Commencement Exercises at Far Eastern University is more than just a rite of passage, it is a celebration of stories. For the Class of 2025, nine valedictorians stood before their peers, not only to receive medals, but to reflect on journeys marked by grit, growth, and grace. From quiet breakthroughs to personal losses, from redirections to fierce declarations of identity, these Tamaraws prove that excellence wears many faces — and speaks in many voices.    For Rae Elaine S.

At Far Eastern University (FEU), excellence is not limited to the classroom. It is expressed in every stage, studio, and community—where talent meets heart, and learning meets purpose. The university recognizes Ronieth Dayao as the 4th recipient of the Dr. Lourdes R. Montinola Excellence in Art and Culture Award, a recognition given to a graduating student who has excelled in both academics and the arts.  Ronieth graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Exercis