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Sumablay sa UP | John Paul Cristobal, Representative, UP Manila Class of 2025

“It’s terrifying to graduate with skill but without compassion. To leave with honors, but without concern.” John Paul Cristobal, summa cum laude graduate of BA Philippine Arts, addressed the Class of 2025 at the University of the Philippines Manila’s 116th Commencement Exercises on July 22. Tracing his path from the farmlands of Ilocos to the heart of Manila, Cristobal reflected on the “abot” or footprints and ruts in the mud, which he saw as a metaphor for the gaps and inequalities embedded in society. In his speech, he asked fellow graduates not to sidestep these widening and deepening gaps — in law, in systems, in humanity — but to confront them with conscience and compassion. There are high expectations of UP graduates, which can be frightening, but Cristobal asserts, “What’s even more terrifying is to leave this university without a conscience.” UP Manila conferred degrees on 1,264 graduates this year; 682 of whom earned Latin honors, with nine of them graduating summa cum laude. Produced by Al Nikko John M. Nagutom and Karl Castro, UP Media and Public Relations Office (MPRO) Videos courtesy of UP Manila #SumablaySaUP #Pagtatapos2025 #UPManila #IskolarNgBayan