PLM CN reigns supreme at Bb. at G. Pamantasan 2025; Haribons display sportsmanship in retro games

Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM) College of Nursing (CN) representatives were crowned as the new Binibini at Ginoong Pamantasan 2025 at the University Activity Center (UAC), June 17. 

Mineli Joyce P. Cinco claimed the title of Binibining Pamantasan 2025, while Abriane Raf A. Serrana was hailed as Ginoong Pamantasan 2025, both representing CN.

Cinco advocated for accessible and quality healthcare for all Filipinos, while Serrana promoted Ligtas-Laya: An HIV Awareness Campaign. All candidates presented their platforms during the SSC Advocacy segment, where they were each given a chance to share their causes.

During the final round, the Binibinis were asked, “What is the Haribon/PLMayer value that students must preserve, and why? ” Meanwhile, the Ginoos responded to the question, “What does being a PLM student mean to you?”  Binibini runners-up were Liahnne Margareth Sison from the College of Public Administration (CPA), placing first, and Sydney Angeleve Peña from the College of Information Systems and Technology Management (CISTM), placing second.

Meanwhile, Ginoo runners-up were Ralph Christoper De Dios from the College of Engineering (CE) as first runner-up and Romeo Pateño from the College of Information Systems and Technology Management (CISTM) as second runner-up.

Aside from the crowns, both of the winners earned multiple special awards. Cinco took home the Best in Parade Wear and Best in Evening and Formal Wear, while Serrana received the Ginoong College Representation Award. Both were also named Binibining Pamantasan Ambassadress 2025 and Ginoong Pamantasan Ambassador 2025, respectively.

Other Binibini special awardees include Tyreen Nicole Tan from the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (CHASS) as Binibini Face of the Pamantasan 2025; second runner-up Peña from CISTM as Binibining Golden Introduction; Mildred Xiu Mhei Perlas from CE as Best Introduction Number; and Carmela Diaz from the College of Education (CED) also received the Oppo Choice Award with a brand-new Oppo product.

For the Ginoo category, Calvin Alexis Otucan from the College of Business Administration (CBA) was named Ginoong Face of the Pamantasan 2025; Kenneth Dominic Pagarigan from the College of Science (CS) as Best in Parade Wear and Oppo Choice Award; Kayzie Gariel Mesina from CED as Golden Introduction; first runner-up De Dios from CE as Best Introduction Number; and second runner-up Pateño from CISTM also took home Best in Evening and Formal Wear. 

The event featured a distinguished panel of judges, including Rinelle Ged Prudencio, a student leader from BSBA Marketing Management; Ford David, Mr. Lakan Muntinlupa 2019 and Mr. Intramuros 2023; Mer Johansson, Miss Universidad de Manila 2021; Ruth Rubiales-Francisco, Mutya ng Pamantasan 1992; Dr. Lou-Rena Boquilla, Doctor of Philosophy in Public Administration; and Jay Aquino, a PLM alumnus from the Bachelor of Science in Tourism, Hotel, and Travel Industry Management program.

University officials Atty. Domingo “Sir Sonny” Reyes, Jr., University President; Dr. Dan Michael Cortez, Vice President for Academic Research and Extension Services; Dr. Ronaldo Tan, Vice President for Administration; and Prof. Mark Anthony Mercado, Director of the Office of Student and Development and Services (OSDS), were present at the event. 

Last year’s titleholders were Jar-el Beatrice Garcia and July Andrei Alfonso, both from the CHASS.

Simultaneously, Haribons also showcased the essence of sportsmanship and teamwork during the morning session of the second day of festivities through the Retro Games held at the PLM Open Field.

Participating students from various colleges competed in three different activities. The U-Cup was won by the College of Public Administration (CPA). Although not officially listed among the games, Hep Hep Hooray was included as a filler activity and was won by a student from the College of Business Administration (CBA). The Egg Catching game was also claimed by CBA.

Games originally scheduled for the afternoon, such as Tug of War, Sack Race, and Pass the Flour, were postponed to the following day due to inclement weather and a lack of participating players.

These activities marked the highlight of the second day of the university’s 60th founding anniversary celebration.

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