Since his first State of the University Address, President Manuel G. Palomo has accomplished more than 50% of the projects he has laid down in the past months.
Based on a list of upcoming projects published in the May-June 2009 issue of the Wesleyan Updates, Prof. Palomo is seen to have accomplished about half of his expressed programs and platforms so far within a time table not exceeding three semesters. This includes the renovation and modernization of the university auditorium, the ongoing installation of a campus-wide wireless Internet coverage, the purchasing of vans for the use of nursing students undergoing affiliation duties, the declogging of drainage canals in the campus, the declaration of WUP as a drug-free, alcohol-free and smoke-free campus; the adoption of a new university mission-vision and seal; and the decentralization of the WUP Aurora Campus.
These are apart from the opening of the new North Gate, the adoption of new policies on the selection of textbooks and other instructional materials, the revival of a centralized Supreme Student Council (SSC), distribution of faculty load assignments based on equity and faculty qualifications, contracting of new review centers to meet the satisfactory number of board passers, providing new training program for teachers, approving new scholarships, and upgrading the employee salary structure.
And yet a year after the president’s assumption of office the administration found itself grappling with a few challenges emanating (surprisingly) from people who occupy the higher ranks of management. This situation was countered by instituting a massive reorganization on the top positions of the Board of Trustees, prompted by Prof. Palomo himself to troubleshoot the difficulties and therefore demonstrate strength amid the rough waters.
Triggering Circumstances
The preventive suspension and later, resignation of WUP’s Chief Finance Officer Franklin V. Vicencio shed light (either coincidentally or not) on some irregularities allegedly committed by some officials sitting in the highest echelon of the university – the collegial body of the Board of Trustees. As open letters calling for the resignation of three high-ranking officials in the BOT on allegations of administrative violations circulated, the president launched a conclusive investigation which brought out such irregularities on the open. Then a few weeks later, Prof. Palomo made the unprecedented decision – he recommended to the College of Bishops (COB) the removal of BOT Chair Atty. Teodoro C. Pascua for the reason of hiding his non-Methodism and BOT members Bayani O. Azcarraga and Architect Rodrigo G. Lagman for conflicts of interest, a motion which the COB endorsed after careful deliberations. This was the first time in the history of Wesleyan University - Philippines that a president has challenged the members of the Board of Trustees — let alone its chairman – risking the possibility of being ousted by them from the presidency should the COB find the grounds of his recommendation wanting.
Then later on, the COB, in a letter dated August 12, 2010 signed by Bishops Daniel C. Arichea, Jr., Leo A. Soriano and COB President Bishop Rudolfo A. Juan (attested by Bishops Jose C. Gamboa, Jr. and Emerito P. Nacpil) acknowledged Atty. Pascua’s August 5 voluntary resignation from the WUP Corporation and as Chairman of the Board. Atty. Pascua was therefore asked by the COB to cease and desist from performing his functions in the board as the corporation considered his membership terminated since August 6th, immediately a day after his resignation. They likewise decided to terminate Arch. Lagman and Engr. Azcarraga’s membership from the corporation and from the Board.
A Colossal Revamp
Then, on the morning of August 26, 2010, President Palomo summoned the deans, department heads and the university media to introduce to them the newly appointed members of the Board of Trustees, replacing six members who were either terminated or have resigned (three of whom were the aforementioned).
Among the newly-appointed members was former Rotary Governor and former Chair of Bulacan’s provincial automation Mr. Pacifico Boy Aniag, who was elected as the new Chairman of the Board of Trustees. Aniag joined the BOT along with US Agency for International Development (USAID) consultant Glenn Paraso and Chevron Phils. Regional Head and 1986 CPA Board Topnotcher Leo V. Dagamac to take the places of Pascua, Lagman and Azcarraga (Dagamac was the next choice after Leonard Ting declined the offer of BOT membership due to multiplicity of duties).
The president also introduced three more new members: Aldersgate College’s current president Dr. Junifen F. Gauuan, General Tinio Vice Mayor Mr. Ferdinand Bote and Cagayan State University administrator Dr. Nita Garcia. Dr. Gauuan was elected new Vice Chairman while Mr. Bote was the new Secretary. Incumbent members Retired Judge Raymundo Z. Annang (now Board Treasurer) and Mr. Antonio I. Chua, Jr. were also present, along with Rev. Bishops Rudolfo Juan and Emerito Nacpil who came to recognize the Board. Incumbent members Usec. Narciso B. Nieto and Dr. Proceso T. Domingo were not able to come due to other official duties (Domingo is the current president of the National Defense College of the Department of National Defense). The twelfth member of the Board is Bishop Daniel Arichea who stands as honorary member.
Bishop Nacpil reminded the trustees of their primary responsibility to the university, telling them: “We pray that you do not claim as your own what is not your own, but as stewards you are entrusted with it… collectively you are responsible as a whole.” Bishop Juan on the meantime hoped that people would not settle on divisive misconceptions about recent developments in the university.
This recognition of new members completed the process of reorganizing WUP’s Board of Trustees, and hopefully put the university into alignment with the development plans the MGP administration has begun. It is a way of eliciting cooperation and consensus into attaining the visions set to make Wesleyan a strong educational landmark in the region.
Orders of the Day
Unlike the previous Board, the new BOT limit themselves to policy-making (which is strictly provided for by the institutional By-Laws), leaving the implementation phase to the president as the chief executive to avoid overlapping and crisscrossing of functions which often lead to many conflicts, including conflicts of interest.
In their first two meetings alone the newly-constituted BOT have already achieved a lot of things. They have approved the implementation of the new basic salary scheme for Wesleyan University General Hospital and Cardiovascular Center (WUGHCC) employees, who were formerly excluded from the improvements in WUP employees’ salary structure. They also gave a go signal to the Information and Communication Technology department (ICT) to construct a Fiber Optic Backbone which will become a better foundation of the university’s IT infrastructure. The Fiber Optic Backbone is a campus-wide project that will make telecommunication, including internet access, ten times faster than today’s internet downloading speed.
The new Board has also approved the integration of the new Medical Transcription course into the BS Nursing curriculum so that upon graduating the students will have a choice and qualification to enter the medical transcription profession should they find it difficult to enter the nursing field. The course would be made available to non-nursing students as well.
Among others things the new BOT has approved were the new organizational structure of WUP, which introduced three new vice presidential positions; the new salaries and allowances system for the new deans, department heads and area coordinators; and a new outsourced company to provide WUP with quality janitorial services.
Towards a Smoother Course
In the midst of challenges the MGP administration has exhibited dynamism, practicality and readiness to choose and to change whenever academic advancement requires it. Such sweeping reforms ensure a strong base for the administration to work on for enhancing the institution, thus producing so far fast and positive results. The administration has resolved long-standing labor problems which plagued previous administrations, improved university infrastructure, and addressed many issues, showing that MGP is a president who listens to the needs of the faculty, staff and students. Unfazed by the slanders of those disgruntled by recently-implemented reforms, he continues to build an institution where merit is recognized above anything else.###
Based on a list of upcoming projects published in the May-June 2009 issue of the Wesleyan Updates, Prof. Palomo is seen to have accomplished about half of his expressed programs and platforms so far within a time table not exceeding three semesters. This includes the renovation and modernization of the university auditorium, the ongoing installation of a campus-wide wireless Internet coverage, the purchasing of vans for the use of nursing students undergoing affiliation duties, the declogging of drainage canals in the campus, the declaration of WUP as a drug-free, alcohol-free and smoke-free campus; the adoption of a new university mission-vision and seal; and the decentralization of the WUP Aurora Campus.
