2021-2022 CIENCIA Y VIRTUD 2ND ISSUE

CIENCIA Y VIRTUD

OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF CENTRO ESCOLAR UNIVERSITY www.ceu.edu.ph

Second Issue 2021-2022 (December 2022)

CIENCIA Y VIRTUD

Ciencia y Virtud or Science and Virtue is the life-long philosophy of Centro Escolar University.

2021-2022 Second Issue

Ciencia y Virtud is published three-times in a school year by the University Publications of Centro-Escolar University—One issue per semester and a graduation supplement during graduation.

ABOUT THE COVER

FRONT COVER: This is a student output of Fatima De Guzman for the subject Communication and Media Speech Performance. She is a second year Communication Media student.

BACK COVER: A poster invitation for the Alumni Homecoming

EDITORIAL BOARD

Consultant

Dr. Erna V. Yabut Editor-in-Chief Dr. Rosana D. Lucero

Associate Editors Ms. Giana Anella G. Atienza Ms. Gelli G. Esguerra

Lay-out Artist Mr. Allan Gan Bundang

CONTRIBUTORS

Fatima De Guzman, Adrienne Martinez, Dr. Sofia Magdalena N. Robles, Josiel Caseres, Nicolas Calvin Yao, Hannah Elisha D. Lopez, Dr. Ambrosio “Butch” Manuel de la Cruz, Dr. Avelina Raqueño, Dr. Ligaya C. Co-Picazo, Mr. Jose Cris O. Sotto, Ms. Quennie Celocia, Atty. Eduard M. Riparip, Renz Eidan J. Fernandez, Jienizza Louise D. Yatco, Ms. Gelli G. Esguerra

ABOUT CEU

With three campuses and over 50 academic programs, CEU has gone far beyond its founders’ vision, laying claim to the distinction as the higher education institution to have the  institutional awards for quality.

CEU was founded on June 3, 1907 as the “Centro Escolar de Señoritas” by two visionaries, Librada Avelino and Carmen de Luna, who were inspired by the patriotic movement to nationalize schools. They were cognizant of a need for a center of learning for Filipino women focused on teaching ideal womanhood, intelligent citizenry and democratic leadership that would instill in them the tenets of science and virtue. Kindergarten, elementary, general secondary, music and home arts courses were the first programs of instruction included in the curriculum.

The school was granted university status by the Philippine government in 1932 with Doña Librada as President.

VISION AND MISSION

Vision: CEU is the University of first Choice – the leading higher education institution fostering excellence in the advancement of knowledge while engendering personal integrity and social responsibility.

Mission: It is committed to:

• Provide a rich and stimulating learning environment to prepare students to become productive, innovative and value-driven professionals and entrepreneurs committed to nation building in the context of one world;

• Enhance the development of higher education through exemplar academic programs and collaborative practices;

• Contribute to the promotion of human well-being through high-quality research, and community service programs

CORE VALUES

The core values that serve as guiding principles of the University are:

V - aluing others, caring for them and empowering them

A - ccountability, integrity, and trustworthiness

L - ifelong learning as individuals and as an organization

U - nity, teamwork, and loyalty

E - xcellence in all endeavors

S - ocial responsibility as citizens of the Filipino nation and of the world

PINTO

Ang ayoko sa lahat ay ‘yung mapag-iwanan. Sino ba naman ang may gusto no’n ‘di ba? Parang ang hirap nang humabol. Ang bilis kasi tumakbo ng buhay–ng oras kaya kapag napag-iwanan ka lalo na kung tungkol sa mga achievements parang ayaw mo na. Kapareho lang din nito ‘yung pakiramdam na ginagawa mo lahat para makasabay pero wala—mabagal ka pa rin—napag-iiwanan ka pa rin.

Hindi ko s’ya gusto kaya isang araw sinampal ako ng isang sitwasyon kung saan kinailangan ko’ng mamili: ang kusang magpaiwan o patuloy na humabol at isantabi ang kalusugan–basically mabaliw.

During that time, I was a first year college student in the middle of a pandemic where uncertainty is on the left and right. Sangkatutak na breakdown and self-harm ang nangyari bago ko tuluyan na inamin sa sarili ko na hindi ako okay at bago malaman ng mga magulang ko ‘yung sitwasyon.

Sangkatutak na luha na naman ang inilabas ko sa loob ng napakahabang deliberasyon at pagpapaintindihan. Pero sa huli, mas pinili kong mapag-iwanan–tumigil para magpahinga at mag-isip-isip.

This decision wasn’t an easy one. Kailan ba naman naging madali magdesisyon kapag pagtigil sa pag-aaral ang usapan, di ba? Medyo big deal pa naman kapag college.

But I have no regrets and actually, kailan ko lang napagtanto na trinato ko palang parang pinto ang desisyon kong maiwan. Hindi ko niroromantisa ang pagsuko o pagtigil pero ang sinasabi ko lang, when you are left with a choice to be left behind for the sake of wellness then do it then regret nothing. Some of you might ask, bakit parang pinto? Because like a door, that situation that you are in opens up many things:

Unang dahilan, it opens opportunities. Opportunity for you to try once again, to be better in making choices and decisions, opportunity to explore and discover more about yourself and what you can do, and opportunity to make connections and relationships that will definitely help you on your journey.

Pangalawa, magbubukas ito ng panibagong kabanata ng buhay at kalakip nito ay ang malugod na pagtanggap sa mga pagkukulang at kamalian mo. Basically, it will enlighten you with the fact that at that point in your life you were too harsh to yourself–putting too much pressure just to keep up, but look what it did to you–it did you no good.

