NATIONAL TOPNOTCHERS AND OUTSTANDING ALUMNI
For decades, Cagayan Colleges Tuguegarao (CCT), now University of Cagayan Valley (UCV), has nurtured graduates who have distinguished themselves through academic excellence, professional achievement, public service, and leadership. Their accomplishments reflect the institution’s enduring commitment to developing competent, accomplished, and socially responsible individuals who make meaningful contributions in the Philippines and beyond.
The university’s legacy of excellence is highlighted by its national topnotchers, including board examination placers who have earned top ranks in fields such as Criminology, Social Work, Education, and Marine Engineering. Alongside these achievers are distinguished alumni who have gone on to serve in government, education, law, medicine, the military, business, international organizations, and other fields, carrying the CCT/UCV tradition of excellence into their respective professions.
These alumni represent more than individual achievement. They are part of the institution’s continuing legacy and stand as a testament to the opportunities, education, and values cultivated at CCT/UCV throughout the years.
I. NATIONAL TOPNOTCHERS
| Name | Rank | Board Examination / Year |
|---|---|---|
| Xmy Gamongan Cudal | No. 5 National Topnotcher | Licensure Examination for Teachers – Elementary (March 2026) |
| Aldrin Abata Aquino | No. 3 National Topnotcher | Criminology Board Examination (2019) |
| Ronald B. Moldero | No. 1 National Topnotcher | Criminology Board Examination (Oct 2013) |
| Brix P. Rola | No. 10 National Topnotcher | Marine Engineering Board Examination (February 2013) |
| Rommel Adolf I. Diciano | No. 5 National Topnotcher | Criminology Board Examination (Oct 2011) |
| Eisenhower Jacob | No. 15 National Topnotcher | Criminology Board Examination (2005) |
| Janice Decena | No. 17 National Topnotcher | Criminology Board Examination (2005) |
| Pythagoras Culili | No. 1 National Topnotcher | Criminology Board Examination (Oct 2004) |
| Eliseo D. Cagurangan Jr. | No. 9 National Topnotcher | Criminology Board Examination (October 2004) |
| Reynante M. Dangarang | No. 7 National Topnotcher | Criminology Board Examination (October 2003) |
| Marisol Magno | No. 12 National Topnotcher | Criminology Board Examination (1999) |
| Andres Baccay | No. 7 National Topnotcher | Criminology Board Examination (1997) |
| Lilibeth Gallego | No. 1 National Topnotcher | Social Work Board Examination (1996) |
| Gyorgy Tong | No. 20 National Topnotcher | Phil. Board Examination for Teachers (1995) |
| Gregoria G. Jurado | No. 16 National Topnotcher | Social Work Board Examination (1987) |
II. DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI
Hon. Rosendo Parayo Abad
AB, 1965
Former Mayor of the Municipality of Gonzaga
B/Gen. Rodolfo G. Alvarado
Elementary, Secondary, AB, BSE, MBA
Assistant Postmaster General for Operations of the Philippine Postal Corporation and Director of CEZA. Previously Commanding General of the 5th Infantry Division, Philippine Army
Mr. Gerard U. Buco
BSE, 1990
Mathematics Specialist at Jefferson Union High School District, Daly City, California
Dr. Veneranda V. Cauilan-Sernande
Former Director of Libraries of Cagayan Colleges Tuguegarao
Dr. Wilma R. Guzman
Ph.D., 2002
Executive Vice President, Medical Colleges of Northern Philippines and the International School of Asia and the Pacific
Miss Visitation T. Ligutan
BSEED, 1980; MAED, 1990
Principal of Annafunan Elementary School
Dr. Lorna Binasoy Manaois
High School, 1962
Former Schools Division Superintendent, Division of Tuguegarao City
Dr. Helen LS Morales
ACS, AB, BSE, MAED
Former Executive Vice President of the Cagayan Colleges Tuguegarao, now University of Cagayan Valley
Dr. Esther Susan N. Perez, MD, MSc-FM, Ph.D.
