Emma Ruby delivered the following graduation speech on 2 June 2017. Seven years ago, I graduated from this university with a degree in Nursing. Like many of my classmates, I believed then that I could heal more wounds and touch more lives if I should become a doctor. Surprisingly, I ended up entering law school. …
“Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will SUCCEED.” – Proverbs 16:3 I started my CPA journey through faith. My dream-turned-reality was a six-year prayer, a struggle and a success. Without really knowing what the Accountancy program is, I heeded to my parents’ advise and enrolled myself. But after reading a fundamentals of …
ARTICLE AND VIDEO: Paul Michael Jaramillo, VoicePoints Chairman and Executive Editor PHOTOS: Elton Encina, VoicePoints Photography Desk Bureau Chief The long wait is over! In celebration of the International Museum Day on 18 May 2018, the National Museum of Natural History opened its door to the public. The new museum is part of the National …
Do you have a brave heart to conquer heights? Whether that’s a yes or no get ready to feed your eyes with the stunning view Mt. Binacayan. Mt. Binacayan is situated in Rodriguez, a town in Rizal province that is less than an hour away from the city. It is popularly known for its sea …
The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 2,843 out of 9,830 passed the Certified Public Accountant Licensure Examination given by the Board of Accountancy last May 2018. The successful examinees the ten highest places are the following: RANK NAME SCHOOL RATING 1 JAYSON ONG CHAN SAINT PAUL SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES – PALO 92.50 2 JOMARI …
I had such a beautiful experience in Bali, Indonesia. It’s hard to even explain. Definitely, I’ll go back in July. Here’s what you are waiting for – my three-day itinerary. Day Half Day Ubud Tour 1:00pm – 6:00pm Kynd Community (in Seminyak) Batuan Temple (free) Tegalalang Rice Fields (free) Uma Pakel & Luwak Coffee Plantation (free) …
Behind every successful business is a good accountant. Behind every accountant is a story of rewarding journey to becoming a CPA. So here goes mine. It was a beautiful morning when I was surprised to receive the letter sealed from the school I attended in for the college admission test. I was overwhelmed. I passed …
Today, is a day more than just about the medals, the plaques, and the certificates from our beloved institution as we recognize our efforts, hardwork, and the people who enabled us to be the way we are today. I stand here in front of you looking prim, sharp, and confident young man but inside …
“I will pursue a course which I know I will be having lots of job opportunities after graduation” – and that is where it all started. Bachelor of Science in Accountancy – I decided this course to take up. I was not influenced by my parents, relatives or even my peers. Maybe it was a …
Being a CPA was really not my dream career, it is to become a pilot. But due to financial difficulty, I took my study in a public school in the province of Goa, Camarines Sur that I never regret. During admission process, I was given a chance to choose what course I wanted to take …