Mr. Ryan Cabangcala and Manuel Siason (5th and 4th from right, respectively in photo above) pose with Calamba Mayor Joaquin Chipeco (3rd from left); Laguna Gov. Jeorge Estregan (3rd from right); NAUCP Chair Prof. Serafin Arviola (2nd from right); Presidential Adviser for Climate Change, Hon. Elisea Gozun (4th from left) and other guests during the UNESCO awarding ceremony.

The WMSU Peace Mediators Club (WPMC), under the Center for Peace and Development, Office of the President was chosen one of the Outstanding UNESCO Clubs in the field of Human and Social Sciences out of the eighty-five UNESCO-accredited youth organizations in the Philippines. The award, plaque and certificate of merit were received by Mr. Ryan Cabangcala and Mr. Manuel Siason, the club adviser and the president, respectively, during the National Innovation Conference on Education (NICE 2013) that also marked the 2nd Annual Convention of National Association of UNESCO Clubs in the Philippines (NAUCP), Inc. held on January 26-29, 2012 in Pansol, Calamba, Laguna with the theme, “Water Education: Developing Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Future”.

WPMC conducts a kapihan dubbed, Ka-Peace ‘Ta, every year during the celebration of the Mindanao Week of Peace. The first kapihan which was held on November 29, 2011 bannered the theme, “Mindano Peace Process: MILF demands, Government Stance and Other Issues”. Atty. Eduardo Sanson, Dean of the WMSU College of Law was invited as resource person. In 2012, the theme of the kapihan was “The Spirit of Peace Among the Youth Through Volunteerism” with Assistant Secretary Sitti Jehanne U. Mutin of the Office of the Presidential Assistant on the Peace Process, as resource person. The kapihan is open to students of various schools and colleges in the city.

The club initiates other peace-related and community service activities such outreach programs, blood letting activities, conduct of peace seminars and a lot more. (Ms. Evelyn C. Luceño, WMSU-OP)

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Dean Labad and some students holding on to the planting materials

Every year CPERS is very active in reaching out to communities and barangays through its extension services. In 2011, it went as far as Cagayan de Oro City to represent WMSU in helping the victims of Bagyo Sendong.

This year, CPERS’s extension program rides on the spirit of the love month, February. It manifests its love for the environment thru an activity dubbed “CPERS GOES GREEN PROGRAM”.

On February 3 the faculty members, student leaders and select PE students planted mangrove seedlings at Sta. Cruz Island. Prof. Milagros F. Yosores, Dean of Student Affairs, witnessed the activity and went out of her way to help plant the propagules. A representative of the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office was around to facilitate the planting and to give a brief lecture on the importance, relevance and benefits of propagating mangrove.

On February 4, the college did an inaugural and symbolic planting of green grass (carabao grass) on the open field in campus. It signaled CPERS’ humble start at greening WMSU. This is the college’s response to the President’s agenda on environmental awareness, and her call to do a makeover of WMSU by making the campus clean and green.

The “CPERS GOES GREEN PROJECT” was made possible through the unstinting support of the very active faculty members; the unselfish service of the PE majors; the dynamism and leadership of the dean of the college, Prof. ELMER M. LABAD; and the inspiration and motivation coming from no less than the University President, Dr. Milabel Ho. (CPERS Press Release)

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The president and CPERS Dean leading in the planting of carabao grass

 

Dr. Milabel E. Ho (seated 4th from right) applauding CPERS Dean, Prof. Elmer Labad who is seen giving a message

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Dr. Ederlinda M. Fernandez-WMSU Vice President for Planning, Administration and Finance and an active women’s rights advocate (center) during the forum discussion invites the community women leaders and other participants to join in the One Billion Rising event as Prof. Rosalyn Echem (right) and Representative Ilagan (left) looks on.

More than 1500 Zamboangueños participated in the One Billion Rising on a Valentine’s Day. Western Mindanao State University-Gender Research and Resource Center (WMSU-GRRC), Gabriela Alliance of Filipino Women and a certain women’s partylist headed Zamboanga City to “strike, dance and rise” against all forms of violence against women.

The global campaign of One Billion Rising: Strike, Dance and Rise! is a synchronized event worldwide on February 14. Held at the WMSU grounds, the unique initiative was joined in by WMSU students, faculty, administrative personnel, WMSU officials, community women leaders and other local city officials.

The dance revolution sought to address the incessant and proliferating cases of rape, battery, sexual harassment, psychological and physical abuse towards women. The choreography and the lyrics of the soundtrack clearly demonstrated the increasing desire to stop the culture of violence.

