2026, in various venues across the University. The Parents' Orientation, held on July 25, 2026, at the Arrupe Convention Hall and Richie Fernando Hall, likewise became meaningful and successful because of the generosity, collaboration, and dedication of the Ateneo de Naga University community.
The College Guidance Center would like to express its heartfelt gratitude to the following:
*Fr. President Aristotle C. Dy, S.J., Dr. Digna P. Alba, Vice President for Higher Education, and Dr. Janet Badong-Badilla, Executive Director of the Office of Mission and Identity, for the trust and confidence they entrusted to us in carrying out this meaningful undertaking.
*Fr. Aristotle C. Dy, S.J., for serving as the main celebrant during the Opening Program's Eucharistic Celebration.
Fr. Jose Embile Jr., S.J., Fr. Celerino Ignacio Reyes, S.J., and Fr. Guy Peter V. Guibelondo, S.J., for concelebrating the Opening Mass together with Fr. Ari.
*The Chaplaincy Office, the College Campus Ministry Office, and the Higher Education Liturgical Committee for their invaluable assistance in preparing and celebrating the Opening Mass, as well as the altar servers and lay ministers for their dedicated service.
*Ms. Janice Kay Dautil, for serving as commentator during the ORSEM Mass.
*Ms. Catherine Paterno and the Student Ambassadors for their invaluable assistance as ushers and usherettes during the Sacrament of Confession.
*Dr. Digna P. Alba, for conducting the Academic Policies Orientation during both the Students' Orientation and the Parents' Orientation, providing our freshmen and their parents/guardians with a clear understanding of the University's academic policies, standards, and expectations as they begin their Atenean journey.
*The College Deans, Department Chairpersons, Directors, and Staff of the various Formation and Student Support Offices (Campus Ministry Office and Office of Student Affairs), the Liderato kan Nueva Atenista, and the different Academic Student Support Offices, including the University Library, College Admission and Aid Office, University Health Services Office, Management Information System, and Network Operations and Computer Services, for their invaluable participation, support, and contribution throughout the activity.
*Mr. Rex B. Alba, for leading the singing of the Philippine National Anthem during the Opening Program of the studentsโ orientation and of the Parents' Orientation.
*Dr. Digna P. Alba, Ms. Mary Jane S. Medroso, Mr. Ronaldo D. Surara, Ms. Maria Josephine I. Reyes, Ms. Merle F. Palcon, and Ms. Mildred O. Bahia, for sharing their time and insights during the Open Forum of the Parents' Orientation.
*The University Parent-Teacher Association, for generously sponsoring the snacks during the Parents' Orientation.
*Mr. Noriel M. Artiaga and the University Band, as well as the University Choir, for warmly welcoming our freshmen through music and for providing beautiful performances during the Mass and the Opening and Closing Programs.
*Our talented performers during the Opening and Closing ProgramsโMs. Charmelle Faye S. Badiola, the Ateneo Dance Club, and the Ateneo Golden Cavalry.
*The Ateneo Film Society for producing the inspiring ORSEM opening video, and to Mr. Vhan Ulric B. Llupar for editing and producing the ORSEM highlights for both days, allowing the Ateneo community to promptly relive the event's memorable moments.
*The University Student Recruitment Office, for providing photo coverage throughout the two-day Orientation Seminar (ORSEM), helped capture its memorable moments and highlighted the active participation and enthusiasm of everyone involved.
*Ms. Joanaviva C. Plopenio, Director of the Institute for Environmental Conservation and Research, for providing an orientation to our sponsor companies on the University's Laudato Si' Policy, fostering environmental stewardship and sustainability throughout the event.
*Mr. Ronaldo D. Surara, University Treasurer, and his staff, for facilitating the timely release of funds necessary for the successful implementation of the program.
*Ms. Marymon G. S. Salvamante and the staff of the Office of the University Registrar, for providing essential documents such as the list of freshmen, block assignments, and other necessary records.
*Mr. Eric K. Juanillo, Director of the Campus Services and Operations Office, together with his staff and the University security personnel, for ensuring the safety and security of everyone throughout the event.
*Engr. Kris Lloyd T. Villamonte, Physical Plant Administrator, and his staff, for preparing the venues and equipment needed for the different activities. Special thanks to Mr. Manuel P. Nicolas for his invaluable assistance in planning the Mass set-up, overseeing logistical concerns, and supervising the stage setup.
*The Procurement and Asset Management Office, for the timely procurement and delivery of the equipment, materials, and other resources needed for ORSEM 2026.