These are apart from the opening of the new North Gate, the adoption of new policies on the selection of textbooks and other instructional materials, the revival of a centralized Supreme Student Council (SSC), distribution of faculty load assignments based on equity and faculty qualifications, contracting of new review centers to meet the satisfactory number of board passers, providing new training program for teachers, approving new scholarships, and upgrading the employee salary structure.
And yet a year after the president’s assumption of office the administration found itself grappling with a few challenges emanating (surprisingly) from people who occupy the higher ranks of management. This situation was countered by instituting a massive reorganization on the top positions of the Board of Trustees, prompted by Prof. Palomo himself to troubleshoot the difficulties and therefore demonstrate strength amid the rough waters.
Triggering Circumstances
The preventive suspension and later, resignation of WUP’s Chief Finance Officer Franklin V. Vicencio shed light (either coincidentally or not) on some irregularities allegedly committed by some officials sitting in the highest echelon of the university – the collegial body of the Board of Trustees. As open letters calling for the resignation of three high-ranking officials in the BOT on allegations of administrative violations circulated, the president launched a conclusive investigation which brought out such irregularities on the open. Then a few weeks later, Prof. Palomo made the unprecedented decision – he recommended to the College of Bishops (COB) the removal of BOT Chair Atty. Teodoro C. Pascua for the reason of hiding his non-Methodism and BOT members Bayani O. Azcarraga and Architect Rodrigo G. Lagman for conflicts of interest, a motion which the COB endorsed after careful deliberations. This was the first time in the history of Wesleyan University - Philippines that a president has challenged the members of the Board of Trustees — let alone its chairman – risking the possibility of being ousted by them from the presidency should the COB find the grounds of his recommendation wanting.
Then later on, the COB, in a letter dated August 12, 2010 signed by Bishops Daniel C. Arichea, Jr., Leo A. Soriano and COB President Bishop Rudolfo A. Juan (attested by Bishops Jose C. Gamboa, Jr. and Emerito P. Nacpil) acknowledged Atty. Pascua’s August 5 voluntary resignation from the WUP Corporation and as Chairman of the Board. Atty. Pascua was therefore asked by the COB to cease and desist from performing his functions in the board as the corporation considered his membership terminated since August 6th, immediately a day after his resignation. They likewise decided to terminate Arch. Lagman and Engr. Azcarraga’s membership from the corporation and from the Board.
A Colossal Revamp
Then, on the morning of August 26, 2010, President Palomo summoned the deans, department heads and the university media to introduce to them the newly appointed members of the Board of Trustees, replacing six members who were either terminated or have resigned (three of whom were the aforementioned).
Among the newly-appointed members was former Rotary Governor and former Chair of Bulacan’s provincial automation Mr. Pacifico Boy Aniag, who was elected as the new Chairman of the Board of Trustees. Aniag joined the BOT along with US Agency for International Development (USAID) consultant Glenn Paraso and Chevron Phils. Regional Head and 1986 CPA Board Topnotcher Leo V. Dagamac to take the places of Pascua, Lagman and Azcarraga (Dagamac was the next choice after Leonard Ting declined the offer of BOT membership due to multiplicity of duties).
The president also introduced three more new members: Aldersgate College’s current president Dr. Junifen F. Gauuan, General Tinio Vice Mayor Mr. Ferdinand Bote and Cagayan State University administrator Dr. Nita Garcia. Dr. Gauuan was elected new Vice Chairman while Mr. Bote was the new Secretary. Incumbent members Retired Judge Raymundo Z. Annang (now Board Treasurer) and Mr. Antonio I. Chua, Jr. were also present, along with Rev. Bishops Rudolfo Juan and Emerito Nacpil who came to recognize the Board. Incumbent members Usec. Narciso B. Nieto and Dr. Proceso T. Domingo were not able to come due to other official duties (Domingo is the current president of the National Defense College of the Department of National Defense). The twelfth member of the Board is Bishop Daniel Arichea who stands as honorary member.
Bishop Nacpil reminded the trustees of their primary responsibility to the university, telling them: “We pray that you do not claim as your own what is not your own, but as stewards you are entrusted with it… collectively you are responsible as a whole.” Bishop Juan on the meantime hoped that people would not settle on divisive misconceptions about recent developments in the university.
This recognition of new members completed the process of reorganizing WUP’s Board of Trustees, and hopefully put the university into alignment with the development plans the MGP administration has begun. It is a way of eliciting cooperation and consensus into attaining the visions set to make Wesleyan a strong educational landmark in the region.
Orders of the Day
Unlike the previous Board, the new BOT limit themselves to policy-making (which is strictly provided for by the institutional By-Laws), leaving the implementation phase to the president as the chief executive to avoid overlapping and crisscrossing of functions which often lead to many conflicts, including conflicts of interest.
In their first two meetings alone the newly-constituted BOT have already achieved a lot of things. They have approved the implementation of the new basic salary scheme for Wesleyan University General Hospital and Cardiovascular Center (WUGHCC) employees, who were formerly excluded from the improvements in WUP employees’ salary structure. They also gave a go signal to the Information and Communication Technology department (ICT) to construct a Fiber Optic Backbone which will become a better foundation of the university’s IT infrastructure. The Fiber Optic Backbone is a campus-wide project that will make telecommunication, including internet access, ten times faster than today’s internet downloading speed.
The new Board has also approved the integration of the new Medical Transcription course into the BS Nursing curriculum so that upon graduating the students will have a choice and qualification to enter the medical transcription profession should they find it difficult to enter the nursing field. The course would be made available to non-nursing students as well.
Among others things the new BOT has approved were the new organizational structure of WUP, which introduced three new vice presidential positions; the new salaries and allowances system for the new deans, department heads and area coordinators; and a new outsourced company to provide WUP with quality janitorial services.
Towards a Smoother Course
In the midst of challenges the MGP administration has exhibited dynamism, practicality and readiness to choose and to change whenever academic advancement requires it. Such sweeping reforms ensure a strong base for the administration to work on for enhancing the institution, thus producing so far fast and positive results. The administration has resolved long-standing labor problems which plagued previous administrations, improved university infrastructure, and addressed many issues, showing that MGP is a president who listens to the needs of the faculty, staff and students. Unfazed by the slanders of those disgruntled by recently-implemented reforms, he continues to build an institution where merit is recognized above anything else.###
A total of 14 Mass Communication and two Psychology majors underwent on the job training in various mass media outfits and medical facilities in Metro Manila last summer.
The Mass Communication students alternately trained with NBN 4, GMA 7 and TAPE for television, DZRH for radio, and the Manila Times and Bulgar for print.
They experienced working with professionals as on-camera talents and members of the television and radio production staff and had their articles and photos published in newspapers.