Lastly, treating being left behind like a door will make you feel that finally, nakalabas ka na. Nakalabas ka na sa masakit at mahirap na sitwasyon. Indikasyon din ang paglabas sa pintong ‘yun na baka hindi talaga para sa iyo ‘yun. Kasama sa paglabas mo ay ang pag-iwan ng mga pagkakamali at hindi magandang desisyon. Sa paglabas mo sa kabanatang ‘yun ng buhay mo ay babangon ka ulit. And this time is your time.

So, when you find yourself in the same situation I suggest to not just treat it like a door but also be like a flower because as Soyen said in her book Mid-September Letters: “If flowers could speak, they would tell us the secret to living a worthwhile life: be BOLD, be SOFT, and be OPEN.”

A letter when you’re exhausted

When you are so tired, exhausted from everything…

What do you wanna do?

If I were in your position I would rest, Just to wake up tomorrow and do it all again.

I was the best version of myself, yet Here I am, aspired to bring the best you.

- NICOLAS CALVIN YAO

Adrienne Martinez

Spiritual Growth

The University Ministry is a faith community of prophetic servant leaders and young witnesses of the gospel values and committed to the task of living out and facilitating integral faith formation on and off campus in the transformation of the society.

The University Ministry continues to serve the CEU community through the different activities that serve as an avenue for spiritual growth. During Pandemic, UM activities such as daily masses, recollections, block rosary every October, Way of the Cross every Holy Week, interfaith program, faith sharing were all migrated through different social media platforms such as

zoom, you tube and stream yard. New social media activities were introduced such as daily reflection, daily bible verse for reflection and Sunday with the Word of God. All these activities enhance the faith of the CEU community. Truly the faith of the CEU community is sealed with prayer and participation in the spiritual activities offered. For the righteous cry, and the LORD hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles (Psalm 34:17). The community clings to God and becomes more resilient because the strength comes from the Lord during those times of darkness.

The community is grateful to God that he sustains our faith and gives us another

opportunity to serve Him. As classes and offices resume, all activities in the chapel are resumed too. With the support of the management, all offices and schools are given a chance to do sponsorship where staff and students participate in the masses not just as an attendee only but as lectors, commentators, altar servers and offerers. Along with the participation in the spiritual activities, values of the community are sharpened and become more visible. People become so generous in sharing their blessings such as giving time, talents and in kind. Little by little the transformation of the heart grows in the community and it is transpired in action.

(Psalm 34:17)

Why were men gifted with a heart?

Perhaps to truly become a human To perfect a flawed design

To let environment play a role in the blame Why men turn out to be like this:

Stuck in a fantasy

Yet at the same time

Seeking enlightenment in reality They cry for an angel And let demons live inside

Rent free with victory. They hide their books under their beds Where their sorrows and hatred Are well-written Piled in a series That in their slumber All the bumps they could feel So that even in their dreams They could carry a heart so heavy.

Why were men gifted with a heart?

Josiel Caseres

Dr. Sofia Magdalena N. Robles

“For the righteous cry, and the LORD hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles.”

“ACADEMIC COMMUNITY MATTERS

Redefined Classroom Culture 2022

by Ambrosio “Butch” Manuel de la Cruz, Ph.D.,

Being a kind and compassionate professor, executive coach, mentor and facilitator is not only the right thing to do and a good thing to be, but it’s pedagogically effective and efficient. A meaningful learning experience affirms who you are; it values what is distinct about your life story and leverages. The best learning happens when you can be fully present.

For that, I start my classes/programs with a solid course design. It is important not only to be clear and transparent in expectations but also to set them in such a way that all students/participants can succeed, wherever they are in their lives. I make sure that no activity or assignment is worth so much or more that it domes a student’s grade if they have an emergency or added responsibilities, or just don’t bring their best selves to the activity or task. I normally put 2-3 possible extra credit assignments directly into the syllabus signally from the start that I won’t police a student’s time and that they can make up points if they miss some deadlines.

In place with the more traditional “office hours” for full time professors. As adjunct professor, I offer “student hours”

online by sending me a link for individual or group consultation or coaching. I also organize students for the duration of a course or program into small groups called “support pods, “and checks in with the pod leader periodically to see if at a given time any students might need more attention or support.

Coming at the course material from the student perspective is also a key for success. “Engage the Students as Customers”

I would humbly like to share with everyone in the community

“How to Build Innovative and Inclusive Classrooms”

1. Make Mindful Syllabus

Not too much or too little structureneither is good for students. Lower the stakes and spread a grade out between assignments. Provide a set number of extra-credit opportunities the get- go, too.

2. Begin with a Welcome Survey

Who are your students? Have they done the kind of work you’re asking them to do? Are they working a fulltime job? What else might be a factor?

3. Create Support Pods

Organize students into small “support

pods” for the duration of a class. Ask them to exchange contact information and appoint a leader. Check in regularly with the pod leader to see if anyone needs added support or attention.

4. Hold “Student Hours or Conferences” either face-to face or online via CEU Leaps goggle meets. Recognize that advocating for yourself is not the norm in some cultures. Require at least one or two visits for conversation, and then make it easy for students to talk to you.

5. Encourage Participation

Not everyone likes to talk out loud. In Online class, the chat function works wonders for those who prefer to write. You can make text-based chat as option for in-person classes, too.

