FULL SPEECH: Senator Risa Hontiveros at CBSUA-Calabanga's 52nd Commencement Exercises

Former commencement speaker and Senator Risa Hontiveros delivered an inspiring address during the 52nd Commencement Exercises of Central Bicol State University of Agriculture (CBSUA)-Calabanga. In her message to the graduating class, Hontiveros emphasized that meaningful success is not achieved overnight but is cultivated through patience, perseverance, and hard work. Drawing lessons from agriculture, she reminded graduates that growth requires care, commitment, and resilience. She compared the journey of students to nurturing a healthy harvest, highlighting that every challenge, sacrifice, and moment of uncertainty helped shape the success they celebrate today. "As graduates of an Agriculture University, you know nothing valuable grows overnight. Ang malusog na ani ay dinidiligan, binabantayan, at ipinaglalaban." The senator encouraged the graduates to carry forward the values they learned in university and continue planting seeds of positive change in their communities, professions, and the nation. Watch the full commencement speech and be inspired by a message of resilience, growth, and purpose. 📍 For educational, informational, and archival purposes. #RisaHontiveros #CBSUA #Commencement2026 #GraduationSpeech #TheYouthPulse ===================================================== Source: Central Bicol State University of Agriculture This video contains excerpts, footage, or materials originating from Central Bicol State University of Agriculture (CBSUA). The content is shared for news reporting, educational, informational, commentary, and public interest purposes. All rights remain with their respective owners. The Youth Pulse does not claim ownership of any third-party materials featured in this video unless otherwise stated. If you are the copyright owner and have concerns regarding the use of this content, please contact us for prompt review and appropriate action. Copyright © 2026 Central Bicol State University of Agriculture–Calabanga. All Rights Reserved.