• 18 Aug 2026 10:33 PM | USTNAI Administrator (Administrator)

    UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS NURSES ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL

    A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization

    Balik Biyaya Balik Bayan
    — TO SERVE YOUR HOMETOWN —

    September 2026

    Dear Friend and Supporter,

    The University of Santo Tomas Nurses Association International (USTNAI) cordially invites you to support our inaugural Balik Biyaya BalikBayan (BBBB) Fundraising Event on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Galloping Hill Golf Course, Union, New Jersey.

    Balik Biyaya BalikBayan (BBBB) is a humanitarian initiative of USTNAI dedicated to giving back to our hometowns and underserved communities through medical missions, health education, charitable outreach, and community development projects.

    This year, we will TO SERVE OUR HOMETOWN: POTOTAN, ILOILOthe hometown of our beloved member, Madelyn Yu.

    Proceeds from this fundraising event will support future BalikBiyaya missions, including our planned medical and humanitarian mission in Pototan, Iloilo, benefiting our kababayans through healthcare services, health education, and essential community support.

    In connection with this event, we are preparing a SOUVENIR JOURNAL that will feature messages, tributes, well-wishes, and advertisements from our friends, supporters, and community partners. This journal will be distributed to all attendees and will serve as a lasting keepsake of our shared commitment to service and charity.

    We humbly seek your support by placing an advertisement or greeting in our Souvenir Journal. Your message will not only reach a wide audience of healthcare professionals and community leaders, but more importantly, will help us bring hope, healing, and service to the people of Pototan, Iloilo.

    We would deeply appreciate your favorable consideration of this request. Your generosity will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we are called to serve.

    Please submit your journal ad and payment on or before SEPTEMBER 1, 2026.

    On behalf of the officers and members of USTNAI, thank you for your kind support and for being part of our mission to serve your hometown.

    Together, let us bring hope, healing, and service to Pototan, Iloilo and beyond.

    Sincerely,

    Maria Sallie Poepsel, MSN, PhD, CRNA, APRN, FAANA
    13th USTNAI President, 2024–2026

    Event Details

    Date Saturday, September 12, 2026
    Time 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Location Galloping Hill Golf Course
    3 Golf Drive
    Union, New Jersey 07083

    Souvenir Journal Contacts

    Madeline Yu
    Past President PNANJ / Past President PNAA
    +1 (908) 446-9571
    ✉️ pnaapres1820@gmail.com
    Senen Cabalfin
    732 599 9794
    ✉️ Senenc@mobilitymemorycare.com
    TO SERVE YOUR HOMETOWN.
    TOUCHING LIVES.
    BUILDING HEALTHIER COMMUNITIES.
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  • 14 Jun 2026 2:34 AM | Anonymous
    Jubilarian Recognition Poster

    Jubilarian Recognition

    Join us in honoring our distinguished Jubilarians during the USTNAI 30th Annual Convention and Leadership Summit. This special recognition celebrates the achievements, service, and lasting contributions of Thomasian nurses who have made a meaningful impact on the nursing profession and the global Thomasian community.

    Family members, friends, colleagues, and supporters are invited to participate in this memorable tribute. Learn more about the recognition program, sponsorship opportunities, and registration requirements through the resources below.

    View Recognition Letter Mail-In Registration Form

    Schedule of Events and Activity Details

    Event Date & Time Venue / Details
    Executive Board Meeting September 23, 2026
    5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
    Jackson Square
    For Executive Board Members, Committee Chairs, and Advisory Council Members.
    Welcome and Networking Night September 24, 2026
    Registration: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    Mardi Gras A
    Theme: “Balik Sulyap Kada Dekada” – Wear your Batch Color.
    Education Forum September 25, 2026
    9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Registration: 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
    Bienville
    Theme: Elevate Your Journey: Lead, Learn, Leverage (L3).
    Pickleball Soft Start Tournament September 25, 2026
    4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Limited slots available.
    Health & Wellness Exercises September 26, 2026
    8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
    La Salle A
    Free and open to all registrants. Wear comfortable sportswear and athletic shoes.
    Town Hall Meeting September 26, 2026
    10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
    Salon K&L
    Free registration. Alumni are invited to reconnect and receive updates from USTNAI and the UST College of Nursing.
    Gala Night September 26, 2026
    6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Registration: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Mardi Gras
    Formal attire, colors inspired by Jewels and Pearls.
    Thanksgiving Mass September 27, 2026
    9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
    Dauphine
    Free and open to all registrants.
  • 13 Sep 2025 11:38 AM | USTNAI Administrator (Administrator)

