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35th Anniversary/Induction Dinner-Dance
& PWU Post Centennial Celebration
Saturday, July 20, 2019
Sheraton Cerritos Hotel. Cerritos, CA
Philippine Women’s University
Alumni Association of Southern California (PWUAASC)
Our Alma Mater!
Our Nourishing Mother!
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Dear Fellow Philwomenians,
At 35, most women are just reaching their prime. And so it goes for PWUAA of
Southern California whose members share many more years of memories made
from worthwhile activities, unforgettable experiences and fond recollections of
their past schooldays at the Philippine Women's University.
PWU is celebrating its Centennial this 2019 which makes PWUAA of Southern
California's 35th celebration even more significant. The school was founded to
teach young women (and now even men) to raise good families but also to
establish their own careers and contribute to their chosen communities. All over
the world, Philwomenians have been doing just that and among you here tonight,
we have several outstanding examples.
The Philippines is at a crossroads and those of us who are fortunate enough to be
able to see it from a safe distance can also see the areas that most need our help. I
hope that you will include our beloved campus on Taft Avenue and find a way
either individually or as groups of alumni to make a difference in whatever way
you can.
Be one of the "100 Reasons to be Proud" of PWU this centennial year.
Thank you and Mabuhay!
Lyca
Lydia Francisca Benitez Brown
PWU Board of Trustees
Member
The Philippine Women's University
and its Affiliate Schools for Men & Women
Address: 1743 Taft Avenue, Manila 1004 Philippines
MESSAGE
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My dear fellow Philwomenians, honored guests, family and friends. Welcome to
the Thirty-Fifth Anniversary Dinner Dance and the Post-Philippine Women’s University
Centennial Celebration in the United States. I am extremely proud of what we have
accomplished and thank you all for your support and hard work.
I feel blessed and truly honored in being able to share in this night with you all.
We have come together to commemorate the centennial anniversary of our Alma Mater.
On June 9, 1919, Philippine Women’s College officially opened its classes. As we mark
this momentous occasion, we should remember all those who have helped us achieve this
milestone. Tonight we celebrate and pay tribute to the dreams and our founders in providing
quality education to Filipino women.
We have all benefited so much from our education and I am proud to count myself
among you all as an alumnus of PWU. I encourage you all to share your stories and
experiences with each other. I hope that with each gathering, our PWU family will continue
to grow in friendship and fellowship.
We all owe a debt of gratitude to the four founders - Shirley Yaptinchay Eylam, Paz
Esquerra Carillo, Fe Alban Santos and Alma P. de Guzman who initiated the birth of the
Philippine Women’s University Alumni Association of Southern California ( PWUAASC ) in
March 1984. Let’s reaffirm our dedication to our association and our mission of supporting
our Alma Mater and local community outreach programs, as well as to continue to serve as
a dedicated member of PWUAASC. I believe strongly in the work that we do and know that
our efforts make a difference in our community, alumni and current students of PWU.
Vicky Callanta Soong
BSN class’74 RN (retired)
PWUAASC President 2017- 2018
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B O ARD O F S U P E RV IS O R S
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
822 KENNETH HAHN HALL OF ADMINISTRATION/ LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA 90012
Telephone (213) 974-4444 / FAX (213) 229-3676
J A N I CE H AH N
Chair
July 20, 2019
Dear Friends:
Welcome to the 35th Anniversary and PWU Post Centennial Celebration. I am proud of
all the Philippine Women’s University Alumni Association of Southern California
(PWUAASC) has accomplished here in LA County and around the world.
We want to recognize the important work this organization does to provide leadership in
the community as well as numerous social, religious and educational activities.
I also want to thank Vicky Soong, this year’s president for all of her hard work and
dedication to move the PWUAASC toward a bigger and better future.
I hope you will enjoy tonight’s celebration and may the PWUAASC continue to inspire
and support women here in the community, in LA County and around the world for
many more years to come.
Congratulations & enjoy this wonderful evening.
