USPF Scientific Lecture 2013

vol. 2 issue2 Second semester 2008-2009

USPF admin goes to Thailand. USPF elementary principal for Lahug Mrs. Elnora Almario and directress for Mabini Mrs. Basilides Bandajon attended the Seminar and Study Visit Program on Trends in Teaching and Learning in the 21^st Century Schools at the Asian Institute of Technology in Bangkok, Thailand last February 2-7, 2009. The seminar, organized by AIT Extension and sponsored by Rex Bookstore, gathered forty elementary principals, directors and school representatives for a 6-day retool of knowledge on 21^st century educational institutions and created future network opportunities with other local, national and international elementary schools.

USP-AAI president welcomes 1,096 USPians to the alumni association. USP-AAI President Atty. Isaias Guiduquio welcomed 1,096 USPian graduates to the alumni association at the Eladio Villa Gymnasium this March 2009 as follows: 205 from the elementary on March 17; 352 from high school on March 21; 532 from college and 7 from the graduate and post-graduate school on March 28.

 

USPF Panthers wins PRISAA regional for Cebu. USPF Panther volleybelles represented Cebu and won the Private School Athletic Association (PRISAA) regional tournament held at Silliman University, Dumaguete last February 28-March 1, 2009. They are set to sail for the national tournament with coach Jordan Paca in Bicol on April 2009

College of Accountancy grabs 4 awards at USP’S Finest 2009. It was only in the year 2004 when they grabbed the highest number of awards for USP’s Finest-college level. This 2009, they have done it again!

The college of Accountancy under the leadership of their vice dean Mr. Ricardo Danlag got the highest number of awards in the recently concluded USP’s Finest 2009 at the Eladio Villa Gymnasium, USPF Lahug last March 6, 2009. On the lead was Ma. Kriselva Ferrer for KII, the highest Award, followed by Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants (JPIA) – USPF Chapter for KII Award for Outstanding Student Organization,  Michael Angelo Abarcar for Don Agustin Jereza and Joseph Angelo Mancera for Arts and Culture. For eight consecutive years now since USP’s Finest was initiated in the year 2002, the College of Accountancy never went home empty handed. Every year has always been a victory for the college.

Moreover, among the winners were: college level-Monica Hara of the AB English (Doña Beatriz Jereza Award); secondary level-  Boi Archivald Ranay (Arts & Culture), Kembenz Mark Rizon (Young Agustin Jereza), Joan Marie Arcayan (Young KII Award); elementary level- June Patrick Villaflor(Panther Award), Lorenn Marie Aujero (Little Beatriz Award), Matt Isaiah Attaway (Little Agustin Jereza Award).

USP’s Finest is the most highly celebrated and anticipated annual event of the university.  It is the occasion when the finest sons and daughters of USPF who made a difference in their quest for Knowledge, Integrity and Industry are awarded for such achievement. These students brought honor inside and outside the university thus they deserve to be called as the finest among USPians.

Tough Selection Process. USP’s Finest, the brainchild of our university president Dr. Alicia Cabatingan in cooperation with SPS-SAO director Mr. Lucio Pulmones, is known for its tough selection process starting from the departmental screening going up to the final selection which is the panel interview where prominent university officials sit as board of judges. High standard criteria include: academic excellence, character, leadership skills and community involvement. Now, another year has passed which marks a new beginning to all USPians. The recurring question is WHO WILL BE THE NEXT USP’s FINEST?

Duende Quartet conducts workshop for USPF ABMusic students. The Duende Quartet filled Cebuanos with colorful melodies and great rhythms at Northwing SM City Cebu last March 22, 2009. Composed of Harry Appelman (piano), Mark Merella (percussion), Josh Schwartzman (bass) and Sam “Seguito” Turner (percussion), this Latin Jazz group from the United States of America played tunes from their album that left the audience in awe. On March 23, 2009, the day after their memorable concert, the Duende Quartet conducted a workshop for USPF AB Music students at the Don Sulpicio Go Moot Court, USPF Lahug. These musicians gave a deeper view about their music---what made it different and how it related to other music genres, and shared to the USPian music students the experience on how their type of jazz is played. The Cebu Arts Council through Mr. Ariel Perez, coordinator for AB Music at USPF, and the College of Arts and Sciences dean Mr. Daniel Larriba, Jr. made the enriching activity possible. For more information about Duende Quartet and to hear their music online, check out their webpage at myspace.com/duendequartet. Also explore the activities of the USPF A.B. Music Society at their URL http://profiles.friendster.com/abmusicsociety.

