July 2017

JULY 2017 VOLUME 9, ISSUE 7

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The PRESIDENT’S OUTBOX

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ime flies too fast. We are more than halfway through the year. From the start, we have set our goals and directions anchored on our vision. The targets we have set are remarkably ambitious yet attainable. I know each of you is crafting your strategies to help us achieve the targets we have set for this academic year. I am deeply grateful and appreciative of all your tireless efforts and heartfelt services that most often go beyond the call of your immediate duty.

We may not have gotten yet everything we wanted and envisioned as of the moment.

But our journey towards strengthening our status as a world-class university is far from finished. We are just at the beginning. It is quite a long and oftentimes tedious journey towards the attainment of our dreams.

But I encourage everyone to stay on course. Little by little, inch by inch, with hands clasped in prayer and arms linked together ready for determined service and sustained passion, we will overcome every obstacle that may come our way. Let us equip each other with the rays of positivity. Let us choose to see our situation as a glass halffilled; never half-empty. Be positive and keep a healthy dose of humor always ready for moments when you find yourself at wit’s end and your patience is tested.

Harry S. Truman once explained the difference between a pessimist and an optimist. He said “a pessimist is one who makes difficulties of his opportunities and an optimist is one who makes opportunities of his difficulties” My dear Bicol University family, let us keep on making opportunities out of whatever difficulties we may encounter as we continue our quest for a world-class university status.

Thank you for continuously keeping the faith that the best is yet to come!

BU PRES. MEETS LEGAZPI CITY BISHOP Pres. Mascariñas with Most Reverend Bishop Joel Baylon (center) during the Memorandum of Agreement(MOA) signing on July 12, 2017. Witnessing the MOA signing were Rev. Fr./Atty. Neil Aranas (second from left), and Ar. Reynaldo Nacional, BUIA Dean.

Conservation of Spanish Era Churches in Legazpi cited in cultural heritage forum

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nchored on the theme, “Appreciating the Rich Cultural Heritage of the Churches and Sites of the Diocese of Legazpi,” the Diocese of Legazpi held a Symposium on Cultural Heritage on July 11-12 2017 at the Legazpi City Convention Center.

Several topics were highlighted during the MOA Signing event such as: History and Origin of the Diocese On July 12, Bicol University represented by of Legazpi and Updates presented by Dr. Danilo President Arnulfo Mascariñas and the Diocese of Gerona; Present Status of Churches by Ar. Ana Legazpi represented by Most Reverend Bishop Joel Lorilla; The Church and its significance to Cultural Baylon signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) Heritage lectured by Fr. Harold Rentoria, OSA; on BU’s Extension program entitled, “Proposed Modern Technology to Heritage Conservation by Conservation of Spanish Colonial Era Churches in Conrad Alampay; The Philippine Liturgical Guidelines the Diocese of Legazpi.” on Church Architecture by Fr. Genaro Diwa; and Under the MOA, the BU through the Institute Masonry in Churches in the Philippines: Features, of Architecture and College of Engineering shall Construction, and Vulnerability in Natural Forces and provide technical assistance in the project; conduct Past Intervention by Engr. Emilio Morales. the necessary training to identified beneficiaries Topics like Canon and Government Laws from the locality; provide resource persons to the and Cultural Heritage by Fr. Milan Ted Torralba; identified training; prepare the training modules and Mga Akala sa Cultural Heritage at iba pa by Prof. materials; and recognize the project as part of the Eric Zerrudo; and “Cagsawa and Budiao: What’s official workload of the faculty/staff involved.

Underneath the Ruins?” by Prof. Angel and Eva Likewise, BU though its College of Social Recto were also presented.

Sciences and Philosophy, shall provide expert services of the faculty in areas like lectures on historical background of the old churches in Legazpi City and production of Information, Education and Communication materials.

Venus Raj visits BU anew; introduces ‘faith-based’ org

icol University alumna and Miss B Universe 2010 fourth runner up, Maria Venus Raj visited her alma mater, the

College of Arts and Letters, to introduce a “faith-based” community organization on July 17, 2017.

Raj visited BU with the group called “Elevate”, a faith-based ministry which aims to inspire and motivate the youth to become pro-active and responsible members of the society.

The group presented their advocacy to BU President Arnulfo Mascariñas, Dr. Benjamin Nebres III, OSAS Dean, and to the officers of BU University Student Council.

Raj was also awarded as one of the Outstanding BU Alumni on the same day.

Recently, Raj completed her master’s degree in Community Development from the

Pres. Mascariñas meets with Miss Universe Runner-Up, Maria Venus Raj, during her visit to BU College of Arts and Letters on July 17, 2017.

University of the Philippines. She finished Cum laude in BUCAL’s Journalism program in 2009.