Sincerely,
JANICE HAHN
Chair of the Board of Supervisors
County of Los Angeles
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Cynthia U. Tan
(1984 - 1986)
Exal A. Igidbashian
(1990)
Sylvia F. Magturo
(1997 - 1998)
Juliet O. Abrantes
(1991)
Nina M. Ponce de Leon
(1999 - 2000)
Fe A. Santos
(1992)
Elden C. Pablo
(2001 - 2002)
Esther D. Reyes
(1993 - 1994)
Lynne A. Isaac
(2003 - 2004)
Minda A. Gorospe
(1995 - 1996)
Tessie N. Lightholder
(2005 - 2006)
Lydia V. Solis
(2015 - 2016)
Placida C. Worrell
(2007 - 2008)
Vicky Callanta-Soong
(2017 - 2018)
Lena O. Mazanka
(1986 - 1987)
Paz E. Carillo
(1987 - 1988)
Arceli G.C. Gagajena
(2009 - 2010)
Dr. Regina F. Tercero
(1988 - 1989)
Virginia B. Vivas
(2011 - 2012)
Marigene Ocampo-Strouse
(2013 - 2014)
PRESIDENTIAL HISTORY*
Philippine Women’s University Alumni Association of Southern California
Website: pwuaasc.org • Email: pwuaasc@yahoo.com
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OFFICERS 2019-2020
Arceli Gagajena
CORRESP. SECRETARY
Puring Worrell
TREASURER
Juliet O. Abrantes
Exal Igidbashian
ASST. TREASURER
Tess Go Hoey
Vicky C. Soong
AUDITOR
Elden C. PabloTessie N. Lightholder
Esther D. Reyes Nanette Rosadia Dr. Mely P. Ocampo
Consultant Emeritus
Minda A. Gorospe
Adviser
Lydia V. Solis
P.R.O.
Mel Paredes
Marilu Barretto
PRESIDENT
Marilou Kinetz
PRESIDENT-ELECT
Lolly D. Enrile
VICE PRESIDENT
Marigene O. Strouse
RECORDING SECRETARY
BOARD MEMBERS
Website: pwuaasc.org • Email: pwuaasc@yahoo.com
Philippine Women’s University Alumni Association of Southern California
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PWUAASC 35th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION COMMITTEE
Overall Committee Chairman
Lu Barretto -PWUAASC President
Vicky Soong - Outgoing President
CO - Chairman
Marilou Kinetz - President-Elect
TICKETS & REGISTRATION
Puring Worrell - Chairman
Marigene Strouse
Lily Harris
SOUVENIR PROGRAM
Elden Pablo - Chairman
Arceli Gagajena
Esther Reyes
Vicky Soong
ADS SOLICITATION
Esther Reyes - Chairman
DECORATIONS
Exal Igidbashian - Chairman
Tess Go- Hoey
Lolly Enrile
Tessie Lightholder
RAFFLE TICKETS AND PRIZES
Nanette Rosadia - Chairman
Elden Pablo
RECEPTION/MEET & GREET
Esther Reyes - Chairman
All Past Presidents
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PWUAASC 35th Anniversary and Post PWU Centennial Celebration
Sheraton Cerritos Hotel
July 20, 2019
P R O G R A M M E
Reception / No Host Cocktails………………………………………………. 6:00 p.m.
National Anthems………………………………………………………………… To be led by PWUAASC Past Presidents,
Star Spangled Banner Officers and Members
Lupang Hinirang
Invocation ……………………………………………………………………………. Minda A. Gorospe
PWUAASC Adviser
President 1995-1996
Dinner…………………………………………………………………………………… 7:00 p.m.
Welcome Address …………………………………………………………………. Vicky C. Soong
President 2017-2018
Appreciation Awards to Outgoing Officers ……………………………. Vicky C. Soong
Esther D. Reyes
President 1993-1994
Presentation of Plaque to Outgoing President ………………………. Marilu Barretto
President 2019-2020
Introduction of the Keynote Speaker …………………………………….. Dr. Regina F. Tercero
President 1988-1989
Keynote Address ………………………………………………………………….. Lyca Benitez-Brown
Member, PWU Board of Trustees
Director, Media Center
Director, Alumni Relations
Inspirational Message………………………………………………………………Dr. Milagros P. Ocampo
Founding Adviser, PWUAASC
Retired PWU Vice President of
Division of Allied Health Sciences & Social
Development
Pamana Rites ……………………………………………………………………………Narrated by Sylvia F. Magturo,
President 1997-1998
Presidential Address………………………………………………………………… Marilu Barretto
Incoming President
Induction of New Members ……………………………………………………..Marilu Barretto
University Hymn……………………….……………………………………………...All Philwomenians
DANCE DANCE DANCE
Opening Dance to be led by the PWUAASC Officers
MASTERS OF CEREMONY
Lydia V. Solis and Lena Ocampo-Mazanka
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35 Years of Keeping the Philwomenian Spirit Alive and Well...
