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FULL SPEECH: Kara David at UP Cebu's 87th Commencement Exercises | Husay, Dangal, at Serbisyo
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FULL SPEECH: Kara David at UP Cebu's 87th Commencement Exercises | Husay, Dangal, at Serbisyo

Commencement Speech by Assistant Professor Patri David

Introduction and Acknowledgments

  • The speaker, Assistant Professor Patri David, expresses gratitude for the invitation to be the commencement speaker.
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  • Opens with greetings in Cebuano and acknowledges various dignitaries including Chancellor Leo Malagar and President Angelo Jimenez.
  • Assures graduates that the speech will not be a boring lecture but rather a storytelling session.

Personal Journey and Lessons Learned

  • Emphasizes that much of what will be shared comes from stories of others encountered over 30 years as a journalist.
  • Reflects on personal educational journey, noting it took nine years to complete a master's degree, encouraging graduates about their own achievements.

Key Concepts: Honor, Excellence, Service

Excellence (Husay)

  • Introduces three key words: honor (dangal), excellence (husay), and service (serbisyo).
  • Shares the story of Daniel Pablo, an uneducated chief of the Agta community who exemplifies true excellence through his skills in fishing eels.
  • Highlights Daniel's act of sharing his earnings with his community instead of keeping it for himself.

Honor (Dangal)

  • Discusses the concept of honor through the story of Janaret Biao, a farmer facing economic hardships due to falling vegetable prices.
  • Illustrates Janaret's integrity despite financial struggles; she refuses to resort to dishonesty or theft.

Service (Serbisyo)

  • Transitions into discussing service by introducing Kuya Joel Hindon from Tiboli South Cotabato who serves his community selflessly even at great personal risk.
  • Quotes Kuya Joel on dedication to serving others without regard for personal fatigue or comfort.

Call to Action for Graduates

  • Urges graduates to remember their responsibility towards society and use their education for communal upliftment rather than individual gain.
  • Concludes with a message about wealth being measured by generosity and encourages giving back to communities.

Closing Remarks

  • Ends with a heartfelt wish for achieving an equitable society where no one is left behind.
  • Congratulates UP Cebu Class of 2026 on their achievements while reminding them not to forget their duty towards the nation.

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Video Courtesy: University of the Philippines Cebu Copyright © University of the Philippines Cebu. All Rights Reserved. Shared by The Youth Pulse for educational, informational, commentary, and public interest purposes.Award-winning broadcast journalist and documentarian Kara David delivered an inspiring commencement address during the 87th Commencement Exercises of University of the Philippines Cebu. Anchored on the University's core values of Husay (Excellence), Dangal (Honor), and Serbisyo (Service), David encouraged the Class of 2026 to redefine success—not by personal achievements alone, but by their commitment to uplifting others and serving their communities. Drawing from nearly three decades of storytelling, she shared the inspiring lives of ordinary Filipinos whose compassion, integrity, and selfless service embody the values of true leadership. She reminded graduates that excellence is measured by how knowledge is used for the common good, dignity is found in perseverance and honesty, and meaningful service requires only a willing heart. "Ang tunay na sukatan ng husay at katalinuhan ay hindi sa taas ng inyong grado... Nasusukat ito sa kung paano ninyo gagamitin ang inyong kaalaman para iangat ang karamihan." Concluding her address, David urged the graduates never to forget those on the margins of society and to always give back to the communities that shaped them. Watch the full commencement speech and be inspired by a message of excellence, honor, compassion, and service. 📍 For educational, informational, and archival purposes. #KaraDavid #UPCebu #Commencement2026 #GraduationSpeech #TheYouthPulse