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International fraud detection cited in College of Science’ event

CAL faculty members assist AACCUP accreditors during their survey visit on July 3-8, 2017.

13 BU programs undergo AACCUP accreditation

hirteen undergraduate programs from five Bicol University units underwent the T(AACCUP) Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines accreditation survey visit on July 3-8, 2017.

The following courses underwent the 3rd survey are: College of Arts and Letters – AB Audio Visual Communication, AB Journalism, and AB Speech and Theater Arts; College of Industrial Technology – BS in Food Technology and; Institute of Physical Education, Sports, and Recreation - Bachelor of Physical Education.

Likewise, five programs from Polangui Campus were accredited by AACCUP. For 2nd survey – Bachelor of Elementary Education and BS in Information

Technology while for Preliminary survey – BS in Information System, BS in Computer Engineering, and BS in Electronics and Communications Engineering.

Meanwhile, the College of Business Economics and Management’s BS Management and AB Economics underwent the 3rd Survey visit (Revisit areas I, II, III, V, VI, VII and IX) while its BS in Administration program has undergone the 1st survey.

New BU midwives take oath

he new midwives from the TNursing, Bicol University (BU) College of Polangui Campus, Tabaco

Campus took their pledge during the 19th Oath Taking and Capping, Pinning and Candle Lighting Pres. Mascariñas leads the capping, pinning and candle Ceremonies. lighting ceremonies of new midwives from BU on July 10

The new midwives from CN took and 11. their oath on July 11, 2017 at the Casablanca “Enhancing Quality of Care for all Clientele Convention Hall. Dr. Alejandro San Pedro, through Scientific and Evidence-Based Chair of the Board of Midwifery, administered Practice.” the Oath and gave a special message. BU Edgar Philip Patriarca, Darlene Grace President Arnulfo Mascariñas delivered an Ranera, Kate Cabataña 4th, 5th and 9th place inspirational message during the Capping, in the recent Midwife Licensure Examination Pinning, and Candle Lighting Ceremony. were awarded with the Philippine Regulation Meanwhile, an oath taking for the new Commission medals and certificates of midwives from PC and TC was also held on commendation. Patriarca and Ranera July 10 at the Dean Geronimo Lavilla Hall, delivered their word of thanks.

BU Tabaco Campus. Anchored on the theme,

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Atty. Daisy P. Bragais, Director III of Civil Service Commission Region 5 lectures during the International Fraud Detection through Audit and Data Analytics Seminar Series last July 25-27, 2017.

he Bicol University College of Science – Ta three-day Mathematics Department spearheaded seminar dubbed “International Fraud Detection through Audit and Data Analytics” Seminar Series Two on July 2527, 2017 at the CS Function Hall.

The event convened senior accounting, business/finance, computing science students, teachers and professors, accounting/ audit professional practitioners, principals, administrative officers/staff, heads of offices, and financial management staff.

The seminar series highlighted best practices in securing data, databases, digital communications, management operations, and institutional resources including those of government and private sector.

Meanwhile, it also aimed to build internationally acceptable standards of professional practice in the use of quantitative analytics for enhancing personnel and institutional efficiency and productivity.

USC’s ‘Kaleidafest’ Grand Welcome Party unites BUeños

s a way of welcoming the Academic A Year 2017-2018 the BUeños of the satellite campuses, the Bicol University Student Council along with the College Student Councils conducted an event dubbed “Kaleidafest Grand Welcome Party” for the BU students on July 28, 2017 at the University Commencement Ground The event intented to showcase the skills and talents of Bicol University students, from the musically-inclined to the artistic side of the students. It also aimed to promote and orient the various cultures experienced in their respective colleges and organizations.

The event also paved way for the students in choosing and becoming a part of their ideal student organization. (see related photo on page 3)

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BU Jesse Robredo Institute conducts Strategic Planning Workshop

Bicol University Jesse M. TandheRobredo Institute of Governance Development (BUJMRIGD) conducted a Strategic Planning cum Workshop and Presentation on July 13-14, 2017 at Dorotea Resorts and Spa, Bacacay, Albay.

The two-day workshop aimed to galvanize the Institute into a pro-active and action-oriented unit that will set the moral tone, to bring out the critical and creative spirit, and demonstrate commitment of all persons involved towards the Institute’s sustainable growth for valuable contributions to the attainment of the mandate and aspirations of BU. The activity provided avenue for the participants to forge a common platform of interests and pursuits that will help ensure a world-class quality of service delivery and establish linkages and networks with stakeholders and potential partners.

The planning session provided opportunity to thresh out management processes as well as the optimal possibilities in the attainment of goals and objectives and the execution of strategies within the ambit of Work and Financial Plan for the full, efficient, effective, and economical operation of the institute.

