Miriam College Annual Report 2017-2018 by Miriam College

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Vision, Mission, and Core Values

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VISION

Miriam College is a premier Filipino Catholic institution of learning that forms leaders in service who combine competence with caring, are rooted in Filipino culture and Asian tradition, and yet are citizens of the world. Miriam College, by integrating the work of education with the life of faith, develops persons, particularly girls and young women, to build the Filipino nation and to be co-creators of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kingdom on earth. Miriam College is committed to excellent academic programs infused with international linkages. Finally, Miriam College commits itself to creating and living within our school community the very changes we seek to realize in society.

MISSION

Miriam College, in partnership with families and the community, provides quality and relevant Christian education that prepares students to become effective leaders, lifelong learners, and productive citizens. It offers excellent programs at the basic, tertiary, post graduate, and adult education levels through learner-centered, value-integrating, research-based, and innovative approaches.

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TRUTH

We believe in the power of knowledge and the liberating force of truth. We commit ourselves to the systematic and scientific search for truth and to fairness and openness in its pursuit. We reject all forms of deceit, falseness, and dishonesty. We strive for the highest quality of intellectual and academic output and, at the same time, we recognize and value the wisdom of the heart.

JUSTICE

We believe that all human beings should be equally blessed to be responsible for and to enjoy the fruits of knowledge-generation and social progress. We commit ourselves to a society where power and opportunity are equally shared and where the “naked are clothed and the hungry are fed.” We reject discrimination of any kind against any individual or any group. We believe in gender equality and strive for and support a diverse and interdependent human community in which people’s rights, welfare, and empowerment are centrally valued.

PEACE

We believe that we should be peace-builders. We also believe that peace means the absence of violence as well as the presence of values, attitudes, behavior, and ways of life based on nonviolence and respect for the fundamental rights and freedom of every person. We reject violence of every form and in every social interaction and all institutions. We are committed to work for creative and constructive ways of solving conflict and to foster caring and loving relationships among all human beings and between humans and the rest of creation.

INTEGRITY OF CREATION

We believe that God has called us to be stewards of all creation and that the well-being and happiness of future generations rest upon sustainable and equitable systems and processes of production and consumption. We reject destruction of the environment and waste of natural resources. We commit ourselves to care for the earth and to practice a lifestyle that sustains the health of the planet on which all life depends.

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Our school spirit remained high after the celebration of our 90th anniversary just a year before. SY 2017-2018 was all about realizing what we intended to do and doing it with bravery and grit. Top on our list was the operationalization of the newly launched Miriam College-Henry Sy, Sr. Innovation Center (MC-HSSIC), making our Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) and Innovation programs not just more accessible to our students but tangible and, more importantly, possible. We laid down the path by nurturing not just their ideas but their attitude — particularly courage and determination — so they can make things happen. We took off with the launch of the first President’s Challenge to celebrate our students’ ability to generate big, bold ideas that are research-based and solution-focused in the areas of STEAM. Winning pitches were transformed into prototypes that were exhibited at the MC-HSSIC. Given the right tools and opportunity, our students truly shine and push for ideas that empower them. Read more about our students’ big ideas on page 22. Another big moment for this school year was the institutional Girls, Be Brave campaign, which opened 2018 with ‘a talk like no other’. On the first week of January, the school flew in YouTuber, Fear Facer, and influencer Michelle Poler from the US to share her 100-day journey of facing her own fears. Her talk truly inspired and taught our students how to build their confidence so they can be bold, brave innovators and leaders. Weeks after her visit, the students continued to correspond with Poler through social media telling her how her talk helped them see that there are no limits when one can say hello to her fears. Fearlessness is also what our all-girls team from the Middle School and High School showed as they won a total of 90 medals and three trophies at the World Scholar’s Cup Tournament of Champions in Yale this year. Three of our girls from the High School were declared the Filipino team with the highest ranking in the Senior Division and were Top 1 in Southeast Asia. As we are fond of saying here at MC, ‘our students, our pride!’ Taking risks is the way to grow and the school continues to take huge leaps to ensure its programs meet our QRS goals — Quality, Relevance, Sustainability. This year, Miriam College joined nine other higher education institutions in developing programs that are currently not offered in the country. This is a collaborative transnational education (TNE) program developed by the British Council and the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), which provided funding for program development. Miriam College is the only college among a select group of universities for this UK-CHED linkage. Under the TNE, the school partnered with Goldsmiths University of London for the combined Post Graduate Certificate and Master of Arts in Designing Education programs. The venture is anchored on Goldsmiths’ expertise in fusing design and education as well as on Miriam College’s recognition as a CHEDdesignated Center of Excellence in Teacher Education.

BE BRAVE! In Asia, we continue to strengthen ties with partner schools in Japan and Thailand. We have thriving exchange programs with schools in Tokyo, Kobe, and Yokohama. We have a continuous stream of undergraduate ASEAN scholars from the Senior High School (SHS), Higher Education Unit (HEU), and Miriam College Nuvali (MCN) who are accepted at Bangkok University. Another highlight of the year was our participation at the National Coalition of Girls’ Schools (NCGS) Global Forum held in Washington D.C. It was here where I met Michelle Poler and the idea of the Girls Be Brave! campaign was born. SY 2017-2018 was truly a time of reaping the fruits of what we’ve planted early on to make our programs relevant and sustainable. The possibilities for growth are never ending even for a 91 year old institution like us. With Miriam College Nuvali growing exponentially and plans for the Porac campus underway, there is so much for us to look forward to. Like our Maryknoll founders before us, we just have to keep on blazing trails, building courage, and being brave on all fronts so we can lead MC where it’s supposed to be.

Rosario O. Lapus, Ph.D.

President, Miriam College

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iNnOvAtIvE, ReLeVaNt, AnD StUdEnT -cEnTeReD We continue to focus on maintaining high academic standards at all levels and areas and on developing

programs. We will ensure that these programs tap and develop studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; multiple intelligences and are supported by solid research.

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This school year is another affirmation of the school’s sustained high standards of teaching and learning as shown in the results of the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges, and Universities (PAASCU) visits to the Lower School, Middle School, and High School units. The three units maintain their Level III status granted by the PAASCU. Across all BEU levels, the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) thrust is pursued with more opportunities for students to create and innovate through project-making and experiential learning. The school is heavily preparing its students for the technology-driven future. At the earliest level possible, students are introduced to coding and Design Thinking processes. In partnership with the SAP Software and Solutions Philippines, students from the QC and Nuvali campuses engaged in hands-on technical session on coding wherein they created their own apps. Their interest in an ICT-related career was invigorated after listening to successful career women working in SAP. The year was also dedicated to a series of talks with various groups concerned towards better integration of deaf students in Miriam College, defining a new direction for deaf learners in MC. The next pages will show the Miriam Adult Education’s 50th anniversary celebration —five decades of significantly impacting on the future of underprivileged individuals who have changed their lives for the better with the help of their MAE education.

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MIRIAM COLLEGE-CHILD STUDY CENTER (MC-CSC) Alternative learning for young students The Child Study Center continues to take the lead in the development of happy young learners by introducing WOW Wednesday, a special day for alternative experiential activities based on students’ interests. Activities include Design Thinking and robotics, among others, that encourage asking questions, collaboration, creative thinking and problem-solving.

SL was also at the heart of the CSC students’ entry to the very first President’s Challenge, a design competition across the academic units spearheaded by MC President Dr. Rosario Lapus. The students chose to design a playground for the children of Sitio Lipata as their entry to the competition. They brainstormed on the playground layout and collaborated to come up with a design prototype using recycled items like tissue cores, straws, cardboards, and old tires. The students called this project the Rainbow Island Playground to show hope and happiness in a challenging world. Purposeful learning spaces With carefully designed learning centers, the students are encouraged to ask questions, investigate, explore, examine, and experiment. They learn, grow, and internalize through interactive experiences with each other, with adults, and with actual materials that require all of their senses. Teachers plan and create diverse learning centers, with open-ended activities and hands-on materials to use throughout the year. The CSC has improved its learning spaces by equipping all classrooms with a wide screen TV monitor and setting up purposeful learning centers with new furniture and other educational materials. Playing outside is a vital part of childhood that helps children develop physical strength,

coordination, and balance. With the installation of the new playground for First Step, broad learning outcomes are supported through active, free, social, imaginative, creative, exploratory, and natural play. Here, children are able to initiate play, explore possibilities, and take chances. Special activities as big breaks for learning To make daily schooling more exciting for the children, CSC incorporated activities that give them opportunities to appreciate different professions. In July, for example, the unit celebrated Firefighters’ Day through an adventure-filled day with firefighters from the Quezon City Firefighters’ Volunteers Association, Inc. The students learned about the different tools and equipment firefighters use. They were also taught how to Stop, Drop, and Roll if their clothes catch fire. Some First Step, Nursery, and Kindergarten students even had the chance to put on a real firefighter’s suit and helmet. The CSC also conducted its own fire drill and watched the brave firefighters put out a real fire. To cap the day off, the Nursery students took a ride atop the firetruck, while the Kindergarten students had the chance to use the fire hose for water play. Another unique experience for the First Step students was the ‘Birthday Party’, which is part of their “I Am Special” activity. This gives children a chance to talk about their birthdays and for their classmates to celebrate them. The children share how they celebrate their big day, what they do, what food they like to eat, and who they spend their birthdays with. Through the activity, they were able to practice different skills and demonstrate values like sharing with their classmates and teachers, all while having fun with the Birthday Party theme. They demonstrated one-to-one correspondence in counting the candles for the cupcakes and learned how to squeeze and mix colors for their Puffy Paint Cake Art.

The Child Study Center pupils pitch a colorful playground design using only recycled materials before judges during the President’s Challenge.

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Service-Learning (SL) continues to be integrated in the different activities of the CSC as an expression of the Miriam Spirituality in the curriculum. SL involves action-oriented projects that aim to develop social responsibility. This year, the First Step students made sock puppets and plush toys that they donated to Sitio Lipata in Zambales. During the annual Christmas Bazaar, different products were created and sold by the CSC students. This is a fundraising initiative in support of Yellow Boat of Hope Foundation, a national movement that primarily provides yellow school boats to children who swim through rivers just to reach their schools. This year, the students were very happy to raise a total of P190,000.

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students who engaged in DesignThinking Challenges at the CSC

original Filipino songs composed by CSC teachers and administrators for the annual play since 1987

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CSC students who participated in the Child’s Rights Celebration

individual beneficiaries of CSC’s various outreach programs

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MIRIAM COLLEGE LOWER SCHOOL (MCLS) Enhancing classroom learning The Miriam College Lower School (MCLS) embarked on a self-contained classroom system for Grade 1. This means that only one teacher handles all the major subjects: Christian Living Education (CLE), English, Filipino/Araling Panlipunan, and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), and serves as the class’ homeroom adviser as well. This scheme ensures better and smoother transition from early childhood education, which generally espouses the same academic structure. Having only one teacher makes it easier for students to jumpstart formal academic study. The structure also provides for a Skill Day Wednesday wherein students develop their abilities in the different special subjects: Music, Art, and Physical Education (PE). Wellness, a new program, was also introduced to develop self-help skills among students. This allows students to practice skills that promote and prepare them for more independent living (i.e. grooming, fitness, and household chores). The inspired and imaginative minds of the young LS learners are continuously cultivated with the very dynamic environment of the school. This year, classroom tables and chairs were rearranged to allow for collaboration, communication, and creation. Instead of being seated in rows, chairs and tables now come in different formations depending on the needs and activities of the grade level. Tables and chairs were also painted in pastel colors instead of the usual mahogany brown. The new learning environment solicited encouraging responses from the young learners. Based on students surveyed, the new set up gave them more opportunity to think and learn, hear all discussions, be creative, concentrate on their work, and have an area for their things. Making Math more fun and practical The MCLS continues to strengthen its STEM offerings with emphasis on Math. The LS Eureka! Mathematics Program was introduced this year to allow students to experience real-life application of Math concepts using multisensory materials and more innovative instructional resources. Each class spends half of the 80-minute Math period learning more about their lessons through fun, challenging, and practical activities. In support of the Eureka! Program, the ParentTeacher Council Executive Board (PTCEB) organized a parenting seminar entitled “The Math Pill: Helping Parents Reduce how they Communicate Math Anxiety to their Children,” which was

successfully held at the Miriam College-Henry Sy, Sr. Innovation Center (MC-HSSIC). Constant upgrading of learning resources Keeping up with new knowledge-building and learning modes, library references are constantly upgraded to ensure the delivery of 21st century education at Miriam College. In support of the Makerspace Activities program, the library was supplemented with resources like boardgames, clay, Lego brick sets, science kits, and coloring books. This library makerspace project aims to provide an area where students and teachers in both Middle School and Lower School can relieve stress, express and develop creativity, collaborate, and gather people with the same interest. The Library Media Center used by the Lower and Middle Schools is now also subscribed to MyOn for the students’ leisure reading activity and to Grolier Online for reliable online information sources. For the Science laboratory, additional robotics kits were purchased. Forming well-grounded and future-looking learners The MCLS also published its first edition of “Trade Mark Stories”, a compilation of anecdotes of how students, parents, other family members, alumnae, and teachers have lived the Miriam College trade mark values as described by Maryknoll Sisters foundress Mother Mary Joseph. These values are “Christ-like charity, limpid simplicity of soul, heroic generosity, selflessness, unswerving loyalty, prudent zeal, an orderly mind, gracious courtesy, an adaptable disposition, solid piety, and the saving grace of a sense of humor.” In October 2017, another first-of-its-kind project was launched by the Lower School—the Career Newsletter. It was produced to make students aware of different careers that they can explore even as young individuals. Grade 3 class Officers took on the challenge of hunting for different careers and contributed to this first publication. Students enjoyed reading about lawyer Miriam Defensor Santiago, Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno, President Corazon C. Aquino, model and advocate Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach, missionary and Saint Mother Teresa, and author Joanne “JK” Rowling. Also included among the featured personalities were students’ own parents and relatives who inspire them, too.

Young learners from the Lower School test a programmed robot at the MCHSSIC.

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MIRIAM COLLEGE MIDDLE SCHOOL (MCMS) Students at the heart of learning The Middle School puts students at the heart of learning experiences by continuously providing more meaningful tasks and activities and addressing academic challenges. Beginning this school year, instead of taking the quarterly examination in Christian Living Education as an end-of-quarter assessment (EQA), a special project is undertaken by students. The project is accomplished in phases, allowing students to apply lessons learned in class throughout the preparation. This practical learning activity brings about concrete experiences valued by students.

Additional features were added to the student’s Mid-Quarter Report (MQR) to better guide them on missed activities and give them a chance to improve their academic performance in the remaining days of the quarter. Students gifted with special talents are also given more opportunities to polish their skills. In line with the school’s STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) thrust, the Middle School Artists Circle was launched this year to offer additional training in visual arts, preparing students for possible participation in competitions and other art-related activities where their talents can be showcased. Student achievements are a source of school pride and these are celebrated at the Middle School through the event, Sanghaya, (an old Tagalog term for dangal). At this gathering, MS students are given recognition, and gratitude for their accomplishments such as winning in competitions during the school year. The Guidance Week Celebration focused on career awareness which aims to identify various interests, career goals, and alternative non-conventional careers for MS students. At this stage, the young ladies are taught to be forward-looking in exploring possible professions that can match their interests and strengths. Enriching school life through partnerships Through Miriam College’s ongoing partnership with University of Zurich in Switzerland, students interact with visiting student teachers from the

University, exchanging learning experiences with them. This year’s student teacher, Ms. Marina Stancu, completed her Assistant Teachership program at the Middle School, where she taught Social Studies in Grade 8 for one quarter. Ms. Stancu was warmly welcomed by the community and thanked for her contribution to the Middle School. Academic celebrations were enriched by incorporating service-oriented activities. These allowed teachers and students to extend help to MC’s partner communities. The English Area organized a unit-wide Book Drive during the Communication Arts Week on November 27-December 1, 2017. The books were donated to various schools through the Miriam Identity, Spirituality and Mission Office (MISMO). During the STEAM Week celebration, Art and HELE teachers facilitated sewing activities for the youth leaders of the school’s partner communities while the Science and Technology and Mathematics teachers prepared and facilitated hands-on activities for the Lingap Kapwa participants on February 24, 2018. The first Middle School Spirituality Week was held in September, deepening the students’ understanding of the Miriam Spirituality through various activities such as guided reflections, participation in exhibits, and learning about and interacting with the Maryknoll Sisters. Grade 8 students participated in immersion sessions in Barangay Pansol for the Lingap Kapwa social action program, wherein they interacted with the residents in their own homes. Strengthening collaboration among MS community members, the series of Conversations with the Principal this year culminated with the Middle School’s celebration of “One MS In Love” on

STEAM Week at the Middle School provides fun learning opportunities for students in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.

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A new academic program, Linangan, was offered to students to better advance their aptitude in Filipino and Araling Panlipunan. These special classes are geared towards strengthening students’ skills in reading comprehension, research, and historical thinking in Filipino.

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students connected to Genyo, the school’s learning management system

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Grade 7 students with individual iPads, where they can access the web and their ebooks

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medals won by the Middle School delegates in the Manila Round of the World Scholar’s Cup Grade 8 students who participated in immersion activities in Barangay Pansol as part of the Lingap Kapwa social action program of the MS

Middle School parents invited to discuss careerrelated academic topics

sports activities where in Middle School athletes were named most valuable players (badminton, basketball, football, softball, taekwondo)

MIRIAM COLLEGE Annual Report 2017-2018 February 14. The event promoted the values of kindness and love, aimed at directing the community’s perspective of love through four interactive stations – love in art, love in music, love in messages, and love in action. “Conversations with the Principal” is a year-long classroom hopping of the Principal, wherein one topic is discussed across levels. Towards the end of the school year, the Principal also spends time for Conversations with the faculty and parents to review the outcome of the Conversations with the students. This Middle School initiative has been an effective tool in learning about the thoughts of students and strengthening the partnership

among the administrators, teachers, and parents in guiding the young learners. For the MS faculty, the Teaming Structure in each grade level was piloted to emulate a “school within a school” model or to create a smaller school environment. The teachers in each team meet and discuss students’ data and profile, the curriculum, and strategies for better success in bringing out the potentials of students. The teachers, as a team, become partners in planning and managing the best strategies in molding MS students.

Learner-centered instruction A learner-centered approach in education continues to be the guiding principle in engaging students at Miriam College High School (MCHS). This requires strategies which are designed to meet the individual uniqueness of each student and to tap on their strengths and talents in order to maximize their potential. Inspired by MC President Dr. Rosario Lapus’ initial engagement with the High School students in 2005, placing girls at the center of education remains to be a significant feature of the High School academic, co-curricular, extracurricular, social action, and student formation programs. Girls at the Center of STEAM Training During the Girls-At-The-Center (GATC) Week, the Science and Math Exposition or “SciMax” featured the STEM-strand students. They showcased their experiments/investigatory projects, and even facilitated STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math)-related activities and workshops to their school mates. An Innovation Challenge, to replace the traditional academic quiz bee, was also administered to provide students a more concrete opportunity to learn and apply the Design Thinking framework. Aside from the Science laboratories and classrooms, the Innovation Center and the Science Garden were likewise used as venues for alternative learning experiences. Academic strand-based learning The Accountancy and Business Management (ABM) students designed and developed their own products for their Entrepreneurship and Work Immersion courses. To provide them an actual business simulation experience, they marketed and sold their products at the UP Town Center. Carrying

the name, “Decadence,” the students’ products represented the different tastes of the seasons. Students of the Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) strand were immersed in various advocacy plays which focused on human rights (“A Game of Trolls”), understanding the plight of the OFWs (“Care-Divas”), and mental health awareness (“Night, Mother”). To fully understand the nuances of the Philippine Legislature, HUMSS students taking the Philippine Politics and Governance course also went to the House of Representatives to see for themselves the structures and processes involved in policy making. They were invited to sit in committee hearings and attended brief talks with various legislators in order to learn the value of their work and its impact on nation building. Global Learning Experience The Summer Overseas Attachment Program (SOAP) saw 16 High School girls immersed in various classroom learning activities at the Providence University in Taiwan. They further developed their communicative competence using the Mandarin language and went on cultural trips in Taichung, Taiwan to learn more about Chinese history and culture. Meanwhile, 10 students attended the summer workshop on art and design at the Goldsmith College in London. They learned design thinking as a framework for developing their skills in creating designs and prototypes. They also attended photography and risograph classes and visited various museums and historic sites in central London. The 3rd Manila Round of the World Scholar’s Cup (WSC) was held at Miriam College where the students competed in three general categories to assess their competency in using the English language based on a curriculum provided by

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students enrolled in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) strand in Senior High School

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students enrolled in the Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) strand in Senior High School

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students enrolled in the Accountancy and Business Management (ABM) strand in Senior High School

as net income of the HS Fair “Dayaw” held November 23 – 25, 2017

BE BRAVE! the WSC: debate, collaborative essay, and test taking. All the MCHS students were qualified to compete at the Global Round in Hanoi, Vietnam in May 2017 and the Tournament of Champions in Yale University, Connecticut, USA in November 2017. At the Tournament of Champions, the girls brought home 17 individual gold medals, 1 team silver medal, 3 team gold medals, 1 individual trophy, and 2 team trophies. The High School team likewise ranked 9th overall in the said competition which was attended by more than 3,000 students from all over the world.