*The Velocity Care personnel, for their invaluable assistance in addressing logistical concerns throughout ORSEM.
*The various co-curricular organizations, for assisting their respective colleges and departments during the Departmental Orientations.
*The Ateneo Red Cross Youth for providing first-aid support and remaining on standby throughout the program to ensure the health and safety of all participants.
*The Classroom Evaluators, for generously sharing their time and expertise in evaluating our student facilitators during the Breakout Module Sessions.
*Judges in the ORSEM Cup:
Mr. Mikee H. David, JHS Faculty Member
Dr. Tess Consulta, SHS Faculty Member
Ms. Cristine Rose S. De Leon-Garduce, JHS Faculty Member
Ms. Cristine R. Refuerzo, CIFP and NSTP Formator
Mr. Joemarie A. Boletic, CIFP and NSTP Formator
Mr. Sofio Joseph Almoneda, Program Officer for Student Leadership Development, OSA
*Also, to our sponsor companies and catering partners, for your generous support, excellent service, and unwavering presence throughout the entire duration of ORSEM 2026. We sincerely appreciate your partnership and generosity in helping make ORSEM 2026 a meaningful and memorable experience for our newest Ateneans. Namely:
GOLD SPONSORS
Archives by Curatedge
Dimsum Latita
Ellaine Creations
Kathz Beauty Studio
Lemon and Co
Luscious by Amariah
Marjhorge Ice Cream
MatchaKumu
Momshie Shawarma
SHINZOU. PH
Yellow Cab
SILVER SPONSORS
Worknest Coworking Space
Sof โn Sweet
BRONZE SPONSORS
Colgate-Palmolive
Green Cross Incorporated
*To HRA Audio and Lights LED Wall for generously providing the LED wall used on our stage. Your support and contributions helped create a vibrant, engaging atmosphere, making our event more memorable and visually impactful. We sincerely appreciate your partnership and generosity.
*Most importantly, our 190 student volunteers, who generously offered their time, energy, and talentsโwhether serving behind the scenes as committee heads and members or as part of the Ateneo Facilitators' Brigade.
*Your dedication, commitment, and spirit of service truly reflect the kind of formation nurtured by the University. Your selfless efforts are a testament to the values instilled by your mentors and the Atenean community. May your example continue to inspire others to serve generously and wholeheartedly as we work together in shaping young minds and hearts.
Congratulations to the ORSEM Cup Winners!
The ORSEM Cup recognizes the college whose students demonstrated outstanding attendance, discipline, cleanliness, enthusiasm, and school spirit throughout ORSEM.
This year's winners are:
๐ Saint Ignatius of Loyola Award (Champion) - College of Computer Studies
๐ฅ St. Francis Xavier Award (Second Place) - College of Business and Accountancy
๐ฅ St. Peter Faber Award (Third Place) - College of Education
Congratulations to the Special Award Recipients!
โจPillar of Christ-Centeredness (Best in Cleanliness)
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College of Nursing
โจ Pillar of Compassionate Commitment to Change (Highest Sustained Attendance & SPRF)
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College of Education
โจ Pillar of Conscience (Most Disciplined and Well-Behaved College)
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College of Science, Engineering, and Architecture
โจ Pillar of Competence (Best College Cheer)
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College of Education
ORSEM continues to be one of the finest examples of how the Ateneo community comes together in service. Every contributionโbig or smallโhelped make this year's orientation a meaningful and memorable experience for our newest Ateneans.
Behind this two-day event were nearly three months of planning, preparation, coordination, and collaboration. Countless individuals worked tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that every detail was thoughtfully prepared, and every participant experienced a meaningful welcome into Ateneo life.
To everyone who servedโfrom our university offices and staff to our facilitators, committee members, volunteers, and partnersโthank you for your unwavering commitment, generosity, and dedication.
Your collective efforts brought this year's theme, "Kompas: Charting Your Atenean Journey," to life.
The theme reminds us that university life is not merely about schedules, grades, and deadlines. Rather, it is an invitation to navigate one's Atenean journey with purpose, discernment, faith, and service. It encourages every student to discover their "true north" through meaningful engagement with the Ateneo community and by embracing the values that define an Atenean education.
As our freshmen begin charting their own Atenean journey, may ORSEM continue to serve as their first guide toward a life of purpose, excellence, faith, and service.
Dios Mabalos!
Sincerely,
The College Guidance Center Family
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