Miriam College Annual Report 2012-2013 by Miriam College

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report

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Vision, Mission & Core Values

President’s Message

President’s Report

Student Achievements

Employee Achievements

Institutional Highlights

Chairs, Grants, and Special Funds

Publications, Papers and Researches

President’s Council

Board of Trustees

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VISION 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 God’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 MISSION 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 learnercentered, value-integrating, research-based and innovative approaches.

CORE VALUES Miriam College is committed to the values of truth, justice, peace and the intergrity of creation. 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 at the same time that 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 knowledgegeneration 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 non-violence 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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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

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sharp turn from the previous years’ reports, this year we have adopted the theme, “On new grounds.” This highlights a major milestone in Miriam College’s long and rich history, i.e. the launch of its Laguna branch in fast-developing NUVALI. This exciting move of bringing the Miriam College brand of education to a different location is a result of a long and thorough process that involved the entire MC community. This decision to establish a second campus also marked the institution’s 85th anniversary celebrated in the previous year with the theme, “Expanding horizons, creating impact.” The anniversary theme emphasized MC’s desire to play an important role in the formation of youth in another area and become a key collaborator towards the region’s growth for a more vibrant local and community life. MC’s partnership with Ayala Land, Inc. also brings out one of the school’s best features of being a Dark Green School, perfectly aligned with NUVALI’s sustainable environment concept. Branching out to the South of Luzon is also a decisive step leading to the school’s long-term viability and proof of its commitment to the environmental principles and values it upholds. The tradition and excellence of Miriam College will be carried out in NUVALI through various expressions in a co-educational program. Innovative approaches to teaching and learning will be delivered in a modern campus set-up where learners are sure to thrive in. We count on your continued support as we open MC NUVALI in SY 2014-2015. On the Quezon City side, where it all started, we took on new initiatives, covering more areas. We brought in more meaningful and transformative learning experiences for our students through our academic units, advocacy and special centers. Thus, the theme, “On new grounds” underlines the school’s latest and pioneering endeavors from all sides. MC’s thrust of stirring in our students greater interest and enhancing their skills in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) was taken to higher levels. In this report you will read about more intensive and practical applications of STEM concepts and hands-on learning activities across the Basic Education Units. A main feature of our STEM program is the e-Learning tool project that equipped our pilot batch of first year High School students with tablet PCs, enhancing the education processes within and beyond the classroom. In the Higher Education Unit, new strategic partnerships with schools abroad enriched our academic offerings through exchange programs and other collaborative projects that directly impacted on the students in a broader context of learning. Challenged by the latest reforms in Philippine education, Miriam College has crafted its response in all aspects of its operations. Institutional risk management activities were initiated by the Board of Trustees with the goal of always having in scope external issues that might affect the school’s current situation as well as its key plans. Together with increased operational efficiency, enhancements in the campus layout were developed, particularly some gardens that added to the natural beauty and sense of serenity of the school’s campus. There is much to look forward to when new facilities rise, updating the school’s physical plant features. I hope you will find going through the pages of this report engaging and worthwhile. We continue to thank you, our partners and friends, for the support you give to Miriam College. We hope to share more groundbreaking milestones with you in the years ahead. Our goals are, quite simply, to provide healthy academic challenges to our students; to maintain a vibrant, supportive community; and to inform and influence national development.

Rosario O. Lapus, Ph.D. President, Miriam College

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We will continue to focus on maintaining high academic standards at all levels and areas, and on developing innovative, relevant and student-centered programs that respond to multiple intelligences and are supported by solid research.

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report With continued focus on the delivery of excellent programs, further enhancements in the curriculum were set in place across academic levels. Emphasis was particularly given to the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in the Basic Education Units (BEU), for which bolder steps were taken toward innovations in teaching and learning. Communication skills development and strategic partnerships were actively pursued by the Higher Education Unit (HEU), providing broader learning experiences to students as an essential component of the degree programs. Student achievements in different areas are also highlighted under this key result area as these are the results of the school’s effort to provide quality education and more relevant learning opportunities.

Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs (OVPAA) Approaching education reforms A careful review of programs continue at all levels in response to the K to 12 program of the Department of Education (DepEd) and the curricular reforms introduced by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), particularly on General Education subjects. These are considered major challenges to educational institutions as these have impact not only on the academic area, but on

the financial aspect as well, requiring greater attention to sustainability issues. Adjustments were made at the Basic Education levels in compliance with DepEd requirements, while new programs are being developed by the school’s four Colleges as an alternative to degree programs that might not have enrollees in 2016, when the K to 12 Program will have been fully implemented. Open Distance Learning Program As part of the school’s Open Distance Learning Program (ODLP), the OVPAA conducted three batches of learning sessions on “Teaching Online Facilitation (TOF) 1 and 2” throughout the year. The six-week course was attended by a total of 54 participants composed of faculty and staff members from the basic and higher education units, as well as the general administration offices, and advocacy and special centers. Special awards were given at the end of the program to those with outstanding participation and work output. The TOF 1 session was led by Ms. Sheila Dingcong and was conducted for the higher education unit. The awardees from this group were Dr. Margarita Acosta for Best Assignment 1, Grace BrillantesEvangelista for Most Active Learner, Ma. Teresita Rapadas for Highest ScorerKnowledge Check 1 and Best End-ofCourse Project, Dr. Maria Lourdes Quisumbing Baybay for Most Active Learner and Best End-of-Course Project, and Ma. Regina Elvira Santos for Best Assignment 2, Highest ScorerKnowledge Check 2, Most Active Learner, and Best End-of-Course Project.

OVPAA

STRENGTH in NUMBERS

100%

LET Passers in elementary and secondary levels

100%

Social Work Licensure Passers

3 3

Programs accredited PAASCU Level IV • Psychology • Environmental Planning and Management • Child Development and Education Programs accredited PAASCU Level III • Liberal Arts • Elementary & Secondary Education • Business

31 36

PAR Winners since 2005

PATE Winners since 2008

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PATE and PAR keynote speaker, Assistant Prof. Ronald D. Holmes of De La Salle’s Department of Political Science, talked about “Encouraging and Sustaining Exemplary Performance” during the event.

Dr. Baybay led the TOF 2 sessions for the basic education units and the higher education unit. Awardees for TOF 2 were Ma. Isabel Yonzon for Best Assignment; Esmeralda Bunag, Teofilo Bernardo Gonzales III, and Reyett Paunan for Knowledge Check Perfect Scorers; Lyle Fernandez, Joanne Mar, and Reyett Paunan for Most Active Students, and Mon Ritchie Bacero, Ma. Cristina Ibañez, and Teofilo Bernardo Gonzales III for Best End-of-Course Projects. Recognizing excellence in teaching and research Spearheaded by the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs (OVPAA), outstanding teaching, research, and community service were celebrated at this year’s President’s Awards for Teaching Excellence (PATE) and President’s Awards for Research (PAR). An

esteemed school tradition, the PAR and PATE awards continue to recognize the vast contributions of teachers to their profession and for upholding the institution’s mission to providing quality education and commitment to promote a culture of research in the academe. The PATE is now on its 5th year while the PAR is on its 4th. PAR recipients are selected based on their research’s significance, methodology, and innovation. PATE recipients, meanwhile, are selected based on teaching effectiveness, research, publications and creative work, professional involvement, and community involvement. Professor Ronald D. Holmes, a recognized champion for quality education, collegiality, and outcomes-based learning, was this year’s keynote

speaker at the joint ceremonies. The PATE 2013 winners are Marie Grace Recto-De Leon, Cynthia T. Castro, Clarissa Carmelita Ligon-Mariano, Joel J. Pineda, Dr. Maria Luz Rebecca T. Añonuevo-Cuñada, and Kristine Marie S. Lesaca-Saludez; while the PAR winners are Glenda R. Villanueva, Ma. Rosanna Monica V. Marabut, Resty C. Collado, Dr. Maria Lourdes Q. Baybay, Sheila Lo Dingcong and Dr. Grace B. Evangelista. Establishing a Quality Assurance Office Aiming for standardization for more effective delivery of programs and services across units and across areas, a Quality Assurance Office was activated as a sub-unit under the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

BASIC EDUCATION UNIT

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he Miriam College Basic Education Unit is comprised of the Child Study Center, Grade School, High School, MCSoutheast Asian Institute for the Deaf (MC-SAID), and Miriam Adult Education (MAE) units. Each unit provides developmentally-appropriate learning experiences that contribute to the holistic growth of each student. The BEUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goal is to initiate innovative, relevant, and student-centered programs enhancing the basic education system.

Child Study Center (CSC) Reinforcing an age- and developmentally-appropriate curriculum The Child Study Center has focused on making the curriculum more age- and developmentally- appropriate as it adjusted the age requirement for each level in compliance with the K to 12 program. In order to do this, the IntegratedThematic Approach was fully implemented during this past school year (2012-13). The Integrated-Thematic Approach is an interdisciplinary teaching method where the academic curriculum is centered on a topic or theme rather than divided into separate subjects. This method allows students to make connections between the different subject areas as they explore a topic in detail and form a variety of approaches. The Child Study Center also came up with age-appropriate standards for each level in order to address the needs of the children at each stage of their development. Learner-centered activities were also intensified. To further enhance

Values and creativity are taught to a Nursery class who are shown here recycling trash to make a toy.

the studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experiential learning activities, parents were invited to share their expertise. This gave the children an opportunity to interact with more people as they learn new concepts and ideas. In order to effectively implement a more developmentally appropriate-program, new steps were taken. Teachers collaboratively designed lessons during level planning meetings. Parent bulletins, which contain the accomplishments of the children in the classroom, are now regularly sent to the parents. Each class had an additional Student Aide for better supervision and monitoring. Furthermore, the teachersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; reporting schedules were adjusted, giving them more time with the students. Performance-based valuations and other tested assessment methods were also implemented. Strengthening STEM in early childhood development STEM in the CSC was strengthened through the introduction of the Project

Approach. This was introduced in order to develop the analytical and investigative skills of the children. Hands-on learning experiences like mini-field trips, experiments, and other experiential activities were planned and implemented. The activities provided more varied learning opportunities which the students enjoyed.

STRENGTH in NUMBERS

CSC

14 10 126

Total number of original plays produced since 1987

Administrators and teachers who have finished their masteral studies this school year Total number of parents invited as guest speakers in the 3 levels

MIRIAM COLLEGE 2012 Annual Report 2013 MC Child Development Day Care Center The CSC now manages the school’s Child Development Day Care Center which was transferred on CSC grounds this year. The Day Care Center offers various activities that engage young children ages 1.7 to 2.6 years old in fun learning experiences. The Day Care curriculum was further enhanced with the introduction of learning centers that allow children to play and indirectly learn more about the week’s program themes. These are the Science/Discovery, Blocks, Housekeeping, Math/Manipulatives, and Arts centers. Parents are given a progress report on their children so that they are able to follow their development.

Miriam College Grade School (MCGS) Continuing curriculum upgrading Efforts toward revitalizing the curriculum were undertaken by the Grade School Academic Committee as part of its faculty in-service programs. Some examples in curricular adjustments are as follows: For Language, the Communicative Function of the curriculum now maximizes the inclusion of listening in oral development activities. Story elements in Reading such as Plot was introduced in Grade 1, and reinforced from Grades 2 to 4. To ensure developmental appropriateness, topics like synonyms and antonyms were introduced in Grade 2, instead of in Grade 1. In Filipino, former Grade 2 skills in syllabication (pagpapantig) and concept of nouns

(pangngalan) were introduced in Grade 1, while some topics like kinds of sentences (uring pangungusap) were transferred to Grade 2. In Christian Living Education, K to 12’s Edukasyon Pagpapakatao themes were aligned with the curriculum to develop the moral values of students. In Araling Panlipunan, Grade 1 students are now expected to recognize themselves in the context of the family as a unit. The most marked adjustment was Philippine History and Government, which now has to be taken in Grade 7, alongside Peace Education. Enriching the STEM program Since the adoption of Singapore Math and Science methodologies in SY 20112012 beginning in Grade 1, followed by Grade 2 in SY 2012-2013, teachers continue to use appropriate Singapore Math and Science methodologies and textbooks progressively. The Singapore Math and Science model is now fully implemented in Grades 1 to 3. By SY 2014-2015, all levels in the Lower School

will have adopted Singapore Math and Science while maintaining its own best local features. The main goal of STEM in MCGS is to emphasize depth over breadth, using the Concrete-PictorialAbstract approach and scientific inquiry as part of the student’s learning experiences. Here, core concepts are revisited across the grade levels, thereby building on prior knowledge that facilitates a deeper understanding and appreciation of the relevance of these mentioned subject areas. Instructional materials were revised to support the Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract approach and the 5 Es in Science: Engage, Explore, Explain, Evaluate, and Extend. Students demonstrate application of concepts and skills through investigatory projects that serve as one of the highlights in the STEM Festival, an academic celebration held annually. Aside from these, gifted students in Math undergo rigorous training for international competitions through the Mathematics Trainer’s Guild (MTG),

A Grade School faculty member does a demonstration as part of the teachers’ orientation on Singapore Math and Science teaching methodologies.

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report languages – Mandarin, Nihongo, French, and Spanish, which they will master for the duration of their stay in the unit. The trimester calendar also paved the way for the more focused term-based conduct of what used to be once-a-week classes, the integration of related school activities, and the further reorientation of learning assessment to concentrate more on project-based performance evaluation rather than traditional summative testing. To further strengthen its STEM program, the Grade School opened a Saturday Robotics Camp for its STRIDES students.

while a Saturday Robotics Camp was introduced to Student Training In Developing and Enhancing Math, English and Science Skills or STRIDES students for possible participation in future international robotics competitions.

Miriam College High School (MCHS) Implementing a trimester calendar True to its vision of being a premier college preparatory unit, the High School designed and implemented a model pre-university curriculum managed in a trimester calendar. After a series of curriculum development workshops and meetings, five new academic departments were instituted, which now constitute the enhanced disciplinebased and career-oriented curriculum. These are the Department of Social Sciences (Christian life, social studies, and foreign languages/cultures),

Department of Natural and Engineering Sciences (traditional science courses and human kinetics/physical education), Department of Mathematics and Computational Science (covering traditional mathematics courses and information and communications technology), Department of Humanities (English, Filipino, music, and arts), and the Department of Business and Trades. The latter replaced the traditional technology and home economics course with a series of business and entrepreneurship courses. The departmentalization resulted in the streamlining and integration of learning competencies and content that put premium on performance assessments and not on traditional pen-and-paper tests. It is for this reason that the new business and trades program immerses learners in actual business modeling, production, and management simulations across year-levels. In addition, each learner was given the chance to choose one of four foreign

Complementing this global orientation is the continuing partnership with international networks for transformative education, including the National Coalition for Girls’ Schools (NCGS) based in the United States and the Alliance of Girls’ Schools Australasia (AGSA) based in Australia. Piloting the MCHS E-Learning Tool Project With research-based support from NCGS and AGSA and local institutional partners in technology integration, particularly Diwa Learning Systems, Inc. and Acer Philippines, the unit successfully facilitated the first year of the E-learning Tool Project. The entire first year level was the first to have experienced learning that blends traditional classroom activities and online, mobile, and digital applications through a tablet personal computer. With Genyo, the country’s first digital learning and content management system, both learners and teachers revolutionized learning in the unit. The unit completed a total of seven exploratory research projects that are tablet-based to ensure data-driven decision-making in

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MCHS

1st 3rd

STRENGTH in NUMBERS Overall ranking (for four straight years!) at the Women’s National Collegiate Athletic Association (WNCAA) 42nd Season

Overall ranking at the 2013 Asian English Olympics held at Binus University, Jakarta Indonesia participated in by over 350 delegates

7 48 454 3,440

Professional licensure examination topnotchers among the faculty Innovative commercial products designed, developed, and marketed by seniors in the new Business and Trades Program Students in the first group of the tabletbased E-learning Tool Project

Individuals, mostly children from deprived, depressed, and underserved communities who benefitted from the various social action programs of the unit

22,535

Total book collection (including E-books) in the Library and Media Center, making it one of the benchmarking facilities for school libraries in the country

The yearly SciMax (Science and Math Exposition) event of the High School allows students to engage in different experiments and activities such as robotics.

managing technology-enhanced learning and teaching. The E-learning Tool Project further complements the MCHS’ continuing thrust towards engaging young women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Moreover, robotics was also introduced in the Science program and a Robotics Club was instituted as a training ground for robotics- and engineering-related competitions.

MC-SAID designed a reading program with the aim of developing a habit of reading early on, leading students to functional literacy. The SRP is especially suited for children who are deaf and was created to address the need for improving the students’ reading skills. The rationale of the program is to immerse students who are deaf in an interactive, literature-based environment that allows them to imbibe a love for reading.

Introducing a new Special Reading Program (SRP)

The structure of the SRP is based on the Four-Pronged Approach which includes Genuine Love for Reading, Critical Thinking, Grammar and Oral Language Development, and Transfer Stage. This is a proven approach that can develop all reading skills.

Recognizing that the reading skills of young Filipino students in recent years have been declining, the teachers of

Students from all levels in the elementary attend SRP classes twice a week. The teacher acts more like a facilitator

Miriam College-Southeast Asian Institute for the Deaf (MC-SAID)

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Former Batibot mainstay “Kuya Bodjie” gamely reads to the kids in the audience during the Deaf Awareness Week celebration while SAID’s very own students acted in the background.

and engages the students in collaborative activities that maximize sense application and takes into consideration each pupil’s learning style, therefore making each session meaningful to them. At the end of every story are assessment activities which focus on the comprehension strategy used, knowledge of informational text features, comprehension of graphics, and vocabulary. It is critical that the teacher makes the students realize that reading the story is only half the job and that they need to develop higher order thinking skills to be able to complete the reading experience. At the end of the past school year, the students created their own literary pieces which were then compiled. This activity gave birth to the first volume of

Pens N’ Papers, the official Literary Folio of MC-SAID. Upgrading facilities for STEM The two computer laboratories of MCSAID located on the first and second floors of the Tech-Voc Building were improved by upgrading the hardware equipment being used by the students and teachers. A total of 26 Acer Veriton All-in-One PCs have been purchased to replace old units. This development now provides students and teachers with better user experience through new, fast, stylish, and modern computers. These improvements were aided by a grant received from IBM Philippines through the efforts of Miriam College Grade School Batch ’83 and Miriam College

High School Batch ’87. The Science Room at the 2nd floor of the Tech-Voc Building was also upgraded to be on par with the school’s S.T.E.M. program. Another provision is a tiled working table in the laboratory where students can perform various experiments and exploratory activities using the newly procured microscopes, balance beams, and other laboratory equipment and materials. Several other areas have been improved and/or reorganized as well in order to make them more conducive to the students’ learning. Two rooms have been named as Audio Visual Rooms, the purpose of which is to provide more appropriate venues for media presentations.

MIRIAM COLLEGE 2012 Annual Report 2013 Celebrating Deaf Awareness Week 2012 MC-SAID joined the nation in the celebration of Deaf Awareness Week (DAW) 2012 which took place November 10-17. Working closely with the host agency, LINK Center for the Deaf, MCSAID played a big part in the preparation for the week-long activities which focused on the theme “Deaf and Able”. DAW 2012 opened with a fiesta-themedcelebration held at the Quezon City Memorial Circle and was attended by hundreds of deaf individuals from the various member schools and agencies of the Metro Manila Federation of Agencies for the Deaf (MMFAD). One of the various DAW 2012 activities is MC-SAID’s Storytelling Caravan hosted by the school. The activity featured known storytellers in the persons of MCGS Assistant Principal, Ms. Regina Sibal, GMA 7 news anchor Ms. Mariz Umali, and actor Mr. Bodjie Pascua, popularly known as “Kuya Bodjie”. Students from MC-SAID, Child Study Center, Miriam College Grade School, and San Roque Elementary School came to listen to Kuya Bodjie deliver the original story based on the life of one of MC-SAID’s graduates. The story was written by MCSAID teachers. A total of 877 runners joined the Run for a Fully Abled Nation or the Run for FAN, also a component of the DAW celebration. This fun run was not only open to deaf individuals, but to hearing individuals as well to raise awareness for the deaf. Backed by the Australian Agency for International Development

and The Asia Foundation and supported by a number of organizations and individuals, the Run for FAN turned out to be a tremendous success. The celebration of Deaf Awareness Week 2012 has provided different opportunities for deaf students, particularly from MC-SAID, to show that they are as capable as their hearing counterparts.

Miriam Adult Education (MAE)

Enhancing the curriculum This school year, the MAE curriculum in English was streamlined to ensure seamless transition from first year to fifth year high school. The curriculum of the Christian Life Education (CLE) was modified in line with the Philippine Catholic Church’s call to make evangelization and formation of the youth relevant to the society. Furthermore, the curriculum of the Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) was enhanced by integrating natural farming and gardening. A new format for a learning plan in technical vocational subjects was also adopted. Following the success of the first batch of deaf students who enrolled in Bread and Pastry Production NC II, MAE opened Food Processing as an additional technical vocational course for the second batch. These deaf students, all of whom are graduates of public high schools, were given full scholarships including transportation allowance by MAE. This continuing project is being implemented in partnership with LINK, a non-government

organization for the deaf. Short courses were conducted in partnership with the Bagong Henerasyon Foundation, Inc., a non-government organization that provides communitybased skills training to out-of-school youth, and the Maryknoll College Class of 1987. The courses offered were: Barista NC III, Massage NC II, Household Services NC II, and Basic Software Application NC I. More than 200 students, from MAE and neighboring urban poor communities, enrolled in these courses. Ensuring student wellness As part of its holistic education, MAE, through its Office for Student Affairs, integrated student wellness in its various programs. Series of talks on social and emotional wellness were conducted such as the following: Seven Habits of Happy People, Positive Affirmation, Self-esteem, Self-confidence, and Stress Management. A student wellness club was also created under the supervision of the Guidance Office. Part of MAE’s vision is for its students to meaningfully participate in building a just, peaceful, and progressive Filipino nation. Guided by this vision, MAE hones the leadership skills of elected officers of the student council, student organizations, and classes by providing them with leadership training and teambuilding activities. The MAE also exposed its students to the Miriam College advocacy for peace and the environment through various activities such as the Forum on the Bangsamoro Struggle on the Right to Self-determination and Forum on Solid Waste Management.