6. Provide group and individual activities, quizzes, or assignments. Interdependence builds community. Short assignments or class activities not only help students keep up with their weekly readings but also make it so students must work together for a part of their own success.

Thank you for reading this humble “Redefinition of Classroom Culture” in my more than 50 years of teaching experience both local and International.

(Dr. dela Cruz is a CEU Graduate School Professorial Lecturer Rank 3 and Collegiate Professor of the University of Maryland and Adjunct Associate Professor, University of Southern California Graduate School and Troy State University Graduate School of Management and President & CEO, AHRMDCO International LLC.)

University Research Forum 2022

by Avelina Raqueño

The University Research Forum was conducted on February 9, 2022 and on July 18, 2022 with the theme, “Fostering Excellence in Research Towards Lifelong Innovations”.  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the yearly activity was not conducted last school year 20202021 and to continue inculcating the research culture among the students, faculty and staff, the two-day University Research Forum was held where entries for February 9 were researches conducted during the school year 2019-2020 and the July 18 forum judged research entries conducted during school years 2020-2021 and 2021-2022.

On July 18, a very inspiring keynote speech was delivered by Dr. Hilton Lam, director of the Institute of Health Policy and Development at the National Institute of Health at UP-Manila. While on February 9, a very informative and well-applauded keynote speech was delivered by Dr. Nikki Heherson Dagamac, the 2022 Outstanding Young Scientist for Biology of the National Academy of Science and Technology, and a faculty member of the Department of Biological Sciences under the College of Sciences of University of Santo Tomas.

Pre-recorded oral presentations of the research papers from the different programs across the three campuses and video presentations of the research posters were presented and judged. The competitions for the Best Research Paper

Presentations and the Best Research Poster Presentations of the undergraduate students were held in the morning while the afternoon sessions were allotted for the faculty and the graduate school research presentations.

The judges during the February 9, 2022 Research Forum were the following:

Paper Presentation: Dr. Raymund Naranjilla, member secretary of the Research Ethics Committee of the University of Santo Tomas Hospital; Dr. Rene Belecina, faculty of Philippine National University; and Dr. Frederick A. Halcon, acting dean of the College of Accountancy and Management of Centro Escolar Las Piñas Poster Presentation: Dr. Al D. Biag, dean of the College of Nursing of Holy Angels University; Mrs. Ma. Grace Rosales, statistician of Manila Central UniversityFilemon D. Tanchoco Medical Foundation Hospital; and Dr. Erwin Faller, faculty member of the Graduate School of Centro Escolar University

The judges during the July 18, 2022 Research Forum were the following: Paper Presentation Science Category: Dr. Agnes Castillo, coordinator for Internationalization, Mobility and Linkages and faculty member of Pharmacy of University of Santo Tomas; Dr. Gio Milania, faculty of University of Santo Tomas; and Dr. Bernard Ofalia, faculty member of Mapua University Paper Presentation Non-Science Category: Dr. Frederick A. Halcon, acting

dean of the College of Accountancy and Management of Centro Escolar Las Piñas; Prof. Paulo Benedicto C. Villar, chief of the Center for Peace, Social Justice and Human Rights Studies of Polytechnic University of the Philippines; and Dr. Daryl Ace V. Cornell, former president of the Philippine Association of Researchers for Tourism and Hospitality (PARTH), faculty member of the Tourism Department as well as the chief of the Center for Research Dissemination and Linkages of PUP-Manila

Poster Presentation Science Category: Christian Jay S. Orte, Ph.D.N, academic and research coordinator of the College of Nursing of Systems Plus College Foundation in

Angeles City, Philippines; Dr. Dennis Caballes and Dr. Erwin Faller, both faculty members of the Graduate School of Centro Escolar University

Poster Presentation Non-Science Category: Dr. Aimee S. Butial, member of the Association of Administrators in the Hospitality, Hotel and Restaurant Management Educational Institutions (AAHHRMEI) and Council of Hotel and Restaurant Educators of the Philippines (COHREP); Dr. Marc Garvida, dean of the College of Education of Rizal Technological University; and Dr. Loreto James Piscos, faculty member of the Department of Social Sciences and Humanities of San Beda University.

The winners are the following:

School of Pharmacy

Presentation

CEU Makati

“Assessment of Eosinophil Count from Complete Blood Count Profile of Covid-19 Patients in a Selected Local Government Hospital”

Researchers: Glydel Kaye H. Acera, Johanna Mae Q. Cervantes, Elijah V. Galande, Sahana S. Ganeshasivananthan, Mikaella M. Llamado, Sabrina R. Rubin, Shiela Carmela A. Tango

School of Optometry

“Desktop Humidifier with Cinnamomum mercadoi S. Vidal Extract: Double Blind, Randomized Clinical Trial of Efficacy on Dry Eyes Among Office Workers”

Researchers: Sumatsen Nelson A. Tungbaban, Lilian Magdalene U. Salas, Kyl Kino I. Dalangin, Patricia Lois A. Punzal, Najma T. Bin Darwish, Angelica A. Estopace, Gent Llewel Daniel A. Ramirez, Kyle Ruth C. Panaligan, Edwin Clifford F. Tito, Brix P. Roño

2nd Runner Up

“Occupational Stress and Professional Fulfillment on the Psychological Well-being of Hospital Pharmacists during COVID-19 Pandemic: A Correlational Study”