Accountancy and Business Management (ABM) students ‘learn business by doing business’ through the activity ‘Decadence’ where they manage their own stalls and sell their unique products at UPTC.

MC-SOUTHEAST ASIAN INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF (MC-SAID) Self-contained classes for better teacherstudent interaction For continuity and better transition for young learners in MC-SAID, the first two elementary grade levels shifted to a semi self-contained classroom set-up this school year. In this set-up, the class adviser handles all academic subjects while two other teachers teach non-academic subjects like PE and Art. This made the adjustment easier for the young students as they transition from pre-school to elementary. Classes in all three levels of the preschool remain self-contained.

School-parents partnership MC-SAID considers its partnership with parents and guardians key in providing the best learning experience for its students. This school year marked the first time parents organized themselves into committees instead of simply electing officers. Parents were able to choose the committee they can work best in and as a result, they have been more involved in school activities.

This change translates to more opportunities to develop student-teacher relationships resulting in increased confidence among students. In this setup, advisers are able to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the students and respond to their needs better.

Consequently, two new activities initiated and organized by the parents were held during the school year. These were the Sports Day in September and the Deaf Camp in February, both of which were enjoyed the most by students. Aside from organizing the annual Family Day and Teachers’ Day, parents have also been more involved in regular school activities such as Nutrition Day and outreach programs.

Strengthening academic support and areas of interest

Towards full inclusion of deaf students in mainstream education

Recognizing the need of some students for more help in academic areas, the Special Academic Reinforcement Class (SpARC) was introduced this school year to replace the Special Reading Program (SRP). A spin off of SRP, SpARC is initially focused on assisting students so that they become independent readers. SpARC will later on include other subjects such as Math and Science.

A series of meetings among MC-SAID stakeholders were held regarding the new entry level for deaf students into Miriam College programs beginning SY 2019-2020. This move is a result of discussions at various levels which aimed to look into how the school can have a better impact on the future of deaf learners, seeing that enrollment in MC-SAID continues to decline significantly.

The Robotics Club, which was launched last year, continues to draw in more students. Because of this, the program shifted from a semester to a school year-long duration. More support equipment were purchased for this purpose while club moderators continued to attend training on Robotics conducted by Felta Multi-Media Inc.

Long and careful evaluation has led the school to see that it can better serve its commitment to quality inclusive education through its Miriam Adult Education (MAE) program. This school year, there were 33 deaf students successfully mainstreamed into the MAE Senior High School program. Aligned with this, a survey conducted this year among

MIRIAM COLLEGE Annual Report 2017-2018 MC-SAID students showed their high interest in the Cookery and Bread and Pastry Production courses offered at the MAE. In SY 2018-2019, the MAE Junior High School program will also be open to deaf students. Furthermore, the College continues to accept qualified deaf high school graduates into its Higher Education Unit. At these levels, the institution has made more visible and effective impact on its students, helping them become work-ready and able to build successful lives in the future. To make this change as seamless, holistic, and inclusive as the quality of education it seeks to deliver and uphold, a comprehensive two-year transition management program with assistance to students was initiated by the school this year.

MC-SAID students collaborate in a robotics activity.

MIRIAM ADULT EDUCATION (MAE) Celebrating MAE@50 The Miriam Adult Education (MAE), this year, celebrated five decades of giving hope to underprivileged youth and adult learners. Founded by the Maryknoll Sisters in the 1960s, the MAE continues to provide quality and affordable education. The anniversary was marked by the launch of Kinang, a collection of inspiring success stories featuring 50 of MAE’s graduates. These graduates were honored with a program held at the MCHenry Sy, Sr. Innovation Center and attended by the Maryknoll Sisters, volunteers, supporters, benefactors, partners, and the MAE core team. The special guest speaker was Hon. Senator Grace Poe, who recognized the impact of MAE in nation-building. She shared that it is her fervent wish for every person to live life with dignity and emphasized on the need for education to achieve that. As the senator put it, “Alalahanin natin na ang edukasyon ay isang karapatang pantao kaya’t kung kinakailangan ibaling yung budget sa ibang pinaglalaanan, gawin natin ito. Bigyan ng tunay na suporta at kahalagahan ang edukasyon. I pray that we will always have compassion and courage. As our society moves forward, let’s not leave anyone behind.”

Also in celebration of MAE’s 50th year, two new major innovative enterprises were launched by the unit: The Kulay Salon and the Barista@Cafe Gusto. Kulay Salon is an incubation space where Beauty Care NC II and Hairdressing NC II students can practice the theories and skills learned from their classes. The space will help students meet the standards of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) National Assessment and, consequently, the demands of the industry through work practice. Proceeds of Kulay Salon will help fund more scholars. It will likewise serve as an avenue where students render return service to complement the school’s effort in supporting their education. Kulay, the brand, represents the colorful and inspiring stories of MAE students who are able to find hope amidst challenges and hardships in life. Pampering services of Kulay Salon include hair treatments, body care, and wellness. The MC community can visit the salon and avail of services from Tuesday to Friday, 1:00pm to 7:00pm. The Barista@Cafe Gusto is another MAE in-house incubation space for work immersion and business simulation. Tech-Voc students taking up Bar Services and Food and Beverage Services courses get to practice their skills in real business setting, serving the MC community patrons. Please see pages 16-17 for photos of the 50th anniversary.

MAE now a Competency Assessment Center The MAE takes pride in yet another milestone this anniversary year. The unit was granted accreditation by TESDA as a Competency Assessment Center. As an assessment center, MAE will appraise the learning competencies of Technical Vocational and Education and Training (TVET) graduates for the National Certification. This development is in accordance with the institutional and unit strategic plan of expanding the school’s capacity so it can be more sustainable and viable. It is also in response to the demands of skills development of TVET graduates so they meet the qualifications needed for local and global employment. First graduates of Senior High School under K to 12 After the MAE opened its Senior High SchoolTechnical Vocational and Livelihood program under the K to 12 educational program two years ago, the unit graduates its first cohort of students this school year. The first batch of 33 graduates included the first three deaf graduates from the

Miriam College-Southeast Asian Institute for the Deaf (MC-SAID) who were mainstreamed into the program. True to its mission, the MAE remains relevant, inclusive and accessible to as many learners as possible. Online competition The MAE’s Senior High School Grade 11 students joined the online competition on Educational Game Development organized by the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) and the Department of Technical and Vocational Education, Ministry of Education of Indonesia. The team was among those shortlisted, competing against 89 teams from Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, and Thailand. The competition entitled “SEA Creative Camp Online Workshops: Future Careers for Youths for Schools in Southeast Asian Countries” ran from February to April 2018. It was a competition that aimed to emphasize on the significance of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in the education system and improve the 21st century technology skills, global competitiveness, innovativeness, and creativity of Southeast Asian youths.

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passing rate in the TESDA National Assessment of all Technical Vocational course offerings volunteer teachers, professionals, and industry practitioners from various public and private institutions helped fulfill the advocacy to teach the underprivileged youths and adults

new students who are deaf enrolled this school year from just three the previous year, strengthening Miriam College’s advocacy on inclusive education

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Alternative Learning System (ALS) students passed the ALS Accreditation and Equivalency Test conducted on November 18, 2017 by the Department of Education

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MC President Dr. Rosario Lapus and MAE Principal Glenda Villanueva opened the event, both paying tribute to the Maryknoll Sisters’ strong sense of service and mission and hailing MAE as a self-sustaining, inclusive unit today.

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Behind the production and editing of Kinang are 26 faculty members from MAE and from the Lower, Middle, and High School units. Dr. Edizon Fermin, director for Innovation Development, served as editorial consultant.

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Consistent with the school’s strategic direction of forming women leaders in Asia, the Higher Education Unit pursues various key partnerships with learning institutions and noteworthy industry players here and abroad. Student participation in international conferences and exchange programs are highlights of the HEU’s best features. Each College actively engages its students in out-of-classroom learning experiences that enhance their skills, expose them to new and innovative industry practices, and broaden their learning contexts. In the process, they develop leadership qualities, confidence, and resilience making them more work place-ready. As an institution, Miriam College continues to be recognized as a resource for various areas. This year, the Commission on Higher Education designated the College as a Delivering Higher Education Institution (DHEI). As such, the school will facilitate and train General Education faculty from other HEIs, teaching the new GE core courses which will be implemented starting Academic Year 2018-2019. The training program will be conducted by the school’s pool of experts, who are leaders in their field. Complementing these exposures is the development of new graduate programs that cater to professionals and undergraduate students, giving them more options for higher learning.

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COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES (CAS) Developing global students In Miriam College, students are encouraged to develop themselves not only in the local setting but also in the global context. The various programs in the College give students a lot of opportunities to grow in this aspect as part of the curriculum.

For many years, Miriam College participants have been constant recipients of special awards for their outstanding performance in the event. The 15-member student delegation to the 68th MUNFW Session received the Slanczka Achievement Certificates for demonstrating excellence in the art and practice of diplomacy. Students of the Environmental Planning and Management (EPM) course joined a three-day study tour in Singapore. The experience provided exposure to the city-state’s efficient land use and transportation planning. The students came home with a better appreciation of urban planning and a clear goal to become vanguards of urban development in the country. Exchange Programs also form part of the students’ total learning experience at Miriam College. Partnerships with schools abroad are strengthened for this purpose. International Studies students participated in the Japanese Language and Culture Program at Seisen University and Kobe College in Japan while Psychology students attended the Mutual Understanding Program hosted by Hanshin University in South Korea. The Mutual Understanding Program between Miriam College and Hanshin University covers Early Childhood Development and various aspects of Psychology that promote well-being. Hanshin University students who visited the school experienced Filipino culture through tours to museums and parks within Metro Manila and an immersion trip to Laiban, Rizal, to visit the school’s rural community partner. Participating in issues that matter Miriam College, through the College of Arts and Sciences, successfully hosted the 25th Asian Media Information and Communication Centre (AMIC) Annual Conference in September 2017 with the

theme, ‘Rethinking Communication in a Resurgent Asia.’ Keynoting the event was Ombudsman Conchita Carpio-Morales who delved on the topic of fake news and the post-truth era while Vice President Leni Robredo, through a video message, emphasized the importance of freedom of expression as a vital tool in protecting the Filipinos’ rights and well-being. Several experts in communication and journalism education in Asia Pacific spoke at the event. They were John Lent, Shelton Gunaratne, Ronny Adhikarya, Ang Peng Hwa, Cherian George, Arun Mahizhnan, and Peixin Cao. They were joined by Filipino communication scholars Dr. Crispin Maslog and Dr. Florangel Rosario-Braid. Excellence in varied fields Excellence in program and teaching in the College are validated by student achievements. Biology Majors Jeremie Angeles, Danielle Laya Castro, and Eunice Garcia were 1st Runner Up in the National Intercollegiate Genetics Quiz Contest (NIGQC) held on November 4, 2017 at the University of the Philippines Los Baños campus. This is the first time that the school participated in the competition, besting other universities including the University of the Philippines, Manila and Baguio campuses, and Ateneo de Manila University, among others. The Department of Communication team, composed of fresh graduates Jerilee Salvador and Mhikuo Jecino and incoming 4th year student Kathrina Sabatin, was named Champion under the Amateur Category of the Department of Science and Technology-Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST- FNRI) Short Film competition. The team’s winning film, “Noon at Ngayon, sa Buhay ni Juana” explored how changing bad habits can transform one’s life. The competition aims to transform research and development as well as science and technology services into artistic executions that will captivate the senses.

Ombudsman Conchita Carpio Morales (5th from right), was the keynote speaker at the 25th Asian Media Information and Communication Centre Annual Conference hosted by Miriam College.

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The students of the Department of International Studies continue to be active participants in the Model United Nations of the Far West (MUNFW). The 68th Session was held at the Hyatt Regency HotelSFO Airport in California, USA in April 2018, providing an environment in which students develop in depth understanding of the structure and procedures, as well as the processes of the United Nations.

year duration that the Department of Communication is designated as a Center of Development by the Commission of Higher Education (CHED)

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Ivy Argales in the national Psychometrician Licensure Exam

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COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, AND ACCOUNTANCY (CBEA) Thriving new MBA program The newly offered Master in Business Administration program of the College of Business, Entrepreneurship and Accountancy registered a good number of enrollees for its opening year.

The program attracts professionals and current undergraduate students who are in their fourth year and are enrolled in the 4+1 curriculum. CBEA also graduated 15 medical practitioners from its Certificate in Business and Wellness Management program, who are also pursuing the graduate diploma leading to the MBA. Innovation and excellence across areas A pioneer in Entrepreneurship Education, the College continues to cultivate an innovative mindset among its students, faculty, and administration through practical learning approaches. This year, several new laboratories were developed as training grounds for students. The College saw the creation of the Marketing Solutions Laboratory and the Finance Laboratory for Marketing and Finance students. These give the students access to live updates on stock market data. Product Design and Fashion students also launched the Creative Design Shoppe Laboratory where they showcase and sell their products. A new Culinary Laboratory was also opened for Entrepreneurship and Leisure and Tourism Management (LTM) students. The CBEA Bookstore continues to be a laboratory for Accounting and Accounting Technology students. Members of the MC Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants, on the other hand, manage the retailing of the text books used by MC students in all units while LTM students manage an in-house travel and tours agency with its industry partner, Travel Bureau. As proof of excellence in program and delivery, CBEA continues to receive recognition from professional organizations. The College bagged the Marketing School of the year at the Agora Youth Awards and was named Hall of Famer by the Junior Achievement of the Philippines. Its students were

also recogonized by the Financial Executives Institute of the Philippines (FINEX) for being part of the Top 15 Finance Students. Expanding opportunities for learning

CHED Chair and former MC President, Dr. Patricia B. Licuanan, was the keynote speaker on the first day of the 6th UNESCO APEID International Meeting on Entrepreneurship Education co-hosted by Miriam College.

The College ensures that its studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experiences are well-rounded through dynamic student activities that broaden their views and exposure, challenging them beyond structured classroom learning. This year, groups of students joined different educational study tours in Asian countries such as Thailand, Singapore, Japan, and Korea. The experience exposed them to professional practices of different cultures, complementing what they have learned in school. Fifteen Entrepreneurship students participated in the J1 Internship Program in the USA. Likewise, four LTM students were deployed for internship in the USA in partnership with Zip Travel and Hyatt Group and Marriot Properties. Their one-year stay abroad exposed them to the actual experience of working in their chosen profession in an international set-up. Hosting local and international conferences

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Together with the Society of Junior Entrepreneurs, the Department of Entrepreneurship hosted and co-organized the Philippines-Global Entrepreneur Week in November 2017. The College also hosted 22 marketing students and 4 faculty members from Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia toward the end of the school year.

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This year, CBEA hosted a number of local and international conferences. The Department of Entrepreneurship, together with with CHED and UNESCO-Bangkok, took the lead in cohosting the 6th UNESCO APEID International Meeting on Entrepreneurship Education held on October 23-25, 2017 at the Marco Polo Hotel. A total of 120 foreign participants from ASEAN, East Asia, South Asia and the Pacific countries attended the event.

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The 43-unit non-thesis, practitioner-oriented program boasts of its international component. On its first year, 12 MBA students attended the International Conference on Entrepreneurship (ICE 2018) organized by the Entrepreneurship Educatorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Association of the Philippines, Inc. (ENEDA). It was held in Bangkok, Thailand, in February 2018 and is aligned with the Entrepreneurship and Family Business subject. This was followed by 29 MBA students attending the educational exposure trip in Taipei, Taiwan in July in line with the Business Innovation and International Business subject.

place in the Registered Marketing Professional by Kissa Alaya Binuya, Marketing Management graduate

Business Administration in Financial and Investments Management (BAF) students were conferred Certified Financial Markets Professional by the Kaplan/Eastwest Specialist

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Embracing excellence A CHED Center of Excellence (COE) in Teacher Education, the College upholds its high standards in teaching and learning. Beyond classroom instruction and practical application, students are exposed to varied pedagogies through conferences that feature foreign experts in the field of education. These lectures hosted by the school broaden student experiences and views, bringing out creativity among them while making learning more relevant. This year, the College organized Jumpstart, an international conference which featured Dr. Peter Gray, who is well known for his talks on play and its impact on learning. The conference was in partnership with Singapore-based Rethasia International. In collaboration with Fortitudo, a local training company composed of educators, Russian specialist Galina Dolya was invited to give a talk on practical applications of Vygotsky’s Learning and Development Theory. The close interaction with Dr. Dolya provided in depth knowledge on the topic, impacting positively on the students. An Action Research Forum was also held in support of the CEd’s new course on Action Research. Students and faculty are currently engaged in action research directed towards improved learning. Along with students, College of Education faculty participate in these conferences ensuring effective and up-to-date approaches to teaching.

Resource Division; incorporation of Service Learning under the Developmental Reading 2 class, where CEd students reach out to the children of the Verbum Dei community through story-telling; creation of story books for varying populations of children, e.g. the disabled or marginalized, as a culminating output of the Children’s Literature class; and identification and articulation of one’s life mission and philosophy as part of The Teaching Profession class. The inspiring work by the College of Education on PBL in the school has reached the other academic units. The College conducted training sessions on PBL for faculty members from the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Business, Entrepreneurship, and Accountancy. A live-in seminar-workshop was also held with trainers in PBL and Design Thinking from Habi Education Lab, a design and research group that works in various contexts from early childhood education to adult learning and development. Giving back to the community A teacher training pioneer, the CEd offers capability-building workshops for various communities. This year, the College trained day care workers of Cainta and Malabon through its Lingap Bulilit: Pagpapahalaga sa Kinabukasan, Ngayon! Program. The program also included developing children’s love for reading and good parenting for the daycare parents. The activity was made possible by a Php3M grant from the Commission on Higher Education to the CEd for being a COE.

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daycare workers trained as a result of CED’s Center of Excellence project, “Lingap Pangkabataan: Pagpapahalaga sa Kabataan, Ngayon!”

Project-Based Learning on its third year Project-Based Learning (PBL) has also been delivering positive results since it was introduced in the College three years ago. PBL was implemented in an effort to make learning more studentcentered and, therefore, more meaningful. Under the PBL approach, students are given added time i.e. a week to an entire semester to work on projects that address real life situations or answer complex questions. PBL has also been at the core of CEd’s recent faculty training and development. The program has ushered more relevant and timely collaboration among faculty members, students, and the community. It has also opened doors to more creative and innovative endeavors from faculty and students. Noteworthy PBL outputs during the year include the following: refurbishment of and creation of a program for the Daycare Center for children of MC employees in coordination with the Human

World-acclaimed psychologist on Play in Early Childhood, Professor Peter Gray, gives a talk on how play is used to benefit children’s learning.

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Innovation at the heart of MC education Putting innovation at the heart of education, Miriam College through the MC–Henry Sy, Sr. Innovation Center (MC-HSSIC) introduced “The President’s Challenge” to encourage students across different unit levels to generate big, bold ideas that bring about social impact. The Challenge specifically involves pitching creative ideas that are research-based and solutionfocused in the areas of Science and Math, Arts and Design, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Entrepreneurship. Ten finalists were selected from a total of 27 project entries after a rigorous but fun-filled presentation to a panel of judges led by the ‘Chief Innovation Officer of MC’, President Dr. Rosario Lapus. With her were representatives of Emerson, Felta, and Rex Bookstore, MCHSSIC’s industry partners, and MC’s Marketing and Communications Manager. Among the ideas presented were a crowd management system for emergency situations, a self-defense campaign to empower women, products for multi-tasking women; and a learner’s space to suit today’s students. The winning groups were all given seed funding to implement their projects. Prototypes were created at the Innovation Center, where they were later exhibited. The newly institutionalized President’s Challenge promises to be a much-awaited affair in the coming years.

Girls, Be Brave In support of Dr. Lapus’ initiative to launch the institution-wide campaign “Girls, Be Brave”, the MC-HSSIC was a key partner of the President’s Office in organizing the kick-off event which featured international YouTuber and influencer Michele Poler. Known for her project “100 Days Without Fear” and for the social movement Hello

Fears, Poler addressed an audience of 400 girls, faculty members, and special guests to teach and inspire them how to face their fears and realize their full potential. The theme resonated well among students who, like many youth today, find themselves in the middle of varying challenges. Students freely asked their questions and sought advice from Poler, who gave inspiring and encouraging responses. It was a day to remember. Michelle Poler’s talk was partly sponsored by Project AGELESS or Advocacy for Girls’ Engagement in Leadership, Education, and Social Synergy initiated by Miriam College High School Class of 1992 with the MC-HSSIC as lead implementer. This event was followed by “Beat the Heartbeat: Finish Strong!”, a day of alternative learning experiences for BEU and HEU students that challenged them to overcome their limitations – physical challenges included! The “Girls, Be Brave” campaign is aligned with the school’s holistic wellness program for all students. Please see pages 54-55 for a photo feature of the event.

