Twelve Dominican Student-Brothers Graduate from UST Ecclesiastical Faculties

Twelve Dominican student-brothers were among the graduates honored during the 2026 Solemn Investiture of the Ecclesiastical Faculties of the University of Santo Tomas, held on May 30, 2026. The ceremony marked the completion of their respective programs in theology, canon law, philosophy, and classical studies.

Br. Tommy Riezky Tiyanto, OP, and Br. Leonito Mateo, OP, received the Licentiate in Canon Law, while Br. Julian Christopher Morada, OP, and Br. Lukas Sabdaningrat, OP, earned the Licentiate in Theology. Br. Antonius Widhi Pramudianto, OP, completed the Baccalaureate in Theology, while Br. Cornelius Liewangsa Putra, OP, received the Baccalaureate in Philosophy.

Completing the Baccalaureate in Philosophy and Bachelor of Arts in Classical Studies were Br. Geofrey Roderic Evan Kaba, OP; Br. June Eduard Mercede, OP; Br. Febrian Martinus Malage, OP; Br. Hengky Padaunan, OP; Br. Joevandro Alguter Triandi Putra, OP; and Br. Dionisius Christ Widiawan, OP. Their graduation represents years of sustained study and formation in preparation for their continuing ministry within the Order and the wider Church.

The Dominican Province of the Philippines warmly congratulates the graduates and expresses its gratitude to those who accompanied them in this academic journey. May their formation deepen their commitment to the Dominican mission and enable them to place their learning at the service of truth, preaching, and God’s people.