The Enterprise

𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐎𝐖: 𝐇𝐀𝐔-𝐒𝐁𝐀 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝟏𝟏𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐀𝐂, 𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐬 𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐮𝐦 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬

The Holy Angel University - School of Business and Accountancy (HAU-SBA) convened key stakeholders for its 11th Program Advisory Council (PAC) meeting at the Saint Therese Lisieux (STL) Casa Neña today, June 17.

The annual assembly brings together academic leaders, industry experts, alumni, faculty, and student representatives to ensure the business and accountancy curriculum remains responsive to global market shifts.

Centered on the theme, “Bridging Academe and Industry for Nation-Building: Advancing Innovative and Future-Ready Business Education,” the session addresses curriculum enhancement, student development, industry expectations, and emerging trends.

Through this strategic dialogue, HAU-SBA aims to continuously elevate the quality, relevance, and competitive edge of its academic programs.

Report by: Eugene P. Lee
Photos by: Shannon Beatriz P. Dela Vega & Rinka Akisha M. Muldong

𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐎𝐖: 𝐒𝐁𝐀 𝐤𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

First-year students from the School of Business and Accountancy (SBA) gather for “Surge On: The SBA Freshmen Orientation” at the Peter G. Nepomuceno (PGN) Auditorium today, June 17.

The program introduces students to the department’s various organizations, academic programs, and services designed to support their college journey.

The orientation will run until 12 noon and include additional talks and presentations to familiarize first-year students with campus life and academic expectations.

The orientation also featured presentations from the College Student Council - School of Business and Accountancy (CSC-SBA) and the School’s recognized learner groups: the Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants and Auditors - United (JPIAA-U), Management Society (MANSOC), and The Enterprise.

Report by: Rinka Akisha M. Muldong
Photos by: Rinka Akisha M. Muldong & Yzabel Euri O. Enriquez

𝐂𝐒𝐂-𝐒𝐁𝐀 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐥𝐬, 𝐩𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

College Student Council - School of Business and Accountancy (CSC-SBA) Governor Lance Miguel Angeles outlined his legislative priority agenda for the first semester to the Holy Angel University Student Government (HAUSG) Senate on June 10.

The priority bills, developed in coordination with SBA Senator Alicia Mae Manalad, target structural gaps and academic anxiety to address key challenges faced by the HAU student body.

Foremost among the proposals is the Excuse Letter Bill, also known as the Standardization of Academic Abbreviation Framework (SAAF), which seeks to institutionalize excuse leaves by establishing a three-tiered classification system to eliminate academic ambiguity.

Under this framework, level one covers first-degree consanguinity bereavement and severe medical illness; level two addresses common health conditions; and level three includes official student representation in outside university competitions.

Angeles noted that a past tragic incident within the SBA community served as the primary motivation behind this bill.

“This bill is not just merely for compliance. We are very serious on pushing this through [because] we have a strong foundation that backs this bill up.”

The Governor has also mentioned that, while he does not expect the institutionalization of this bill to be immediate, he believes it is the first step toward its continued implementation by the next incoming student leaders.

The second proposal is the Community Advocacy Under Student-led Events (CAUSE) Bill, which was also Angeles’ platform during HAUlalan 2026, and aims to mandate the integration of creative themes into college or university-led events.

“We are spending so much on our activities and we were given the budget [for] this type of activities, so why can’t we utilize it even more? Exploit the budget in which we are hitting not just one activity, but we [are] hitting multiple birds with one stone.”

Angeles clarified that the bill does not force cash-strapped student organizations to fund large-scale outreach programs, but rather requires them to use existing budgets to educate the student body on nationwide issues creatively.

The final priority proposal is the Student Assistant Protection Bill, or the Institutionalization of the Student Assistant (SA) Welfare, Dignity, and Healthcare Framework, which safeguards the welfare, dignity, and health of student assistants in the university through the utilization of priority pre-enrollment privileges and regular wellness checks.

