Baliwag Polytechnic College Installs 506 Graduates

Senator Joel Villanueva shares his trials and triumphs to inspire the BTECH graduates to dream big. 

Baliwag Polytechnic College (BTECH) held its 8th Commencement Exercises last April 18, 2017 at Baliwag Star Arena, Pagala, Baliwag, Bulacan. BTECH installed 506 graduates in a solemn investiture witnessed by Baliwag Municipal Officials, the BTECH community, and hundreds of proud parents, relatives and well-wishers of the new graduates. Hon. Emmanuel Joel J. Villanueva, Senator of the Republic of the Philippines, is this year’s Commencement Speaker.

The harvest is great! This year’s yield include 271 graduates of Commission on Higher Education (CHED) programs and 235 graduates of Technical Education Skills Development Authority (TESDA) programs. There were: 16 graduates of Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, 61 of Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) major in Financial Management, 62 of BSBA major in Marketing Management, 44 of Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, 12 of Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, 18 of Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management, 18 of Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management, 27 of Bachelor of Elementary Education and 13 of Bachelor in Secondary Education major in English.

TESDA programs finishers include: 33 graduates of Computer and Electronics Technology, 101 of Hotel and Restaurant Services, 44 of Information Technology, 24 of Multimedia Arts and Animation and 33 of Office Management and Technology.

Dr. Emiterio L. Tiburcio, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Research, presented the candidates for graduation. Atty. Robert John I. Donesa, BTECH President, conferred the respective degrees and titles.

Hon. Emmanuel Joel J. Villanueva inspired the graduates to be the best version of themselves by sharing his personal success stories and experiences. He fondly shared the memories of his student years at the University of Santo Tomas where he was a basketball star despite his not-so-tall height. And during his stint as a Member of the House of Representatives, he was the youngest lawmaker. And as a TESDA Chief, he was an achiever. The graduates were truly inspired and proud to have him as their Commencement Speaker.

Mayor Ferdie V. Estrella sent his congratulatory message through the Municipal Administrator, Mr. Eric V. Tagle. He was in Manila to welcome his new son. Also present were CHED Region III Supervisor, Dr. Efren Abulencia and Municipality of Baliwag, Bulacan Councilor Igg. Joel Pascual.

Leading this batch is Mr. Christian R. Calderon, BSBA major in Financial Management, Magna Cum Laude. He delivered the words of gratitude in behalf of his batchmates. He profusely thanked the parents, friends, classmates and instructors for the love, support, camaraderie and guidance that led to their successful graduation of their respective programs.

The ceremonies ended at 8:00 P.M. with the singing of Tanghal ng Ilaw, BTECH’s college hymn.