WMSU Gender Research and Resource Center Director-Prof. Rosalyn T. Echem, the event’s active organizer and coordinator said, “Ang WMSU ay nagkaka-isa sa buong mundo sa pakikipaglaban upang sugpuin ang lahat ng pang-aabuso laban sa mga kababaihan at kabataan.”

Prof. Echem also added, “Ang WMSU din ay tatayo upang ipagtanggol ang lahat ng karapatan para sa mga kababaihan at sa mga kabataan.”

WMSU President-Dr. Milabel Enriquez-Ho expressed her solid support in an audio-video presentation shown before the One Billion Rising event, “WMSU will strike to protect women and children from violence. WMSU will dance to express support for programs, projects and services which
will be protecting women and children’s rights, women and children’s health, women’s and children’s right to live, love and laugh and all other related aspects and areas of living.

A participant engages in a hearty discussion with Representative Ilagan as Congresswoman Maria Isabelle Climaco-Salazar looks on.

Lastly she said, “And WMSU will rise to build new opportunities for women and children, to maximize their potentials, to maximize their persons, to maximize their resources and to improve their quality of life. Today, tomorrow and beyond.”

The overwhelming support for the One Billion Rising was felt not only by the WMSU community but also by the whole of Zamboanga City as it reaped positive responses. The campaign, in the form of a dance, served not only as a fun activity for the participants but a meaningful and symbolical expression to end such culture of violence in the midst of everyday life.

Meanwhile, the WMSU-GRRC also spearheaded a forum on the issue of Violence against Women (VAW) last February 8, in which interested groups and women leaders engaged in an interactive discussion. Consultations with local and community leaders were also conducted. The said consultations sought to instill a firm grasp on the participants about the pressing realities of gender-based violence against women. Representative Luzviminda Ilagan was the guest speaker for the event. After which, an orientation on the One Billion Rising activity was held.

The event was made possible thru the assistance of the University Student Council of WMSU, University’s Gender Club officers, Women’s Club Coordinators of the different colleges and WMSU Office of the President-Public Affairs Office. (EKEENA O. LIM, WMSU-PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE)

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Gabriela Women’s Party Representative-Luzviminda Ilagan talks about the significance of protecting the rights of women and discusses the prevailing cases of violence towards them.

 

Participants do the One Billion Rising sign after the rehearsal of the dance revolution.

 

WMSU-GRRC Director-Prof. Rosalyn Echem readies the crowd for the most anticipated synchronized dance global campaign at the WMSU open stage.

 

Various snapshots during the “One Billion Rising: Strike, Dance,Rise!” event at the WMSU grounds on a Valentine’s Day.

 

Various snapshots during the “One Billion Rising: Strike, Dance,Rise!” event at the WMSU grounds on a Valentine’s Day.

 

Various snapshots during the “One Billion Rising: Strike, Dance,Rise!” event at the WMSU grounds on a Valentine’s Day.

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WMSU BSHEED students sends off a unique welcome to the event’s guests in their festive costumes.

From paella to ensalada, to barbeque to crema de fruta. The Bachelor of Science in Home Economics Education (BSHEED) students got the approval of the guests during the culinary presentation dubbed, “Filipino-South American Fused Cuisine.” The mouth-watering event was held at the Western Mindanao State University-College of Home Economics Function Room last February 19.

The presentation consisted of rich variety of courses such as Ensalada Para Paella for the appetizer, Curry Marinated Chicken Barbeque, Beef Stroganoff, Paella Peruvian Style, Coco Crab Rice, Crema de Fruta for dessert and Chocolate Coffee Rum. The food choices provided an experience of a latin banquet crossed over with the familiar taste of Pinoy cuisine. The fine dining experience gave a taste of the spices that Filipinos are most home with but with the kick of the Latin culture.

The culinary presentation is part of the BSHEED curriculum aside from the on-board training, practice teaching and practicum. The event also served as venue for dialogue with the students’ parents, policies and advisories were discussed in-depth to the parents by BSHEED Department Head, Prof. Ma. Dolores J. Macrohon. She tackled elaborately the importance of the parents’ support to the students in complying with the prerequisites of the course. (EKEENA O. LIM, WMSU-PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE)

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A sweet creation of the Bachelor of Science in Home Economics Education students during the Filipino-South American Fused Cuisine presentation–Crema de Fruta.

 

A perfect way to entice you with the main course, this Ensalada Para Paella is also a healthy option.

 

Your no ordinary grilled favorite, this Curry Marinated Chicken Barbeque will send your tastebuds to crave for more.

