𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | Aspire to Inspire: The Architecture Department Honors New Architect and Master Plumber Licensure Passers

The Isabela State University (ISU) Ilagan Campus Architecture Department officially acknowledged and recognized its former students for successfully passing the Architectural Licensure and Master Plumber Examinations. The celebratory event was held at the New CEAT AVR Room on March 13, 2026, marking a significant milestone for the department and its growing community of professionals.

The Architecture Department, along with the current student body, watched with pride as the new architects and master plumbers stepped forward. It was a moment of realizing the dreams they once held when they were still students who strived and worked hard within the halls of the university.

Three former students—now licensed professionals Ar. Arnie Panlaqui, Ar. Shereene Nova Darcen, and Ar. John Jomari Balbin—took the stage to share their personal journeys. They detailed their transition from being dedicated architecture students to officially becoming architects. They spoke candidly about their college years, mentioning the various struggles they encountered and how they managed to survive those challenging times despite the difficult path they had chosen.

Their narratives followed from the classroom to the professional world, where new doors opened for them and new experiences and learnings were created. The three shared that despite the obstacles and difficulties they faced, having faith, believing in oneself, and having the support of others are the things that you will hold onto when you enter the examination room. They reminded the audience that in a room full of doubts, be the motivated one. As a wise student once said, “You can put your struggles into a motivation that can help you break your limits even further than you can imagine.”

As the speakers concluded, the students in attendance learned from the lessons of the experiences shared, realizing that their current struggles could serve as stepping stones in reaching their goals. Watching the new architects be recognized served as the very inspiration the students aspire to.

[Correspondent : ISU-Ilagan Architecture Department]