On the other hand, the Psychology majors served in the Neuro-Psychiatric Section of the AFP Medical Center where they learned to administer, check and interpret psychiatric tests of soldier-applicants, and Sunrise Hill Therapeutic Institution, a drug rehabilitation facility, where they conducted interviews of patients, gave tests and prepared case presentations.
This year’s batch was composed of Mass Communication majors Jonathan Constantino, Nico Paulo Rodriguez, Cherry Rose Pascual, JR Kagahastian, Maria Feliciano, Cris Rey Adriano, Mario Mark Capalad, Jhoana Espino, Crystal Joy Dauz, Byung Hag Kim, Gladys Mae Lapina, Seychell Sarmiento, Rose Maningas and Harlene Baluyan.
Psychology majors included Rona Sioson, Vanessa Domingcil, Mary Rose Bajar and Hanna Mae Garcia.
Prof. Michael Fronda served as OJT coordinator. ###
The Mass Communication students alternately trained with NBN 4, GMA 7 and TAPE for television, DZRH for radio, and the Manila Times and Bulgar for print.
They experienced working with professionals as on-camera talents and members of the television and radio production staff and had their articles and photos published in newspapers.
On the other hand, the Psychology majors served in the Neuro-Psychiatric Section of the AFP Medical Center where they learned to administer, check and interpret psychiatric tests of soldier-applicants, and Sunrise Hill Therapeutic Institution, a drug rehabilitation facility, where they conducted interviews of patients, gave tests and prepared case presentations.
This year’s batch was composed of Mass Communication majors Jonathan Constantino, Nico Paulo Rodriguez, Cherry Rose Pascual, JR Kagahastian, Maria Feliciano, Cris Rey Adriano, Mario Mark Capalad, Jhoana Espino, Crystal Joy Dauz, Byung Hag Kim, Gladys Mae Lapina, Seychell Sarmiento, Rose Maningas and Harlene Baluyan.
Psychology majors included Rona Sioson, Vanessa Domingcil, Mary Rose Bajar and Hanna Mae Garcia.
Prof. Michael Fronda served as OJT coordinator. ###
Twenty-four students comprise this year’s editorial board of Genre, the Central Student Publication of WUP, after results of a series of competitive exams have been released late last June.
Last year’s Managing Editor Edwin Santos from the College of Nursing was selected as the new editor-in-chief after evaluations were made on editors’ performances in their previous positions.
Ma. Zeycel Roxanne S. Dasig, also from CoN and formerly Genre’s news editor, was promoted to associate editor while former CAS correspondent Abigail Junia was chosen to be the new managing editor.
Section editors were Arnel Bien Francisco from the College of Business and Accountancy for news; Ren Gemuel Ramirez (also from CBA) and Rona Rose Moises (CoN) for features; Ronnel Simbulan (CoE) and Rose Ann Alabastro (CBA) for literary; Cris Adrey Adriano (CAS) for opinion; Raniel Cabato (CoE) for sports; and Marjorie Collado (CoEd) for art.
Julius Rafael Pili (CAS) and Dexter Azarcon (CoE) made their entry as photojournalists.
Erson Magsakay (CAS) was appointed as the new circulations manager.
Kevin Sagun (CCS) was chosen as the new design artist, while Aldrin Deocares (CoEd) returned as cartoonist after a two-year stint in the United States.
Genre also designated news correspondents to different colleges, to wit: Kevin Sagun for the CHRIM, Jeza Marie Torres for the CBA; Dexter Azarcon for the CoE, Jihad El-Zeany for the CCS, Rosilier Webster Lumantao for the CCJE, Ronald Ian Victorino for the CoN, Lorenz Arthur Ilagan for CAS and Lilybeth Palon for CoEd.
Prof. Ruth C. Alfonso serves as the paper’s technical adviser, in coordination with Student Affairs’ Director Mr. Henry Cocoy R. Nacpil.###
Last year’s Managing Editor Edwin Santos from the College of Nursing was selected as the new editor-in-chief after evaluations were made on editors’ performances in their previous positions.
Ma. Zeycel Roxanne S. Dasig, also from CoN and formerly Genre’s news editor, was promoted to associate editor while former CAS correspondent Abigail Junia was chosen to be the new managing editor.
Section editors were Arnel Bien Francisco from the College of Business and Accountancy for news; Ren Gemuel Ramirez (also from CBA) and Rona Rose Moises (CoN) for features; Ronnel Simbulan (CoE) and Rose Ann Alabastro (CBA) for literary; Cris Adrey Adriano (CAS) for opinion; Raniel Cabato (CoE) for sports; and Marjorie Collado (CoEd) for art.
Julius Rafael Pili (CAS) and Dexter Azarcon (CoE) made their entry as photojournalists.
Erson Magsakay (CAS) was appointed as the new circulations manager.
Kevin Sagun (CCS) was chosen as the new design artist, while Aldrin Deocares (CoEd) returned as cartoonist after a two-year stint in the United States.
Genre also designated news correspondents to different colleges, to wit: Kevin Sagun for the CHRIM, Jeza Marie Torres for the CBA; Dexter Azarcon for the CoE, Jihad El-Zeany for the CCS, Rosilier Webster Lumantao for the CCJE, Ronald Ian Victorino for the CoN, Lorenz Arthur Ilagan for CAS and Lilybeth Palon for CoEd.
Prof. Ruth C. Alfonso serves as the paper’s technical adviser, in coordination with Student Affairs’ Director Mr. Henry Cocoy R. Nacpil.###
It was an event leaders should not miss.
President Manuel G. Palomo arrived in Manila on June 8 to watch the lecture of former US Vice President and Nobel laureate Al Gore at the SMX Convention Hall at the SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City.
Gore arrived in the Philippines to deliver his live Asian edition of the Academy Award-winning documentary “An Inconvenient Truth.”
He connected recent environmental calamities in our country such as Typhoon Ondoy and El Niño to population explosion and scientific and technological revolution which, according to him, have brought as much blessings as unintended side-effects, for instance the recent oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
He gave emphasis on the importance of renewable energy, citing as example the windmills of Ilocos Norte, noting as well that RP and the US are the world’s top two leaders in generating geothermal energy.
Gore, who served as vice president under the Clinton administration but lost to George W. Bush in the 2001 US presidenatial elections, won half of the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize “for [his] efforts to build up and disseminate greater knowledge about man-made climate change, and to lay the foundations for the measures that are needed to counteract such change.” ###
President Manuel G. Palomo arrived in Manila on June 8 to watch the lecture of former US Vice President and Nobel laureate Al Gore at the SMX Convention Hall at the SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City.
Gore arrived in the Philippines to deliver his live Asian edition of the Academy Award-winning documentary “An Inconvenient Truth.”
He connected recent environmental calamities in our country such as Typhoon Ondoy and El Niño to population explosion and scientific and technological revolution which, according to him, have brought as much blessings as unintended side-effects, for instance the recent oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
He gave emphasis on the importance of renewable energy, citing as example the windmills of Ilocos Norte, noting as well that RP and the US are the world’s top two leaders in generating geothermal energy.
