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GMA Network
7 days ago
- General
- GMA Network
Joyce Pring gives graduation speech: ‘I'm finally here, and so are you'
Joyce Pring was given the honor of delivering a speech at the graduation ceremony of the University of Perpetual Help System Dalta. The content creator and host shared her speech in an Instagram Reel. She started by opening up about her 15-year college journey. 'It took me 15 years to arrive at this moment. As I stand here today I'm not only celebrating the completion of my college education, I'm fulfilling a promise I once made to my 18-year-old self who had to set aside her academic aspirations in order to work and to survive the harsh realities of life,' Joyce said. 'It took me 15 years to fulfill this dream, but by God's grace, I am here. I'm finally here, and so are you,' she added. Joyce added that every student had to fight their own battles to reach graduation. 'Our journeys were not without sacrifice, our triumphs often came with trials. As we crossed this symbolic finish line, we carry not only our gratitude for the pivotal moments that shaped us, but also a renewed resolve to pursue purpose with the same courage and conviction that brought us here,' she said. On behalf of the students, Joyce thanked the university and the professors 'for providing an education rooted in values, integrity, excellence, and intellectual acuity' and for their commitment in equipping us to thrive in our respective fields.' Joyce also thanked the Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program for giving her the opportunity to complete her studies. 'You know, when I became a mom, I thought that I can only dream for my children. Now I know that I can dream with them.' Joyce then thanked the support systems, or the students' families and loved ones who were there throughout university life, with the 'patience, love, and encouragement [that] fueled our dreams.' Joyce personally thanked her husband Juancho Trivino, their kids Alonzo Eliam and Agnes Eleanor, and the rest of her family 'for being my constant inspiration in pursuing this dream.' She also dedicated her graduation to her family. She also credited God, as this academic achievement was also a testament to His faithfulness and grace. 'As we step into this new chapter, let us persevere with purpose along the path God is graciously laying before us,' Joyce said. Joyce graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from the University of Perpetual Help System Dalta. She was also awarded Best Thesis. Joyce had to stop her university studies at 18 years old due to financial reasons, but then went back to school in 2023 She joins the list of celebrities who continued earning their degrees despite having a showbiz career. —AOL, GMA Integrated News
Filipino Times
18-06-2025
- Business
- Filipino Times
Enrollment ongoing: Spade Institute of Management Online offers online college degrees, K-12 program for Middle East-based Filipinos
Spade Institute of Management Online has officially opened enrollment for its fast-track degree program and K-12 online classes, accepting new students until July 3. A pioneer in delivering the Commission on Higher Education's (CHED) Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program (ETEEAP) in the Middle East, Spade Institute provides qualified overseas Filipinos with the opportunity to earn a bachelor's degree in as little as seven months. From enrollment to coursework, Spade uses a fully online system tailored for working professionals who have valuable experience but have not yet completed a college degree. The institute is accredited by the European Center for Accreditation (ECA) in France, making its certifications valid in over 100 countries, and ensures that all professional certifications required by CHED are provided. The ETEEAP program is open to Filipino high school graduates who are at least 23 years old and have a minimum of five years of work experience. Alongside the fast-track education program, families can also enroll their children in Spade Victorious International Academy, a DepEd-recognized partner offering a complete K-12 curriculum delivered fully online. Now on its 14th batch for the ETEEAP, Spade Institute continues to make quality education affordable, with tuition starting at AED 500 per month. Students have the option to celebrate their graduation either in the Philippines or in the UAE, joining a growing network of successful Filipino graduates across the region. Enrollment is open until July 3, and interested applicants are encouraged to register early to secure their slots and complete the entire process online. For inquiries and enrollment assistance, students may reach out through email at [email protected] or call +971 55 460 3200. You may also visit its official website,
GMA Network
17-06-2025
- Politics
- GMA Network
Marcos: ETEEAP law to provide learners with professional standards in their degrees
President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. underscored Tuesday that the Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program (ETEEAP) Law would aid learners in meeting the professional standards of their chosen degree. Marcos said this during the launch of the implementing rules and regulations of the ETEEAP Law. 'By encouraging higher education institutions to adopt flexible approaches such as online learning, we respond to various backgrounds, life experiences, and learning styles of the ETEEAP applicants,' Marcos said in his speech. The President said the law 'gives our fellows who were not able to finish college a second chance.' 'Beyond saving on tuition, books, and time away from work, this law opens doors to higher positions, better income, and more professional opportunities,' Marcos said. For the implementation of the law, the Commission on Higher Education will deputize higher education institutions with academic degrees to be opened for the ETEEAP. Meanwhile, the higher education institutions that will be tapped by CHED will be mandated to develop clear policies, procedures, and processes for the implementation of the ETEEAP. Marcos said through the law, the country has attained a clear and structured way to recognize the prior learning of individuals—be it from years of work or because they have taught themselves these skills—and match that with an academic equivalency. He added that this would provide support to caregivers, mechanics, technicians, and entrepreneurs—people who have long proven their skill, but who now get the recognition that they properly deserve. 'This leads to the development of stronger industries, a more competitive workforce, a more inclusive path to progress,' Marcos said. The law was inked last March 5. — Anna Felicia Bajo/RSJ, GMA Integrated News