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Snapshots of the WMSU delegates during the 2013 National State Colleges and Universities Athletic Association (SCUAA) Olympics held in Dapitan and Dipolog City.

WESTERN MINDANAO STATE UNIVERSITY (WMSU) athletes joined in the recently concluded 2013 National State Colleges and Universities Athletic Association (SCUAA) OLYMPICS. The university ranked 8th place over-all among the 17 participating State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) in the entire country last February 17 to 23 in Dapitan and Dipolog City.

WMSU fielded seventy six (76) athletes to join with Zamboanga City State Polytechnic College (ZCSPC), Zamboanga State College of Marine Science and Technology (ZSCMST), Basilan State College (BaSC) and Jose Rizal Memorial State University (JRMSU) composing the REGION IX delegation.

Region IX gave a record of 11 gold, 3 silver, and 12 bronze medals. Among the sports that WMSU varsity athletes participated included the Men and Women team of Karatedo, which emerged as over-all champion in the individual and team category. Coach Prof. Ricardo Araneta and Mr. Kent Adnillao were very pleased with the performance of their team since this group also won the championship title in the 2013 MASCUF Games held in Bukidnon last November 25 to December 1, 2012.

Also giving pride to WMSU was the Table Tennis Women team coached by Mr. Norman Lloyd Manginsay of College of Physical Education, Recreation and Sports (CPERS) of the university. The team gave a straight two record win after having been also proclaimed champion in the 2012 MASCUF Games also held in Bukidnon.

Reaping 4th place in the over-all national rank in the respective events includes the Badminton Men with Coach-Ma. Perfecta Cosadioas, Sepak Takraw with Coach-Reynaldo Macaso and Arnis with John Raymond Jimeno as in- charge of the team.

Snapshots of the WMSU delegates during the 2013 National State Colleges and Universities Athletic Association (SCUAA) Olympics held in Dapitan and Dipolog City.

Other events which WMSU participated include Athletics-Men and Women with Nathaniel Saavedra of CPERS as coach. The team landed as a runner-up. Basketball-Men with Prof. Gaudencio Ponce as the coach and also garnered a runner-up place. Basketball Women with Mr. Perry Jalad as coach and Mr. Randy Viray as his assistant coach and Badminton Women with Ms. Ma. Perfecta Cosadio as coach also ended as runner-up.

Adding in the list as runner- ups include Football with the team coach Mr. Nasal Salih Allian; Tennis with Mr. Luis Balais as coach; Taekwondo with Mr. Eric Alfaro as the team coach; Volleyball Women with Mr. Ralph Llacuna as the coach; and Table Tennis Men with Mr. Norman Manginsay as the coach.

The National Capital Region (NCR) remained to be undefeated and declared the over- all champion. (WMSU Press Release, with information from CPERS Dean- Prof. Elmer M. Labad)

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Scenes from the stage play of a classic fairytale, Beauty and the Beast performed by WMSU A.B. English students.

The evening was filled with much amazement and appreciation for music and for the theatre arts as the different characters and story of each stage plays braced the audience with their different acts last February 28 at the Western Mindanao State University’s (WMSU) Dr. Juanito Bruno Gymnasium.

A classic favorite and one of the most popular fairytales, the play “Beauty and the Beast” still captured the spectators’ hearts. Performed by the senior WMSU A.B. English students, the cast preserved the plot of the original story and translated it in the context of stage art. With their colorful costumes, animated characters and the moving love interest between the main protagonists of the story sent the audience to delve into the pleasantries of childhood memories.

The second performance was based on a local play featuring the renowned Fort Pilar Shrine. Put up by Mass Communications students, the production of “Ako? Sino? Sila?.” The story revolves around the main character, a vendor in the historical shrine named Rowena as she witness her peers experience life at this day and age. The storyline was instilled with some socio-political issues often thrived by the Filipinos and it emphasized on the characters’ coping up with the challenges brought about by their destitute situation.

The last play is an adaptation of another popular tale titled, “The King and I.” The story plot is based on the novel “Anna and the King of Siam” by Margaret Landon. The story relates the experiences of Anna, a British schoolteacher hired by the King. It depicts about the love conflict between Anna and the King, her adventures with the King’s children and her unrelenting passion for teaching. The brilliant piece begged the audience to listen closely to the exchange of lines of the characters. The much acclaimed legend in literature was daringly presented by another batch of A.B. English students.