Keeping new ideas shining bright: Dr. Rosario O. Lapus opens the first President’s Challenge event with a symbolic switch of a bulb.

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POWERED BY PARTNERSHIPS MC-HSSIC: A DOST Technical Business Incubation Center As the Philippines’ first integrated makerspace, the MC-HSSIC continues to gain recognition as a hub of trailblazing ideas, programs, and partnerships. On November 27, 2017, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) through the Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD) identified Miriam College, through the MC-HSSIC, to develop the technology business incubation (TBI) center of the institution. The proposed TBI Center will be housed at the Innovation Center. Out of 45 higher education institutions in the country, most of which are engineering schools, Miriam College was selected as one of only 20 institutions to receive a development grant of P9 -12M after completing the capacity-building activities hosted by DOST. The grant will be used for the development and operationalization of the MC-TBI Center for the first two years from January 2019 to December 2020 and to assure the sustainability of the Center and its program after the grant. Miriam College was the lone non-engineering school and the lone college to have made it to the final roster of grant recipients. The grant will support the school’s emerging start-up community and strengthen its entrepreneurial culture.

Teachers’ Press: For teachers, by teachers Expanding and enriching its existing partnership landscape, the MC-HSSIC and Rex Bookstore, Inc. launched The Teachers’ Press on September 30, 2017. This is the country’s first comprehensive publication entity solely dedicated to the production of both traditional and technologyenabled professional teacher education, training, and development resources.

ExCELlent leadership in education The Private Education Assistance Committee (PEAC) made the MC-HSSIC its strategic partner in designing and delivering the Executive Course for Education Leaders (ExCEL) in Senior High School (SHS) from October 2017 to April 2018. The three-day course allowed chief administrators and owners of SHS to acquire enabling competencies in flexible program design and delivery, outcomesbased assessment, teacher-driven training and development, and linkage building and management.

Designing Education with Goldsmiths, University of London On its second year of incubation, the transnational education (TNE) program on designing education in collaboration with Goldsmiths, University of London proceeded with the development and articulation of curriculum content. MC-HSSIC, as the lead institutional office for this initiative, also facilitated the participation of selected faculty members in local and international learning sessions. The first cohort of students is expected to begin their coursework in the last quarter of SY 2018-2019.

Supporting the creative economy Miriam College’s Innovation Center continues to be a model of quality, relevant, and sustainable education in the 21st century. For this reason, the British Council featured the Center as one of only nine facilities in the country that made it to the publication, “Fostering Communities: The Creative Hubs’ Potential in the Philippines”, which was launched in celebration of the golden anniversary of the ASEAN. Indeed, the MC-HSSIC shall pursue its participation in the expanding creative economy of the Philippines.

Miriam College President Dr. Rosario O. Lapus joins the presidents of Philippine universities and representatives from UK partner schools during the launch of the Transnational Education (TNE) program held at Shangri-La in Makati.

REX Book Store and Miriam College combine their expertise for Teachers’ Press, a publication house for professional teacher-education training and development resources. At the launch were (seated) MC President Dr. Rosario O. Lapus and Rex Bookstore Inc. COO Don Timothy I. Buhain.

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completers of the first cohort of the MC-HSSICRex Bookstore, Inc. Graduate Diploma on Learner-centered Education

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Philippine higher education institutions that qualified to receive a Php15M-grant for technology business incubation from DOST-PCIEERD; MC-HSSIC made sure MC is one of them!

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administrators and supervisors trained by the MC-HSSIC through the Executive Course for Education Leaders in Senior High School in 10 regional sites all over the Philippines

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BE BRAVE! CSC kids enjoy a friendly futsal game.

Miriam College Child Study Center EXTRA-CURRICULAR Futsal Team Participation Child Study Center indoor gym July 2017 – March 2018

Miriam College Lower School CO-CURRICULAR Mathematics Georgina Erich Cruz, Ciara Kelzie Gudoy, Malin Janna Vega, Ruth Beatrice Tabares Bronze Medalists Mathematics Development Academy of the Philippines (MathDAP) 2018 Young Mathematicians’ In-House Intensive Training Program (YMIITP) Iloilo City March 22-25, 2018 Ciara Kelzie Gudoy Silver Medalist 2018 International Mathematics Wizards Challenge (IMWiC) Jakarta, Indonesia May 4-7, 2018 Jessica Claire Caputero 2nd Place Overall Malin Janna Vega Silver Threshold Award Annika Reine Remigio Bronze Threshold Award Eye Level National Math Competition (ELNMC) Quezon City November 5, 2017

EXTRA CURRICULAR Ballet Jea Carmela Francisco 3rd Place, 9 and Under Modern Troupes Nurul Qhalisia Rahmad 3rd Place , 9 and Under Modern Troupes Honorable Mention, 12 & Under Classical Ballet & Modern Troupes

Maia Margarita Arroyo 3rd Place, 9 and Under Modern Troupes 19th Asia Pacific Dance Competition Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia August 16-21, 2017

Basketball Chelsea KC Cristina Sabater Champion, Midget Division Mia Jodi Agustin Champion, Midget Division 48th Women’s National Collegiate Athletic Association Rizal Memorial Coliseum November 11, 2017

Football Madeline Brillantes, Alexi Marielle Cabrera, Tamica Lorraine Oraa, Martha Isabelle Tambis, Mischa Brielle Gella, Samantha Anika Estoque 3rd Runner Up, Girls Born 2008 Division 14th RIFA Girls 2nd Phase Cumulative Festival

Gymnastics Mia Kara Berba Gold Bars, Beam, Vault, and Floor 2nd All-around Champion Bars, Floor, and Vault Saint Marie Eugenie Gymnastics Meet for Level 1 Senior Division Assumption, Antipolo June 30, 2017 Chloe Macapugay Individual All-Around Champion and Gold Bars, Floor, Vault & Beam Events Club Gymnastica Friendship Meet 2017 Club Gymnastica Gym, Rosario, Pasig City September 30-October 1, 2017

Nurul Qhalisia Rahmad wins at the 9 and Under Modern Troupes category in Ballet.

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Judo Mary Kim Anica Borja Gold Medal International School Manila Judo Invitational May 12, 2018 Silver Medal Muntinlupa Judo Challenge Muntinlupa City June 16, 2018

Frances Elise De Guzman gets the Gold at the Sonny Ty International Gymnastics Cup.

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Amaya Francesca Lagmay 2 Gold Medals & 1 Silver Medal Skate Philippines Competition 2017 SM Megamall Ice Skating Rink Mandaluyong City October 23, 2017

Xabi Aryana Tumang Bronze Medal, Sparring QC New Face of the Year Taekwondo Championship Fisher Mall, Quezon City July 1, 2017

Ryeli Angel Lumanao Gold Medalist Technical Category Skate Philippines Summer Championship 2018 Ice Skating Institute Asia May 28, 2018

Gold Medal, Sparring Marikina Taekwondo Championship Marikina Sports Center August 6, 2017 Gold Medal, Forms/Sparring Quezon City Athletics Association (QCAA) Taekwondo Championship Ateneo Grade School November 30, 2017

Volleyball Sophia Alexis Perez 1st Runner-Up QCAA Volleyball Tournament Tivoli Royale February 11, 2018

Ryeli Angel Lumanao proves sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s got the moves during the Skate Philippines Summer Championship 2018 event.

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Arielle Keithley Mirandilla Gold medal, Debate | Writing | Champion Scholar

World Scholar’s Cup

Marina Sophia Fagela Gold medal Debate | Challenge (Special Area) | Champion Scholar

Individual Awards

Silver medal, Writing

Samantha Claire Arcenas Silver medal, Debate | Writing | Challenge (History) Juliana Isabelle Guillermo Silver medal, Writing Alize Rosemary Madayag  Gold medal, Debate | Writing Silver medal, Champion Scholar Mary Angela Sophia Lim Gold medal, Writing Silver medal, Debate | Challenge (Arts) Challenge (Literature) | Champion Scholar Maxene Alexandra De Castro Gold medal, Challenge (Science) Alyssa Jessica Salazar Silver medal Challenge (Social Studies) | Challenge (Special Area) Katrina Francesca Asedillo Gold medal, Debate Challenge (Social Studies) | Challenge (Literature) School Top Scholar | Champion Scholar Silver medal, Challenge (Arts) | Challenge (Science) Challenge (across all subjects) Maria Monnica Carbonilla Silver medal, Writing | Challenge (Social Studies) Leica Juliene Cecilia Silver medal, Challenge (History) Joie Melissande Ocampo Gold medal Challenge (Social Studies) | Challenge (Literature)

Team Awards Alize Rosemary Madayag, Juliana Isabelle Guillermo Samantha Claire Arcenas Gold medal, Writing Silver medal, Scholar’s Bowl | Debate | Champion Team Leica Juliene Cecilia, Joie Melissande Ocampo, Jiana Lim Gold medal, Challenge Silver medal, Scholar’s Bowl Marina Sophia Fagela, Arielle Keithley Mirandilla Gold medal, Debate Silver medal, Scholar’s Bowl | Writing | Champion Team Katrina Francesca Asedillo, Mary Angela Sophia Lim, Maria Monnica Carbonilla Gold medal, Scholar’s Bowl | Writing | Champion Team Silver medal, Challenge Alyssa Jessica Salazar, Maxene Alexandra De Castro Silver medal, Debate Junior Division World Scholar’s Cup Tournament of Champions Yale University November 9-14, 2017

EXTRA-CURRICULAR Art Leia Margaret Daguman 2nd Place, Junior Category Brown Movement On-the-spot Art Contest Rizal Park, Manila February 10, 2018

On top of individual awards, the MCMS teams got top rank in the Skittles Division plus an Isaac Asimov trophy at the 2017 World Scholar’s Cup Tournament of Champions in Yale.

Silver medal, Challenge (Arts) Jiana Lim Gold medal Challenge (Social Studies) | Challenge (History) Challenge (Literature) | Challenge (Special Area) Challenge, 12th (across all subjects) Silver medal Writing | Challenge (Arts) | Challenge (Science) Champion Scholar

MIRIAM COLLEGE Annual Report 2017-2018 Badminton Badminton Varsity Team 1st Runner-Up King’s Montessori School Badminton League King’s Montessori School January 28, 2018 Cherize Frances Guevarra Most Valuable Player Badminton Varsity Team Champion 48th Women’s National Collegiate Athletics Association (WNCAA) San Beda Alabang February 4, 2018

Basketball Carmela Miranda, Dianne Camille Nolasco Mythical 5 48th Women’s National Collegiate Athletics Association (WNCAA) Rizal Memorial Coliseum November 4, 2017 Basketball Varsity Team 1st Runner-Up Women’s Basketball League (WBL) Xavier School, San Juan 1st Runner-Up Inter Scholastic Sports Association (ISSA) British School February 11, 2018 Champions Basketball Midgets Division 48th Women’s National Collegiate Athletics Association (WNCAA)

Choir MCMS Chorus Silver Awards Equal Voices Junior Category, Folklore Category 10th Orientale Concentus International Chorale Festival School of the Arts, Singapore July 7-9, 2017 2nd Prize Winner and Best Interpretation of Contest Piece Childrens Choir Category National Music Competitions for Young Artists (NAMCYA) Cultural Center of the Philippines November 26, 2017

Football Astrid Heiress Ignacio Most Valuable Player Football Varsity Team 2nd Runner-Up, Girls Born 2006 Division Champion, Girls Born 2004 Division 1 Champion, Girls Born 2004 Division 2 1st RIFA Phase Cumulative Festival International School, Manila & British School Manila October 7, 2017 Football Varsity Team Champion 2nd AFC Festival Module Ateneo Moro Field October 22, 2017 Football Varsity Team 2nd Runner-Up Champion, Girls Born 2004 Division 1st Runner-Up, Girls Born 2004 Division 1 14th RIFA Girls 2nd Phase Cumulative Festival British School Manila February 24, 2018

Gymnastics Chelsie Apacible 3rd Place Overall Champion Gold Medal, Balance Beam Bronze Medal, Vault BSM Spring Meet 2018 British School Manila, Taguig City March 10, 2018

The MS Chorus are proving themselves locally and internationally by being consistent winners in different competitions this year.

BE BRAVE! Julia Beatrice Brillantes Gold Medalist Club Gymnastica Friendship Meet Rosario, Pasig City September 30 & October 1, 2017 Bronze, All Around Champion Hong Kong SRC Gymnastics Carnival November 19, 2017 3 Gold, 1 Bronze Medalist Aqua Zorb Friendship Meet Gymnastics December 9, 2017 Kathleen Chloe Garcia Gold Medal, Uneven Bars Gold Medal, Vault Bronze Medal, Floor Exercise Silver Medal, Balance Beam 2nd Place, Individual All Around WAG – Level 2 Senior Spring Meet 2017 Singapore American School Woodlands Street, Singapore April 29, 2017 Gold Medal Bars, Beam and Vault & Floor Individual All Around Champion 2017 Club Gymnastica Friendship Meet WAG – Level 3 Club Gymnastica Pasig Gym September 30, 2017 Silver Medal, Bars Bronze Medals, Beam, Floor & Vault 2nd Place, Individual All Around 2nd Sonny Ty International Gymnastics Cup 2017 Muntinlupa Sports Center October 13, 2017 Gold Medals, Vault, Bars, Floor Bronze Medal, Beam 2nd Place Indiovidual All Around Club Gymnastica Philippine Cup 2018 Rizal Sports Complex, Manila February 25, 2018 Sabine Noelle Odulio Silver Medal, Floor Exercise Bronze Medal, Bar Exercise MILO Little Olympics Philippine Cup Competition Rizal Memorial Sports Complex February 25, 2018

Softball MCMS Varsity Softball Team Champions Ashlee Tuprio Most Valuable Player Calista Sofia Adriatico, Lorraine Ann Guinto Outstanding Players Philippine Tot Metro Schools Softball Tournament Sto. Niño, Marikina City February 18, 2018

Swimming Samantha Ildefonso 2 Bronze Medals 50m Backstroke and 50m Freestyle MILO Little Olympics Marikina Sports Complex September 23-24, 2018 Angelica Monina Rivera Silver Medalists 4x50m Medley Relay Marianne Antoinette Santillan Silver Medalists 4x100m Medley Relay 48th Women’s National Collegiate Athletics Association (WNCAA) San Beda College, Alabang, Muntinlupa City February 4, 2018

Taekwondo Brianne Vinluan Most Valuable Player MS Taekwondo Team Back to Back Champion Women’s National Collegiate Athletics Association San Beda College, Alabang February 3, 2018

The MS Taekwondo Team was named Champion at the WNCAA 2018 games.

MIRIAM COLLEGE Annual Report 2017-2018 The HS team composed of Angela Villasanta, Natasha Evora, Mariah Cual, Trisha Junsay, and Sydney Tongson impressed the President’s Challenge judges with their Crowd Management pitch that aims to implement crowd control during disasters.

Masmek Cabading, Trishtan Cedo Margarita Dela Cruz, Brianne Vinluan Gold Medal Alyssa Casareo, Oren Lichauco, Myleena Salonga Silver Medal Mikaella Francisco, Stephanie Valeros Bronze Medal 48th Women’s National Collegiate Athletics Association (WNCAA) San Beda, Alabang February 4, 2018

Volleyball Fiona Gabrielle R. Faustino Best Blocker Angela Gabrielle Lijauco 5th Place Impromptu Speaking

Pamela Paula D. Santos Best Server Volleyball Varsity Team 1st Runner-Up

Pauline Nicole Matabang 6th Place Impromptu Speaking

Quezon City Athletics Association (QCAA) Tivoli Royale Club House February 11, 2018

MIRIAM COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Miriam College High

Gillian Tabios 6th Place Impromptu Speaking

School

CO-CURRICULAR Conference High School Student Delegates Global Young Leaders Conference Washington, DC and New York, USA June 19-28, 2017

President’s Challenge Angela Villasanta, Natasha Evora, Mariah Cual, Trisha Junsay, Sydney Tongson Winners, “Crowd Management Project” President’s Challenge MC-Henry Sy, Sr. Innovation Center February 2018

Speech Stephanie Protacio 3rd Place Impromptu Speaking

Katrina Bianca Andres Special Awards Solo Acting Exhibition INTERACT Speech Competition Brent International School Biñan Laguna January 13, 2018

World Scholars’ Cup Team Awards Mary Katherine San Miguel, Alyssa Santana, Aleeza Moira Tiongson 1st Champion Team in Southeast Asia Gold Medal Top Debate Team Overall 21st Top Scholar’s Bowl Team Gold Medal + Trophy Overall 3rd Top Challenge Team Gold Medal Overall 9th Champion Team Silver Medal Top Writing Team

BE BRAVE! Individual Awards Mary Katherine San Miguel Gold Medal Debate Champions | Scholar’s Challenge (Arts) Scholar’s Challenge (Social Studies) Scholar’s Challenge (Literature ) Overall Scholar’s Challenge | Overall Champion Scholar Silver Medal Scholar’s Challenge (History ) Writing Champions Alyssa Santana Gold Medal Scholar’s Challenge (Social Studies) Scholar’s Challenge (Science) Overall Scholar’s Challenge Silver Medal Debate Champions | Scholar’s Challenge (Arts) Scholar’s Challenge (Special Area) Overall Champion Scholar Aleeza Moira Tiongson Gold Medal Debate Champions Scholar’s Challenge (Arts) Scholar’s Challenge (Social Studies) Scholar’s Challenge (Literature ) Scholar’s Challenge (Science ) Scholar’s Challenge (Special Area ) Overall Champion Scholar School Top Scholar Gold Medal + Trophy 8th Overall Scholar’s Challenge Silver Medal Writing Champions Scholar’s Challenge-History Mary Angela Sophia Lim Gold Medal Scholar’s Challenge Division in Science Jiana Lim Gold Medalist Scholar’s Challenge (Social Studies) Scholar’s Challenge (History) Scholar’s Challenge (Literature) Scholar’s Challenge (Special Area) Scholar’s Challenge (Across All Areas) Top Challenge Team Silver Medalist Champion Scholars Junior Scholar’s Bowl Top Writing Individual Scholar’s Challenge (Arts) Scholar’s Challenge (Science)

Marina Sophia Fagela Gold Medalist Debate Speaker Award Scholar’s Challenge (Special Area) Top Debate Team | Champion Scholars Silver Medalist Top Writing Team | Top Writing Individual Junior Scholar’s Bowl | Top Writing Individual Junior Scholar’s Bowl | Champion Team Maxene Alexandra De Castro Gold Medalist Scholar’s Challenge (Science) Silver Medalist Top Debate Team Arielle Keithley Mirandilla Gold Medalist Debate Speaker Award | Top Writing Individual Top Debate Team | Champion Scholars Silver Medalist Junior Scholar’s Bowl | Champion Team Mary Angela Sophia Lim Gold Medalist Champion Team | Junior Scholar’s Bowl Top Writing Individual | Top Writing Team Silver Medalist Debate Speaker Award Scholar’s Challenge (Arts) Scholar’s Challenge (Literature) Top Challenge Team Champion Scholars World Scholar’s Cup Tournament of Champions Yale University, USA November 9-14, 2017 Team Awards Mary Katherine San Miguel, Alyssa Santana, Aleeza Moira Tiongson Gold Medal Scholar’s Bowl, Senior Top Writing Team, Senior 31st Overall Champion Team Gold Medal + Trophy 10th Top Challenge Team Silver Medal Top Debate Team

MIRIAM COLLEGE Annual Report 2017-2018 Nadine Verceles, Cheenie Corpuz, Reyna Mabulay Gold Medal 21st Top Challenge Team Silver Medal Scholar’s Bowl | Top Debate Team | Champion Team Nicole Ira Manere, Rachael Mikaela Lao, Kaye Elizabeth Veneracion Gold Medal Scholar’s Bowl | Top Writing Team Top Challenge Team | Champion Team Silver Medal Top Debate Team Arielle Marandilla, Marina Fagela, Monica Sugay Gold Medal Scholar’s Bowl Medal | Top Team-Southeast Asia Champion Team Countdown Gold Medal + Trophy 3rd Top Writing Team Individual Awards Cheenie Corpuz Gold Medal Debate Champions | Challenge (Science) Champion Scholar Rachael Mikaela Lao Gold Medal Writing Champions Challenge (Literature) | Challenge (Science) Challenge (Special Area) | School Top Scholar Champion Scholar | Debate Champions Reyna Leane Mabulay Gold Medal Challenge (Social Studies) | Challenge (History) Challenge (Literature) | Challenge (Science) Challenge (Special Area) | Challenge (All Subjects) Champion Scholar Silver Medal Challenge (Arts) | Debate Champions Nicole Ira Manere Gold Medal Challenge (History) Silver Medal Challenge (Science)

Mary Katherine San Miguel Gold Medal Writing Champions Challenge (Literature) | Challenge (Special Area) Challenge (All Subjects) | Champion Scholar Silver Medal Debate Champions | Challenge (Science) Alyssa Santana Gold Medal Challenge (Arts) | Challenge (History) Challenge (Literature) | Challenge (Special Area) Challenge (All Subjects) | Champion Scholar Silver Medal Challenge (Science) | Debate Champions Aleeza Moira Tiongson Gold Medal Challenge (Special Area) | Champion Scholar Silver Medal Challenge (Social Studies) Challenge (Literature Writing Champions) Kaye Elizabeth Veneracion Gold Medal Writing Champions | Challenge (History) Challenge (Literature) | Challenge (Special Area) Challenge (All Subjects) Silver Medal Champion Scholar

The MC team composed of Mary Katherine San Miguel, Alyssa Santana, and Aleeza Moira Tiongson, shown here with coach Amity Yap, has made waves in the media after being the highest ranking Filipino Team at the World Scholar’s Cup Tournament of Champions in Yale.