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MAE

STRENGTH in NUMBERS

100%

Passing rate of students in the National Assessment conducted by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) for SY 2012-2013

One Meralco Foundation (OMF) supports MAE scholars through Project Light-A-Dream. Present at the launch were (from left) OMF President Jeffrey Tarayao, MC BOT Chairperson Josefina Tan, Meralco and OMF Chairman Manny Pangilinan, MC President Dr. Rosario Lapus and MAE Principal Carlo Garcia.

New scholarships

opportunity to participate in capacitybuilding programs that are focused on leadership, employment, and livelihood, which will prepare them for occupations in various industries. During the MOA signing, Manny Pangilinan said, “We believe that education is one of the vital ingredients in building a solid nation. Through Project Light-A-Dream, we hope to help underprivileged youth and adults boost their self-confidence, giving them the necessary capabilities to improve their lives and the people around them.”

One Meralco Foundation (OMF) partnered with Miriam College for Project Light-A-Dream in support of MAE’s scholars. Under the project, the two partners vowed to provide the scholars with quality education and

This new partnership was made possible with the assistance of Ms. Bambina Buenaventura, Ms. Miriam Balingit, and Ms. Cristy Aspiras of Maryknoll College High School Class of 1972, who have linked the school with the Foundation.

These fora were held in coordination with Miriam College’s Center for Peace Education and Environmental Studies Institute. The MAE also conducted a workshop on Standards of Conduct for Volunteer Faculty for the first time. This is MAE’s proactive stance on managing volunteer engagement in the academe. Also in line with this thrust was the annual faculty recollection, which adopted spirituality and volunteerism as a theme.

Years of MAE’s operation since its establishment in 1967

Students who were given recognition during this year’s graduation

57 398 711

Volunteer faculty for SY 2012-13

Graduates for SY 2012-13

Number of students across programs for SY 2012-2013

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HIGHER EDUCATION UNIT

he Higher Education unit (HEU) is composed of four colleges: College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), College of Business, Entrepreneurship and Accountancy (CBEA), College of Education (CEd,) and the College of International, Humanitarian and Development Studies (CIHDS). With the aim to further enhance the various offerings of the different colleges in response to the changing demands in various disciplines as well as the Philippine and global education scenario, a three-day curriculum review workshop was led by the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs (OVPAA). Designed to beef up the HEU courses, the workshop was themed “Upbeat, Creative, Innovative”. Providing the overall context for the workshop was the new CHED General Education curriculum in light of the K to12 Program implementation. This was followed by presentations on Typology and Outcomes-Based Learning, Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency Accreditation Program (ETEEAP) and E-Learning, Service Learning, and Environmental Service Learning. Throughout the school year, all four colleges engaged in a variety of initiatives that provided more meaningful learning experiences for our students that will impact on them as they build on their desired careers. Several of these undertakings were done in partnership with academic institutions, with which the school has formed formal ties.

College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)

his career. The series of succesful events was capped by a salu-salo.

Department of Communication celebrates 50 years

Constant presence at Stanford Undergraduate Psychology Conference (SUPC)

The year 2012 marked the 50th anniversary of the Department of Communication with the week-long celebration dubbed, “Breakthrough”. Activities were composed of an exhibit, a movie marathon of noted Filipino films, and the annual “Patok na Patalks” which featured successful alumni representing different fields as speakers. Another featured event was “COMMpete,” a series of on-the-spot contests on digital photography, digital poster making, essay writing, and digital filmmaking. The activities also included a talk by Senator Orly Mercado, former chairperson of the Department of Communication, who shared his experience as a media practitioner and how this brought him to the many milestones in

Consistently throughout the past years, Psychology students have been accepted as paper presenters at the Stanford Undergraduate Psychology Conference (SUPC). Twelve research works were accepted in the 2013 SUPC held in Stanford University in Palo Alto, California. The SUPC features highquality undergraduate researches from various international colleges and universities as well as provides a venue for knowledge exchange and networking opportunities for students who come from different countries. This is a muchanticipated activity that encourages students to deliver excellent research outputs and participate in broader discussions in an international context.

The Department of Communication held an activity-packed, week-long celebration for its 50th anniversary led by chairperson Dr. Ma. Margarita Acosta (3rd from right).

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This year, Miriam College sent a 21-member delegation to attend the Stanford Undergraduate Psychology Conference held lin Palo Alto, California. This is the fifth time that the school has participated in the conference.

First batch of Applied Arts in Visual Design graduates The Bachelor of Applied Arts in Visual Design program graduated its first batch of students this year. The program provides students with aesthetic skills in visual communication, integrating theory, practice, and technical expertise and is proudly inclusive of differentlyabled learners. On its first year, the annual exhibit showcasing the works of graduating students was launched with the title, “iCreAAte”. The exhibit, held at SM Megamall, featured selected paintings, photographs, and digital artworks of graduating students on the school’s four core values of truth, justice, peace, and integrity of creation. Of the 18 students who participated in the exhibit, three students are deaf.

College of Business, Entrepreneurship and Accountancy (CBEA) Accounting Technology program The Accounting Technology program, a four-year, non-board examination program, was opened this school year. The new offering broadens the options for individuals who wish to pursue a successful career in the field of Accountancy prior to the degree program. Lively academic partners New and existing partnerships continue to strengthen the College’s academic programs. This year, CBEA renewed its partnership with American Hospitality

Academy-USA (AHA), a highly-recognized institution which caters to academic and professional development, particularly in the field of Culinary Entrepreneurship and Leisure and Tourism. AHA-USA’s internship program involves cultural exchange, education, and practical training in areas such as food and beverage, culinary, and cruise line service. This is part of the five-year BS Entrepreneurship major in Culinary Arts and four-year BS Entrepreneurship minor in Culinary Arts programs. In partnership with the PhilippineAmerican Education Foundation (PAEF), the College hosted lectures on Growing Subsistence Markets entitled “The Role of Transformative Entrepreneurship and Maximizing the Shared Value of Corporate Social Initiatives: A 3C’s Approach” by

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Leisure and Tourism Management students, shown here on a trip to Korea, get the opportunity to be exposed to both local and foreign tours.

Prof. Elliot N. Maltz, Ph.D., 2012-2013 Fulbright, Sycip-distinguished Lecturer, and a Professor of Marketing in the Atkinson Graduate School of Management of Willamette University. The Transformative Entrepreneurship talk presented a stream of research that focused on how subsistence markets operate and the conditions which promote successful entrepreneurs while the Corporate Social Initiatives lecture focused on a framework for understanding the conditions which generate high shared value initiatives for global enterprises and for the broader society. In June 2012, guest lecturer Mihae Maria Nahm of Solbridge International School of Business in South Korea gave a seminar on career planning and development to CBEA students which provided them

with rich insights on making important career decisions. Enhanced Leisure and Tourism Management program Exposure activities under the Leisure and Tourism Management program were enhanced and integrated into one program that runs through the second to fourth year curriculum. As students move up a level, they are introduced to a broader culture and newer experiences enriching their lessons on theory. The tours are categorized as Miriam College Campus Tour, Manila Walking Tour, Regional Tours (Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao), and International Tour. During these activities, students observe and develop a better understanding of the tourism industry, as well as related business operations and management.

College of Education (CEd) 100% LET passing rate A constant source of pride of the College is its excellent performance in the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET). This year, the graduates of the College earned a 100% passing rate in the LET, which brings the College a step closer to its goal of becoming a Center of Development in Education. Meanwhile, with the help of the Commission on Higher Educationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Technical Panel Committee on Special Education and the College of Educationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department of Special Education, the voices of education graduates who are deaf might finally be heard by the Professional

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report Upgrading and Resource Office (GURO), Institutional Network for Social Action (INSA), and Aklat Adarna sought to foster the love of reading to daycare students ages 5-6 through storytelling. The students administered worksheets created in their course to experience how it is to evaluate the knowledge that the children gained from the session. The service-learning project culminated with a donation of a much-needed exhaust fan to ensure proper ventilation in the day care center. Lingap Bulilit on Wheels is now on its third year.

Lingap Bulilit on Wheels continues to be an exemplar service-learning program that benefits both the CDE students and barangay day care children.

Regulation Commission through the Philippine Federation of the Deaf (PFD). Representations made through the PFD will make it possible for alumni of Miriam College who are deaf to address long-standing issues concerning teacher certification of deaf applicants. Recruiting and training teachers from a non-traditional pool and later granting them teacher certification so they can teach special populations such as those who are deaf is an innovation.

This is a result of active collaboration among the College of Education and Child Study Center administrators. It is an innovation that not only demonstrates student-centered learning but makes good use of the wealth of resources offered by Miriam College as well. Not only were observations of teachinglearning situations made more accessible and possible; collaboration among CDE and CSC faculty were also made more concrete and real.

New CDE Laboratory

Future teachers in Service-Learning

Student-centered learning involves active collaboration and networking among stakeholders. The plan to have a Child Development and Education (CDE) laboratory class for students enrolled in the CDE program became a reality toward the end of the second semester.

In February 2013, students of Measurement and Evaluation classes conducted a service learning project called “Lingap Bulilit on Wheels” at the Marytown Daycare Center in Quezon City. A continuing project, the College along with the Miriam College Growth,

College of International Humanitarian & Development Studies (CIHDS) Sustained academic partnerships Lively interactions with academic partners were carried out this year. University of Delaware (UD) guest lecturer Alejandro Christian Soler gave a presentation titled, “Dissent, Praxis and Emancipation: A Critical Theory Approach to Governance, Democracy & Citizenship” to International Studies students majoring in International Politics in January 2013. The discussion introduced undergraduate students to alternative approaches used in examining and shaping notions of governance, democracy, and citizenship using Critical Theory. The University of Delaware is a valued partner institution since 2006, it being one of the public Ivy universities in the United States. It has also been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for their extensive research culture.

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IS students consistently bring pride to the school through the Diplomatic Achievement Awards they receive for their outstanding performance at the 62nd Session of the Model United Nations of the Far West.

This year, 30 International Exchange students from Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) University (Australia) and two from Kobe College (Japan) were hosted by the Department of International Studies for a study tour that provided an enriching academic and cultural experience. RMIT students participated in the World Social Forum on Migration while Kobe College students enrolled in International Studies subjects in Miriam College. Both RMIT and Kobe College are long-standing and active partners of the College. Model United Nations Nineteen Third Year International Studies students from Miriam College received Diplomatic Achievement Awards during the 62nd Session of the Model United Nations of the Far West (MUNFW) held in April 2013 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in San Francisco, California, USA. Every year, our students bring distinction to

the institution with their outstanding performance in this conference. The students prepared country profiles, policy statements, and draft resolutions on this year’s theme, “Cutting the Gordian Knot: Addressing the International Community’s Greatest Problems in the 21st C.” They represented four country delegations: Republic of Ecuador, led by Allain Baetiong who was also selected to deliver a speech during the Opening Plenary Session for having garnered the highest score in the Latin American bloc; Republic of Mauritius, led by Angelica Reyes; United Republic of Tanzania led by Meriel Perez; and Republic of Finland led by Patricia Ysabel Suarez. Ms. Pacita D. Fortin, IS assistant chairperson, served as advisor and accompanying faculty of the students. The overall quality of the pre-conference documents submitted to the MUNFW secretariat and the performance of the students during the actual conference were the bases of the award.

MUNFW is a simulation program for college students in which they learn how the United Nations and its Member States work together in addressing the world’s most pressing problems. This is Miriam College’s 16th year in the MUNFW. Milestones in Social Work The first batch of students of the revitalized Social Work program graduated in March 2013. Even with Miriam College already producing exceptional Social Work graduates under its original curriculum, the program was revitalized in response to the evolving context of social work within the national and global set-up. The present Social Work curriculum offers two tracks: Major in Corporate Social Work and Major in Humanitarian Studies.

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS

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Child Study Center Ancilla Lucia Mari Manzano All around Gold Medal (First Place) Gold Medal - Floor Exercise Event Gold Medal - Uneven Bars Event Gold Medal - Vault Event Silver Medal - Balance Beam Event

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Women’s Artistic Gymnastics for Level 1 Juniors, 6 years old & under Club Gymnastica Friendship Meet 2012 Club Gymnastica Training Center, Pasig City September 2012

Grade School CO-CURRICULAR Poster Making Contest Ayesha Stephanides David Top Prize – Category A Maxine Mariae Lapuz Top Prize – Category B Alexandra Sophia Namuco 2nd Place World Animal Day Contest, SM Mall of Asia October 2012 Julia Kristiana David Finalist, Category B ABKD Poster Contest sponsored by the Citizens Disaster Response Center Bantayog ng Bayani Auditorium, Quezon City , October 13, 2012

Top prize winners Ayesha David, (bottom row, 2nd from the left) and Maxine Lapuz ( top row, 2nd from the left ) proudly show their winning artworks during the ABKD Poster Contest.

Math and Science Patricia Eloise Agbayani Jana Isabella Cruz Hyorim Cho 1st Place - Interactive Workshop Category MathSciAKa – Mathematics, Science, and Kalikasan Competition 2012 Philippine Society of Youth Science Clubs (PSYSC) PHIVOLCS, UP Diliman September 22, 2012

Ancilla Manzano

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Grade School students showed grace and mastery at the 15th Asia Pacific Dance Competition in Hong Kong where they bagged First Place.

Music Gia Paulina Sison Maria Kristine Jayme Merit / Distinction Awards Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABSRM) Certification Exams December 12, 2012 Short Story Geri Angela Paragas 2nd Place HP Write and Read Short Story Writing Contest Hewlett-Packard Philippines Department of Education NCR Office October 12, 2012 Poetry Joaquina Nadine Altavas Winner, Prose Category Try Prayer, It Works! Contest

Family Rosary Crusade Pius XII Catholic Center, United Nations Avenue, Manila October 13, 2012 EXTRA-CURRICULAR Ballet Annika Gabrielle Daquigan Mary Dominique Diago Patricia Corazon Gutierrez Kayla Mae Salapunen 1st place Felicia Isabel Del Rosario 2nd Place Ballet 12 & Under Troupes Trassandra Jewelle Ipapo 2nd Place – 12 & Under Troupes 3rd Place – 12 & Under Ensemble

Isabella Marta N. Legarda 2nd Place Geri Angela Paragas 2nd Place HP Write and Read Short Story Writing Contest Hewlett-Packard Philippines Veronica Mendoza 2nd Place – 12 & Under Troupes 2nd Place – 12 & Under Demi-character Trio 14th Asia Pacific Dance Competition Hong Kong, July 20-22, 2012 Basketball Julia Francheska Farinas Mythical Five WNCAA Basketball Tournament St. Scholastica, Manila October 14, 2012

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report Basketball Team 1st Runner-Up WNCAA Tournament St. Scholastica Manila October 14, 2012 1st Runner-Up WBL Tournament Xavier School, San Juan December 16, 2012 Football Miranda Isabelle Domingo 2nd Place 9th Rizal Football Girls Association 5-A-Side Football Tournament 2nd Phase SY 2012-2013 (2003 Division) Xavier School February 16, 2013 Department of Education, NCR Office October 12, 2012 2nd Place Football 2nd Phase RIFA Cumulative Festival Born 2003 Ateneo High School Field February 17, 2013 2nd Place Rizal Football Girls Association 1 Day Football Festival SY 2012-2013 (2003 Division) Ateneo High School Field October 20, 2012 Football Team 1st Runner-Up RIFA 9 Aside 2001 Division Tournament 2nd Runner-Up RIFA 9 Aside 1999 Division Tournament Ateneo College Field September 30, 2012 2nd Runner-Up 10th RIFA Cup - 2001 Division 3rd Runner-Up 10th RIFA Cup - 1999 Division Colegio San Agustin Field, Makati January 19, 2013

2nd Place 2nd Phase RIFA Cumulative Festival Born 2003 3rd Place 2nd Phase RIFA Cumulative Festival Born 2001, Ateneo High School Field February 17, 2013 2nd Place RIFA 9 ASIDE 1998 Division Tournament Ateneo High School Field February 24, 2013 3rd Runner-Up 2nd Phase RIFA Cumulative Festival Born 1999 Ateneo College Field Gymnastics Geri Elise Fuentebella 2nd Place – Balance Beam / Bar 3rd Place – All Around Girls NDP Level 1 Prep B Hong Kong SRC Gymnastics Carnival 2012 Spotlight Reacreation Club, Hong Kong December 1, 2012 Softball Panjie Angela Legaspi Team Captain Philippine Little League Softball Team Champion 2012 Asia Pacific League Softball Regional Championship Jakarta, Indonesia June 24-28, 2012 2nd Best Pitcher 2nd Most Number of Stolen Bases 2012 Little League Softball World Series Portland, Oregon, U.S.A. August 8-15, 2012 Outstanding Player QC DepEd Division Meet 2012 Barangka Field, Marikina City November 29, 2012

Softball Team Champion QC DepEd Division Meet 2012 Elementary Softball Barangka Field, Marikina City November 29, 2012 1st Runner-Up 18th Metro Schools Baseball & Softball Tournament Rizal High School, Pasig City October – February 2013 1st Runner-Up TOTS Tournament Rizal High School, Pasig City February 17, 2013 Champion NCR Representative for the Palarong Pambansa DepEd Softball Meet Rizal High School, Pasig City February 2013 Swimming Diane Castro 1st Place Girls 7 & Over 50 LC Meter Backstroke Speedo G- League 3 BF Homes, Parañaque October 27, 2012 Sarah Ashley Alvina Bronze Medalist 50 meter and 200 meter breaststroke Speedo National Short Course Swimming Championships Valle Verde Country Club, Pasig City, November 23-25, 2012 Silver Medalist 100 meter Breaststroke in the 11-12 year old category Bronze Medalist 200 meter breaststroke in the 11-12 year old category Batang Pinoy 2012 Nationals, Iloilo City December 5-9, 2012

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Gold Medalist 4x100 meter freestyle relay Midget Division NCR Palarong Pambansa Ultra Swimming Pool, Pasig February 14-16, 2013

Martina Gaelle Ventura 3rd Place Taekwondo Championships National Age-Group Ninoy Aquino Stadium November 18, 2012

Silver Medalist Classic 12 year-old and under category 400 meter. Swim and 3K run Ateneo Aquathlon 2013 Ateneo University Campus, Katipunan Ave., Quezon City March 3, 2013

Maria Anna Cosella Ambil Bronze Medalist WNCAA Tournament, De La Salle Zobel January 27, 2013

Bronze Medalist 50 meter Breaststroke Speedo National Long Course Swimming Championships Rizal Memorial Swimming Pool Swimming Team 2nd Runner-Up Athletic Association of Private Schools (AAPS) Tournament Diliman Preparatory School October 14, 2012 Taekwondo Marie Francesca Firmalo Bronze Medalist 9-10 year-old girls Kata division Blue Belt & Below Association for the Advancement of Karatedo in partnership with MILO Megamall Bldg. A, July 8, 2012 Bronze Medalist 9-10 yrs. old girls Kumite division Adidas in partnership with Budomart Philippines Karate Championships Mall of Asia, November 30, 2012 Silver Medalist - 9-10 yrs. Old girls Kumite division, Bronze Medalist - 9-10 yrs. old girls Kata division Blue Belt & Below Association for the Advancement of Karatedo in partnership with MILO Megamall Bldg. A March 3, 2013

Laryssa Corryne Alvero 1st Place 43rd Season WNCAA Taekwondo La Salle Zobel, February 2013 Volleyball Volleyball Team 3rd Place WNCAA Tournament St. Scholastica, Manila October 2012 3rd Place QCAA Tournament Tivoli Royale, Quezon City February 2013

High School CO-CURRICULAR Math Kelden Marie Laguting Naomi Daphne Sibayan Danielle Iris Sison Top scorer Mathematics Trainers Guild Mathematical Challenge for Filipino Kids Training Program (MCFKTP) Summer 2012 Level 4 Elaine Mei Dizon Janet Martin Caryl Joyce Moraleda

Naomi Daphne Sibayan Level 5 Chryss Lou Umali Danielle Iris Sison Kelden Marie Laguting Anna Rominia Cruz Qualifiers Mathematics Trainers Guild Mathematical Challenge for Filipino Kids Training Program (MCFKTP) 1st Trimester SY2012-2013 Summer Camp Katherine Marice Cruz Successfully completed the Chinese Summer Camp for the Confucius Institute Ateneo De Manila University May 9-16, 2012 Conferences Bianca Maria Bantolo Christine Darla Bautista Maria Andrea Valentin Cepeda Czarina Coleen Pascual Anna Margarita Rillo Jenina Isabel Sanchez Alyssa Camille Temeña Philippine Delegates Global Young Leaders Conference 2012 Washington D.C., New York City June 14 – 23, 2012 Denise Anne Castro Anna Rominia Cruz Delegates Annual National Conference of the National Coalition of Girls’ Schools (NCGS) and the International Girls’ Forum Dallas, Texas June 24-30, 2012 Anna Rominia Cruz Kyla Michal Cabatit 3rd Place Science Communication Effectiveness Competition University of Asia and the Pacific September 29, 2012

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The Miriam College High School Glee Club bagged Gold in two categories in the 2012 World Choir Games in Cincinnati, USA. They are competing in the 2014 World Choir Games in Latvia.

