© 2010 Wesleyan University - Philippines

By Wheingelito A. Pascua

Trip kong umawit
ng awit sa kanto,
Di maayos ang daloy,
sintunado.
Walang huhusga,
walang paligsahan,
Sa lahat,
‘tong masarap sabayan.

Tulad ng awit
ng malalaya,
Mayr’ong saya
kahit sa simpleng nota;
nailalabas
lungkot at ligaya;
dahan-dahan,
kumukulay nang kusa.

Gusto kong umawit,
di tulad ng dati
Na pagalingan
at pataasan.
Mas Masaya kung
puso ang iiral.
At sana’y makaawit
nang may kasabayan.

Tulad ng isang kanta,
Buhay ko,
sana’y may musika,
may aawit na kasama
sa luha man o sa tuwa.
Ngunit di tulad
ng isang awit,
Sana ay walang patid.

Nais ko ang umawit
sa ‘king panaginip.
Kasama kita roon
hanggang sa pag-idlip.
Nais kong awitin
ito habang buhay.
Hanggang sa paglamig
ng aking mga kamay.

A POPULAR DEBATE GOING ON FOR many years concerns whether to pertain to the members of the WU-P community (Management, staff, faculty and students) as “Wesleyanians” or simply as “Wesleyans.”
 
“Wesleyans” argue that the word “Wesleyanian” is redundant in its application of the endonymic suffix –ian added to the already-suffixed proper noun Wesley. Case in point is Mr. Jerome Dayao’s article which appeared in the 2005-2006 edition of Genré magazine, in which he mentioned in passing the inappropriateness of the term “Wesleyanian,” among other redundancies in the English language. Others cite that all institutions around the world named after Wesley use the term “Wesleyan” instead of “Wesleyanian” when referring to its students and personnel.

On the other hand, “Wesleyanians” point out that since the term “Wesleyan” as a name of the institution becomes in itself a proper noun, the suffix -ian may be added when pertaining to the members of the institution. According to Prof. Ramon Valmonte of the College of Arts and Sciences “Wesleyanian” is used “probably to distinguish the students from the school. ‘Wesleyan’ (adj.) modifies/describes the school and ‘Wesleyanian’ (n.) identifies the students of the ‘Wesleyan school.’”
 
It could be said that “Wesleyanian” is a nonstandard word (just like “irregardless” and “subliminable”) which, because of being widely-used by many “Wesleyanians” for decades, can no longer be considered a new coinage but qualified itself as a part of WU-P’s regular vocabulary, the same when US President Warren Harding’s buzzword “normalcy” entered common usage.
 
The editor of your Updates leaves the matter open for discussion among the WU-P community. However, for this and other succeeding issues we will be using the term “Wesleyan” merely to obey one of the main pillars of journalism – brevity. Whenever the term “Wesleyan” is written it will be used in the same sense as “Wesleyanian.” It’s for you to decide or to debate which name suits more appropriately. Anyway, “a rose by any other name still smells as sweet.”
 
A Wesleyan, by any other name is still synonymous with achievement. ###

By Prof. Expectacion C. Gonzales

THINGS JUST DON’T HAPPEN. We, the People make them happen. And when they do, it is not because luck is on our side, but because, we saw to it that things should come to pass the way we intended them to be. We make things happen for a purpose.

On the road to accomplishment, a good leader paves the way for a smoother and a conducive work environment. However, it is also a mark of good leadership, if that leader is able to surmount the odds of the job with the help and support of his subordinates.

At Wesleyan, all it needs to attain that elusive industrial peace and unity of purpose are people who look at the same direction and working towards one ultimate goal. They are themselves team players who make the load lighter simply because they are in sync with one another in pushing and pulling to ensure that the pieces all fit perfectly to create a desired whole.

Needless to say, it is a given that a coordinated and matched movement may not always be achieved as there are a few who go out of tune because they are driven by a different motive-mostly personal and self-serving.

In a community where unity and oneness of purpose and intention is a must and should be primordial, playing one’s part willingly and with utmost commitment necessitates forgetting one’ personal agenda for the interest of the greater number. When one sets aside selfish intention and the concept of personal grandeur, it is easier to accept that he is simply a part and not the totality of things.