Gore, who served as vice president under the Clinton administration but lost to George W. Bush in the 2001 US presidenatial elections, won half of the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize “for [his] efforts to build up and disseminate greater knowledge about man-made climate change, and to lay the foundations for the measures that are needed to counteract such change.” ###
Three member schools of the Smart Wireless Engineering Education Program (SWEEP) including WUP recently struck a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) offering on-the-job training to Electronics and Communications Engineering (ECE) students with Smart Communications, Inc. last June 10.
WUP, Systems Plus College Foundation (SPCF), and the University of Baguio (UB) inked the deal with Smart, represented by its Chief Wireless Advisor Orlando Vea.
The program was intended to help raise the quality of engineering and technology education, particularly in the field of ECE.
The schools were represented by President Manuel G. Palomo (WUP), Vice President for Administration Eric Estropia (SPFC) and College of Engineering and Architecture Assistant Dean Elisabeth Calub (UB).
Other officials present in the MOA-signing were WUP College of Engineering Dean Crizaldo Vicencio, Smart Public Affairs Group Head Ramon Isberto, SPFC external and community affairs Director John Dizon and College of Engineering Dean Reylen Garcia, along with Smart Network and Platform Services Senior Manager Byron Tabada. ###
WUP, Systems Plus College Foundation (SPCF), and the University of Baguio (UB) inked the deal with Smart, represented by its Chief Wireless Advisor Orlando Vea.
The program was intended to help raise the quality of engineering and technology education, particularly in the field of ECE.
The schools were represented by President Manuel G. Palomo (WUP), Vice President for Administration Eric Estropia (SPFC) and College of Engineering and Architecture Assistant Dean Elisabeth Calub (UB).
Other officials present in the MOA-signing were WUP College of Engineering Dean Crizaldo Vicencio, Smart Public Affairs Group Head Ramon Isberto, SPFC external and community affairs Director John Dizon and College of Engineering Dean Reylen Garcia, along with Smart Network and Platform Services Senior Manager Byron Tabada. ###
The College of Business and Accountancy honored 12 new certified public accountants (CPAs) in a Thanksgiving Service and Testimonial Luncheon held at Alessandra’s Banquet Hall last June 25.
Passing the May 2010 CPA Licensure Exams were Sheila Marie Alfonso, Jeffrey Alvarez, Donnie Glenn Banzon, Zydel Bunag, Ma.Loraine Calara, Maeza Constantino, Kristian Joy del Mundo, Ma. Cristina Joson, Kimberlyn Pascua, Lanette Pascua, Cyro Cam Saragpon, and Doniver Soledad.
Atty. Antonio F. Marzan, who was also a CPA, was the guest speaker of the affair. He reminded everyone that poverty should not be a subject of disappointment but rather be the subject of inspiration, and that there was no limit to what one can accomplish.
President Palomo also attended the testimonial luncheon to deliver his congratulatory message, sharing as well some thoughts on poverty which he himself experienced as a youth.
An outpour of emotion proceeded when the honorees delivered their testimonials, most of whom sharing stories of their trials on their way to the board exams and how they overcame them.
Families of the honorees also attended the event. ###
Passing the May 2010 CPA Licensure Exams were Sheila Marie Alfonso, Jeffrey Alvarez, Donnie Glenn Banzon, Zydel Bunag, Ma.Loraine Calara, Maeza Constantino, Kristian Joy del Mundo, Ma. Cristina Joson, Kimberlyn Pascua, Lanette Pascua, Cyro Cam Saragpon, and Doniver Soledad.
Atty. Antonio F. Marzan, who was also a CPA, was the guest speaker of the affair. He reminded everyone that poverty should not be a subject of disappointment but rather be the subject of inspiration, and that there was no limit to what one can accomplish.
President Palomo also attended the testimonial luncheon to deliver his congratulatory message, sharing as well some thoughts on poverty which he himself experienced as a youth.
An outpour of emotion proceeded when the honorees delivered their testimonials, most of whom sharing stories of their trials on their way to the board exams and how they overcame them.
Families of the honorees also attended the event. ###
United Students’ Party’s Ruby Grace R. Rosale was elected president of the 2010-2011 Supreme Student Council in the general synchronized student elections held on July 16, 2010.
Rosale, a senior nursing student and Ayala Young Leader, defeated Eagles Students’ Party standard-bearer Famela Marisse Tan (CHRIM) by 972 votes.
Rosale’s running mate Filwyn P. Villanueva of CHRIM won the vice-presidency by 644 votes over Ane Moraine M. Vafakish of CBA.
The USP (who clinched the majority for the second straight year) took over 71% of SSC seats, the top six positions having been occupied by (in addition to Rosale and Villanueva) Junieca M. Bernardo as secretary, Jeremie A. Del Rosario as treasurer, Roderick L. Aguilar as auditor, and Shimaski Manuel E. Moreno as press relations officer.
Also elected were Philip Justin G. Siwa (press relations officer), Reyzil B. Catalan and Janelle Roseanne T. Libunao (business managers).
Representatives include Joshua G. Gaetos for CoN, Charmaine Y. Soriano for CBA, Edisen F. Mamauag for CoT, Ferdinand Martin J. Bote for CCS, Loissa L. Parungao for CoEd, Jonathan M. Constantino for CAS, Kenneth Jelmar C. Tangliben for CCJE and Heherson G. Tangliben for CHRIM.
Dm Pascual and Jean Andrei M. Alvarez were voted high school and elementary governors, respectively.
The Commission on Student Elections (COMSELEC) in coordination with the OSA proclaimed the winners of the 2010 SSC and local council polls at 5:00 p.m. of the same day. ###
Rosale, a senior nursing student and Ayala Young Leader, defeated Eagles Students’ Party standard-bearer Famela Marisse Tan (CHRIM) by 972 votes.
Rosale’s running mate Filwyn P. Villanueva of CHRIM won the vice-presidency by 644 votes over Ane Moraine M. Vafakish of CBA.
The USP (who clinched the majority for the second straight year) took over 71% of SSC seats, the top six positions having been occupied by (in addition to Rosale and Villanueva) Junieca M. Bernardo as secretary, Jeremie A. Del Rosario as treasurer, Roderick L. Aguilar as auditor, and Shimaski Manuel E. Moreno as press relations officer.
Also elected were Philip Justin G. Siwa (press relations officer), Reyzil B. Catalan and Janelle Roseanne T. Libunao (business managers).
Representatives include Joshua G. Gaetos for CoN, Charmaine Y. Soriano for CBA, Edisen F. Mamauag for CoT, Ferdinand Martin J. Bote for CCS, Loissa L. Parungao for CoEd, Jonathan M. Constantino for CAS, Kenneth Jelmar C. Tangliben for CCJE and Heherson G. Tangliben for CHRIM.
Dm Pascual and Jean Andrei M. Alvarez were voted high school and elementary governors, respectively.
The Commission on Student Elections (COMSELEC) in coordination with the OSA proclaimed the winners of the 2010 SSC and local council polls at 5:00 p.m. of the same day. ###
For the sixth year in a row the College of Nursing managed to sweep across the scoreboards to top this year’s Palarong Wesleyan with 109 gold medals.