Andrea Marie Mendoza Hannah Paula Fabregas Outstanding Participation Student Leadership Conference of the Alliance of Girls Schools Australasia Women’s College Sydney, Australia January 16-21, 2013 Choral Music Glee Club Gold Diploma, The Sacred Music Category Gold Diploma, The Equal Voices Category 2012 World Choir Games “The Olympics of Choral Music” Cincinnati, USA July 4 to 8, 2012 2nd Runner-Up 2012 MUSIKAPELLA Aliw Theater Manila September 30, 2012 1st Runner-Up Voices in Harmony 2012

14th Annual Awit-Tagisan ng Batang Pilipino AFP Theater, Mandaluyong November 25, 2012 Recipient, Ani ng Dangal Awards Music Category, National Commission for Culture and theArts (NCCA) 2013 Philippine Arts Festival Cultural Center of the Philippines March 8, 2013 Named as one of 19 Filipino choirs among 1000 choirs around the world in the International Group Interkultur List Dance Sayawatha Club 2nd Place CRISSA Dance Competition Centris Music Hall Quezon Avenue, Quezon City November 25, 2012

Debate Maria Dominique Lucenario Alyssa Bianca Encarnacion Top 2 Best Speakers Maria Dominique Lucenario Alyssa Bianca Encarnacion Top 2 Best Speakers Kristine Faith Valle Christine Darla Bautista Top 6 Best Speakers Maria Dominique Lucenario Christine Darla Bautista Finalists Anna Eldricka Bautista Alyssa Bianca Encarnacion Mikaela Rona Filoteo Kristine Faith Valle Semi-Finalists Interscholastic Debaters Association’s (IDeA)

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1st Invitational Debate Tournament International Christian Academy, Parañaque September 29-30, 2012 Maria Dominique Lucenario Top 10 National Best Speaker Ma. Alexandra Agcaoili Amaris Sorcha Pulido Finalists Mikaela Rona Filoteo Anna Eldricka Bautista Quarter-Finalists Interscholastic Debaters Association’s (IDeA) 2nd Invitational Debate Tournament Claret School, Quezon City December 15-16, 2012 Forensics Guild Mikaela Rona Filoteo National Top 3 Best Speaker Anna Eldricka Bautista Mikaela Rona Filoteo Amaris Sorcha Pulido Kristine Faith Valle National Finalists Interscholastic Debaters Association’s (IDeA) 3rd Invitational Debate Tournament Assumption College, Manila February 16-17, 2013 Entrepreneurship Glory Ann Carmel Dizon Rheena Marie Fuentebella Maria Dominique Lucenario Shawntel Nicole Nieto Marielle Mae Tan 2nd Runner Up “X-Pen Product” Alexandra Louise Nuñez Melissa Chloe Aquino Outstanding participation Enderun Colleges Next Bright Idea Business Development Competition

Exchange Program Nicole Hannah Quintin Outstanding Participation The National Director of the Youth for Understanding Exchange Program Short-term School and Homestay Program, Japan January 23 – February 16, 2013 Prose and Poetry Shainia Rejeana Tengco Poetry Division Victorina Francesca Mendoza Ysabel Acosta Prose Category

Best prepared speech speaker Speech Event Simone Marie Sales Champion With special citation: Best fortune and fate storyteller Storytelling Kyla Michal Cabatit Ranked 24 out of 65 participants in Newscasting Event Maria Dominique Lucenario National Champion Rotary Club Voice of Our Youth National Impromptu Speaking Competition February 22, 2013

Try Prayer It Works! Student Contests Pope Pius XII Catholic Center October 12, 2012

EXTRA-CURRICULAR

Quiz Bee

Patrisha Edricka Malibiran Silver, Team Event Bronze, Doubles Event

Ann Mikaela Lynne Co Anna Rominia Cruz Maria Sofia Gomez Cheska Marie Samaco 3rd Place Economics Quiz Bee University of Asia and the Pacific Scrabble Kira Andrea Chan Ranked 19 out of 44 participants Scrabble Event, Asian English Olympics February 17-21, 2013 Speech Alyssa Bianca Encarnacion Christine Darla Bautista Best Novice Speaker 2nd Best Novice Speaker Novice Category Debate Maria Dominique Lucenario Champion With special citation:

Badminton

Palarong Pambansa 2012 Secondary Girl’s Badminton May 6-12, 2012 Lingayen, Pangasinan 1st Runner Up, 19U Ladies Singles 1st Runner Up, 19U ladies Doubles 2012 MVP Sports Foundation Badminton Championship PBaRS 5th Leg Cebu City May 19-23, 2012 Champion, Single division Athletics Association of Private Schools Badminton Event Ateneo Gym September 9, 2012 Champion Single B Division DepEd-Athletic Association of Private Schools (AAPS) Division Meet – Badminton Event

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report Amoranto Gym, Quezon City October 27, 2012 Badminton Team Silver Medal MILO Little Olympics Badminton Event HS Girls Division Marikina Sports Plaza September 1-2 and 8-9, 2012 Shawntel Nicole Nieto Kimberly Occidental Champion, Double division Chanelle Lunod Champion Mixed Doubles PBaRS - 6th Leg 15 under Badminton Makati Gym, October 27, 2012 Badminton Varsity Team Champion Patrisha Edricka Malibiran Most Valuable Player WNCAA Tournament Sportsfest – Badminton Junior Event De La Salle Santiago Zobel, Alabang January 26, 2013 Badminton Team A Champion Badminton Team B 1st Runner Up Inter Scholastic Sports Association (ISSA) Badminton Tournament ISM Taguig February 16, 2013 Patrisha Edricka Malibiran Champion Singles event Dep Ed National Capital Region (NCR) Meet Badminton Girls Division ULTRA, Pasig City February 14 – 16, 2013

The MCHS Basketball Varsity team was named champion at the 43rd WNCAA.

Basketball Basketball Team Champion 43rd WNCAA Tournament – Basketball Event St. Scholastica’s College, Taft Manila October 14, 2012 Ma. Patricia Reyes Mythical Five & Most Valuable Player Caramia Angela Buendia Mythical Five Basketball Team A Champion DepEd-Athletic Association of Private Schools (AAPS) Division Meet – Basketball Event Amoranto Sports Complex, Quezon City December 11, 2012 2nd Runner-Up Women’s Basketball League Competitive Division

Xavier School Quezon City December 16, 2012 Basketball Team B 2nd Runner-Up Inter Scholastic Sports Association (ISSA) Basketball Tournament Xavier Multi-purpose Gym February 09, 2013 Ballet Overall Champion Kimberly Anne Therese Davies 15 & under troupes 15 & under ensemble Meryl Jacqueline Chua Open troupes 15 & under ensemble 15 & under demi-character solo 15 & under classical solo

MIRIAM COLLEGE 2012 Annual Report 2013 Golf Samantha Martinez 5th Placer Kids Golf World Championships Malaysia, December 3 – 7, 2012 Gymnastics Jiamari Ysabelle Kawachi Silver & Bronze Medals, Vault Event 7th Placer, All Around Individual Event 6th Placer, Balance Beam Event 10th Placer, Uneven Bar Event 7th placer overall, Vault & All Around Individual Events 6th placer, Balance beam 10th placer, Uneven bar Nadia Comaneci International Gymnastics Event Oklahoma City, USA February 15-17, 2013 The MCHS Pep Squad wows the crowd and wins the judges’ nod at the 43rd WNCAA tournament.

Ma. Winnalee Young 15 & under ensemble 15 & under modern solo 15 & under demi-character solo 15 & under CSTD championship cup Open troupes 15 & under classical solo 15 & under lyrical solo Katja Palisoc Open troupes 15 & under ensemble 15 & under slassical solo 15 & under lyrical solo Isabela Sofia Eleazar 15 & under troupes Open Ensemble Bianca Rosario Tabios 15 & under troupes & ensemble Gabrielle Paras 15 & under troupes & ensemble 15 & under demi-character

Pep Squad

Carlyn De Torres Open troupes

Pep Squad Boosters Outstanding Performance

Anne Patrice Barin Open troupes 15 & under Ensemble 15 & under Lyrical duo

Pep Squad Hardcourt 1st Runner-Up WNCAA Tournament Cheerleading Junior Event Ninoy Aquino Stadium, Manila February 23, 2013

Anna Coretta Santos Ma. Gicelle Christine Ambulo Open troupes Open Ensemble 14th Asia Pacific Dance Competition Hong Kong July 20-22, 2012 Frisbee Ultimate Frisbee Team Champion Philippine Ultimate Little League Tournament Ultimate Frisbee – HS Girls Greenfields, Sta. Rosa, Laguna August 25-26, 2012

Soccer Soccer Team Champion GOSHEN CUP Ladies Open Football Game Baguio City May 1, 2012 Isabella Sabio Best Goalkeeper Champion AFC Summer Module Festival Football Game - HS Girls Ateneo HS Field May 5, 2012

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report Ann Catherine Cabrera Most Valuable Player Champion RIFA Summer 9 A-Side League High School Division Ateneo and Xavier Fields May 15 to 22, 2012 1st Runner-up AFC Monfort Cup Football – HS Girls Division Ateneo HS field May 26, 2012

2nd Place Alaska Cup Football Tournament Under 16 Event Ayala Alabang Country Club November 10 & 11, 2012 3rd Place Xavier Cup Football Tournament 1995 Division November 30, 2012

2nd Runner-Up St. Ignatius Cup Festival Ateneo Field August 27, 2012

Champion DepEd-Athletic Association of Private Schools (AAPS) Division Meet – Soccer Event Ateneo Field December 11, 2012

Champion RIFA HS Open Girls Division International School Manila September 29, 2012

3rd Place 10th Rizal Football Association (RIFA) Cup Born 1997 Division January 19, 2013

Antonette Amoncio Most Valuable Player RIFA HS Open Girls Division

2nd Place 10th Rizal Football Association (RIFA) Cup Born 1995 Division January 20, 2013

Champion RIFA Girls 1997 Division Ateneo Field September 30, 2012 Martie Cinelle Bautista Most Valuable Player RIFA Girls 1997 Division 1st Runner-Up 43rd WNCAA Tournament – Soccer Event Emilio Aguinaldo Academy October 14, 2012 Antonette Amoncio Mythical Five Isabella Sabio Mythical Five Champion DepEd-Athletic Association of Private Schools (AAPS) Division Meet – Soccer Event Ateneo Field, Quezon City October 18, 2012

Champion RIFA HS 1995 Girls Division Ateneo de Manila February 25, 2013 Antonette Amoncio Most Valuable Player Softball Softball Team Champion DepEd-Athletic Association of Private Schools (AAPS) Division Meet – Softball Event Ateneo Field November 12, 2012 Champion WNCAA Tournament Sportsfest – Softball Junior Event February 3, 2013

Softball Team A 2nd Place, Competitive Division Softball Team B 3rd Place, Development Division TOT Softball Tournament Rizal High School Field February 17, 2013 Swimming Thea Marie Caluma 1st Runner Up Swimming Tournament Hong Kong Mantas April 21-22, 2012 Gold Medal - 4x50m freestyle relay Gold Medal - 4x100m relay Silver Medals - 100m & 200m butterfly Palarong Pambansa Swimming Event Dagupan, Pangasinan May 8-11, 2012 Champion 100m & 200m butterfly 100m & 200m freestyle 200m individual medley DepEd-Athletic Association of Private Schools (AAPS) Division Meet – Swimming Event Amoranto Gym, Quezon City October 14, 2012 Gold Medals 50M freestyle / 100M butterfly Silver Medals 100M & 200M freestyle, 50M butterfly Bronze - 200 LC meter Medley Relay WNCAA Tournament Sportsfest – Swimming Junior Event De La Salle Santiago Zobel, Alabang January 26, 2013 Champion and Silver medal -200M Medley Individual Bronze medals - 100M freestyle, 4x50M freestyle relay 4x50M medley relay Dep Ed National Capital Region (NCR) Meet

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Swimming Girls Division ULTRA, Pasig City February 14 – 16, 2013 Silver medal 600M Medley Individual, 5KM Run Ateneo Aquathlon 2013 13-16 Age group Girls Division Ateneo de Manila University March 3, 2013 Swimming Team Champion 200m Medley Relay 200m Freestyle Relay 400m Freestyle Relay DepEd-Athletic Association of Private Schools (AAPS) Division Meet – Swimming Event Amoranto Gym, Quezon City October 14, 2012 2nd Runner Up WNCAA Tournament Sportsfest – Swimming Junior Event De La Salle Santiago Zobel, Alabang January 26, 2013 Table Tennis Table Tennis Team Champion Interscholastic Sports Association, ISSA Table Tennis Event – Middle School Girls Division Brent School Laguna/ ADMU Gym September 8, 2012

Champion, Doubles Division Athletics Association of Private Schools Table Tennis Event Ateneo Gym September 9, 2012 Kristine Anne Cabildo Champion, Single Event Ma. Norma Thea Madeline Conjares Joanne Marie Orola Champion, Double Event DepEd-Athletic Association of Private Schools (AAPS) Division Meet – Table Tennis Event Quezon City Science High School October 14, 2012 2nd Runner Up WNCAA Tournament Sportsfest – Table Tennis Junior Event De La Salle Santiago Zobel, Alabang January 26, 2013 Track & Field Track & Field Team Overall Champion Riana Puno Mary Bernadette Ignacio Silver & Gold medal, 100m dash category Mary Bernadette Ignacio Priscilla Gabrielle Fabregas Silver & Gold medal, 200m dash category Maria Patron

Kristine Anne Cabildo Champion, Single division A

Priscilla Gabrielle Fabregas Silver & Gold medal, 400m dash category

Vanessa Ann Manalo Champion, Single division B

Mary Bernadette Ignacio Maria Patron Priscilla Gabrielle Fabregas Riana Puno Gold, 4 x 100m Relay

Joanne Marie Orola Ma. Norma Thea Madeline Conjares

Mary Bernadette Ignacio Maria Patron Priscilla Gabrielle Fabregas Faith Yuquimpo Gold 4 x 400m Relay Faith Yuquimpo 3000m dash Ma. Angela Ruiz Bronze, Long Jump Anna Dominique Santos Kate Shaira Feliciano Silver & Gold, Javelin Throw Kate Shaira Feliciano Gold, Discus Throw DepEd-Athletic Association of Private Schools (AAPS) Division Meet – Track & Field Event Ateneo Field, Quezon City October 18, 2012 Denise Mikaela Roman Gold, 1600m walkathon PATAFA Champion Private School Athletics and Development Association (Prada) Track and Field International School Manila February 10, 2013 Taekwondo Janine Roque Gold Medalist Heavyweight Division Angela Shayna Alarcon Silver Medalist Welterweight Division Kristine Loraine Banal Silver Medalist Lightweight Division

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report MILO Little Olympics Taekwondo Event Marikina Sports Plaza September 1-2, 2012 Taekwondo Team Champion WNCAA Tournament Sportsfest – Taekwondo Junior Event De La Salle Santiago Zobel, Alabang January 26, 2013 Kristine Loraine Banal Most Valuable Player Volleyball Volleyball Team Champion 43rd WNCAA Tournament – Volleyball Event St. Scholastica’s College, Taft Manila October 14, 2012 Carlyn Daproza De Torres Best Digger Hannah Gacad Gomez Best Blocker Ariana Ysabela Pronstroller Manalo Best Setter Nell Frances Jimenez Saclot Most Valuable Player

Higher Education CO-CURRICULAR College of International, Humanitarian and Development Studies Third Year International Studies students Diplomatic Achievement Awards 62nd Session of the Model United Nations of the Far West (MUNFW) Hyatt Regency Hotel, San Francisco, California, USA April 20-24, 2012

Nicael Julianda Charlene Mae Amponin Monique Sobrepeña Inna Patricia De Guzman Acer Case Study Competition International Marketing & Branding Conference 2013 UP Film Institute, Diliman February 16, 2013

College of Arts and Sciences

Ramona Grace Gutierrez Christine Louise Agustin Stefanie Anne Perez Pia Isabelle Bernabe Sarah Mae Marcelo Nilcah Therese Ortico 3rd place

Rowena Cos First Prize UN Rio+20 Nationwide Essay Writing Contest Atrium of Eastwood Mall July 16, 2012

PMA-Mores Marketing Research Competition 2012 Agora Youth Awards, PSE Auditorium, Pasig City February 16, 2013

Maria Carmela Diaz First runner-up for entry “Self-Discipline” Respect for Law and Authority and the Promotion of Self-Discipline Category Araw Values Awards, Dolphy Theater, ABS-CBN December 7, 2012

Andrea Aurellado Best VJ Award 2013 WNCAA VJ Hunt, Ninoy Aquino Stadium, February 24, 2013

Volleyball Varsity Team Champion Quezon City Athletics Association (QCAA) Volleyball Competitive Division Tivoli Royale Gym February 10, 2013 Isabella Romero Mythical 6 Nell Frances Saclot Mythical 6 & MVP Hannah Gomez Mythical 6

EPM student Rowena Cos stands proud after receiving her award for the Rio+20 The Future We Want essay writing contest. With her are former NCCA Executive Director Cecile Guidote-Alvarez (2nd from left) and writer/columnist Isagani Cruz (3rd from right) with the organizers of the event.

MIRIAM COLLEGE 2012 Annual Report 2013 EXTRA-CURRICULAR Basketball 3rd Place 10th WCSA Season La Consolacion College, February 2013 Joanne Santos Member, Mythical Five Selection Swimming

Maria Carmela Diaz was named First Runner Up at the Araw Values Awards for her entry “Self Discipline”. The event is touted as the “Oscars” of Philippine Advertising.

Rafhel Reyes Desiree Carillo Ellysjah Marae Ragel Carmela Diaz Ana Loren Jacinto Santina Hernandez 1st Place “Kampanya” under the Public Service Announcement Category Jesuit Communications Young Visionaries Media Competition Elaine Orda Lea Marie Caleja Regina Ibarra Bea Marie Gonzales Marie Gertrude Leynes Suzelle Anne Ronquillo Marga Monique Manzano Kristelle Santiago Andrea Fides Mendoza 3rd Place Short film “Sandalan”

Far Eastern University (FEU) Video Open FEU Auditorium, Manila November 16, 2012 College of Business, Entrepreneurship and Accountancy Entrepreneurship students Participants 2nd International Conference on Business and Communication (ICBC) Atma Jaya Catholic University Jakarta, Indonesia, September 19-20, 2012 Chricel Olayvar Alexandra Hernandez Marielle Pamintuan 3rd Place Case Study Competition of the National Federation Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants (NCR) Far Eastern University, Manila October 1, 2012

Swimming Team 3rd Place 10th WCSA Season, Assumption College 17 February 2013 Maria Estipona Janelle Paz Eriel Pintang Karla Valeroso Bronze 400m medley relay Kristine Boone Bronze 50m Freestyle Maria Estipona Eriel Pintang Hannah Sodusta Karla Valeroso Bronze 400m Freestyle relay Kristine Boone Janelle Paz Hannah Sodusta Vanessa Sudario Bronze 200m medley relay

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Members of the HEU Taekwondo team show off their medals at the 43rd WNCAA games.

Taekwondo Rhuby Ann Bello Silver Medalist Bantam Weight - Novice Category Paula Marie Trinidad Silver Medalist Bantam Weight - Advance Category Maria Partricia Babaran Silver Medalist Fly Weight - Novice Category Ma. Anthea Adap Bronze Medalist Fin Weight - Novice Category Avie Gail Concepcion

Bronze Medalist Fin Weight- Novice Category

Bronze Medalists Heavy Weight - Novice Category

Gellyn Inocenci Bronze Medalist Fly Weight - Novice Category

Volleyball Team 3rd Place 43rd WNCAA Season St Scholasticaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College September 2012

Kiannah Dionglay Bronze Medalist Feather Weight - Novice Category Patricia Agatha May Doroja Bronze Medalist Welter Weight - Novice Category 43rd WNCAA, July 2012 Volleyball Maria Josefina Daria

Maria Frances Paz Best Receiver Karla Mae Manlutac Best Server 10th WCSA Season St. Scholasticaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College February 2013

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he Miriam College Advocacy Centers (MACs) are the expression of the school’s core values within and outside the institution. The MACs’ programs are integrated into the curriculum across levels as these centers also foster institutional values through various collaborative activities with the a c a d e m i c u n its as part of their h o l i st i c p r o grams. They are also alive and well-respected in the external community, locally and abroad, connected with large networks that share the same goals and actively participating in high-level discussions on global issues. The MACs continue to engage in research, publication, and provide training to other educational institutions and private organizations as well as government agencies.

Women and Gender Institute (WAGI) Back to back: 2nd National Women’s Summit and 5th World Social Forum on Migration This past school year, WAGI hosted two important fora on campus. The 2nd National Women’s Summit had the theme “Women’s Active Citizenship in an Era of ASEAN Integration.” A gathering of about 300 participants from various sectors, organizations, and international development agencies, the Summit’s goal was to reflect on women’s present and emerging concerns in the Philippines and in the Southeast Asian region, including the ASEAN Integration 2015 characterized by a single market and production base.

ADVOCACY CENTERS Different panels and workshop sessions provided a space for the participants to discuss integration and what this means for the Philippines. Concerns on how prepared the country is for a unified ASEAN market and its implications on women were raised, considering the multidimensionality and intersectionality of women’s issues. Recommendations also came out from the various sessions, stressing the need to ensure women’s meaningful participation across all levels of the integration and post-integration processes, as well as the protection and promotion of their rights.

Part of the summit was a special event that launched the Women’s Peace Table, a network convened by women from civil society, media and business, and Muslim professionals. The network is envisioned to be a connecting, mediating, and educating table that seeks to bring the voices of women from various backgrounds into the peace process. The event served as the kick-off activity of the Women’s Peace Fund to support livelihood projects for women in conflict-affected areas. The 5th World Social Forum on Migration (WFSM) gathered close to 1,000 participants from 70 countries. This was the first time that the WSFM was held in Asia, having previously been hosted in Brazil (2005), Spain (2006 and 2008) and Ecuador (2010). The 2012 WSFM is so far the largest in attendance and most diverse in terms of countries and sectors represented. For one whole week, the campus was abuzz with the many conversations and

debates between and among social movements, migrants’ rights communities, and civil society organizations about building solidarity for international action and advocacy on migrants’ rights. A whole range of issues was tackled, including freedom of movement, citizenship, and irregular and forced migration. The WSFM has served as a space for democratic debate, reflection, networking, cultural exchange, and consensus building on mobility-related issues. The theme of the WSFM was “Mobility, Rights, and Global Models: Looking for Alternatives”. WAGI’s women and gender studies produced, Quilted Sightings, with a special issue on migration following the forum, which featured statements and resolutions arising from the discussions. Advancing gender sensitivity training in other sectors Sustaining MC’s Gender Fair Education program and strategies, WAGI conducted gender sensitivity training sessions for males in the High School Unit and for the entire Basic Education Unit, apart from its annual orientation programs for students and new employees. WAGI also offered several gender sensitivity workshops for other schools and academic organizations such as St. Scholastica’s College, Marikina City’s Center for Excellence (CENTEX), Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP) Youth Congress, Department of Education (Caloocan Division), and through the Commission on Higher Education, the 2nd Gender and Development Summit for Region IV-A, which was participated in by faculty and administrators of SUCs and HEIs from the region.

