Governor Eugenio Jose V. Lacson attended the graduation rites of four (4) Negrense scholars in Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan, earlier this morning.

The four scholars are Lorraine Tudillo from Binalbagan, Reneleen Apatan from Silay City, Helena Gasataya and Curly Joyce Palacios from Sagay City.

The graduates started their journey in Japan in March 2019 to continue their Senior High School at Miyakonojo Higashi High School.

After graduating Senior High School in 2022, they opted to study Vocational Caregiving Course at Houshin School of Healthcare. When they started their studies, Gov. Lacson provided each of them with financial assistance to cover for their admission, entrance, registration, and visa fees, as well as the initial deposit for their boarding house.

In his speech, Gov. Lacson said that the graduation of the scholars is proof that the Provincial Government of Negros Occidental’s investment in education is indeed a wise decision.

He congratulated the scholar-graduates for their hardwork, dedication and commitment throughout their academic journey far from home.

He thanked the Houei Group and the Shimizu family for the opportunity extended the Negrense youth.

Governor Bong Lacson is in Japan to attend the graduation, visit the Negrense scholars and the Houie healthcare facilities, and discuss the betterment of the scholarship program and opportunities for Negrenses with the Houie Group.

Accompanying him are Atty. Ray Diaz II, Charina Magallanes-Tan, and April Joy Duran. #AbanseNegrense