The wholeness of a person is not measured in terms of the beauty of the face nor the excellence of one’s mind, rather, it is in his body’s ability to communicate to its various parts to move in unison, perform a task with the grace of rhythmic musicality of notes to create one delightful melody.

Then life becomes more beautiful, and brokenness --- now a thing of the immediate past.

Now that’s not hard to do. Or is it? ###

WAS IT THE PHILOSOPHER Aristotle who said that “education is the best provision for old age”?

These words of wisdom coming from a prominent figure in 322 BC was dwelling on some philosophy that up to now is still very relevant, pertinent and germane to man’s existence. However, let me add to what he had conveyed, not necessarily contradicting his wisdom: “What education provides for is here and now and in the future. Growing old is imminent, but why wait for the sunset when one can make hays at his most sunny days?”

Education is a timeless and priceless possession that never goes out of style. It begins when life begins but does not end when life ends. The remarkable messages and significance of education remain even when man himself perishes. From 223 BC up to now, man is saying the same thing – education never ceases and if there is one thing that will carry you through fortunate and unfortunate encounters, it is knowledge, skills, values and faith in God made available to you through the right and proper education.

Togas and diplomas are symbols of completing one important phase in your life, yet someone in the distant past said that after graduation your schooling may be over, but education continues. When you think it is over, the truth is, it isn’t over yet. After graduation, you shall be busy preparing for your respective board examination. We all believe that the culmination of your four or five years of college life will only be meaningful and significant when you successfully hurdled the dreaded licensure examination. However, making it or not, passing it with flying color or simply passing it for the sake of passing, the fact remains that there’s a new world out there to be conquered.

When you embark on that new life, I hope you will not only think of economic prosperity as your main goal. Man’s success is not only measured in terms of how much money he has in the banks, or how big a house he has built, or how many cars he owns or what his worth is in Dollars or Euros, but also on intangible possessions synonymous with his name.

A man of success is known for his integrity, faithfulness, lawfulness, and a sense of justice.

He is counted as a friend not only by his colleagues in the business but in the communities of the poor and the needy, of the less privileged, the underprivileged, and the marginalized.

He is concerned with his environment, supporting the cause for its preservation and restitution.

A man of success is an honorable man who places the interest of his country above that of others. His love for his country is apparent and evident. He may be leaving it for a while and work abroad, but distance or being away from it is of no consequence. He gets himself involved in matters that affect the keeping of the peace and order of his nation. The forthcoming election will test his integrity as a voter, his vigilance as a concerned citizen and his resolution not to be cheated by his own government.

Soon you shall trek the path towards the fulfillment of your dreams. You are on the threshold of something undefined yet exciting enough to create that ripple of excitement, apprehension and hesitation in you. You might ask yourself:

“Am I ready for the world outside?

“Is my college training enough to allow me to with whatever comes my way?”

“Shall I be able to get a job immediately?”

“In a highly competitive world, where do I stand and what are my chances?”

“Who will help me go through this bewildering episode in my life?”

Jittery about the future?

Never fear, my dear Wesleyans. Being afraid should not at all get you out of focus. Instead, the feeling of uneasiness should catapult you to a posture of activity, energy and vigor. Do not forget that you came from Wesleyan University – Philippines, crafted well, honed to become the revered leaders of the trusty followers of tomorrow. You were prepared for a global village where new ideas abound, where opportunities crisscross with challenges, where obstacles deter your way, and where falsehood may appear like they’re truths.

With globalization, the world becomes smaller and smaller, making everything within your reach. Never have there been lots of opportunities for young people as well as the adults to access information so easily, ready for consumption and utilization by the bold and the daring. In a highly globalized village of chances and prospects, I assure you my dear Wesleyans that you are ready for it because we made sure you are equipped and armed to face the future with confidence, with clarity of purpose and with high resolve to make a difference.

I would surmise that your deepest fear may not be because you are inadequate. Your real fear is that you, maybe, are powerful beyond measure. Often, it is our light rather than our darkness that frightens us most. Being in the light is a gargantuan task, so huge we are overwhelmed and engulfed in fear.

