Registrar recognizes 81 University Scholars for Top Academic Excellence

Eighty-one students (81) at Bukidnon State University (BukSU) were celebrated for their academic achievements as University Scholars for the 1st Semester of the School Year 2024-2025 during the Recognition of Academic Excellence held on April 7, 2025, at the University Audio-Visual Center led by the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs (OVPAA), facilitated by the University Registrar, and sponsored by the College of Education.

The College of Education boasted the highest number of scholars, with 42 students achieving this distinction. Within the College of Education, the Bachelor of Elementary Education program has produced 15 scholars, followed by the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education program with 17 scholars; Bachelor of Physical Education (1); Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in English (2); Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in Mathematics (4); Bachelor of Physical Education Major in Schools Physical Education (3).

The College of Business demonstrated strong academic performance, contributing 22 University Scholars.

Other colleges with recognized scholars include: College of Arts and Sciences: 8 scholars, with representation from Bachelor of Arts in English Language (1), Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy (4), and Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (1), Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science (1), and Development Communication (1); Bachelor of Science in Nursing (4); College of Nursing with 4 scholars, and the College of Technologies: 5 scholars, from Bachelor of Science in Automotive Technology (1), Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (4)

Siegfred Anferny T. Melendez, from the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education program, delivered a response on behalf of his fellow honorees, emphasizing his journey, sacrifices, and future aspirations with high-achieving students.

“Becoming a university scholar is more than just achieving high grades. It is a journey paved by discipline, resilience, and countless sacrifices. It meant studying when we were tired, choosing responsibilities over comforts, and believing in ourselves even when it was difficult – of late nights, of small victories, and sometimes of silent tears.”

Looking beyond academic titles, Melendez urged his fellow scholars to embrace a greater purpose.

“Today, we wear the title of ‘scholar,’ but let us remember that beyond academic success, our greatest goal is to become people of purpose. Our grades may open doors, but it is our character that will determine the paths we walk,” he shared.

BukSU President Dr. Joy M. Mirasol expressed her congratulations to the scholars and challenged them to continue to be excellent in their academic performance.  

At BukSU, university scholars must have a General Weighted Average (GWA) of 1.25 to 1.00; no grade lower than 2.2.5 in all major, cognate, and elective subjects; not less 18 units of academic credit; have completed the non-academic requirement for the semester; have no failing grade in any academic or non-academic subjects; and a stipend of Php 500.00.