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Supreme Court Justice Zalameda Honored with UE's Honorary Doctorate
Associate Justice Rodil Vaquilar Zalameda received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the University of the East during a ceremony in Manila. The recognition marks the 36th honorary doctorate bestowed by the institution.
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MANILA — Supreme Court Associate Justice Rodil Vaquilar Zalameda was conferred an honorary Doctor of Laws degree by the University of the East (UE) during a ceremony held Tuesday in Manila.
The distinction represents the university's highest academic honor, with Zalameda becoming the 36th recipient of an honorary doctorate from the institution. The recognition underscores his contributions to the judiciary and legal profession in the Philippines.
Zalameda, who maintains strong ties to UE, has previously been recognized as one of the university's outstanding alumni on two separate occasions. His career trajectory from alumnus to the nation's highest court exemplifies the caliber of professionals the institution has produced.
The honorary degree ceremony reflected UE's tradition of acknowledging individuals whose professional achievements and service to society have made significant impact on the nation.