USPF NAA sponsors 6^th scientific lecture. The USPF Nurses Alumni Association (USPF-NAA) in partnership with the USPF College of Nursing sponsored “Bone Banking versus Bone Pain” at the Main Function Room, USPF Lahug last February 13, 2009.  Dr. Camilo Arenajo of Cebu Doctors’ University Hospital was the resource speaker. He intensified preventive measures and early detection of bone disorders, especially osteoporosis. There was a free bone density scan before the lecture proper. USPF-NAA and the College of Nursing under the able deanship of Mrs. Norma Hinoguin continuously provide health awareness to the USPF community through the scientific lecture.

USPF Little Alumni graduate Pizza Hut Ayala’s Book It! Program. Little alumni 1^st graders of USPF Lahug graduated as pioneers of the Book It! Program initiated by Pizza Hut Ayala last March 13, 2009.  They received their certificate of completion and medals during the half-day, USPF-exclusive activity. Elementary principal Mrs. Elnora Almario together with five faculty members accompanied the little alumni, namely: Ms. Bernadette Roble, Ms. Claudia Cagang, Ms. Janet Ybañez, Ms. Herminia Lunday and Ms. Lalaine Reynes. Book It!, a 10-month program, is designed to encourage grade one pupils to spend at least 15 mins of their time everyday to read, to create a venue for parent-child bond, and to increase reading skills and literacy.  It is dubbed the first project of the Alumni Relations Office in partnership with Pizza Hut Ayala through marketing manager and USPF alumna Beverly Buenconsejo, R.N.

PACo gives to the community. USPF-ARO together with PACo embarked a community outreach project called Inigsuung Tabang Gikan sa mga Anak ni Tuting ug Antes. ARO and PACo donated 14 large boxes filled with canned goods, clothes and toys to the adopted barangay of USPF, Brgy. San Jose in Talamban last Nov. 29, 2008. (“Tuting” and “Antes” are the nicknames of USPF founder Don Agustin M. Jereza and co-founder Doña Beatriz D. Jereza respectively.)

USPF COP organizes Christmas party for sponsored children. USPF Community Outreach Program chaired by Mrs. Rosario Sequitin organized the Children’s Christmas Party held at the USPF covered court on March 13, 2008.  Representatives from the different departments, colleges, organizations and the alumni of the university were present, including USP-AAI president Atty. Isaias Guiduquio. USP-AAI and PACo continued its sponsorship to a total of 12 children, namely (USP-AAI sponsored children) Ancit, Sheralee; Jayme, Nelle Boy; Resuento, Stephanie; Gabonada, Zerk; Balobo, Joselito; Iligan, Gretchen; Resuento, Jasper; Pasaol, Edna; Bulat-ag, James; Bordadora, Jasmin; (PACo sponsored children) Ycong, John Carlo; Opigal, Venus. 

BOARD PASSERS NOVEMBER 2008 C.E.: Engr. Atienza, Edelyn DECEMBER 2008 NURSING L.E: Abella, Vanessa Joyce; Alago, Gay; Alcazaren, Iony Mae; Aligno, Aspren III; Amador, Florence Gale; Anacajas, Nova Fae; Arceo, May Jane; Archie Cantik Chica; Berbin, Jun King Anthony; Beso, Toni Charm; Biyok, John Keithley; Blanco, Cherryl; Cabrera, Benstein Kenn; Cale, James Glenn; Capalla, Miguel Paolo; Capisnon, Elizabeth; Cardona, Zeen Marie; Carilimdiliman, Michelle; Carrasco, JanRey; Castrodes, Lourymie; Cena, Ma. Cora; Coloma, Rico; Cuico, Adria Cate; De Erio Joann; Deligero, Pamela; Dy, Jan Dale; Erediano, Jojo; Estole, Jetle Grace; Garciano, Helen Faith; Gotingco, Earl Rory; Guarin, Kathleen; Gulfan, Rey Nico; Inocando, Samantha Josephine; Jacinto, Krystle Marie; Jamero, Katrina; Jutara, Anna Hazzel; Ladrera, Ruby Jean; Libre, Jovelyn Fe; Lozano, Gretchel; Lucas, Lei Anne; Malinis, Natasha Angelica; Martinez, Merinjoni Rosario; Masong, Ma. Theresa; Maurillo, Dyan Jay; Medilo, Kathleen Ann; Menchavez, Chivaz; Miñoza, Jessie Marea; Montebon, Warren; Morales, Jackielyn; Navallo, Marvin Edward; Ngoboc, Elaine; Omandan, Ludette; Omega Karen Afrah; Pareha, Arnie Vince; Perturbos, Giebeenie; Poro, Louie; Povadora, Sid Marc; Requillo, Jasel; Rodero, Edda Ria; Sanico, Augustus Nini; Sanjorjo, Zara Lalinka; Santillan, Donna; Sayod, Farrah Jean; Seguerra, Jon Francis; Sereno, Paul Daniel; Singcol, Crystal Faith; Sois-e, Jerome Filbert; Soleño, Leizel; Tagget, Dalla; Tampus, Ruby Ann; Tan Jeremiah Elison; Tanagras, Kristine Margot; Veraces, Leslie Flora; Verallo, Billy James; Villa, John Joshua; Ybañez, Iris Gwynne; Ybañez, Jermarie

