Global Reciprocal College’s Graduation Day 2023

The 11th Global Reciprocal Colleges Commencement Exercises were conducted on August 23, 2023, at the University of the Philippines, Quezon City, marking an important milestone for both the graduating class and the school. The event, themed “Serving with Passion: GRC’s Commitment and Reciprocation,” highlighted the college’s unwavering commitment to developing graduates who have not only academic excellence but also a fundamental commitment to service.

The landmark event featured a strong line-up of guest speakers, including former Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno. Her speech was not only inspiring but also helpful, providing crucial advice to the new graduates as they continue on their path to success. Her words, crafted with tremendous knowledge, are poised to serve as a compass, leading the graduates through their first steps into the professional world.

Furthermore, our beloved chairman, Vicente Ongtenco, delivered a video message recognizing and commending the students’ incredible perseverance during their academic path. His words struck a deep chord, honoring the graduates’ incredible devotion and resilience in overcoming several hurdles to acquire their degrees.

These speeches acted as catalysts, inspiring graduates to pursue their aspirations with zeal and creating a sense of purpose in them to make meaningful contributions in their various industries. These words of encouragement rang true, emphasizing the significance of determination, service, and passion in crafting a successful and significant future.

The ceremony served as a celebration of the graduating class’s academic accomplishments as well as the beginning of a new chapter filled with ambitions, all inspired by the eminent speakers’ advice and words of encouragement. As these graduates enter the larger world, armed with knowledge, drive, and a desire to serve, they will be agents of positive change, embodying the values promoted by Global Reciprocal Colleges.

The event demonstrated the university’s dedication to developing compassionate leaders with a strong sense of purpose, in addition to academic success. The 11th Commencement Exercises were a monument to the graduates’ transforming journey and the steadfast support and direction provided by Global Reciprocal Colleges throughout their educational aspirations.