Researchers: Julius Caesar Malibiran, Kristine Joy Dalisay, Kazerine Lei Festin, Ronadane Galve, Jill Suzaine Llanera, Tehillah Roculan, Mylene S. Andal, Jan Karlo Ecalne, Dr. Janice Sonia Pilao

Research Poster Presentation

School of Dentistry

“Dental Practitioners’ Perception on Teledentistry”

Best Poster

Presentation

Researchers: Diala Abujalboush, Renza Russel B. Araneta, Rean Rupert A. Berdijo, Frances Andrew E. Calangi, Veronica B. De Leon, Janelle T. Dumayag, Ella Marie U. Gonzales, Mikkaella B. Enriquez, Bean Jo, Patricia Demi T. Lim, and Ma. Jurieh Khrisnna V. Perillo

Adviser: Dr.Helen Hallare

1st Runner Up

CEU Malolos

“The Effectiveness of the Antimicrobial Properties of Paraiso”

Researchers: Rica Elizabeth M. Grino, Eunice Joy D.R. Mallari, Camille Joy T. Santos, Michael Joshua V. Tecson

School of Nursing

“Perceptions of Nursing Students on the Proposed Limited Face-to-Face Classes amidst COVID-19 Pandemic”

2nd Runner Up

CEU Makati

“Loneliness and Outlook in Life of Elderly in San Jose Balay Alima Foundation Inc. Amidst Covid-19 Pandemic: Basis for Well-Being Program”

Researchers:  Kevin Hoesch Eulyss C. Darakan, Rozzen Ann B. Dimaranan, Jessica Marie A. Dimayuga, Jaylyn A. Mozo, and Leia Amor Ysabel O. Villaruel Adviser: Mrs. Angelina Villanueva

2nd Runner Up

Researchers: Ace-Rael A. Icban, Joshua Marwin G. Rueda, Mary Jasmin Margaret S. Saet, Robert Julius R. Soliman, Anne Kimberly L. Zamora

Adviser: Josephine M. De Leon, PhD., RN

JULY 18, 2022   WINNERS

Awards Science Category

Research Paper Presentation

School of Optometry

“The Sensitivity of Common Ocular Pathogens to Commercially Available Antimicrobial Lenses”

The faculty and Graduate School students who presented were the following:

FACULTY PRESENTERS

Mrs. An Margaret Tan-Lim

“Quorum Quenching Activity of Andrographis Paniculata (Burm F.) Nees Andrographolide Compounds on Metallo-(b)-lactamase-producing Clinical Isolates of Pseudomonas Aeruginosa PA22 and PA247 and Their Effect on LasR Gene Expression”

Mr. Nhoriel Toledo

“The Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average Model in Forecasting Philippine Peso - United States Dollar Exchange Rates”

Liza Marie de Guzman

Best Research Paper Presentation

Researchers:  Churvin John P. Buncag, Mariela Colleen T. Castillo, John Paulo P. Cebanico, Kate Charlotte Mary F. Fabonan, Jhogie Anne C. Gorio, and Guile P. Tapawan

Adviser: Dr. Carol Gariando

CEU Makati

“Work-Life Balance and The Job Engagement of Working Mothers in The New Normal Towards a Proposed Wellness Program”

“Brinzolamide-loaded Soft Contact Lens for Ophthalmic Deliver”

Ana Marie Rubenicia

“Optimization of Hyaluronic Acid-chitosan-latanoprost Nanoparticle for Improved Ocular Drug Delivery”

GRADUATE STUDENT PRESENTERS

Mohammad Mheidat

“Socio Demographic Profile, Transformational Leadership Characteristics of Head Nurses and Patient Satisfaction in a Selected Hospital in Metro Manila

1st Runner up

Researchers: Rainier Dale Nikolai A. Arciga, Janna Maria C. Bongalosa, Dazelle Leire L. Dantis, Ira May V. Denoyo, Alyssa A. Santos, and Yuria P. Wada   Adviser: Mrs. Angelina Villanueva

School of Nursing

“Perception and Readiness of Health Sciences Faculty and Students on the Implementation of Hybrid Flexible (HyFlex) Course Model”

Veronica Balintona

“Development of an Outcome-Based Learning Guide and Portfolio in the Hospital Dietetics Practicum”

Sherryl M. Montalbo

“eSmart Teaching and Learning Material in Chemistry: Enhancing Spatial Skills and Metacognition thru Augmented Reality Technology”

Roselle May F. Manio

2nd Runner Up

Researchers: Keith Xyrelle G. Abarra, Louise Angela V. Encanto, Kate Chelzea J. Estepane, Bea Nhicole B. Fuentecilla, and Ivex Wayne M. Noces

Adviser: Joylyn L. Mejilla, MAN, RN

School of Science and Technology

“Formulation, Evaluation, and Characterization of Bioactives from Mango Kernel Oil (Mangifera indica) and Sweet Orange Peel Extract (Cirus sinensis) as a Potential Antibacterial and Moisturizing Hand Cream

Researchers: Justine Nicole S. Cruz & Ivette Zenycel B. Mamauag

Adviser: Dr. Julieta Z. Dungca

School of Nursing

“Study Habits and Academic Performance of Nursing Students during the Implementation of Flexible Online Learning”

“Financial Ratios of Industrial Sector Companies in Philippine Stock Market: Basis for Sound Stock Investment”

Sandra T. Co

“Assessment of Management Practices in A Preschool in Manila: Basis for Policy Formulation”

Debbie Jim C. Duran

“Code of Conduct in South China Sea: Cultural and Nationalistic Position of Selected Southeast Asian Non-Claimant States””

Jeremy Francis E. Castillo

“Lived Experiences of Regular Volunteer Emergency First Responders: A Phenomenological Study”

Apolinario Laxamana

“Anti-Aging Potential of Crude Methanolic Extract from Cocos Nucifera Embryo Using Caenorhabditis elegans as Model Organism”

A panel of reactors was assigned to assess, appreciate and attest the quality of the presented studies.

