The University of San Agustin Faculty and Personnel Association (USAFAPA), led by the deeply dedicated Ms. Mona Pico, has once again opened its heart to the Augustinian community through its generous Silver Sponsorship of Mabining Mandirigma — a celebration of culture, heritage, and the soul-stirring power of the arts. But to call this a sponsorship alone would be to tell only half the story. USAFAPA’s involvement runs far deeper than a credit mention. The organization’s members bring their expertise, their time, and their tireless energy to the committee work that makes a cultural event of this magnitude not just possible, but truly exceptional. Ms. Pico herself sits at the heart of the working committee, a living testament to an association that does not merely offer resources from a distance but steps fully into the work — sleeves rolled up, spirit fully present, doing whatever it takes to bring this vision to life.
What moves us most about USAFAPA is not the silver in their sponsorship — it is the gold in their spirit. These are our faculty and personnel: the same men and women who dedicate their professional lives to educating, guiding, and supporting our students every single day. And yet, beyond their classrooms and offices, they choose to give even more — lending their specialized knowledge, their organizational expertise, and their boundless generosity of spirit to ensure that Mabining Mandirigma stands as a proud testament to what this community can achieve together. USAFAPA’S investment in the arts and in cultural advocacy speaks to a profound understanding that education does not end at the curriculum — it lives and breathes in every song, every performance, and every story that reminds us who we are. The University of San Agustin is profoundly honored and endlessly grateful. To every member of USAFAPA — your service is seen, your sacrifice is valued, and your love for this community is felt in every corner of this celebration.
