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Awra Briguela received a special citation from her alma mater, the University of the East (UE), during the Dangal ng Silangan 2026 event.

The UE College of Arts and Sciences organized the event to recognize individuals for their impactful contributions to their fields.

Visibly moved, Awra accepted the honor on stage, where she was seen shaking hands with university officials.

On her Instagram post, the former child star radiated confidence in a tailored blazer, showcasing her signature long red hair as she proudly posed with her plaque.

Awra also shared how the recognition serves as a testament to her success in balancing work and studies. She described it as a “quiet” win, reflecting her consistency even when no one was watching.

“More than an award, it's a quiet win for choosing consistency, even on days no one sees,” Awra wrote in the caption.

Reflecting on her achievement, she shared her heartfelt appreciation for the milestone.

“Honored and grateful for this recognition,” she expressed.

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Awra also shared a message to herself on her Instagram story following the recognition, where she commended her own dedication, consistency, and discipline in balancing her profession as an artist with her studies.

“Despite the noise, I stayed committed to what truly matters: consistency, discipline, and balancing both my school and work,” the caption read.

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Following her high school graduation from the University of the East in June 2025, Awra shared a touching moment of academic success, expressing deep gratitude as she presented her grades to Vice Ganda with the heartfelt declaration, “This is all for you.”

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