17/06/2026
IN PHOTOS | Graduating students of Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan gathered at the University Gym on 17 June 2026 for the 87th Commencement Exercises Baccalaureate Mass and Convocation. The Mass was presided over by Archbishop Jose A Cabantan, DD, and concelebrated with His Eminence Cardinal Pablo Virgilio S David.
The Mass also included the blessing of hoods and diplomas by Cardinal David, accompanied by XU President Fr Mars P Tan, SJ.
During the Convocation, Jecris D Nalual II, BS Mechanical Engineering, Magna Cum Laude, was named Class Valedictorian. In his insightful address, he reminded the graduands that Xavier Ateneo's mission extends beyond preparing students for successful careers and, more importantly, seeks to form men and women for others. This was followed by the presentation of the Faber Award to Christ Lourence T Divinosa, AB Psychology, Summa Cum Laude.
This year’s distinguished awardees also delivered messages for the graduating class: His Eminence Cardinal Pablo Virgilio "Ambo" S David (Honoris Causa recipient and Commencement Speaker), the Order of Friars Minor (OFM) – Southern Philippines Province (Archbishop Santiago TG Hayes, SJ Award recipient), and MB Rosie “Boi Rosie” Godwino Sula (Fr Francisco R Demetrio, SJ Award recipient). The program concluded with closing remarks from Fr Mars, who encouraged the graduates to continue pursuing greater and nobler achievements.