BE BRAVE! Nadine Verceles Silver Medal Challenge (Arts) | Challenge (History) Challenge (Literature) | Challenge (Special Area) Marina Sophia Fagela Gold Medal Writing Champion Silver Medal Challenge (Special Area) Sophia Fernandez Silver Medal Debate Champion | Challenge (Social Studies) Challenge (History) | Challenge (Special Area) Champion Scholar Arielle Keithley Mirandilla Gold Medal + Trophy 2nd Writing Champion Silver Medal Champion Scholar | Debate Champion Monica Therese Sugay Gold Medal Challenge (All Subjects) | 3rd Challenge (Arts)

Andrea Vitan Top 5, Scholars’ Challenge (Literature) World Scholars’ Cup Manila Local Round 2018 Miriam College February 25-26, 2018

EXTRA-CURRICULAR Badminton Sophia Marie Cal, Maria Virgina Lopez, Denielle Aria Littaua, Bianca Alexandra Pineda Champions 3rd Kings’ Montessori Cup 2018 Kings Montessori School January 18, 2018 Denielle Aria Littaua, Bianca Alexandra Pineda 2nd Runner Up WNCAA San Beda College Alabang February 3 - 4, 2018

Cheerleading

Silver Medal Challenge (Social Studies) | Challenge (Science) Challenge (Special Area)

Pep Squad Hardcourt Team 2nd Runner Up WNCAA Cheerleading Competition Rizal Memorial Coliseum February 17, 2018

World Scholar’s Cup Global Rounds Hanoi, Vietnam June 26-July 1, 2017

Dance

Aki Billanes, Cheska Firmalo and Bienne De Guzman Top 1 Team, Debate Category Overall Team Ranking 3rd Champion Team Andrea Vitan, Jade Vega, and Alexandra Co Top 2 Team, Scholars Bowl Overall Team Ranking 4th, Champion Team Liann Leonen-De Vela Top 2 , Scholars Challenge (All Subjects) Carmen Dolina Top 4, Debate Champion Sophia Linsangan Top 5, Scholars’ Challenge (Arts ) Jia Pineda Top 2, Scholars’ Challenge (Social Studies) Mariah Cual Top 5, Scholars’ Challenge (Special Area)

Sayawatha Dance Troupe Champion CRISSA Dance Synergy Smart Araneta Coliseum December 16, 2017 Youth Division Back to Back Champion and Best in Costume World of Dance Manila 2018 Qualifiers UP Theater March 3, 2018 Maxine Adrienne Jill Roque 2nd Place 18 & Under Contemporary Troupes Open Modern Troupes, Open Song and Dance Troupes 18 & Under Classical Ballet Ensemble Ryn Illyshi Cruz 2nd Place Open Song and Dance Troupes, Honorable Mention in 15 & Under Modern Troupes

MIRIAM COLLEGE Annual Report 2017-2018 Louise Martinez 2nd Place Open Modern Troupes, Honorable Mention 15 & Under Modern Troupes 19th Asia Pacific Dance Competition Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia August 16-21, 2017

Frisbee Ultimate Frisbee Team 2nd Runner Up, Disc Olympics Clarkfield, Pampanga February 10 - 11, 2018

Poomsae

Viella Therese Querol 1st Place 13-14 years old category Sunlife Aquathlon Bike King Makati Aqua Swim Arena and University of Makati September 19, 2017

Felora Cecille Rafael Bronze Medalist, Poomsae (Individual) Silver Medalist, Poomsae (Team)

Cultural and Classical Dance Club Team Champion, All Girls Senior Jazz Division National Dance Championships Mall of Asia Arena February 27, 2018

Pauline Mira Ebarle Silver Medalist, Poomsae(Team)

Briana Isabelle Maderazo Bronze Medalist, Poomsae (Individual)

Denice Sai Clarence Emralino Silver Medalist, Poomsae(Team)

Football

Seoyoung Beak Silver Medalist, Kyorugi

Football Team Champion, Girls Born 2002 Division

Ashtrid Tabitha Chua Bronze Medalist, Kyorugi

Kassandra Marie C. Zalamea Most Valuable Player, Girls Born 2002 Division

Rizal Memorial Stadium September 30 - October 1, 2017

14th RIFA Girls 1st Phase 9 Tournament British School Manila October 1, 2017

Remarkable Elizabeth Remorca Gold Medal, Cadet Individual Poomsae

Football Team Champion, HS Division

Fedora Cecille Rafael Silver Medal Cadet Individual Poomsae and Junior Team Poomsae

Kamea Victoria C. Mangrobang Most Valuable Player RIFA 9 A Side Summer Tournament College of San Agustin April 25 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; May 9, 2018

Denice Sai Clarence Emralino Bronze Medal, Junior Individual Poomsae Silver Medal, Junior Team Poomsae National Age-Group Taekwondo Championships Rizal Memorial Stadium November 5, 2017

Football Team 1st Runner-up, Under 18 Division Champion -Under 16 Division

Stephanie Pagtaconan Silver Medal, Poomsae Individual

KC Zalamea Most Valuable Player

Loraine Timbang Silver Medal, Kyorugi

Ceres Cup Bacolod Bacolod City May 19-20, 2018

Angela Gascon Bronze Medal, Kyorugi

Palarong Pambansa District Meet Diliman Preparatory School November 8, 2017

BE BRAVE! Francine Lim Gold Medal, Kyoguri Palarong Pambansa Division Athletic Meet Quezon City High School November 3, 2017 - December 4, 2017 Gold Medal, Kyorugi Palarong Pambansa District Meet Diliman Preparatory School November 8, 2017

Soccer Soccer Team Champion, HS 2000 Division Soccer 14th RIFA 2nd Phase 11 a side Tournament Ateneo De Manila University March 3, 2018

Softball Softball Varsity Team Champion Anna Francesca Nepomuceno Most Valuable Player, Softball Germaine Marie Guinto Best Hitter and Homerun Queen Award, Softball Alia Danielle Tuprio Best Pitcher, Softball WNCAA Barangka Baseball Field Marikina February 3 & 4, 2018

Swimming Sam Andrei Doragos Gold medal, 400m Freestyle Silver medal, 200m Individual Medley Bronze medal, 200m Butterfly, 800m Freestyle 9th Milo Little Olympics, Marikina City September 23-24, 2017

Table Tennis Table Tennis Varsity Team 1st Runner Up, Team Event ISSA Games Xavier School, San Juan City September 16, 2017

Tennis Rainna B. Felinne Aquino, Amanda Luisa Roque, Katherine Mercado, Cristel Tejada, Jianna Eliz Gerial Champion 2017 Milo Little Olympics Rancho 1, Tennis Court Marikina City September 24, 2017

Track and Field Cholagne Vi Gold Medal, 100m, 200m, 4x100m Run Silver Medal, 4x4m Run Arianne Pelobello Gold Medal, 4x100m Run | Silver Medal, 100m Run Bronze Medal, 200m Run Patricia Salva Bronze Medal, Discus Throw Demi Riah Ching Gold Medal, 4x100m Run | Silver Medal, 4x400m Run Chloe Mamon Gold Medal, 4x100m Run | Silver Medal, 4x400m Run DepEd Unit Meet Track & Field Team ULTRA, Pasig City November 29-30, 2017 Beatx Ysabel Medina Clarianes Gold Medal, 200m Sprint Silver Medal, Shot Put Silver Medal, 100m Sprint Best Athlete, 17 and Above Girls Division Arianne Mae Pelobello Silver Medal, 200m Sprint Demi Riah Ching Bronze Medal, 200m Sprint Patricia Edz Tagudar Bronze Medal, 100m sprint Blue Knights Track Meet Ateneo de Davao January 28, 2018

MIRIAM COLLEGE Annual Report 2017-2018 Janna Nadine C. Tan (3rd from right) brought home top awards in the e-Tool Challenge.

Miriam College - Southeast MC-SOUTHEAST ASIAN INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF Asian Institute for the Deaf Information Technology Janna Nadine Tan Gold Medal, e-Tool Challenge Silver Medal, e-Life Challenge Global IT Challenge National Council on Disability Affairs Hanoi, Vietnam September 18-21, 2017

Miriam Adult Education

MIRIAM ADULT EDUCATION

HIGHERHigher EDUCATIONEducation UNIT

Unit

CO-CURRICULAR

Game Development

Conference / Forum

Christopher Gonzales (Game Programmer) Rosalinda Oberes (Game Artist) Erica Paulino (Game Designer)

Jemaiah Balaoy, Stephanie Garcia, Jasmine Tolentino Participants International Student Conference on Global Citizenship 2018 Bali, Indonesia January 14 - 21, 2018

Shortlisted Educational Game Development competition (online) SEA Creative Camp Online Workshops: Future Careers for Youths for Schools in Southeast Asian countries Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) Department of Technical and Vocational Education, Ministry of Education of Indonesia February - April 2018

Entrepreneurship Students Delegates International Conference on Entrepreneurship (ICE) 2018 UNDP and ENEDA, KMUTT United Nations Center Bangkok, Thailand February 8-10, 2018 Ana Katrina Alay-ay, Ma. Nicole Cuerpo, Pamela Mae Magtalas, Gianne Russel Paas, Trisha Nicole Salvador, Orna Janissa Victoriano Delegates Philippine Academe Delegation 2018 APECâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Competitiveness of Women MSMES in the Garments and Textile Sector Makati Diamond Residences, Makati City April 18-20, 2018 Bea Gonzales, Charine Gabrielle Villegas, Daniela Aguilar, Gemaica Lufrangco, Trixia Laragan, Renelle Ortiz, Roxanne Silva Participants 2nd ASEAN Young Entrepreneurs Carnival Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) Pasay City September 5, 2017

Christopher B. Gonzales, Rosalinda A. Oberes, and Erica J. Paulino from the Miriam Adult Education unit were shortlisted in the online Game Development competition.

BE BRAVE! Hazel Ann Marie Duya, Pritti Mae Bandril Participant 9th Philippine Association of Administrators of Student Affairs, Inc. (PAASA) Interactive Youth Forum Boracay, Malay, Aklan September, 20-22, 2017 Biology Students Participants 17th Philippine Network for Microbial Culture Collection (PNMCC) Annual Scientific Meeting and General Assembly Yakult Philippines, Agoncillo St., Manila November 11, 2017 Aira Garces, Jimloyd Ancheta, Alyssa Ong, Michael Pajaroja, Marlyn Kaye Dupaya, Correne Reyes, Ysrah Ongkinco, Sareena Calonzo, Mary Antonette Lorenzo Participants Project Inclusion’s Pasasalamat 2017 UNILAB Foundation and Accenture JY Campos Hall A, Bayanihan Center, Mandaluyong December 7, 2017 Psychology students Participants Boundless: Transcending Boundaries Towards Mental Health Awareness CEU Manila Campus January 15, 2018 Participants Mind you Mind: Preparing Today’s Professionals for the Betterment of Tomorrow St. Paul University Quezon City Campus January 20, 2018

Exchange Programs

Hannah Marcel De Leon, Jan Ysabel De Leon, Nikolle Fernandez, Rie Fujinami, Fenina Ysabel Gerero, Rose Ann Nonato, Rogeline Uchi Participants Japanese Language and Culture Program Seisen University, Tokyo, Japan October 22-29, 2017

Genetics Jeremie Angeles, Danielle Laya Castro, Eunice Garcia 1st Runner Up National Intercollegiate Genetics Quiz University of the Philippines, Los Baños, Laguna. November 4, 2017

Journalism Franchesca Pauline Cantos Winner SINAG: Sun Life Financial Literacy Journalism Awards Fairmont Hotel, Makati City December 6, 2017

Licensure Exams Kissa Alaya Binuya Top 3 Registered Marketing Professional Certification Exam Junior Achievement Philippines, Inc. November 2017 Chanelle Ivy Argeles Top 10 Psychometrician Licensure Exam Professional Regulation Commission October 29-30, 2017

Mitzi Nicole Angeles, Priiti Mae Bandril, Ma. Allison Mikayla Bobier, Chrtisimel Davida Guevara, Precious Therese Novilla Participants Mutual Understanding Program 2017 Hanshin University, South Korea October 29 – November 5, 2017 Vergel Adelline Agbulos, Andrea Almonte, Andrea Lorraine Correa, Ma. Theresa Pauline Fandiño, Kessiah Andrea Katigbak, Vanessa Mae Lugod, Gianne Louise Mariano, Beatrice Anne Soriano, Diana Rica Anne Tan Participants Japanese Language and Culture Program 2017 Kobe College, Japan October 30 – November 12, 2017

Chanelle Ivy Argeles landed Top 10 in the Psychometrician Licensure Exam.

MIRIAM COLLEGE Annual Report 2017-2018 Bridgette Lorraine Bautista, Fatima Garcia, Patricia Erika Marie Lim, Junilou Monjardin, Fiona Airis Ponce Porras, Arnold Fonollera, Priscella Mejillano, Noel Mendoza, Jhonel Siarez Passers Environmental Planner Board Exam Professional Regulation Commission June 2017

Nicole Angela Roy Perfect Scorer (990/990) Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) Listening and Reading Tests, Miriam College May 21, 2018

Isabella Bianca Bertol, Versomina Delos Reyes, Maureen Bernice Felicio, Sarah Mai Garde, Joanne Gigataras, Haruka Ichinose, Louise Antonette Lumactud, Priscilla Hannah Orara, Bernice Joyce Santos, Dyanne Christine De Ocampo Passers Social Work Board Exam Professional Regulation Commission July 2017

Isabel Pallisoc, Marguerita Rivera, Pamela Robles, Leinah Aguilar, Kaylie Maxino, Shan Arcega, Chan Abrera, Kayla Gozon 3rd Place, Best Video Documentary “PODCON 6: Upholding Media Credibility Amid the Age of Fake News” University of Santo Tomas Civil Law Auditorium February 2 - 3, 2018

Media

Jaydee Refuerzo Level 1 Passer Certified Accounting Technician Exam Professional Regulation Commission August 2017 Kelly Winnona Marie Credo, Vitoria Angela Jarlego, Shirlene Malabanan, Mary Rose Panlilio, Ivy Joselle Ubias Level 2 Passer Certified Accounting Technician Exam Professional Regulation Commission August 2017 Bea Mangabat-Cojuangco, Aileen Dela Cruz, Geraldine Ebro, Mary Ann Medina, Anna Patricia Malto, Marica Pasinos, Maria Althea Sambilay Passers Certified Public Accountant Board Exam Professional Regulation Commission October 2017 Mary Ronnielle Imee Bautista, Yasmeen Tiffany Clemente, Precious Doquila, Joanna Mae Ibis, Florence Justine Lobo, Andrea Rica Paras Passers Certified Public Accountant Board Exam Professional Regulation Commission May 2018 Jouren Fryancois Diño, Triszya Gorostiza, Ma. Theresa Pauline Fandiño, Havienne Marie Jimenez, Tricia Mae Kie, Coleen Jane Sagun Passers Registered Marketing Professional Certification Exam Junior Achievement Philippines, Inc. November 2017

Model United Nations International Studies Students Slancka Achievement Certificates 68th Session of the Model United Nations of the Far West California, USA April 20-24, 2018

Paper Presentation Priiti Mae Bandril Bill Author, Disability Awareness in Schools Act of 2017 Philippine Model Congress Senate of the Philippines September 9-10, 2017 Athena Marie Castaño, Sherwin Castillo, Kristia Ysabel De Guzman, Mary Mia Villanueva Paper presenters “The Mediating Role of Loneliness on the Relation Between Parent-Child Relationship and Risk Taking Among Filipino Adolescents”

International Studies students continue to shine at the yearly Model United Nations held in California, USA.

BE BRAVE! The paper presentation of Athena Marie Castaño, Sherwin Castillo, Kristia Ysabel De Guzman, and Mary Mia Villanueva was well received at the Asian Conference on Psychology and Behavioral Sciences held in Kobe, Japan.

Samantha Malate, Mariel Manalo, Bettina Grace Solleza Paper presenters “Millennial and Generation X Mothers: The Moderating Role of Generations on the Relation Between Parenting Self-Efficacy and Parenting Style” The Asian Conference on Psychology and Behavioral Sciences The Art Center Kobe, Kobe, Japan March 22 - 24, 2018 Rheinela Enjearl De Lara, Maria Veronica Manlulu, Candice Alethea Virtucio Paper presenters “Growing Old with You: Experiences of Selected Filipino Caregiver-spouses of Patients with Alzheimer’s Disease” 2018 International Conference on Education, Psychology, and Learning Nagoya Congress Center, Nagoya, Japan April 6-8, 2018. Coleen Ramos, Jem Guinto, Ilyana Miranda, Christine Escribano, Coleen Pabua Paper presenters National Communication Research Conference 2017 Baguio City November 23-24, 2017

President’s Challenge Renee Aguilar, Kelzia Enriquez, Joreen Loreto, Kurtney Reyes Winner “DefendHer” College of Arts and Sciences entry Lindsei Lehinan, Clarisse Lazaro, Trisha Grayda, Mignon Martinez, Regina Patricia Marcelo Winner “The Nest” College of Education entry Gianne Russel Paas, Pamela Mae Magtalas, Orna Janissa Victoriano Winner “Habi” College of Business, Entrepreneurship, and Accountancy entry President’s Challenge MC-Henry Sy, Sr. Innovation Center March 2018

Social Action Kelzia Louise Enriquez, Joreen Loreto, Christine Angelu de Guzman, Dana Naranjo, Kurtney Reyes Participants Bayan Mo, iPatrol Mo Bike@10 Quezon Memorial Circle, Quezon City August 28, 2017

Study Tour Trisha Marie Jao Participant, European Summer Program Lille University, Lille, France July 27 - August 21, 2017 Angel Yap Participant, Global Summer School Program Catholic University of Korea July 7 -28, 2017 HEU students Participants, Study Tour, Singapore March 19-21, 2018 Business Administration students Delegates International Marketing Study Tour and Exposure Program Bangkok, Thailand September 21-24, 2017 Business Administration students Delegates International Finance Study Tour and Exposure Program Singapore October 8-11, 2017 Leisure and Tourism Management students Participants Ecotourism and Regional Planning Tour Iloilo and Guimaras October 28-30, 2017

MIRIAM COLLEGE Annual Report 2017-2018 Entrepreneurship Students Delegates International Short Study Program for Entrepreneurship students Tokyo, Japan February 25 - March 1, 2018 Karla Sophia Fuentes, Isabel Gallardo, Maria Angeli Hernandez, Micha Jean Mendoza, Lervie Robles, Andrea Harvey Salaya, Froiriss Ivan Ting Delegates International Finance Exposure Trip Singapore April 1- 8, 2018

Symposium Biology Students Participants Philippine Society for Microbiology Cluster 1 Symposium Leong Hall Auditorium, Ateneo de Manila University November 24, 2107 Child Development and Education Students Participants JUMPSTART 2017 An Early Years Symposium Henry Sy Sr. Innovation Center, Miriam College October 7, 2017 Participants Vygotsky in Action in the Early Years Henry Sy Sr. Innovation Center, Miriam College February 9-10, 2018

Training Camp Daphny Ann Cormero Participant Asian Youth Leaders Travel and Learning Camp 2018 Singapore February 22 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 26, 2018 Iris Danielle De Leon, Carmela Millenia Bartolome, Arianne Eliza Corpuz Delegates Hotel and Cruise Operation Practical Skills Training Magsaysay Center for Hospitality and Culinary Arts Communication students Participants 3rd Communication Conference Henry Sy, Sr. Hall in De La Salle University, Manila August 4-5, 2017

EXTRA CURRICULAR Badminton Badminton Varsity Team 1st Runner-up, Badminton tournament 16th WCSA Season Assumption College November 19, 2017

Basketball Basketball Varsity Team 3rd Place, Basketball tournament 16th WCSA Season San Beda College â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Alabang March 4, 2018

Cheerdance Cielo Badua, Jaqueline Grace Dorado, Kateleen Joy Gigataras, Fay Julianne Lee, Alice Bland Murro, Franchesca Lea Mejias, Frances Philips Mejias, Roselle Anne Marie Vytiaco 1st Runner-up Cheerdance Competition 16th WCSA Season Rizal Memorial Coliseum November 19, 2017

Finswimming Mariana Gabrielle Reyes 2 Silver Medals 1 km Speedwater Descent 200 m Speedwater Lake events 2017 Sun Moon Lake Asian Long Distance Finswimming and Speedwater Competition Taiwan October 13 - 15, 2017

Poomsae Taekwondo Varsity Team Champion Poomse Tournament 16th WCSA Season Assumption College San Lorenzo November 19, 2017

Shooting Amparo Teresa Acuna Bronze Medalist Shooting 29th Southeast Asian Games Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia August 19-30, 2017

BE BRAVE!