1st Runner up

Researchers:  Angielyn D. Reyes, Jameela Gem D. Rodriguez, Mary Ann R. Ruiz, Sophia Christine E. Tolentino, and Christian Ville U. Espino

Adviser: Joylyn L Mejilla, MAN, RN

The participation of students and faculty in research proves that the pillar of excellence in research and creative works of the University continues to instill the culture of research in the entire community. The annual Research Forum is one venue that nurtures the research quality every higher institution wants to achieve and sustain.

“Nothing has such power to broaden the mind as the ability to investigate systematically and truly all that comes under thy observation in life.”

Centro Escolar University is involved in the two training programs of IDC, the International Deans’ Course (IDC) for Southeast Asia and the IDC Philippines. These training programs are organized and funded by Innovative Higher Education Strategies (DIES), Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), and the Federal Government of Germany.

The 16th International Deans’ Course was held on June 27 to July 8, 2022 at the Hotel Jen by Shangri-La in Manila.  It started with the Opening Program which was officially opened by Prof. Dr. Kai Handel.  He expressed how honored he is to be in his function as project director of the IDC, which for the last 15 years was the role of Dr. Peter Mayer, the former vice president and dean of the Faculty of Business Management and Social Sciences of Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences in Germany.

Dr. Hardel recalled that since 2007 IDC has offered training in higher education management for newly appointed deans, vice deans, heads of departments in Africa and Southeast Asia and assured everyone that IDC is here to prepare them manage better in a constantly changing world.

He also presented an overview of the IDC programme lined up for the 11-day event, revolving among the modules on higher education systems, leadership, project management, conflict management, change management, strategic faculty management, financial management, internationalization, and quality management complemented

Course 2022-2023

with interactive activities and workshops. They were also bound to visit De La Salle University Laguna campus which is one of the university partners.

Among those who delivered their welcome addresses was Dr. Ma. Cristina D. Padolina, the president and chief academic officer of Centro Escolar University.  She thanked the Federal Government of Germany for making the course possible, providing opportunities to network with different institutions. With the many things to be shared, she encouraged the participants to be like sponges during the several phases of the course and bring home to their own organizations many ideas, hoping that they will find receptive ears and fertile ground where they can plant those ideas and harvest its fruits.

Dr. Flordeliza Anastacio, the vice president and dean of studies of CEU Malolos was the first among those that CEU sent for IDC.  She underwent the training in 2008 and now part of this year’s committee.  She is also one of the six lecturers/experts from Southeast Asia and she handled the following subjects: strategic faculty management, human resource management, conflict management, and internalization of education.  She served as mentor/expert in the preparation and completion of the project action plans of the participants.

Part also of this year’s program is her presentation of “Case Study: Governance at the Centro Escolar University, Manila”

Mr. Ricky Rosales, the program head of CEU’s Communication and Media underwent the IDC Southeast Asia in 2020; while Dr. Maricar Ching, the assistant dean of CEU Graduate School attended in 2022.  Dr. Donnabelle Dean, the acting dean of CEU School of Pharmacy; together with Mr. Pilipino Ramos, the program head of CEU Malolos Accountancy Program, underwent the 2019-2020 IDC Philippines; while Dr. Josan Tamayo, the program head of Computer Education and the coordinator of the Information and Communications Technology Section of CEU Malolos, and Dr. Ricardo Lumpas, the assistant dean of CEU Makati, underwent the 2021-2022 IDC Philippines.

The IDC is offered every two years.  This June to July is just Part 1 of the course; Part 2 is scheduled in November and Part 3 is in February. The IDC is jointly run by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), the German Rectors’ Conference (HRK), the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation (AvH), the Centre for Higher Education Management (CHE) and the Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences, and funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

MedTech alumna is now section head of RITM

by Ligaya C. Co-Picazo

Iam a proud Medical Technology graduate of Centro Escolar University class 1988, currently employed at the Research Institute for Tropical Medicine (RITM) as Supervising Science Research Specialist, designated as head of Laboratory Research Division (LRD) Quality Assurance/Quality Management Unit Agency.

In RITM, we are committed to deliver and perform quality diagnostic services in terms of screening and confirmatory testing of samples which will aid in the diagnosis, prevention, control and treatment of infectious diseases of public health importance like COVID-19. My Institute plays a vital role in response to outbreaks and pandemics being designated as the National Reference Laboratory (NRL) for Emerging and Reemerging Infectious and Tropical Diseases.

Currently, I am the head of the Quality Assurance unit under the Laboratory Research Division (LRD) which consists of 10 departments with 14 operating units and 18 national reference laboratories (NRLs). It is my responsibility to ensure that the Quality Management System is being implemented at all times in terms of sample, process, occurrence, data, waste and change management. It is one of my duties to conduct LRD orientations for newly hired employees. As Quality Team head, I review all submitted SOPs in our division prior to approval of our division chief and I conduct performance review on a semi-annual basis.