    NEWLY ELECTED BOARD MEMBERS


    Senen Cabalfin

    Senen Cabalfin (Class 1979)

    Senen graduated as a member of Class 79 under Dean Maceda. She worked as a peri-operative charge nurse in Maimonides Medical Center, Robertwood University Hospital and Jersey City Med Center. She pivoted to healthcare business, and is currently the Owner/ Founder of Multi-Mobility Family of Companies: Mobility Home Care, Mobility and Motion, Mobility Housing, Mobility Construction and Mobility Memory Care.

    Her experience extends far beyond her business success and her community involvement is truly exemplary, as demonstrated by her numerous initiatives and recognitions. In 2024, she received the Humanitarian Award from a non-profit professional organization in New Jersey, recognizing her team's exemplary community services during the unprecedented COVID-19 crisis. As a USTNAI Board Member candidate, she states, “I am proud to say my work not only elevates the nursing standards but also exemplifies the positive impact to the communities and network both locally and globally.”

    Dr. Ma. Theresa Macalalad

    Dr. Ma. Theresa Macalalad (Class 1989)

    Dr. Maria Theresa Macalalad is a Professional Development Practitioner at the Veterans Affairs, New Jersey Health Care System. Dr. Macacalad holds a DNP from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, an Ed.D. from Capella University, an MSN from Seton Hall University, an MBA from Centenary College, and a BSN from the University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines.

    Dr. Macalalad is board-certified in Adult Critical Care, Medical-Surgical, and Nursing Professional Development. She has been a podium and poster presenter in various professional nursing conferences. Known for her collaborative spirit, she has contributed to numerous projects that have made a lasting impact in her field of education and leadership. Her work is characterized by her ability to inspire teams, drive transformative changes, and foster an environment where creativity and growth flourish. As a Board Member candidate, she states, “I believe in creating a space where diverse perspectives are valued, and decisions are made with a focus on long-term impact and ethical responsibility.”

    Dr. Rosalie Grantoza

    Dr. Rosalie Grantoza (Class 1989)

    As the Director of Patient Care Services at Hackensack Meridian Health Old Bridge Medical Center, Dr. Rosalie Grantoza provides strategic direction and participates in the planning, and oversees the implementation, and evaluation of clinical operations to ensure optimum patient care delivery. Dr. Grantoza holds a DNP from University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, MSN from Seton Hall University, MBA from Centenary College, and BSN from the University of Santo Tomas, Manila Philippines.

    Dr. Rosalie Grantoza is certified in Adult Critical Care from the American Association of Critical Care Nursing and Medical-Surgical Board Certified from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. She is a distinguished nurse leader as a 2022 graduate of the American Organization of Nurse Leaders Nurse Director Fellowship Program and 2023 graduate of the HMH Nursing Executive CNO Leadership Fellowship Program. Dr. Grantoza has a proven ability to lead people of diverse backgrounds and motivate teams to achieve strategic goals and objectives relative to the provision of care. She recognizes her role as a servant and authentic leader and is deeply committed to the nursing profession.

  • 20 Jul 2025 2:00 PM | Anonymous
    Inocencia Ida Tiongko

    Leadership Through Stewardship

    Please join the USTNAI Catholic Devotion Committee in our first webinar project entitled "Leadership Through Stewardship" presented by Ms. Inocencia "Ida" Tiongko.

    Date & Time:
    August 8, 2025
    8:00 PM EST • 5:00 PM PST • 8:00 AM Philippine Time

    This webinar explores the role of stewardship in nursing leadership, patient safety, ethical practice, and interprofessional collaboration, culminating in a call to action for nurses to become effective stewards and servant leaders in healthcare.

    About the Speaker:
    Inocencia "Ida" Tiongko is a UST College of Nursing Class of 1970 graduate, former Associate Professor of the UST College of Nursing and Graduate School, and a respected educator, nursing leader, and parish servant whose lifelong commitment to education, professional development, and faith continues to inspire the Thomasian nursing community.

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