She was my classmate at Philippine Normal University during our first year and eventually became one of my close college friends. Our classmates came from different parts of the Philippines, and everyone had their own strengths and talents. Gayle was one of the academic achievers in our class, and even when we started taking our major subjects, she continued to excel especially in Biology. Aside from being academically excellent, Gayle is also a good friend. We share many memorable stories from our college days. She shows that she cares by simply checking in and asking how you are doing. We also talk about our love for our nieces and nephews, and we always enjoyed spending time at their home in Pampanga back then. She is knowledgeable and confident in the subjects she teaches. Her passion for Biology allows her to teach effectively and inspire her students to appreciate and love the subject as well. She supported us by being a strong leader during our college years. She knew how to guide our classmates and help us achieve better outcomes, especially during group activities.