A Season of Becoming, A Future in the Making
- The LORMA Schools
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Some seasons are defined by beginnings, others by the moments that quietly shape who we are becoming. This edition gathers the milestones that made this season meaningful at LORMA Colleges—from welcoming a new generation of Lormanians into the community to witnessing students take on the symbols, responsibilities, and promises of their chosen professions. Through coats donned, pins received, candles held, and first steps taken, we see young aspirations gradually taking form as futures filled with possibility.
"The future is not shaped in one defining moment, but in the countless small moments when we choose to learn, to grow, and to step forward."
A New Chapter Begins at LORMA Colleges
With hearts full of gratitude and eyes on the future, LORMA Colleges formally welcomes Dr. Edwin C. Cancino as its new President during a solemn and inspiring Investiture Ceremony held at the Pavilion, CHS Campus, Carlatan. The occasion marked the beginning of a new chapter in the institution’s journey of excellence and service.
From the Turnover Ceremony to the Oath of Office and his first address as President, the occasion signified a meaningful transition of leadership—one grounded in shared values, a strong sense of purpose, and a vision that continues to move the LORMAnian community forward.
To Dr. Cancino, congratulations and welcome to this new chapter of leadership. May your presidency inspire continued growth, meaningful innovation, and excellence across the LORMA community. We look forward to the milestones and possibilities that lie ahead under your leadership.
SDG 4 - Quality Education 
SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth 
SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities 
SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions 
SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals
Leading with Purpose, Leading with Heart
The LORMA Colleges Leadership Team gathered for a meaningful conversation on purpose, identity, and what it truly means to lead the LORMA way. The discussion centered on the values that shape our leadership—purposeful action, compassion, and a commitment to making a positive difference.
As we prepare for the new academic year this August, we are reminded that leadership goes beyond responsibility. It is about nurturing people, promoting wellness, embracing growth, and pursuing global excellence while staying grounded in our shared identity and purpose.
As one LORMA community, we carry this reminder forward: lead with purpose, lead with heart. May the year ahead inspire leaders who empower others, champion well-being, and create meaningful impact within and beyond the LORMA community.
SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being SDG 4 - Quality Education SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Donning the Coat, Embracing the Calling
Congratulations to the Pharmacy students of LORMA Colleges as they receive their white coats during the 12th White Coat Ceremony—a meaningful milestone as they take their next step toward their internship journey. More than a symbol of the profession, the white coat represents trust, compassion, integrity, and the responsibility entrusted to future pharmacists.
From the classroom to the clinical setting, may this milestone inspire our students to uphold excellence in patient care, commit to lifelong learning, and carry with them the values that define the pharmacy profession. As they enter a new chapter of their professional journey, may they continue to serve with competence, empathy, and purpose.
Here’s to the next chapter, future pharmacists. May you wear the coat with pride, honor the calling with heart, and contribute to a healthier community and a better world.
SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being SDG 4 - Quality Education SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Coated with Purpose, Pinned with Pride
The College of Medical Laboratory Science proudly celebrated its 6th Coating & Pinning Ceremony, marking a significant milestone in the journey of our students toward becoming future medical laboratory professionals. This meaningful tradition symbolizes their transition from the classroom to a profession grounded in competence, integrity, and service.
To our newly coated and pinned LORMAnians, this moment reflects your dedication, resilience, and passion for serving others. Wear your coat and pin with pride, and carry forward the values that have guided you throughout your journey. May you continue to pursue excellence, uphold professional responsibility, and contribute to the health and well-being of the communities you serve.
We were honored to have Atty. Ricardo D. Antolin, MPH, RMT as our guest speaker, inspiring our future medical technologists with words of wisdom as they move closer to their chosen calling. Congratulations, future medical laboratory professionals! May you continue to shine as beacons of excellence, compassion, and service in the field of medical laboratory science.
SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being SDG 4 - Quality Education SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Beyond the Halls, Into the World:
A Lormanian Journey Continues
The LORMA Colleges Pavilion was filled with pride and celebration on August 7, 2026, as we honored our graduates and marked another meaningful milestone in their academic journey. The occasion brought together families, faculty, and members of the LORMA community to celebrate the dedication, perseverance, and accomplishments of our newest graduates.
Adding significance to the celebration was our Guest of Honor and Speaker, Florence Carreon Galvez-Boado, RRT, Chief Radiologic Technologist at the Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center and a proud alumna of LORMA Colleges, BS Radiologic Technology Class of 1998. Her journey from Lormanian graduate to healthcare professional served as an inspiring reminder of the possibilities that await those who carry their education with purpose and commitment.
As our graduates step beyond the halls of LORMA, may they continue to embody Leadership, Wellness, and Global Excellence in every path they take. Their journey may be moving into a new chapter, but the Lormanian spirit remains with them—empowering them to serve, lead, and create meaningful impact wherever their future takes them.
SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being SDG 4 - Quality Education SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
Welcome Home, Freshies:
A Lormanian Beginning to Remember
Welcome Fest 2026 officially welcomed our freshman Lormanians into the LORMA family, filling the day with smiles, excitement, new friendships, and the unmistakable spirit of Lormanian pride. More than an opening celebration, the event gave our freshies a chance to meet new barkada, build connections, and begin their college journey surrounded by a community ready to welcome them home.
The celebration continued with fun-filled games and an after-party with a twist, bringing everyone together for an unforgettable close to the festivities. DJ Dean Neil kept the crowd moving as our freshmen filled the celebration with energy, enthusiasm, and the spirit that made Welcome Fest 2026 one for the books.
And just like that, Welcome Fest 2026 came to a close, but the Lormanian journey has only begun. To our freshman Lormanians, may this first chapter be filled with meaningful friendships, purposeful learning, personal growth, and countless moments worth remembering.
SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being SDG 4 - Quality Education SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals
From Aspiration to Action:
Lighting the Way for Future Nurses
The College of Nursing celebrated its 64th Capping, Badging, Pinning & Candle Lighting Ceremony on August 7, 2026, at the LORMA Colleges Pavilion, marking a significant milestone in the journey of our future nurses. Guided by the theme, “From Aspiration to Action: Cultivating Competent, Compassionate, and Transformative Future Nurses,” the ceremony honored the dedication, perseverance, and commitment that brought our nursing students to this defining moment.
The occasion was made more meaningful by the presence of Allen Joshua R. Dominguez, LPT, RN, MAN, MPH, PhD, who served as guest speaker and shared valuable insights for our future healthcare professionals. His presence added inspiration to a ceremony that symbolizes not only academic preparation but also the responsibility of carrying knowledge, compassion, and service into the communities they will one day care for.
To our future nurses, may the light you carry today guide you toward a future defined by competence, compassion, and purposeful service. As you take the next steps in your journey, continue to embody the Lormanian spirit and become healthcare professionals who lead with heart, uphold excellence, and make a transformative difference in every life you touch. Congratulations, Lormanians, and may you continue to light the way forward.
SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being SDG 4 - Quality Education SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Pammadayaw: Lormanian Excellence Beyond Borders
LORMA Colleges proudly congratulates Andrea G. Galano, RMT, MHA, a Lormanian Medical Laboratory Science alumna from Batch 2018, for successfully completing her Master in Healthcare Administration at Western Governors University, USA; Patience Nduka, USRN, a Lormanian BS Nursing alumna from Batch 2019 and Registered Nurse in Alberta, Canada, for earning her Doctor of Philosophy, major in International Healthcare System; and Monsurat Omolara Adeleke, a Lormanian BS Nursing alumna from Batch 2020, for becoming a Certified Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) in the United States of America.
Their achievements reflect the Lormanian spirit of lifelong learning, professional excellence, and continuous growth. From healthcare administration and international healthcare systems to advanced psychiatric nursing, their accomplishments demonstrate how Lormanians continue to expand their expertise and make meaningful contributions across diverse areas of healthcare.
As they continue to grow professionally and serve communities across the globe, their journeys inspire the next generation of Lormanians to pursue excellence without borders. LORMA Colleges celebrates these remarkable milestones and the meaningful impact they continue to make in their respective fields.
A Fresh Season of Purpose and Possibility
As preparations begin for SY 2026–2027, the College of Physical Therapy gathered its faculty from the Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy (BSPT) and Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Sciences (BSESS) programs to reconnect, realign goals, and welcome new team members into the academic community. More than a preparation for the year ahead, the gathering strengthened collaboration and renewed a shared commitment to excellence, purposeful service, and the holistic development of future health and wellness professionals. With renewed connections and a common purpose, the College of Physical Therapy looks forward to a year of meaningful growth and greater milestones together.
Across Borders, Expanding Horizons: LORMA Medical Laboratory Science Students Complete Global Mobility Program
Two Medical Laboratory Science students and a clinical instructor from LORMA Colleges successfully completed a one-month Student Mobility and Cultural Immersion Program at Huachiew Chalermprakiet University (HCU), Thailand, from June 14 to July 12, 2026. Through intensive training in core laboratory disciplines, the participants strengthened their academic knowledge and professional skills while gaining valuable experience in an international learning environment. Beyond the laboratory, their immersion in Thai culture fostered greater cultural awareness, adaptability, and appreciation for the diverse contexts in which healthcare professionals serve. Their successful completion of the program reflects LORMA Colleges' continued commitment to internationalization and to providing students and faculty with meaningful global learning experiences that cultivate academic excellence, cultural competence, and readiness to contribute beyond borders.
A Moment to Breathe, A Journey to Begin
As part of Welcome Fest 2026, our freshman Lormanians took a meaningful pause for mindfulness, setting intentions, embracing fresh starts, and reflecting on the journey ahead. More than a moment of stillness, the wellness activity reminded our freshies that beginning a new chapter also means making space for self-awareness, balance, and personal well-being. At LORMA Colleges, wellness is woven into the learning experience, nurturing students not only to succeed academically but also to grow as grounded, resilient, and purposeful individuals.
SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being SDG 4 - Quality Education SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth 
SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals
Wellness Wednesdays: Living the Lormanian Way
Stay tuned every Wednesday for your weekly spark of motivation and inspiration—messages that nourish the mind, uplift the spirit, and guide us to move through life with purpose, balance, and compassion. At LORMA Colleges, wellness is not just an initiative but a way of living, woven into our daily actions, mindful moments, and shared commitment to caring for ourselves so we can better care for others. This is the Lormanian Way.
Build Your Future, Shape What’s Next
Build your future with LORMA Colleges and become part of a Lormanian community where professional growth, continuous learning, collaboration, wellness, inclusivity, and innovation come together to create meaningful opportunities. Join an institution committed to excellence in education and service, where your skills are valued, your passion is nurtured, and your work can help shape future generations. Bring what you do best, grow with purpose, and make an impact as we build a stronger future together.
SDG - Good Health and Well-being SDG 4 - Quality Education SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals
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Retreat 2026
August 2, 2026
12th White Coat Ceremony
College of Pharmacy
August 4, 2026
6th Coating & Pinning Ceremony
College of Medical Laboratory Science
August 9, 2026
Investiture Ceremony
August 12, 2026
As this season unfolds, so do the stories of the Lormanians who will carry them forward.
From their first days on campus to the moments when they answer their calling, each milestone becomes part of something greater. May they continue to grow with courage, carry their values with pride, and shape futures that leave a meaningful mark on the lives and communities they will serve.
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