The CoN was followed by the College of Business and Accountancy, who got a total of 69 gold medals; the College of Hotel, Restaurant and Institution Management with 26 gold medals; The College of Criminal Justice Education with 23; the College of Computer Studies with 12 (27 silver medals); the College of Arts and Sciences with 12 (10 silver medals); the College of Engineering with 8; and the College of Education with 2.
The top-placing college of this year’s Palaro was determined using the gold-medal tally instead of the usual point system used in previous WUP intramurals. ###
The CoN was followed by the College of Business and Accountancy, who got a total of 69 gold medals; the College of Hotel, Restaurant and Institution Management with 26 gold medals; The College of Criminal Justice Education with 23; the College of Computer Studies with 12 (27 silver medals); the College of Arts and Sciences with 12 (10 silver medals); the College of Engineering with 8; and the College of Education with 2.
The top-placing college of this year’s Palaro was determined using the gold-medal tally instead of the usual point system used in previous WUP intramurals. ###
The cagers of the College of HRIM managed to come from behind and clutch a narrow victory over the College of Computer Studies Knights 97-96 to secure this year’s Palarong Wesleyan basketball title in a match dubbed as one of the most exciting and heart-stopping games ever played in Wesleyan at the University Gym last August 13.The HRIM Jaguars, who went past the preliminary rounds by four successive wins by default, trailed by as much as 23 points during the first half, a gap filled by silence among CHRIM bleachers.
During the half-time break, Jaguars Coach Darwin Morfe held a brief heart to heart talk with his players.
“Go hard, play hard, play with your heart, one team!” Morfe told his players, urging them to focus on the game to reduce the lead.
The Jaguars rallied on the second half with Nicholas Claudio firing away consecutive three-pointers that helped cut CCS lead to five.
They finally took their first lead in the match during the last three minutes of the fourth quarter, which was soon bolstered to a five-point lead with just a minute and 47 seconds remaining in the game.
The CCS Knights managed to level the game to 96, only to commit a foul which sent John Lord Germino to the free-throw line with just 6.2 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter.
Germino missed the first throw, but made the second one which became the winning shot of the game as the Knights failed their attempt to field a buzzer beater.
The team unanimously commented that they prayed and worked hard as a team, and according to them it was the secret to their victory.
Last year the combined colleges of CHRIM and CBAA (the College of Management and Accountancy or CMA) also won the title in the men’s basketball tournament of the Palaro.###
Twelve book companies pooled together along the lobby of the university auditorium for a three-day book fair held last August 10-12.Chief Librarian Dr. Carmelita A. Tiglao and her staff invited various publishers and book companies from Metro Manila to exhibit their latest academic reference books, textbooks and multimedia for all levels of learning up to the most recent copyright date.
Deans, faculty and students were invited to browse through different books and multimedia which can be used as instructional materials or simply as references in their fields of interest or study. The books and multimedia they chose were then requested for purchase.
The companies which participated in the book fair were Anvil Publishing Inc., Academic Book Sales, CD Books International Inc., Sta. Maria and Kelly Book Co., Belview Co., Linar Educational Materials, EDCA Publishing, New Century Books, FELTA, Great Books Trading, Omnibooks International and Creative Minds Books Co.
The University Library received 19 titles donated by CD Books Int’l, Inc. and three titles from Anvil Publishing, Inc. They paid P2,000 each as Book Fair Fee.
With its vast collection of different types of books the University library stands as the largest in Nueva Ecija.###
The university garnered a total of six awards in this year’s Search for the Best Libraries and Outstanding Librarians of Nueva Ecija in an awarding ceremony held last July 22 at the Conference Hall of the Department of Education – Division of Nueva Ecija Office in the Old Capitol of Cabanatuan City.Wesleyan’s Retired Chief Librarian Mrs. Adelina S. Bumanlag, retired High School Librarian Mr. Renato S. Dizon, and retired Graduate School Librarian Mrs. Virginia C. Ramos received awards along with current Chief Librarian Dr. Carmelita A. Tiglao.
Mrs. Clarita A. Capuyon was commemorated with a posthumous award for her outstanding service in the WUP library.
The WUP HS Library received a plaque of recognition and a P5,000 cash as one of the best libraries in the Private Secondary Schools category.
Organized by the Nueva Ecija Librarians Association (NELA), the search was the first in the province where librarians were honored for their exemplary services to their respective schools and communities. ###
Wesleyan University-Philippines through the College of Arts and Sciences hosted the Third Annual General Assembly and Regional Convention of the Association of Philippine Colleges of Arts and Sciences (APCAS), Region III last August 27.
A total of 67 deans and representatives from some 45 colleges and universities in the region participated in the event themed “The Role of General Education for Global Competitiveness.”
In welcoming the delegates WU-P President Manuel G. Palomo, Sr. cited the importance of the university’s own College of Arts and Sciences as the General Education provider for students of different colleges.
Ms. Lorna Yusi of the Commission on Higher Education Regional Office 3 (CHED-RO III) keynoted the affair with a discussion on the trends in program offerings and enrollment in Humanities, Social Sciences and Communication among Central Luzon higher education institutions.
Resource speakers included Dr. Felizardo Y. Francisco, director of the CHED Office of Programs and Standards, who discussed the topic “Revisiting CHED Policies and Standards in General Education”; Dr. Isagani Cruz, consultant on Academic Institutional Development of Far Eastern University, “Visioning the General Education Program”; and Dr. Conrado Iñigo, Jr., vice president for academic affairs of Lyceum of the Philippines University, “Matching General Education with Global Industry Needs.”
The APCAS Region III Board is composed of Dr. Edgar G. Galang of Systems Plus College Foundation, president; Dr. Epifania S. Gosioco of Pampanga Agricultural College, vice president; Dr. Carmela S. Dizon of Angeles University Foundation, secretary; Dr. Gloria B. Abrazado of Republic Central Colleges, treasurer; Dr. Beverlyn I. Agustin of Ramon Magsaysay Technological Institute, PRO; Dr. Narcisa R. Figuerres of Magsaysay Memorial College, auditor; and directors Dr. Virigina O. del Rosario of WUP, Dr. Nilda Hugo of Mt. Carmel College, Dr. Eduarto R. Cortez of Bataan Peninsula State University, Dr. Arnel T. Sicat of the University of the Assumption, Dr. Francisca Y. Gallego of Dr. Yanga’s Colleges, Inc., Dr. Teresita R. Dumlao of Columban College, Dr. Ramiro Plopino of Baliuag University and the immediate past president, Dr. Aurora C. Gonzales. ###
A total of 67 deans and representatives from some 45 colleges and universities in the region participated in the event themed “The Role of General Education for Global Competitiveness.”
In welcoming the delegates WU-P President Manuel G. Palomo, Sr. cited the importance of the university’s own College of Arts and Sciences as the General Education provider for students of different colleges.
Ms. Lorna Yusi of the Commission on Higher Education Regional Office 3 (CHED-RO III) keynoted the affair with a discussion on the trends in program offerings and enrollment in Humanities, Social Sciences and Communication among Central Luzon higher education institutions.
