By Dolly Yasa
BACOLOD City – Negros Occidental Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson said that Cadet First Class Janrey Cabanero Artus, who is from San Enrique town and valedictorian of the Philippine Military Academy Class of 2021, brought pride to the province.
The Sanggunian Panlungsod in a recent session presided by Vice Governor Jeffrey Ferrer also passed a resolution authored by Provincial Board member Agustin Bascon congratulating Artus.
It was unanimously approved.
Lacson said it is a proud moment for the province as one of its sons from San Enrique emerged on top of his class.
“Graduating from the PMA is remarkable in itself, but you tested your limits and emerged top of your class. With this feat, you will be an exemplar and an inspiration to all the Negrenses, particularly to our youth,” the governor added.
He also said it is also noteworthy that the name of Artus’ class, Masaligan, means trustworthy, reliable, and honorable in Hiligaynon.
“With this, I hope that you will fully embrace such honor through your fervent commitment and allegiance to our people and constitution.”
Artus is the valedictorian of the Mandirigmang Samahan ng Lakas na Sandigan ng Bayan (Masaligan) Class of 2021, the PMA announced on Monday, May 3.
Artus, 25, studied Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering as a scholar at the University of the Philippines-Visayas in Miagao, Iloilo.
He will graduate summa cum laude during the commencement exercises scheduled on May 10.
He is also the recipient of Presidential Saber, Philippine Navy Saber, Australian Defence Award, Spanish Armed Forces Award, General Antonio Luna Award, Academic Group Award, Jusmag Award, Humanities Plaque, Department of Leadership Plaque, Computing and Information Sciences Plaque, Management Plaque, Natural Sciences Plaque, Social Sciences Plaque, and Navy Professional Plaque.
Artus will be joining 45 other cadets in the Philippine Navy.
Eighty-two will be joining the Philippine Army, and 36 will join the Philippine Air Force.
Masaligan Class of 2021 is composed of 164 graduates.
