April 27, 2025 – UC Theatre, University of the Cordilleras, Baguio City

With lights dimmed and hearts racing, the UC Theatre transformed into a grand stage of elegance, talent, and purpose as the University of the Cordilleras College of Nursing held its highly anticipated Mr. and Miss Nursing 2025.

After a series of thrilling rounds showcasing wit, confidence, poise, and a deep commitment to the nursing profession, two deserving candidates emerged victorious. Mr. Ethan Miguel M. Santos and Miss Allyjae Felicity E. Arellano were crowned Mister and Miss Nursing 2025, earning cheers and admiration from the entire audience.

They were closely followed by other outstanding pairs who also demonstrated brilliance and passion throughout the competition:

• 🥈 1st Runners-Up: Mr. Jan Vincent G. Pascua and Miss Aubrey Miles P. Baltao
• 🥉 2nd Runners-Up: Mr. Crisanto B. Manguerra Jr. and Miss Deseree G. Gooch
• 🐾 Jaguar of Care (3rd Runners-Up): Mr. Ivan Lander V. Acuyen and Miss Arabella Jasmine O. Godoy
• 💚 Nursing Warrior of Wellness (4th Runners-Up): Mr. Ethan Maximus R. Garabato and Miss Esther Ruth I. Barino

More than just a pageant, the event served as a platform for nursing students to express their advocacies in health, wellness, and community service — the very heart of the profession they are preparing to embrace. Contestants engaged in question-and-answer segments that touched on timely healthcare issues, while their stage presence and personal advocacies reflected the core values of the College of Nursing.

The Mr. and Miss Nursing 2025 pageant wasn’t merely about crowns and sashes — it was a celebration of future healthcare leaders who carry both competence and compassion. Through their performances and personal journeys, these students inspired their peers and honored the essence of what it means to be a nurse in today’s world.

As the curtains closed, the winners stood not only as pageant champions but as powerful symbols of the UC College of Nursing’s commitment to excellence, advocacy, and service.