Resource speakers included Dr. Felizardo Y. Francisco, director of the CHED Office of Programs and Standards, who discussed the topic “Revisiting CHED Policies and Standards in General Education”; Dr. Isagani Cruz, consultant on Academic Institutional Development of Far Eastern University, “Visioning the General Education Program”; and Dr. Conrado Iñigo, Jr., vice president for academic affairs of Lyceum of the Philippines University, “Matching General Education with Global Industry Needs.”
The APCAS Region III Board is composed of Dr. Edgar G. Galang of Systems Plus College Foundation, president; Dr. Epifania S. Gosioco of Pampanga Agricultural College, vice president; Dr. Carmela S. Dizon of Angeles University Foundation, secretary; Dr. Gloria B. Abrazado of Republic Central Colleges, treasurer; Dr. Beverlyn I. Agustin of Ramon Magsaysay Technological Institute, PRO; Dr. Narcisa R. Figuerres of Magsaysay Memorial College, auditor; and directors Dr. Virigina O. del Rosario of WUP, Dr. Nilda Hugo of Mt. Carmel College, Dr. Eduarto R. Cortez of Bataan Peninsula State University, Dr. Arnel T. Sicat of the University of the Assumption, Dr. Francisca Y. Gallego of Dr. Yanga’s Colleges, Inc., Dr. Teresita R. Dumlao of Columban College, Dr. Ramiro Plopino of Baliuag University and the immediate past president, Dr. Aurora C. Gonzales. ###
The College of Arts and Sciences’ Language and Literature Department led the celebration of the Buwan ng Wika last August 26.
The celebration, themed “Sa pangangalaga ng Wika at Kalikasan, Wagas na pagmamahal talagang Kailangan” featured competitions on Dagliang Talumpati, Tulang Pasalaysay, Paggawa ng Poster, Paggawa ng Slogan, Isahang Awit, Dalawahang Awit, Katutubong Sayaw and Interpretibong Sayaw.
The College of Computer Studies (CCS) grabbed the over-all championship after winning four categories. The CCS bagged the trophy in the Interpretatibong Sayaw, while Janine Robles won in the Isahang Awit as well as in the Dalawahang Awit with her partner Melquisedec del Rosario.
Other winners were Kathleen Gonzales (CBA, 1st place), Vanns Payawal (CHRIM, 2nd place) and Abigail Junia (CAS, 3rd place) in Dagliang Talumpati; Rein Parinas (CAS, 1st place), Anna Aurea Ramos (HRIM, 2nd place) and Oscar Angelo Ipurong (CBA, 3rd place) in the Tulang Pasalaysay; Gianne Jordan Gatcho (CBA, 1st place), Myra Gabinay (CoEd, 2nd place), and Julie Ann Luna (CAS, third) in Pagsulat ng Sanaysay; and Christina Yambot (CBA, 1st), Oscar Organia (CoE, 2nd place), and Billinger Graganta (CCS, 3rd place) in Paggawa ng Slogan.
On the other hand, the CoN won the Katutubong Sayaw category followed by CAS and CoEd in 2nd and 3rd places, respectively, while in the Interpretatibong Sayaw CoN ranked second, followed by the College of Engineering.
CAS faculty member Prof. Evangeline Agpoon was the over-all chair of the events, which was also overseen by Language and Literature Coordinator Prof. Marietta V. Reyes and CAS Dean Dr. Virginia O. del Rosario.###
The celebration, themed “Sa pangangalaga ng Wika at Kalikasan, Wagas na pagmamahal talagang Kailangan” featured competitions on Dagliang Talumpati, Tulang Pasalaysay, Paggawa ng Poster, Paggawa ng Slogan, Isahang Awit, Dalawahang Awit, Katutubong Sayaw and Interpretibong Sayaw.
The College of Computer Studies (CCS) grabbed the over-all championship after winning four categories. The CCS bagged the trophy in the Interpretatibong Sayaw, while Janine Robles won in the Isahang Awit as well as in the Dalawahang Awit with her partner Melquisedec del Rosario.
Other winners were Kathleen Gonzales (CBA, 1st place), Vanns Payawal (CHRIM, 2nd place) and Abigail Junia (CAS, 3rd place) in Dagliang Talumpati; Rein Parinas (CAS, 1st place), Anna Aurea Ramos (HRIM, 2nd place) and Oscar Angelo Ipurong (CBA, 3rd place) in the Tulang Pasalaysay; Gianne Jordan Gatcho (CBA, 1st place), Myra Gabinay (CoEd, 2nd place), and Julie Ann Luna (CAS, third) in Pagsulat ng Sanaysay; and Christina Yambot (CBA, 1st), Oscar Organia (CoE, 2nd place), and Billinger Graganta (CCS, 3rd place) in Paggawa ng Slogan.
On the other hand, the CoN won the Katutubong Sayaw category followed by CAS and CoEd in 2nd and 3rd places, respectively, while in the Interpretatibong Sayaw CoN ranked second, followed by the College of Engineering.
CAS faculty member Prof. Evangeline Agpoon was the over-all chair of the events, which was also overseen by Language and Literature Coordinator Prof. Marietta V. Reyes and CAS Dean Dr. Virginia O. del Rosario.###
Dr. Clarafe A. Gonzales, University Research director and Prof. Ruth C. Alfonso of the College of Arts and Sciences and adviser of Genre and Telon presented papers during the 7th National Conference sponsored by the Philippine Association of Institutions for Research (PAIR) last August 22-25 in Cagayan de Oro.
Dr. Gonzales’s paper was entitled “Student Assistantship as a Gateway to Professional Development: the Wesleyan Experience,” while Prof. Alfonso’s paper was entitled “T.E.L.O.N. and Wesleyan Performing Groups: A Showcase of Institutional Image and Culture.”
The abstracts of their researches were published in the printed proceedings of the said conference which centered on the theme “Institutional Research and Journal Publications.”
Among the highlights of the said conference was the keynote speech and lecture given by Dr. Daina Paupe Henry, External Relations director of the Association of Institutional Research (AIR), USA of which PAIR is now affiliated with as member.
The national president of PAIR is currently Dr. Genaro V. Japos, research director of the Liceo de Cagayan University.
Wesleyan University – Philippines is an institutional member of PAIR as well as a seat of Region III PAIR-member institutions. ###
WUP alumna Rose Marielle C. Mamaclay made a name for herself and her country after being adjudged Grand Champion Performer in the 14th World Championships of the Performing Arts (WCOPA), which concluded at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel in Hollywood, California last July 25.The 2006 BS HRM graduate known by her screen name Marielle Corpus also took two special awards, one as Overall Champion in the Pop Category and the other as Overall World Champion in the Open Category.
The 24 year-old Cabanatueña has already proven her talent in the same event in 2008 as part of the Philippine delegation to the same events, wherein she collected several awards including gold medals in the Female Vocal Broadway, Female Vocal Contemporary and Female Vocal Pop categories within the 18-24 year-old age bracket.
She was the only Filipino who made it past to the final round of the Senior Division that year.
Among Mamaclay’s managers were Charie Vega and Asia’s Queen of Songs Ms. Pilita Corrales. ###
WUP alumna Rose Marielle C. Mamaclay made a name for herself and her country after being adjudged Grand Champion Performer in the 14th World Championships of the Performing Arts (WCOPA), which concluded at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel in Hollywood, California last July 25.