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report On its 12th year, the Young Women Leaders Conference (YWLC) was attended by 140 young women students and leaders from Caraga State University, Mindanao State University, De La Salle University, La Consolacion College, Philippine Women’s University, Philippine Normal University, St. Paul University Manila, St. Scholastica’s College, and Miriam College. The theme was “Engaging Young Women in Peace and Security Issues”. The participants expressed their sentiments, stating that genuine and lasting peace is possible if they make their voices count. WAGI’s annual summer gender courses on Gender Fair Education, International Women’s Human Rights, and Summer Institute on Migration were again well-attended, with participants coming from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao representing various sectors. Participants of these courses developed a plan of action or a thinking paper on how to address specific gender issues attributed to their organization. This year, WAGI conducted its first Gender and Development Budgeting and Planning Course, attended by representatives of different national and regional government agencies, NGOs, and academic institutions including the Mindanao State University, Department of Finance-Central Office, National Defense College of the Philippines, Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Civil Service Commission, National Development Authority (NEDA), Senate Economic Planning Office, National Food Authority (NFA), Alyansa Tigil Mina, Fair Trade

Student leaders from different schools let their voices be heard at the Young Women Leaders Conference organized annually by WAGI.

Alliance, NGOs for Fisheries Reform, and Oxfam. Added to the roster of government agencies trained by WAGI are the Armed Forces of the Philippines (for peacekeepers), Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Central Office, Foreign Service Institute Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar of the Department of Foreign Affairs (FSI-PDOS), and the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA). Continuous engagement in the international community WAGI continues to play a very active role in various international initiatives that address gender issues. The Institute provided input to the Southeast Asia Consultation on Using the Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) to Strengthen Accountability for Women’s

Human Rights in Development. As part of the UNDP international expert group, WAGI participated in the Expert Group Meeting, “Priorities for Advancing Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment” in today’s development context. WAGI was also present at the 45th Session of the United Nations Commission on Population and Development held in New York. WAGI Executive Director Professor Aurora De Dios served as consultant on issues of trafficking and migration especially in the ASEAN and was invited to provide her inputs to a number of international and national conferences/workshops. WAGI, through the Development Alternatives with Women for a New Era (DAWN), hosted a series of parallel sessions on sustainable development and gender justice during the UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio +20) in Brazil in June 2012.

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Center for Peace Education (CPE) Arms Trade Treaty The Center for Peace Education continues its direct involvement in the Trade Treaty (ATT), which is meant to control the transfer of arms in the world to ensure that such arms will not be used to commit human rights violations, genocide, and violations of International Humanitarian Law (IHL). The CPE through its Associate Director Jasmin Nario Galace lobbied delegates and foreign missions in the United Nations (UN) on language that will get into the ATT and strongly campaigned for its adaption. Dr. Galace was the Control Arms’ Coalition Gender and Asia Regional Lead for the ATT campaign. She also worked on the adaption of the ATT as member of the International Advisory Council of the International Action Network on Small Arms (IANSA).

The Center also led advocacy efforts in the Philippines toward the signing of the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT). As a member of the Steering Committee of the Philippine National Action Network to Control Arms, the CPE co-led the initiation of activities in the home front to lobby the Philippine government to agree on and sign a strong ATT. Members of Pax Christi-Miriam College and students from the Department of International Studies joined public and mass actions and lobbying work to encourage the government’s support for the process and the treaty. UNSCR 1325 and 1820 As Secretariat of the Women Engaged in Action on 1325 (WE Act 1325), CPE has helped implement the National Action Plan (NAP) on UN Security Council Resolution 1325 and 1820. These resolutions aim to increase women’s participation in conflict prevention,

peacekeeping, peacemaking, peace building, and post-conflict reconstruction, and to protect them from violence in situations of armed conflict. Many of these initiatives were meant to support the current peace process, particularly between the government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front. WE Act 1325 has also engaged with the security sector. Among others, it has trained roughly 3,000 Philippine Peacekeepers prior to deployment in missions to Haiti, Liberia, and Golan Heights. Together with the Global Network of Women Peacebuilders, it has also gone to communities affected by armed conflict to localize the NAP. WE Act 1325 is supported by both the Norwegian and Australian governments. The CPE continued its Education activities, foremost of which was the training for Philippine Colleges of Education, which the Center deemed strategic because of its multiplier effect. Seventeen teacher-education institutions participated in the May 2012 training. The CPE also maintains its leadership role in the Catholic Educational Association’s (CEAP) Justice and Peace Education committee and has conducted talks on Challenging Bullying in CEAPmember schools and workshop sessions in CEAP Conventions and educational “road shows”. Internal initiatives

Pax Christi, CPE, WE Act 1325 and PhilAnsa rallied for the signing of the Arms Trade Treaty in front of the Department of Foreign Affairs and sent the message that while there are global rules regulating the trade in bananas, there are none in the trade of weapons.

Internally, the CPE organized the annual Institutional Mindanao Week of Peace Celebration, which aims to raise awareness on the ongoing peace process, encourage strong support for the peace talks and

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CPE’s Twinning Project brings grade school and high School students face-to-face with their Muslim counterparts to promote camaraderie and discuss issues affecting communities in Mindanao.

to celebrate interfaith and cultural diversity. Various activities were undertaken to raise funds for our sister school in Pikit, Cotabato, the Rajah Muda High School and for other Mindanao related causes. Students from the CSC organized a Muffins for Peace while the Grade School, High School, and the Higher Education Unit had the Lugawan Para sa Mindanao. The MC-SAID also participated by selling cookies and other pastries while the MAE organized a forum on the Mindanao Conflict which was well-attended. The CPE continues to conduct workshops in support of MC’s academic programs such as the Peace Journalism Workshop and forum in celebration of World Interfaith Harmony Week of February 2013, among others. The CPE’s collaboration with the Grade School and High School in connection with the Twinning Project and the conduct of the joint training on youth peacebuilding continues on its 10th year.

Environmental Studies Institute (ESI) Training on Dark Green School Initiative Miriam College is a benchmark for a Dark Green School (DGS). ESI gives training to other academic institutions that also aim to improve/upgrade their environmental programs using the whole-school approach. This strategy incorporates environmental education (EE) in the various aspects of the school operations to develop a culture of environmental care among its members. EE is not only incorporated in the curriculum, research, and outreach programs but in other aspects of the school operations such as policy and administration, campus practices, production, and income-generating projects.

Aside from academic institutions in the Philippines, other Asian institutions have also sought training by the ESI. With funding from the United Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia (UBCHEA), a week-long training on Green Accreditation was conducted with participants coming from different provinces of the Philippines, as well as from Indonesia and India. The training provided a concrete model of a Dark Green School where participants had the opportunity to observe the actual operationalization of the wholeschool approach to EE. It also opened opportunities for networking. Through the Dark Green School training, other sectors of the Miriam College community are made aware of expected standards and are reminded to sustain the DGS standards in their area. It also promotes Miriam College and enables the school to sustain its leading position in environmental education.

MIRIAM COLLEGE 2012 Annual Report 2013 environmental management. A total of four institutions were contracted by the Environmental Studies Institute and were designated to handle the capacitybuilding course on “Community-based Participation in Environmental Management and Disaster Risk Reduction.”

Members of College Class ‘68 pose in front of their pet project, Mollie’s Garden.

Mollie’s Garden A production garden aptly called Mollie’s Garden was developed with initial funding from Maryknoll College Class ’68. Mollie Rogers, later called Sr. Mother Mary Joseph, MM, is the founder of Maryknoll. She was a great cook who grew her own spices and vegetables. Mollie’s Garden is envisioned to provide students and Miriam employees experiential learning on food sustainability and climate change adaptation. It has a learning program that also incorporates the science and advocacy for healthy, low-carbon food choices. Mollie’s garden facilitates incorporating research in club activities while intensifying collaboration between the ESI and the academic units. It aims to develop in the students the appropriate lifestyle for a changing environment. Located at the back of ESI, it is very

accessible to students who can work on the vegetable beds, composting facilities, and several garden pockets: pizza garden, herbal garden, pakbet garden and vegetable trellis plots. It also has a work area where students can experiment on preparing food using ingredients harvested from the garden. Mollie’s Garden is maintained by different organizations and academic units that have adopted their own set of plots. All the harvests are sold to the MC community and the proceeds are used to sustain the garden. Capability-building Course for Barangay Officials of QC In keeping with its commitment to a green, safe, and viable environment for Quezon City, the local leaders conceptualized a program dedicated to training its barangay officials on good governance, land-use planning, disaster risk-reduction management and

The training included MC’s core values of environment, peace, gender, and volunteerism and involved experts from the different centers of Miriam College in the fields of ecology, environmental education, ecological solid waste management, disaster risk reduction and management, and community development/social work. So far, ESI has trained five batches of barangay officials covering a total of 65 barangays. Learnings from the course were incorporated in the Quezon City development plan.

Institutional Network for Social Action (INSA) Pioneering conference on volunteerism for and by the academe In line with National Volunteer Month, INSA led by Executive Director Malou Jarabe-Turalde, together with VSO Bahaginan and the Australian Agency for International Aid (AusAID), convened the National Conference on the Engagement of the Academe in Volunteering (NCEAV) on December 6-7, 2012. Other partners include CHED and DepEd, and 10 other development organizations. More than 300 participants from different sectors representing 112 organizations from all

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report over the Philippines attended the event. Miriam College shared best practices on its volunteer management system and various engagements, i.e. Lingap Bulilit, INSA, and MAE. With the theme,“Promoting the Scholarship of Engagement, Charting New Paths”, NCEAV featured exhibitors from organizations across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao to showcase good practices and case studies in volunteering. The plenary and breakout sessions provided a wide range of learning, covering topics that affect the engagement of the academe in volunteering. The participants also contributed to the development of a White Paper that will continue to build knowledge on volunteering and a Manifesto to lobby more support from government. The White Paper was finalized by INSA together with VSO Bahaginan and is funded by AusAID. A highlight of the event was the keynote of Dr. Patricia B. Licuanan, Miriam College immediate past president and current CHED Chairperson, who spoke about “Academia, Active Citizenship, and Volunteerism.” In her address, she presented a framework on how the education community can contribute to poverty alleviation and national development through volunteerism. INSA is also one of the conveners of the National Coalition on Volunteerism (NCV) together with Jesuit Volunteers Philippines (JVP), Volunteer Information, Communication and Exchange (VOICE) Network, International Association for

Participants of the National Conference on the Engagement of the Academe in Volunteering (NCEAV) expressed their support to further promote volunteerism in the country.

Volunteer Effort – Philippines (IAVEPhils), VSO Bahaginan, and Associate Missionaries of the Assumption. NCV aims to further strengthen the voluntary sector and contribute to nation-building through volunteerism. As the institution’s center for volunteerism and social development, INSA implements the school’s volunteerism program for teachers, Gurong Lingkod, and for students and alumni, Miriam Volunteer Mission (MVM). These programs were launched in 2000 and 2004 respectively for those who want to serve low-income communities by helping partner organizations in different sites nationwide, including Maryknoll Sisters missions such as Our Lady of Victory Training Center in Davao. INSA coordinates the various social action efforts of the different units and, with other Miriam Advocacy Centers, drives the community’s initiatives in response to major social issues affecting the country and the global community.

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Teachers across units who participated in this year’s Gurong Lingkod program and were assigned in different parts of the country

Miriam College alumni who joined this year’s Miriam Volunteer Mission

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Core student-volunteers for this year’s various activities/advocacies

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Growth, Upgrading and Resource Office (GURO) The Growth, Upgrading and Resource Office is the Teacher Institute of Miriam College. It is committed to the professional development of educators by providing them with an accessible teacher-training program in the tradition of excellence and service passed on by the Maryknoll Sisters. Under GURO is the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lingap Bulilit program that trains community-based teachers and volunteers, most of whom have no formal training in education, specifically in early childhood education. Part of Lingap Bulilit is Lingap Bulilit on Wheels, a mobile library for day care and pre-school children. Lingap Bulilit on Wheels aims to cultivate love for reading among young children. Through this project, Miriam College experts and volunteers conduct storytelling sessions and other fun activities in barangay day care centers and public pre-schools. GURO, throughout the years, has delivered its programs to over 15,000 professional teachers and volunteer day care workers in various locations nationwide through numerous partnerships with LGU, NGOs and other educational institutions. These programs are facilitated by Miriam College volunteer teachers from across the different academic units. This year, GURO has formalized new ties with more LGUs, NGOs, public and private schools namely, the local government of Antipolo City, Bulacan, Liloan, Cebu, Infanta, Quezon, Valenzuela City, Aboitiz

Foundation, Bank of the Philippine Islands Foundation, E. Zobel Foundation, Metrobank Foundation, Save the Children Foundation, Pax Et Lumen International School, for which the following programs were conducted: Training for Effective Teaching in Early Childhood Education, Teaching Strategies in Math, Science, English, Values Education and Professionalizing Teaching. Around

1,000 public and private school teachers completed these programs. GURO also completed this year a nationwide teacher training for barangay day care teachers in the following provinces in cooperation with INSA: Brgy. Laiban, Tanay, Rizal with the Environmen Studies Institute; Davao City with PLAYNET; and Malabon with Konkokyo Peace Activity

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report Center and Holy Rosary Foundation; Buenavista and Torrijos Marinduque support from the Norwegian Mission Alliance Philippines, Butuan City with Father Saturnino Urios University, Guimba, Nueva Ecija with its Local Government Unit and San Fabian, Pangasinan also with its LGU.

Research and Publications Management Office (RPMO) In an effort to invigorate the Miriam College research culture, the first ever institutional Research Colloquium was successfully conducted in the summer of 2012. This was followed by another round held in the second semester. Taking an active role in media and information literacy, the RPMO with Dr. Jose Reuben Alagaran II at the helm, spearheaded three major workshops on adopting UNESCO’s Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Curriculum in Communication and Teacher Education held in Miriam College and the Philippine Normal University. MIL is now integrated in some lessons for BA Communication, BS Child Development and Education, and BS Education of the two schools. These workshops were implemented in partnership with United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) headquarters in Paris, France. Miriam College President Dr. Rosario O. Lapus and UNESCO National Commission of the Philippines secretary-general Dr. Virginia Miralao gave the welcome re-

Dr. Alagaran (standing, third from right,) was the only Filipino invited by UNESCO Paris at the Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Experts Group Meeting to review MIL competency standards before its integration in the curricula of schools of UNESCO-member states.

marks and opening remarks, respectively. The workshop was also graced by Secretary Herminio Coloma Jr. of the Presidential Communications Operations Office in Malacañang, who gave an inspirational talk.

Achievement Test, and student behavior in class.

The RPMO completed this year three research outputs under grants from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). These reports included “Sierra Madre: Innovating Community Organizing and Mentoring as Strategies for Poverty Alleviation and for the Protection and Conservation of the Environment,” “Innovative Child-Rearing Practices of Caregivers of OFW Children,” and “Can Research and Extension be integrated? Kasiglahan Village National High School Case Study”. The latter also produced three teacher training workshops that led to significant improvements in the teachers’ teaching skills, performance scores of students in the Division

The Language Learning Center offers Filipino (for non-native speakers) and foreign language training skills and professional development courses on English proficiency to students and teachers such as English as a Second Language (ESL), Mandarin, French, Spanish, Korean, and Nihongo.

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This year, the Language Learning Center started to offer to Grade School students higher level courses succeeding the basic lesson. This enrichment course is designed to develop basic language skills in young learners as part of a foreign language learning and exposure program. Students were taught basic Mandarin

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Center for Applied Music

The Language Learning Center shared its expertise in communicating the “Language of Math” among teachers in provincial schools.

with an eye toward maintaining a balance between required language skills and the suitability of materials for young learners. It is also intended as a preparation for the foreign language elective that will be taken in high school as part of the K to 12 Program. Basic Spanish was also offered in the second semester. A 63-hour Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) program was also conducted this year, providing teachers with the essential knowledge and background in second language learning, teaching, and assessment. The focus of the assessment component of the course is formative assessment of learning in order to provide an enlightening background on its role in learning a second language. In May 2012, educators from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao attended the

LLC’s first national seminar-workshop, “The Language of Math,” organized in coordination with the Math and English Departments of the College of Arts and Sciences. One of the goals of this undertaking is to shed light on the issues concerning the use of the mother tongue in the classroom, the K to 12 curriculum, and how it affects the teaching of Mathematics, English, and Filipino. It also aims to provide an avenue where both Math and Language teachers share their insights on how the language of Mathematics could be better appreciated by learners on different grade or year levels. This learning experience enabled the participants to re-examine, validate, update their teaching skills, and collaborate with different personalities, bearing in mind new trends in education and the learners as the center of all these endeavors.

What started as piano lessons in the 1950s at Maryknoll in Pennsylvania Street (now Leon Guinto Street) in Manila has expanded and developed into the school’s music center which offers a variety programs on musical instruments and voice instruction as well as Theory. Today, the Center for Applied Music is the only academic institution in the Philippines affiliated with the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music, a London-based leading authority on musical assessment which our selected students take every year to certify their international standing. Further expanding the Center’s offerings, new programs were opened this year. These are ensemble classes in Strings, Rock Band Playing, Musical Theater for Children and Adults, and Keyboard. These group classes are aimed toward strengthening an early appreciation for all kinds of music, from pop standards to classical, set in a less formal, less rigid training format. Technical and sound facilities for these classes conform with current industry standards. The Center continues to implement the Primary + Level 6 (P+6) curriculum for all individual instruments i.e. piano, violin, guitar, flute, drums and voice, which aims to motivate students to continue on to higher level skills. New musical instruments, equipment and resource materials were acquired to enhance the delivery of the different programs offered by the Center.

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We will focus on achieving a high performing organization with competent, caring, efficient and effective 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, bringing them to a higher level of intellectual, physical, spiritual, emotional and cultural growth from admission to graduation, and providing them with the necessary skills and competencies needed by the industry. Emphasis is also placed on the crucial role of our parents and alumni as partners in the development of the institution.

MIRIAM COLLEGE 2012 Annual Report 2013 MC strives to promote a healthier work environment by creating more opportunities for building camaraderie as well as personal and professional development, making MC employees a strong and lively workforce committed to the institution’s goals. Rooted in the Maryknoll Sisters’ legacy of 100 years, the community will ever be grateful for the beautiful history and tradition of excellence and service which the Sisters have passed on. Sharing in this gratitude are our alumni groups, who continue to be the school’s most dedicated supporter.

Human Resources Division (HRD) More and more, the MC community is a family that works, celebrates, and grows together. Members of the school community continue to look forward to meaningful and enjoyable institutional programs and activities that bond them all year round.

COMMUNITY LIFE fellowship was held at the campus Residence Hall and included a tour of the various strategic places on campus which was accomplished in collaboration with the Human Resources Division. Facilitated by the Miriam Identity, Spirituality, and Mission Office (MISMO), new employees were introduced to the rootedness of Miriam Spirituality on Mary, Miriam of Nazareth, and the legacy of Mother Mary Joseph, the Foundress of the Maryknoll Sisters. Community-building The annual community-building activity tagged “BIGKIS” takes on the wellness theme, “I am well,” a new program of the Integrated Lifestyle and Wellness Center or ILAW Center. Employees from the different units were engaged in physical activities such as relays and a heart-pumping Zumba session. Attendees cooled down over meriendacena and enjoyed an afternoon of singing with

employees gamely joining the open mic session. BIGKIS is held every September as part of the school’s founding day celebration. Employee recognition The annual Service Awards, which gathers members of the community from the different units to honor faculty, administrators, and staff members for the years they have worked with Miriam College, gave tribute to 35 awardees this year. The awardees for 35 years are Ms. Grace Aguila (Grade School), Ms. Jasmin Veronica Guzman, Ms. Estela Posadas (Higher Education Unit), Ms. Mary Ann Sordan (Child Study Center) and Ms. Yolanda Sumalabe (General Administration). Ms. Nancy Roman, High School Assistant Principal for Student Affairs, delivered the response from the honorees.

Orientation for new employees New employees are welcomed before classes open in June through an orientation that familiarizes them with the institution’s history, mission and vision, programs, administration, campus, and policies. The Human Resources Division (HRD) initiated this year an overnight orientation program for new employees, giving the newcomers more time to settle in and feel more “at home” in Miriam College. New components of the program are a fellowship night and an introduction to the Miriam spirituality, which concludes with a ceremony. The in-house overnight

This year’s Bigkis sent a healthy message to the community through a Zumba-themed program.

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report To promote and support career development and professionalism among the members of the Administrative Services Group (ASG), new award categories in addition to “Perfect Attendance” were introduced this year. These new awards give recognition to office staff members who have consistently earned high performance rating for the past three years (Director’s Circle of Excellence), completed graduate studies, demonstrated outstanding customer service skills, actively engaged in institutional and community outreach programs, and those who have initiated graduate studies in the past year. Training and Development Based on input from the annual performance evaluation, wherein training needs are also articulated, the HRD organizes various skills enhancement workshops for employees, e.g. Project Management, “Building and Sustaining Meaningful Relations Service Program” (customer service), and “Active and Interactive Listening” (communication skills). Also based on the indicated development needs, the HRD supports participation in training programs offered outside MC. Emphasis is given by the President to specialized training for particular areas of focus such as Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics or STEM, a flagship program of the school, among others. Retirement program MC’s retirement program has served as a benchmark for other institutions. HRD’s comprehensive program for retirees has successfully transitioned several groups

Retirees share their journey in and with Miriam College at the annual dinner held in their honor.

of retirees for the past many years. “Conversations on Retirement” are structured learning sessions that facilitate discussions on personal retirement issues and financial management, including a dialogue with the family on post-retirement. These dialogues help prepare retiring employees well for life after Miriam College. Retirees also attend a neurobics seminar to help them keep active minds. Retirees, as a group, are also treated to a recreational trip and given a special tribute through the annual “Isang Paglalakbay,” an intimate dinner with guests of the retirees. This year’s honorees include former MC President and Center for Peace Education Executive Director, Dr. Loreta Castro. Others in the group are Ms. Evelyn Dizon, High School Administrative Manager; Ms. Evelinda Safra, Grade School Faculty; Ms. Lourdes Chan, Grade School Library Assistant; Mr. Francis Durr, Higher Education Faculty; and Ms. Stella Posadas, Higher Education Records Assistant.

