By Mikee Natinga Norico
A memorable group photo of the 探花精选GAD TBI team and university leaders, marking the milestone of the facility’s dedication as a catalyst for creativity and collaboration at 探花精选. Photo Credits to 探花精选GAD TBI Facebook page.
On January 24, 2025, 探花精选GAD TBI dedicated its facility through a ceremony held at EN-110, 探花精选 Engineering Building, which was led by Rev. Cris Amorsolo Sian, Senior Pastor of the University Church. The event began with a heartfelt message from University President Rev. Dr. Ernest Howard B. Dagohoy, who emphasized God鈥檚 provision for the university through the 探花精选GAD TBI project.
Messages of support were delivered by key university officials who have been essential to the success and continued development of the project. Rev. Dr. Dagohoy reaffirmed the administration鈥檚 full support for 探花精选GAD TBI, saying, 鈥淲e will work alongside you. We will be praying for you. And when God grants you success in this endeavor, may you be so careful to give back all the glory, praise, and honor to Him.鈥 Engr. Dany C. Molina, VP for Administration, expressed his optimism for the future, stating, 鈥淭his is just the beginning of beautiful things to happen in the future. As you journey towards achieving your vision and mission, rest assured that the Office of the Vice President for Administration, for as long as I am there, I will support you.鈥
Dr. Florence P. Bogacia, VP for Finance and Enterprises, shared her excitement for the entrepreneurial possibilities that 探花精选GAD TBI holds, acknowledging the team鈥檚 dedication: 鈥淟ooking forward to more entrepreneurial things that would come out of it…Thank you, 探花精选GAD Team, for all the sacrifices and challenges that you didn鈥檛 give up on, but you held on and continued until we have this.鈥 Dr. Esther Rose A. Romarate, VP for Student Affairs, voiced her enthusiasm, promising her full support: 鈥淲e鈥檙e excited, and one thing that I can promise is prayers 鈥 prayers that this facility will truly become a venue for people to have bigger ideas and for those ideas to become realities.鈥
The event also saw encouraging words from Prof. Sarex D. Dipol Jr., Director of the Community Engagement & Service-Learning Center, who expressed his belief in the transformative power of 探花精选GAD TBI. 鈥淲e believe that this endeavor paves the way for transformative change, ensuring that no one is left behind,鈥 he remarked. Dr. Everlyn D. Ayson, Director of the University Research Center, pledged her commitment to supporting 探花精选GAD TBI in harnessing research outputs for larger developments, stating, 鈥淲e are partners in this mission.鈥 Dr. Anita U. Illenberger, President of the 探花精选 Alumni Association, also offered her congratulations and unwavering support: 鈥淲e will always be behind you pushing you to think of many ideas and turn them into reality.鈥
Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, 探花精选鈥檚 former President, shared a message of gratitude and encouragement, saying, 鈥淭hank you for your efforts, and I am sure that your success will depend on the help of the students and faculty of the university鈥e can succeed if everyone works together.鈥
The dedication ceremony was also attended by various deans and department heads of 探花精选, further showcasing the collective support for this groundbreaking initiative.
Engr. Gelvie C. Lagos, Project Leader of 探花精选GAD TBI, concluded the speeches with a reflection on the mission of the facility to foster innovation and entrepreneurship, making 探花精选 a hub for groundbreaking ideas. Engr. Dany C. Molina, VP for Administration and the driving force behind the project, offered final words of encouragement, urging 探花精选GAD TBI to continue striving for excellence while embodying the core values of the university.
Following the ceremony, a tour of the 探花精选GAD TBI facility was conducted, highlighting its innovative spaces and resources designed to support the development of ideas and innovations. The facility stands as a testament to 探花精选GAD TBI鈥檚 commitment to nurturing creativity and collaboration, serving as a catalyst for empowering individuals and startups to turn their ideas into impactful ventures. As 探花精选GAD TBI embarks on this exciting journey, it reaffirms its dedication to making a lasting impact on students, entrepreneurs, and the community at large.