“We are simply giving the SAs the opportunity to have their schedule [...] na they are comfortable with ahead of time, para they can align it with their work schedules,” he said. “We must treat them as if they are true employees.”

Moreover, he stated that the regular wellness checks for the student assistants involve coordination with the University Guidance Office and Clinic.

Angeles also said that, while no surveys have been conducted, the lived experiences of people they knew personally served as the basis for assessing the student assistants’ needs.

The Governor expresses confidence in the current lineup of the University Senate, stating that the SBA Senator is very “hands-on” in coordination with the CSC-SBA.

“We believe as well that the line-up of the senators that we have right now will surely give priority to this,” Angeles said.

In light of the possibility that these bills may be rejected, Angeles shared the CSC-SBA's openness to organizing alternative council-led programs to address these issues.

𝐒𝐚 𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐨 𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐛𝐨

Payapang natulog ang bughaw na langit,
Biglang nag-alburoto ang bulkang malupit.
Ang luntiang parang at bukid na rikit,
Naging sementeryo ng abo't pasakit.

Mga tahanang natabunan at lumubog,
Sa bagsik ng bulkan na sumabog.
Pikit matang tinanggap ng mamamayan,
At pagbangon ang tanging hinahangad.

Sa bayanihang marangal na naganap,
Bagong pag-asa'y unti-unting nahanap.
Sa dusa’t hirap ay hindi nagpadaig,
Dahil Pilipino’y nagkakapit-bisig.

Mga karanasan at kaganapan,
Tunay na tumitimo kung pakinggan,
Tatag ng loob na ipinakita,
Hanggang ngayon ay ginugunita.

Ngunit natapos man ang sakunang hinarap,
Marami pa rin ang hirap na matanggap,
Ang pait na labis na naranasan,
Patuloy pa ring ginugunam-gunam.

Sa paglipas ng mahabang panahon,
Marami pa rin ang hirap umahon,
Ang bunganga ng bulkang nanalasa,
Isa nang tahimik na lawang mapayapa.

𝐉𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐳 𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐬 𝐄𝐁𝐂𝐐𝐄, 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐬 𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐆 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐘 ‘𝟐𝟔-‘𝟐𝟕

The editorial board of The Enterprise, the official publication of the School of Business and Accountancy (SBA) of Holy Angel University (HAU), officially assumed their leadership role for the academic year after taking their solemn oath on June 1.

Maryiel Jimenez will head the publication as its Editor-in-Chief.

Joining her on the Editorial Board are Paulette Irys De Leon, Cyra Joyce Aguilar, and Jan Nicole Mallari, who will take on the roles of Managing Editor, Associate Editor for Internal Affairs, and Associate Editor for External Affairs, respectively. Meanwhile, Alexa Soriano assumes the role of Senior Editor.

They were selected through a series of tests, interviews, and evaluations under the Editorial Board Competitive Qualifying Exam (EBCQE), jointly administered by the HAU Office of Student Affairs (OSA) and the Commission on Election (COMELEC) held last February 21.

The newly installed board will direct the publication’s editorial policies and news coverage for the SBA student body while upholding the highest standards of campus journalism.

Handling the different editorial sections to execute this vision are Cyra Joyce Aguilar for Features, Merella Jesmine Gumabon for Literary, and Maryiel Jimenez for Sports, while Jan Nicole Mallari steps in as the Acting News Editor.

Angel Bethany Timbol and Sean Naegel Beltran will spearhead the layout team as the Senior and Junior Layout Editors, respectively.

Working alongside them, Boris Sebastian Lontabo will serve as the Head Photojournalist, while Razel Iommi Tiongson takes the role of Head Cartoonist.

Completing the roster are Merella Gumabon who assumes the role of Finance Manager, Margareth Lois Moleño takes charge of the distribution as the Circulations Manager, Samantha Ruelo as the Events Manager, and Mikaella De Leon as this term’s Executive Secretary.

To oversee the publication’s digital presence are Shelyca Franshane Simeon and Kristine Charsi Lusañez as Online Content Managers.

