30/05/2026
4th UCLM CARES Exemplar Award: Honoring Excellence in Community Engagement and Service
The University of Cebu Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue Campus โ Community Awareness, Relations, and Extension Services (CARES) Office successfully conducted the 4th UCLM CARES Exemplar Award, recognizing individuals, programs, and community partners who have demonstrated exemplary commitment and dedication to community extension and volunteerism.
๐ Awardees
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Outstanding Student Volunteer of the Year
โข Ms. Mere Vine D. Ompad โ College of Business and Accountancy
โข Mr. Clem Angelo T. Lumayno โ College of Hospitality and Tourism Management
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Outstanding Alumni Volunteer of the Year
โข Ms. Zeus Lee B. Abella โ College of Nursing
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Outstanding Faculty Volunteer of the Year
โข Mr. Christiandion L. Ybaรฑez โ College of Teacher Education
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Outstanding CARES Coordinator of the Year
โข Ms. Jesieca C. Reyes โ College of Computer Studies
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Most Implemented CARES Program of the Year
โข College of Teacher Education
The event also served as an opportunity to recognize and express gratitude to the Universityโs valued community partners whose collaboration and support have significantly contributed to the success of various CARES programs and initiatives:
๐ค Waku Work Foundation
๐ค Bidlisiw Foundation
๐ค Barangay Looc
๐ค Barangay Umapad
๐ค Barangay Opao
๐ค Hon. Kyle Andreev Semblante, SK Chairman of Barangay Opao
๐ค Barangay Opao Health Center
The ceremony was graced by the presence of distinguished guests and university officials, led by Dr. Anna Liza B. Son, UCLM Campus Affairs Director, Ms. Daryl Legarde, Associate Campus Affairs Director for Administration, Ms. Rebecca Ancheta, UCLM Human Resource Director, and Ms. Elna B. Sabornido, Education Supervisor II, Department of Education Region VII, whose support and encouragement further strengthened the Universityโs commitment to community engagement and service.
The CARES Exemplar Award highlights the vital role of community extension as one of the Universityโs trifocal functions alongside Instruction and Research. Through the collective efforts of faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community partners, UCLM continues to create meaningful, responsive, and sustainable programs that empower communities and transform lives.
๐ Congratulations to all awardees and partner stakeholders! Thank you for being champions of service, leadership, and community transformation.
๐ทcredits to UCLM Focus Publication