Did it dawn on you that getting a college education is a big responsibility? To whom much is given, much is expected. All eyes are focused on the one who is most likely to succeed, to accomplish and to bring glory to them all because he got an education.

That, my dear graduates, is a challenge you will have to face sooner or later. It may fire you up, inspire you, push you to your limits. Or it may frighten you to your wits, make you recede or withdraw, and give up when you have not even started. More people will place their bets on you now, give you some years to prove yourself; give themselves some years to prove they are right.

Take one step at a time, take big leaps if necessary, and take small steps towards your future. Take the road that is least taken or not taken at all. It maybe at the end of the road where you find what you’re seeking.

Do not be afraid to commit mistakes, they are inevitable. A lot of learning comes from the commission of errors and eventually rectifying them. You have never learned when the errors done were not recognized and corrected. Admit that you have made a mistake. That’s humility unparalleled.

You have to start making your mark, a mark that will reverberate anywhere in the four corners of the world. My only request is when that mark is shaped and outlined, we wish to see clearly the emblem of your Alma Mater unmistakably distinct, unmistakably bearing that stamp of a Wesleyan-Methodist tradition we are all so proud of.

The attainment of a desired future lies in good hands—your own. Life is what you make it after listening intently to God’s whispers of direction and guidance. Then, you can never go wrong.

As you journey through clear paths and labyrinths, through wide roads and narrow ones, through endless highways and dead ends, never forget that you have been lucky to have a family that unceasingly supports and loves you, a school like Wesleyan which trained you intellectually, spiritually and socially, a peer group who shared good and bad times with you, a community of worshippers who nourishes your spiritual wanting and One God who made all things possible.

When you leave the gateway of this beloved institution, take with you everything you have acquired from it. Take them to your next point of destination. Influence others to do better. Make yourself the role model. Every learning added to your reservoir of knowledge should be utilized to benefit your family, you fellowmen and your country.###

Rivera was 3rd place in the Sports Writing Category in English, while Pascual won 1st place in Sports Writing in Filipino and Alfonso won 2nd place in Opinion Writing in Filipino.

“This is a good start for us, considering that our high school participants are neophytes” remarked Mr. Mark Alvin dela Cruz, adviser of The Wesleyanian.

Prof. Ruth C. Alfonso, adviser of Genré, also expressed her delight as the campus writers were able to give honor to the university once again.

Meanwhile, Prof. Expectacion C. Gonzales lectured on book writing in parallel sessions with press advisers.

This is the first time SPAM had invited participants from the basic education department.

The delegates were joined by OSA Director, Dr. Priscila A. Santos. ###

FRESH GRADUATES MCDARYL B. Valiente and Karen Hudencial managed to get through the regional stage in the 2010 search for the Ten Outstanding Students of the Philippines (TOSP) after a lengthy screening process which concluded on April 23 in San Fernando, Pampanga.

WU-P has opened Associate and Bachelor of Science courses in Radiologic Technology (ART and BSRT) with an enrolment of at least 15 students to begin classes in the associate level this semester.

The course was introduced along with the two-year Diploma in Midwifery.

Graduates of the three-year ART may pursue one more year of studies to earn the degree of Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology (BSRT). A professional in ART/BSRT is eligible for employment in hospitals and medical centers tasked with the operation of radiologic equipment.

The WU-P General Hospital uses the most modern equipments in Computer Tomography Scanning, DSA Interventional Radiology, and Cardiac Catherization, along with a Diagnostic X-ray machine and a Nuclear Medicine Unit.

WU-P is the only school that offers ladderized curriculum program for BSRT. Also, it is the only university which can arrange for graduates’ RadTech Board Examination in any US state to be taken locally, and will qualify successful examinees to practice their preferred area. ###

THE PRACTICE OF CONDUCTING the flag ceremony in the University which has long-been overlooked by past administrators is now being held regularly since October 2009.

President Palomo saw the significance of honoring the flag in a monthly ritual in the university as the institution’s way of paying homage to our national symbol and reminding the constituency of their duties as Filipinos.