Retirees are invited to become members of the Miriam College Association of Retired Employees or MCARE. MCARE is very much a part of the school community as its members participate in all institutional programs. MCARE is also one of the school’s service partners. Employee well-being Under the HRD is the Integrated Lifestyle and Wellness Center or ILAW Center, which provides employees with programs and services that educate, promote, and provide holistic health. In 2007, after one year of operation, ILAW Center opened up to other members of the community as well as the external public. Its services include individual counseling, group therapy, therapeutic massage, and seminarworkshops on various topics. This year, the ILAW Center launched the “I Am Well” program, which aims to encourage employees to take active responsibility for their personal health and wellness. Employees participated in

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NEW APPOINTMENTS HIGHER EDUCATION Dr. Glenda E. Fortez Vice President for Academic Affairs as Quality Assurance Officer

MCARE members bond through a church pilgrimage in Laguna and Batangas.

various wellness-related activities, which allowed them to earn points which were later tallied. Corresponding prizes were given depending on the points earned. Ms. Grace Soriano, Program Officer of the Language Learning Center, emerged as the competitions’ grand prize winner.

accessible and therefore helpful in disease prevention. Espousing an integrated wellness approach, the Center also houses a gym for cardiovascular conditioning and a massage clinic.

ILAW Center continued to offer various fitness activities, most popular of which are the Zumba and Yoga classes. Due to the high demand for these activities, additional classes were offered at the High School Unit and MC-SAID beginning this year while Zumba classes have previously opened at the CSC.

The number of enrollees of the Flexible Benefits (FLEXBEN) program has been increasing for the past years, showing employees’ high satisfaction with this optional benefit scheme. Under the FLEXBEN program, employees are able to select their benefits according to their needs and plans. Options include payment for the health insurance premium for dependents, higher PAG-IBIG contributions, gadget acquisition, and gasoline allowance, among others. Enhancements in the employee health insurance (Third Party Administration Program) were implemented this year with an increase in the outpatient benefit and the room rate per employee. To help ease the impact of rising prices of commodities in these financially challenging times, an added amount was given as economic assistance to all regular

Among the seminars conducted this year was a personal development workshop titled, “Visual Arts Heal,” which was offered as one of the school’s summer programs. Aside from lectures focused on the promotion of health and disease prevention, ILAW Center also continued to offer medical screening sessions in collaboration with healthcare providers: kidney stone ultrasound, breast cancer screening, and eye examination. Employees have been taking advantage of these sessions since they are very

Employee benefits

Dr. Rosario Margarita A. Aligada Dean, College of Education Basic Education Ms. Maria Louella Tampinco-Lunas Assistant Principal for Academic Affairs – Middle School Ms. Marie Rose A. Yuzon Assistant Principal of the Child Study Center GENERAL ADMINISTRATION Ms. Anna Josefina Gil-Esteban Finance Director Ms. Myrna G. Vidal Internal Auditor and full-time employees this year. These programs are very much appreciated by employees, who feel the institution’s responsiveness to their overall well-being. Employee Achievements Miriam College is proud of the numerous accomplishments and recognition given to its employees, nationally and internationally. Please see next page for a full list of our employees’ achievements.

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EMPLOYEE ACHIEVEMENTS

2012-2013

Grade School Lorena Noelle G. Arriola Winner, Art and Literary Work Contest for her piece, “Pagbabanyuhay” Women and Gender Institute Miriam College, March 22, 2013

Maria Paz P. Montalvo Scholarship Recipient, Center for Educational Measurement (CEM) Miriam College Miriam College and CEM March 2013

Diploma Programme Training) Miriam College American International School Chennai, India October 25-30, 2012

Nancy L. Delos Reyes Scholarship Recipient, Center for Educational Measurement (CEM) Miriam College and CEM March 2013

Reyett S. Paunan Scholarship Recipient, Center for Educational Measurement (CEM) Miriam College Miriam College and Center for Educational Measurement March 2013

Winner, President’s Awards for Research Miriam College, Marian Auditorium February 6,2013

Gina J. Ganapin Scholarship Recipient, Center for Educational Measurement (CEM) Miriam College and CEM March 2013 Teofilo Bernardo L. Gonzales III Scholarship Recipient, Center for Educational Measurement (CEM) Miriam College and CEM March 2013 Kristine Marie S. Lesaca- Saludez Winner, President’s Awards for Teaching Excellence (Senior Category) Miriam College February 6, 2013

High School Esmeralda S. Bunag Recipient, Faculty Development Grant for Training in Mathematics, 28th Annual Anja S. Greer Conference on Mathematics, Science and Technology, Phillips Exeter Academy, Exeter, New Hampshire, USA June 24-29, 2012 Resty C. Collado Recipient, Patricia B. Licuanan Grant for Educational Innovation (For International Baccalaureate

Dante Gilbert L. De Leon Recipient, Center for Educational Measurement Scholarship Miriam College and Center for Educational Measurement Quezon City, November 2012 Marie Grace R. De Leon Outstanding Senior Teacher, President’s Awards for Teaching Excellence Miriam College, February 2013 Dr. Edizon A. Fermin Recipient, Patricia B. Licuanan Grant for Educational Innovation (International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Training) American International School

MIRIAM COLLEGE 2012 Annual Report 2013 Joan Eunice T. Tolentino Recipient, Superior Learning Experience Travel Grant,Diwa Learning Systems, Inc. Singapore November 4-12, 2013

Chennai, India October 25-30, 2012 Recipient, Joint Bilateral Education Development Cooperation Travel Grant Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in the Philippines Yogyakarta, Indonesia December 5-9, 2012 Leah Czarina A. Guevarra Recipient, Education Travel Grant Woori Theological Institute Suwon, South Korea November 3-15, 2012 Marion Jude M. Gorospe Recipient, Education Travel Grant ACER Philippines, Inc Hong Kong November 13-15, 2012 Jomar Aries T. Laurente Recipient, Education Travel Grant Phoenix Publishing, Inc. and Glencoe Publishing, Singapore November 27-30, 2012 Reina M. Rama Recipient, Faculty Development Grant for Training in Mathematics, 28th Annual Anja S. Greer Conference on Mathematics, Science and Technology, Phillips Exeter Academy, Exeter, New Hampshire, USA, June 24-29, 2012 John Vincent D. Salayo Recipient, Faculty Development Grant for Training in Technology Integration, iPad Summit, Miriam College, Joseph B. Martin Conference Center,

Jaime L. Villafuerte IV Recipient, Education Travel Grant Woori Theological Institute Suwon, South Korea November 3-15, 2012

High School Asst. Principal for Academic Affairs Reina Rama participates at the Conference on Mathematics, Science and Technology at Phillips Exeter Academy in New Hampshire, USA.

Harvard School of Medicine, Boston, MA, USA November 6-8, 2013 Alfred R. Sanchez Recipient, Center for Educational Measurement Scholarship Miriam College and Center for Educational Measurement Quezon City, November 2012 Recipient, Superior Learning Experience Travel Grant Diwa Learning Systems, Inc. Singapore November 4-12, 2013 Love Emily N. Santos Recipient, Korea-Philippines Teacher Exchange Program Grant Asia-Pacific Centre of Education for International Understanding Seoul, South Korea October 7 – December 20, 2012

Glenda R. Villanueva and Ma. Rosanna Monica V . Marabut Winners, President’s Awards for Research Miriam College, Marian Auditorium February 6, 2013 Veronica A. Villarin Recipient, Rotary Club International Study Exchange (GSE) Program Grant District 9500 Rotary International South Australia and the Northern Territory March 8 – April 6, 2013 Jeffrey O. Zulueta Recipient, Joint Bilateral Education Development Cooperation Travel Grant, Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in the Philippines, Yogyakarta, Indonesia December 5-9, 2012

MC-SAID Joel J. Pineda Best Innovative Consolanian Researcher 2012 International Conference in Interdisciplinary Research Innovations Malolos, Bulacan December 4-6, 2012

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College of Arts and Sciences Dr. Maria Luz Rebecca T. Añonuevo Winner, Outstanding Senior Faculty President’s Award for Teaching Excellence Marian Auditorium, Miriam College February 6, 2013 Prof. Jaime A. Bengzon Fellow Writers Boot Camp (Online) August 2012 Joel C. Cornista American Society for Microbiology Leadership Program for International Educators Fellow American Society for Microbiology Marriot Hotel, San Mateo, California, USA June 17, 2012 Sheila Lo Dingcong Winner, Presidential Awards for Research 2013 Miriam College, Marian Auditorium February 6, 2013 Dr. Grace B. Evangelista Winner, Presidential Awards for Research 2013 Marian Auditorium Miriam College February 6, 2013 Best paper presentation “An Evaluation of Visual Arts and Poetry as Therapeutic Interventions with Abused Adolescents” 4th Fine Arts International Conference 2012

Dr. Lapus, Dr. Fortez and PAR external Judge Grace Aguiling-Dalisay with PAR winners (from left) Glenda R. Villanueva, Ma. Rosanna Monica V. Marabut, Resty C. Collado, Dr. Maria Lourdes Q. Baybay, Sheila Lo Dingcong and Dr. Grace B. Evangelista (not in photo).

Arnoma Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand, April 26-27, 2012 Jose L. Leonidas Meritorious Award St. Therese of the Child of the Jesus Montessori School AFP-COC Camp General Aguinaldo, Quezon City March 26, 2013 Maynard G. Manansala Certificate of Merit (Student Achiever) College of Arts and Letters University of the Philippines Pulungang Claro M. Recto December 4, 2012 Dr. Ronaldo A. Motilla Re-elected, Board of Directors Psychological Association of the Philippines August 15-17 , 2012 Janet S. Reguindin Winner, 2012 Young Historians Award for manuscript, “Si Dioscoro Umali (19171992) at ang Kanyang Ambag sa Sektor ng Agrikultura sa Pilipinas”

National Commission on Culture and the Arts July 16, 2012 Dr. Lourdes K. Samson UP Professional Award, UP College of Education Alumni Association Bahay ng Alumni June 24, 2012 Recipient CHS Centennial Award for Education College of the Holy Spirit, CHS Auditorium, Mendiola, Manila February 2, 2013 Philippine Art Educators Association Recognition Award GSIS Museum of Art, Pasay March 2, 2013 Dr. Aleli V. Sevilla Recipient, Academic Leadership in EducationPi Lambda Theta Philippines Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Sta. Mesa, Manila February 11, 2013

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Recipient, Presidential Award Catholic Women’s Club Sanctuario de San Antonio Parish, Social Hall, Forbes Park, Makati City February 6, 2013 Recipient, Community and Extension Services Award UP College of Education Alumni Association Ang Bahay ng Alumni, UP Diliman, Quezon City June 24, 2012 Grace Annette B. Soriano Granted Certificate of Competence IeXCELS (Instructional and Curricular Excellence in School Leadership and Management) of Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organizations (SEAMEO INNOTECH) September 27, 2012 Ann Debbie L. Tan Winner, Presidential Awards for Teaching Excellence Marian Auditorium, Miriam College February 6, 2013 John Enrico C. Torralbla First prize for Tulang Pambata, “Gusto Ko Nang Lumaki” Don Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature Peninsula Manila, Makati City September 1, 2012 Dr. Maria Lourdes Quisumbing-Baybay Winner, Presidential Awards for Research 2013 Marian Auditorium, Miriam College February 6, 2013

PATE winners (starting 3rd from left) Marie Grace Recto-De Leon, Cynthia T. Castro, Clarissa Carmelita Ligon-Mariano, Joel J. Pineda, Dr. Maria Luz Rebecca T. Añonuevo-Cuñada, and Kristine Marie S. Lesaca-Saludez with Dr. Ma. Margarita Acosta, Dr. Lapus, and Dr. Fortez.

Elected President, UNESCO-APNEIVE-Philippines Paz Adriano Little Theater May 4-5, 2012

College of Business, Entrepreneurship and Accountancy Noel R. Buensuceso Winner, Photo of the Week National Geographic United Board Fellows Program Grantee United Board for Christian Higher

Education in Asia SY 2012-2013, August 5, 2012 Dr. Corazon F. Gatchalian Recipient, Clara Ruth Darby Lectureship Award Nutritionist-Dieticians’ Association of the Philippines Manila Hotel February 21, 2013 Dr. Antonio M. Lopez Co-chair Technical Committee for Business, Entrepreneurship and Office Administration SY 2012-2013

Leisure and Tourism faculty Dr. Cora Gatchalian (center) was given the Clara Ruth Darby Lectureship Award, her second from the Nutritionist-Dieticians’ Association of Philippines. She received the Most Outstanding Nutritionist and Dietician award from the same association in 2004.

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report Ma. Concepcion Y. Lupisan Co-chair Technical Committee for Accountancy Education, CHED SY 2012-2013

Prof. Aurora Javate De Dios gets recognition from her alma mater through the 2013 UPAA Distinguished Award in Gender Equality and Women Empowerment given by the University of the Philippines Alumni Association.

Country Representative Chartered Institute of Management Accountants SY 2012-2013

College of Education Clarissa Carmelita Ligon-Mariano Top 10 Faculty with 14 units below based on SELS ADSA, Marian Auditorium Miriam College Winner, Presidential Awards for Teaching Excellence (Junior Category) Marian Auditorium, Miriam College February 6, 2013

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International Association for Volunteer Effort (IAVE) – Philippines July 2012, SSS, Quezon City Elected as Secretary of the National Association of Social Work Education, Inc (NASWEI) – NCR-CL Cluster SY 2012-2013 CSWCD, UP-Diliman Aurora Javate De Dios UPAA Distinguished Award on Gender

Equality and Women Empowerment University of the Philippines Alumni Association UP Bahay ng Alumni June 22, 2013 Christine May D. De Vera Recipient, AUDRN Grant Lang-ay Festival: Musings on Representation, Appropriation and Commodification of Culture Miriam College, SY 2012-2013

Dr. Noel C. Racho Best Paper “Creating Change in an Academic Institution through Performance Management (The Miriam College Experience) The 2nd International Conference on Business and Communication Science (ICBC): An Academic and Professional Forum, Atma Jaya, Jakarta, Indonesia Sept. 19-20, 2013 Maria Lourdes T. Jarabe Elected as a member of the Board of Trustees

Dr. Noel Racho was awarded Best Paper in the Senior Researcher Category at the 2nd International Conference on Business and Communication in Atma Jaya University, Indonesia.

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Miriam Identity, Spirituality and Mission Office (MISMO) MISMO continued its mandate of “nurturing and deepening of Miriam spirituality” under Phase 3 of the Five-year Institutional Spirituality Development Program (2012-2016). The inclusion of an expanded orientation on the Miriam spirituality for new employees was a major accomplishment. During the year, MISMO continued to oversee all the retreats and recollections of Miriam employees spearheaded by the Unit Heads and supported by their respective MISMO Unit representatives. The school year theme focused on the “Spirituality of Mission: Finding Our Sacred Spaces”. The goal remains to be the integration of faith-life development of the members of the community and to achieve high quality learning for all students. Together with the different units, MISMO continued to organize institutional rituals that form a significant part of MC’s community life. The school community traditionally begins the Advent season with a prayer service and the Lighting of the Advent Star, which symbolizes the four Sundays of Advent. This year’s Panunuluyan had the theme, “Muling Hagkan si Hesus”. Every year, members of the community present their gifts to the Child Jesus during the Panunuluyan. These are cash donations for selected outreach programs of the school. This year, gifts to the Child Jesus were dedicated to help with the Maryknoll Sisters’ apostolate. “The Year of Faith

and the Challenges of Spirituality in the Workplace” was the focus of this year’s Lenten activities, which included the Stations of the Cross around the campus, a reflection talk by Fr. Victor Sadaya, CMF, and a Eucharistic Celebration to conclude the half-day Lenten program.

Maryknoll Sisters Centennial Year: Mission into the Future The Maryknoll Sisters’ 100 years (19122012) celebration was concluded this year. In December 2012, the school hosted a symposium titled, “Mission into the Future: A Maryknoll Symposium,” which carried the centennial theme, “Making God’s Love Visible in Asia”. Dr. Patricia Licuanan, alumna, former MC President, and present Chairperson of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), provided the keynote address. In her talk, she highlighted the challenges to Church and mission in the Asian context and reflections on Maryknoll in Asia with special focus on the Philippines. Dr. Licuanan also shared her personal experience of Maryknoll as well as her reflections on the unique gifts of Maryknoll to make God’s love visible in the world. Maryknoll

Sisters, students, employees, alumni, and friends came to this special event which stirred emotions of thanksgiving and appreciation for the Maryknoll Sisters’ impact on communities, the society, and the lives of those who have built special connections with them. Garden of Gratitude and Promise The year-long celebration of the Maryknoll Sisters centennial year culminated on January 9, 2013 in a Eucharistic Celebration and the blessing of the Sisters’ Centennial Garden, the Garden of Gratitude and Promise. Members of the Miriam College community, alumni, family, and friends of the Maryknoll Sisters gathered at the College Chapel for the Holy Mass presided by Fr. James Ferry, MM. It was a solemn celebration with hymns led by the Miriam College High School Glee Club. In appreciation of the Maryknoll Sisters’ deep love and dedication to the institution, a collage of photos showing the Sisters’ early days in the school and enduring ties with Miriam College as well as their varied missions everywhere was presented during the Mass. These images portrayed the Sisters’ constant commitment to making God’s love visible

The launch of the “Garden of Gratitude and Promise” was a meaningful closing activity to the year-long celebration of the Maryknoll Sisters’ Centennial.

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report in diverse realities throughout the years. After the Mass, attendees walked in a procession to the Centennial Garden for the blessing. They were welcomed by Ms. Rose Linda Bautista, Vice President for Development and Resource Management (VPDRM), who delivered an inspiring message that expressed the community’s deep sense of gratitude for the very important role the Maryknoll Sisters played in Miriam College’s history of 86 years, and their abiding presence and guidance until this day. The planning and landscaping of the Garden of Gratitude and Promise, spearheaded by Sister Marisa Lichauco, M.M., is one of the Maryknoll Sisters’ gardens sprouting around the world on the congregation’s 100th year. Enveloped by tropical Heliconias and various flowering plants, the “Serenity Garden” provides a calm and quiet place for reflection as well as relaxation away from the busy pace of the rest of the campus. The Garden stands as a testament to the legacy left behind by the Maryknoll Sisters to the school’s history. The garden is located behind the Maryknoll Sisters Mausoleum which was built in the 1950s to provide a final resting place for the sisters in the Philippines and also for close friends and supporters who have been part of the formation, administration, and educational system of the Maryknoll Mission and of Miriam College. Celebrating with the Motherhouse The Miriam College High School Glee

Club led by Nancy Roman, MCHS Assistant Principal for Student Affairs and conductor of the group, performed at the Main Chapel of the Maryknoll Sisters Center (Motherhouse) in Ossining, New York in July. The 34-member choir serenaded the Maryknoll Sisters on their centennial with a two-hour repertoire of Broadway pieces and ethnic compositions, titled “In Praise of Mission”. The concert ended with a heartfelt rendition of the Miriam School Song. A message to the Sisters from Dr. Lapus was delivered by Dr. Ma. Corazon R. Reyes, Director for Basic Education, during the concert. The group had a unique chance to interact with the Maryknoll Sisters and gave them MC dolls in appreciation. In memoriam: Sr. Leonila “Nila” Bermisa, M.M. The community came together to celebrate the life of Sr. Leonila “Nila” Bermisa, M.M. who passed on to eternal life in February 2013. Sr. Nila is remembered for her work with teachers, abused women, peasants, and human rights victims. She joined the Maryknoll congregation in 1982 and participated in several missions around the country and in Indonesia. Sister Nila taught Theology classes in Miriam College in SY 2010-2011. After a four-day wake at the College Chapel, Sr. Nila was laid to rest at the Maryknoll Sisters Mausoleum.

Alumni Homecoming This year’s grand alumni homecoming highlighted the Maryknoll Sisters 100 th anniversary with the theme,

“G.L.O.W. — Go Light our World” hosted by the Maryknoll College High School class of 1987. Dedicated to the Maryknoll Sisters, a number of Maryknoll nuns, who were former teachers at Maryknoll, fondly remembered by the jubilarians, were present at the event. The invocation for the homecoming program was led by Sister Hellen Graham, M.M. The program featured much anticipated performances by seven jubilarian classes and the annual awarding of Amazing Alumni Achievers. This year’s Triple A awardees were Magdalena Jamias Badua (HS 1951), an educator for 52 years who is recognized for her superior academic and spiritual program in a pre-school she helped establish in Florida; and Elizabeth Dizon Hoban (HS 1967), a registered nurse who is recognized as a nursing leader in the field of community-based health care in Hawaii. Other homecoming activities included an afternoon Mass at the College Chapel sponsored by Maryknoll High School and College 2002 and the traditional Dinner with Golden Jubilarians (MCHS and College 1962) hosted by President Dr. Rosario O. Lapus. Alumni were taken on a campus tour that showcases the main campus’ features including the MC Museum, Gallery of Women’s Art (GAWA) and the new Science Garden, among others. Also during the homecoming, members of Maryknoll College Class of 1968 launched Mollie’s Garden, named after Mother Mary Joseph, Foundress of the

MIRIAM COLLEGE 2012 Annual Report 2013 Maryknoll Sisters. This is a project with the Environmental Studies Institute (ESI) and is envisioned to be a production garden that provides students and Miriam employees experiential learning on food sustainability and climate change adaptation. Next year’s silver jubilarians and host of the homecoming are members of MCHS 1988. On an early start, the class has begun to raise funds in support of the school through a sponsorship of “Camp Rock: The Musical” from Disney films by the Repertory Philippines and a fun run, “United Colors of 1988,” done in collaboration with other alumni classes from four other schools. Family of Maryknoll/Miriam College Family of Authors Around 50 Maryknoll/Miriam College alumnae came together in the summer of 2012 to witness and be part of the launch of the Maryknoll/Miriam College Family of Authors (MMCFA) project. Initiated by Marla Yotoko Chorengel of Maryknoll Class ’63, the project features a special section at the second floor of the college library that will house books and other literature written and authored by Maryknoll/Miriam Alumni. Those who came to the event were authors and distinguished professionals in the fields of literature, journalism, broadcasting, research, fashion, and education. Among them were former Miriam College Board of Trustees Lolita Delgado-Fansler; Yes! Magazine editor and investigative journalist Joanne Maglipon; fashion designer Patis Tesoro;

writers Raquel Villavicencio, Mariel Francisco, Lorna Kalaw-Tirol, and Ma. Rosa Carreon Buck; Annie Katigbak who represented daughter and Palanca awardee Mookie Katigbak; and ABSCBN broadcaster Korina Sanchez Roxas. Many of them came with their published books, magazines, and scripts in tow, easily filling up shelves devoted for the Family of Authors section. Some alumnae even came from as far as Pangasinan and Baguio to be part of this first-of-its-kind project on campus which aimed not only to find a home for the many books and published materials authored by alumni, but which is also envisioned to inspire the current and future generation of students. Also present were Tess Choa, Asuncion David Maramba, Joy Canon Abaquin, Gay Ace Domingo, Miriam

College and International Studies Chair Gigi Francisco, former Research and Publications Management Office Head Jasmine Acuña, and members of the Miriam College President’s Council and administrators. The MMCFA is an ongoing project and Chorengel urged everyone to spread the word to other alumni, saying, “we have barely scratched the surface”. Alumni are encouraged to submit published books, researches, scripts, films, and magazines which will all be a part of a substantial collection that is proudly Maryknoll/ Miriam. Peace Pole in MC Nuvali The Maryknoll College Class of 1965 and World Peace Prayer Foundation planted a Peace Pole on the Miriam College site in Nuvali in December 2012. The project was initiated by Ms. Annabelle Morelos Chan.