For the sixth consecutive year, Prof. Louis Philippe Simbulan will continue as the publication’s adviser, alongside Atty. Kris Dyan Cayabyab as his co-adviser. Together, they will oversee the new editorial board and staff for the upcoming academic year.

𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐥𝐚𝐠 𝐖𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝

Raise the flag,
With pride and purpose,
Heart courageous,
Voices raised to the sky.

On the day, our nation stood its ground,
Freed from the shackles of oppression,
To promise a brighter dawn.

Freedom is neither a date,
Pressed between pages of textbooks,
Nor a relic for future generations to pass around.

It lives within the countless farmers toiling under the sun,
The laborers working dawn to dusk in crowded spaces,
And the students carrying dreams their families never had.

It is in every voice that breaks the silence,
In every hand that reaches towards the light,
In every step that refuses to kneel.

Despite every struggle,
Every trial,
Every storm.

We celebrate independence
Not because it is finished,
But because it reminds us
That our story is still unfolding.

We build.
We hope.
We believe.
That our country can become all it strives to be.

We are not a perfect nation.
We are people brave enough to fight.
We are people striving as one for a brighter tomorrow.
And perhaps, that is freedom.

𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐆𝐁𝐓𝐐𝐈𝐀+ 𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬

Students of Holy Angel University (HAU) gathered for a silent protest in front of the San Francisco De Javier Nepomuceno (SFJ) Building today, June 11, after the administration rejected several proposed Pride Month activities and shut down further discussions with the HAU - University Student Council (HAU-USC).

Dressed in black and carrying placards, participants called for equality, recognition, and safe spaces for all members of the university, regardless of s*xual orientation, gender identity and expression, and s*x characteristics (SOGIESC).

University security personnel attempted to disperse the peaceful gathering and prevented members of student publications from documenting the protest.

In an interview, College Student Council - School of Business and Accountancy (CSC-SBA) Governor Lance Miguel Angeles shared that they had already anticipated the intervention and chose to disperse to keep the protest peaceful and in accordance with university protocols.

"Noong una, dalawa lang ang guards, then dumami na sila nang dumami. They first approached 'yung mga publication na binabawal silang mag-video at mag-take ng shots sa amin, at narinig namin na dini-disperse na kami at pinapaalis na kami, kaya we chose na umalis na nga before anything else would happen. We respect naman the university protocols sa mga mass gatherings, and we respect that we are at normal operations and bawal mag-ingay," Angeles said.

The governor also expressed surprise and disappointment over the administration’s decision, noting that the university had allowed similar initiatives in previous years.

"For the past two years, nakita naman natin na they had been accepting these kinds of activities. I'm surprised why this time hindi siya in-allow. We are looking for the rationale of the administration why they chose to obstruct these activities, given that the university presents itself as an inclusive institution," he said.

Furthermore, Angeles added that the decision contradicts the university’s image of inclusivity and marks a setback to years of progress. “We are in 2026, and we expect everyone to be included. It’s disappointing because we have been building this since 2023 or 2024. May progress na, then we’re stepping backward again. It’s just sad to see this happening”.

Among the proposals rejected by the administration were Mx. Holy Angel University 2026, the installation of Pride flags on campus flagpoles, rainbow-colored lighting for the Don Juan D. Nepomuceno (DJDN) Building, and the conversion of the Inclusivity Walk into a Pride Walk.

The gathering served as a call for solidarity with LGBTQIA+ students and continued dialogue within the HAU community.

Despite the grievances that prompted the protest, organizers maintained a peaceful stance and expressed hope that the university would eventually recognize their advocacy and the rights they continue to fight for.

𝐎𝐩𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐬 𝐒𝐁𝐀-𝐂𝐒𝐎 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩, 𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐠𝐚𝐩𝐬

Recognized School of Business and Accountancy (SBA) learner groups unanimously elected Trizha Opiana of Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants and Auditors - United (JPIAA-U) as the new SBA Commission on Student Organizations (CSO) Commissioner for Academic Year 2026-2027 during elections held on May 20.