The rites include the entrance of colors, highlighted by the singing of the national anthem, recitation of the “Panatang Makabayan,” “Panunumpa sa Watawat” and “Pagpupugay sa Watawat” and the singing of the Cabanatuan and Nueva Ecija marches, Wesleyan Hymn and “Bayan Ko” as the concluding song.

The event was made more significant by the presence of a guest speaker during each event who shared the revered moment with the students, faculty and staff.

Prominent personalities who have graced the ocassion since October last year were NE Senior Police Supt. Ricardo Marquez of PNP, Governor Aurelio Umali, Mayor Alvin Vergara, General Irineo Espino of the 7th Infantry Division, AFP, Schools Division Supt. Of Cabanatuan City Malcolm Garma and CHED III Regional OIC Director Maria Consolacion D. Cristobal.

Held once a month, usually on the first Monday, about a thousand join the activity at the University Gym. ###

THREE WESLEYAN mentors were awarded the distinction of being among this year’s Ten Outstanding PERAA (Private Education Retirement Annuity Association) Members or TOPM, in a ceremony held in the social hall of the InterContinental Hotel in Makati City on October 22, 2009.

THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (DepEd) divisions of Cabanatuan City and Nueva Ecija, in cooperation with Wesleyan University – Philippines conducted a Teacher Induction Program (TIP) on April 19-23, 2010 at the WU-P Auditorium.

The program was divided to plenary and parallel sessions.

In the plenary sessions speakers included Dr. Renato S. Tan for Standard Competencies in Mathematics, Education Supervisor Salome P. Manuel for Standard Competencies in Science, ES Velma G. Parungao for Standard Competencies in English, Prof. Gladys P. Mangiduyos for Critical Thinking in Pedagogy, Dr. Cecilia V. Lucena for Critical Thinking/ Les
DepEd, Wesleyan launches…

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son Planning Remodelling, Dr. Gener S. Subia for Constructivism, Prof. Ramon Valmonte on the Mother Tongue as Bridge to Multilingual Education, Dr. Nieves Paguagan for Classroom Management, and Dr. Beatriz G. Torno for NCBTS/TEDP/Experiential Learning Courses.

Parallel lessons on Mathematics, Science and English were conducted by Dr. Gener S. Subia, Engr. Melquiades A. Guevarra, Dr. Erlinda F. Apostol and Prof. Anita M. Guevarra.

The program received an excellent over-all evaluation.

“The facilitators are very supportive. I’m hoping [for a] second Teachers’ Induction Program,” one of the evaluators said.

“There should be another seminar like this. Every teacher should experience this seminar to get them on the right track of teaching,” another said. ###

THE NEWLY LANDSCAPED PLAYground and wading pool, and newly-built nipa hut of the Center for Child Development were inaugurated last August 14, 2009.

The ceremony began with the song for young children “Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God,” after which President Manuel G. Palomo, OIC Dean Gladys Mangiduyos of the College of Education, and CCD Supervisor Lucille Grace C. Hilario proceeded with the cutting of the ribbon.
 
The ceremonial dedication was led by Rev. Abraham E. Natividad.

The CCD Teachers, Pupils and Parents were very happy as they threw grains all over the play ground as a symbol of thanksgiving to God for the safe and beautiful recreational area for children.###

NOTED ABS-CBN TV AND RADIO broadcaster Korina Sanchez-Roxas was commencement speaker during the University’s 63rd Commencement Exercises held last April 8 at Plaza Acacia.

Sanchez-Roxas, better-known as Korina, spoke before the combined group of graduates from various colleges except for the College of Nursing which held a separate commencement rites the day before.

Korina, whose arrival was delayed for about an hour due to a previous meeting spoke very briefly about the significance of graduation in the life of a student. She also warned graduates to be wary of the new world they are about to enter because according to her it was not as beautiful as people think it to be.

She also encouraged them to keep the values learned in school and avoid becoming similar to “some government officials who are graduates of Harvard, yet have been divesting the government of millions of pesos through unscrupulous means.”

The host of the famed ABS-CBN program “Rated K” egged graduates to become dreamers like her husband Senator Mar Roxas who, according to her also “dreams of serving the country.” Senator Roxas, who ran for vice presidency under the Liberal Party ticket.