Maryknoll/Miriam’s very own esteemed women of letters contributed their books, scripts and articles to the Maryknoll/Miriam College Family of Authors Project led by the tireless Marla Chorengel (standing, second row, 4th from right).

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The Peace Pole is a global symbol of peace of which there are over 100,000 throughout the world, including one in the Miriam College Diliman campus. The pole stands about 8 feet tall and bears the message: “May Peace Prevail on Earth” in four languages: Filipino, English, Spanish and Chinese to represent our heritage.

Partnerships Miriam College continues to foster dynamic partnerships with both local and international academic institutions and organizations. IFCU Rector’s Program This year saw the school’s active participation in the Rector’s Program of the International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU). Among the selected 15 Rectors/ Presidents of Catholic universities worldwide, Dr. Lapus was the sole Philippine delegate at the Program which was held in series. The second block, held on October 28

Dr. Lapus (2nd from right) is shown here with the participants of the IFCU Block 2 Rector’s Program series held in Rome. The group was received by the Congregation for Catholic Education at the Vatican.

– November 3, 2012 in Rome, had the theme, “Leading Catholic Universities in the 21st Century: An Action Oriented Program for Institutional Heads”. Participating countries in this block include Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Brazil, Colombia, Haiti, India, Indonesia, Lebanon, Philippines, Thailand, TimorLeste, Canada, France, and Italy. In 2012, Miriam College was chosen as one of the Catholic institutions worldwide to participate in a survey conducted by the International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU).

The survey is entitled “Youth Cultures in the Catholic Universities: Challenges to Pedagogical Practices.” It aims to “identify the assets and limits of the pedagogical proposals in the various educational structures and understand the students’ expectations with regard to personal and professional training”. Those who participated in the survey included students from AB Communication, BS Psychology and BS Business Administration. Strengthening links Another highlight of the year was the visit of US Ambassador to the Philippines Harry K. Thomas, Jr. in November. Third and fourth year HS students, school leaders, parent officers, and faculty members enjoyed a light but very insightful interaction with the US Ambassador.

US Amb. Harry K. Thomas Jr. gamely answered questions from the students during his visit at MC. Facilitating the dialogue were HS Principal Dr. Edizon Fermin and student Dominique Lucenario.

Under the school’s continuing collaboration with Zurich University is the Assistant Teachership Program which provides engaging on-the-job

MIRIAM COLLEGE 2012 Annual Report 2013 experience to visiting student-teachers. These opportunities are mutually enriching for both the visiting student-teachers and the students. On local grounds, Miriam College remains active in its educational networks. One of the year’s highlights is the formal signing of the Asian University Digital Resource Network (AUDRN) memorandum of agreement by the heads and representatives of all 12 member schools. On its fourth year, the AUDRN aims to be an academic hub in the Philippines that will resonate across Asia.

PARTNERSHIPS Through the assistance and initiative of the Institutional Partnerships and Programs Office (IPPO), the school actively continues to strengthen existing relationships and form new ones. Networks • Association of Christian Universities and Colleges (ACUCA) • Asian University Digital Resource Network (AUDRN) • Association of Southeast and East Asian Colleges and Universities (ASEACU) • Association of Women Presidents/ Chancellors of Private Colleges and Universities (SOPHIA) • Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP)

Vanessa Billeter of Zurich University, shown here teaching Reading to a Grade 2 class, is a visitng teacher at MC under the Assistant Teachership Program organized by the Office of the Director for Basic Education.

• Philippine Accrediting Association of • Dominican University of California, USA Schools Colleges and Universities (PAASCU) • Ehwa Woman’s University, South Korea • Quezon City-Marikina Grade School • Georgian Court University, USA Consortium • Hanshin University, South Korea • Thabyay Educational Network (Thabyay) • Kobe College, Japan • UNESCO-Asia Pacific Network for • Pukyong National University, South Korea International Education and Values Education (APNIEVE) • Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia • United Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia (UB) • Seisen University, Japan • University Mobility in Asia and the Pacific • Shrinakharinwirot University, Thailand (UMAP) • Soegijapranata Catholic University, • Women’s Colleges Coalition (WCC) Indonesia International partner schools • American Hospitality Academy, USA • Atma Jaya Catholic University, Indonesia

• Solbridge International School of Business, South Korea • Thabyay Education Network Universitas Slamet Riyadi, Indonesia

• 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 eLearning Society (PeLS)

The newly-formed partnership with 12 schools is AUDRN’s move towards forming a sustainable community of institutional advocates. With the school heads and representatives are AUDRN Executive Director Dr. Maria Lourdes Quisumbing-Baybay (standing, first from right) and Dr. Betty Cernol-McCann (standing, second from right), vice-president for Programs of the United Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia.

Miriam College will focus on instituting effective and efficient policies, processes and systems, aligned with the needs of the organization, its students, employees and partners. Intensive collaboration between the academic units, advocacy and special centers and offices, and establishing open lines of communication within the institution and with its relevant publics is also a priority.

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ORGANIZATIONAL EFFICIENCY

While new and exciting developments were being undertaken, the school continued to enhance its processes and systems, making sure these remain sound and responsive to the evolving needs of the institution. Risk management has become an area of focus, ensuring that controls and effective work flows are in place for smooth and successful operations.

Office of the Vice President for Development and Resource Management (VPDRM) Institutional risk audit Upon recommendation of the Board of Trustees and through the OVPDRM, an institution-wide risk review was conducted by Reyes Tacandong & Co. to pave the way for the creation of an Institutional Risk Management Program for MC. Results of the review pointed out areas for improvement toward operational efficiency, which were assessed and addressed as needed. Review of office functions The OVPDRM initiated a review of the Planning and Development and External Affairs functions in order to streamline these. An organizational review and analysis was conducted on the structure and functions of these two offices, which will serve as input to the discussions on a planned institutional organization review. Consolidation of policies This year, the OVPDRM began a new

project of developing an administrative manual, which systematically compiles all institutional polices and guidelines.

Planning and Development Office (PDO)

available this year to members of the MC community. This free service is an additional communication channel of information used for announcements on emergency situations, particularly suspension of classes due to inclement weather conditions.

Strategic Planning

Alumni database

Institutional processes for strategic planning and budgeting were rationalized and brought into alignment, enhancing the institution’s entire planning cycle.

The web-based alumni and donor databases were completed, enabling faster updates and records retrieval.

Office manuals Proper documentation of processes and procedures were given particular attention this year with the offices initiating a review of their respective operations manuals.

Information and Communications Technology Office (ICTO) Increased WiFi coverage

Biometrics unit upgrading Seven new Biometrics machines were successfully installed around the campus, providing easier access to employees for more efficient attendance monitoring by the Human Resources Division. Student Database Management System (SDMS) for BEU The SDMS was upgraded in preparation for the additional adjustments needed in view of the K to 12 curriculum and the separation of the Lower School and Middle School units in the next school year.

WiFi coverage accross units increased with the reconfiguration of existing and acquisition of additional access points. The increased bandwidth ensures the connectivity of students, enhancing teaching and learning processes across levels. Free emergency broadcast notification Enhancements in the school’s infomation systems were seen this school year. The ICTO successfully deployed an emergency SMS broadcast notification system made

The new Biometrics machine ensures more accurate monitoring of employees’ attendance.

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We will work to ensure that Miriam College is an exemplar of a Green Lifestyle, while maintaining an environment that is conducive to teaching, learning and research. The strategic management of our resources for sustained operations and growth continues to be a priority. Miriam College is committed to making significant and visible leaps in these areas.

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BUILDING for SUSTAINABILITY

Carefully-planned campus development projects and continuous improvements in financial management have been the focus this year in terms of campus enhancements and financial positioning. Long-term sustainability Some measures are in place as an early preparation for the effects of the full implementation of the K to 12 Program. Task Force 2016, an internal committee, was created to analyze the school’s overall position in the context of present challenges to Philippine education, i.e. reforms from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and ASEAN Integration 2015, apart from the on-going K to 12 program implementation. Four main committees were formed to study the different aspects of the institution and to recommend innovations that will address arising concerns. These committees are: Program, People, Processes and Systems, and Physical Plant and Resources, MC’s 4 Ps. Renewal of PCNC re-certification In December 2012, Miriam College was again granted certification as a “donee institution” by the Philippine Council for NGO Certification (PCNC), which the school will enjoy for another 5 years. This “seal of good housekeeping, represents the institution’s professionalism, accountability, and transparency. By this, the school also enjoys tax incentives which help generate more support from external donor groups. A major accomplishment featured in this

Miriam College administrators led by MC President Dr. Rosario O. Lapus (center) welcomed PCNC accreditors Atty. Emma Jularbal, Team Chair Fely Soledad (2nd and 3rd from left), and Mr. Gene Velunta (4th from left).

year’s PCNC visit is the comprehensive impact study of Miriam College’s advocacy centers, instituting a mechanism for assessing the impact of the centers’ programs and projects on their beneficiaries, participants and the different communities they serve.

Finance Division Sound budgeting and spending The Finance Division continues to regularly monitor the budgets of the different units in accordance with their respective strategic plans while continuing budget analysis is being undertaken to address areas that can be better managed in order to be more cost efficient. Unplanned programs, projects, and activities undergo a very thorough review prior to approval. The close coordination between the Finance Division and the units resulted

in a better understanding of the financial situation of each unit/office, as well as of the institution. The proper financial orientation of units has become a key factor in the budget-preparation process, where the units are challenged to prioritize initiatives with greater impact in view of the school’s goals given limited resources. Budget reports are periodically given to the Board Finance Committee for policy decisions and institutional direction in ensuring MC’s long-term viability. Existing financial policies of the school are also being carefully reviewed in terms of relevance and process.

External Affairs Office Alumni Affairs: Endowment Fund The MC Endowment Fund Drive was concluded this school year with a total of P82.2M, significantly exceeding the

MIRIAM COLLEGE 2012 Annual Report 2013 P75M target set during the institution’s 75th anniversary. This was done through several strategies led by the Board Fundraising Committee chaired by Ms. Edith Alcantara (Maryknoll College 1958) and fellow alumnae fundraising champions committed to the school, including Maryknoll/ Miriam College Alumni Association (MMCAA) Chairperson, Atty. Remedios Montecastro-Lim. The school is grateful to all of them. The Endowment Fund aims to provide additional support for student scholarships and faculty development. Likewise beginning this school year, through the institutional Scholarship Committee led by the Vice President for Academic Affairs, the school will begin to allocate amounts from the Endowment Fund to deserving students and teachers. Implementing guidelines and procedures for the Fund’s use were drawn up and approved by the President’s Council and Board Finance Committee.

Administrative Services Division

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report Dark Green Schools are characterized by clean and neat surroundings that manifest good maintenance and housekeeping, as well as green spaces, appropriate materials and energy, proper segregation of waste, and the use of appropriate and respect for others’ right to smoke-free air. These schools have established management policies and guidelines toward a healthful and ecological campus. DGS schools have a well-planned environmental education across all levels. Faculty and students are made aware of and appreciate the environmental program of the school. Dark Green Schools also expands its mission to the external community, advocating concern for Mother Earth and facilitating projects that help improve the environment. Facilities for the Arts Two new studios were opened this year in support of the school’s Arts programs across units. The Art and Design Studio is an open classroom used by Visual Design students for their Drawing, Life

Drawing and Senior Exhibition classes. The Studio for the Performing Arts located in the Grade School is used by student as well as by Bachelor of Applied Arts major in Theater students for their Dance, Acting, Directing, Movement, and Improvisation classes. Making a splash! Soon to be a new campus feature is a semi-Olympic sized swimming pool, a much-awaited development. For many years, Miriam College has been the recipient of numerous swimming championships across its various units despite the absence of an in-house swimming pool facility. The project is drawing a lot of excitement from members of the MC community and is generating much needed support. Various fundraisers of the school’s different groups have allocated 25% of its income for the pool project, which will contribute to the school’s holistic program particularly through the offering of additional swimming classes at different levels.

Dark Green Campus Since its awarding as a “Dark Green School” (DGS) by the Environmental Education Network of the Philippines (EENP) in 2008, the school has implemented additional sustainable initiatives in maintaining its campus. These include the use of environmentfriendly lighting technology, inverter air conditioning units, and LED bulbs. A total of eight solar lamps are currently installed on the campus.

Soon to rise is a pool inside the campus to provide the school’s varsity swimming team a more accessible practice area.

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MC NUVALI PAVING the WAY for a NEW CAMPUS

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year after the school made a milestone decision to establish a second campus in Nuvali, Calamba, Laguna, members of the MC community gathered at the MC Nuvali site for the new campus’ soft launch. It was a well-attended event highlighted by the contract signing. Held at the Evoliving Center, it was witnessed by members of the MC Board of Trustees led by its chairperson Ms. Josefina Tan, MC administrators, alumni, employees, members of the press and officials from NUVALI and Ayala Land, Inc. led by its chairman, Fernando Zobel de Ayala. The signing was followed by the capsule laying at the MC NUVALI site where some 400 MC employees were

already gathered. Representatives from the Maryknoll Sisters, MC administrators, Advocacy Centers and each academic unit read their respective dedications for the new site. A dramatic releasing of doves symbolized the start of a new chapter in MC’s history. This year, too, known “green” architect, Arch. Daniel Lichauco of Archion, joined Miriam College in this project. First to rise on the 15-hectare campus will be the Middle School building, which will house all classrooms for the first 5 to 7 years. The building will feature environmental architecture elements, following Archion’s philosophy that “a good design is functional, aesthetically pleasing,

“Miriam College has been blessed with roots and wings,” said Josefina N. Tan, chairman of the Board of Trustees, during her welcome speech at the launch. “With our roots firmly planted in Quezon City, we now take wing and call on you to join us as we take off for Nuvali. “

and innovative while keeping within the set financial limit.” On its first year of operation, MC Nuvali will offer Pre-school (First Step, Nursery, Kindergarten), Lower School, and Middle School levels in a K to 12-ready curriculum. Miriam College Nuvali will be open to boys and girls.

On new grounds: Maryknoll Sisters, MC Board of Trustees members and administrators and Ayala Land Inc. (ALI) executives were all present during the groundbreaking rites at the MC Nuvali site. The groundbreaking coincided with the institution’s 85th year which aptly carried the theme “Expanding horizons, creating impact.” The right fit: In his speech during the groundbreaking event, ALI Chair Fernando Zobel de Ayala emphasized the need to partner with an educational institution that shares NUVALI’s vision. “The values and vision of the institution fit squarely with what NUVALI stands for,” he said.

ALI Chair Fernando Zobel de Ayala meets the Maryknoll Sisters based in the Philippines who came to support the launch.

Students, employees , administrators and the Maryknoll Sisters read their heartfelt dedication for the new campus which was placed in a time capsule and later buried in the ground.

Mayor Joaquin “Jun” Chipeco, Calamba City Mayor, receives a token of appreciation from Dr. Lapus. The Calamba local government has consistently shown its support for the new campus.

Fernando Zobel de Ayala shares a light moment with MC employees, gamely posing with them under the afternoon sun.

The award-winning MCHS Glee Club matched the meaningful event with their world-class performance at Evoliving where the contact signing with ALI was held.

Signed and sealed: Miriam College President Dr. Rosario O. Lapus (3rd from left) shakes hand with ALI Strategic Landbank Management Group head Mean Dy after the contract signing between the new partners. Looking on are (from left) John Estacio, Ayala Land project manager; Aniceto V. Bisnar, Jr., general manager of Vesta Property Holdings, Inc., a subsidiary of Ayala Land, Inc. and Rose Linda O. Bautista, MC vice president for Development and Resource Management.

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INSTITUTIONAL HIGHLIGHTS 2012-2013 ENROLLMENT FIGURES PER UNIT From SY 2008-2009 to SY 2012-2013

3,500

2,000

2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011 2011-2012 2012-2013

CSC

MAE** 715 797 735 736 711

1,000

High School 1,856 1,937 1,993 1,969 1,924

2,500

2,837 2,922 3,005 3,125 3,131

2,790 2,673 2,581 2,493 2,426

Grade School

3,000

1,500

HEU*

715 683 661 606 619

NUMBER OF ENROLLEES

MARIA KATIPUNERA

MC- SAID 91 78 76 72 62

500

Total Enrollment from SY 2008-2009 to SY 2012-2013

NUMBER OF STUDENTS

0 9150

9090

9100 9050 9000 8950

NOTE: 9051

9001 9004

Miriam Adult Education (MAE) students are ** All subsidized by the institution and therefore are

8900

considered scholars.

8850

8873

8800 8750

College includes the undergraduate and graduate levels of all four colleges (CAS, CBEA, CEd and CIHDS).

2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12

SCHOOL YEAR

2012-13

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CHAIRS, GRANTS and SPECIAL FUNDS 2012-2013 CHAIRS, GRANTS AND SPECIAL FUNDS SY 2012-2013

Professorial Chairs

Administrative Chairs Endowed Scholarships

FUNDS The Felicisima Dimalanta-Bermudez Professorial Chair for Faculty in Environmental Studies The Educational Innovation and Development Grant The Fr. Joseph Galdon Professorial Chair for Faculty Development The Olga Grageda Memorial Fund for Faculty Development The Sister Miriam Thomas Professorial Chair in Values Education

DONORS Teresita Bermudez-Choa

The Mother Mary Joseph Administrative Chair

Maryknoll/Miriam College Alumni Association

The Mr. and Mrs. Gonzalo T. Abaya Scholarship in Social Work The Teresita Bermudez-Choa Scholarship in Environmental Planning and Management The Mary Lou Corominas-Hilado Scholarship Fund for Miriam Adult Education Students The Drs. Fortunato and Josefina Jayme Fund for Service Learning Research The Ditas R. Lichauco Chair for Scholarships in Communication Arts and Environmental Planning and Management The Marcial and Jessie Lichauco Scholarship Fund for High School Students The Maryknoll College Class 1965 Scholarship Fund The Maryknoll College Class 1968 Scholarship Fund The Maryknoll College High School Class 1968 Scholarship Fund The Maryknoll College High School Class 1977 Scholarship Fund The Maryknoll College High School Class 1979 Scholarship Fund

Carmen Abaya-Carlos

Patricia B. Licuanan, Ph.D. Maryknoll College Class of 1968 The Miriam College and External Community The Miriam College Community

Choa Brothers Mariposa Foundation, Inc. through Patricia C. Hilado Drs. Stuart and Josefina Jayme Card Lichauco Family and Cornelia Lichauco-Fung Cornelia Lichauco-Fung Maryknoll College Class 1965 Maryknoll College Class 1968 Maryknoll College High School Class 1968 Maryknoll College High School Class 1977 Maryknoll College High School Class 1979

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The Maryknoll College High School Class 1980 Scholarship Fund The Maryknoll College High School Class 1981 Scholarship Fund The Maryknoll College High School Class 1984 Scholarship Fund The Miriam College High School Class of 2006 Magnificat Scholarship Fund Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) Foundation Scholarship Fund Francisco and Maria Reyes Scholarship Fund Max's Makati, Inc. Scholarship Fund TubbyRose Fernandez Scholarship Fund

Special Funds Institutional Scholarship Funds

The Fr. Miguel Varela, S.J. Development Fund Grade School High School Southeast Asian Institute for the Deaf (SAID)

Miriam Adult Education Scholarship, Livelihood and Training Funds

Maryknoll College High School Class 1980 Maryknoll College High School Class 1981 Maryknoll College High School Class 1984 Miriam College High School Class of 2006 Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) Foundation Susan E. Reyes Max's Makati, Inc. through Erlinda T. Fuentebella Friends of TubbyRose Fernandez through Anita Figueras-Stricoff Mariposa Foundation, Inc. and PHINMA Group

Miriam College Grade School Student Council SY 2012-2013 through Ella Neila Ingrid Que, President Miriam College High School Student Council SY 2012-2013 through Bianca Bantolo, President Asian Development Bank Staff - Community Fund through Susan Onday Catholic Women's Club through Mimi Valerio, President Comida China De Manila, Inc. through Regina Torres Community Chest Foundation through Atty. Pablo Ronquillo, Chairman Filipino Women's Association - UK through Velly Cattermole, Chairwoman Mona Liza Lee-Serrano Ramon Santos Miriam Adult Education-Dalaygon SY 2012-2013 through Reymily Rose Sta. Ana, Moderator and MAE Guidance Counselor Miriam College Association of Retired Employee (MCARE) Services, Inc. through Walfredo Belen, President Miriam College Child Study Center Faculty Club SY 2012-2013 through Joanne Trina Moreno-Javier, President

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Miriam Adult Education Scholarship, Livelihood and Training Funds Higher Education Unit (HEU)

Faculty and Staff Development Funds

Grade School

High School Asian University Digital Resource Network (AUDRN), Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs (OVPAA)

