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Dr. Adelaida Mayo Receives Prestigious PATHESCU Home Economics Lifetime Achievement AwardJune 16, 2024

Associate Professor and former Dean of the UP College of Home Economics (CHE), Dr. Adelaida Mayo, was honored with the first-ever Home Economics Lifetime Achievement Award by the Philippine Association for Technology in Home Economics of State Colleges and Universities (PATHESCU). The award was presented during PATHESCU's 26th Annual Conference and Training on July 12, 2024, at the Cagayan State University in Tuguegarao City. This recognition celebrates Dr. Mayo’s remarkable dedication, initiatives, and contributions to the field of Home Economics.

Awarding of the Plaque of Recognition to Dr. Mayo at the College of Home Economics on July 16, 2024. From left to right, Asst. Prof. Joseph Taluban, Jr., Asst. Prof. Lizza Juarez, Asst. Prof. Kristyn Caragay, Asst. Prof. Ma. Teresa Quevedo, Dr. Adelaida Mayo, Dr. Patricia Azanza, Asst. Prof. Maria Monica Rayala, Dr. Maria Fema Aquino, and Ms. Divine Buyawe

Dr. Mayo’s illustrious career at UPD-CHE began 39 years ago, influenced by her late father, Atty. Alberto O. Villaraza, who advised her to pursue teaching over a managerial position in a high-end commercial establishment. Throughout her tenure, Dr. Mayo has embraced and promoted Home Economics, particularly in her chosen field of Interior Design.

Receiving the award on Dr. Mayo’s behalf (from left to right), Asst. Prof. Justine Amonoy-Trinidad, Dr. Maria Fema Aquino, Asst. Prof. Lester John C. Lim, Dr. Cielo Trio-Chua, Dr. Joanne Reandelar-Bantang

The award was received on Dr. Mayo’s behalf by CHE Dean, Dr. Shirley Guevarra. Such recognitions serve as inspiring testaments to UPD-CHE’s and its faculty’s continuous service in promoting the values and advancements of Home Economics, reflecting the spirit of dedication and excellence upheld by the institution.