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THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES - CAVITE

As for the TUP President Dr. Reynaldo P. Ramos, TUP Cavite will always have a special place in his heart because of a special memory during the search for the new TUP President. A consultative meeting by Dr. Ramos was held at TUPC, it was welcomed by Dr. Myrna Tepora, Campus Director, and Prof. Maria Cecilia N. Reyes, Assistant Director for Academic Affairs, last January 17, 2023.

It was participated by the teaching and non-teaching staff, including the student-leaders from the University Student Government (USG), and The Philippine Artisan - Cavite (TPA-C). The meeting highlighted Dr. Ramos’ first 100 days as the new TUP president, and he discussed his plans and his resolutions for the TUP system. He, then, proceeded to answer a few questions from the participants. Some of the spotlight questions were about the implementation of full face-to-face classes and a hybrid learning system this 2nd semester, and Dr. Ramos answered that CHED already allowed the full implementation of face-to-face learning; but it is up to the colleges and universities if they could accommodate the enrolled students inside the campus. As for the main campus (TUPM), there are still incomplete classrooms and laboratories for the students, so it will be impossible now to implement it. In spite of that, he confidently said that TUPC would be able to comply with 100-percent face-to-face by having enough facilities for its enrollees. But, before the 2nd-semester enters, TUPC should be able to evaluate if they could manage to have a full transition to faceto-face classes. He suggested that it is preferable to have hybrid learning, especially for campuses with limited classrooms. “An online learning modality for minor subjects, but classes for major subjects, and examinations or assessments of students must be held face-to-face.”, he quoted.

Another question acknowledged by Dr. Ramos, “based on the revised TUP code of 2022, students who are running for Cum Laude honors must not have obtained a grade lower than 2.50 in any subject?”. USG President Mark Chavez spoke on behalf of the graduating students, and asked if it is still possible to run for laude despite having a grade of 2.75 by referring to the previous student handbook policy. TUP President explained that deliberation of grades will challenge the top management of the campus, but performing students should not settle for achieving the lowest remark neither 2.75 nor 2.50, stating that regardless of the grade will not matter for those students who strive for excellence, and that students should go beyond. In closing, Dr. Ramos as the University president, aims to regularly visit TUP campuses, and attend flag ceremonies at least once a month at TUP Cavite in order to fulfill his duties.

Tup Cavite Marks Its 42nd Founding Anniversary

In line with the annual celebration of the academe’s progress and excellence, Technological University of the Philippines-Cavite marked its 42nd Founding Anniversary on February 13, 2023, along with the theme, “ONE TUP LIVES ON: Technologically Upscaling for Progress“. The opening program was led by the masters of ceremony, Ms. Nicka Kwan and Mr. Arjay Dimapilis. Campus Director Dr. Myrna M. Tepora’s opening remarks expressed her commitment to the academe as she quoted, “I may not be a true-blooded TUPCian pero napakalaki ng soft spot ng TUP sa akin. Dito ako nagsimula and dito rin ako mag-re-retire”. She also wished that the younger generations would be concerned and committed toward the institution.

Meanwhile, former TUP President Jesus Rodrigo Torres who served as the event’s guest speaker, encouraged everyone to maintain the escalation of the university ranking as it recently peaked to 18th among the other universities around the country. He was, then, given a token of appreciation by the Assistant Director for Academic Affairs, Prof. Maria Cecilia Reyes, Assistant Director for Administration and Finance, Atty. Danilo M. Abayon, and Dr. Myrna M. Tepora.

Gray Builders Win 1st Place In Skills Olympics 2022

Gray Builders, from the Technological University of the Philippines - Cavite, achieved another milestone and ranked first runner-up in Skills Olympics 2022, entitled Digital Bridge Design and Prototype Construction Competition Intercollegiate Edition by Construction Manpower Development Foundation. The awarding ceremony took place at the World Trade Center on November 4, 2022. The TUP President, Dr. Reynaldo P. Ramos, together with TUPC Campus Director, Dr. Myrna Tepora, and Gray Builders’ Head Coach, Engineer Brylle Navarro, were present at the event to express their support and congratulate the team on their victory.

The team consisted of four (4) members and are former 3rd year Civil Engineering Students at TUPC: Emerson Binasa, Reiziel Anne Paliza, Shiela Marie Manzano, and Jericho de Dios. The competition began in March 2022 and lasted until November 2022. There were seven (7) participating schools from Luzon,

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five (5) from Visayas, and three (3) from Mindanao. Six (6) schools advanced to the second phase, but only TUP Manila, TUP Cavite, and New Era University made it to the final round.

Furthermore, the competition comprised of three (3) phases: the Design, Methodology, and Construction. Throughout these phases, Bentley systems provided online training sessions to instruct the participants on how to utilize software via Zoom. Accordingly, TUPC earned the top spot in the Design Phase, the second highest score in the Methodology, and took first place overall. TUP Manila triumphed as the overall champion and winner of the Methodology Phase, while NEU came in second place and won the Construction Phase. On the awarding day, the winners were acknowledged by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Undersecretary, CMDF Officials, and Bentley Systems Officials.

The opening of the One-Day League was declared by Mr. Janlee Sarmiento and a parade commenced afterward. The other half of the day was intended for the Invitational One-Day League which will be participated by the administration, teaching and non-teaching staff, selected students, and as well as alumni of the University. Among the sports to be played are darts, basketball 3-point shooting, volleyball, and table tennis.