Being the author of several core processes and RITM Citizen’s Charter related to COVID-19 testing and kit evaluation, I update the process flows from time to time. I always make it a point to attend relevant webinar sessions and

several committee meetings related to Performance Management, ManCom, Selection and Promotion Board.  ICS/ laboratory operations meetings for COVID-19 are on a weekly basis where I usually give the QA updates and recommendations as needed. Among other things that my position requires are providing process improvement initiatives, walking through different processes, and facilitating the change management plan

COVID-19 pandemic and the first hospital to test voluminous COVID samples utilizing molecular based testing such as RT-PCR which can aid in the diagnosis of SARSCoV -2. We provided evidence-based data through the conduct of relevant researches, quality assurance program and monitoring, trainings, laboratory-based surveillance and clinical management of patients.

Our agency was mandated to conduct several training workshops such as trainings on molecular diagnostics, NPS/OPS sample collection, biosafety and biosecurity, fit testing and other relevant trainings related to Covid-19 diagnosis. Together with DOH-HFSRB team, we conducted laboratory assessment of Covid-19 testing laboratories nationwide.

At present we still perform the evaluation and validation of IVDMD such as PCR test kits, InVitro reagents and other relevant supplies used to screen and confirm SARS-CoV-2. This is to ensure the quality and good test performance of the test kits under local conditions using specimen representative of the general population.

if there are changes in our laboratory operations.

As one of the Internal Quality Auditors (IQA) and QT heads of our Institute, I do the coordination and facilitation whenever there is an audit or assessment visits to be conducted by external agencies. In 2020, I have the opportunity to participate in the laboratory assessment of some Covid-19 testing laboratories located in NCR.

In 2020, RITM became one of the busiest hospitals in the Philippines due to Covid-19 pandemic. As NRL, RITM was given a lot of overwhelming tasks in response to

As healthcare worker and frontliner, I have witnessed and experienced the threats and consequences brought by COVID 19. There were lots of challenges and difficulties; everybody was really overwhelmed as we responded to COVID-19 related tasks; and the feeling of hopelessness due to uncertainties and risk of infection added to the challenges at that time.

As a medical technologist and public health servant, I feel so blessed that I am still alive amidst the Covid-19 pandemic. I can say that my vocation and one of my important missions in life is to serve my fellowmen in my own little way.

CMSC2022: Humanizing

Communication in a Digital Ecosystem

by Jose Cris O. Sotto

H as communication lost its being humane?

Issues facing communication education, important competencies to enrich, forging meaningful collaborations among disciplines and dealing with disinformation are the important points tackled in a two-day conference, the Communication and Media Studies Conference (CMSC) at CEU Manila last October 21-22, 2022.

Two of the most pressing challenges in the Philippines today are misinformation and disinformation. Asian American Disinformation Table differentiates the two terminologies through the presence or absence of intent to harm. Misinformation refers to the misleading, incorrect or false information that is spread unknowingly by people. Stated differently, there is no intent to harm in misinformation. On the other hand, disinformation is the deliberate effort of spreading incorrect information for political gain or profit.

Dealing with disinformation

Filipino researcher Dr. Jonathan Ong explains that disinformation is a political and an economical issue. The 2022 Andrew Carnegie Fellow proposes that education is the first solid measure to address disinformation in various levels.

Dr. Ong adds that it is necessary to have “uncomfortable conversations” at home to deal with disinformation.

In the roundtable discussion of living Philippine Association of Communication Educators (PACE) presidents, numerous recommendations were provided with the goal of humanizing communication. As Dr. Maria Gwenetha Pusta noted, the infusion of technology and the need for personalization have resulted in certain risks including

personal data breach. Pusta stressed that these are challenges facing everyone who is using technology.

Tech should not modify our behavior

For his part, Prof. Ramon Tuazon (PACE President 19942002) clarified that technology should not be seen as a tool to modify our behavior. Tuazon, who is the current Chairperson of the CHED Technical Panel for Communication, sees the need of integrating information and communication technology but emphasis should be given to achieving sustainable human development.

Convergence of disciplines

Prof. Tuazon and Dr. Flordeliz Abanto (PACE President 2008-2010) both agree with the need to practice convergence among disciplines. Dr. Abanto furthered that media studies should cover several topics with the goal of helping in policy creation.

Tuazon, meanwhile, suggested to communication educators to encourage their students to collaborate with other students from social sciences when conducting their research.

Creativity and discernment of truth

An emotional Prof. Elizabeth Diaz (PACE President 1989-1994) reiterated the important role of PACE and its members in setting the direction for communication education and creation of relevant policies. Diaz puts a premium on creativity as a vital competency, i.e. in presenting topics in an interesting and purposeful way.

The Communication and Media Studies Conference is a flagship event of the PACE, the country’s largest and oldest organization of communication educators. CMSC2022 was made possible in partnership with Centro Escolar University and the Communication and Media Program.

The event was also graced by the legendary Dr. Crispin Maslog (PACE President 1984-1988) who exhibited his books. Dr. Maslog is an authority in the field of community journalism and communication education in the Philippines as well as in Asia. He has authored more than 40 books about these disciplines and continues to participate in the exchange of knowledge in the whole community.

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Proactive CEU GCD personnel conduct seminar-workshop on research

by Quennie Celocia

As part of the Centro Escolar University’s goal for the continuing professional development of their staff, the Guidance and Counseling Department held a staff development seminar-workshop with the theme “Exploring Current Trends in Research Designs and Statistical Tools in Guidance and Counseling” last July 22, 2022. The seminar was held at Librada Avelino Hall (LAH) Building’s Seminar Room from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The seminar - workshop’s objectives were to familiarize guidance and counseling staff members with the various research designs and statistical tools used in guidance and counseling research; to enhance counselors’ knowledge and expertise in research development, data collection, and analysis; and to keep them informed of the recent research trends in the profession.

