08/09/2025
⚜️ September 6, 2025: Charter Installation of APO Looc, Romblon Alumni Association – A Once-in-a-Lifetime Celebration
Last Saturday night marked a historic milestone as the Alpha Phi Omega Looc, Romblon Alumni Association was formally installed as a chartered alumni association of APO Philippines.
The momentous event was graced by APO National President, Bro. Atty. Fritz Sapon , together with the Municipal Mayor of Looc, Romblon, Hon. Atty. Lisette Arboleda and distinguished national and local leaders including:
⚜️Bro. Dennis M. Dumaup , National Executive Director
⚜️Bro. Dr. Edward Allan Flores, National Treasurer
⚜️Bro. Cicero Ching Danseco Jr., Vice Chairman of APO COMELEC
⚜️Hon. Jimwel Ecleo Soriano , SB Member, Looc, Romblon
⚜️Hon. Bro. Kyert Gil Gado Fabella , SK Federation President, Odiongan, Romblon
⚜️Bro. Camilo Claro Pacquing, PARPO, DAR Romblon
The celebration was also joined by proud brothers and sisters from APO ROMAA, APO Iota Nu AA, APO Alcantara Romblon AA, Iota Nu Fraternity and Sorority Chapters, and ESTI Romblon Petitioning Chapter—a true showcase of unity and fellowship across Section 5 (Romblon Province) of APO MIMAROPA Administrative Region.
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Looking back, the night was not just a ceremony, but the culmination of a three-year journey of sacrifice, perseverance, and brotherhood:
📌 January 1, 2023 – First official meeting to formalize the petition
📌 February 2023 – Filing of intent and initial requirements to National Committee on Membership
📌 March 2023 – Petition acknowledged; petitioning code granted by National Committee on Membership with a 1-year deadline to comply all requirements
📌 March 2024 – Final requirements submitted
📌 October 21, 2024 – Official recognition approved at National Executive Council BOT Meeting in General Santos City
📌 Nov 16, 2024 – 1st scheduled charter installation (cancelled due to typhoon)
📌 Apr 26, 2025 – 2nd scheduled charter installation (postponed due to conflict of schedules)
📌 Sept 6, 2025 – Charter Installation successfully held
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This milestone is a testament to the dedication, resilience, and unity of the APO Looc, Romblon Alumni Association.
To everyone who became part of this journey, maraming salamat po. May we continue to strengthen the circle we in Leadership, Friendship, and Service. 💙💛