Mariana Gabrielle C. Reyes bagged 2 Silver Medals at the 2017 Sun Moon Lake Asian Long Distance Finswimming and Speedwater Competition in Taiwan.

Swimming Swimming Varsity Team 2nd Runner-up Doreen Doria, Anna Gabriela Rodriguez, Ma. Nicole Cuerpo, Jeula Francine Guiab Silver Medal 200 Meter Medley Relay Doreen Doria, Anna Gabriela Rodriguez, Ma. Nicole Cuerpo, Maria Patrina David Bronze Medal 400 Meter Medley Relay Anna Gabriela Rodriguez Bronze Medal 400 Meter Medley Relay 100 Meter Breast stroke Maria Beatrix Bakabak, Bea Won Bi Zablan, Syntha Samantha Alcantara, Jeula Francine Guiab 2nd Runner-up 200 Meter Freestyle Relay 16th WCSA Season Assumption College November 19, 2017

MIRIAM COLLEGE Annual Report 2017-2018

Miriam College’s unique identity as a women’s college is characterized by its advocacy centers: Center for Peace Education (CPE), Environmental Studies Institute (ESI), and Women and Gender Institute (WAGI). Throughout the years, the MACs, as they are collectively called, have become leaders in the promotion of the school’s core values of Truth, Peace, Justice, and Integrity of Creation. These principles are animated by the MACs through curriculum integration, work with like-minded networks and institutions, research, capability-building, community engagement, and various action-oriented initiatives on relevant local and global issues. The MACs’ influence, contributions, and impact on the larger community are evident across sectors. Particularly through the Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP), they carry leadership roles in promoting the Association’s six-pillar program called JEEPGY which stands for Justice & Peace, Ecological Integrity, Engaged Citizenship, Poverty Alleviation, Gender Equality & Youth Empowerment. The MACs run the JEEPGY program in the different CEAP-member schools using the Whole-School Approach. Government and non-government sectors continue to seek out their expertise in training and research for different initiatives.

From the school to organizations like the Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP), the Miriam Advocacy Centers continue to spread the values of peace, gender equality, and integrity of creation through education.

BE BRAVE!

CENTER FOR PEACE EDUCATION (CPE)

This school year marks the 20th anniversary of the CPE. Miriam College, through the CPE has been at the forefront of peace issues, developing a culture of peace in the school and other communities. Honoring peace advocates To celebrate its 20th year, CPE honored two alumnae with the Chi Rho Peace Award for their untiring and steady commitment to the cause of advancing peace and positive change in our society. Awardees were Marites Guingona Africa (Col ‘82) and Belle Garcia Hernandez (Col ‘90). Marites is the Founder and Executive Director of the Peacemakers’ Circle while Belle is the Peace Program Director of Balay Mindanaw. This is only the second time that CPE gave the award, which is an expression of MC’s gratitude and joy for having produced graduates who embody, in an exceptional way, the institution’s core values of peace and justice. CPE also launched the book Three Decades of Peace Education in the Philippines: Stories of Hope and Challenges, a compilation of inspirational stories of peace educators in the Philippines. The project was done in collaboration with CPE Visiting Fellows Dr. Toh Swee-hin and Dr. Virginia Cawagas of the University of Alberta, Canada. Leading actions for a nuclear ban treaty 2017 also marks the adoption of the Treaty to Prohibit Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) in the United Nations. The CPE, with MC students and faculty, was part of efforts leading to the adoption of the nuclear ban treaty. MC students, led by Pax Christi-MC, trooped the halls of Congress and Senate to bring the matter to the attention of our lawmakers, mounted exhibits, organized fora, and staged public actions to raise the awareness of the general public on the issue. The TPNW prohibits nations from developing, testing, producing, manufacturing, transferring, possessing, stockpiling, using or threatening to use nuclear weapons. The International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) of which MC-CPE is an active member was awarded the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize for drawing attention to the catastrophic humanitarian consequences of nuclear weapons and its efforts to achieve the TPNW.

Fundraising for Mindanaoan brethren The Marawi siege saw CPE and other MC advocacy centers collaborate to raise funds for war victims and to raise awareness on the need to prevent conflict and terrorism. All academic units of the school also continue to lend an active hand in raising funds to support the school’s Twinning Project and other projects related to preventing conflict and building peace during the Mindanao Week of Peace. The various units of MC organized creative fundraisers such as Peace Balls for Peace, I Scream for Peace and Lugawan Para sa Mindanao. Upholding peace through social media The Global Network of Women Peacebuilders and CPE continue to work together to ensure that the youth, a potent force for non-violent social change, participate in conflict prevention and resolution as well as in peacebuilding efforts. This year, Girl+Ambassadors for Peace (#G+A4P) campaign was launched where young women across the country are trained to uphold the principles of peace and security, gender equality, women’s rights, and human rights using social media as tool. Maintaining headship in national and international peace works This year, CPE continues its leadership role in peace work within and outside the country, acting as lead in organizations such as the International Action Network on Small Arms (IANSA), Global Network of Women Peace builders (GNWP), G+A4P, Forum Arms Trade, Centre for Armed Violence Reduction, Pax Christi (PC)-Asia-Pacific, Pax Christi Pilipinas and the Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines Programs Committee. In November, CPE co-organized the Pax Christi-Asia Pacific Regional Consultation where PC members and affiliates discussed ways to build up the work of nonviolence, disarmament, peace education and interfaith engagement in the region. The CPE actively works with Pax Christi International in promoting the Catholic Nonviolence Initiative which appeals to the Catholic Church to re-commit to the centrality of Gospel Nonviolence. Miriam College, through CPE and the other Miriam Advocacy Centers, co-hosted the First CEAP JEEPGY National Conference where over 200 Catholic educators from across the country converged to polish their tools in integrating justice and peace, ecological integrity, engaged citizenship, poverty alleviation, gender equality and youth empowerment into the curriculum and other dimensions of learning.

CPE’s Dr. Jasmine Galace and Dr. Loreta Castro attend the Nobel Peace Prize ceremonies in Oslo. The International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN), of which MC-CPE is an active member, is a recipient of the prestigious award.

STRENGTH IN NUMBERS

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Center for Peace Education: 20 years of taking action for peace

nations that approved the historic treaty, banning nuclear weapons in July 2017 with MC as part of efforts leading to the landmark agreement

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million people reached by the Nobel Peace Concert in nearly every country across all platforms where CPE was one of the two ICAN members interviewed by celebrity David Oyelowo

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youth, teachers, administrators, government officials, diplomats, and civil society workers trained on peace education, disarmament, peacebuilding and women/youth, peace, and security

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pesos raised by MC across units during the Mindanao Week of Peace to support MC-CPE’s conflict prevention and peacebuilding efforts

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Internalizing integrity of creation

Advocacy across sectors

The ESI strives to bring environmental awareness and action within the MC community and outside through its four program areas: 1) Environmental Education and Advocacy Program, 2) Community Leadership for the Environment Program, 3) Community-based Resource Management Program, and 4) Sustainable and Dark Green School Program.

In Miriam College, all sectors are enjoined to participate in ESI’s various advocacy activities. Different groups such as the officers of the College Faculty Association, students of National Service Training Program (NSTP) and Communication Department, Japanese students from the International Volunteer Student Association (IVUSA), Korean students from Hanshin University, employees of PHINMA and members of Nature Awareness and Conservation Club also conducted different activities in Barangay Laiban, Tanay, Rizal with the ESI. One of the highlights was the Annual Gift-Giving Activity and Tree-Planting by the students and parents of the Lower School and Middle School, students and teachers of the Miriam Adult Education, and alumni. More than 750 families received gifts from the different groups.

In January 2018, the 1st MC Students Conference on the Environment was held during the celebration of the annual Environment Week. The highlight of this conference was the launch of the Institutional ZeroWaste Campaign wherein the different academic units, represented by students and teachers, laid out unit-based plans and strategies in support of the campaign. In celebration of Earth Day, a week-long exhibit on E-Waste entitled “EKSTRaktib” was co-organized with the Philippine Misereor Partnership, Inc. and was mounted in the Higher Education Unit. The project advocated e-scrap and metals recycling as an alternative to mining, easing the burden of extraction from forests and mountains. It raised awareness on the environmental and human effects of modern and competitive electronic production which lead to enormous mineral extraction. Empowered community for the forest The project entitled “Empowered Community for the Forest” in Barangay Laiban, Tanay, Rizal was launched in January 2018. The project was a Php13,747,700.00 grant from the Forest Foundation Philippines (FFP) and will run for four years. It has four components namely, reforestation and forest management, enterprise development, community development and youth formation, and teacher training. In partnership with the FFP and in agreement with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR Region IV A), ESI aims to sustain the management of 180 hectares of forest land within the Kaliwa Watershed in the Sierra Madre and build the capacity of the people in the host barangay. After the successful Consultation Workshop with stakeholders of Lower Sierra Madre held in MC, ESI extended its consultation with various nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), people’s organizations (POs) and government organizations in Tanay, Rizal and in Baler, Aurora wherein participants re-affirmed their commitment to save and protect the Sierra Madre. FFP sponsored some of these workshops with a Php 405,000.00 grant to ESI.

On the first year of the MBA Program of the College of Business, Entrepreneurship, and Accountancy, business proposals of the students in the Product Development subject were adapted by ESI for the enterprise development component of the forest project. The MBA students also did field work in Laiban, Tanay, Rizal and tree planting at Regina RICA, also in Tanay. Recognizing MC’s contributions to sustainable development The school, through the ESI, continues to receive recognition from different environmental organizations for its committed work and impact on the larger community. On November 15, 2017, the ESI was given recognition by the Foundation for Philippine Environment for its contributions to biodiversity conservation and sustainable development. On April 28, 2018, the ESI was given the Gaia Award by Earth Day Jam for being a Green Institution. Through music, performances and engaging activities, Earth Day Jam aims to encourage the youth to join the cause, and spread the message that the Earth’s treasures deserve to be celebrated and protected.

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people were given orientation on ESI’s environmental advocacy

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people participated in ESI’s EcoWalk on MC Campus

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native trees were planted in Brgy. Laiban, Tanay, Rizal

families benefitted from ESI-led Christmas outreach in Brgy. Laiban, Tanay, Rizal

students were given scholarship by ESI in Brgy. Laiban, Tanay, Rizal

organizations participated in the Forest Management Consultation Workshops organized by ESI

The Environmental Studies Institute leads the school in educating the community and external publics about the importance of the zero waste advocacy.

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WOMEN AND GENDER INSTITUTE (WAGI) Expert in gender and development WAGI has been offering its expertise in gender and development for 20 years through the Mid-Year Institute. The Center has been giving regular training on gender fair education (GFE), international women’s human rights and governance, migration, gender responsive planning and budgeting. This year, it launched its newest training course entitled “Gender, Sexuality, and Student Youth Well-being” which seeks to gain an in-depth understanding of gender and sexuality related issues that young women and men experience.

Intensifying community engagement The Center continues to provide basic gender and development orientations to MC faculty and students. This year, it has opened its doors to collaborations with students seeking to complete their undergraduate thesis and other projects that draw on the topics of gender. Work on women, peace, and security issues As WAGI closes its Women, Peace, and Security Projects – Phase 2, which is supported by the U.S. Department of State, it will soon release its latest research on Bangsamoro women’s political and economic participation and their engagements in the electoral processes, community organizing, and peace building. Furthermore, with its expertise on training and extensive work on gender, peace, and security, the Center has been tapped once more by the U.S. Embassy to co-organize with the Karamah Muslim Women Lawyers the Institute on Law, Leadership, and Conflict Resolution in the Philippines. The training was participated in by 37 Muslim women lawyers and community leaders from ARMM, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Myanmar. Through the training, the participants were able to enrich their knowledge on gender equitable principles and values in Islam from a legal perspective as well as engage Islam women lawyers in the study of Islamic jurisprudence and leadership development.

Young women from different regions in the country gather every year at Miriam College for the Young Women Leader’s Conference organized by WAGI.

From national to regional WAGI has been conducting the National Women’s Summit since 2012. This year, the Center launched the 1st Southeast Asian Women’s Summit with the theme “50 years of ASEAN: What’s in it for women and why women are in it?” on November 7-9, 2017 in celebration of ASEAN’s 50th Anniversary, which coincides with the Philippines as Chair of the ASEAN. Women’s groups, organizations, government agencies, and the academe from across the region came together to discuss issues and challenges faced by women in ASEAN. The 1st Southeast Asian Women’s Summit was also dedicated to the late Sen. Leticia Ramos Shahani, former dean of Miriam College who was the co-convener of the last four National Women’s Summit.

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WAGI is also a well-sought institute that provides training on gender mainstreaming and gender and development for various sectors. Most recently, organizations such as the National Defense College of the Philippines and the Ateneo de Manila University sought the expertise of WAGI to guide them towards becoming gender responsive institutions.

years of feminist research, training, and existence in Miriam College

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young women from various universities and colleges from Mindanao gathered for a leadership training

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participants from the Mid-Year Institute Training

number of women from conflict affected areas trained and consulted during trainings, dialogues, and consultations under the Women, Peace, and Security Project

Vice President Leni Robredo was one of the esteemed women speakers at the 1st Southeast Asian Women’s Summit organized by WAGI.

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The Service Resource Centers assist the school in delivering its desired overall impact on studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; learning experiences. These centers are the Center for Strategic Research, Language Learning Center, Center for Applied Music, MC Museum and Gallery of Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Art (GAWA). These centers cater to varying special interests of students and other members of the community.

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CENTER FOR STRATEGIC RESEARCH (CSR) Research Mentoring Program To enrich the culture of research in the institution, the Miriam College Research Council approved the Research Mentoring Program, a one-onone collaborative support and advice scheme envisioned to capacitate faculty and employees across units to conduct quality research with help from seasoned faculty researchers. Basic Research Ethics Training Together with the Quality Assurance Office, the CSR conducted a two-day Workshop on Basic Research Ethics Training from April 23 to 24, 2018. Ricardo M. Manalastas, Jr., MD, UP-Philippine General Hospital OB Gynecologist and Chair of the Philippine Health Research Ethics Board – Committee on Information Dissemination, Training, and Advocacy (PHREBCIDTA), together with Liane Peña Alampay, PhD, Ateneo de Manila University Research Ethics Office Director, spearheaded the workshop attended by about 50 faculty members and professionals from Miriam College. The training was in preparation for the creation of the school’s own Research Ethics Committee that should maintain the integrity and quality of research works produced by the faculty and employees. Enriching MC’s research culture The 6th Institutional Research Colloquium held on July 25, 2017 featured new and interesting research papers of faculty and employees from all units. This annual event gathers all the works of the research grantees of the school for the year, as well as papers produced by other members of the community. Each year, the researchers present their studies to a knowledge-savvy audience, enriching the community’s culture of learning and discovery. The colloquium this year included a poster presentation for the first time, enhancing the presenters’ creativity in capturing the audience’s interest and disseminating the findings of the study. Each poster may be viewed at the colloquium venue throughout the day. It also gives audience a chance to dialogue with the researcher on the details of the study. This new presentation platform was welcomed by the researchers from the school’s different units.

years, Miriam College is known in the country and the global community for its pioneering efforts in the promotion of its core values and as a leading advocate for truth, peace, justice, women’s empowerment and the integrity of creation thru its Advocacy Centers—Environmental Studies Institute (ESI), Center for Peace Education (CPE), and Women and Gender Institute (WAGI). The study aimed to assess the centers’ impact on the internal community. It was conducted through focused group discussions (FGDs) to asses the awareness level, attitudes, and behavior across the school’s different groups.

Miriam College and the DepEd, through the Center for Strategic Research, tie-up for the evaluation of DepEd’s Open High School Program (OHSP) for partner private schools.

Evaluation of DepEd’s Open High School Program The Center for Strategic Research rolled out its research project granted by the Fund for Assistance to Private Education-Private Education Assistance Committee (FAPE-PEAC) of the Department of Education (DepEd). Miriam College faculty and researchers through CSR were accorded the responsibility by the FAPE-PEAC to evaluate DepEd’s Open High School Program for partner private schools. CSR visited eight private schools, gathered archival records and documents from 30 participating schools, surveyed 2,016 current students and 166 graduates located in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. The result was a comprehensive final report entitled “Evaluation of the Open High School Program among Selected Private Schools in the Philippines.”

Another institutionally significant undertaking by the office was a study on Miriam College’s socially-oriented Advocacy Centers. Through the

MIRIAM COLLEGE Annual Report 2017-2018 Research on integrating safety and security education in the curriculum The CSR was awarded another research grant by the Commission on Higher Education Revised Continuing Professional Education (CHED RECPE). The research, entitled “‘Usapang Kaligtasan:’ A Study on Safety and Security in an All Women Higher Education Towards Curriculum Integration and Instructional Materials Development”, will run from 2018 to 2020. It aims to gather baseline data on how members of the Miriam College Community perceive “kaligtasan” or safety and security in general, and in the Diliman campus in particular. The information will be used to evaluate the current physical, social, and institutional environment of the school as input to curriculum review initiatives. The research goal is to integrate safety and security education in the curriculum as well as to develop, validate, and disseminate relevant instructional materials. The research contributes to the school’s efforts to build a culture of safety and security in the campus.

The annual Institutional Research Colloquium is an opportunity for research grantees to share their work with the community.

LANGUAGE LEARNING CENTER (LLC) The Language Learning Center offers language programs to all groups of learners. Language lessons and activities are designed by level of proficiency to ensure maximum involvement inside and outside the classroom. Specifically, the LLC offers the following: Mandarin, French, Nihongo, Korean, German, Spanish and Filipino. It also handles the Basic Education Unit’s Foreign Languages for Young Learners Program. Its English programs include English as a Second Language, English Camp, English for Academic Purposes and English for Professional Success. This school year, the LLC launched its Second Language Learning and Teaching (SLLT) Program which focuses on addressing the needs of Filipino and English teachers in teaching non-native speakers of both languages. The program was first run in the summer and was attended by participants from different schools and private companies in Marikina, Rizal, and Manila. The program covers essential theories and skills as well as techniques and strategies in teaching a second language. It also includes performance assessment methods for more effective instruction. Other special programs offered by the LLC

include Academic Writing for Graduate Students and Beyond Borders: Writing and Presenting Conference Papers. The LLC is open to MC and non-MC participants who may enroll individually or in groups of at least three per class. Assessing constructive alignment in global communication Miriam College’s curriculum is designed such that its graduates are able to easily adapt and perform well in the work environment. The Global Communication program of the Higher Education Unit is designed to help students 1) improve poise and confidence, interactions, and relationships; 2) achieve industry-standard communication skills; and 3) work towards immediate employment or establishment of one’s businesses after graduation. In support of the HEU, the Center took on the task of evaluating the Global Communication program to ensure its relevance and effectiveness. The evaluation was conducted in consultation with Professor Noleine Fitzallen of the University of

Tasmania and Professor John Biggs, forerunner of the Constructive Alignment Model in curriculum planning. Results of the evaluation established that a constructively aligned teaching and learning setting positively correlates with students’ satisfaction of the course delivery. The report confirmed the learner-centeredness of the Global Communication program as evidenced by its highly-contextualized and engaging activities. The participants articulated that the goals of every learning session were clearly presented and well-explained. Students were afforded timely and effective feedback about their performance whenever necessary. Overall, the program helps students adopt deep learning approaches in their various undertakings.

A recognized partner of the Department of Tourism, the LLC and the International Partnerships and Programs Office, in cooperation with the Higher Education Unit, hosted a Familiarization Visit for Japanese school officials and education agents and Department of Tourism (DOT) representatives. The activity, which is held annually with different countries, promotes the LLC’s programs and services to potential partners abroad.

Strengthening credentials and linkages

Digitized program evaluation

The LLC has a history of over 10 years and continues to thrive. The Center still enjoys its Technical Education and Skills Development Authority’s (TESDA) certification, having successfully undergone its recent compliance audit which validates its high level of competence, quality of facilities, and viability, among others.

One of the goals of LLC is to continually improve its programs. Evaluation for each LLC program is regularly conducted to provide valuable, high-impact and timely feedback on teaching performance, lessons, instructional materials, and facilities. To easily generate results, the program evaluation tools were created using Google Forms. Hence, reports about each program are up-to-date.

There were two Japanese delegations composed of school officials and education agents who visited the campus in October and December 2018, respectively. Actively networking with schools abroad have become helpful in curriculum enhancement and positioning efforts of the school.

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Grades 7 and 8 transferees enrolled in the Middle School Foreign Language Bridging Program

graduate students from the State University of Malang, Indonesia took up the English Language Education Program

participants took the Second Language Learning and Teaching Program

undergraduate students from Fuji Women’s University took the Intensive English Language Program takers of the English for Professionals course

Language Learning Center Program Officer, Ms Grace Soriano,orients visitors from Japan about the office’s language programs for foreign students.

