Alumni of Central Philippine University (CPU) expressed their immense gratitude to God after securing spots among the topnotchers in the February 2025 Respiratory Therapists Licensure Examination.
Tying at Rank 5 were Jose Miguel Santisteban Dumat-ol from Miagao, Iloilo, and Jywelle Nae Leonero Nacional from Sultan Kudarat, both achieving a score of 91.75%.
Meanwhile, at Rank 6, were Di-Anne-Mei Quiñones Evangelista from Mandurriao, Iloilo City and Charisse Joy Ponte Rubino from Kalibo, Aklan, with a score of 91.50%.
CPU also recorded an outstanding 97.30% passing rate, as 36 out of 37 examinees from the university successfully passed the board exam.
Out of 1,097 examinees nationwide, a total of 853 passed.
Journey to Success: CPU Topnotchers Share Their Stories
In an interview with Bombo Radyo, Santisteban recalled that he chose Respiratory Therapy after being inspired by his Senior High School immersion, where he gained firsthand experience in the field.
Santisteban admitted that although Respiratory Therapy was not his first choice, he eventually learned to love the course, and his dedication paid off with remarkable success.
For Nacional, the pandemic presented significant challenges in their studies. However, she remained steadfast in her goal of becoming a Respiratory Therapist.
Meanwhile, Evangelista described the course as a “survival of the fittest” journey. She noted that their batch started with over 40 students, but only around 30 managed to graduate.
She emphasized the demanding nature of their profession, stating that human lives depend on their expertise, particularly in respiratory care.
On the other hand, Rubino shared that her pet dog served as her source of inspiration throughout her studies.
She also highlighted the strong bond within their section, making it easier for them to support one another during their review sessions, ultimately contributing to their success in the licensure exam.
