19/07/2026
๐ก๐๐ช๐ฆ | ๐๐๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐ฉ๐๐ซ๐ญ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐๐ข๐๐ค๐ฌ ๐๐๐ ๐.๐. ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง, ๐๐ง๐๐ฎ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐๐ฆ-๐๐ฎ๐ข๐ฅ๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ
Sarimanok, Marawi City โ The Department of Accountancy, in partnership with the Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants (JPIA) โ RC-AKICFI Chapter, officially welcomed students and marked the opening of another promising academic year through its General Orientation and Induction Ceremony held on July 23, 2026, at the RC-AKIC SLS Gymnasium, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The event gathered aspiring accountants, faculty members, and officers of the JPIA. Guided by Master of Ceremony Abdulazis Lipogay, the program commenced with preliminaries and multimedia presentations, setting the tone for guidance, unity, and shared purpose within the department.
The program was formally opened by JPIA Adviser, Mr. Samim Amboloto, CPA. In his remarks, he extended a warm welcome to everyone and emphasized that discipline, commitment, and cooperation are key values as everyone works toward the goal of becoming Certified Public Accountants.
Department Chairperson Ms. Hanna Nasria C. Sansarona, CPA, JD then introduced the faculty members who will serve as mentors and guides throughout the studentsโ journey: Mr. Samim H.A. Amboloto, CPA, Ma'am Junailah U. Khalid, CPA, LPT, Ma'am Ni'mah H.N. Mustapha, MPA, CSE, Ma'am Ameerah Vhandary Usman, CPA, Ma'am Sittie Ramayannah A. Calil, CPA, and Mr. Mohamad Faiz G**o, CPA. She also thoroughly discussed department policies, academic standards, and expectations to ensure all students are wellโoriented and prepared for the year ahead.
The session proceeded with the Election for 1st Year Representative, conducted by the Commission on Elections (COMELEC). This was followed by a video presentation from the JPIA Aethronis Federation, highlighting their legacy and achievements. Outgoing JPIA Local Chapter President Ms. Soraima Batua-an also shared her insights, recounting her experiences, expressing gratitude to her coโofficers, and encouraging the new leaders to serve with passion and dedication.
A ceremonial turnover and march then symbolized the transition of responsibility from the Aethronis Federation to the newly formed Gryphyreon Federation, followed by the induction of the new JPIA officers. Newly elected Local Chapter President Mr. Mahfoz Naga accepted the leadership role and expressed his commitment to guide the organization toward greater milestones and meaningful projects for all JPIAns.
The program also featured the Gryphyreon Federation Video Presentation, followed by the formal presentation of the new officers and members.
The afternoon session focused on camaraderie and fun as students presented their creative banners and cheered for their One Pieceโthemed teams: On Air Pirates, Hawkins Pirates, Heart Pirates, Strawhats Pirates, Blackbeard Pirates, Kid Pirates, Fire Tank Pirates, Drake Pirates, Bonney Pirates, and Fallen Monk Pirates.
Teams competed in the Amazing Race, completing challenges across 10 stations. Below are the OFFICIAL WINNERS:
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๐ฅ ๐๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐ฅ๐๐๐: ๐๐ญ๐ซ๐๐ฐ๐ก๐๐ญ๐ฌ ๐๐ข๐ซ๐๐ญ๐๐ฌ
๐ฅ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐๐: ๐๐ซ๐๐ค๐ ๐๐ข๐ซ๐๐ญ๐๐ฌ
๐ฅ ๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐๐: ๐๐๐ฐ๐ค๐ข๐ง๐ฌ ๐๐ข๐ซ๐๐ญ๐๐ฌ
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๐ดโโ ๏ธ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐: ๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐
The program was officially closed by Ms. Jasmine Asum. Faculty members Sir Mohamad Faiz G**o and Ma'am Ameerah Vhandary Usman gave their final words of encouragement, reminding everyone that while the path of accountancy is challenging, perseverance and mutual support will lead every student to success.
Congratulations to the newly inducted JPIA officers and to all students. May this year be filled with learning, growth, and steady progress toward becoming future CPAs. โจ
๐๏ธ | Jasmen Saipoden
๐ธ | Sittie Rofaidah Latiph, Heldegonde Abdulwahab, Jasmen Saipoden and Basam Macaronsing