Sunday, April 26, 2009

“NO TUITION FEE INCREASE” at UB

UB indeed cares!

The University of Bohol Board of Trustees declares a “NO TUITION FEE INCREASE” status for school year 2009-2010. This information was released by UB president Atty. David B. Tirol. It may also be recalled that the University did not increase its tuition fees last school year and during the other school years when the country was also generally experiencing economic crisis.

This move is another gesture which shows that indeed, University of Bohol do care and supports the Boholanos and others who dream of achieving their goals of acquiring academic degrees.

Despite of the “No Tuition Fee Increase”, the first university of the province of Bohol continues to acquire updated facilities and equipment, support faculty and student leadership developments, provides its employees with competitive compensations and benefits more than what is required by law.

These moves are very evident through the visible physical improvements of the campus, the leadership achievements of its students and continuously sustaining its employees.

16% increase in summer 2009 enrolment

Summer 2009 is indeed sunny for the University of Bohol for, as of press time, it registered a 16% increase in enrolment. This information was relayed by the university registrar Leah Tirol-Magno. Magno further informs that the percentage of enrollment increase will still go up as more students in the Professional Studies department are set to enroll early next week. The big bulk of increase is registered at the department of Professional Studies of which increase is believed to be due to the newly innovated programs using the “Blended Learning” approach.

In related developments, enrolment at the University of Bohol will start on May 4, 2009 for college and graduate programs. Enrollment at the Day High School, High School Evening Session, UB Grade School and the Victoriano D. Tirol – Advanced Learning Center (VDT-ALC) pre-school, elementary and high school, is now going on. Classes for all levels will start on June 8, 2009.

For more information and details, interested parties may visit or call the University of Bohol through telephone numbers 411-2081; 501-8074; 235-5338; or 411-3484 (connecting all local lines). Or visit the website at: www.UniversityOfBohol.com.

Diamond Jubilee Hall ready for 1st semester classes

Freshly painted, fully air-conditioned classrooms, complete equipment, and advance laboratories, the best in the province, is set to welcome students for 1st semester, in time for the opening of classes in June 2009.

The UB Diamond Jubilee Hall, which had its dedication ceremony during the Charter Day celebration in December, 2008 will house the college of nursing. In preparation for more nursing student this school year, the 4-storey multi-million building is located at the UB main campus with its entrance along Palma Street.

As the building is undergoing finishing touches now, some of the air-conditioned classrooms are now being used by the UB nursing students for their summer classes.

The well-designed building is constructed to provide convenience and excellent facilities to a much greater and more advanced teaching and training for nursing students. It houses 16 modern air-conditioned classrooms, offices of the College of Nursing and School of Midwifery, state-of-the-art laboratories and theater, brand new and modern nursing laboratory equipment. The entire building is also made a WiFi zone, to provide its faculty and students ready wireless Internet access.

Meanwhile, the UB College of Nursing continues to accept and warmly welcomes new enrollees for the 1st semester SY 2009-2010. Transferees and second-courses are also welcome. Entrance exams are still conducted. There are scheduled exams on April 27, 2009 and May 4, 2009. More entrance exams will be scheduled later.

Requirements for the examination are the following: a) Certificate of Good Moral Character from the H.S. principal/registrar; b) photocopy of the birth certificate; c) 2 pcs. 2 x 2 ID pictures; d) duly accomplished application form; and e) examination fee.

For more information and details, interested parties may see Mrs. Isabelita Margate, dean of the UB College of Nursing, or call 411-3484 local 811 or 411-2081.

UB College of Law prepares to offer an enhanced law curriculum

The University of Bohol College of Law is preparing to offer an enhanced law curriculum by sending four of its faculty members to Graduate School of Law this first semester, school year 2009-2010.

Judge Jennifer Chavez-Marcos, Judge Laebeth L. Varquez, Judge Helen T. Cabatos, and Atty. Godfrey Tubo will enroll in the Master of Laws Program in San Beda College. The LLM program of the said school is one of the best LLM programs offered by few graduate schools of law in the Philippines. To earn the degree, the student must either write a law book or a thesis which must examine prevailing doctrines in law or make proposals for the amendment or revision of a particular law.