March 1984 saw the birth of the Philippine Women’s University Alumni Association of Southern California
(PWUAASC). Initiated by Shirley Yaptinchay Eylam, Paz Esguerra Carillo, Fe Alban Santos and Alma P. de
Guzman, flyers were sent out to reach as many Philwomenians as possible living in Southern California. The
response was very promising. The results were viewed with much delight and encouragement by the Alma Mater
back in Manila. Earlier, it had sent inquiries on the presence and status of overseas PWU alumni. Former
university officials and faculty members who had migrated to Southern California such as Dr. Milagros P.
Ocampo and the late Angelina S. Villarica had made earlier in–roads into this alumni outreach prior to 1984.
That March 1984 meeting set the stage for the formal installation of PWUAASC’s first set of Officers at the
elegant Bonaventure Hotel in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Cynthia Ugalde Tan became the First
President. The Officers, Board Members and the entire Executive Board were regal in their traditional PWU gala
ternos. History was in the making. Since then to this day, 20 other Presidents had been installed, namely: Lena
Ocampo Mazanka, Paz Esguerra Carillo, Regina Flores Tercero, Exal Acejo Igidbashian, Juliet Ocampo Abrantes,
Fe Alban Santos, Esther Dizon Reyes, Minda Aureus Gorospe, Sylvia Flores Magturo, Nina Miclat Ponce de
Leon, Elden Canuel Pablo, Lynne Alcantara Isaac, Teresita Navarro Lightholder, Placida Cayme Worrell
Transfiguracion, Arceli Go Chua Gagajena, Virginia Balanza Vivas, Marigene Ocampo Strouse. Lydia V. Solis,
Vicky Callanta Soong, and Marilu Vargas Barretto.
This thirty-five-year journey has taken Southern California Philwomenians to various multi-faceted activities:
cultural, educational, civic, social, and even revivals of some deep-seated Filipino religious devotional practices.
The group’s consistency and aggressive scholarship fund-raising projects have benefited many of the poor but
deserving PWU college and high school students back in the Philippines. There was a Final Boost Scholarship
Program in 2011, that assisted deserving students to complete their final year in college.
To fund their many projects all these years, PWUAASC members have learned how to become organizers and
achievers. Through these continued fundraising activities from one administration to the next, the Association’s
coffers were continuously supplemented. The constant pulling together of talents and resources has always given
credence to the "Bayanihan" spirit, which is deeply ingrained in every Philwomenian and implanted in her heart
and her mind, the moment she set foot on the hallowed grounds of her Alma Mater from decades past.
"Bayanihan" is her badge and ID card. It is her open secret wherever she is in the world today.
PWUAASC, in addition to its on-going scholarship programs for PWU Manila and Iloilo, including funding for
the Final Boost Scholarship Program, undertook a myriad of other activities that also focused on the well-being of
its members and their immediate families. One of their first initiatives was the Student Achievers Award Program.
It rewarded the children of alumni who excelled in academics, and in other fields of youthful endeavors, such as
active participation in civic and social action, excellence in various sports, and remarkable success stories in the
Arts and Sciences Departments of their schools, colleges, and universities. On their own, many other
Philwomenians also assist in no small way in their local communities or in the parish churches they attend.
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Part of PWUAASC’s history are the many activities and events it has held over the years: the Annual Picnics,
Christmas Parties and Induction of Officers Dinner Dances; the occasional Casino Fund-raising Turnarounds, the
Debutantes’ Balls, Cerritos Spring Festivals, and July 4th Celebrations; feeding of the Homeless of Mission
Dolores in East L.A. and the Los Angeles Mission; donation of hygienic packages at the Cardinal Manning Center
for homeless men; gifts of school supplies at the Harbor UCLA Pediatric MZ clinic; Relief Fund Drive for the
victims of the Mt. Pinatubo disaster in the Philippines and typhoon Ondoy; Philippine (emergency) Disaster
Relief Organization (PeDRO) 5K Walk for survivors and families of victims of Super typhoon Haiyan/Yolanda;
and numerous other active involvements in other civic and charitable initiatives here and elsewhere; and finally,
the publication of an alumni newsletter which will now be part of the newly constructed website.
