Another proud moment for the Maritime Vanguard!
Mdpn. John Daryl G. Gabayeron and Mdpn. Earl Luiz B. Militar, the official nominees of John B. Lacson Colleges FoundationโBacolod, Inc., have successfully advanced to the Top 20 National Finalists of the Ten Outstanding Maritime Students of the Philippines (TOMSP) 2026.
TOMSP is a national search, formation, and awards program that recognizes maritime students who demonstrate holistic excellence beyond academics. Making it to the Top 20 is already a significant achievement, with finalists from maritime institutions across the country evaluated in academic and professional excellence, responsible leadership, social responsibility, and their proposed initiatives for the maritime community.
Representing the Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation, Mdpn. Gabayeron brings a journey marked by resilience, leadership, communication, creativity, and service. Currently the Supreme Student Government Vice President, he has represented the school in national and international engagements. His proposed Project HANDUM seeks to help children discover and pursue their dreams through mentorship, career exposure, and meaningful support.
Representing the Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering, Mdpn. Militar is Rank 1 among the current third-year BSMarE students, Editor-in-Chief of The Carrier, a Unit Model Cadet, and a company-sponsored scholar. His journeyโfrom selling biko during his senior high school years to help sustain his education to becoming a national finalistโspeaks of perseverance and determination. Through Project DAKOP, he hopes to use maritime knowledge and practical technology to support local fisherfolk communities.
Having both JBLCF-Bacolod nominees advance to the national Top 20 adds another proud chapter to the institutionโs continuing TOMSP journey. More than producing students who excel in the classroom, JBLCF-Bacolod remains committed to developing future maritime professionals with competence, character, leadership, and a genuine sense of responsibility toward others.
As the Maritime Vanguard, the school takes pride in seeing another generation step onto the national stage, carrying not only their individual achievements but also the values and formation of the institution they represent.
The journey continues, and the entire JBLCF-Bacolod community stands behind them as they move forward to the next stage of TOMSP 2026.
Congratulations, Daryl and Earl! Continue to make waves and make the Maritime Vanguard proud!
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