As Mother Ignacia del Espiritu Santo once exemplified, wisdom comes from knowing God and using our talents to transform lives.

As we gather today to honor outstanding contributions in research, let us remember that knowledge is best when used in service of others.

True education thrives when we challenge assumptions, embrace diversity, and work together across borders and disciplines, all while remaining steadfast in our mission to create meaningful change.

– Edgar Eslit, PhD

SMCII DEAN – College of Arts and Social Sciences