In recent years, the Alma Mater called for financial help to support her Faculty Development Projects. The
Association responded right away. It set up a Special Fund for Faculty Development. PWUAASC networks with
other Filipino groups in Los Angeles and in other neighboring counties as well, in a genuine show of solidarity
and support for other community outreach programs and events that benefit various Filipino and Filipino
American groups and communities.
In 2006, as part of the100th Year Celebration of Filipino Migration to the USA, the Association participated in a
country-wide Santacruzan event now archived in the world-famous Smithsonian Institute in Washington D.C.
PWU alumni have the distinction of being the first to raise funds for Michael Christian Martinez, the only Filipino
and the only Southeast Asian in the 2014 Winter Olympics. The name Philippine Women’s University Alumni
Association of Southern California, Virginia B. Vivas, President, is engraved on the Dr. Jose P. Rizal Monument
in Carson, Calif., the only life-size statue of our national hero.
In the year 2017 & 2018 Vicky Soong, Immediate Past President and her officers continued to serve the
community by partnering with other non- profit organizations like Search to Involve Filipino American (SIPA) in
food distribution to the homeless and participation with St. Elizabeth Seton church food drive. PWUAASC
annually participated in celebrating "The Larry Itliong Day", at Carson, CA, the commemoration of Philippine
Independence Day, and the "Simbang Gabi "tradition at Our Lady of the Angels Cathedral, in Los Angeles, CA.
In 2031, letters buried in a time capsule under the monument during the ground breaking Jose Rizal ceremonies,
will be read. One of those letters was written by Lena O. Mazanka for the future generation of families of
PWUAASC. The letter read in part…“We hope that our efforts have helped in guiding you to become
outstanding citizens of this great country, with deep appreciation of your Filipino roots. It is with great pride that
we pass the torch of community leadership and service to you, and trust that you would likewise pass this
commitment to the future generations.”
Through conscientious efforts of then Past President Arceli C. Gagajena and Past President Virginia B. Vivas,
PWUAASC was granted the 501(C)3 status on February 22, 2010. With this tax-exempt status, PWUAASC
strives to continue its mission to serve, and look forward to the next 35 years and beyond, building legacies and
creating memories.
On February, 2019 a group of officers and members of PWUAASC joined other Philwomenians from all over the
world to celebrate its Alma Mater's 100th year anniversary in Manila, Philippines. PWUAASC was recognized at
the festive event which drew a dignified crowd of Alumni, family, and friends.
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PWUAASC FINAL BOOST SCHOLARS
Recipients from 2012-2017
Financial support for PWU students who in their senior
years are faced with challenges to complete their
education such as parent’s loss of job, sickness or death.
SY 2012-2013 - Renz Samuel Hernandez - ABCA
Cyndice Jeffrel Calucag - ABCA
SY 2013-2014 - Mary Grace Golong BSHM
SY 2014- 2015 -Maylene Ibita -BEED - 1st Semester
Maylene Ibita-BEED - 2nd Semester
Princess Wylene Gumabon-BSHM
SY 2015-2016 - Klarissa Jan. A Abril - BSHM
Jeannette F. Chavez- BAMKTG
Eileen Mitha Seles- BSHM
Kimberly Costa-BSE
Jeanette F. Chavez - BAMKTG
Renalyn Santos -BSA
SY 2016-2017 Reina Hyanina Hernandez -ABFS
Cyrene Joy Rapadas- BEED
(awaiting reports for recipients from SY 2018-2019)
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PWUAASC Induction of Officers & Board of Directors, Vicky Callanta Soong, President -2017 & 2018
PWUAASC Officers & Board of Directors - Traditional Pamana Rites Ceremony
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r PWUAASC at Our Lady of the Angels Cathedral for Annual "Simbang Gabi", Los Angeles
PWUAASC at the Rizal Monument with LA Consul General Adelio Cruz and Carson City Councilman Elito Santarina
PWUAASC "Our Lady of Miraculous Medal" PWUAASC Casino Turnaround Fundraising
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PWUAASC at Fil-Am Parade and "Larry Itliong Day" Carson, CA
PWUAASC Community Outreach-Food Drive Program at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, Rowland Heights, CA
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PWUAASC Officers and Members with Dr. Amelou B. Reyes, Lyca Benitez, PWU President Dr. Jose Francisco
B. Benitez, PWUAASC Advisor the late Panny Gagajena, and PWUAASC Adviser Minda Gorospe.
PWU Centennial Celebration, Conrad Hotel, Metro-Manila Philippines
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So happy and honored to be of service to my
beloved alma mater, PWU
and to PWUAASC as President 2019-2020
MARILOU V. BARRETTO
with ART
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Congratulations!
