Paulinian Excellence on the Global Stage: CMPA Dean Shines in Vienna, Graduate School Alumnus Honored, and 100% LET Success
By Earl David Ong | The Paulinian
St. Paul University Manila continues to demonstrate its commitment to excellence, with recent achievements highlighting the talents and accomplishments of its community members both locally and internationally.
Dr. Raul Sunico, the esteemed Dean of the College of Music and the Performing Arts (CMPA), captivated audiences at the Mozarthaus Concert Hall in Vienna, Austria, on June 7, 2024. The successful concert was co-organized by Philippine Ambassador to Austria, Evangeline Lourdes Arroyo-Bernas, and the Philippine-Austrian Cultural Educational Society (PACES) President, Jane Abaya, along with Efren Abaya. The event, which celebrated Philippine Independence Day, was held for the benefit of Filipino scholars in Science and Technology. Dean Sunico’s performance not only showcased his exceptional musical talent but also reinforced SPU Manila’s cultural and artistic contributions on the global stage.
In another remarkable achievement, Dr. Jerome Cleofas, a distinguished alumnus of SPU Manila’s Graduate School, has been named the 2024 Outstanding Young Scientist in Sociology by the National Academy of Science and Technology. Dr. Cleofas, who completed his Master of Arts in Nursing in 2010, continues to bring pride to the university with his significant contributions to the field of sociology. His recognition as an Outstanding Young Scientist is a testament to the high caliber of SPU Manila’s graduate programs and its alumni’s impact on various professional fields.
Moreover, SPU Manila celebrates the outstanding performance of its Teacher Education Program (TEP) graduates, who achieved a 100% passing rate in the recent Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET). This achievement highlights the university’s unwavering commitment to producing competent and dedicated educators who are well-prepared to make a difference in the educational landscape.
These accomplishments, ranging from international cultural contributions to national academic honors, reflect the Paulinian spirit of excellence, leadership, and service. SPU Manila continues to uphold its tradition of nurturing talents that shine both on the world stage and within their professional communities. The university congratulates its faculty, alumni, and graduates for their remarkable achievements and looks forward to even more successes in the future.