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CENTER FOR APPLIED MUSIC (MUSIC CENTER) Building self-confidence through music

Collaboration with BEU

At the Music Center, students explore and learn to make their own music through lessons in voice, piano, guitar, ukulele, flute, drums, and violin. Students not only learn the rudiments of music and techniques of their chosen instrument, but also build self-confidence through regular performances during quarterly exams and yearend recitals.

The Center constantly strives to keep up with the varying needs and persuasions of music students. The P+6 Program gives enrollees the opportunity to jumpstart a future career in the performing arts. It starts from the primary level to a pre-college proficiency level that offers a performance-based progressive music curriculum. These courses are composed of a minimum of five students and are held in collaboration with the Basic Education Unit as part of the students’ after-school activities.

Students are mentored by teachers who are experts in their respective fields. The faculty’s professional experiences and craft are valuable influences to their trainees, who are likewise creating their own identity in music. The Center’s foremost mentor, Music Center Director Professor Chino Toledo, premiered his composition “Hoy! Bata...” in Tokyo, Japan, and was a featured guest conductor of the Guangxi Symphony Orchestra at the 2017 China-ASEAN Music Festival in Nanning City, Guangxi Province.

Group ensemble classes are also offered for Electronic Keyboard, Strings, and Rock Band playing. These classes get their chance in the spotlight each year when they perform at the School Fair. A bright future awaits our Music Center students!

Summer lessons at the Music Center are capped with student performances at the La Porte Hall.

The Music Center takes pride in its roster of faculty who are also experts in the field.

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MC MUSEUM AND GALLERY OF WOMEN’S ART (GAWA) Celebrating women through art The school year saw an intensified appreciation of the rich cultural heritage and artistic talents of the MC community in the series of art exhibits held on campus. Starting off the series was GAWA 2.0 which featured the works of innovative women visual artists including alumna Yazmin Basa. In commemoration of the 80th year arrival of the image of the Our Lady of Maryknoll in the Philippines, a month-long Marian Art Exhibit dubbed Miriam of Nazareth displayed artworks of prominent contemporary visual artists in the country as well as selected images from the private collections of families and institutions. The exhibit held at the MMJ Foyer was in partnership with the Miriam Identity, Spirituality, and Mission Office (MISMO) and the various Campus Ministry Offices of each academic unit. Celebrating National Women’s Month, MC Museum and GAWA mounted “TATSULOK” which featured works of contemporary artists that celebrate the Filipina through the lens of the ancient symbol of femininity – the triskele. The theme depicts the woman as seen in three phases: the maiden, the mother, and the sage. The maiden represents hope, the mother characterizes love, and the sage embodies wisdom. The exhibit was made possible in partnership with the Art Ventures and Advocacy Network (ARTVAN), Philippine Art Educators Association (PAEA), and Miriam College High School Class of 1994. Appreciating international performing arts The GAWA spearheaded the Solidarity in Peace Performance Art Festival 2017 (SIPAF 2017) held on September 14, 2017 at Miriam College. SIPAF 2017 is an international event by SIPA Pinas, an artist-organized performance art festival/project in the Philippines that promotes cultural-exchange, solidarity, and peace. Performances from local and guest artists from Brazil, China, Japan, Korea, and Myanmar showed different stories of sacrifice and human suffering that raise awareness about sociopolitical issues, love, peace, and solidarity.

A Basic Art workshop was conducted by Metrobank Art Awards winner Hermie Pineda that featured sessions on basic drawing and basic oil painting, encouraging employee participants to become more creative and to develop wellness of mind and soul. On another occasion, Pineda and fellow artist Arnel Garcia conducted a Basic Casting workshop for students from HEU Humanities 101 and Theater Elective classes. Students experienced live casting using plaster of Paris as medium.

Miriam College Museum-GAWA (Gallery of Women’s Art) mounted “TATSULOK” for women’s month, celebrating the works of contemporary women artists.

During the National Art’s Month, GAWA organized a paper cutting workshop for students and teachers by visual artist Sinag de Leon. Using recycled paper, participants were able to create intricate designs through the basic process of paper folding and cutting. Internationally acclaimed Brazilian performance artist Eidglass Xavier also facilitated a workshop that focused on using the body, found objects, and technology (electronic media, photo, video, graphics, and sound) in a performance. The workshop was attended by visual design and theater students. The series of free workshops offered new learning experiences and unique opportunities to engage with various artists.

Honing creative potentials The Gallery of Women’s Art supports the artistic potential of members of the school community in an effort to develop a lively creative culture in the school. The Gallery sponsors workshops for students, faculty, and office staff who want to discover and enhance their natural abilities in the arts.

Performance artists showed different stories of sacrifice and human suffering to raise awareness about socio-political issues, love, peace, and solidarity.

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Miriam College (MC) opened 2018 with a talk like no other, featuring YouTuber, Fear Facer, and influencer Michelle Poler on January 5, 2018 at the MC-Henry Sy, Sr. Innovation Center. Miriam College President Dr. Rosario O. Lapus was keen on inviting Poler to the Philippines because of her unique and personal story of conquering her own fears through her project 100 Days of Fear. “We know that our students will listen well to what she has to say, and hopefully in the process be inspired to face their own fears — especially those relating to their peers, studies, and the future,” said Dr. Lapus. The successful event moved the MC students so much that they corresponded with Poler weeks after her talk, sending her touching messages of how she was able to inspire them. Poler’s talk is part of Miriam College’s “Girls Be Brave” campaign which also featured the “Beat the Heartbeat” activity, this time for the students to conquer their physical fears. Both activities successfully made the concept of personal courage more concrete.

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cOmPeTeNt, CaRiNg, eFfIcIeNt, AnD EfFeCtIvE We focus on achieving a high performing organization with

administrators, faculty, and staff to ensure the successful delivery of the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s various programs and services. For our students, we want to provide a transformative experience by bringing them to a higher level of intellectual, physical, spiritual, emotional, and cultural growth from admission to graduation, and by providing them with the necessary skills and competencies needed by the industry. We recognize the crucial role of parents and alumni as partners in the development of the students and the institution.

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HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION (HRD) Motivating the workforce As the Human Resources Division continues to promote a more vibrant and well-balanced life among employees, a healthy living program dubbed Lifestyle Reboot was launched in partnership with the Asian Institute of Lifestyle Medicine. The program involved a series of talks, cooking sessions, and various activities that promote a more vibrant and healthier lifestyle. The program, which provided helpful advice on reducing health risks and ran for several weeks, was well-received by employees. Seeing professional growth as part of healthy and productive living, the school continues to encourage its staff to pursue higher studies and other relevant specialized trainings. Job functions and responsibilities are often revisited in order to make work structures and processes efficient and responsive to evolving needs both for the school and employees. Committed to nurturing

its talents, employees who consistently perform well, show deep commitment, and great potential for bigger roles are given a promotion based on a combination of increased credentials, greater accountability, or reconfigured work tasks. The system in place allows advancement for deserving employees.

Employees participate in activities under HR’s Lifestyle Reboot program that promotes healthy living.

MIRIAM IDENTITY, SPIRITUALITY AND MISSION OFFICE (MISMO) Spirituality in the workplace Nurturing the Miriam spirituality among employees is one of MISMO’s core missions. Members of the community go through a Miriam Spirituality Orientation/Re-orientation in order to develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of the role that they play in shaping spirituality in the workplace and how it sustains and inspires their work in the institution. The Miriam Spirituality Orientation is grounded on the principle that each and every employee of Miriam College should share in the holistic formation of students and their colleagues and should live out the values the institution imbibes wherever they may be. Faith in action Volunteerism is an expression of one’s spirituality. In this regard, Miriam College through MISMO offers opportunities for employees and students to engage themselves in volunteer work and nurture the sense of volunteerism through MISMO’s Gurong Lingkod and Miriam Volunteer Mission (MCM) programs. In the summer of 2017 and 2018, a total of 47 faculty members from across units including MC Nuvali volunteered for an outreach activity in Laiban, Tanay, Rizal. The faculty members from the Basic Education Unit served as facilitators in different activities which included Sports Clinic

(taekwondo, basketball, and volleyball), Academic Enhancement for Elementary Students (English, Math, and Science) and Youth Leadership Training. Also, some Higher Education Unit faculty members participated in an outreach activity for the Aetas of Floridablanca, Pampanga, where they delivered and donated books. MISMO serves as the institution’s vehicle in addressing the needs of partner communities and other sectors of society by providing services in the form of medical-dental mission, love-sharing, financial donations, and other forms of outreach programs conducted by students and employees of Miriam College. Following the Maryknoll legacy of making God’s love visible, MISMO facilitated the distribution of books, canned goods and other donations to communities in Pampanga and areas in Mindanao. This year’s total donations as Gift to the Child Jesus during the yearly Panunuluyan amounted to PhP72,628. This amount was donated to displaced families of Marawi through the Alagang Kapatid Foundation, Maryknoll Sisters’ Mission partners, and Laiban, Tanay, Rizal. Mission and communion MISMO sustains its involvement with MC partner communities through the Kaisahang Ugnayan

BE BRAVE! The yearly retreats, organized by MISMO, serve as a special time for employees to nourish the spirit.

ng mga Mamamayan (KUM). MISMO facilitates the different trainings and formation programs for KUM leaders and members such as their recollection, planning, and team-building sessions. KUM leaders and members are deeply grateful for the school’s support for their formation as productive and active members of their respective communities. They are recognized as committed and trusted movers of the community. Two KUM leaders were actually elected as Kagawad during the Barangay Elections.

INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERSHIPS AND PROGRAMS OFFICE (IPPO) Strategic partnerships Miriam College explores opportunities for strategic partnerships with international and local academic institutions for the promotion and advancement of its course offerings and the enhancement of the overall student learning experience at different levels. The IPPO ensures the smooth coordination and implementation of various partnershipbuilding initiatives together with units concerned. IPPO coordinated several inbound and outbound programs this year. It hosted 22 students and two faculty members from Business Academy Aarhus-Denmark who visited the school to learn about ASEAN and, specifically, Philippine culture, business, and entrepreneurship. It also helped a delegate from Seisen University, Taki Yonemori, settle in and navigate her way around the campus. Yonemori recalled how anxious she was before taking part in the exchange program but later articulated that she chose the best after being part of the Miriam College community for a year. In February 2018, the IPPO hosted 19 Psychology and Child Care students from Hanshin University who took part in a Mutual Understanding Program that had a service learning component in an MC partner community. Accompanying professor, Jun Ho Lee, described this experience as more than just an education program, but “a unique opportunity to build new relationships and memories that will not be forgotten.”

It is the goal of IPPO to make sure that student programs are meaningful for both inbound and outbound participants. Industry leader linkages Aside from international partnerships, the IPPO continues to form linkages with various industry leaders to reinforce students’ career knowledge, skills, and attitudes for greater employability. The 2018 Job Fair held at the Henry Sy, Sr. Innovation Center brought together more than 75 companies which validate the quality and relevance of MC programs seen through the performance of Miriam College graduates. Maryknoll/Miriam College alumni working in key positions in various companies have also been very instrumental in ensuring that Miriam College graduates are mentored closely and groomed towards becoming future leaders.

IPPO helped coordinate several trips for Miriam College students participating in outbound programs hosted by different schools abroad. These schools included Seisen University, Kobe College, and Hanshin University. These trips are under the Student Internship Abroad Program that expose students to new perspectives and put their learnings in a global context. Students from the Business Academy Aarhus, University of Applied Sciences of Denmark learn about business in the Philippine setting during their visit at MC.

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ALUMNI Miriam College’s devoted partners are its alumni. They show support for the school in varied ways. They support programs in the different units, share about their expertise and experiences, and contribute funds to the school’s projects and scholars. They also help keep the Maryknoll heritage alive. Class of 1969 unveils the Maryknoll Marker Maryknoll College Class of 1969 donated the Maryknoll Marker as a reminder to the MC community of its roots as Maryknoll College. The marker also serves as ‘a loving tribute to the Maryknoll Sisters who provided a nurturing, liberal education to generations of Filipino women’ as etched in the marker. “It is a beautiful reminder that we owe so much of who we are today to the Maryknoll Sisters,” says VP for Academic Affairs Dr. Maria Lourdes Quisumbing-Baybay during the blessing. The event was graced by Maryknoll Sisters Imelda Bautista and Teresa Dagdag. The Maryknoll Marker was blessed by Fr. Robert Buenconsejo, SJ. ‘Ageless’ Jubilarians go all out at alumni homecoming This year’s Maryknoll/Miriam College Grand Alumni Homecoming saw ‘all out’ performances by the different batches, making it one of the most vivacious homecomings the school has ever had. It was spearheaded by High School Batch ’92, this school year’s Silver Jubilarians, in coordination with the Maryknoll/Miriam College Alumni Association and other offices of the school. According to Batch ’92, ‘Ageless’ showcases alumni who are “ageless in mind, body, heart, and spirit—women who seek progress and innovation, are courageous enough to reinvent themselves to become catalysts for positive change; women who continue to live the Maryknoll/Miriam spirit of humble leadership in the service of others, and strive to pass on this legacy to the young women of the Miriam College community.”

Frances Ann Basilio Petilla, Dr. Jennifer Marie Yang, and Genevieve Rivadelo-Caballa, PhD, PTRP. Giving back The school will always be filled with gratitude for alumni who continue to give back to the school in different ways. Their generosity reflecting their consistent support for their alma mater.

This year’s Amazing Alumni Awardees are, from left: Dr. Cora-Lou Bacaltos Kintanar, Luisa Villanueva-Villano, Atty. Gabriella Roldan Concepcion, Atty. Marisol De Luna Anenias, Frances Ann Basilio Petilla, Dr. Jennifer Marie Yang, and Genevieve Rivadelo-Caballa, PhD, PTRP.

This year, the Maryknoll College Class of 1972, led by their Chairperson Monina Oliva-Valencia, Marite Lavina, and Betty Lopez-Sarmiento, conducted a tree planting activity at MC Nuvali to celebrate their 45th anniversary. During the event, the Class turned over their donation of Php 400,000 for MC Nuvali’s environmental projects and pledged several hundred indigenous trees for planting in the campus. College 1967, led by Ms. Carmencita Abella, Ms. Grace Favila and Ms. Lolita DelgadFansler, donated P300,000 to MAE’s scholarship fund.

The theme also takes off from Project #Ageless, a leadership and Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) project in collaboration with Miriam College High School. As one of the main features of the annual homecoming, the event also honored seven Amazing Alumni Awardees in the fields of law, education, medicine, business, and corporate social responsibility. They are Dr. Cora-Lou Bacaltos Kintanar, Luisa Villanueva-Villano, Atty. Gabriella Roldan Concepcion, Atty. Marisol De Luna Anenias,

The Maryknoll College Class of 1969 proudly flank the marker which they donated to remind the community of its Maryknoll roots.

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Remembering Dr. Q Dr. Lourdes Reynes Quisumbing, the first female Secretary of Education, Culture, and Sports under former president Corazon Aquino; Secretary-General of the UNESCO National Commission of the Philippines; and former Miriam College President passed away peacefully on October 14, 2017. She was 96. The Cebu-born Quisumbing, fondly called ‘Dr. Q’ by all, began her lustrous career in the field of education as a teacher at St. Theresa’s College (STC) in Cebu in the 40s. She eventually served as Dean of the same school in 1966 and held various administrative positions in different universities in Manila. She became chair of Graduate Education at the University of San Carlos, Dean of the Graduate School of Education at De La Salle University Manila, and President of Maryknoll College (now Miriam College) in Quezon City. In between these duties, she was active in many national educational organizations, among them president of the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges, and Universities (PAASCU) and Vicepresident of the Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP). Dr. Q’s inspiring leadership in pioneering Values Education, Peace Education, and Environmental Education in the country has earned her the Pro Ecclesia Et Pontifice award from Pope John Paul II in 1979. Eight years into her term as President of Maryknoll College, in 1986, Dr. Quisumbing was appointed as Secretary of Education, Culture, and Sports. Her tenure marked the expansion of free public education at the secondary level, an increase in the share of education in the national budget, rationalization of higher education, and an emphasis on values education. In 1990, she was appointed to the position of Secretary-General of the UNESCO National Commission of the Philippines, with the rank of Ambassador in the Department of Foreign Affairs, which she held until her retirement from public service in 1998. Dr. Quisumbing remained professionally active after retirement, continuing as chairperson of the Board of STC, Cebu, the first lay person to serve that position. She was also chairperson of the Board of Trustees as well as a Professor Emeritus of Miriam College. She was the President of UNESCO-APNEIVE (Asia Pacific Network for International Education and Values Education) and APNIEVE Philippines, of which she was the Founding President. In her golden years, she continued to write, compose songs, sing, and just simply celebrate life. Dr. Q was the widow of Engr. Carlos C. Quisumbing, Sr. and is survived by 8 out of her 10 children, 27 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, and three great-great grandchildren. Dr. Q will truly be missed by the many institutions she has led and helped establish. 61

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MARYKNOLL SISTERS Sister Teresita Perez celebrates with MC Sr. Teresita Perez, M.M. celebrated her 50th anniversary as a Maryknoll Sister in September 2017. Part of her celebration were her visits to Miriam College in Quezon City and in Nuvali. In a lunch hosted by the President, Sr. Teresita was warmly welcomed by former colleagues and friends composed of former MC President Dr. Loreta Castro, former vice presidents Dr. Glenda Fortez and Angelina Galang; WAGI Sr. Project Director Prof. Aurora De Dios, and former GURO head Jamelia Villanueva. Sr. Teresita once served the Higher Education Unit, teaching Theology and Spanish. She also organized the Unitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Campus Ministry Office, serving first as its coordinator. She later spearheaded the Liturgy Committee to plan the daily and feast day Masses and facilitated students, faculty, and administrative staff retreats. She presently resides at the Maryknoll Sisters Center in Ossining, New York, and continues to joyfully and bravely serve in mission in the neighboring areas as a volunteer around the Motherhouse.

Adminsitrators, led by Miriam College President Dr. Rosario O. Lapus (left), warmly welcomed Sr. Teresita Perez (3rd from right) when she visited the school. Her visit was part of her 50th celebration as a Maryknoll Sister.

SY 2017-2018 APPOINTMENTS Dr. Ma. Margarita Acosta Dean, College of Arts and Sciences Mr. Mark Kenneth Camiling Assistant Principal for Academic Affairs, Lower School Ms. Dinna Valera Registrar, Basic Education Unit Dr. Theresa De Vela Executive Director, Women and Gender Institute Dr. Carlo Garcia Executive Director, Environmental Studies Institute Mr. Renato Dela Cruz Head, Miriam Identity, Spirituality and Mission Office

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PARTNERS NETWORKS • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Alliance of Girls’ Schools Australasia (AGSA) Association of Christian Universities and Colleges (ACUCA) Asian University Digital Resource Network (AUDRN) Association of Southeast and East Asian Catholic Colleges and Universities (ASEACCU) Association of Women Presidents/Chancellors of Private Colleges and Universities (SOPHIA) Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP) Consortium of Women’s Colleges and Universities (CWC) Coordinating Council of Private Educational Associations (COCOPEA) International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU) National Coalition of Girls’ Schools (NCGS) Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools Colleges and Universities (PAASCU) Philippine Alliance for Girls’ Education (PAGE) Philippine eLearning Society (PeLS) Quezon City-Marikina Grade School Consortium Thabyay Educational Network (Thabyay) UNESCO-Asia Pacific Network for International Education and Values Education (APNIEVE) United Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia (UB) University Mobility in Asia and the Pacific (UMAP) Women’s Colleges Coalition (WCC)

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Atma Jaya Catholic University, Indonesia Bangkok University, Thailand Catholic University of Korea, South Korea Chiang Rai Rajabat University, Thailand Dasom School, South Korea Dominican University of California, USA Ewha Womans University, South Korea Fuji Women’s University, Japan Georgian Court University, USA Goldsmiths University of London, United Kingdom Kobe College, Japan Payap University, Thailand Pukyong National University, South Korea Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand Soegijapranata Catholic University, Thailand Solbridge International School of Business, South Korea University of Malang, Indonesia Valaya Alongkorn University, Thailand

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Tristine Anne A. Badong 2nd Runner-Up 2017 Women’s Sports Festival Aquathlon Event Philippine Sports Commission (TRAP) Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, Malate, Manila October 15, 2017 Champion Philippine Duathlon Leg 2 Eagle Ridge Golf and Country Club, Cavite April 29, 2018 Champion Tigasin Triathlon Trisports Inc. Lingayen, Pangasinan May 13, 2018

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Karol Mikhail Ra G. Nakpil Summa Cum Laude Master of Arts in Education, Major in Arts Management La Consolacion University Malolos, Bulacan May 25, 2018 Kenan Jairus C. Quitco Passed with Distinction Comprehensive Exam, Masters in E-Learning College of Education, Miriam College SY 2017-18

MCHS Glee Club Moderator and Asst. Principal for Student Affairs Nancy Roman joins her foreign counterparts as jury at the 8th Musica Eterna Roma.

