Fr. Maniwang sits as USL’s 5th president

from page 1 mass, presided over by Most Rev. Bishop Prudencio P. Andaya Jr., CICM, D.D., commenced the celebration and was followed by a solemn investiture ceremony, hosted by Mr. Sander T. Sedano, USL-LMS Coordinator, and Dr. Venus I. Guyos, OIC for IDQA.

Commencing the ceremony, Rev. Fr. Gilbert B. Sales, CICM, Ph.D., Saint Louis University President, introduced the new president through a life history of his CICM journey. Rev. Fr. Ramon P. Caluza, CICM, Saint Louis College La Union President, together with Fr. Maniwang’s parents, Mr. Antonio Hinay Maniwang and Mrs. Isabelita Nimez Maniwang, vested him with the academic cap and gown.

Atty. Marco Cicero F. Domingo, CHED-R02 OIC-Director IV, presented the academic collar while Rev. Fr. Renillo H. Sta Ana, CICM, the immediate past president of USL, handed in the university mace to Fr. Maniwang, which symbolizes the authority of the Office of the University President.

Affirming his duties, Fr. Maniwang took his oath of office, which was administered

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Moreover, the Vice President for Academics, Emmanuel James P. Pattaguan, Ph. D., was also invited to attend the opening conference from December 1st to 3rd, 2022, in Bangkok, Thailand. This is an excellent platform for keeping abreast of the most recent by Rev. Fr. Hirohito M. Bolo Jr., CICM, Provincial Superior, CICM Philippine Province, and the Chairman of the Board of Trustees. Select representatives from all sectors of USL conducted the candle lighting ceremony, headed by Dr. Rina M. Reyes, VP for Administration, through the show of acceptance and support by the assembly.

In his inaugural address, Fr. Maniwang outlined his presidency goals, which he classified into four areas of excellence: mission, people, academic, and institutional excellence. “We will improve USL’s social impact through responsive community development programs focused on the CICM advocacies,” shared Fr. Maniwang under the area of mission excellence.

He also remarked, “The main asset of this university is its people,” as he discussed people’s excellence. “Care for the people will be one of my top priorities,” he added. He also committed to uphold and even exceed USL’s tradition of academic excellence through a concerted effort to internationalize education, research, and service missions.

“We will advance our University by examining ways to improve internal operations to achieve stakeholders’ satisfaction. By maximizing resource generation and practicing fiscal responsibility, we must make every effort to strengthen and stabilize our financial position,” urged Fr. Maniwang, as he elaborated on his plan under the area of institutional excellence.

With a legacy of dedication to academic excellence, Fr. Maniwang assures a promising and bright future for the institution. “As president, I’ll try my best to give you the strength you need by providing service and leadership that are motivated by passion and commitment. We shall journey together by building deep spiritual friendships, developing leadership communities, and drawing out the best from all sectors of this university.” from page 1 innovations in teaching and learning as well as quality assurance in the area and abroad.

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“I will always be mindful that power is not about greatness, because greatness in power is translated to service. (I will guarantee) responsibility and accountability to the people and to the organization. In this mission, I am inspired to put my best effort to make our school a truly CICM Catholic Missionary school.”

A dinner service and reception at the James Ter Meer Gymnasium culminated the momentous occasion.

The ceremony was attended by Fr. Maniwang’s family and friends, Board of Trustees members, CICM Fathers, Priests, and Deacons, School dignitaries, Partner Agencies, Executive Advisory Board members, EFC officers, student leaders, USL employees and retirees, representatives of different CICM schools, and USL student performers. USLWB

USL, as a community of missionaries, celebrated the 160th founding anniversary of CICM and the 115th year of missionary presence in the Philippines on November 28 at the University’s friendship park.

This was spearheaded by the Office of the Campus Ministry in collaboration with the Scholarship Office, and the Office of Student Affairs and Services with the assistance of the Supreme Student Council – Azalea and departmental organizations.

It started through a Eucharistic celebration concelebrated by the University

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President, Rev. Fr. Renilo H. Sta. Ana, CICM and Rev. Fr. John Couvreur, CICM.

In his homily, Fr. Sta. Ana focused on the value of hospitality that the mission of the CICM grew not only due to the efforts of the CICM missionaries but also because of the incredible hospitality shown by the locals.

After the Eucharistic celebration, the statue of Theophile Verbist, located in front of the University chapel, was also blessed by Fr. Sta. Ana.

Subsequently, everyone gathered in USL’s friendship park to continue the celebration of the CICM Day.

It was kicked off with a Zumba headed by the JHS MAPEH teachers and CICM scholar alumni, followed by a doxology and the national anthem performed by the Center for Culture and the Arts (CCA).

Further, the Vice President for Administration, Dr. Rina M. Reyes, opened the activity by thanking the CICM missionaries for staying in the country.

She also said that the activity aims to renew everyone’s relationship with the CICM missionaries

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