The participants were inspired by the heartwarming welcome remarks of the Vice President for Student Affairs, Dr. Carlito B. Olaer. He emphasized the  importance of research for evidence-based advancement as well as for professional development in our chosen careers.

We were delighted to have with us a research expert, Dr. Elmer G. De Jose, as our resource speaker. Dr. De Jose is affiliated with the Polytechnic University of the Philippines as a Professor VI and Dean of the Graduate School. He is a prolific researcher and he had various commitments with government-funded or assisted research, paper presentations, publication in ISI-Indexed Journals/CHED-Accredited/ International Refereed Journals, and other local and institutional publications.

Dr. De Jose discussed the various quantitative research designs and statistical tools applied in Guidance and Counseling research. He focused on cultivating the listeners’ knowledge and skills in research development, data collection, and analysis. He began the afternoon workshop by introducing the various statistical software programs, such as SPSS and Jamovi, to assist the staff in efficiently processing their data.

To provide a healthy breather for the participants on the research topic, Ms. Michelle Bautista, one of the Guidance Coordinators led the ice breaker. It was a fun-filled game that energized and helped improve the efficiency of the learning process and the renewed bond between the staff from the different campuses.

The seminar-workshop’s productive day drew to an end by leaving a blueprint for coming up with the proposed title of the department’s upcoming action research topic.Dr. De Jose assisted in processing the statistical tool of the research data already collected.

The success of the activity was made possible by the chairperson, Ms. Quennie P. Celocia, together with her two very able co-chairs, Mr. Ferdinand L. Medina and Ms. Michelle C. Bautista; and the rest of the working committees. The organizers were grateful to the vice president of Student Affairs for his usual support; the presence of Dr. Carmencita H. Salonga, the former GCD department head; and to the supervising role of Dr. Juana Rosa F. Martinez, head of the Guidance and Counseling Department who ensured the fulfillment of the office’s goals and provided this learning opportunity to empower the staff in one of their identified skill gaps.

CEU Makati Legal Management students declared champion in IP contest

by Eduard M. Riparip

It’s a back-to-back victory for Centro Escolar University in the field of Intellectual Property!

Besting several universities in and outside of Metro Manila, three BS Legal Management students from CEU Makati were announced champions in the 2nd Annual Intellectual Property (IP) Circle League. The Quiz organized by the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) was held on November 11, 2022, at the Tandang Sora Hall, TESDA Women’s Center, Taguig City.

The IP Quiz Bee is one of the activities of the IPOPHL that aims to showcase the college and law students’ knowledge and skills in IP and related fields such as patent, trademark, copyright, utility models, and industrial designs.

IPOPHL is the government agency conferred by law to administer and implement policies on intellectual creations in the Philippines.

The trio

The trio was composed of Josh Nicole Miranda, Roybren Bautista, and Gerard Caspe, all Sophomore students, who took the challenge of joining the said quiz bee despite the limited time of preparation.

“Initially, we agreed to take the challenge despite the limited time in the pursuit of gaining experience. I

mean, what are the chances,” Miranda said in her Facebook post.

As college students who study statutes, legal principles, and concepts, the three Escolarians attribute their hard-earned victory to the team itself.

“With that, I want to thank our coach, Atty. Edu Riparip, my teammates, Roybren Bautista and Gerard Caspe for making this experience worthremembering. This wouldn’t be made possible without you guys, and I wouldn’t have it any other way,” Miranda continued.

“I’ve never dreamed of making a name for myself; but when other people put their whole heart and trust in you, there’s nothing you can’t do. It’s only a matter of how far you’re willing to go and how much you’re willing to sacrifice for the people who believe in and never once doubted you,” Bautista also added.

Back-to-back win for CEU

This is a back-to-back win for the University as CEU Malolos campus was also declared Champion last year in the said contest, which was held online.

The trio received P20,000 worth of gift certificate and a plaque as their prizes for being the first place.

Coming in second and third spots were the Technological University of the Philippines and the University of the East College of Law, respectively.

TOURISM STUDS AND FACULTY IN THE NATIONAL LIMELIGHT

by Jienizza Louise D. Yatco

Tourism students and faculty took their spots in the national level despite the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic.

Michiko Kyle S. Muňoz who is a 2022 Magna Cum Laude graduate, was chosen as one of the Top 10 Tourism Students by Junior Tourism and Hospitality Management Association of the Philippines (JTHMAP), the premiere non-profit national tourism and hospitality student organization with 17 regional chapters across the Philippines. Muňoz vested other tourism students from different HEIs across the

country in search of finding tourism students role models. She served as the president of the Association of Tourism Students for three terms from 2019-2022.

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Leynard H. Generoso was elected as the National Student Director for Information and Technology in JTHMAP. His active participation in the regional caravan and other programs of the organization earned him as one of the recipients of Chairman`s Award. He is a 2022 graduate of Bachelor of Science in International Travel and Tourism

(BSITTM) program and the former president of School of Nutrition and Hospitality Management Student Council for three consecutive terms.

