On January 18, 2025, the Balik Baste 2025: SSC-R Manila Grand Alumni Homecoming attracted at
least 370 enthusiastic alumni. The Alumni Engagement Office of San Sebastian College-Recoletos
Manila organized the event to honor the golden Jubilarians from the class of 1975 and the silver
Jubilarians from the class of 2000.
The event opened with a homecoming mass led by Rev. Fr. Jerry Orbos, SVD, a proud SSC-R alumnus
who fondly reminisced about his campus experiences during his homily. Fr. Jerry also hosted a book
signing session after the eucharistic celebration.
The main program featured musical performances by selected non-teaching staff from the school, a
dinner reception, awards for the silver and gold jubilarians, and a raffle draw. Rev. Fr. Rafael B. Pecson,
OAR, delivered a message summarizing the school’s ongoing developments and future projects.
Juanito “Papa Jepoy” Quiamco III, DJ for Barangay LS, an FM radio station under GMA Network
and a SSC-R alumnus, served as the master of ceremonies. The celebration concluded with a
spectacular fireworks display illuminating the sky.