Judge Marcos, who pioneered the use of multi-media education in the teaching of law in the College, is the presiding judge of MCTC Dimiao-Valencia. Judge Varquez, a cum laude graduate of Silliman University College of Law, is the presiding judge of the 3rd MCTC-Inabanga-Buenavista. Judge Cabatos, an experienced state prosecutor who has later joined the judiciary, is now the presiding judge of MCTC Tubigon-Clarin while Atty. Tubo who has an extensive background in philosophy is presently working as Public Attorney II at Public Attorney’s Office in Tagbilaran City.

The aforementioned faculty members will enjoy tuition fee subsidy from University of Bohol as part of its faculty development program. Presently, the Dean of the College of Law, Atty. Gregorio B. Austral, CPA who is a full recipient of the said program of the university is now working on his thesis in taxation and corporate law and is expected to earn his LLM degree by the end of the school year.

All these on-going efforts of the University are part of its long-term plan to offer an enhanced law curriculum which will be patterned after the Juris Doctor degree program now offered in many universities in the UK and in the US, and in very few law schools in the Philippines. The basic difference between the present Bachelor of Laws degree currently offered by the College is that the Juris Doctor degree requires the students not just to memorize and apply legal provisions and established jurisprudence but to critically evaluate or even challenge established precedents in law through a thesis.

It is noteworthy to mention that two of the faculty members of the College are already masteral degree holders in related fields. Atty. Dodelon F. Sabijon, a professor in criminal law, is a holder of a Master of Science in Criminology degree while Atty. Carlos Ceasar C. Castillo, a board topnotcher in Forestry, has a Master in Public Administration degree from Cebu Normal University.

The UB College of Law continues to innovate to provide excellent academic preparations for the future lawyers. UB always believe that supporting faculty development will also contribute in producing quality graduates. Aside from this, UB continues to provide law students the best facilities like air-conditioned classrooms utilized for its law classes.

Besinga won CVRAA 2009 boxing silver medal

Melvin Besinga, a 15 years old 3rd year high school student of the University of Bohol, recently won the Silver Medal in Boxing Event in Central Visayas Regional Athletic Association or CVRAA held last March 15-22 at Dumaguete City.

CVRAA is a prestigious athletic association in Central Visayas that gives importance to talented and skilled youth like Melvin Besinga. Besinga has been joining the CVRAA for quite sometime now. He was a Silver Medalist in Boxing event in CVRAA 2008 held in Tagbilaran City, Bronze Medalist in Smart National Open Amateur Boxing Championship in Bacolod 2008, Gold Medalist in Boxing Event in CVRAA 2007 held in Dumaguete City, Gold Medalist in Boxing Event in CVRAA 2006 held in Tagbilaran City, Gold Medalist in Inter-City Amateur Boxing Championship 2006 in Maasin Leyte, and 6th Placer in National Marathon 2006.

Many were astonished of Melvin’s skills because he is known to be gentle and kind. “He is a bright kid with a bright future ahead!” says his school adviser Grace Felomeno. Melvin will continue his training under the guidance of his coach Junrey Buñao of ALA Gym.

UB Student to the 2nd Young Women’s Camp

Luzel Badayos Saniel, a University of Bohol 1st year student taking up Bachelor in Secondary Education Student major in MAPEH, is chosen as one of the 30 campers to the 2nd Young Women’s Camp (YWC) on Gender Issues, Sexuality and Prostitution who will be traveling to Forest Camp Apolong, Valencia, Negros Oriental on April 27-29, 2009.

The 2nd Young Women’s Camp (YWC) is a program sponsored by the Coalition Against Trafficking in Women – Asia Pacific (CATW-AP). The CATW is an international network of feminist groups, organizations and individuals fighting the sexual exploitation of women globally. Sexual exploitation –especially prostitution and trafficking– violates women’s human rights and is a severe form of discrimination. CATW or The Coalition brings international attention to trafficking in women and girls, prostitution, pornography, sex tourism, and bride selling, mainly through campaigns and policy advocacy.

The camp is a great opportunity for Miss Saniel to learn more about fighting sexual exploitation and prompting’s Women’s Human Right.