The Philippine Women’s University on its 100th year!
Honored and Happy to be an adviser to
PWUAASC 2019-2020
MINDA AUREUS GOROSPE & SONS
Simply Elegant!
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Mabuhay and Congratulations to
PWUAASC’s 35th Anniversary
And to 2019-2020 Officers and
Board of Directors
From: Ayette Velez Loo
JMD Class 69’
J
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BEST WISHES TO PWU ON ITS CENTENNIAL CELEBRATIONS
AND
TO PWUAASC ON ITS 35TH ANNIVERSARY!
ESTHER REYES- PWUAASC PAST PRESIDENT,
HUSBAND FRANKLIN REYES & FAMILY
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Vicky Soong
PWUAASC Immediate Past President & Family
Harrison Soong
First born grandson
Thank you for the opportunity and trust given to me as
PWUAASC president for the Year 2017-2018!
Good luck to the newly-elected Officers especially President Lu Barretto!
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Congratulations to PWU on its Centennial Year
and PWUAASC 35th Anniversary
Wishing the 2019-2020 PWUAASC Officers and Board Members
led by Ms. Lu Barretto a successful two year-term.
Continue the good work and write another productive chapter
in the PWUAASC story.
Greetings from:
Bob & Marigene Strouse
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We are proud and happy to support
Philippine Women’s University Alumni
Association of Southern California and
PWU Centennial (100th - year) Celebration!
David and Nanette Anderson
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Elizabeth, Leonard & the Bordador family wishes
PWUAASC more success on their Mission and Future Endeavors!
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"Grandchildren! God’s blessings!"
Mabuhay!
PWU & PWUAASC!
on your
Anniversaries!
Mel Jimenez Paredes
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On its 35th year & PWU’s 100th year!
Special Greetings to:
Lu Barretto, President
Marilou Kinetz, President-elect
Executive Officers, Board of Directors & Advisers
From:
Virginia B. Vivas, President 2011-2012
&
Lydia V. Solis, President 2015-2016
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MABUHAY
The 35th Anniversary of the PWUAASC
And 100th
Anniversary of PWU Manila
BEST WISHES FROM THE TERCERO FAMILY
Hillsborough, La Mirada California
Late husband, Armando Tercero Dr. Regina Tercero, 2019 Flores Family and Spouses, 1997
Daughter Gina and hubby Ray, Son Armand Rex with AJ, Jude
their sons Jude and AJ, May 2019
Dr. REGINA FLORES TERCERO, PWUAASC President 1988-89, PWUAASC Charter Assistant
Secretary/Secretary1984-86, and various officer positions. PWU JMD 1969, MBA 1990, EdD
2019 Pepperdine University USA, Continuing Education 2002 at University of Oxford, UK.
Mother, Consuelo Flores, PWUAASC Charter Assistant Treasurer 1984-86 and other officer
positions. PWU college professor at the College of Biological Sciences.
Sister, Sylvia Flores Magturo, PWUAASC President 1997-98 and several officer positions. PWU
JMD 1970.
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PWU NURSING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
(PWUNAAA)
FIFTH BIENNIAL GRAND NURSING REUNIONS
SAVE THE DATE! October 10, 2021
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - venue TBA
CHECK - PWUNURSING.ORG/ OR FB for announcements!
PWU BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING
CLASS OF 1978 - EVENT HOST
Chair: Jonel Maminta
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Happy to support PWUAASC on its 35th year Anniversary!
More Power to You!
At your service! Zenaida (Aida/Sandy) Uy & Yoly Tanimura
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Rookies of the Year!
Sandy Uy and Yoly Tanimura received 2019 Leading Edge Award
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Gem/Lolly with daughter Gigi, brother Mike, David and wife Marvic
Aparente and children Michael, Michelle, Angel and Maevian
Mabuhay, PWUAASC!
