Graduates from Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT U) have earned top rankings in the February 2025 Mechanical Engineer Licensure Examination (MELE), with the university also surpassing the national passing rate.
Engr. Ivan Joey Ablanido Gadot placed second nationwide with a score of 92.50%, while Engr. Francis Vonn Gonzaga Jesura secured sixth place with 89.80%. Both are Magna Cum Laude graduates from the Class of 2024.
“We are incredibly proud of their hard work, dedication, and exceptional performance on the licensure exam,” said ISAT U President Dr. Gabriel M. Salistre Jr. “Their success is a testament to their hard work and the quality of education provided by our Mechanical Engineering program.”
In a media interview, Engr. Gadot expressed that his only desire was to pass and that he is not expecting so much considering the level of difficulty of the board exam questions. Engr. Jesura for his part emphasized the value of focus in preparing for the exams. Both topnotchers hailed from the Province of Guimaras.
ISAT U demonstrated strong overall performance with 44 out of 68 first-time examinees passing, resulting in a 64.71% passing rate for first-time takers. The university’s overall passing rate of 61.97% significantly exceeded the national average of 48.91%.
Photos by Francis Vonn Gonzaga Jesura and Ivan Joey A Gadot on Facebook
