Umalla, 21, is the fifth woman to graduate as class valedictorian since women were accepted into the academy in 1993. Math majorAfter some prodding from her mother, Umalla entered PMA, setting aside an education degree (major in mathematics) in Batangas province. Marapao, 22, who will receive the Navy professional courses plaque, will be the second PMA topnotcher in her family. Other top graduates are Cadets First Class Jonathan Eslao Mendoza of Sangley Point, Cavite province (No. Mendoza will receive the Vice Presidential Saber, Philippine Air Force Saber, Aguinaldo Saber, and the Australian Defense Best Overall Performance award.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer May 21, 2019 23:26 UTC