       

REUNION HS ’83 were reunited at USPF Lahug last Dec. 27, 2008. Chapter president Engr. Mario Arnaiz spearheaded the reunion. Also, HS ’72 convened at Café Regal Royal Concourse last Dec. 3, 2008.  Ms. Judith Panoncillo and Ms. Nancy Arellano organized the event.

WHERE ARE MY CLASSMATES? Do you catch yourself reminiscing the good times at USPF? Have you flipped the newspaper pages in hopes of reading an ad that your USPF batch/class is going to have a reunion? Are you looking for your friends from way back when you were still in the portals of USPF? Denial will not help. Go online and check out how your classmates are doing now. Laugh till you cry, recall the moments of long ago, go crazy on a serious doze of nostalgia! You are not alone in the trip down memory lane. Check out the following sites: HS Class ’75 usphighschool75@gmail.com           URL: http://profiles.friendster.com/usphighschoolbatch75; HS Class ’94 uspbatch_94@yahoo.com.ph  URL: http://profiles.friendster.com/uspbatch1994 ; HS Class ’93-’97 chat every Sunday 8pm onwards with joythessa143@yahoo.com URL: http://profiles.friendster.com/hs93to97 ; HS Class ’95-’99 hs95_99@yahoo.com               URL: http://profiles.friendster.com/batchmates95to99 ; HS Class ’97-’98  hs97_98@yahoo.com URL: http://profiles.frienster.com/46406578 ; HS Class ’01-02 hs98.02@gmailcom                 URL: http://profiles.friendster.com/45937586 ; HS Class ’99-’00            hs99_2000@yahoo.com and usphighskul@yahoo.comURL: http://profiles.friendster.com/45863129 ; USPF Mabini  URL: http://profiles.friendster.com/21635924 ;HS Class ’99 Mabini URL: http://profiles.friendster.com/66098328 ;HS Class ’02 Mabini URL: http://profiles.friendster.com/20304102; USP usp@yahoo.com URL: http://profiles.friendster.com/24037478 ; College Class ’03-’04               collegebatch2004@yahoo.com               URL: http://profiles.friendster.com/52749479 ; CEA Dekada ’70      c/o Archt. Ondette Vale URL: http://profiles.friendster.com/42247340 ; USPF A.B. English   RL: http://profiles.friendster.com/75531006 ; USPF Psychology URL: http://profiles.friendster.com/psupsych; USPF Geodetic Engg URL: http://profiles.friendster.com/62478098 ; USPF College of Law                URL: http://profiles.friendster.com/51555479 ; USPF Dance TroupeURL: http://profiles.friendster.com/48784280 ; USP Alumni Football Club URL: http://profiles.friendster.com/58801992 ; USPF Call Center Agent Training           URL: http://profiles.friendster.com/uspfacep

*Selected articles are extracted or taken as is from PHEROMONE vol2 issue2 2nd semester 2008-2009. 

vol.1 issue1 Second Semester 2007-2008

USPF President visits Taiwan to form MOA with Ching Kuo Institute of Management and Health. University of Southern Philippines Foundation president Dr. Alicia Cabatingan, and Dr. Chun-Yu Chen, Ching Kuo Institute president in Taipei, Taiwan, Republic of China signed an agreement of academic cooperation between the University and Ching Kuo Institute of Management and Health last October 17, 2007. The agreement embodies the objective of academic promotion between the two institutions through faculty and student exchanges, cultural changes development, and cooperative programs. 