Meanwhile, Philippine Regulations Commission (PRC) Commissioner Leonila Faire was guest speaker at the first Nursing Commencement Exercises held last April 7. She addressed more than 700 Nursing graduates, which number was bigger than all the courses combined in a general commencement program. ###

Cognizant of the low pay of majority of the members of the rank and file especially the teaching personnel, the Management, through the initiative of the Board of Trustees and the University President, formed a committee to study the current situation and come up with a proposal to grant a salary upgrade to the University personnel.

Initially assigned as the BCS Committee, the group comprised of HRDO Director Atty. Grace Ignacio and Dr. Leodegario David, Special Assistant to the President Expectacion Gonzales, WUPFSA representatives Corazon Gonzales and Melquiades Guevarra and Prof. Violeta Pitular first came up with a proposed enhanced salary structure which later became the basis for the granting of a pre-BCS bonus last December 2009.

Such bonus served as a prelude to the implementation of the new salary structure in June 2010.

This was effected retroactive June 2009 to December of the same year. The second tranch of the pre-BCS bonus will be given in June 2010 after which the new salary structure will take effect.

In a memorandum dated January 4, 2010, the Office of the President specified the guidelines on the implementation of the pre-BCS bonus. It stated among others the following: basic salaries of employees as a result of the NSS shall only be effective starting June 1, 2005; said bonus shall be given in two tranches – June 1, 2009-December 2009 and January 2010-May 31, 2010, respectively; employees whose present basic salaries are noted to be higher than the BCS-adjusted salaries shall continue to receive their basic pay and as such were not entitled to any pre-BCS; the pre-BCS bonus shall have no effect on the following – retirement pay of those retiring from June 1, 2009 to May 31, 2010, 13^th-month pay, overload pay, leave pay, SSS. PERAA and Pag-ibig premiums.

Almost 75% of the total number of personnel were favored by this initiative from the Management. ###

Negotiation for a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between Management and WUPFSA, the recognized labor union in the University has commenced last April 27.

Sitting in the Management panel are BOT members, Usec. Narciso Nieto as chairman, Dr. Proceso Domingo, co-chair, SAP Expectacion Gonzales, spokesperson, Atty. Grace Ignacio, Atty. Ma. Cristina Valdriz, Mrs. Pastora Rosale, secreatry for Management, CFO Franklin Vicencio with alternate Auditor Emanuel Bulaklak and Dr. Maridel Eslao with alternate Dean Mario Rosete as members.

WUPFSA is represented by Prof. Corazon Gonzales, chair; Engr. Melquiades Guevarra, spokesperson; Prof. Eufemia Ayro, Engr. Gorgonia Aquino, Engr. David Parong, Mrs. Liza Banak, secretary, Prof. Serwin Matias, Ma. Teresita Madjos and Mr. Herminio Campo, members. Mr. Tom Semana acts as paralegal adviser.

In its initial meeting following the anniversary thanksgiving, both parties agreed to adopt a set of groundrules which will govern a smooth and cordial negotiation process.

WUPFSA has provided Management its proposal containing both political and economic provisions viewed as beneficial to its members and other covered employees. Likewise, Management, in turn submitted to WUPFSA its proposal and counter-proposal.

Both panels have already agreed on some provisions including June 1, 2010 as the effectivity date of the implementation.

It may be mentioned that a moratorium on the negotiation has been reached when the present Management and BOT requested WUPFSA to allow them to put things in order first. The date agreed upon by both parties to sit down and seriously negotiate was April 2010. ###

Twenty-three Members of the International Youth Fellowship of Wesleyan participated in the Philippine leg of the 2010 IYF World Camp held last May 3-8 at the Cuneta Astrodome in Pasay City.

Led by chapter president Edwin B. Santos, the WU-P youth volunteers joined 500 other university students and spectators coming from around the world.

At the same event, Santos was appointed president of the IYF General Alumni in the Philippines.

Aside from workshops, the six-day affair also showcased diverse cultural presentations by talented world-class Korean performers such as the Gracias Choir , the Righteous Stars, the L’echo, and Rio Montaña.

The Gracias Choir chanted the national song Ang Bayan Ko, and Rio Montaña gave singing lessons to some youth volunteers.