Elementary, Secondary
Former Medical doctor and Research Director of a cancer hospital in New York City, now the President of the University of Cagayan valley
S/SUPT Jude Wilson Santos
MPA, 1999; DPA, 2001
Former Senior Superintendent and Provincial Director of Cagayan Provincial Police Office
Dr. Andrea Allam Taguibao
BSED, 1972; Ph.D., 1996
Former Assistant Professor and Department Chair, Early Childhood Education Department of the Effat College at Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Architect Noel T. Veridiano
Elementary; High School (First Year to Third Year)
Artist behind the JVP and LPD Buildings at the UCV-VVP Campus; Principal architect and owner of Architect Noel T. Veridiano Design, Construction Management and Consultancy Group
Mr. Lorenzo Z. Aggabao
High School, 1965
Recognized as the “Most Outstanding Regional Technical Director for Lands” Luzon Area by geodetic engineers of the Philippines. Regional Technical Director of DENR R03.
Dr. Rodrigo Flores Balaqui, Jr.
Former Regional Director of the Professional Regulation Commission R02
Mrs. Lerma E. Bulauitan-Gabito
BSE, 1995
National coach in sports since 2007
Dr. Manuel F. Fermin
High School, 1964
Former Councilor from 1995 to 2001; elected President of the Councilor’s League, Cagayan Chapter and ex-officio member of the Provincial Board
Atty. Joel T. Jurado, Sr.
Associate in Arts, 1958
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson and Real Estate Broker in the United States of America
Dr. Laureana M. Lingan
High School, 1977; BSE, 1982
Professor at Cagayan State University
Dr. Rogelio P. Matalang
BSE, 1969
Former Campus Executive Officer of Cagayan State University, Lallo Satellite
Mrs. Lucila Ortiz-Espinosa
High School, 1967
Head of the Nursing Division of the National Center for Mental Health
Dr. Roger P. Perez, CESO II
Former Executive Director of the Commission on Higher Education and President of Cagayan State University
Director Isidro D. Siriban
BEED (first two years)
Regional Director of the National Police Commission of Region II
Mrs. Jovy V. Tamayao-Miguel
Elem., 1977; High School, 1981; AB/BSE, 1985
Former Officer In Charge – Human Resource Development of the Civil Service Commission, Tuguegarao City
Mr. Oscar G. Alvarado
High School
Former Regional Director of the Department of Public Information Welfare Officer and Assistant Labor Attaché
Atty. Jimmy P. Baliga
High School, 1978
Former Regional Director of the Commission on Human Rights, Region II
Mrs. Minda Calaguian-Cruz
Elementary, 1956; High School, 1969
Bemedalled individual and a prolific researcher; Chief Coordinator of the Office of the Secretary of the Department of Foreign Affairs
Dr. Norma Calayan Guillermo
Education Supervisor II
Former Education Supervisor II, Department of Education Regional Office 02
Atty. Godofredo T. Liban II
High School, 1958
Consultant on Legislative Affairs, Office of the Mayor, Quezon City Government, and Senior Partner of the Law Offices of Liban, Alvarez and Associates
Atty. Cecille Malapit-Cabatit
High School, 1970
Placed among the Top 15 in the National Bar Examinations, with a rating of 88.95%, and served as Assistant Vice President of the Legal Services Division of the United Coconut Planters Bank (UCPB)
Rev. Dr. Julian L. Miguel
Associate in Arts, 1962
Pastor of the United Methodist Church both in the Philippines and the United States
Dr. Leonardo C. Pattung
High School
Former Municipal Mayor of Baggao, Cagayan
Gen. Eduardo de Leon Purificacion
AB, 1968
Head of the Academic Group of the Philippine Military Academy, spokesman of AFP and Dean of the Corps of AFP
Mr. Santos Sunico
Bachelor of Science in Social Work, 1991
Recipient of the 1996 Gintong Puso award given to outstanding Social Workers and the Outstanding Cagayano Award; Social Welfare Officer of the Local Government Unit of Lallo, Cagayan
Mr. Orlando Vargas
High School, 1967
The only Filipino awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia at the 2003 Queen’s Birthday Honors List (HRH Elizabeth of England) for Outstanding Service to the Filipino Community; Former President of the Filipino-Australian Community Association, Inc.; Corporate Services Officer of the Department of Education, Queensland, Australia