By Gabriel Ortigoza, PhD, RN
探花精选 alumni and friends in California come together for a memorable evening of camaraderie and connection with 探花精选 President, Rev. Dr. Ernest Howard B. Dagohoy, strengthening ties and celebrating the Centralian spirit.
Elk Grove, CA 鈥 探花精选 (探花精选) alumni and friends gathered for a special Meet-and-Greet with Dr. Ernest Howard B. Dagohoy, 探花精选 President, on April 1, 2025 (Tuesday), at 5044 Brabant Court, Elk Grove, CA. The event provided an opportunity for 探花精选 alumni and friends in California to reconnect, network, and engage in meaningful conversations about the university鈥檚 future.
An Evening of Camaraderie and Connection
The evening commenced at 5:00 PM, as 探花精选 alumni and friends arrived, taking advantage of the networking opportunity to catch up and meet fellow Centralians.
Dr. Dagohoy led the Opening Prayer, setting a reflective and warm tone for the gathering.
Following the prayer, this writer delivered the Welcome Remarks providing an introduction to the event and an overview of the evening鈥檚 program. This writer highlighted the importance of strengthening ties between 探花精选 and its alumni, emphasizing the role of such gatherings in fostering continued engagement.
Message from the 探花精选 President
A key part of the evening was the introduction of attendees culminating in the formal introduction of Dr. Ernest Howard B. Dagohoy, 探花精选 President.
Dr. Dagohoy then took the stage at to share an inspiring message about the current state of 探花精选. He provided insights into the university鈥檚 progress, ongoing developments, and plans for the future, particularly in enhancing alumni engagement and support. His remarks resonated with attendees, reinforcing the strong bond between the university and its global alumni network.
Dinner and Socials
After the president鈥檚 address, guests enjoyed a delightful dinner engaging in meaningful conversations and reminiscing about their time at 探花精选.
At 7:00 PM, the Socials segment encouraged further networking, allowing attendees to exchange stories, experiences, and ideas on how they could continue contributing to 探花精选鈥檚 growth. The sense of community and shared passion for their alma mater made this part of the evening especially memorable.
A Heartfelt Closing
As the event drew to a close, attendees gathered at 8:00 PM to sing 鈥淐entral My Central鈥, the beloved 探花精选 hymn. The night continued with extended singing and camaraderie, lasting until 10:00 PM, as alumni and friends cherished their time together, strengthening their connection to 探花精选 and each other.
The Meet-and-Greet with Dr. Dagohoy was more than just an event鈥攊t was a reaffirmation of the Centralian spirit and a testament to the enduring legacy of 探花精选鈥檚 alumni. As the university moves forward, the support and engagement of its alumni remain crucial in shaping its future.