CAS holds Research Congress 2022

by Nica Lauren Pancho

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) organized this year's Research Congress, which featured three diverse research papers presented by CAS students and alumni under the theme "Final Quest," on October 17, 2022, via Zoom and Facebook live.

After holding virtual conferences for the past two years, the Association of Deans of Philippine Colleges of Nursing, Inc. (ADPCN) has once again hosted nursing students from different regions of the country in the '20th National Conference for Nursing Students' held at the Manila Hotel, on October 8, 2022.

Among roughly 400 nursing students who attended the conference were Nursing Student Council (NSC) President Rusthom Sicat I and Vice President Rogelio Sanchez III. College of Nursing's Dean Imelda Javier, ADPCN's incumbent Secretary, was also present during the program.

The conference kicked off on a high note with the opening and viewing of the research poster exhibits, showcasing research abstracts of nursing student researchers from different colleges and universities. It was followed by activities, including the welcome remarks delivered by Dr. Mary Grace Lacanaria of Saint Louis University, ADPCN's President, and the introduction of participants by Dean Javier.

Dean Javier presented hundreds of participants from Regions 1 to 13, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Cordillera Administrative Region, and National Capital Region.

Additionally, Melvin Miran- da, president of the Philippine Nurses Association, delivered a keynote speech. It revolved around nurse educators in flexible learning systems, the future professional nurses in nursing education, the future direction of global health care systems, and updates in nursing education. Miranda also discussed the future direction of nursing education, highlighting the importance of the 3Rs – realizations, reinvention, and reformation.

A talk on socio-emotional learning dubbed 'Pathway to Mental Health' was also part of the morning program and was officiated by Michael Jimenez, a nurse and psychologist.

Meanwhile, the afternoon session commenced with Dr. Reynold Paganas' segment titled 'Handling Effective Communications in Social Media', which tackled the concept of e-professionalism, practical tips for communicating effectively on social media, and good 'netiquette'.

The conference concluded with the sharing of best practices in flexible teaching-learning, followed by updates on the Philippine Nurse Licensure Examination and the New Comprehensive Philippine Nursing Practice Act of 2022, as discussed by the Professional Regulation CommissionBoard of Nursing.

Sicat shared his takeaway from the conference that he realized the global pandemic, although halting many activities, paved the way for innovation in nursing education, and as such opened more opportunities not only for registered nurses but also for student nurses. "As the demand for nurses here [in the country] and abroad continuously increases, I'm starting to grasp that the nursing field will really seek to elevate its competencies through evidence-based practice and quality education; and all I can say is that the future is bright for us, future nurses," he furthered. With the theme, "Transformation and Sustainability in Nursing Education," the conference focused on the discussion of the transitions, transformations, and exploration of sustainability issues in nursing education; relating the socio-emotional learnings as a pathway to the mental health of students; developing strategies to handle effective communication in social media as a dominant mode of interaction among students; identifying the best practices in flexible teaching, learning, and assessment during the COVID-19 pandemic; and engage with nurse leaders on updates related to nursing education.

Nursing students return valuables

from page 1 returned the valuables to the owner. Condetti and her agent went in search of the students after hearing the good news to thank them for their kindness and honesty.

In a letter sent by Condetti and her agency, they said that they were extremely grateful for the kindness and honesty of the three Perpetualites. In addition, the Perpetual community also commended the nursing students for upholding the virtues of integrity and hon- esty.

“Ang number one value [na dapat taglayin] ng isang nurse is honesty. There are times na ang valuables ng patient, iiwanan sa kanila,” Ma. Imelda Javier, Dean of the College of Nurs- ing, said in an inclusive interview. She added, “We were so appreciative of them that they have returned the valuables. I’m so proud of them.”

The Nursing Student Council (NSC) President, Rusthom Sicat I, also expressed his appreciation and admiration towards his fellow students. He said,

“Integrity in the nursing practice means practicing forthrightness and having an overall sense of trustworthiness, and they have shown it in the earliest stage of their journey as a Nursing Student.”

Furthermore, being true "Helpers of God," the three students have personified the philosophy, mission, and vision of the university. What they have

Eina Amante, College of Arts and Sciences Student Council (CAS SC) President, and her fellow council officers spearheaded the program. The event's objective was to promote research and assist Perpetualites with their research undertakings. The research congress featured three research topics from the CAS programs. The presenters discussed all the important parts of their research, particularly the findings.

Dr. Joven Sepino, CAS Dean, delivered the welcoming remarks, explaining the importance of research that is embedded in the CAS programs and how its culture was reawakened through this congress.

AB Communication student, Norie Anne Maranan, presented the research paper entitled “Intercultural Communication Experiences of College Students in UPHSD.” She had a comprehensive explanation of the factors, hindrances, and results of the communication between Filipino and foreign college students at the university.

Meanwhile, the political science students presented their research study entitled, “Thematic Analysis on the Under- standing of the Philippine National Police on the Difference of Student Activism from Communist Acts,” which delves into the ideologies, stereotypes, and misconceptions of student activism in comparison to communist acts. The proponents for this research were Erwin Landicho, Thomas Migrino, and Ralph Silvestre who also elaborated on their findings to the attendees of the congress.

Moreover, the thesis paper from the Psychology Department was presented by Jerry Mae Acabado, entitled “Lived Experiences of Lesbian and Gay Young Adult Professionals and Their Coming Out Process to their Parents.” The researchers were able to share the complications of the respondents’ process of revealing their gender to their parents.

The program advanced to the question and answer session, followed by the awarding of certificates to the participating research groups.

“By the end of the Research Congress, my peers were messaging me, saying that the [research] program was helpful because they will conduct one soon,” said Amante.

She also stated that she wished to congratulate all of her colleagues because they have made major contributions to the success of this event.

“The goal here is not just to share knowledge but rather help and be in service to our fellow Perpetualites,” she furthered.

Errata

We would like to apologize for the errors commited in our June - September 2022 issue.

In the article “DENR conducts IEC campaign on environmental conservation and awareness” (pg.5), the sole organizer of the event was Engr. Aileen Galvez, the pollution control officer of the university.

In the article “UPHSD’s SAS, SSC hold COP in Satima Village” (pg. 6), the Office of Alumni Affairs, headed by its coordinator, Ms. Liwanag Elizarez, together with UPHSD Alumni Association President, Gen. Rosendo Dial, were not mentioned as one of the organizers of the said project.

Rest assured, The Perpetualite will provide accurate and complete information in the next issues.

Again, our sincere apologies.

Dean further said that what the generous trio did was truly remarkable and exemplary. Certificates of appreciation were also given to them during their Nursing night last December. accomplished should make the Perpetual community proud of them and inspire them to act similarly because it exemplifies what a true Pepetualite should be.

-The Perpetualite Editorial Board