WUP Celebrates Success of Social Workers Licensure Examination Passers

Wesleyan University-Philippines produced 39 new social workers certified in the September 2023 Licensure Examination for Social Workers (LESW). The WUP BS in Social Work graduates who took the LESW recorded a 78.95% passing rate, 10.86% higher than the national passing rate for first-time takers. Overall, WUP graduates set a 58.46% passing rate. This was above the national overall passing rate (56.75%). Dr. Marietta B. Agustin, Dean of the College of Arts and Science, announced these results, highlighting the institution’s commitment to excellence. (https://www.prc.gov.ph/…/september-2023-licensure…)

In honor of this accomplishment, the College of Arts and Sciences through the Social Worker Society organized the “Thanksgiving Service and Testimonial Dinner for Social Worker Licensure Examination Passers 2023” on November 16, 2023, at the Luzviminda Event Center in Magsaysay Sur. The event aimed to recognize the graduates who succeeded in the licensure exam after their rigorous work and to thank the Mighty Creator for this gift.
Rev. Francis Fajardo, OIC-University Chaplain, addressing SOWO students and alumni, emphasized the inevitability of life’s challenges and encouraged all attendees to view them as opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Prof. Pauline Viola, the program head, reflected on the evening as a celebration of the journey of the newly licensed social workers, marking the beginning of a proud legacy that uplifts the Wesleyan pride.
In her inspirational message, Miss Helen Bagasao, PASWI President of the Nueva Ecija Chapter and Cabanatuan CSWDO, expressed immense pride in the dominance of Wesleyan passers from the Nueva Ecija Chapter. She urged the students and alumni to nurture their inner character, practice humility and generosity, sustain efforts, and set high standards in their professional endeavors. She also stressed the importance of character, stating that every step is necessary, and without good character, achievements can lead to damage.

The event provided a platform for SOWO students and alumni to engage with each other, demonstrating the strength of their connections rooted in Wesleyan principles.

The following are the successful passers of the Licensure Examination for Social Workers administered in September 2023:

1. Ruzel Chis P. Abalos, RSW
2. Jinky S. Amurao, RSW
3. Annaliza G. Antonio, RSW
4. Mizpah C. Atrero, RSW
5. Zildjan A. Bautista, RSW
6. Jose Angelo G. Calimlim, RSW
7. Mark Dave B. Castelo, RSW
8. Ed Jerome F. Cerera, RSW
9. Chrisan Joyce P. Delos Santos, RSW
10. Jayson D. Domingo, RSW
11. Faustino L. Dungca II, RSW
12. Elihah M. Ezcorpizo, RSW
13. Raven May L. Espino, RSW
14. Mary Vel B. Estimada, RSW
15. Jennelyn O. Fabito, RSW
16. Riah Czarinne C. Fernando, RSW
17. Jonel A. Francisco, RSW
18. Joedilyn E. Gallardo, RSW
19. Almira C. Gamilla, RSW
20. Sonnylyn P. Godalle, RSW
21. Honey Mae T. Gotam, RSW
22. Job M. Grospe, RSW
23. Erika S. Japones, RSW
24. Jayson O. Lorenzo, RSW
25. Celene D. Manese, RSW
26. Jerson T. Medina, RSW
27. Angela Joy M. Mina, RSW
28. Abegail D. Olpindo, RSW
29. Edward Joseph B. Perez, RSW
30. Jean Ariane N. Ramones, RSW
31. Don Luisito H. Ronquillo, RSW
32. Marrielle L. Rualin, RSW
33. Angel Rose R. Sacyaben, RSW
34. Cecille G. Su, RSW
35. Anna Grace J. Sumibcay, RSW
36. Mary Joy P. Tagle, RSW
37. Jerome S. Tamundong, RSW
38. Manieline H. Tulod, RSW
39. Frank Gregor S. Velayo, RSW