Accountancy student is Student Ambassador to JENESYS

John Rey B. Rodriguez, a 3rd year BS Accountancy student of the University of Bohol has been chosen by the National Youth Commission (NYC), in conjunction with the Japan International Cultural Center (JICC) of the Embassy of Japan and the Japan International Cooperation Center (JICE), as one of the student ambassadors to the Japan-East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and Youths (JENESYS) Programme to be conducted on May 12-21, 2009 in Japan.

Rodriguez will be escorted by Leah Wilfreda Pilongo, Social Science Coordinator and Faculty Member of the UB College of Education, also qualified teacher-chaperone for the said program. The JENESYS Programme is funded by the Japanese Government and in partnership with the ASEAN Secretariat and its purpose is to deepen understanding of the different facets of the Japanese society including politics, diplomacy, economics and culture and to form the basis of future vision and construct firm solidarity among Asian countries which will promote mutual understanding of the future generation of ASEAN and East Asia Summit member countries. Part of the activities in Japan will include field visits, interactions with Japanese youths, and cultural experiences.

The JENESYS Programme is a gateway for understanding the different cultures to help strength the bond of friendship for both our countries for a much better tomorrow.

2 graduates among the TOSP R7 finalists

Two graduates of the University of Bohol have been chosen as regional Finalists for the 2009 Ten Outstanding Students in the Philippines Central Visayas (TOSP R7).

Marie Nickie Hontucan Bolos, Summa Cum Laude in Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Ann Bernaldez Crusit, Magna Cum Laude in Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education major in Physical Science, who both recently graduated in March this year, are two of the chosen 30 regional finalists of the search for Ten Outstanding Students in the Philippines Central Visayas. The search is a program of the government which gives recognition to outstanding students who were able to balance scholastic achievements with leadership by example and passion for community service.

The 30 regional finalists will undergo a week-long training and screening which has already began last April 23 and will culminate on April 28. The process will include a one day formation program that will focus on the challenges of nation building with the goal of developing a TOSP Community. The Regional Awarding Ceremonies will be on April 27 at the Malacañan Sa Sugbo (MSS), Cebu City. The top ten regional winners will automatically be nominated to the national TOSP Search. The national secretariat will choose the top 30 national finalists and from these 30 finalists, the top ten will be declared.

The University of Bohol is giving her full support to the two regional TOSP finalists. This manifests UB’s continued thrust of providing not only excellent education to its students but also a chance to pursue every students’ interest through extracurricular activities and help discover students’ talent that’s been waiting to blossom.

Wednesday, April 22, 2009

World Class Hospitality Starts with UB


The College of Tourism/Hospitality Management of the University of Bohol conducted a two days convention last March 6-7, 2009 at the JJ’s Seafood Village Tagbilaran City.

The welcome address was given by Dr. Lumin Tirol Pamaran Vice President for Academics, UB. Atty. Victoriano B. Tirol Executive Vice President for Administration gave the inspiration message. The convention was participated by five different learning institutions Crystal E, Systems Technology Institute (STI), Holy Name University, Mater Dei College Tubigon, and UB. There were four resource speakers. The first speaker the topic World Class Service Management was Ginalyn Gocotano Landiza, Guest Manager and OIC front Office Cebu City Marriott. The second speaker the topic World Class Bartending was Eldrin Tio Demaisip, Bar Captain, Cebu City Marriott. The third speaker the topic Personality My Edge Over Others was Fiel Angeli E. Araoarao-Gabin, City Information Officer. And the fourth speaker the topic Opportunities Abroad-Up for Grabs! was Romulo L. Tagaan, Head BEPO.

The College of Tourism/Hospitality Management, has always been aggressive in comprehensive program and training in the hospitality arena, develop quick and effective decision-making skills and enhance human relations ability. The convention was program with a purpose to develop understanding of both front room and front office procedures, enhanced by a working knowledge of the kitchen preparation process, organization methods and technique, and other essential behind-the-scenes operations. But it doesn’t just stop their the College of Tourism/Hospitality Management will broaden more its world class quality teachings for every students guided and taught by instructors who have the passion and professional experience in the field.