Jomar Aries T. Laurente Passed with Distinction Comprehensive Exam, Masters in E-Learning College of Education, Miriam College SY 2017-18

2nd Runner up (AG 18-29) Aquaman Aquathlon Swim Bike Run Ph Philsport Arena April 8, 2018 Champion Female Category Super Sprint Tri Factor Philippines Tri-Factor La Luz Beach Resort Laiya, San Juan, Batangas December 2, 2017 1st Runner up (AG 20-24) Biathle Trisports Inc. Philippine Army Gym, Taguig September 10, 2017

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Nancy C. Roman Jury Member 8th Musica Eterna Roma Choral Competition Basiclica dei Santi XII Apostoli Rome, Italy July 5-9

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Jhames F. Labrador National Teaching Demonstrator 1st Bantula: International Conference on Culture-based Education in the Context of the ASEAN Integration National Commission for Culture and the Arts La Consolacion University, Malolos, Bulacan December 2, 2017

Angelina Bayaua-Alcazar Member Board of Directors for year 2017-2019, Philippine Association of Practitioners of Students Affairs and Services (PAPSAS) Iloilo City, May 3, 2017 Francis Julius N. Evangelista, Ph.D. Scholarship Grant United Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia Commission on Higher Education Harvard University Graduate School of Education, Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S.A. July 10-July 28, 2017 Fellowship Grant United Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia Sophia University, Tokyo, Japan July 10-July 28, 2017

Dr. Francis Evangelista, successfully finished his three-month fellowship in the Jesuit-run Sophia University in Tokyo, Japan. He is shown here with Dr. Miki Sugimura, the University’s Vice President for Global Academic Affairs.

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Justin Paolo B. Abengaña Junior Ambassador to the Philippines American Society for Microbiology November 11, 2017 Dr. Michele S. Alignay Cardinal Sin Book Awards 2017 Best Book Award for Family Goals Family Life Category SMX Convention Center September 13, 2017 Joel C. Cornista New Country Ambassador to the Philippines American Society for Microbiology November 11, 2017 Dr. Corazon B. Cruz, ENP, PhD 2017 Outstanding Environmental Planner Professional Regulation Commission Manila Hotel June 23, 2017

Dr. Jeanette Isabel V. Loanzon Recipient J.P. Laurel Foundation Professorial Chair in Economics Faculty Council of the UST Graduate School AY 2017-2018 Luz Maria Martinez Grantee Research Project Strengthening Human Rights and Peace Research and Education in ASEAN/Southeast Asia Programme (SHAPE-SEA) A one year study on “Addressing the Human Rights Needs of families Victimized by the “War on Drugs” December 2017 Ma. Dinna J. Paulino, Senior Assistant City Prosecutor Most Outstanding Prosecutor of San Juan City PNP- Eastern Police District August 22, 2017

College of Business, College of Business, Entrepreneurship, & Accountancy Entrepreneurship, & Accountancy Ruby F. Alminar-Mutya, DBA, CPME Certified Professional Marketing Educator Philippine Marketing Association Sofitel, Manila November 2017 Ma. Rica Emilia R. Hermoso, MBA, CMITAP Accredited Capital Market Institute of the Philippines Investment Teaching Accreditation Program Accreditation (CMITAP) Capital Markets Institute of the Philippines Southville International School and Colleges, Las Piñas City May 25, 2018 Mildred M. Sevilla, MA, CPME Certified Professional Marketing Educator Philippine Marketing Association Sofitel, Manila November 2017

The PRC named CAS faculty, Corazon B. Cruz, ENP, Ph.D., as this year’s 2017 Outstanding Environmental Planner.

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Clarissa Carmelita M. Ligon, Ph.D. Finished Ph.D. in Family Studies Successfully defended her dissertations titled, “Bata… Bata…May Pag-asa Ka!” Children in Conflict with the Law: Perceptions on Family and Pathways to Resilience Miriam College May 2018 Felicitas E. Pado Sesquicentennial Vincentian Award for the field of Education Universidad de Sta. Isabel on its 150th Anniversary Naga City April 11, 2018

Member of the Board Global Network of Women Peacebuilders New York 2013-present International Advisory Council International Action Network on Small Arms New York 2012-present Group of Experts Forum Arms Trade Washington, D.C. 2016-present

General Administration General Administration Renato T. Dela Cruz Treasurer APNIEVE Philippines Asia Pacific Network for International Education and Values Education Holy Angel University, Angeles City, Pampanga April 20, 2018 Ma. Concepcion Y. Lupisan, Ph.D. Member Auditing & Assurance Standards Council (ASSC) February 2018 to present Jasmin Nario-Galace, Ph.D. Awardee One of Ten Most Outstanding Josephines St. Joseph’s College 85th founding anniversary Mater Dei Auditorium, St. Joseph’s College Quezon City March 25, 2018

Dr. Jasmin Nario-Galace’s Grade School and High School alma mater, St. Joseph’s College, named her ‘One of Ten Most Outstanding Josephines’ held on the school’s 85th founding anniversary.

Advisory Council Centre for Armed Violence Reduction Sydney, Australia May 23, 2018 Member Funding Board and Working Group Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund UN Women, New York 2015-present

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policies, processes, and systems aligned with the needs of the organization, its students, employees, and partners. Intensive collaboration among the academic units, advocacy centers, special centers, and offices, and establishing open lines of communication within and between the institution and its relevant publics are also a priority.

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BOT STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT COMMITTEE (SAC) BOT member, Ms. Carmencita Abella, facilitates a strategic planning session with the members of the BOT Startegic Alignment Committee.

Committed to the continued growth of Miriam College, the Board of Trustees engages itself with the school more strategically in setting the future of the institution — soon-to-be three campuses. The Board initiated the Strategic Alignment Committee (SAC), a special committee tasked to assess the school’s direction and organization as well as provide support for bringing forward the desired institutional journey with the members of the community. The SAC is headed by Ms. Carmencita Abella, trustee. With her are fellow alumnae Board members, Ms. Josefina Tan (Chairperson), Ms. Edith Alcantara (Vice Chair), Ms. Emelina Almario, Ms. Nieves Confesor, and Dr. Rosario Lapus, president.

HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION (HRD) Compliance with the Data Privacy Act Miriam College was quick to address the requirements of the National Privacy Commission’s (NPC) Data Privacy Act (DPA) of 2012 spearheaded by its Data Protection Officer, Dr. Noel Racho. Work on compliance with the DPA immediately commenced with a series of orientations, meetings, and policy-writing sessions with different units. In line with these, new processes and systems in compliance with the Data Privacy Act were implemented. A work structure and process flow was set in place to facilitate the needed documentation for submission and for tackling different tasks and concerns at different levels. Unit Compliance Coordinators and Personal Information Controllers and Processors were identified and templates for consent forms and relevant contracts were prepared and distributed to the units. The school’s Privacy Statement was issued to all

students/parents and employees and is posted on the website for easy access. With the cooperation of all teams involved, the school covered most of NPC’s 32-point checklist. On March 16, 2018, in partnership with the Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP)NCR and NPC, MC hosted a Roundtable Discussion on the DPA. It was facilitated by National Privacy Commission’s Deputy Commissioner, Atty. Leandro Aguirre and was attended by representatives of CEAP-member schools. The forum provided an opportunity for clarifications and for better appreciation of the new law. Aligned with these efforts, the HRD also organized learning sessions on Risk Management, particularly on risk mitigation for employees. The program was specifically designed for academic support and student services office staff, being the ones who directly engage with students on a daily basis.

FINANCE DIVISION Enhanced financial systems Having a very critical role in the school’s operations, the Finance Division continuously seeks to maintain efficient systems in performing tasks. The upgraded MS Navision financial software launched the previous year is now fully operational

as it proficiently manages the school’s financial systems. Finance forms were also updated to improve documentation and the overall process flow for different transactions. To ensure a smooth transition into the use of the new forms, an orientation was given to representatives of the different units and offices.

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INTERNAL AUDIT OFFICE Management’s valuable partner The Internal Audit Office (IAO) is a valuable support to the management by ensuring that operations are managed economically, effectively, efficiently, and ethically. It is committed to promoting good governance, risk management, and compliance with all regulations by working with the different units and offices of the institution. The IAO provides independent and objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the school’s operations. For SY 2017-2018, IAO finished 14 audit engagements in the following areas of operations: finance (Treasury and Nuvali Cash Management),

processes and systems (Employees’ Last Final Pay, Security Management, Regulatory Compliance, Disaster and Risk Management, Women and Gender Institute, HEU and BEU Cafeteria), and academic unit operations (HEU Library, College of Education Directed Practice Teaching, Scholarship, Student Activities, Café Entrep, and Bookstore). Training ground of students IAO also serves as a training ground for the College’s Accountancy students as part of their onthe-job training and practicum activities. Fifth and fourth year Accountancy students conduct actual audit engagements under the supervision and guidance of the IAO auditors.

MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE (MCO) Reflecting the school’s innovative thrust, the updated Miriam College website was re-launched this year with an upbeat and contemporary look that brings about an energetic vibe. The new website highlights the school’s brand of excellence and trailblazing spirit as a vibrant women’s college having separate spaces that showcase each unit and center. The parallax feature and easy-tonavigate layout also entice more interaction among its viewers. Part of the school’s branding initiative is the launch of the new trunk line, 930-MCQC. The new number is easy to recall with the last four digits being the acronym for Miriam College Quezon City. Miriam College’s cohesive presentation of its brand is a product of the MCO’s collaborative work with the different units, centers, and offices. All work together to make sure the school’s image and values come out in all creative information collaterals, quad media, and social media, and internal communications work for both the main and Nuvali campuses. The colorful collaterals rendered for the insitution and different units further solidify the school’s image and branding.

The newly-launched website features vibrant photos, easily navigable layout, and more informative content.

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FINANCE DIVISION Maintaining efficiency in fund management As the K to 12 program continues to impact enrollment in schools nationwide, the institutional budget process is strengthened further for more

efficient fund management in all units. A deliberate effort on the part of the units to properly plan their expenditures and priorities resulted in an average unit budget utilization of 90% for SY 2017-2018.

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIVISION (ASD) Keeping old buildings structurally sound The main campus has been Miriam Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home since the 1950s. To keep its oldest buildings structurally sound and ensure the safety of the community, the school is on its second year of retrofitting. The immense work was in consultation with and supervised by Angel Lazaro and Associates International. There were five buildings in the campus that underwent the recommended repair, strengthening, and rehabilitation. They were the Angel Michael Hall of the Child Study Center, the Our Lady of Maryknoll Hall of the Lower School, the Our Lady of Fatima Hall of the Middle School, the St. Joan of Arc Hall of the High School and the Caritas Hall of the Higher Education Unit and General Administration.

The Structural Stability Report from the consultant structural engineer declared the said MC buildings as structurally sound, stable, and fit for continuous occupancy and use.

Think safe: Retrofitting on all identified buildings on campus have been ongoing in the past two years to ensure all structures are safe and compliant.

INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY OFFICE (ICTO) The ICTO continuously develops and improves the technology infrastructure of the campus in order to support the growing requirements for connectivity and access to the internet of the tech savvy generation.

that account for quick deployment and flexibility wherever connection and internet access are needed. These networking facilities support an estimated 5,000 connections per day using various devices for instruction and operations.

Pursuing its e-learning programs for more effective teaching and learning, Miriam College continues to increase its wireless network connection. There are now 176 access points throughout the campus. Likewise, the ICTO successfully installed a total of 146 data switches in almost all buildings

Miriam Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two campuses, Quezon City and Nuvali, Laguna, are now connected to the internet via SkyBiz with a 10Mbps bandwidth fiber optic cable and a redundancy support still by a wireless network.

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MC NUVALI This school year saw the soft opening of the much anticipated second building in the branch to accommodate the fast-growing student population. Six of the classrooms in Building 2 were already used by the Senior High School and Kindergarten students this school year. Other new facilities include the third Science laboratory set up in Building 1 for the Senior High School program. Taking advantage of the campus’ vast open grounds and large covered court, school activities are usually held in these open spaces. A high-powered projector was purchased this year to provide clear and vibrant visuals for the campus’ outdoor events, making presentations more vibrant and enjoyable. The new Science Laboratory of Miriam College Nuvali features functional yet spacious workspaces where students can easily walk around and collaborate while they conduct experiments.

MC in Porac, Pampanga These are exciting times for Miriam College. Ayala Land, Inc.’s Alviera township community in Porac, Pampanga, where Miriam College’s third branch will rise, is steadily shaping up. Internally, careful planning to position the school at an advantage,

as well as high-level market studies are being conducted under the direct leadership of the President. The Porac campus is set to open in about four years.

A perspective of the University Zone within the Alviera development where the third campus of Miriam College will be put up. This campus in the north will be developing college programs focusing on arts, design, technology, and management fields.

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Reaching new heights Miriam College Nuvali expands its reach from the confines of the classroom to the international sphere. As a fulfillment of the school’s partnership with Bangkok University, MCN’s own Senior High School graduate and President of the Student Council Jonathan Earl Carreos was accorded a 4-year scholarship at the said university. Earl will be taking up Communication Arts. Two students of MCN qualified to the Manila leg and Global Round in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia of the World Scholars’ Cup. Jean Audrey A. Diaz from Grade 9 won two gold medals for being a Top Scholar and as a writing champion, respectively. She also won three silver medals in two Challenge Subjects (Literature and Human Relationships), as well as in Collaborative Writing. Also, Ysabelle Dela Paz from Grade 11 won two silver medals as a Writing Champion and the other in Collaborative Writing. The two brought home a total of 7 medals (2 gold and 5 silver). World Scholar’s Cup is an international team academic program with students from over 82 countries taking part in round events. Ten Grades 9 and 10 students participated in the SAP Coding training held at the Henry Sy, Sr. Innovation Center at the Miriam College, Quezon City (MCQC) campus. The MCN students, together with other students from the Basic Education Unit of MCQC, spent a day learning to create applications and websites using the SAP software. SAP Software and Solutions Philippines is one of the partners of MC in its bid to enhance the software skills of the students.

Ten students from MC Nuvali joined their counterparts in MCQC for a coding workshop at the MC-HSSIC.

Raising talented individuals The growing population of the school comes with the growing talents. This year, the much awaited Club Shopping Day elicited eager patrons from Grades 3 to 12, who signed up under the 14 clubs that cater to their various skills and interests, such as arts, sports, cooking, and robotics. Among the most popular clubs were Sports and Recreation, Dance, Robotics, and Mini-Theatre. Two new clubs were introduced: Jazz It Up, for students who would like to learn the art of food sculpture, and Junior Librarians, for young book lovers.

In response to the students’ desire to become involved in more school activities, the school has also opened four organizations, which students can join in addition to their regular clubs: Chapel Angels, Yearbook, Student Council, and MCN’s very own music ministry, the Magnificat. The Communication Arts Week dubbed “From Books to Broadway: Language and Literature in the Spotlight” was filled with activities involving poetry, reading, writing, spelling, word challenges, and more. It culminated with a parade of DIY reading hats. Through these activities the students hone their language skills and develop a genuine appreciation for literature. Truly, this event is a venue for academic learning while having fun! The annual DREAMS, an opportunity for students to learn about math, science, and arts while having fun, was celebrated this year with a LIVE – LEARN – ENJOY theme. Classes carried out experiments, stage performances, and quiz bees. By taking part in these activities, students get to learn and discover how math, science and arts can work together to come up with new ideas and useful innovations. Getting bigger and better The Nuvali campus is gleefully welcoming additions to its growing family. With the influx of new students each year, MCN hired 22 new faculty members this school year. This brings to 66% the Laguna homegrown personnel among the teachers and staff of the school. It was also this school year that a male Guidance Counselor joined the team in recognition of the specialized needs of the male students of MCN. In recognition of the aptitude of one of the faculty members, Janver Bondoc, a teacher in CLE, has been invited to become a Private Education Assistance Committee (PEAC) Music Accreditor. A PEAC Accreditor evaluates a member school and makes a report with recommendations.

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athletic scholarship awarded to swimmer Enrico Lorenzo Burgos

High School students— Jennea Barrera and Emiko Shastelle Carlos —joined the Miriam College Exchange Program at Hakuho Girls’ School in Japan

students were granted scholarships in celebration of Miriam College Nuvali’s forthcoming 5th year anniversary

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first graduates of Senior High School under the General Academic Strand (GAS)

and more seedlings and saplings donated by Maryknoll College batch 1972 for planting in Miriam College Nuvali

Miriam College Nuvali has seen its roster of young faculty grow in the last four years.

Systems improvement in the midst of growth With the increasing student population and additional workforce, the administration, together with the Human Resource Director, revisited the organizational chart of the MCN to streamline work processes for better delivery of service. A process mapping of all professional employees was done for clarity of functions and responsibilities. The school is also ensuring that it is compliant with government mandates at all times. With the strict implementation of the Data Privacy Act starting this school year, the administration is making sure that all its processes are protecting the right to privacy of all its stakeholders especially the students.

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An Afternoon with the President The very involved MC President, Dr. Rosario Lapus, would make it a point to travel south to MC Nuvali from the QC campus as often as she can to see first hand all the developments taking place. This year, the Afternoon with the President was filled with warmth and enthusiasm as administrators, faculty and students welcomed Dr. Lapus with song and dance numbers and unique performances. The highlight of Dr. Lapus’ visit was her testimony about her “10 Best Moments as Miriam College President”. Her experiences truly impressed and motivated the students to do their best in school and inspired them to value the school’s mission to produce future leaders and innovators.

College Week festivities MCN is brimming with superb happenings every College Week held in September. The week-long celebration included festive activities for the entire community. Miriam College alumnae were invited to share their experiences as MC students and interact with Grade 7 to 12 students. There were also Alternative Learning Experience (ALEx) sessions among the same levels that either catered to their interests or were conducted to encourage them to try something new. The younger students, on the other hand, enjoyed fun activities organized by Nickelodeon. College Week will not be complete without the exhibit of talents. Various artworks were displayed at the school lobby showcasing the students’ CLE projects. A singing competition dubbed “Tinig Miriam” was also held where representatives from Grades 7 to 12 performed songs related to the school’s core values. The yearly festivity is a time to commemorate the school’s founding principles of forming Filipino Catholic leaders in service and to devote time in honor of Mother Mary. The celebration was then culminated with flower offerings to Mama Mary and a thanksgiving mass.

BE BRAVE! A day for families MCN students from the preschool to Grade 6 (Cluster 1) and their families spent a day of fun to celebrate the much-awaited Family Day. This year’s carnival-inspired event was entitled, “All 4 Fun, Fun 4 All @MC CarNuvali”. The highly-anticipated Field Demonstration of each level showcased the talents of students from Preschool to Grade 6. Families were enthralled with the colorful costumes, upbeat sounds, and energetic dance moves of the Cluster 1 students. To close the program, MCN administrators, faculty and staff treated guests with a lively performance befitting the theme. Children and adults alike had a great time playing at the different game booths, trying out rides, shopping at the bazaar, and going around the sponsors’ booths. It was truly a day well-spent with family and friends, a special day to mark the school’s 4th year. All the passionate planning and collaboration of the MCN Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) paid off having witnessed the success of the celebration. The Cluster 2 or the Grades 7 to 12 students held their Family Day at a later weekend. The day was busy with so much bonding activities for the members of the MCN community such as eating and shopping at the different booths, some of which were run by students themselves. Song and dance performances by students, teachers, and parents were also enjoyed by everyone. The highlights of the special event were the performances by famous OPM band Moonstar 88 followed by an energetic dance party featuring DJ Rico Arce. The affair was another successful team effort by organizers represented by students, teachers, administrators and parents.

Compass Parenting Summit: Navigating the Millennial Landscape The MCN parents continue to be ardent partners in flourishing not only their children in school but the entire community. The Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) once again held its annual parenting seminar, this time with the theme, “Navigating the Millennial Landscape.” The event featured a talk by Pastor Nixon Ng, entitled “Protecting Your Family in the Digital Landscape”. Breakout sessions for both parents and students followed. Also, Ms. Neema Ejercito, a member of the PTA, spearheaded the session about financial literacy for teens.

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48.06%

33.68%

Middle School (MS) 4 High School (HS) Higher Education Unit (HEU) 2 Miriam Adult Education (MAE) 1 MC-Southeast Asian Institute for the Deaf (MC-SAID) MC Nuvali (MCN) 5

SY 2017-2018 SY 2016-2017 SY 2015-2016 SY 2014-2015 SY 2013-2014

11.74% or 876 of 7,459 students are scholars 12.54% or 1,017 of 8,110 students are scholars 12.88% or 1,130 of 8,771 students are scholars 15.57% or 1,425 of 9,153 students are scholars 15.29% or 1,387 of 9,072 students are scholars

1. All MAE students are subsidized by the institution and are therefore considered scholars. 2. HEU data includes the undergraduate and graduate levels of all three colleges (CAS, CBEA, and CEd). 3. The number and percentage of scholarships show a complete picture of all forms of scholarships and financial grants provided by the school. These include support for participation in different student / faculty / non-faculty development programs, discount for employees enrolled in the HEU Graduate Programs, discount for employeesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; children enrolled in MC, etc. 4. Grade School was restructured to Lower School (Grades 1-5) and Middle School (Grades 6-8) effective SY 2013-2014. 5. MC Nuvali opened in SY 2014-2015.