The audience and youth volunteers also indulged themselves on a Christmas Cantata performed on the fourth day.

A pool of speakers, which included IYF Founder and Chief Advisor Ock-Soo-Park, GMA 7 president Atty. Felipe Gozon, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Pasig President and former Ambassador Rosalinda Tirona, and WU-P President Manuel G. Palomo graced the event as lecturers and guest speakers.

President Palomo delivered a well-applauded speech on “True Leadership” on May 6. The initial friendship between WUP and IYF resulted in the forging of partnership between the two organizations. Likewise, the president , together with Atty. Gozon and Ambassador Tirona, was appointed Philippine adviser of IYF. On the same occasion, President Palomo was invited by IYF founder and adviser Pastor park to attend the Korean World Camp in July.

The event was organized by IYF-Philippines in partnership with the National Youth Commission (NYC).

IYF is a non-profit worldwide youth organization with members in 70 countries. It annually organizes world camps which were formerly held in South Korea, before it decided to conduct them in different countries around the world.

The Philippines was one of the 30 countries chosen to host the series of world camp events this year. The RP leg was themed “Challenge.Change.Cohesion.”

A previous world camp was held in Sao Paulo, Brazil last February 21-24, while another leg following Manila was held in St. Petersburg, Russia from May 10 to 13.

IYF world camps will also be held in Cambodia, Thailand, Mongolia, Jamaica, Mexico, USA, South Korea, and the United Kingdom, before hosting goes to African countries Ghana, Togo, Benin, Nigeria, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania, Rwanda and Zambia.

The last three legs will be held in Burundi, India and Myanmar, despite political instability in the Southeast Asian military republic.

“This year’s World Camp became not only an opportunity for cultural interchange but also a chance to forge bonds of friendship between us youths from different countries. We knew that we differed in language but soon we discovered that we shared the same spirit of friendship and camaraderie that defy walls and boundaries,” Santos said.

The IYF of WU-P has been an active chapter of the organization, organizing programs ranging from group mentoring to providing workshops to members and non-members alike. ###

A thanksgiving service in observance of the first anniversary in office by the present Management and Board of Trustees (BOT) was held last April 27 at the University Chapel.

Attended by members of the WU-P faculty, staff and students taking summer classes the ceremony was highlighted by President Manuel G. Palomo’s “The Sacred Purpose” speech, in which he recalled the turn of events which unfolded on the same day one year ago.

“April 27 was not accidental, it was destined to happen, “he said.

It would be remembered that on April 27, 2009 the assumption of office by the new Management and Board of Trustees (BOT) was not at all smooth due to the resistance of the then-president and BOT to step down. This generated mixed feelings of confusion and anticipation among University employees.

On the same day, Prof. Palomo was already functioning as OIC-President and chairman of the Board.

On May 26, 2009, the BOT elected Prof. Palomo to the presidency and gave him the mandate to lead WU-P for the next five years.

In his speech last April 27 President Palomo recalled that the job he took over was huge, especially that he was now facing the challenge of keeping the autonomous status the institution enjoys at the moment.

He also acknowledged the legitimacy of the Wesleyan University – Philippines Faculty and Staff Association (WUPFSA) as the only labor union in WU-P, and reiterated that the University is owned by the United Methodist Church (UMC).

“To aid me carry on the task, I enlisted the help of men and women who I trust, and can move in sync with my plans and programs, thus facilitating accomplishments and improvements I have always wanted to happen,” he said.

In concluding his speech, he reminded the faculty, staff and Management Team that as faithful stewards of God, “we were called to render Christian service to fellowmen especially to the students whom we vow to serve. Likewise, we are expected to uphold the vision and the mission for which our dear Wesleyan University –Philippines was founded – a Christian institution of learning which is instrumental in the transformation of society.”

The president also asked the attendees to pray for a successful initial CBA negotiation meeting between the Management and the WUPFSA which took place immediately following the thanksgiving.

After the President’s speech the ceremony proceeded with prayers and reflection.

Atty. Teodoro Pascua, chairman of the BOT, also delivered his Christian messages in line with the anniversary. ###

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