USPF basic education admin goes to Singapore. The DIWA Learning Systems, Inc. sponsored a group of 19 school directors and principals from Visayas and Mindanao to the second Singapore Learning Adventure (SLA) held last November 13-16, 2007.  USPF’s directress and principals Mrs. Basilides Bandajon, Mrs. Aurora Briones, and Mrs. Elnora Almario were among the participants of the training held at the National Institute of Education (NIE) in Singapore.  The training centered on the relevance of globalization and the expansion of personal perspectives through exposure and advanced educational system and diverse culture. A lecture on “Understanding Globalization: Strategies for Classroom Use” was given by Ms. Kit Phey Ling and Ms. Chua Bee Leng.  Moreover, relevant tours to the Classroom of the Future (COTF), Science Center, Sentosa Island on a cable car, Underwater World, Images of Singapore, and Musical Fountain Show were part of the experience.  Mr. Bong Saquing gave a motivational talk to conclude the whole learning experience. He shared the beginnings of Singapore and gave a note on how one can learn from it to help improve one’s nation. (*additional information are gathered from the TrailVentures Dec2007 vol11 issue1)

USPF SPED goes to Hong Kong. The USPF Special Education (SPED) graduating students under Dr. Lucila Bonilla, coordinator for academic affairs & dean of the college of education (COED), had an international exposure in Feb 26-29, 2008 in Hong Kong (HK) for a culminating activity. SPED HK Educational Tour introduced the 12 graduating students with their instructors to the Child Development Centre (CDC) at Matilda with head teacher Ms. Louise Thomas, and to the Watchdog Early Learning and Development Centre at Midlevels with director Stella Wong. SPED international tour is a brainchild of Mrs. Lourdes Jereza, vice president for external relations.

PACUCOA visits USPF. Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA) visited USPF on Jan 28-Feb2, 2008 for the preliminary look into the basic education department of both Lahug and Mabini campuses as well as the school of business and management (SBM) and the college of computer science and information technology (CCSIT). The preliminary visit headed by PACUCOA chairman Dr. Jaime Buzar with 9 member accreditors inspected the areas of focus: faculty, instruction, laboratory, library, physical plant and facilities, student personnel services, and social orientation and community involvement.

USPF-OAR conducts general election. Overall officers of elementary, high school and college levels gathered and elected the pioneering set of officers for the Little Alumni Club, Young Alumni Club, and Pre-Alumni Circle on July 25, 2007 at the university Moot Court. Graced by the university president Dr. Alicia P. Cabatingan, the general election is conducted by OAR director Kathleen Solon-Villaneza with the full support of the respective club advisers from all basic education and tertiary levels.

USP-AAI supports outreach program. USP Alumni Association Incorporated (USP-AAI) actively involved in the university’s outreach program. Headed by USP-AAI president Mr. Luis Canete, the alumni association sponsored the school needs of ten children of barangays San Jose and Bacayan, the partner communities of the university. Mrs. Rosario Sequitin, chairperson of the social work department, is the director of the university outreach program. 

USP-AAI awards Outstanding Alumnus for 2008. Mr. Aldrico Manus, CPA received the outstanding alumnus award in Feb 17, 2008 in time of the general alumni homecoming. Mr. Manus who embodies knowledge, integrity and industry, the core values of the university, graduate of USPF Bachelor of Commerce class of 1960 is a past president of PICPA Cagayan de Oro-Misamis Oriental Chapter.

USPian places 3^rd on CPA licensure exam. Denmar Bacalso Cantillas, CPA of BSA class of 2007 placed 3^rd in Oct 2007 Certified Public Accountant licensure examination conducted by the Professional Regulations Commission (PRC). As a student, “Denmar” is a recipient of the Presidential Gold Medallion and the Don Agustin Jereza award in USP’s Finest, champion in the 2^nd BDO & Co and National Federation of JPIA in 2005, and 2^nd placer of the outstanding accounting students of the Philippines. Mr. Cantillas graduated Summa cum Laude in 2007.

USPF-NAA sponsors 5^th Scientific Lecture. USPF Nurses Alumni Association together with their active teacher alumna and college dean Mrs. Norma Hinoguin sponsored and organized the 5^th Scientific Lecture held last Feb 13, 2008 at the Main Function Room.  Entitled “Aegis Egypti: Bite Me Not”, resource speaker Dr. Jose Antonio Quitevis emphasized the cause of dengue and gave preventive measures.   USPF-NAA is composed of the pioneering class of USPF Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduates and first batch of board examination passers. 

2007 REUNIONS: 

• HS class of 1972 reunited at Mt. View with Mrs. Aurora Briones. 
• HS class of 1980 gathered on Dec 1 at the Grand Majestic Convention with Mrs. Basilides Bandajon. 
• HS class of 1958 celebrated the golden anniversary with a reunion held on Dec 8 at the Casino Espanol Cebu. 
• HS class of 1975 dined at the Rizal Hall, USPF for a Christmas reunion held on Dec 22. 
• HS class of 1987 reunited on Dec 27 with university president Dr. Alicia P. Cabatingan.

*selected articles are extracted or taken as is from the maiden issue of PHEROMONE vol1 no1 2^nd semester 2007-2008.