The 2006 BS HRM graduate known by her screen name Marielle Corpus also took two special awards, one as Overall Champion in the Pop Category and the other as Overall World Champion in the Open Category.
The 24 year-old Cabanatueña has already proven her talent in the same event in 2008 as part of the Philippine delegation to the same events, wherein she collected several awards including gold medals in the Female Vocal Broadway, Female Vocal Contemporary and Female Vocal Pop categories within the 18-24 year-old age bracket.
She was the only Filipino who made it past to the final round of the Senior Division that year.
Among Mamaclay’s managers were Charie Vega and Asia’s Queen of Songs Ms. Pilita Corrales. ###
The 2006 BS HRM graduate known by her screen name Marielle Corpus also took two special awards, one as Overall Champion in the Pop Category and the other as Overall World Champion in the Open Category.
The 24 year-old Cabanatueña has already proven her talent in the same event in 2008 as part of the Philippine delegation to the same events, wherein she collected several awards including gold medals in the Female Vocal Broadway, Female Vocal Contemporary and Female Vocal Pop categories within the 18-24 year-old age bracket.
She was the only Filipino who made it past to the final round of the Senior Division that year.
Among Mamaclay’s managers were Charie Vega and Asia’s Queen of Songs Ms. Pilita Corrales. ###
President Manuel G. Palomo spoke before 2, 000 global youth leaders during this year’s World Camp organized by the International Youth Fellowship (IYF) in Busan, South Korea on July 6 to 17, 2010.President Palomo, who was appointed national adviser of IYF-Philippines, attended the events with Prof. Expectacion Gonzales, RP’s regional representative from Central Luzon.
Chosen to speak before the huge crowd because of his academic experience, MGP’s speech was witnessed by hundreds of thousands of people around the world through IYF’s media partner the Good News Network.
During his stay he was aided by South Korean National Assembly Vice Speaker Chung Hwa-Eui and by Parliament Member Ki Kwon Do, along with IYF founder Ock-Soo Park, who also invited the president to speak in their future world camps around the world.
His stay in Korea afforded MGP time to visit the 125 year-old Yonsei University in Seoul, where he finished his Master of Arts in Economics in 1970. Yonsei is considered one of the top universities in South Korea.
Yonsei University President Kim Han-Joong gave MGP a special Yonsei necktie as memento before his departure.###
A brand new gateway connecting Cushman Campus to Maharlika Highway has been formally inaugurated in a simple ceremony held last July 2.
Constructed on a property adjacent to the Motorpool and bought from the Avanceña and Licup families, the WUP North Gate provides Wesleyans convenient access to the highway without having to pass through the bustling street of Mabini Extension.
It also serves to relieve the main gate of heavy traffic, as well as to avoid incidents of snatching and physical assault as some guards have been stationed in the area.
The soft opening coincided with WUP’s Thanksgiving Celebrations and was witnessed by some Wesleyan faculty and staff.
President Palomo made a brief speech after the gate was blessed by University Chaplain Rev. Rodel Layugan.
Construction of the main gate was under the supervision of Chief Administrative Officer Mr. Manuel V. Palomo, Jr. ###
Students from the College of Hotel, Restaurant and Institution Management once more excelled in the Annual Toque-Off Culinary Competition held at the Mimosa Golf and Country Club last September 15-17.The Wesleyan team brought home a total of seven medals from the competition themed “Kapampangan Gastronomique,” signifying preparation of a festive meal for a holiday or gala celebration.
The awardees from Wesleyan were Rhea Joy D. C. Sumaguio, gold medallist in the One Pot Stage Cookery; Gino Carlo S. Simbillo, also gold medallist in Bartending and Flairtending; Wildelyn R. Fernandez and Ronna Mae S. Gamoso, silver medallists in Patisserie, Modern Cake Decorating Freestyle; and Sherilyn S. Dicen and Marvin N. Santos, bronze medallists in Fruit and Vegetable Carving.
The organizers expanded the categories especially in cookery to showcase the various culinary skills and talents of students enrolled in HRM courses. The Toque Off competition is jointly sponsored by the Department of Tourism and the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Pampanga.
The trainor and coaches of the HRM team were Mr. Jess Eslao, Prof. Michelle E. Tangonan and Prof. Phylbert Radyl G. Bello. ###
In line with the expanding programs of the Office of the University Development and Alumni Relations (formerly the Office of Alumni Affairs), a new and modern “Alumni Centre” is set to open this year on a three-story building situated in a newly-acquired property along Maharlika Highway.Under the initiative of University Development and Alumni Relations Director Prof. Antonio Jose D. Celis, the center aims to become the income-generating arm of his department.
According to Alumni Associate Mr. Nico Isaias D. Rivera, the new venture will boast of amenities aiming to bring the Wesleyan Spirit.
It will feature a hostel primarily planned to accommodate alumni visiting the university and wishing to stay overnight.
The building, which is to be equipped with function rooms and an executive lounge, will also house the offices of Development & Alumni Relations and the WU-P Alumni Association.
The OUDAR team is now conducting a feasibility study on the prospect of commercializing the hostel. Due to its location and proximity to key business centers, residential areas and major thoroughfares attracting more than 100,000 people daily, the office also intends to put up business spaces open to bidders in the banking, restaurant, coffee shop, retail and 24/7 convenience store industries.
It will also feature a “Memorabilia Corner” as well as a landscaped gallery for notable and successful alumni. The gallery will be made visible to people passing the North Gate to establish a sense of pride and motivation.
Plans of putting up a large electronic billboard facing the highway to create a techie appeal and add sophistication to the university are now on-track.###
WUP’s College of Nursing batch 2013 conducted its Capping, Pinning, Dedication and Candle Lighting Ceremonies last September 17 at the Nueva Ecija Convention Center in Palayan City.
The ceremony’s theme this year was “Facing Future Challenges in the Caring Profession with Passion and Determination.”
Three hundred thirty sophomores from Cushman Campus and three students from WUP’s Maria Aurora Campus were accompanied by their parents, clinical and academic instructors, and their dean Dr. Melania C. Cenon, together with President Manuel G. Palomo.
Mrs. Elizabeth R. Roxas, dean of Baliuag University’s College of Nursing was the guest speaker of the event. She delivered a message which focused on the responsibilities of a nurse and the real essence of service.
The occasion’s highlight was the entrance of Miss Florence Nightingale in the person of Ms. Danica Marie C. Baluyot and the audiovisual presentation accompanied by three song numbers performed by Prof. Juanito A. Mandia, Prof. Mark Anthony A. Mendez and Prof. Norvin T. Miguel.
The ceremony ended with the recital of the Florence Nightingale Pledge by the candidates followed by the singing of their class song entitled “We Will Carry the Torch.” ###
The ceremony’s theme this year was “Facing Future Challenges in the Caring Profession with Passion and Determination.”
Three hundred thirty sophomores from Cushman Campus and three students from WUP’s Maria Aurora Campus were accompanied by their parents, clinical and academic instructors, and their dean Dr. Melania C. Cenon, together with President Manuel G. Palomo.
