2008 Outstanding Silliman Alumni
Congratulations to recipients of the 2008 Outstanding Sillimanian Award !
| 1. | Rev. Francisco J. Beltran | for specialized ministry |
| 2. | Mr. Efren Bede Cordura Sr. | for package engineering |
| 3. | Mrs. Ester Ponce de Leon Timbancaya Elphick | for education |
| 4. | Dr. Marie Marjorie M. Evasco | for creative writing |
| 5. | Atty. Alfredo F. Tadiar | for law |
| 6. | Dr. Romulo G. Villanueva | for community health service |
All Outstanding Sillimanians will be honored in ceremonies that will include a video presentation of each recipient's story with a focus on memorable moments as a student at Silliman and highlights of their professional achievements.
The presentation will showcase pictures from three phases of the awardees' life.
1. From childhood with family
2. From stay in Silliman University
3. From work experience
Each OSA will be asked to give a response after receiving their award.
Traditionally awardees may also give a talk about their field at a forum hosted their college. The Dean or Chair of the awardees' host college or department will organize the talk as part of the Balik-Talent Lecture/Forum.
OSA and SUAF @ SD connections
SUAF@SD member Ligaya Magbanua-Simpkins received the 1996 OSA award.
SUAF@SD member Grace Villanueva-Tan is the sister of 2008 OSA Dr. Romulo Villanueva. Dr. Villanueva led and Grace was a volunteer on the Medical Mission Team that provided medical services to those in need in the Philippines 2007