The University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos, College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences, Pharmacy Department conducted an Oath-taking ceremony for the newly-registered pharmacists last February 16, 2016, at Planta Hotel, Bacolod City. The ceremony started with the usual opening formalities with the opening prayer led by Meah Pearl P. Ganarias, RPh. Rev. Fr. Eduardo S. Celiz, Jr., OAR, University President, gave his words of welcome. The department invited Dir. Lily Ann Baldago, CES Eligible, PRC Director- Iloilo Regional Office, as the guest of honor and gave an inspirational message to the new set of pharmacists. Dir. Baldago also initiated the Oath of Professionalism. Before that, Dean Sheila P. Arnibal of CNAHS presented the successful examinees. Also, Ms. Maternidad Z. Española, RPh, President of Negros Occidental Pharmaceutical Association, gave a heartwarming message on behalf of the association. The program ended with a closing remark by Maria P. Hibal, RPh, Program Coordinator of the Pharmacy Department. (Michelle G. Pajotal, MassComm Intern)

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