By Angela Marie De Leon | January 25, 2025
By Angela Marie De Leon | January 25, 2025
THIS year’s Mr. and Ms. San Beda showcased the candidates’ love and passion for the Bedan community. With 12 candidates coming from different courses, only two may claim the reign. Through their dedication and passion for change, Kara Rafaela Plata (I-BSLM) and Eiram Joseph Lumagui (IV-BSBA MM) paved their way and took home the title of Mr. and Ms. San Beda 2025.
The awaited night
Last Jan. 14, held at the SBCA Football Field, aspirants for the crown showed their determination through a series of categories—Casual, Creative, Sports, Formal Wear, and the question-and-answer portion. Even though the event’s beginning was behind the supposed time, this did not stop the community from enjoying the evening. The segment, creative wear was first introduced in this year’s pageant. Through creativity, candidates wore costumes that not only signified their department but also their sympathy for the environment.
From clothing for change to powerful advocacies, candidates voiced their stances on different social and political issues. Issues mentioned were upholding fair legal systems, inclusion for disabled people, and animal sheltering. Indeed, change may start with one’s bravery to speak up.
A privilege yet a responsibility
Mr. San Beda, Eiram Joseph Lumagui (IV-BSBA MM), plans to encourage people to exercise their right to vote and to vote wisely in the coming elections. One of his plans was to organize campus discussions that would tackle the importance of voting. “Together, let’s amplify our voices and make a difference. Remember, your vote is your voice! Let’s use it to create a brighter tomorrow,” said Lumagui.
On the other hand, Ms. San Beda and Kara Rafaela Plata (I-BSLM) explained that winning the crown was a responsibility that ignited her devotion to the community. Her advocacy of upholding justice was to spread awareness about the issues that her stance focuses on and also to motivate everyone to take action in the face of injustice. She stated, “With collective effort, I can foresee the long-lasting impact we can make as a community, and I am more than willing to lead by example.”
As the event ended on a much later evening than planned, multiple awards were awarded to different candidates. Best in talent was awarded to Eiram Joseph Lumagui (IV-BSBA MM) and Jules Mykel Reyes (IV-BSBA MM), best in formal wear for King Vincent Banaag (III-BACMS) and Hannah Sespeñe, and people’s choice award was given to Junien Shad Cadugo (I-BSLM) and Kara Rafaela Plata (I-BSLM). However, something that the occasion focuses on is amiss. Along with the passion and enthusiasm of the candidates, no award for best advocacy was granted.
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