With a minimum fee, the audience was able to experience again the familiar story of the Beauty and the Beast with the cast’s highly enthusiastic energy; moved by the societal matters conveyed by Ako? Sino? Sila?; and transported to the majestic land of Siam. The over-all production was headed by Ms. Fhadzralyn Aidil-Karanain. The latter is the adviser of the Theatre Arts class and the production is part of the requirements under the said subject. (EKEENA O. LIM, WMSU-PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE)

Based on a local play featuring the renowned Fort Pilar Shrine, the play “Ako? Sino? Sila?” was put up by Mass Communications students.

 

Based on a local play featuring the renowned Fort Pilar Shrine, the play “Ako? Sino? Sila?” was put up by Mass Communications students.

 

An adaptation of another popular tale titled, “The King and I” was also delivered by A.B. English students.

 

Based on a local play featuring the renowned Fort Pilar Shrine, the play “Ako? Sino? Sila?” was put up by Mass Communications students.

 

Scenes from the stage play of a classic fairytale, Beauty and the Beast performed by WMSU A.B. English students.

 

Scenes from the stage play of a classic fairytale, Beauty and the Beast performed by WMSU A.B. English students.

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Job hunters queuing up to submit their application at the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas-Zamboanga booth.

Western Mindanao State University-Career and Placement Office conducted a Job Fair last March 1 at the WMSU gymnasium.

The job fair intends to provide an access for the graduating students to land a job right after graduation. Moreover, the event is not only exclusive for WMSU students and alumni but it also catered to other job hunters.

There were 18 local companies which participated during the affair. The participating companies are as follows: Z.C. Integrated Port Services, Inc.; Jollibee Worldwide Services; Brent Hospital and Colleges, Inc.; Job Fit Recruitment Services; Sophia Jewellery Inc.; PC911; STI College; Chowking; Coca-Cola Bottlers Philippines; Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas-Zamboanga; Sun Gate Pawnshop, Inc.; Hired Target Recruitment Agency; Universidad de Zamboanga; KCC Malls, MEMPCO; Chiu Tien Un Hardware; Pepsi Cola Products Philippines Inc.; Y.L. Fishing Corporation; and Unizams. A total number of 457 job vacancies were solicited.

Department of Labor and Employment Technical Services and Support Division Officer-Macaraya U. Adil speaks before job seekers during the Job Fair.

WMSU President-Dr. Milabel Enriquez-Ho and City Mayor Celso L. Lobregat initiated the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Present during the occasion were City Hall Chief Executive Assistant-Mario Roca and OIC for Department of Labor and Employment Technical Services and Support Division Officer-Macaraya U. Adil. WMSU Vice President for Academic Affairs-Dr. Carmelita Felisilda, Dean of Student Affairs-Prof. Milagros Yosores, Alumni Relations Office Director-Prof. Florence Alcazar and Student Regent-Jay Calumpon also graced the event.

The job fair was made possible thru the efforts of the university’s Career and Placement Office, headed by the OIC Director-Fini Joy B. Buenafe, RGC. The sponsored job fair was in partnership with the Philippine Employment Service Office, WMSU Alumni Relations Office, WMSU Guidance Counseling Center and in collaboration with the WMSU Graduating Student Association and University Student Council. (EKEENA O. LIM, WMSU PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE)

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WMSU Recognition Day Guest Speaker-Atty. Anna Marie Mae R. Guerra Dela Vega

Atty. Anna Marie Mae Guerra-Dela Vega, a graduate of the Western Mindanao State University (WMSU)-College of Law is anticipated to deliver an inspirational message during the University Recognition Day on March 21 at the WMSU’s Dr. Juanito Bruno Gymnasium.

Having finished her undergraduate education also in the said university, Atty. Guerra-Dela Vega is noteworthy to speak before graduating students who will be receiving distinctions for non-academic awards and other commendations. In addition, it is also laudable to mention that Atty. Guerra-Dela Vega graduated from WMSU as a Cum Laude with a degree of Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (2000) and proceeded to Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering the following year (2001) also finishing it as a Cum Laude. She acquired her law degree in 2006 in the university’s law school and passed the Philippine Bar Examinations in 2007.

Aside from her impressive academic distinctions, she was also a well-rounded college student having been the Editor-in-Chief of The University Digest (2000-2001) and as an officer of the University Student Government (1999-2000). Her impressive service as a campus journalist and as a student leader earned her commendations for the University Journalism Award (2000), Distinguished Award on Journalism (2001) and University Leadership Award (2000).

Furthermore, over and above her impeccable performance in academics and extra-curricular activities, Guerra-Dela Vega was also a beauty pageant title holder. She was crowned as Ms. WMSU in 1999 and Mutya ng Mindanao also in the same year.