Miriam College Class of 2013 through Rosario Arriola, Moderator Miriam College Grade School Community through Gail Frances Reyes-Galang, Ph.D., Principal One Meralco Foundation, Inc. through Jeffrey O. Tarayao, President and Chief Corporate Social Responsibility Officer of Meralco Christine Pe単aranda-Concio Asian Development Bank-Staff Community Fund Scholarship through Claire CL Wee, ADB-Staff Community Fund and Chris Grewe US Director's Advisor Focal Person of the Scholarship Program for Miriam College Assisi Development Foundation through Benjamine Abadiano, President The College Family Council of Miriam College SY 2012-2013 through Mariquit Rivera, President Environmental Studies Institute Scholarship Fund through Donna Reyes, Ph.D., Director Family of Justo Herrera Scholarship through Ma. Luisa Herrera-Yenko Megaworld Foundation Scholarship through Francis Canuto, President MENZI Program for Research and Training through Onofre Grino Jr., Chairman Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) through Margarita P. Juico, Chairman Olivia San Antonio Miriam College Grade School Parent-Teacher Council SY 2012-2013 through Tracy R. Ignacio, President Phoenix Publishing House through Auring Decpano, Sr. Sales Executive Miriam College High School Student Council SY 2012-2013 through Bianca Bantolo, President United Board through Glen Shive, Ph.D., Vice President for Programs

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Grade School

High School

Miriam College Grade School Parent-Teacher Council SY 2012-2013 through Tracy R. Ignacio, President Miriam College Grade School Student Council SY 2012-2013 through Ella Neila Ingrid Que, President Eulogio Agatep Isidra Albino Vivian Barranda Criselda Bautista John Andrew Michael Bengzon Carmen Carlos Lida Fujinami Leonor Garmsen Carolina Geron Francis Wade Gomez IV Bonifacio Ilagan Marilie Ilagan Segre Mario Iyog Virginia Jallorina Minerva Kalaw Tiffany Toney Magpoc Josephine Oleta Mary Bess Operario Corazon Peña Mary Rose Peña Joselito Ruaya  Policarpio Santos Jonas Julius Lucas Sarmiento Maria Lourdes Senn Rey Evaristo Vargas Mia Ventura Stephanie Villacencio Ethel Villanoy Haide Zaide AAV Builders Corporation through Arlyn Magpoc Maynilad Tours and Educational Services, Inc. through Nika Virtucio, Sales Manager

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Physical Plant Projects Physical Plant Projects

High School High School

Higher Education Unit (HEU) Higher Education UnitPA (HEU) Chapel System Marian Chapel Auditorium PA System Maintenance of the Marian Auditorium Mini-Forest Maintenance of the Mini-Forest Science Garden Science Garden Swimming Pool Project Swimming Pool Project

Maintenance of the SAID Speech Laboratory Maintenance of the SAID Speech Laboratory

Miriam College High School Fourth Year Sub-Council SY 2011-2012 through Elaine M. Morales, President, FCEB SY High 2013-2014 Miriam College School Fourth Year Sub-Council Miriam College High School Student SY 2012-2013 SY 2011-2012 through Elaine Council M. Morales, President, through Bianca Bantolo, President FCEB SY 2013-2014 Philippine Amusement and Gaming (PAGCOR) Miriam College High School StudentCorporation Council SY 2012-2013 through Maria Teresa Cruz, Vice President, Finance Bianca Bantolo, President and Treasury Department Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) Sterling through Bank of Maria Asia through A. Zaide Teresa Haide Cruz, Vice President, Finance Treasury Department Villaruz,and Villaruz and Company Sterling through Bank of Noemi Asia through Haide A. Zaide Villaruz, Managing Partner Villaruz, Villaruz and Company throughGrade NoemiSchool Villaruz, Managing Partner Miriam College Parent-Teacher Council SY 2012-2013 through Tracy R. Ignacio, President Miriam College Grade School Student Council Council SY 2012-2013 Parent-Teacher through Ella Neila Ingrid Que,R.President SY 2012-2013 through Tracy Ignacio, President Miriam College Grade School Student Council SY 2012-2013 through Ella Neila Ingrid Que, President Miriam College High 2012-2013 GradeSchool SchoolStudent StudentCouncil CouncilSYSY 2012-2013 through Bianca Bantolo, President Ella Neila Ingrid Que, President Miriam College Grade SchoolStudent Parent-Teacher Council High School Council SY 2012-2013 SY 2012-2013 Tracy R. Ignacio, President through Biancathrough Bantolo, President Miriam College High Council SY 2012-2013 GradeSchool SchoolStudent Parent-Teacher Council through Biancathrough Bantolo, President SY 2012-2013 Tracy R. Ignacio, President The College Family MiriamCouncil CollegeSY SY2012-2013 2011-2012 Miriam College HighCouncil SchoolofStudent through Fredeswina T. Javier, President Bianca Bantolo, President Miriam College Class of 2013 The College Family Council of Miriam College SY 2011-2012 through Fredeswina Samantha Asuncion, T. Javier, President Miriam College Grade Class ofSchool 2013 Student Council SY 2012-2013 through Ella Neila Ingrid Que, President Samantha Asuncion, Miriam College High School Student Grade School StudentCouncil CouncilSYSY2012-2013 2012-2013 through Bianca Bantolo, President Ella Neila Ingrid Que, President Sanggunian ng mga ng Miriam SY SY 2012-2013 Miriam College HighMag-aaral School Student Council 2012-2013 through Rocell David, President BiancaClaire Bantolo, President Alex and Angela Olivarez Sanggunian ng mga Mag-aaral ng Miriam SY 2012-2013 through Rocell Claire David, President Alex and Angela Olivarez

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Conciliation Resources through Kristian Herbolzheimer, Director of Philippines and Colombia Project Control Arms Small Grant Program through Alison Pytlak, Campaign Manager, Control Arms Coalition Luis V.Z. Sison Foundation through Asuncion Sison Miriam College Grade School Student Council SY 2011-2012 through Isabella Noelle Aleta, President Royal Norwegian Embassy through Knut Solem, Ambassador and Knut Are Sprauten Okstad SGIDU Program, Australian Embassy through Jonathan Gilbert, Coordinator Environmental Josefina J. Card, Ph.D. through Nida D. Rivera, Studies Institute (ESI) Philippine Developmental Foundation Elvira D. Paderes Albert - Araneta Enterprises, Inc. (Shoppersville Supermarket) through Carmen Afable, HR Manager Grand Union Supermarket, Inc. through Clarissa Gonzalez, Purchasing Manager Immaculate Conception Academy through Erlinda C. Maligaso, Community Service and Development Program Head JRS Business Corporation through Antonio Claparols, President Maryknoll College Class 1968 through Ma. Cristina Lim-Yuson, Ph.D., Class Representative Only One Life/Japan Society of Humanistic Anthropology Association through Rizalino David, Member Quezon City Government through Hon. Herbert Bautista, Mayor United Board through Dr. Betty Cernol-McCann Institutional Ellen Aslanian and Friends Network for Social Christina Barroga Action (INSA) Maria Lourdes Q. Baybay, Ph.D. Ronaldo A. Motilla, Ph.D. Faith and Marco C. Runas Jacob Santiago Sylvie Brigot Vilain Buenaseda Amador Foundation The College Family Council of Miriam College SY 2012-2013 through Mariquit Rivera, President Kindermissionswerk through Msgr. Dr. Klaus Kramer, President Link Center for the Deaf through Carolyn C. Ui Center for Peace Education (CPE)

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Institutional Network for Social Action (INSA)

Women and Gender Institute (WAGI)

Growth, Upgrading and Resource Office (GURO)

Maryknoll/Miriam College Alumni Association (MMCAA) through Grace F. Favila, President Miriam College Faculty Association SY 2012-2013 through Victoria N. Apuan, Ph.D., Chairperson, Social Science Miriam College Grade School Parent-Teacher Council SY 2012-2013 through Tracy R. Ignacio, President Miriam College High School Administrative Support Group SY 2012-2013 through Imelda BeroĂąa, President Miriam Identity, Spirituality and Mission Office (MISMO) through Evelyn Nera, Head Miriam College Union of Non-Academic Personnel (UNAP) through Eric Buado, President Partnership of Philippine Support Service Agencies, Inc. through Benedict O. Balderrama, National Coordinator Quezon City Government through Hon. Herbert Bautista, Mayor and Teresa Mariano, SSDD Department Head III Development Alternatives with Women for a New Era â&#x20AC;&#x201C; International through Josefa Francisco, Global Coordinator Paz Y Desarrollo (Spanish NGO) and Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID) through Noelia Monge and Antonio Gonzales, Country Representatives Plan International Philippines through Cecile Cornejo, Research Specialist and Lydia Domingo, Gender Specialist United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) through Deepa Bharati, Programme Manager of UN Women East and Southeast Asia Sub-Regional Office United States Agency for for International Development (USAID) through Fatima Verzosa, Agreement Officer Representative Ezobel Foundation through Liz Zobel, Deputy Director for Operations

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report Campaign for the Endowment Fund for Scholarships and Faculty Development Fund

General Endowment Fund

Ma. Lourdes Araneta-Senn Ma. Consuelo Araneta-Velhagen Rose Marie Balmaceda-Lazaro Rosemarie Consunji Mary Lou Corominas-Hilado Jose and Ma. Cristina Cu-Unjieng-Lopez Evelyn M. Eugenio Ma. Theresa Geronimo-Syjuco Milagros Laurel-Trinidad Cristina Lozano Ma. Therese Jalandoni-Macapagal Jo-Ann Maglipon-Marcelo Atty. Remedios Montecastro-Lim Maria Paz Moreno-Vicente Teresita Narciso-Ledesma Imelda Perez-Lopez Corazon Pineda-Balingit Perla Reyes-Sa単ez Presentacion Monzon-Ramos Annabella Santos-Wisniewski Remedios Zamora-Moreno China Bank Insurance Brokers, Inc. Through Gerard E. Reonisto, President Luis V.Z. Sison Scholarship Foundation through Asuncion O. Sison Maryknoll College Class 1962 through Ma. Therese Jalandoni-Macapagal, Ed.D. Maryknoll College High School Class 1957 through Remedios Marcaida-Borromeo and Ma. Consuelo Araneta-Velhagen Miriam College Grade School Parent-Teacher Council SY 2012-2013 through Tracy R. Ignacio, President Miriam College Grade School Student Council SY 2012-2013 through Maria Paz Montalvo and Aaron Jayson Garchitorena, Moderators Pharmasia Cuvest, Inc. through Guillermo and Maria Cecilia Cu-Unjieing Planters Bank through Jesus and Margarita Ansaldo-Tambunting

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Grade School

Higher Education Unit (HEU)

Miriam Adult Education Scholarship, Livelihood and Training Funds Gallery of Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Art (GAWA) Human Resources Division (HRD) Environmental Studies Institute (ESI)

Institutional Network for Social Action (INSA)

Miriam College Grade School Parent-Teacher Council SY 2012-2013 through Tracy R. Ignacio, President Miriam College Grade School Student Council SY 2012-2013 through Ella Neila Ingrid Que, President The College Family Council of Miriam College SY 2012-2013 through Mariquit Rivera, President Manila Ocean Park through Sue Hose, Corporate Sales Pony through Jaysiebel Isidro, Sales Staff Rosario Reyes, Managing Director and Creative Director, Toni and Guy Essensuals Manila Bagong Henerasyon Foundation, Inc. through Evelyn Paulino Maryknoll College Class of 1987 through Elaine Urbano, Class Representative Margarita C. Lim Marie Zelie S. Tan Sylvia S. Veloso Prudential Guarantee and Assurance, Inc. (China Bank) through Romeo Naval, Manager Miriam College Commission on Elections SY 2012-2013 through Aya Sun de Leon, Chairperson and Jose Maribay, Moderator United Board through Dr. Betty Carnol-McCann Kilusan ng Miriam sa Kalamidad (KMK) through Maria Lourdes Turalde-Jarabe, INSA Director Sharon Ambas Alexandra and Trina Atienza Anneth and Anne Calzada Loreta N. Castro, Ph.D. Maria Lourdes Chavez Leonette Espina Jenna Galapia Louiesie Joy Guevarra Ignacio Family Abby Kaguiat Abby Kaguiat Mari Josefina Lagonera Ann Malabanan Marina Marco NuĂąez

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report Services and Donations in Kind (continued)

Institutional Network for Social Action (INSA)

Julia Ysobel Pineda Amanda and Isabel Roque Lourdes K. Samson, Ph.D. Torres and Eserjose Family Children's Hour through Celeste Katigbak Miriam College Child Study Center Community through Trixie Marie J. Sison, Principal Miriam College Grade School Community through Gail Reyes-Galang, Ph.D., Principal Miriam College Grade School Parent-Teacher Counci SY 2012-2013 through Tracy R. Ignacio, President Miriam College Grade School Student Council SY 2012-2013 through Ella Neila Ingrid Que, President Miriam College High School Community through Edizon A. Fermin, Ph.D., Principal Miriam College High School Library through Marion Jude M. Gorospe, Supervisor Miriam College High School Pink Batch SY 2013-2014 through Kyra Buenviaje, President Miriam College Psychology Guild SY 2012-2013 through Rocette Fae Villanueva, President Miriam College Sophomore Council 2012-2013 through Janine Sepulveda, President Miriam College Southeast Asian Institute for the Deaf Community through Carol C. Ui, Principal Miriam College Union of Non-Academic Personnel (UNAP) through Eric P. Buado, President Miriam College Planning Development Office through Antonio M. Lopez, DBA, Manager Miriam College Varsity Volleyball Team SY 2012-2013 through Karla Mae Manlutac, Team Captain

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PUBLICATIONS, PAPERS and RESEARCHES 2012-2013 Acosta, M. (2012, July 11-14). Emerging concepts of the family in media: Perspectives from typical and atypical Filipino families. 21st Asian Media Information and Communication Centre (AMIC) Conference and 40th Anniversary Celebration, Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. ______ (2012, October19-20). Media and Information Literacy (MIL) in communication education. Workshop on Adapting UNESCO’s Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Curriculum in Communication and Teacher Education, Miriam College, Quezon City. Alagaran II, J.R. (2012, July 11-14). Media and information literacy as a key: Developing an outcome based curriculum for Bachelor of Arts in Communication programme. 21st Asian Media Information and Communication Centre (AMIC) Conference and 40th Anniversary Celebration, Shah Alam, Selangor Malaysia. ______ (2012, October19-20). Languages in media and information. Workshop on Adapting UNESCO’s Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Curriculum in Communication and Teacher Education, Miriam College, Quezon City. ______ (2012, October19-20). Media and Information Literacy (MIL) as learning outcomes. Workshop on Adapting UNESCO’s Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Curriculum in Communication and Teacher Education, Miriam College, Quezon City. ______ (2012 October). Integrating MIL in open and distance eLearning in the Philippines: Some policy and action agenda. LEAPS Miriam College Faculty Research Journal, 36, pp.63-72. ______ (2012 December 12). Media and Information Literacy as learning outcomes. Round Table Discussion on Adapting UNESCO’s Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Curriculum in Communication and Teacher Education, Philippine Normal University, Manila. ______ (2013). Media and information literacy in the Philippines. In U. Carlsson & S.H. Culver (Eds.), Media and Information Literacy and Intercultural Dialogue (MILID Yearbook 2013), (pp. 268-271). Göteborg: The International Clearinghouse on Children, Youth and Media. Alminar-Mutya, R.F. (2012). Business organization and management: Functions and principles. Manila, Philippines: National Book Store. ______ (2012). Elements of marketing. Manila, Philippines: National Book Store. ______,Duque, A. Z., Tang, A.R. (January 2013). A tracer study: Business Administration graduates of Miriam College 2006 to 2010 (Unpublished research). Miriam College, Quezon City. ______ (2013). Introduction to Philippine money, credit and banking. Manila, Philippines: National Book Store.

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report Añonuevo, R. (2012). Isa lang ang pangalan. Quezon City: UST Publishing House. ______ (2012). Mga makatang Tomasino sa iba’t ibang panahon. In M.E.G., Parco-de Castro, et al (Eds.). An International Conference on the Heritage & History of the University of Santo Tomas 1611 – 2011. Manila: University of Santo Tomas Publishing House. ______ (2012). Santo Niño sa Tondo. TOMAS. Manila: UST Creative Writing Center. Apuan, V. N. (2012). The Children are Safer Now – ZOTO’s Work on Community-Based Child Participation and Protection System. Save the Children – Sweden Arceo, T. (2013). Gintong biyaya. Quezon City: FNB Educational Inc. ______ (2013). Gintong biyaya 7. Quezon City: FNB Educational Inc. ______ (2013). Growing in character. Quezon City: Brilliant Creations Publishing, Inc. Bacero, M.R.Y., Fernandez, L.E., & Rocena, L.A.M. (2013, March). Maximizing the tablet learning experience: A study of first year MCHS mathematics teachers’ awareness and readiness in using tablet-based pedagogy. (Unpublished research). Miriam College, Quezon City. Banlaoi, R.C. (2012). Al-Harakatul Al Islamiyyah: Essays on the Abu Sayyaf group, 3rd edition. Quezon City: Philippine Institute for Peace, Violence and Terrorism Research. ______ (2012). Bangsamoroism and the nexus of identity politics and violent extremism in the southern Philippines. Cotabato City: Institute for Autonomy and Governance. ______ (2012). Philippines-China security relations: Current issues and emerging concerns. Manila: Yuchengco Center. ______ (2012). Philippine naval modernization: Current state and continuing challenges. Quezon City: Philippine Institute for Peace, Violence and Terrorism Research. ______ (2013). Philippine naval modernization: Nature, causes in consequences. In G. Till & J. Chan (Eds.), Naval Modernization in Southeast Asia. London and New York: Routledge. Baybay, M.L.Q. & Dingcong, S.L. (2012, May 4-5). Valuing local knowledge: The AUDRN experience. UNESCO-Asia Pacific Network for International Education and Values Education-Philippines’ 11th National Convention “Teaching and Learning Values in a Globalized World”, Miriam College, Diliman, Quezon City. ______ & Evangelista, G.B. (2012, May). Social networking site use and behavior, self-esteem, and online behavior of Miriam College undergraduate students (Unpublished research). Miriam College, Quezon City. ______ (2012, June 19-21). International networking for local knowledge and values education: The AUDRN and UNESCOAPNIEVE experiences. International Seminar and Exhibition: Enhancing Internationalization of Higher Education in Indonesia, Universitas Sam Ratulangi, Manado, North Sulawesi, Indonesia.

COLLEGE 2012 84 MIRIAM Annual Report 2013 Belardo, F.C., & Dela Santa, A.D. (2013, March). Creative and innovative teachers’ use of tablets. (Unpublished research). Miriam College, Quezon City. ______, & Matias, C.J.O. (2013, March). Teaching mathematics with tablets: A preliminary study. (Unpublished E-learning Tool Project research). Miriam College, Quezon City. Berbano, A.F., Matutino, A.D.J., Timbang, F.L. (2012). Miriam College admission examination results in English and Math major MCQPA as predictors of performance in the Certified Public Accountant Licensure Examination (Unpublished research). Miriam College, Quezon City. Boquiren, E. L., Mendoza, L. Y., Mercado, J. (2012). Research-Based Marketing Plan for MC-HEU (Unpublished research). Miriam College, Quezon City. Camiling, M.K.S. (2012, October 25). Health 1: Learning guide modules and teaching guide. Pasig City: Department of Education. Casimiro, G.J. & Ballester, R. D. (2013, February 7-8). Determinants of self-employment choice in the Philippines: A household level analysis. Philippine Population Association Scientific Conference, Cebu City. Castro, L.N. (2012, April 12). Building schools of and for peace. PCPGE Congress. Assumption School, Antipolo City. ______ (2012, July 18). Interreligious understanding and peacebuilding in the Philippines. Conference on Interreligious Understanding and Peacebuilding, Duta Wacana University, Yogyakarta, Indonesia. ______ (2012, November 10). Peace Education in a conflict-affected society: A Philippine perspective. Conference of the Korean Society for International Understanding, Seoul, Korea. ______ (2012, December 5). A twinning project between Muslim and Christian youth: An assessment. Peace Practitioners’ Conference, Siem Reap, Cambodia. ______(2013, March 14). Education toward respecting diversity and challenging prejudice. ASEAN Forum, ASEAN Foundation, Jakarta, Indonesia. Chua, M. (2012, March 18-20). Philippine Independent cinema as a cinema of diversity – A thematic analysis of selected 2009 Cinemalaya Independent films and Philippine Mainstream films. Asian Cinema Studies Society Conference, The University of Hong Kong. Collado, R.C. (2013, December). The Questions for assessment (QfA) scheme as a pedagogical tool in a physics class. (Unpublished master’s thesis). De La Salle University, Manila. Dagmang, K.D.S. & Tiu, R.U. (2012 October). The role of values in academic achievement among female college students. LEAPS Miriam College Faculty Research Journal, 36, pp.1-20. De Dios, A.J. (2012). Human trafficking and human security in Southeast Asia: Key issues and critical challenges. In C. Hernandez (Ed.), Mainstreaming human security in ASEAN integration volume 1: Regional public goods and human security (pp 204-237). Manila: Institute for Strategic and Development Studies.

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report ______ (Ed.) (September 2012). National situationer on girl children in the Philippines. Plan International. ______ (2013 June 27-28). Towards gender responsive and inclusive development: The Philippine experience. The 1st KoreaASEAN International Conference on Gender and Development, International Conference Hall, Korean Women’s Development Institute, Seoul, Korea. ______ (2013, July 3). Trafficking in women and girls in Southeast Asia: Causes, consequences, and interventions. International Symposium on the Prevention of Sex Trafficking, International Conference Hall of Seoul Women’s Plaza, Seoul, Korea. ______, Dungo, N. G., Reyes, M.M. (2013). Patterns, trends and challenges of labour migration in the Philippines: focus on families and children left behind. In Valuing the social cost of migration: An exploratory study (pp 72-126). Bangkok: UN Women. De Guzman, A. B., Tang, A. R. (2012). The essence of instructional and psychological support systems based on the lived experiences of a select group of Filipino professoriate (Unpublished research). Manila, Philippines. De Guzman. S.S.D. & Trajeco, J.T. (2013, February). A case study on the impact of a tablet-based learning environment on the learning and study habits of first year students. (Unpublished research). Miriam College, Quezon City. De Jesus, A. F. & De Jesus, R.H. (2013). Social attitudes and policies toward substance consumption in the Philippines: Historical perspective. In A. De Jesus & M. Calimag (Eds.), Philippine Policies on Illicit Drugs: History, Content, Process and Outcome. Manila: International Federation of Catholic Universities Center for Coordination of Research and the University of Santo Tomas Research Center on Culture, Education and Social Issues. De Leon, C.S. (2012 October). Metaphor as a reflective tool in teacher education. LEAPS Miriam College Faculty Research Journal, 36, pp.21-30. Del Rosario, N. (2012, March 6-7). The Hegelian beginnings of Marx’s Philosophical Anthropology. PUP Marx Fest 2012, Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Sta. Mesa, Manila. ______(2012, March 28-29). Retention in Husserl’s phenomenology of inner time consciousness. Turing 2012: The Life and Works of Alan Turing. De La Salle University, Manila. De Vela, T.C. (2012, Oct. 4-5). Exploring the governance and human rights agenda: Dimensions & dynamics of public sector reform. PSPA 2012 International Conference on Governance, Cebu Normal University, Cebu City. ______(2012, Nov. 26-30). Gender, judicial, and legislative frameworks on trafficking: Australia and the Philippines. 5th World Social Forum on Migration, Miriam College, Quezon City. ______, Trice, J.N. & Ofreneo, M.P. (2012). Positioning in global feminist critical collaboration: Self-reflexive talk among Manila-based feminists. In N. Katjasungkana & S. Wieringa (Eds.), The Future of Asian Feminisms: Confronting Fundamentalisms, Conflicts and Neo-Liberalism. United Kingdom: Cambridge Scholars Publishing.

