August 3, 2026 — Navy Ensign Jeric C. Imperial, accompanied by his mother, Adelina Imperial, paid a courtesy visit to Itogon Mayor Bernard S. Waclin after graduating Rank 8 in the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) Class of 2026.
A resident of Sagada Hill, Tuding, Imperial finished eighth in his graduating class during the commencement exercises held on July 17 at the PMMA campus in San Narciso, Zambales.
Mayor Waclin commended Imperial for bringing pride and honor to the municipality through his academic excellence. He said Imperial’s achievement serves as an inspiration to the youth of Itogon to pursue their aspirations through hard work and perseverance.