Mrs. Elizabeth R. Roxas, dean of Baliuag University’s College of Nursing was the guest speaker of the event. She delivered a message which focused on the responsibilities of a nurse and the real essence of service.
The occasion’s highlight was the entrance of Miss Florence Nightingale in the person of Ms. Danica Marie C. Baluyot and the audiovisual presentation accompanied by three song numbers performed by Prof. Juanito A. Mandia, Prof. Mark Anthony A. Mendez and Prof. Norvin T. Miguel.
The ceremony ended with the recital of the Florence Nightingale Pledge by the candidates followed by the singing of their class song entitled “We Will Carry the Torch.” ###
Thirty eight participants from the College of HRIM competed last September 2-4 in the culinary skills competition held at the Baguio Country Club, Camp John Hay and SM Baguio.
This competition highlighted the 7th Annual Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Weekend, with 37 schools and universities participating in the student category, 18 in the professional division coming from different hotel and restaurant establishments and 49 observers from different schools nationwide.
For the past four years, the college of HRIM consistently brought home awards for the university. This year, Wesleyan got four gold medals with two distinctions, both in the Fruit and Vegetable Carving categories.
In all 32 categories, it was only in the Fruit and Vegetable Carving category where Wesleyan was awarded the Gold with Distinction medals. It means that our students got a perfect score of 100% for the rendition of their artwork using tropical fruits and vegetables.
In addition to the four gold medals, Wesleyan also got six silver, eight bronze and two diplomas during the awarding ceremonies held at Camp John Hay.
WUP ranked Top 4 over-all in the said culinary competition. ###
This competition highlighted the 7th Annual Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Weekend, with 37 schools and universities participating in the student category, 18 in the professional division coming from different hotel and restaurant establishments and 49 observers from different schools nationwide.
For the past four years, the college of HRIM consistently brought home awards for the university. This year, Wesleyan got four gold medals with two distinctions, both in the Fruit and Vegetable Carving categories.
In all 32 categories, it was only in the Fruit and Vegetable Carving category where Wesleyan was awarded the Gold with Distinction medals. It means that our students got a perfect score of 100% for the rendition of their artwork using tropical fruits and vegetables.
In addition to the four gold medals, Wesleyan also got six silver, eight bronze and two diplomas during the awarding ceremonies held at Camp John Hay.
WUP ranked Top 4 over-all in the said culinary competition. ###
The Palomo administration last October 1 donated a complete set of desktop computer to the Nueva Ecija Provincial Police Office (NEPPO) to affirm the continuing partnership between Wesleyan University – Philippines (WUP) and the Philippine National Police (PNP).
President Manuel Palomo and Board of Trustees Chairman Pacifico Boy Aniag went to the NEPPO headquarters in Cabanatuan City during the short recess of their meeting in the Executive Commission (ExeComm) to officially present to the PNP a brand new two-gigabyte ASUS CORE 13 unit.
The president said it was a sign of WUP’s willingness to help the PNP serve the Novo Ecijanos better.
“Ito ay isang pagtulong ng private sector upang tumaas ang capability ng PNP sa paglilingkod sa ating pamayanan,” the president told the media.
Senior Supt. Roberto Aliggayu, provincial director of the PNP, thanked WUP for the donation.
“Ikinagagalak po naming maging recipient ng WUP as a token of our partnership,” Aliggayu said.
Aside from the hardware, WUP, through the Office of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), also pledged the provision of technical assistance and computer literacy training to the police force.
College of Criminal Justice Education Dean Mario Rosete and ICT Head Dr. Gilbert Tumibay headed the arrangement of units and software. The PNP uses the Personal Information System (PIS) and the National Crime Information System (NCIS) software as their operational programs.
The donation was the first phase of WUP’s agenda to help the PNP in improving its policemen in terms of technology and analytical skills. Last year WUP has trained two batches in the areas of computer literacy and critical thinking. ###
President Manuel Palomo and Board of Trustees Chairman Pacifico Boy Aniag went to the NEPPO headquarters in Cabanatuan City during the short recess of their meeting in the Executive Commission (ExeComm) to officially present to the PNP a brand new two-gigabyte ASUS CORE 13 unit.
The president said it was a sign of WUP’s willingness to help the PNP serve the Novo Ecijanos better.
“Ito ay isang pagtulong ng private sector upang tumaas ang capability ng PNP sa paglilingkod sa ating pamayanan,” the president told the media.
Senior Supt. Roberto Aliggayu, provincial director of the PNP, thanked WUP for the donation.
“Ikinagagalak po naming maging recipient ng WUP as a token of our partnership,” Aliggayu said.
Aside from the hardware, WUP, through the Office of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), also pledged the provision of technical assistance and computer literacy training to the police force.
College of Criminal Justice Education Dean Mario Rosete and ICT Head Dr. Gilbert Tumibay headed the arrangement of units and software. The PNP uses the Personal Information System (PIS) and the National Crime Information System (NCIS) software as their operational programs.
The donation was the first phase of WUP’s agenda to help the PNP in improving its policemen in terms of technology and analytical skills. Last year WUP has trained two batches in the areas of computer literacy and critical thinking. ###
Top-caliber personalities from different sectors graced last semester’s flag-raising ceremonies as guest speaker at the University Gymnasium.
Cabanatuan City Mayor Jay Vergara attended the events twice as guest speaker in the June and August ceremonies.
Vergara delivered speeches declaring the importance of education in uplifting the lives of Novo Ecijanos.
Newly-installed Nueva Ecija Provincial Police Office (NEPPO) Director Roberto Aliggayu spoke in the September ceremony, and in the succeeding forum addressed issues about drugs, jueteng, tricycle fares and the recent rumors about the “wakwak,” or a syndicate said to be responsible to alleged cases of disappearance and murder of some students, cases which he confirmed to be non-existent.
In October, Ray A. Gapuz, founder of the R. A. Gapuz Review Center (the official review center of the CoN) urged students and teachers to engage more in experiential learning methods as a way of cultivating quality learning and thereby producing more board passers.
Each ceremony was followed by an open forum at the HRM Function Hall, where student leaders and university personnel were given the opportunity to ask speakers anything about their speech or their field. ###
Cabanatuan City Mayor Jay Vergara attended the events twice as guest speaker in the June and August ceremonies.
Vergara delivered speeches declaring the importance of education in uplifting the lives of Novo Ecijanos.
Newly-installed Nueva Ecija Provincial Police Office (NEPPO) Director Roberto Aliggayu spoke in the September ceremony, and in the succeeding forum addressed issues about drugs, jueteng, tricycle fares and the recent rumors about the “wakwak,” or a syndicate said to be responsible to alleged cases of disappearance and murder of some students, cases which he confirmed to be non-existent.
In October, Ray A. Gapuz, founder of the R. A. Gapuz Review Center (the official review center of the CoN) urged students and teachers to engage more in experiential learning methods as a way of cultivating quality learning and thereby producing more board passers.
Each ceremony was followed by an open forum at the HRM Function Hall, where student leaders and university personnel were given the opportunity to ask speakers anything about their speech or their field. ###
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