On top of her already mentioned attributes, she was also recognized by different organization such as the Philippine Jaycees, according her the Philippine Jaycees Youth Excellence Award (1996) and was a recipient of the Soroptimist International Youth Citizenship Award for Region IX (1995) from the Soroptimist International.

Atty. Guerra-Dela Vega in the early part of her career served as a visiting lecturer in the university’s College of Engineering and Technology; a stint as a Science Research Specialist in Seaoil Philippines, Inc. and subsequently as a Corporate Lawyer also in the same agency. She is currently connected with the Office of the President of the Philippines-Political Affairs as a Director III of the Legal Services. (EKEENA O. LIM, WMSU-PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE)

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WMSU 68th Commencement Exercises Speaker-Mario Antonio G. Lopez

Professor Mario Antonio G. Lopez, business management expert and top professor of the Washington SyCip Graduate School of Business (WSGSB), the business school of the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) in Manila, Philippines will be this year’s Western Mindanao State University’s (WMSU) 68th Commencement Exercises Speaker on March 26.

Prof. Mayo Lopez teaches for the Master in Management Program of the WSGSB and also teaches programs for AIM’s Center for Development Management (CDM) and Executive Education and Lifelong Learning Center (EXCELL) programs. He also served as the Assistant Dean for EXCELL and Associate Dean for the CDM.

Mayo’s career involves multi-sector, multi-industry and multinational consulting career, and works with corporations, not-for-profit organizations and government agencies. His professional stint includes strategic national, sector, and corporate planning; human resources and organizational development; project development and management; policy analyses; and economic-political risk assessment both in the military and civilian field.

He has served and continues to serve private corporations to include J.V. del Rosario Group of Companies (which has joint ventures with Matsushita, Kawasaki and Sumitomo) and the Philippine-American Life Insurance Company, Inc. in the Philippines; P.T. CIMB Niaga in Indonesia; OCBC Bank Berhad, Development & Commercial Bank Berhad, Malaysian British Assurance Berhad and Price Waterhouse Berhad in Malaysia; The Overseas Assurance Corporation in Singapore; and the Political and Economic Risk, Ltd. of Hong Kong.

On top of his professional career track, he is also active in the Management Association of the Philippines’ Agribusiness and Countryside Development and National Issues committees. He was a trustee of the Philippine Local Government Academy, and is a trustee of the Philippine Center for Futuristics Research. He was also a Director of the Kennedy School of Government (Harvard) Alumni Association of the Philippines. He was a member of the National Council of the Family Planning Organization of the Philippines, the Technical Panel of the Bishops’-Businessmen’s Conference for Human Development, the Philippine Council for Foreign Relations, the Philippine Sociological Society, and is a lifetime member of the Corporate Planning Society of the Philippines.

His involvements in multi-faceted areas earned him the Philippine Constabulary Special Action Force (SAF) “Black Beret” Award for being its organizational development adviser from 1984 to 1989. He then also served as Adviser to the Philippine National Police National Capital Region Narcotics Command from 1984 to 1989. He has been a Guest Lecturer at the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ Command and General Staff College and the Special Intelligence Training School. He continues to consult with the Philippine Army (planning and civil-military operations) and the National Police (Change Management Office).

He was also a recipient of the Asian Productivity Organization of the Philippines “Productivity and Excellence in Education and Promotion” award for 1997. He has written cases on business policy, public management, human behavior in organization, and environmental scanning. Some of his articles on management have been featured in international publications. As AIM professor, he has had the privilege of heading faculty teams that helped the Philippine Departments of Health, Social Welfare and Development and Education with their decentralization and devolution realignment and strategic planning exercises, as well as the Bureau of Treasury and the Commission on Audit.

Mayo is a graduate of Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of the Philippines (1968). He is a holder of a Master in Business Management from the AIM (1970), Master in Public Administration from the Harvard University Kennedy School of Government (1975) as a joint Center for Population Studies and Edward S. Mason Fellow for Economic Development. (EKEENA O. LIM, WMSU-PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE with information from http://wsgsb.aim.edu/faculty-list/faculty-mario-antonio-g-lopez)

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Western Mindanao State University (WMSU) officials, together with consumers and officers of various agencies, attended the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Seminar held at Garden Orchid Hotel Convention Center of this city last Thursday.

The seminar was sponsored by the Department of Energy (DOE), in coordination with the Philippine Energy Efficiency Project. The event sought to disseminate energy conservation methods and to inform the stakeholders about the favorable effects of these energy-saving measures in the abatement of the energy crisis currently being experienced in the different parts of the country.

