VSU produces 30 new Mechanical Engineers in February 2025 licensure exam

VSU has produced 30 newly licensed Mechanical Engineers in the February 2025 Mechanical Engineering Licensure Examination (MELE) and showcased the university’s strong engineering education and training. 

A total of 23 graduates from VSU Main Campus passed the board examination. Of these, 22 were first-time takers achieving an institutional passing rate of 65.71%. 

Meanwhile, VSU Isabel had 7 first-time takers who passed the exam, resulting in an institutional passing rate of 31.82%.

This is the second highest number of passers in VSU’s main campus history, following the 2023 MELE where 28 graduates successfully obtained their licenses.

Despite the uncertainties obtaining the Certificate of Program Compliance (COPC) for the Mechanical Engineering program, the graduates remained focused and dedicated their efforts to rigorous preparation. 

The COPC for the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) of VSU Main Campus was awarded on January 17, 2025, coinciding with the initial deadline set by the Professional Regulation Commission for the February 2025 MELE. 

The complete roster of successful examinees from the VSU Main Campus are as follows: 

1. Engr. Alvin Tando Ambilong
2. Engr. Chantal Kate Camugao Antigua
3. Engr. Kent Urdaneta Avila
4. Engr. Cres Teoffy Lacre Argente
5. Engr. Christy Mae Quilantang Bagcat
6. Engr. Jaymar Pening Baylosis
7. Engr. Rommel Niño Bestudio Bulfa
8. Engr. Jasper Cabarubias
9. Engr. Nestor Jr. Trigo Corpin
10. Engr. Lynch Mark Jocson Cutara
11. Engr. Darlene Abenoja Donayre
12. Engr. Jenalyn Flores
13. Engr. Julius Rey Saracosa Gisto
14. Engr. Christine Grace Amparo Gonzales
15. Engr. Alexander John Polido Morecho
16. Engr. Ian Jasper Godoy Paigan
17. Engr. Patrick Anthony Nepangue Paña
18. Engr. John Lawrence Daisog Pepito
19. Engr. Justine Mae Daisog Pepito
20. Engr. Jumelito Verra Pitallar
21. Engr. Leocris Revillosa Quintana
22. Engr. Luis Manuel Liwag Roxas
23. Engr. Jufel Vallentos Tuyogon

Meanwhile, the new mechanical engineers from VSU Isabel include the following graduates:

1. Engr. Reymart C. Booc
2. Engr. Lisleo Mark E. Empinado
3. Engr. Josue P. Gocela
4. Engr. Shechem E. Mojado
5. Engr. Bryson M. Onde
6. Engr. Roldan A. Suarez
7. Engr. Erika Mae P. Subo

As announced by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), there were 3,089 out of 6,318 examinees successfully passed the February 2025 MELE gaining a national passing average of 48.89%. 

The results mark another milestone for VSU’s long-standing tradition of academic excellence and its dedication to producing skilled professionals who are ready to take on the challenges of the engineering world.

The Dean of the Faculty of Engineering Dr. Jannet C. Bencure appreciated the hard work and perseverance of the successful examinees.

“We are incredibly proud of our graduates and their success in the licensure examination despite the hardship that they encountered during their college days until the filing of the application for the said exam,” Dr. Bencure said.

The MELE, which is administered by the PRC, assesses the competence of aspiring engineers through a series of written tests focused on core engineering subjects, practical knowledge, and application. 

With the successful passers, VSU continues to prove its worth as a leading institution in producing top-caliber engineers in the country.

This article is aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) No. 4:  Quality Education 

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