Headed by BU President Arnulfo Mascariñas, the workshop was attended by the different administrators, faculty members, and Heads of Office and Support Staff of the institution.

The BUJMRGD will serve as an enabling environment for graduate and post graduate education; researches of high degree for publication, citation, and utilization; training and consulting for local and national development; and convergence for knowledge dissemination, technology transfer and adoption along the fields of governance.

The Institute takes challenge to position itself to strategic advantage with distinctive excellence along its four program components namely Graduate Academic Program, Research and Community Mobilization Program, Training and Consultancy Program, and Knowledge and Technology Convergence Program all geared towards raising the bar or public service and social welfare and community development literacy of leaders and citizenry.

VPRDE staff intently listens to the lecture on organizational development held at Patio de San Jose, Malilipot, Albay on July 11-13, 2017.

Seminar Workshop on Organization Dev’t beefs up RD & E of the university

Bicol University Research, Development, and Extension (BU RD&E) T2017heconducted a Seminar Workshop on Organization Development on July 11-13, at Patio de San Jose, Malilipot, Albay.

With the theme “Managing Structure, Relations and People”, the event aimed to establish communality among heads of RDE units regarding the RDE purpose and mandate, their role in the university, delineation of scope and develop teamwork and supportive relationship.

Specifically, it sought to know and internalize the expectations, purpose, and mandate of RDE; cite and articulate the role of RDE in relation to the other functional concerns of the university; explain each unit’s job description; and develop a mutually supportive working

relationship and teamwork.

The event presented sessions on: Nature and Functions of Institutions of Higher Education; The RDE Function of BU; Case – Extension for Impact: “Bloom to Boom”; Organizational Structure; Simulation Game; Motivation; Conflict and its Management; Interpersonal Relations: Emotional Intelligence; Research Agenda Setting; Workshop: BU’s Suggested Research Areas; Reporting of Output (BU’s Research Agenda); Linkage Development; and Resource Generation.

KALEIDAFEST Students gather at the BU commencement grounds to attend the “Kaleidafest” Grand Welcome Party organized by the University Student Council on July 28, 2017. University Based Organizations set up various booths to promote their organizations.(Story on Page 2)

CONGRATULATIONS!

BUCEILS-High School Faculty

EDISON A. PEREZ Natatanging Guro sa Physics:

ALJHON VINCENT B. PEÑANO Natatanging Exemplar sa Mathematics: awarded during the

CHED STEM Education Training Program

nge Agents for Social Transformation and Development.

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EXECUTIVE UPDATES (Editor’s Note: This column is reserved for information dissemination on policies, directions, targets and other relevant data for general awareness of the BU community following the principle of transparency and accountability in good governance.)

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Research Ethics stressed on BUGS’ confab; international speaker graces event

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o gain knowledge on the ethical issues and challenges in conducting research and extension activities, the Bicol University Graduate School organized a lecture on Research Ethics on July 8, 2017 at BU Dr. Darryl RJ Macer, (center) President of American University of Sovereign College of Arts and Letters Nations (AUSN) Arizona, USA, lectures on Ethics in Research and Extension on July 8, 2017 at the BU Amphitheater.

Amphitheatre.

Dr. Darryl RJ Macer, President a Research Ethics Committee and possible through BUGS’ partnership of American University of Sovereign how it should work as a Committee with Office of the Vice President Nations (AUSN) Arizona, USA and acquire knowledge in applying for Academic Affairs, Office of shared his insights on the topics the right ethical standards in the Vice President for Research “Ethics in Research and Extension”, research and extension.

Development and Extension, “Organizing and Educating Ethics Nearly 400 BU Graduate International Relations Office, BU Committee” and “Case Studies School students who are currently Extension Management Division, and Exercises Applying Ethics in undergoing the Dissertation and, and BU Research and Development Research.”

Thesis Writing, including Research Management Division and Joint The event also intended to Methods attended the event.

American University of Sovereign know the importance of establishing The conference was made Nations.

Farmers Summit presents Bicol Water Project results

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o present the accomplishments of the the Bicol Water Project (BWAP) and turnover of the Climate Field School modules resulting from the project, a Farmer’s Summit was held on July 14, 2017 at the Macagang Business Center, Nabua, Camarines Sur. The summit was spearheaded by the University of the Philippines Los Baños Foundation, Inc. (UPLBFI) in partnership with the Department of Agriculture Region 5, local government units (LUGs), and state universities and colleges (SUCs).

The event served as a venue for the project partners and beneficiaries from Bicol’s agriculture sector to share climate change adaptation experiences related to BAWP. BAWP’s goal is to attain water security by effectively and sustainably minimizing agricultural damages in selected Bicol River basin areas frequented by climate-related hazards. It was launched in September 2012, and now on its fifth and final year of implementation.

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