Topics of the seminar highlighted conservation tips which address energy consumption especially in the household. Household energy saving concepts and tips were given, it involved tips on everyday activities such as cooking, laundry, ironing, cooling and ventilation. The event also aimed to educate the participants to be more conscious with regards to the efficiency of their electrical devices.

In connection with the practical conservation methods tackled, the Department of Energy discourages the consumers to patronize “energy-saving devices”, which are being sold widely in the market. The said devices afford no actual use to minimize one’s electricity consumption and accordingly it may even pose hazards to the user.

Moreover, the tips given were not only focused on the electrical bill-saving methods but the lecture also covered conservation means of alternative sources of energy such as the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).

DOE Mindanao Field Office-Senior Science Research Specialist (SRS), Nenita C. Uy cautioned the participants to vigilantly check their LPG hoses for possible leaks and to change the hose every two years to ensure its efficiency.

DOE Senior SRS for Calibration/Instrumentation and Control, Renante M. Sevilla discussed the importance of energy appliance labeling in the afternoon session of the seminar. Energy standards and energy labeling are recognized strategies to promote the use of energy efficient household electrical products. These strategies contemplate the testing of product samples to verify claims on energy ratings such as energy consumption and energy efficiency.

The last lecture covered the topic of Transport Energy Saving Concepts and Tips including advisories on efficient driving, carpooling and efficient transportation alternatives. The topic which points out practices of fuel wastage was undertaken by Mr. Alexander C. Pueblos.
Attendees to the seminar from WMSU were Vice President for Academic Affairs-Dr. Carmelita M. Felisilda and WMSU Director for Administration-Dr. Joselito D. Madroñal. (EKEENA O. LIM, WMSU-PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE)

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WMSU President-Dr. Milabel Enriquez-Ho (rightmost), together with WMSU Vice President for Academic Affairs-Dr. Carmelita M. Felisilda (center), offers flowers during the Thanksgiving Mass on the first anniversary of her presidency. Fr. Mauricio Ulep, CMF-Claret School of Zamboanga City School Director (left) was the Eucharistic Mass celebrant.

Dr. Milabel Enriquez-Ho, together with the academic and administrative staff, celebrated the first anniversary of her appointment as Western Mindanao State University president last Tuesday.

A Thanksgiving Mass was offered in gratitude of the seamless transition of Dr. Enriquez-Ho’s leadership and committed service towards the state university. The mass was celebrated by Claret School of Zamboanga Director, Fr. Mauricio Ulep, CMF.

Headed by the Vice President for Academic Affairs-Dr. Carmelita M. Felisilda, a brief but fitting program was held wishing their felicitations to Dr. Enriquez-Ho. Several song numbers and an audio-video presentation, recollecting the WMSU president’s journey as the mother of the university were given.

Commission on Higher Education Regional Director-Dr. Emmylou B. Yanga and Zamboanga State College of Marine Sciences and Technology (ZSCMST) Vice President for External Affairs-Prof. Nelson P. Cabral graced the occasion.

“A leader [Dr. Enriquez-Ho] who stood the test of time with humility and determination,” Dr. Yanga said in her congratulatory message for Dr. Enriquez-Ho. “Today marks the year of accomplishments,” she added.

Dr. Enriquez-Ho during the occasion took the opportunity to share her learning as a leader, which she believed would be more meaningful if shared. The state university president holds this gem of thoughts close to her which says: When things are meant for you it will come. Do not rush as God has designed plans for all of us. Another thought to ponder goes this way—Accept everyone as a gift for personal and professional growth: the good ones, the difficult ones to deal with and those whose minds we cannot understand.

Her message was all encompassing as she dedicates these wisdoms to every member of the WMSU family. “Practice what you preach. Words become stale when actions are not fully executed,” the latter directed her message towards the members of the administrative and academic staff.

The celebration of Dr. Enriquez-Ho’s first anniversary culminated with a luncheon held at the university’s Executive Building lobby. Friends, relatives and members of the WMSU family gathered in jubilation for the president’s remarkable accomplishments and milestones. (EKEENA O. LIM, WMSU PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE)

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Dr. Enriquez-Ho— A leader who stood the test of time with humility and determination.

WMSU officials and friends pose with the woman of the hour—Dr. Enriquez-Ho.

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Congratulations Ginalyn Baco Fuentes for placing 5th and to all LET passers!

