A Night of Celebration, Gratitude, and Homecoming — led by the Millennium Batch

The 2025 Ateneo de Naga University Grand Alumni Homecoming, held on December 30, 2025 at the Ateneo Covered Courts, was a joyful reunion that brought together generations of Ateneans in one unforgettable evening. Proudly hosted by Batch 2000, the Silver Jubilarians, the night was a beautiful blend of memories, recognition, music, and fun.

Guiding the program with warmth and energy were the event hosts, Richard Nabua and Macy Zapata, who set the tone for an evening that felt both meaningful and lighthearted—formal when it mattered, and festive when it called for celebration.

As the program unfolded, one of the evening’s highlights was the launch of the first Alumni Awards, honoring batches whose lives and contributions continue to reflect Ateneo’s core values. The Golden Knight Award was awarded to Batch 1985, Batch 1990, and Batch 1999, recognizing their outstanding achievements and sustained service to the community. Meanwhile, Batch 1975, the Golden Batch, was fittingly honored with the Pillars Award, a tribute to their enduring support and leadership through the years.

Adding to the excitement were the much-anticipated raffle draws, which kept the energy high throughout the night. Lucky alumni went home with prizes that included microwaves, JBL speakers, Apple iPads, and Samsung Galaxy tablets, bringing cheers, laughter, and friendly anticipation at every draw.

The celebration was further elevated by live music from alumni bands FOT, FUME, and Alter Ego, whose performances turned the covered courts into a shared space of nostalgia and joy. Their music reminded everyone that while years may pass, the Atenean spirit—and the songs that bring us together—never fade.

As the evening drew to a close, the symbolic torch turnover to Batch 2001 marked the passing of responsibility to the next host, reinforcing the shared mission of keeping alumni engagement alive and strong.

More than just a gathering, the 2025 Grand Alumni Homecoming was a reunion of hearts. Through the leadership, dedication, and generosity of Batch 2000, the night became a celebration of legacy, community, and the enduring bond that makes Ateneo de Naga University a home—wherever life may take its alumni- High shall our purpose be.