UST Alpha Kappa Rho

Warmest birthday greetings to 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐝. Mariano “Jun” Samodal, 𝐀𝐊𝐏-𝐔𝐒𝐓 ’𝟕𝟒, Vice Chairman of the UST Skeptron Alumni Association.

May your special day be filled with good health, happiness, and continued blessings. May you continue to inspire and uphold the values of brotherhood, wisdom, solidarity, and leadership.

Happy Birthday, Brod. Jun!

From your brods at the 𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐀𝐥𝐩𝐡𝐚 𝐊𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐚 𝐑𝐡𝐨

𝟓𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲

Our sincere gratitude to the National Capital Region Council and the National Council – Luzon Jurisdiction for this meaningful recognition.

The 𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐀𝐥𝐩𝐡𝐚 𝐊𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐚 𝐑𝐡𝐨 proudly accepts this honor with humility and gratitude as we commemorate the 53rd Founding Anniversary of Alpha Kappa Rho. As the Mother Chapter, we take pride in carrying the heritage and tradition entrusted to us by those who came before. We honor the past, celebrate the present, and remain committed to strengthening the brotherhood for the generations to come.

Proud to be the Mother Chapter. Proud to be Thomasian Skeptrons.

𝐆𝐎 𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐁𝐀𝐑, 𝐁𝐑𝐎𝐃𝐒!

To all our members taking the Philippine Bar Examination 2026, The 𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐀𝐥𝐩𝐡𝐚 𝐊𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐚 𝐑𝐡𝐨 stand with you as you take on this significant milestone.

Your hard work, sacrifices, discipline, and perseverance have brought you this far. Trust your preparation, stay focused, and face the examination with confidence.

May wisdom guide you, strength sustain you, and success be yours.

Good luck, Brods. We are proud of you.
Long live!

The 𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐀𝐥𝐩𝐡𝐚 𝐊𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐚 𝐑𝐡𝐨 formally recognizes 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐝. John “Janno” Calinawan, 𝐀𝐊𝐏-𝐔𝐒𝐓 ’𝟖𝟒, through the issuance of his Certificate of Legitimacy, upon the request of the Skeptron International Troops Alliance.

𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊. 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐈𝐍.

To all our members taking the Philippine Nursing Licensure Examination on August 29–30, 2026, this is your final week.

Trust your preparation, stay focused, and give it your all. May you be guided with wisdom, strength, and confidence as you take this important step toward becoming registered nurses.

Good luck to all! We are proud of you!
Long live!

𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄, 𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐈𝐀𝐍𝐒!

The 𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐀𝐥𝐩𝐡𝐚 𝐊𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐚 𝐑𝐡𝐨 extends its warmest greetings to all Freshmen Thomasians as we begin another academic school year. We invite you to discover a brotherhood built on WISDOM, SOLIDARITY, and LEADERSHIP. Fostering character, personal growth, service, meaningful connections, and a lasting sense of Fraternity.

𝐏𝐀𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐊𝐀, 𝐁𝐑𝐎𝐃!

The Chapter also welcomes community-based members who are currently enrolled at the University of Santo Tomas. We encourage interested community-based members to connect with and report to the Resident Brods of the Chapter for further information regarding recruitment and membership.

Our recruitment is open to students from different colleges and extends to the Graduate School, as well as community-based members currently enrolled at UST.

Take the first step. Be part of the brotherhood.

For inquiries:
Facebook: UST Alpha Kappa Rho
Email: [email protected]

𝟓𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲

Commemorating 53 years of Thomasian Skeptron tradition, brotherhood, and service, and the continued presence of the Mother Chapter at the University of Santo Tomas.

The Metro Manila Inter-Collegiate Council and National Inter-Collegiate Council extend their warmest greetings.

Long live!

The 𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐀𝐥𝐩𝐡𝐚 𝐊𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐚 𝐑𝐡𝐨 proudly congratulates our Resident Brods of the Graduating Class of 2026.

Your achievement reflects years of perseverance, discipline, and dedication as Thomasians and as members of the Mother Chapter. As you move forward to new paths and greater responsibilities, may you continue to uphold the legacy, honor, and values of Alpha Kappa Rho with pride and integrity.

𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐝. 𝐆𝐒 Mark "Monch" Colmenar, 𝐀𝐊𝐏-𝐔𝐒𝐓 '𝟏𝟔
Juris Doctor
UST Grand Skeptron '19

𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐝. 𝐆𝐒 Sean "S" Labordo, 𝐀𝐊𝐏-𝐔𝐒𝐓 '𝟏𝟕
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
UST Vice Grand Skeptron '19
UST Grand Skeptron '21
MMIC Chairman '24

𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐝. 𝐆𝐒 Sean "Montgo" Dungca, 𝐀𝐊𝐏-𝐔𝐒𝐓 '𝟏𝟗
Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management
UST Vice Grand Skeptron '24
UST Grand Skeptron '25

𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐝. Ji "Renato" Yap, 𝐀𝐊𝐏-𝐔𝐒𝐓 '𝟏𝟗
Bachelor of Science in Aircraft Maintenance Technology

The Fraternity proudly celebrates this milestone with all of you and extends its best wishes for your future endeavors. May success, purpose, and excellence guide you in the next chapter of your journey.

Congratulations, Brods!
Long live!

The 𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐀𝐥𝐩𝐡𝐚 𝐊𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐚 𝐑𝐡𝐨 proudly congratulates 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐝. Dr. Modesto “Audi” Buendia, DPA, 𝐀𝐊𝐏-𝐔𝐒𝐓 '𝟖𝟒 for being recognized as an Outstanding Public Servant during the 9th MCLE Grand National Convention of the Public Attorney’s Office at the World Trade Center, Pasay City.

𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐝. Audi is the current National Commander of the Reforestation & Biodiversity Climate Change Commission – Climate Change Task Force (CCTF), an initiative that works alongside the PAO in advancing environmental responsibility, community awareness, and sustainable programs that benefit the public, especially marginalized sectors. In the photo, he is with 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐲. Persida V. Rueda-Acosta, Chief of the Public Attorney's Office.

His achievement brings pride and honor to UST Skeptrons.

Congratulations, 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐝. Audi!
Long live!