AKLAN – A Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering student from Aklan State University (ASU) Kalibo campus topped the 29th Philippine Statistics Quiz Provincial Level conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) at Meding’s Pavilion and Garden in Kalibo, on October 24.
Justin Lei D. Dioso bested 26 other contestants coming from different colleges and universities in the province.
Placing second was Floriebhe Pearl R. Venturanza, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing student from ASU Banga and third placer was Gabriel Zachary C. Cuales, a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy student from St. Gabriel College.
Winners received medals, certificates of recognition, cash prizes, and tokens. They will represent Aklan in the regional elimination on November 6 in Iloilo City.
The Philippine Statistics Quiz (PSQ) was held annually as part of the celebration of the National Statistics Month which aims to promote statistical literacy among the youth, and emphasize the importance of statistics in evidence-based decision making, policy formulation and development planning toward achieving the country’s Sustainable Development Goals.
Through this, PSA Aklan continues to inspire the next generations of statisticians, innovators, and nation-builders – proving that the provinces’ young minds are not only ready to compete but also lead in shaping data-driven and progressive Philippines.
Other participating schools for this year’s PSQ were Aklan Catholic College, Libacao College of Science and Technology, Northwestern Visayan Colleges, STI Kalibo, and ASU Ibajay and New
Washington campuses./PN
