The Society for the Welfare of Information Technology Students (SWITS) formally opened the CICT GALA on April 21, 2023, in the KB Gymnasium of Malolos City with the theme of “NIGHT OF GLITZ AND GLAMOUR “.
The event started with an entourage of the CICT staff and faculty followed by the United Student Body (USB) along with the BulSU EVP.
Mizraim Cano led the opening as the master of the ceremony which was followed by the singing of the National Anthem, Doxology, the BulSU Hymn, and the SWITS theme song which they performed live.
Dr. Keno Piad, the Dean of CICT, started his opening remarks with gratitude towards the CICT administration, the various CICT organizations, and the students present for making the event possible which was then followed by an inspirational message from Dr. Teody San Andres, the Executive Vice President of BULSU.
“Influence one person at a time and teach them how beautiful life is”, said Mr. San Andres as he talked about influencing others.
The battle of the CICT Emperor and Empress started with the introduction of the judges followed by their advocacy speech, sportswear, formal wear, and lastly the question-and-answer portion.
The last walk and message from the past king and queen of the night, Mr. Andrei Canimo and Ms. Danika Ross Caluag were followed by the awarding, where some of the contestants’ awards and the placements of the candidates were announced.
The rankings of the emperors and empresses are as follows:
Andreana Aguilar of LSC- Empress of Technocrats
Jannah Odiada of BSIT- 1st Runner Up
Mary Rose Joy Robles of CURSOR Publication – 2nd Runner Up
Vernard Valcos of BSIT- Emperor of the Night
Symon Martin of LSC- 1st Runner Up
Jeriko Reyes of BSIT- 2nd Runner Up
Lastly, Mr. Rainiel Dionisio, the SWITS President, gave his closing remarks where he emphasized the successful launching of the event. – Ryan Carlo Gomez
