Outstanding UNIFAST Scholar

Tabuk City, Kalinga — Mae Marl Cosme, a distinguished graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Saint Tonis College, Incorporated (STCI), was recently awarded a medal and certificate of appreciation for being an Outstanding UNIFAST Scholar. The honor was conferred by officials from the Commission on Higher Education’s Unified Student Financial Assistance System for Tertiary Education (CHED-UNIFAST), in recognition of her exemplary academic performance and leadership.

Graduating Cum Laude, Cosme not only demonstrated academic excellence but also left a lasting mark on the STCI community through her active involvement in student leadership and campus journalism. During her third year, she served as the President of the Student Supreme Council, the highest student-governing body in the institution. In the same academic year, she held the role of Editor-in-Chief of The Tonisian Reflector, the official student publication of the college, where she led student journalists in delivering timely and impactful campus news.

The award from CHED-UNIFAST celebrates scholars who have shown exceptional commitment to their studies while embodying the values of service, leadership, and resilience—qualities that Cosme consistently displayed throughout her academic journey.

STCI faculty, staff, and students expressed their pride and admiration for Cosme, who has become a role model for aspiring scholars and student leaders. Her achievements serve as an inspiration to many, reflecting the success that comes with dedication, passion, and a heart for service.