Opiana secured three votes in favor, none against, and none abstaining.

Following her election, she will strengthen communication among SBA learner groups, ensure alignment with university policies, and improve organizational support as key priorities for the coming academic year.

She identified communication gaps among student organizations as a key concern and said she plans to address them through monthly check-ins and meetings.

"May gap siguro sa communications, and I want to [...] tanggalin 'yung gaps," she said in an interview. "I would like to make them more comfortable about these things na mag-cocommunicate kami with each other instead of avoiding the problems."

Opiana also intends to strengthen policy compliance among learner groups rather than limiting her role to monitoring compliance.

“I want to become a [guide], not necessarily na nag-momonitor lang, but to guide them sa kung ano pa pwede malaman about the university policies and constitution,” she shared.

She also expressed her intention to advocate for additional spaces for other student organizations, such as the Management Society (ManSoc) and the Aviation Management Society (AvMan), noting that only JPIAA-U currently has a dedicated office.

Before assuming the position, Opiana served as the CSO Representative of JPIAA-U and held leadership positions in several university organizations, including the Holy Angel University (HAU) Scholars Volunteers for the Environment and the University Student Council's Department of Community Extension Services.

She said her previous involvement in student organizations prepared her for the possibility of taking commissionership and greater responsibilities within the SBA community.

Reflecting on the election results, she expressed gratitude for the trust placed in her by SBA organization leaders.

"I’m thankful na I was given that confidence and trust to serve the SBA Community,” she said.

Opiana attributed her election to her consistent participation in meetings, involvement in organizational activities, and leadership experiences.

Opiana described her leadership style as democratic, pointing out that results are achieved not only through her own efforts but also through the collective effort and collaboration of those she works with.

In a message to the SBA community, she encouraged learner groups to continue working with unity and respect, and pledged to serve with compassion, empathy, conscience, integrity, accountability, and dedication.

𝐒𝐁𝐀 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐝𝐠𝐞, 𝐀𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧 𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭

Newly elected and appointed officers from the School of Business and Accountancy (SBA) pledged to fulfill their duties and responsibilities during the Uniwide Oathtaking of Student Leaders held at the Chapel of the Holy Guardian Angel on June 1.

Following the induction, the Senate elected its key officers for the academic year.

Czarina Mae Aguarin was elected Senate President after securing nine votes, leading the legislative branch of the student government.

Krisha Yasmien Guiao secured five votes to become Minority Leader after Alicia Abby Ang withdrew her nomination despite initially accepting the position.

Amira Datumanong, a member of the Minority Bloc, was elected as Majority Floor Leader after receiving no opposition.

University President Mr. Leopoldo Valdez administered the oath-taking, formally inducting the newly elected and appointed student leaders and journalists into their respective positions.

Director for Student Affairs Mr. Angelito Silvestre delivered an inspirational message to the incoming student leaders, encouraging them to uphold integrity and commitment in serving the student body.

"May you always choose purpose over convenience.”

Associate Vice President for Student Services and Affairs Dr. Monina Manalang concluded the event with a closing remark.

The ceremony gathered officers and representatives from the University Student Government (USG), Recognized Learner Groups (RLGs), and Student Publications as they officially assumed their respective roles for the Academic Year 2026–2027.

𝐄𝐑𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐌: In our recently deleted report about the May 2026 Certified Public Accountant Licensure Examination (CPALE) results, an error occurred resulting in the omission of a rightful name and the mistaken inclusion of another.

We sincerely apologize for this oversight and for any confusion, inconvenience, or distress it may have caused the individuals concerned and our readers.

We assure the entire Holy Angel University community that our data was sourced directly from the official list released by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), as our primary objective is always to provide a truthful and accurate report.

The Enterprise remains firmly committed to delivering responsible and unbiased journalism. Moving forward, we will implement stricter verification measures to ensure such errors do not happen again.

Thank you for your understanding.

𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒: 𝐇𝐀𝐔 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐂𝐏𝐀𝐋𝐄, 𝐲𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝟔𝟐 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐏𝐀𝐬

Holy Angel University (HAU) secured a 45.93% passing rate for the May 2026 Certified Public Accountant Licensure Examination (CPALE) surpassing the national passing rate with 62 passers out of 135 examinees in the result released today, June 2.

On the national level, 3,004 out of 9,745 examinees passed, posting a 30.83% overall passing rate. The examination was administered as scheduled on May 24 to 26 across designated testing centers nationwide.

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) officially released the results, marking the conclusion of the rigorous three-day examination cycle for accountancy graduates.

The list of HAU new CPAs are as follows:

ABAN, CARLO OCSABO
ANDRES, KRISTINE MAE GABAY
APOSTOL, ABBY ANGELINE DUQUE
BANTIGUE, RAINIER VILLAPAÑA
BARRERA, BRIAN CHARLES MARIANO
BASILIO, MARICAR CARLOS
BELICENA, APPLE ROSE BULAGNIR
BELTRAN, KHAYLE AUDREY CUDIA
BUNDALIAN, YUAN CARLO RIVERA
CALIWAG, NHEIDINE LEE NAGUIT
CANLAS, JASMIN DIOSMERE DAVID
CASTRO, RIO LIVELO
CATACUTAN, KRIZALANE CRUZ
CAYANAN, NIKKSON CAGUIN
CRUZ, FRANCES ISAH SICAT
CUNANAN, CLENZA ZABALA
CUNANAN, LOUISE NICOLE CALMA
DAVID, ALLAENHA GRACHEL AMBROCIO
DAVID, ALLYSA
DAVID, KRISTINE SANCHEZ
DAVID, TRIXIE LAINNE TONELADA
DE GUZMAN, RUTH REIGN MAGLANQUE
DELA PEÑA, LEANNE JEAN GATUS
DENNING, CATHERINE NICHOLE DAYRIT
DIAZ, PAULENE BEJAR
EUFEMIO, ALEXANDRA COULEEN ANTONIO
GALANG, SAMANTHA SANTOS
GAMBOA, CHLOE CORTEZ
INFANTE, PATRISHA ARIELLE PINEDA
LANSANGAN, LEAN JEXIMUS ANTONIO
LASOLA, NIGEL ANN AMAMANGPANG
LAXAMANA, KARL ANDREI MALLARI
MANABAT, KIMBERLY ANN VALDERAMA
MANABAT, LADY MIKHAELA DUCUT
MAÑAGO, MARIELLE MARISTELA
MANALILI, KIRSTEN EARL MENDOZA
MANANSALA, JASMINE ROSE DELA CRUZ
MANIAGO, SAMANTHA NULUD
MEDINA, JULIAN KARLO EMIL ONG
MERCADO, MARK JOSHUA RANIDO
MONTEMAYOR, TRISHA CAMILLE CABALLA
MORALES, KYLA VALERIO
MORALES, RICA GRACE MANALANSAN
NACPIL, EMMELEA CANILLO
NUNAG, PAULA MARIE MONTOYA
OPINIANO, ABRYLLE POLICARPIO
PAGCU, ZELLEEN NICOLE GARCIA
PARAS, HEIVEN MONTOYA
PINEDA, SHAIRA CLAIRE PINEDA
PORTUGAL, ZACHARY BUSTAMANTE
POYAOAN, ALYSSAROSE VERANO
SERRANO, ALYSSA KAYE DELFIN
SERRANO, KEREN DAVID
SILVA, SHEENY NADINE MANIO
SUMABAT, JANELLIE DIZON
SUNGLAO, ERICKA GARCIA
TANHUECO, DOMINIQUE ESPIRITU
TORRES, SNYRRAH NICOLLE ANNE LACSON
VICERA, MARIT GWYNETH REYES
VILLANUEVA, CHRISTINE PAULINE VALDEZ
YABUT, JAEMMY NGO
ZURITA, KYLA JAINE RIVERA

Congratulations, Dolphins!