MC-Child Study Center

FACULTY

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MC-Lower School*

100%

MC-High School 15%

100%

85% 93%

MC Nuvali

26%

Higher Education Unit (HEU)**

SY 2017-2018

100%

74%

10%

100%

FULL-TIME Faculty Miriam Adult Education

PART-TIME Faculty

MC-Southeast Asian Institute for the Deaf

90% 20%

Center for Applied Music

* Grade School was divided into Lower School (Grades 1-5) and Middle School (Grades 6-8) starting SY 2013-2014. ** For HEU, the data is the average of first and second semesters from each college and includes faculty in the undergraduate and graduate levels.

80%

EMPLOYEE

Child Study Center 49 Lower School 104

SY 2017-2018

Middle School 95 High School 186 Higher Education Unit 344 Miriam Adult Education 13 MC-Southeast Asian Institute for the Deaf 18 MC Nuvali 53 Music Center 19 General Administration 120

1015 EMPLOYEES

Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Council 14 87

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GRADUATION SY 2017-2018 UNIT / COURSE MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL MIRIAM ADULT EDUCATION Senior High School (Grade 12) Automotive Servicing NC II Barista Bread and Pastry Production NC II Beauty Care NC II Contact Center Services NC II Cookery NC II Dressmaking NC II Electronic Products Assembly and Servicing NC II Food and Beverage Services NC II Hairdressing NC II MC-SOUTHEAST ASIAN INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF Grade School MC-NUVALI Grade 6 Grade 12

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

NO. OF GRADUATES 379 530

TOTAL 379 530 198

71 10 12 23 5 5 19 28 3 19 3 2 2 50 33 17 440

Undergraduate Programs Associate in Computer Technology Bachelor of Applied Arts major in Theater Arts Bachelor of Applied Arts major in Visual Design Bachelor of Arts in Communication Bachelor of Arts in International Studies (Development Studies track) Bachelor of Arts in International Studies (International Politics track) Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Bachelor of Science in Biology Bachelor of Science in Environmental Planning and Management major in Urban Planning and Green Architecture Bachelor of Science in Psychology Bachelor of Science in Social Work Bachelor of Science in Social Work major in Corporate Social Work Bachelor of Science in Social Work major in Humanitarian Studies

7 4 25 129 35 46 55 13 23 69 3 1 4

414

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UNIT / COURSE Graduate Programs Master in Environmental Planning Master in Family Studies Master in Family Studies major in Gerontology Master in Gerontology Master in International Studies Master of Arts in Environmental Management Master of Arts in Family Psychology Master of Arts in Integrated Marketing Communication Master of Science in Environmental Studies Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Studies Doctor of Philosophy in Family Studies

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, AND ACCOUNTANCY

NO. OF GRADUATES 1 1 2 1 5 2 1 4 1 4 4

TOTAL

281

Undergraduate Programs Bachelor of Science in Accountancy Bachelor of Science in Accounting Technology Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Financial and Investment Management Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Marketing Management Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship major in Culinary Arts Bachelor of Science in Leisure and Tourism Management Graduate Programs Master in Strategic Human Resource Management

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

Undergraduate Programs Bachelor of Science in Child Development and Education Bachelor of Science in Child Development and Education major in Special Education Graduate Programs Master in Education major in Childhood Education Master in Education major in E-Learning Master in Education major in Special Education Master in Guidance and Counseling Master of Arts in Education major in Childhood Education Master of Arts in Education major in Special Education

TOTAL NUMBER OF GRADUATES

11 14 42 63 72 14 57 8

273

8 61

26 1 10 13 6 3 1 1 1,941

1,941

1. College of International, Humanitarian and Development Studies (CIHDS) was subsumed under the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) starting SY 2015-2016.

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FUNDS

Professorial Chairs

Administrative Chairs

Endowed Scholarships

BENEFICIARIES

DONORS

The Felicisima Dimalanta - Bermudez Professorial Chair for Faculty in Environmental Studies

Teresita Bermudez - Choa

The Educational Innovation and Development Grant

Patricia B. Licuanan, Ph.D.

The Fr. Joseph Galdon Professorial Chair for Faculty Development

Maryknoll College Class 1968

The Olga Grageda Memorial Fund for Faculty Development

The Miriam College and External Community

The Sister Miriam Thomas Professorial Chair in Values Education

The Miriam College Community

The Mother Mary Joseph Administrative Chair

Maryknoll / Miriam College Alumni Association

The Mr. and Mrs. Gonzalo T. Abaya Scholarship in Social Work

Carmen Abaya - Carlos

The Teresita Bermudez-Choa Scholarship in Environmental Planning and Management

Choa Brothers

The Mary Lou Corominas - Hilado Scholarship Fund for Miriam Adult Education Students

Mariposa Foundation, Inc. through Patricia C. Hilado

The Drs. Fortunato and Josefina Jayme Fund for Service Learning Research

Drs. Stuart and Josefina Jayme - Card

The Ditas R. Lichauco Chair for Scholarships in Communication Arts and Environmental Planning and Management

Family of Ditas R. Lichauco

The Marcial and Jessie Lichauco Scholarship Fund for High School Students

Cornelia Lichauco - Fung

The Maryknoll College Class 1965 Scholarship Fund

Maryknoll College Class 1965

The Maryknoll College Class 1968 Scholarship Fund

Maryknoll College Class 1968

The Maryknoll College High School Class 1968 Scholarship Fund

Maryknoll College High School Class 1968

The Maryknoll College High School Class 1977 Scholarship Fund

Maryknoll College High School Class 1977

The Maryknoll College High School Class 1979 Scholarship Fund

Maryknoll College High School Class 1979

The Maryknoll College High School Class 1980 Scholarship Fund

Maryknoll College High School Class 1980

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Endowed Scholarships

Special Funds

BENEFICIARIES

DONORS

The Maryknoll College High School Class 1981 Scholarship Fund

Maryknoll College High School Class 1981

The Maryknoll College High School Class 1984 Scholarship Fund

Maryknoll College High School Class 1984

The Miriam College High School Class 2006 Magnificat Scholarship Fund

Miriam College High School Class 2006

Bank of the Philippine Island (BPI) Foundation Scholarship Fund

Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) Foundation through Patricia Anika V. Dauden

Francisco and Maria Reyes Scholarship Fund

Susan E. Reyes

Max's Makati, Inc. Scholarship Fund

Max's Makati, Inc. through Erlinda Trota Fuentebella

TubbyRose Fernandez Scholarship Fund

Friends of TubbyRose Scholarship Fund through Anita Figueras - Stricoff and David Stricoff

The Fr. Miguel Varela, S.J. Development Fund

Mariposa Foundation, Inc. and PHINMA Group

Miriam College High School

Student Council, SY 2017 - 2018 through Kaye Elizabeth Veneracion, President

Miriam Adult Education

MC - Southeast Asian Institute for the Deaf

Institutional Scholarship Funds

Maryknoll College Class of 1967 through Grace Favila CSC Faculty Club SY 2017 - 2018 through Myrna T. Capuno, PTA President ADB - Staff Community Fund through Janette Pascual, Chairwoman Catholic Women's Club through Marites Pineda, President Albert and Jenara Ong Anne Curtis - Smith through Choyce Palad

Miriam College Higher Education Unit (MC - HEU)

Menzi Program for Research and Training through Dottie Endraca Comida De China Manila through Regina Torres College Deaf Students Scholarship Fund through Ms. Marical Ui

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FUNDS

BENEFICIARIES

DONORS Megaworld Foundation Inc. through Francis Canuto, President HEU Family Council Scholarship through Danilo Duya Luciano Regodon Jr. Scholarship through Lucy Breen Scholarship and Youth Development Program

Institutional Scholarship Funds

Miriam College Higher Education Unit (MC - HEU)

Diwa and Bato Balani Foundation Inc. through John Rey P. Pesigan, CMC Assistant Scranton Women's Leadership Center through Irene Taeyeon Kwon, Associate Director CSC PTA Faculty (Maria Cecilia G. Abella) Teresita Bermudez Choa Scholarship through Ms. Teresita Bermudez - Choa

General Endowment Fund

Scholar Support Fund

Faculty and Staff Development Funds

Miriam College Higher Education Unit (MC - HEU)

Edith I. Alcantara Josefina N. Tan Maryknoll Highschool Class 1957 through Paz Moreno - Vicente Maryknoll High School Class 1981 through Melissa S. Reyes, Class Representative

Miriam Adult Education

Maryknoll College High School Class of 1967

MC High School

Student Council SY 2017 - 2018 through Kaye Elizabeth Veneracion, President

MC - Henry Sy, Sr. Innovation Center

High School 1992 through Nina Santiago Diwa Learning Systems Maryknoll College High School Class of 1967

Special Projects Miriam Adult Education

CSC Parent - Teacher Association SY 2017 - 2018 through Ms. Ma. Cecilia G. Querol, PTA President

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BENEFICIARIES

DONORS

MC Nuvali

Maryknoll College Class of 1972 through Monina Oliva - Valencia Filinvest Land, Inc. Age Defying Solutions Philippines Corp.

Special Projects

College of Business, Entrepreneurship, and Accountancy

CHED International Affairs Staff 3M One Meralco Foundation

Center for Strategic Research

DepEd Fund for Assistance to Private Education - Private Education Assistance Committee (FAPE - PEAC) Commission on Higher Education (CHED)

Physical Plant Projects

Miriam College High School

Student Council, SY 2017 - 2018 through Ms. Kaye Elizabeth Veneracion, President Pax Christi Miriam College MCHS Students Primitiva Isidro MS Ministry Office Samuel Rubin Foundation Global Network of Women Peacebuilders through Mavic Cabrera - Balleza

Program Partners and Outreach Grants

Center for Peace Education (CPE)

Pax Christi International through Beth Kenyon Global Network of Women Peacebuilders through Agnieszka Fal Dutra - Santos Maria Isabel Opena of Maryknoll College Class 1985 Maria Leah Victoria Roman Reyes of Maryknoll Class 1985 Cristina Nery Abasolo of Maryknoll College Class 1985 Student Council SY 2017 - 2018 through Kaye Elizabeth Veneracion, President

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FUNDS

BENEFICIARIES

DONORS Milagros Garriz Loida Campos Gichelle Ipapo Grace Paguia Cheryl Romano Albert Laborte Forest Foundation Philippines (FFP) through Atty. Jose Andres Canivel, Executive Director

Environmental Studies Institute (ESI)

JRS Business Corporation through Mr. Antonio Claparols, President Adel Delgado Members of MC Community

Program Partners and Outreach Grants

PHINMA Properties through Candy dela Cruz Nature Awareness and Conservation Club, Inc. through Violet Imperial Foundation for the Philippine Environment through Donna Paz Reyes Carlo Garcia Louie Parungao College Graduating Class of 2019 U.S. Department of State (USDS) through Phyllis Stinson, Program Officer Women and Gender Institute (WAGI)

UNDP Karamah - Rahmah Adulaleem (Interim Executive Director)

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FUNDS

BENEFICIARIES

Miriam College - Child Study Center

Miriam College Lower School

DONORS CSC Parent - Teacher Association SY 2016 - 2017 through Maria Cecilia G. Abella, PTA President CSC Parent - Teacher Association SY 2017 - 2018 through Ma. Cecilia G. Querol, PTA President Lower School Parent - Teacher Council Executive Board SY 2017 - 2018 through Jose Antonio F. Lozano, President Power Mac Center

Miriam College Middle School

Miriam Adult Education

Service and Donations In - Kind

College of Business, Entrepreneurship, and Accountancy College of Arts and Sciences

McDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Golden Arches Development Corporation Maryknoll College Class of 1987 through Elaine Urbano, President Miriam College High School Class of 1967 Small Enterprises Research and Development Foundation Center for Culinary Arts Rosario "Cha" Sinon MC Lower School through Kristine Marie S. Lesaca Vicky Segovia

Environmental Studies Institute

Mariana Reyes Administrative Services Division through Nide Marie C. Dulay Miriam Identity, Spirituality and Mission Office through Leah Guevarra Miriam College High School Class of 1992 Miriam College Class 1972

Miriam College Nuvali

Anna Maria B. Ejercito (MCN Parent) Parent - Teacher Association SY 2016 - 2017 Parent - Teacher Association SY 2017 - 2018

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FUNDS

BENEFICIARIES

DONORS Parent - Teacher Association SY 2017 - 2018 in Partnership With Rodelyn O. Gorre of Safeway Fire Safety Specialists

Service and Donations In - Kind

Miriam College Nuvali

Dr. Fe Areola Dr. Angelina P. Galang of Green Convergence

Human Resources Division

Chinabank Insurance Brokers Inc. through Menandro M. Ilagan Montesa Medical Group METACERT INC.

Special Events

Miriam College Middle School

Genesis Transport Service, Inc. Vintage Food, Inc. McLaire Foods, Tender Juicy Hotdogs

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MIRIAM COLLEGE Annual Report 2017-2018 Collado, R.C. (2017, July 25). Senior HS STEM-strand students: Are the ‘right’ students on the right track? Paper presented at the 6th Institutional Research Colloquium, Miriam College. _______ Medina, R.C., Dalangin, A.A., Dela Santa, A.D.L. & De Dios, C.A.M. (2017, July 25). Achievement predictors of senior high school STEM students: career guidance implications. Paper presented at the 6th Institutional Research Colloquium, Miriam College. _______ Overio, A.T.G., Palisoc, R.E.P., Quitco, K.J.C. & Delfin, M.A.M.C. (2017). Science investigatory project survival guide with hypothesis testing, 4th edition. Philippines: Miriam College High School. De Dios, A. (2018, January 12). Asserting women’s rights and wellbeing in the age of populism and misogyny in the Philippines. Paper presented at the International Forum, 13th EGEP Forum on Women’s Human Rights in Asia, EWHA Womans University, Seoul, South Korea. De Vela, M.T.C. (2016). The emergence of LGBT human rights and the use of discourse analysis in understanding LGBT state inclusion. Philippine Journal of Public Administration, 60(1-2), 72-97. _______ (2017). Towards an enabling policy system for state inclusion of LGBT human rights: A discourse analysis of selected anti-discrimination bills (Unpublished doctoral dissertation). University of the Philippines, Diliman. _______ (2017, August 22-25). Towards an enabling policy system for Philippine state inclusion of LGBT human rights: A discourse analysis of selected anti-discrimination bills. UP-NCPAG 65th Anniversary International Conference: Public Administration in Changing Times – New Norms and Sustainable Reforms, Marco Polo Hotel, Manila, Pasig City. _______ (2017, August 13). Gender mainstreaming for the women empowering women: Experiences across Asia. Council of Asian Liberal and Democrats (CALD), Taichung, Taiwan. _______ (2017, July 12-15) Towards an enabling policy environment for state inclusion of LGBT human rights in the Philippines, XI IASSCS Conference, Bangkok, Thailand. Dela Cruz, R. [Renato] & Dela Cruz, R [Ronel]. (2017). Wired! Trends, networks and critical thinking skills in the 21st century. Quezon Avenue: Phoenix. Dela Santa, A.D.L. (2017, July 25). Integrating the climate change problem into the Senior High School STEM General Chemistry 1 and General Chemistry 2 curricula. Paper presented at the 6th Institutional Research Colloquium, Miriam College. Domingo, E. (2017, May 9-11). Ulat para sa First International Conference on Philippine Studies and Third National Conference on Philippine Studies. College of Industrial Technology, Aklan State University, Aklan. Estella, J. (2017). Gaya ni Diyawen. Bukad: Miriam College Institutional Literary Folio, 3, 17. _______ (2017). Kung bakit ka papasok sa paaralan. Bukad: Miriam College Institutional Literary Folio, 3, 30-31. _______ (2017). Pagmamahal ng ina. Bukad: Miriam College Institutional Literary Folio, 3, 1. _______ (2017). Sa ngalan ng anak. Bukad: Miriam College Institutional Literary Folio, 3, 2. Evangelista, F.J.N. (2018, May 7). Pursuing a culture of quality in education. Paper presented at the U.P. Education Centennial Lectures 2018, College of Education, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City. Fajardo, J.K.C., Badong, T.A.A., & Camiling, M.K.S. (2017). Living with music, art, physical education, & health 7. Quezon City: Vibal Group. Galang, G.R. (2017). Embracing Miriam College: Actualizing the core values in college life. (Unpublished research). Miriam College, Quezon City. Garcia, L.C. & Alagaran, J.R. (2017, September 27-28). Integrating women and gender issues in the curricula of higher education unit of Miriam College: A case study. Paper presented at the 25th Asian Media Information and Communication International Conference (AMIC), Miriam College, Quezon City, Philippines. Guerrero, K. (2017). Science in focus grade 4. Marikina City, Philippines: ICS. Israel, L. (2017). Creative nonfiction. Quezon City: Vibal Group.

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MIRIAM COLLEGE Annual Report 2017-2018 _______ (2018, March 22). From words to actions: women’s participation in small arms control. Paper read at the Committee on the Status of Women 62, UN Headquarters, New York Overio, A. T. G. & Delfin, M. A. M. C. (2017). The effects of game-based learning on Science 10 test scores. The IAFOR Research Archive. Retrieved from https://papers.iafor.org/submission38034/ Pado, F.E. (2018). Literacy for all, Levels A, B, C, and D. (reading workbooks for preschool levels). Marikina City: ICS. Pajueles, A.T. (2018, May). Small-group peer feedback training SPFT: Effects on writing attitude, quality of feedback, and performance (Unpublished research). University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City. Palisoc, R.E.P. & Quitco, K.J.C. (2017). Effect of self-paced online modules as support for instruction on student outcomes of grade 10 MCHS students. The IAFOR Research Archive. Retrieved from https://papers.iafor.org/submission37956/ Pelias, M.F.T. (2017, August). How to raise a child fluent in Filipino first. Retrieved from https://www.smartparenting.com.ph/parenting/ preschooler/teacher-tips-filipino-language-a1548-20170802-lfrm _______ (2017, July). Get to know 10 Pinoy wonder women in Science. Retrieved from https://www.smartparenting.com.ph/parenting/ preschooler/meet-10-wonder-women-of-science-a1548-20170707 Peñalosa, M.C.V. (2017). Aking ginhawa. Bukad: Miriam College Institutional Literary Folio, 3, 5. _______ (2017). Kabig ng kalikasan. Bukad: Miriam College Institutional Literary Folio, 3, 18. _______ (2017). Life and thanatopsis. Bukad: Miriam College Institutional Literary Folio, 3, 43-45. _______ (2017). On tragedy, death, and Filipino resilience. Bukad: Miriam College Institutional Literary Folio, 3, 54-55. _______ (2017). Pag-ibig. Bukad: Miriam College Institutional Literary Folio, 3, 6. _______ (2017). Pook. Bukad: Miriam College Institutional Literary Folio, 3, 6. _______ (2018, Abril 13). Ang ‘katarungan’ at ‘karapatang pantao’ sa perspektiba ng pantayong pananaw. Paper presented at the 2018 BAKAS Seminar-Workshop ukol sa “Bagong Kasaysayan at K12 Kurikulum,” Claret School of Quezon City. _______ (2017, August 22-25). Federalism and the Pursuit of National Integration. Paper read at the UP-NCPAG 65TH Anniversary International Conference on Public Administration in Changing Times: New Norms and Sustainable Reforms, Marco Polo Hotel in Pasig City. _______ (2017, July 25). The origins and rise of Philippine political corruption: On the Diversion of “kaginhawahang bayan” by the elite during the Spanish and American regimes and its lasting impact on Philippine politics and administration. Paper read at the 6th Miriam College Institutional Research Colloquium, Miriam College. _______ (2018, February 27) Philippine Studies Module: Getting to know the Filipino from the lens of Filipino-Japanese relations throughout history. Paper presented during the Cultural Exchange Program and English Language Training Course for Visiting Japanese Students of Fuji Women’s University. Language Learning Center, Miriam College. _______ (2017, June 9). Philippine Studies Module: Getting to know the Filipino from the lens of Filipino-Indo-Malaysian relations throughout history. Paper presented during the Cultural Exchange Program and English Language and Culture Program for the Graduate Students of the State University of Malang. Language Learning Center, Miriam College. _______ (2018, January 18). Managing change for executives. Paper presented during the Training Programme on Strategic Management and Executive Leadership (StratMgmt and ExecLead), Professional Development Center (PDC), Commission on Audit, Commonwealth Ave. _______ (2017 October 5). Pantayong pananaw at ang dambuhalang pagkakahatang pangkalingan: Implikasyon sa pagbubuo ng bayan. Paper read at the OB Montessori, Angeles City. Pozon, I.P. (2018, January 18). Facebook’s brilliant news feed revamp. Manila Times, p. B1. _______ (2018, January 18). Facebook’s brilliant news feed revamp. Manila Times. Retrieved from http://www.manilatimes.net/facebooksbrilliant-news-feed-revamp/375001/

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