Student leadership, service, and organizational excellence took the spotlight as outstanding students and campus organizations of the University of the Cordilleras (UC) were honored during the Silew Awards 2026 held at the UC Gymnasium on July 3.

Organized by the Student Affairs and Services – Student Development Welfare Center (SAS-SDWC), the annual recognition ceremony celebrated individuals and student organizations that demonstrated exemplary leadership, academic excellence, community engagement, and meaningful contributions to university life.

The Silew Awards continue to highlight the vital role of student organizations in promoting leadership, collaboration, and holistic development while inspiring the next generation of UC students to excel both inside and outside the classroom.

𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬

𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿

Awarded to a student who has demonstrated dedication to serving others through selfless volunteerism.

Gold: Katrinna Quiambao from the College of Business Administration (CBA)

Silver: Erica Jyrell Feir from the College of Accountancy (COA)

Bronze: Fatma Cawed from the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)

𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁

Awarded to an international student who has demonstrated active involvement and meaningful contributions to fostering cultural diversity within the UC Community.

Gold: Shahad Hussien Ahmed from College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences (CONAHS)

Silver: Chimezirim Esther Okalinta from CONAHS

𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗿

Presented to a student leader who successfully spearheaded activities to strengthen the bond among students and their organizations within their respective colleges.

Gold: Princess Hannah Arzadon from CITCS

Silver: Maverick Fortuna from CONAHS

Bronze: Hazel Banwa from CBA

𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁

Honoring a leader with strong systematic abilities who fully supported the academic development of their members.

Gold: Xynzhia Shalumi Pagnas from Political Science Society (PSS)

Silver: Leziel Anne Bacani from Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants – UC Chapter (JPIA-UC)

Bronze: Alona Concepcion from Mentors of United Young Learners (MUYANG)

𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐨𝐧-𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭

Recognizing a leader who strengthened relationships within an organization characterized by diverse values and beliefs.

Gold: Ian Roi Wagtingan from UC Speech and Debates Society (SPADES)

𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁

Awarded to the president of an institutional or special institutional organization demonstrating unwavering passion in serving his fellow students and the UC Community.

Gold: Sean Dale Manaloto from the University Student Council (USC)

Silver: Jovally Degway from Emergency Response Volunteers – Higher Education Institution (ERV-HEI)

Bronze: Reena Reambonanza from UC Peer Facilitators (UCPF)

𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿

Awarded to a faculty or non-teaching staff member who encouraged, and supported students in enriching their personal and leadership development.

Gold: Aristotle Carbonell, Adviser of ERV-HEI

Silver: Zara Dyle Puguon, Adviser of PSS

Bronze: Charmaine Factor, Adviser of UCPF

𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬

𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿

Given to a student exhibiting exceptional athletic skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, and academic excellence.

Gold: Agatha Rose Tobias From CBA

𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿

Recognizing a talented student who successfully published articles in our school publication and other magazines.

Gold: Neil Cyrus Gian Bangtuan from CONAHS

Silver: Rasbemae Sapitula from College of Teacher Education (CTE)

𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿

Honoring a student with a disability who excelled in both their craft and academics despite the challenges.

Gold: Mario Oriana III from College of Criminal Justice Education

Silver: Princess Hannah Arzadon from CITCS

𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬

𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

For implementing programs and activities that enhance student academic development beyond the classroom.

Gold: Political Science Society

Silver: Society of United Mathematicians and Scientists (SUMS)

Bronze: Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants

𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗼𝗻-𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

For conducting activities that significantly contributed to the well-being and development of students across different colleges.

Gold: Speech and Debate Society

𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

For successfully conducting activities perfectly in line with the core values of the University of the Cordilleras.

Gold: University Student Council

Silver: CBA – College Student Council

Bronze: Emergency Response Volunteers-HEI

𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

Given to a highly exemplary newly accredited academic or non-academic group.

Gold: Mentors of United Young Learners

𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

Awarded to a publication that effectively showcased events and innovations while successfully distributing copies to its members.

Gold: The Alternative

Silver: Les Aconter from COA

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