Lolly David-Enrile
PWUAASC Vice President 2019-2020 (Third term VP)
Guillermo and Lourdes Enrile Lolly and Gem with daughter Olivia
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Long live the PWUAASC!
Congratulations on its 35th
Anniversary!
Exal Igidbashian & Family
PWUAASC Past President 1990
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Congratulations to PWU’s 100
years of Educating the Philippine
Youth
More power to PWUAASC on its 35
years of support of Alma Mater and
its many projects in Southern
California!
Greetings from
Ron Mazanka
& Lena Ocampo-Mazanka
Greetings to Our Beloved
PWU on its Centennial
Year & Special
Congratulations to
PWUAASC on its 35th
Anniversary
This PWUAASC milestone is an enduring
testimony of your bayanihan spirit,
commitment to service and loyalty to Alma
Mater. I am very proud of you!
Dr. Milagros P. Ocampo
Retired PWU Vice President for Allied
Health Sciences and Social Development;
PWUAASC Founding Adviser
Dr. Ocampo celebrating her 99th
Birthday
with children, Juliet, Marigene, Lena & Jodi
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Congratulations to PWUAASC
35th Anniversary Celebration!
From:
Myra De Leon Geronimo
PWU JMD Division
Class of 1971
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Let others sing their praises of their
Alma Maters fair … Alma Maters
Let them ponder on the graces
of their College great and rare
But my heart beats true forever
for the College I love best
I shall cease to treasure never
mem’ries of her in my breast, in my breast.
CHORUS
Loyal may we ever be
may we learn her lessons right
Proud may we ever be
of the Philippine Women’s University
Other hues thrill other bosoms red, blue, gray in
other’s sight… other sight
Are the fairest tints of blossoms
but for me Maroon and White
Wherever we may wander,
and wherever we may roam
On its message let us ponder,
Love of country, God and home
CHORUS
Loyal may we ever be
may we learn her lessons right
Proud may we ever be
of the Philippine Women’s University
Philippine Women’s University
THE PWU HYMN
Acknowledgement
The Philippine Women’s University Alumni Association of Southern California
Committee wishes to acknowledge the efforts of ll the wonderful people
who helped put together this 35th Anniversary.
We are grateful to all the advertisers, donors, members and friends, whose
full support made this publication possible.
Error and Omissions
This souvenir program has been prepared and printed
with quality and accuracy in mind.
Errors and Omissions, if any, are committed inadvertently and for them,
we sincerely apologize.
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PWUAASC MISSION STATEMENT
Our Members:
Graduates, former students and faculty members of the Philippine Women’s
University and its branches and friends of the Association
Our Projects:
Scholarships, Grants-In-Aid, Book Drive, Financial Aid to Disaster Victims, Seminar/
Workshops, Donation of Educational Materials and Equipment.
Our Aim:
The Philippine Women’s University of Southern California is a nonprofit
corporation established for charitable purposes.
Our Philosophy:
THE “BAYANIHAN” SPIRIT
According to Philippine traditions “bayanihan” is best exemplified when
neighbors, friends, relatives, and the “barrio” folks help move a house. It is
the spirit of sharing and working together for a common goal. The PWUAASC
believes in the “bayanihan” spirit through service in the community, a genuine
concern for fellowmen, and a closer affinity among the alumni and the Filipinos
as a whole.
LOYALTY TO OUR ALMA MATER
As the words of our College Hymn resounds, “but my heart beats true forever
for the college I love best, I shall cease to treasure never, mem’ries of her in
my breast. Loyal may we ever be...Proud may we ever be of the Philippine
Women’s University...” so thus, we pledge our loyalty to her. We uphold the
ideals and support its aims.
THE VALUE OF EDUCATION
The PWU legacy says: “Enlighten your minds...inspiring and challenging them
toward effective participation in nation-building.” We believe in the molding
of our youth as a foundation in the molding of a nation. The PWUAASC is
sponsoring scholarships for indigent but deserving students, conducting
workshops and seminars for professional growth, and donating education
materials to the Alma Mater and to other needy schools in the Philippines.
PRIDE IN OUR NATIONAL HERITAGE
As immigrants in a foreign country, we are continuous search for our national
identity. We take pride of our roots, our customs, our tradition, our cultur, and
our race.