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Moment of triumph–WMSU student, Aminah Fernando Kunting (right) and Coach Dr. Expedito Malbago (left) poses for the camera

Aminah Fernando Kunting, an incoming Bachelor of Science in Education-Major in English senior of Western Mindanao State University (WMSU), adjudged as champion in the recently concluded 21st National Oratorical Contest sponsored by the Veterans Federation of the Philippines-Sons and Daughters Association, Inc. (VFP-SDAI) last April 6.

The speech contest was based on the theme, “Veterans of the World War II, strength and Inspiration of the Youth to the Right Path.” The competition was conceptualized to honor the heroism and valor of the Filipino Veterans during the World War II.

First runner-up to the said competition was from the National Capital Region, while the second runner-up was from Davao City.

Kunting was awarded by the Department of Education Secretary, Bro. Armin A. Luistro and his staff during the Araw ng Kagitingan Commemorative Rites last April 9 at Mt. Samat, Bataan. The event was graced by President Benigno Simeon C. Aquino.

Aminah, who aspires to be an educator, whishes to continue the legacy in honoring the Filipino veterans who serve as exemplars and icons of courage and patriotism.

She was trained by Dr. Expedito H. Malbago, an instructor of the College of Communications and Humanities of WMSU. (WMSU Press Release)

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Errold F. Intong and Sharrif M. Morales, Bachelor of Science in Architecture students emerged as the 1st and 3rd place winners respectively of the 2013 National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Golden Anniversary Celebration On-the-Spot Painting Contest held at the National Irrigation Administration Region IX-IMO Office last April 15.

The painting contest espoused the theme—NIA at 50: Serving the farmers with excellence and commitment to continue its legacy in the years to come. Medium used during the contest oil on canvas, acrylic on canvas, watercolor on paper or on board and mixed media.

Intong received a cash prize of Php20, 000 and a certificate, while Morales brought home a cash prize of Php5, 000 and a certificate. (EKEENA O. LIM, WMSU-PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE with information from the Office of Culture and the Arts)

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Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEEd) graduate of the Western Mindanao State University-Molave, Ginalyn B. Fuentes ranked 5th place during the March 2013 Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET)-Elementary Level.

Fuentes, hails from the Molave External Studies Unit (ESU) of the university in Zamboanga del Sur. The latter is a graduate of Batch 2012 and was a thriving working student. She made it through her college life as a student assistant at the Unit Coordinator’s Office of WMSU-Molave.

Dr. Alicia Baldicano, WMSU-External Studies Unit Associate Dean commented on the success of the ESU graduate, “It is because of the support of all the teachers in ESU especially from Molave and of the External Studies Unit staff.”

“Aside from the internal review conducted by the professors, they also requested faculty members [from the main campus] to assist them in the review. It is the teamwork of the internal professors and the External Studies Unit staff, headed by Dr. Ricardo Somblingo,” Dr. Baldicano attributed the performance of the WMSU LET examiners to the joint effort of the ESU, College of Education and the university.
The said licensure examination was given by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) last March 10, 2013 in regional testing centers nationwide and overseas which includes Manila, Cagayan De Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Tacloban, Catarman-Samar, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, and Hong Kong.

WMSU also take pride of the other LET passers coming from the main campus, WMSU-Aurora, WMSU-Pitogo, WMSU-Alicia, WMSU-Diplahan, WMSU-Imelda, WMSU-Ipil, WMSU-Mabuhay, WMSU-Malangas, WMSU-Molave, WMSU-Olutanga, WMSU-Naga, WMSU-Pagadian, WMSU-Siay and WMSU-Tungawan.

The Dean of External Studies Unit-Dr. Ricardo Somblingo of WMSU is overjoyed because aside from producing a topnotcher in a board examination, the ESU also paved the way for a differently-abled student to graduate. Pelayo Serrano, born without limbs finished with an Associate in Computer Science diploma in the university’s External Studies Unit located in Pitogo. He was awarded with a medal for perseverance because he demonstrated perfect attendance in coming to classes.

“I am happy with the performance of the different units and campuses not only because one of he ESUs produced a topnotcher but also the other ESUs performed higher than the national passing rate in the board examination,” Dr. Somblingo shared.

“Keep it up. The ESU office is very much willing to extend any support to the different units and campuses,” Dr. Somblingo expressed.

A moment in standstill-Vice President for Academic Affairs-Dr. Carmelita M. Felisilda hands over the diploma to Serrano (leftmost) as College of Agriculture Dean-Dr. Eriberto D. Salang (2nd from left), WMSU Alumni Regent and College of Law Dean-Atty. Eduardo F. Sanson (3rd from left), Faculty Regent-Prof. Edgar R. Araojo (2nd from right) and Serrano’s mother (rightmost) look on.

