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The Ecumenical Prayer Service for the 18th Radiologic Technology Pinning Ceremony brought together the fourth-year Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology students of Batch Sapientia Fortis, faculty members, administrators, parents, and guests at The Farm at Carpenter Hill, Koronadal City, June 30.
Attended by students, faculty members, parents, and guests, the service marked the beginning of the students' transition from the academic setting to clinical internship. It also provided an opportunity for prayer and reflection as they prepared to take on the responsibilities of future Radiologic Technologists.
In her opening remarks, Nanette P. Franco, MD, FPARM, MSHSM, FPCHA, reminded the students that the pinning ceremony marks not only an achievement but also the beginning of their responsibility as future Radiologic Technologists.
"Remember that this symbolizes not only achievement but also responsibilityβto uphold the values of integrity, excellence, compassion, and service that define your profession," she stressed.
Delivering the keynote address, Abelardo L. Marva III, RRT, MAEd, LLB, PhDBA, encouraged the students to uphold the dignity and values of the Radiologic Technology profession as they begin their clinical internship.
"Dignity and sincerity and its service with compassion... because starting today, you'll become part of the ambassador of our profession," he said.
Marva also underscored the importance of earning trust and building meaningful relationships throughout their internship.
"May mga magtitiwala sa'yo dahil alam nila kung sino ka. Itong internship ninyo is the proper pathway to build your connection to growth in work, and the people you will work with during your hospital duty are the people who can create opportunities for you," he added.
He further encouraged the students to pursue their chosen profession with purpose and confidence.
"You must work with purpose. Hindi kayo nandito ngayon sa field ng RadTech kung hindi kayo dapat nanditoβito ang para sa inyo," he emphasized.
The program also highlighted the significance of the Radiologic Technology Pinning Ceremony, which symbolizes the students' transition from the classroom to the clinical setting as they begin their internship. More than a ceremonial emblem, the Alexian Radiologic Technology Pin serves as a symbol of professional identity, responsibility, and commitment to excellence, integrity, lifelong learning, and compassionate patient care.
The ceremony concluded with Batch Sapientia Fortis officially receiving their pins, signifying their readiness to embark on clinical internship and take a significant step toward becoming competent, compassionate, and ethical Registered Radiologic Technologists who will continue serving others the Alexian Way.
Article Writers: Jolany Jane Adelantar & Jamaela Posadas
Article Editor: Athea Abadiano