Junn B. Poloyapoy, faculty member from the Tourism Management Department was also elected as the National Board of Adviser for Training and Development of JTHMAP. He also served as the Chapter President for Central Manila of Philippine Association of Researchers for Tourism and Hospitality (PARTH) for 2019-2022.

Webinar Series on Functional Medicine and Functional Nutrition

by Gelli Esguerra

Centro Escolar University School of Nutrition and Hospitality Management in collaboration with the CEU Professional and Continuing Education (PACE), conducted a 3-Part Webinar Series on Functional Medicine and Functional Nutrition on July 8, 15, and 29 from 10:00am to 12:00nn via Zoom.

For three consecutive Fridays, the webinar, spearheaded by the Nutrition and Dietetics Department with the Philippine Association of Nutrition-Delta Chapter,  focuses on the amorphous discipline of functional medicine and its linkage to nutrition. The series takes a deep dive into several nutrition-related diseases and conditions emphasizing the strong nexus between functional medicine and nutrition.

Speakers were Dr. Denise Marie Herrera Lavilles, functional medicine clinician of Life Science Center, and Mr. Joemarc Dela Cruz, nutritionistdietician supervisor/functional medicine nutritionist of Life Science CenterRomlas Health Group. They discussed

the Functional Medicine and Nutrition Approach for Optimizing Immune System on the first day; Functional Medicine and Functional Nutrition Approach for Stress, Anxiety and Mood Imbalances on the second day; and Functional Medicine and Functional Nutrition Approach for

Weight Management on the third day.  Participants composed of allied health science students, faculty and graduates of nutrition and dietetics, and practitioners received their e-certificates upon completing the 3-part webinar.

Michiko Kyle S. Muñoz;

Ryan Leynard H. Generoso

Junn B. Poloyapoy

CEU Granted AUN Quality Assurance Certification for 4 Programs

by Gelli Esguerra

Four programs of Centro Escolar University have been recently certified by the ASEAN University Network (AUN) Quality Assurance after completing the requirements in all criteria, under the latest version of the AUN-QA assessment criteria.

The prestigious certifications were granted to Bachelor of Science in International Hospitality Management, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, and Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media.

These four programs are now added to the eight AUN-QA certified programs of the University in Biology, Dentistry, International Tourism and Travel Management, Nursing, Nutrition and Dietetics, Optometry, Pharmacy and Psychology for Manila campus.

The AUN-QA assessment at programme level (Version 4) covers eight criteria including: Expected Learning Outcomes; Program Structure and Content; Teaching and Learning Approach; Student Assessment; Academic Staff; Student Support Services; Facilities and Infrastructure; and Output and Outcomes and supported by evidences and exhibits, site tours and interviews with selected stakeholders including academic and support staff, students, alumni and employers.

CEU holds virtual mock job interview for graduating students

by Gelli Esguerra

Centro Escolar University Manila, Makati, and Malolos campuses in collaboration with Jobs180.com, engaged the graduating students in the recent Career “U” Virtual Mock Job Interview via Zoom to prepare them for an actual job interview once they start seeking employment.

“My dear graduating students, after your graduation day comes a very big responsibility that you will do—to look for a job and one of the requirements to land a job is an interview. This event that we have for today is important because it serves as your practice interview in time for the real interview of your future job,” said Dr. Maria Flordeliza Anastacio, the vice president and dean of studies for CEU Malolos in her welcome message.

Dr. Anastacio added that through this mock interview they will develop both verbal and non-verbal communication skills, as well as strategies on how to respond effectively to the interviewer.

Nineteen industry partners and CEU joined the event to conduct mock interviews for the applicants who were randomly selected. Each student was assigned to a breakout room and was interviewed for five minutes; after which, the student was transferred to the campus breakout room for final reminders.

The students were also evaluated by the company representatives on how they responded to the interview questions. Two students who performed well during the interview and self-presentation were given prizes.

During the closing remarks, Mrs. Penelope Sampana, the coordinator of CEU Malolos Marketing Communications Section invited everyone to join the final episode of the CEU Job Fair titled “Career U-Your Career, Your Future” on June 23, 2022, 9:00 am which is also in partnership with Jobs180.com.

Himig Escolarian at Buwan ng Pag-ibig

by Gelli Esguerra

CEU Singers Manila, Makati and Malolos offered the Escolarian community a musical treat called “Himig Escolarian at Buwan ng Pag-ibig: Sa Kabila ng Lahat ng Balakid, nawa’y Pag-ibig ang Manaig” as part of their virtual choir series presentation. The virtual concert was aired on February 22, 2022 via Facebook and You Tube live streaming.

Prof. Lester Delgado, CEU Singers Makati conductor in his introduction said, “Ang mga awiting inyong maririnig ay aming alay sa mga Pilipinong itinataguyod ang ating inang bayan sa pamamagitan ng kanilang mga natatanging kakayahan sa ibang larangan. Nawa’y maging inspirasyon ito sa ating lahat”.

The three choirs gave their beautiful renditions of OPM love songs like Ikaw Lamang, Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin and Forevermore to

name a few. Mr. German De Guzman, CEU Singers Malolos conductor, described the concert as a virtual musical showcase created from the heart and carefully produced even with the new setup.

The event was made possible by the Presidential Committee on Culture and the Arts (PCCA) chaired by Dr. Carlito Olaer, Vice President for Student Affairs, with committee members from CEU Manila, Makati and Malolos campuses.  PCCA handles the University’s cultural groups namely CEU Folk Dance Troupe, CEU Concert Band, and CEU Singers Manila, Makati and Malolos.