Meanwhile, WMSU Alumni Regent and Dean of WMSU-College of Law-Atty. Eduardo F. Sanson who was also present during the commencement exercises of Pitogo, was moved by the situation of Serrano, a graduate with physical deficiencies. He pledged to seek for donation for a wheelchair and a desktop computer for encoding business to help alleviate Serrano’s living condition. (EKEENA O. LIM, WMSU-Public Affairs Office)

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WMSU President-Dr. Milabel Enriquez-Ho (seated, 2nd from right), OIC Regional Director for Region IX-Corazon P. Brown (seated, rightmost), CHE Dean-Prof. Lucia M. Santos (seated 2nd from left) and DepEd Regional Office IX Nutritionist-Dietitian-Eric T. Bangkal (seated, leftmost) sign the MOA as partners to develop regional-local indigenous vegetables recipe.

In a memorandum of agreement (MOA) signing event, Department of Education-Regional Office IX and Western Mindanao State University-College of Home Economics signed pact to address the nutrition of schoolchildren aiming to improve their learning capability and performance in school. The inking of the MOA was held last May 6 at WMSU-College of Home Economics.

The pact signing served as another highlight in the school nutrition program as WMSU was chosen as partner to develop regional-local indigenous vegetables recipe. It is a proven fact that the child’s performance in school can be attributed to his nutritional intake. The MOA signing was headed by Regional Director for Region IX-Corazon P. Brown, WMSU President- Dr. Milabel Enriquez-Ho, CHE Dean-Prof. Lucia M. Santos and DepEd Regional Office IX Nutritionist-Dietitian-Eric T. Bangkal.

OIC Regional Director for Region IX, Corazon P. Brown said that the school child’s nutrition must not only be focused on the macro nutrients but also with the micro nutrients in his daily diet. She was grateful that WMSU extended support with regards to the technical and scientific aspects of coming up with the recipes.

WMSU President, Dr. Milabel Enriquez-Ho expressed her support and willingness to be a partner with DepEd for a cause such as helping to improve the performance of children in school by coming up with nutritious but readily-available and affordable vegetables food menu.

“This will be the beginning of a blooming romance between WMSU and DepEd,” said Dr. Ho. The undertaking is in line with the university’s commitment to serve the community, WMSU President’s 10-Point Agenda and the College of Home Economics’ vision and mission.

The tie-up between the DepEd and WMSU commenced last March and will conclude on August. The test kitchen will explore on 20 different vegetable recipes. A showcase of the recipes is slated on July. (EKEENA O. LIM, WMSU-PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE)

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Photo collage of Sefi Curada during the Portfolio presentation of the Behance Portfolio Reviews event and his various photography works.

Joseph “Sefi” P. Curada, a 2011 graduate of A.B. English of Western Mindanao State University reaped positive responses for his photography works during the Behance Portfolio Reviews held at SM Lanang, Davao City last May 13 to 20.

Sefi was among the young and budding artists below 25 years old who were shortlisted in the field of illustration, graphics design and photography. Participants to the said portfolio review submitted their works online and were screened by professionals and experienced artists. 10 artists per category all over Mindanao were chosen to present their individual works and be reviewed by critics. Some of the participants hailed from General Santos, Cagayan de Oro, Davao, Bukidnon, Surigao del Sur. It is worthy to mention that Sefi was the only participant who qualified from Zamboanga City.

Behance Portfolio Reviews brings artists together at events in cities and towns around the world — organized by members, for members. Attendees to the portfolio review got to present and receive feedback on their work, hear from experienced professionals, and meet different fellow creatives.

The Behance Portfolio Reviews event commenced with a short and inspiring presentation prepared by the host. The second part of the event was the portfolio reviews in which attendees break into small groups to have their work reviewed. Mentors and veterans in each field of discipline gave comments and constructive criticisms on the young artists’ works.

Sefi was awarded with the Best Portfolio out of the 10 young photographers in Mindanao. His work focuses on fashion and portrait photography. “I am beyond ecstatic that my presentation was chosen as the best portfolio from the pool of really promising young photographers from Mindanao. This experience has given me the confidence to do better as a photographer,” the 22-year old lad shared.

Also a former lay-out artist of the WMSU’s campus publication-The University Digest, Sefi is currently connected with the university’s Public Affairs Office as a lay-out artist for the University Bulletin. In his spare time he does stints for photoshoots, event coverages and collaborations with different fashion designers and stylists. (EKEENA O. LIM, WMSU-PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE)

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