MIRIAM COLLEGE 2012 Annual Report 2013 ______, Inzon, C.M., Ofreneo, M.A (Eds.) (2013). Meaning-making in Mindanao: Everyday violence, ordinary people, finding peace. Jolo: Notre Dame of Jolo College. Era, J.Q. (2013, March). Flying solo. Working Mom, p.84. Evangelista, F.J. (2012, March). Assessing students’ critical thinking skills. LEAPS Miriam College Faculty Research Journal, 35, pp.20-31. Evangelista, G. (2013, February). Evaluation of Visual Arts and Poetry as therapeutic interventions with abused adolescents. Arts in Psychotherapy Journal, 40(1), pp.71-84. Fermin, E.A. (2012, May 4). Transition actions and strategies for the K to 12 program. Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP)-Fund for Assistance to Private Education (FAPE) Summit on K to 12, Naga Regent Hotel, Naga City. ______ (2012, May 18). The role of the information specialist in the K to 12 curriculum. Summer Forum of the Philippine Association of School Librarians, Inc. (PASLI), Miriam College, Quezon City. ______ (2012, May 23). Transition actions and strategies for the K to 12 program. Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP)-Fund for Assistance to Private Education (FAPE) Summit on K to 12, The Grand Menseng Hotel, Davao City. ______ (2012, August 18). Leading and managing change in the K to 12 reform context. Bicol Association of Catholic Schools Seminar-Workshop on K to 12, Divine Word College, Legazpi City. ______ (2012, September 27-29). The languages and multiliteracies framework of the K to 12 reform agenda. 4th National Tri-level Conference of Teachers and Educators on 21st Century Skills, Century Park Hotel, Manila. ______ (2012, October19-20). Media and Information Literacy at MCHS: Meanings, Intentions and Links (MIL) in focus. Workshop on Adapting UNESCO’s Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Curriculum in Communication and Teacher Education, Miriam College, Quezon City. ______ (2012). Mga varayti at varyasyong antropolohikal: Pagsilip sa mga hibla’t habi ng wika, kultura, at lipunan. In J.M. Peregrino, et.al. (Eds.), Salindaw: Varayti at baryasyon ng Filipino (p.142). Quezon City: UP Sentro ng Wikang Filipino. ______ & Suarez, C.A. (2012). Speak, read, and write: Fun with English. Quezon City: C&E Publishing Inc. ______ (2013, April 12). Requiring inquiring: Towards a research-oriented management of the K to 12 reform agenda. University of the Philippines Rural High School Seminar on K to 12, University of the Philippines, Cebu City. Franco, J.E. , & Reyes, M.M. (2012). Baseline study on women in politics: Focus on three municipalities in Agusan del Norte and Butuan City. Quezon City: WAGI-PyD AECID.

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report Francisco, J.S. (2012, June). A south feminist lens on the population, development and environment dynamic. In H. Melber (Ed.), No Future Without Justice: Report of the Civil Society Reflection Group on Global Development Perspectives. Development Dialogue, 59, p.39. ______ (2012, November). Organization profile: Development alternatives with women for a new era. Gender and Development Journal, 20, pp.608-611. Gadja, M. (2012, July 11-14). An Exploration of Different Frameworks in Teaching Media Literacy in Selected High Schools. 21st Asian Media Information and Communication Centre (AMIC) Conference and 40th Anniversary Celebration, Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. Garcia, L. (2012, July 11-14). Global Media Monitoring Project (GMMP) AMIC-ABU plenary session gender mainstreaming in Asian media: Flourishing or floundering? 21st Asian Media Information and Communication Centre (AMIC) Conference and 40th Anniversary Celebration, Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. ______ (2012, October19-20). Media and Information Literacy (MIL), gender, culture and diversity. Workshop on Adapting UNESCO’s Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Curriculum in Communication and Teacher Education, Miriam College, Quezon City. Galace, J.N. & Castro, L.N. (Eds) (2012). Republic of the Philippines. Women Count: Security Council Resolution 1325 Civil Society Monitoring Report 2012. New York: Global Network of Women Peacebuilders. ______ (2012, July 12). ATT should address risks of gender-based armed violence. UN Diplomatic Conference on the Arms Trade Treaty, United Nations, New York. ______ (2012, July 13). Women’s participation in the diplomatic negotiations on an ATT. Retrieved from attmonitor. blogspot.com/2012/.../womens-participation-in-diplomatic.html ______ (2012, August 28). UN PoA on small arms and light weapons: Achievements and limitations. United Nations Review Conference on Illicit Small Arms Trade, United Nations, New York. ______ (2012, October 8). Localizing the national action plan on UN Security Council Resolution 1325. N-Peace Awards and Members’ Meeting, New World Hotel, Makati City. ______ (2012, November 19). Why gender in an arms trade treaty. Amnesty International Student Conference, London, UK. ______ (2012, December 5). Implementing the national action plan on UN SCR 1325 in the Philippines. Peace Practitioners’ Conference, Siem Reap, Cambodia. ______ & Piscano, F. (2012). Encouraging government efforts to increase participation of women in disarmament policy, education and advocacy. In R. Zuber & K. Prizeman (Eds.), Applying a Disarmament Lens to Gender, Human Rights, Development, Security, Education and Communication: Six Essays (pp.44-55). New York: United Nations.

MIRIAM COLLEGE 2012 Annual Report 2013 Galvez, J., Andrade-Briones, AK., Prades II, AB., Rafon, RGO., Cordon, AB. (2012, June). Vertical Vegetation Zonation of Mount Natib, Bataan, Philippines. Journal of Tropical Biology, 10, pp. 9-16 Gatchalian, M.B., Ibañez, C.L., Lopez, A.M. (2012). E-program: A bottom-up development approach model to sustain entrepreneurship education in the tertiary level. ASEAN Entrepreneurship Journal, 1(1), pp.31-48. ______ (2012, November 5-9). A bottom-up development approach model for a lifelong entrepreneurship education in the Philippines. ASEAN Entrepreneurship Conference, Sunway Lagoon Hotel, Malaysia. Gorospe, M.J.M. (2012, October19-20). Integrating information literacy through collaboration approach. Workshop on Adapting UNESCO’s Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Curriculum in Communication and Teacher Education, Miriam College, Quezon City. ______ (2012, October19-20). The internet and information literacy. Workshop on Adapting UNESCO’s Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Curriculum in Communication and Teacher Education, Miriam College, Quezon City. ______ (2012, December 13-14). Creating a school library website using free online tools: The Miriam College High School experience. International Conference on eLearning for Knowledge-based Society, Siam Technology College, Bangkok, Thailand. ______ (2013, March). Tablet PC acceptance and use of Miriam College high school students. (Unpublished research). Miriam College, Quezon City. Guarnes, J.S. & Santiago, K.M.C. (2013, March). Students’ tablet use, parents’ attitudes on e-learning, and parental bonding. (Unpublished research). Miriam College, Quezon City. Guevarra, L.C.A. & Villafuerte, J.L.IV. (2012, November 5). Philippine country report on anti-nuclear and militarization issues. Asian Youth Academy, Diocesan Youth Center, Suwon, South Korea. Jurisprudencia, J. (2013, January 12). Understanding our teens: For the parents of adolescents with special needs. Alternative Learning Resource School – Philippines (ALRES-Phils), Quezon City. Ligon, C.M. (2013, March 4). CD 112: Creative arts, music, PE and drama. Validation & Piloting Workshop on UNESCO’s Media and Information Literacy, Miriam College, Quezon City. Loanzon, J.V. (2012, June 18-20). Generating social capital through fieldwork in Economics education. 8th International Conference on Catholic Social Thought and Management Education: Renewing Mission and Identity in Catholic Business Education Conference, University of Dayton, Ohio, USA. ______ (2012). Linking global perspectives to local action: A city government response. Quezon City: Miriam College

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report ______ (2012, Oct. 22-24). Skills development-- A strategy in migration. 11th Conference of the Asia Pacific Sociological Association, Ateneo de Manila University, Quezon City. Lope, C.A., Reyes, D.P.T., Eugenio, V.F. (2012). Making ecotourism work. Retrieved from http://www.jica-ngo.ph/resources/ ECOTOURISM%20MANUAL.pdf Lupisan, M.C.Y., Baysa, G.T. (2012). Advanced accounting part 1. Philippines: Millennium Books Inc. Luque, M.P.F (2012). Ginataang mais. In Fenix M. et al (Eds.) Savor the Word: Ten Years of the Doreen Gamboa Fernandez Food Writing Award. Manila: Anvil Publishing, Inc. Magno, F.D. (2013). WOW MAPE textbooks for grades 1 and 2. Quezon City: Neo Asia Publishing Inc. Manansala, M. (2012). Talahuli ng buhay ni Antonio Gapas. Ani, Cleansing and Renewal. Manila: Intertextual Division (CCP). Oblena, L. (2012). Ako ang iboto mo. Tambuli Magasin para sa Wika. Makati City: DIWA Learning Systems, Inc. ______ (2012). Alampay at balabal ng bunso. Tambuli Magasin para sa Wika. Makati City: DIWA Learning Systems, Inc. ______ (2012). Ang diskriminasyon sa wika. Tambuli Magasin para sa Wika Ikalawang Taon. Makati City: DIWA Learning Systems, Inc. ______ (2012). Ang pagpapaunlad sa mga katutubong wika. Tambuli Magasin para sa Wika Unang Taon. Makati City: DIWA Learning Systems, Inc. ______ (2012). Piging. Tambuli Magasin para sa Wika. Makati City: DIWA Learning Systems, Inc. ______ (2012). Sawikaan â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ang salita ng taon. Tambuli Magasin para sa Wika Ikalawang Taon. Makati City: DIWA Learning Systems, Inc. Paunan, R.S. (2013, March). Hands-on science: How to use practical experiments in class. Educator Magazine pp. 38-39,57 Pedrajas, T.P. (2012, May 28). The international practice teaching program between Alliant International University in San Diego California and Global City Innovative College. WCCI National Conference, Colegio de San Juan de Letran, Intramuros, Manila. ______ (2013, March 18). International practice teaching program in National Kaoshiung Normal University and Global City Innovative College in Taiwan. Research Colloquium, St. Dominic College of Asia, Bacoor, Cavite.

MIRIAM COLLEGE 2012 Annual Report 2013 Pelias, M.B. & Ligon, C.M. (2012, July 26-28). Perceptions and attitudes of child development and education students of Miriam College toward service learning. 7th International Conference on Teacher Education, UP, Diliman, Quezon City. Peñalosa, C. (2012, June 23). Bagong kasaysayan sa kasaysayang pampook: Kasaysayang may saysay. Pambansang BAKAS Seminar-Workshop ukol sa “Kasaysayan at Pamanang Pangkalinangan ng Bikol: Paghahanap ng Saysay sa Nakalipas at Pagtatakda ng Direksyon sa Hinaharap, Arcilla Hall, Bicol University-CSSP, Legazpi City. ______ (2012, November 16). Bagong kasaysayan at pantayong pananaw: Mga pagsulong sa pagtuturo ng Kasaysayan sa pangkalahatan at ng Kasaysayan ng Pilipinas sa partikular. DepEd Quezon Division Seminar Workshop on New Development and Perspective in History: An Integral Teaching in Araling Panlipunan in the K-12 Curriculum, Ouans Worth Farm, Lucena City. Piscano, F., Galace, J.N., et al. (2012). Women count: Implementing UN SCR 1325 in the Philippines. Quezon City: Center for Peace Education/Global Network of Women Peacebuilders. Rama, R.M. (2013, March). Problem solving with think aloud strategy in the high school mathematics. (Unpublished master’s thesis). Ateneo De Manila University, Quezon City. Reguindin, J. (2012). Kasaysayang pampook pananaw, pananaliksik, pagtuturo. Quezon City: UP Lipunang Pangkasaysayan, University of the Philippines. _______ (2012, March 1). Paraan ng pagtuturo tungkol kay Tandang Sora. Tandang Sora @ 200 Seminar, College of Social Work and Community Development, UP Diliman, Quezon City. Reyes, M. (2012 March). The God of small tears. Heights Literary Folio. Quezon City: Ateneo de Manila University. _______ (2012 August). Weep not. Antig, Magazine of Center for Ignatian Spirituality. Quezon City: Center for Ignatian Spirituality. _______ (2012 September). Reminiscence, nostalgia, and the infinity of forgetting. MC Time MCAA Homecoming Magazine. Quezon City: Miriam College. Reyes-Laureano, R. (2012, June). Interpretative phenomenological analysis of the experiences of single Filipino women. Philippine Journal of Psychology, 45(1), pp. 53-76. Rivadelo, G.V. (2012, June 25). Early intervention is the key. Manila Bulletin, p. I-1. ______ (2012, July 23). How to be a SpED teacher. Manila Bulletin, p. H-2.

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report ______ (2012, August 27). Signing or speaking? Manila Bulletin, pp. I-1 & I-2. ______ (2012, October 1). Worried about my son with Down Syndrome. Manila Bulletin, p. I-2. ______ (2012, October 29). Technology for special children. Manila Bulletin, p. H-2. Robles, N. (2012). Financial accounting and reporting (theory and problems). Philippines. Millennium Books Inc. ______, Empleo, P. (2012). Intermediate accounting volumes 1, 2 and 3. Philippines: Millennium Books Inc. ______, Cruz, M.O., & German, C. (2012) Fundamentals of accounting volume 2 (partnership and corporation). Philippines: Millennium Books Inc. ______& Siy, T. (2012). Theory of accounts. Philippines: Millennium Books Inc. Rojas, L. & Ribo, L. (2013). Language in literature 7, K to 12 edition. Quezon City: Vibal Publishing House. ______ & Galvez, N. (2013). Language in literature 8, K to 12 edition. Quezon City: Vibal Publishing House. Sajo, D. (2012, February 3-4). Creating enrichment intervention through an institutionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s management of its athletic program. International Conference on Sports and Physical Education (ICSPE), Philippine Normal University, Manila. ______ (2012 March). Assessing the human dimensions of wellness among teachers toward wellness programming. LEAPS Miriam College Faculty Research Journal, 35, pp.46-59. Salayo, J.V.D. (2013, January). An evaluation of the transition to e-learning at Miriam College High School. (Unpublished research). Miriam College, Quezon City. Samson, L. K. (2012, June 25-27). Bringing culture to the classroom (a program on cultural education for elementary and secondary teachers). InSEA European Regional Conference, Lemesos, Cyprus. ______ (2012, October 27-31). Culture of art among young children. The 3rd World Chinese Art Education Symposium, Hangzhou, China. Santos, M.R.E. (2012). Unlocking the business licensing puzzle. Pasig City: Astrographics. Sevilla-Sibal, M.R.C. (2013, March). We are all in this together: How to promote a healthy school and home partnership.

MIRIAM COLLEGE 2012 Annual Report 2013 Educator Magazine, pp. 48-49, 61 ______ (2013, August). Digging for gold: Mining for resources for the needs of a realistic K-12 Program. . Educator Magazine pp. 46-48, 51 Sri Tharan, C.T. (2012, Oct. 22-24). Fragmented identities, fractured citizenship: Filipino women migrant workers. The Asia-Pacific Sociological Conference 2012, Ateneo de Manila University, Quezon City. Suarez, E.E. (2012 August 9-11). A pragmatic analysis of politeness in emails in the workplace. 3rd Annual International Conference on TESOL, Da Nang University College of Foreign Languages, Da Nang City, Vietnam. ______, Are, M. & Jocson, C. (2012). A documentation of Hornby School’s training on assessment. ACELT Forum. Quezon City: Ateneo de Manila University. Tabuac, N.N. (2012, October 11). ANC’s perfect blend: Sili, pili, Naga City, ACPACI. Retrieved from http://www. acpaci.com.ph/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=206:anc-2012&catid=23:conventions&Ite mid=83 ______ (2012, December 7). ACPACI celebrates a wild wild west Christmas. Retrieved from http://www. acpaci.com.ph/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=207:7th-gmm-christmasparty&catid=24:gmm&Itemid=82 ______ (2013, June 4). The good son. Retrieved from http://www.acpaci.com.ph/index.php?option=com_content& view=article&id=214:scholar-on-spotlight&catid=22:social&Itemid=84 ______ (2013, June 27). Punta Fuego, a summer sojourn. Retrieved from http://www.acpaci.com.ph/index. php?option=com_content&view=article&id=216:a-summer-sojourn&catid=21:events&Itemid=85 Tan, E.M. (2013, March 4). CD 105: Educational technology II. Validation & Piloting Workshop on UNESCO’s Media and Information Literacy, Miriam College, Quezon City. Temprosa, F.F. (2012). Falling between the cracks: Statelessness, nationality and migration. In A. Dinglasan, A. De Dios & M. Abesamis (Eds.), Quilted Sightings: Special Issue on Migration (pp. 11-28). Quezon City: Miriam College- Women and Gender Institute. ______ (2013). Women and children baseline study (Philippines). In Violence, Exploitation, and Abuse and Discrimination in Migration Affecting Women and Children in ASEAN: A Baseline Study (pp. 663- 792). Jakarta: Human Rights Resource Centre for ASEAN.

2012 MIRIAM COLLEGE 2013 Annual Report ______ (2013). Legal history and analysis. In Disaster- Induced Internal Displacement in the Philippines (pp. 17- 20). Geneva: Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (Norwegian Refugee Council). Teodoro, J. I.E. (2012 November). Ang lantoy ni Feloy. Idolo: Mga sugilanon sang gugma kag pagbiya. Quezon City: Central Books. ______ (2012). Ang daigdig ayon kay Deriada: Si Leoncio P. Deriada at ang kontemporaring literatura sa Kanlurang Bisayas. Malay, 24(2). ______ (2012). Baylana ng Bohol. Ani. Manila: Cultural Center of the Philippines. ______ (2012, April 18). Poetry and Realism in Auraeus Solito’s Busong. Retrieved from http://www.gmanetwork.com/ news/story/255400/lifestyle/reviews/movie-review-poetry-and-realism-in-auraeus-solito-s-busong _______ (2012, September 22). And the Word of the Year is… “Wang-wang”. Retrieved from http://www.gmanetwork. com/news/story/275155/lifestyle/literature/and-the-word-of-the-year-is-wang-wang _______ (2012, September 26). Pnoy’s speeches: When the President Speaks the Language of the People. Retrieved from http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/275906/lifestyle/reviews/pnoy-s-speeches-when-thepresident-speaks-the-language-of-the-people _______ (2012, November 25). For the Love of Cebuano Lit. Retrieved from http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/ story/283735/lifestyle/literature/for-the-love-of-cebuano-lit ______ (2012 November). Palawan sa ubud. SanAg10. Iloilo City: University of San Agustin Publishing House. ______ (2012 November). Sanka aga sa baybayun kang kuta, bali. SanAg10. Iloilo City: University of San Agustin Publishing House. ______ (2012 November). Ubud. SanAg10. Iloilo City: University of San Agustin Publishing House. _______ (2012, December 31). Movie review: Ai-Ai is Sisterakas Saving Grace. Retrieved from http://www.gmanetwork. com/news/story/288298/lifestyle/reviews/movie-review-ai-ai-is-sisterakas-saving-grace _______ (2013, March 29). The Flowers of Kafagway, and the Immortal Beauty of Baguio City. Retrieved from http://

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PRESIDENT’S COUNCIL

Miriam College President Dr. Rosario O. Lapus (center) with council members (from left) Carlo P. Garcia, Miriam Adult Education Principal; Rose O. Bautista, Vice President for Development and Resource Management; Dr. Edizon A. Fermin, High School Principal; Dr. Glenda E. Fortez; Vice President for Academic Affairs; Dr. Ma. Corazon R. Reyes, Director for Basic Education; Trixie Marie J. Sison, Child Study Center Principal; Carol C. Ui, Southeast Asian Institute for the Deaf Principal; Myrna G. Vidal, Finance Director from June 2012-September 2012; Dr. Gail Frances Reyes-Galang, Grade School Principal; Ma. Concepcion Y. Lupisan, College of Business, Entrepreneurship & Accountancy Dean; Cynthia O. Morales, Administrative Services Director; Dr. Caridad T. Sri Tharan, College of International, Humanitarian & Development Studies Dean; Anna Josefina G. Esteban, Finance Director from October 2012 to present; Dr. Noel C. Racho, Human Resources Director; Dr. Lourdes K. Samson, College of Arts and Sciences Dean; and Dr. Rosario Margarita A. Aligada, College of Education Dean.

BOARD of TRUSTEES

Lourdes R. Quisumbing, Ph.D. Chairperson Emerita

Josefina N. Tan Chairperson

Editha I. Alcantara Vice-Chairperson

Rosario O. Lapus, Ph.D. President

Emelina S. Almario Member

Maria Lim-Ayuyao, Ph.D. Member

Nieves R. Confesor Member

Corazon S. dela Paz-Bernardo Member

Laura Q. Del Rosario Member

Baltazar N. Endriga Member

Sr. Margarita E. Jamias, M.M. Member

Roberto M. Lavi単a Member

Carmelita I. Quebengco, Ph.D Member

Atty. Remedios Montecastro-Lim Member

Atty. Rochelle Dakanay-Galano Member

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