USPF Quarterly 2016 Vol 1 Q4 by USPF Publications Office

THE OFFICIAL QUARTERLY PUBLICATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES FOUNDATION • CEBU CITY • PHILIPPINES FOURTH QUARTER ISSUE • OCTOBER-DECEMBER 2016

he University of Southern Philippines Foundation board of trustees, corporate members, senior managers, and select middle managers with University consultant Dr. Cecilia B. Manikan gathered for the development of the strategic plan on October 31, 2016 at the ancestral home of University founder Don Agustin M. Jereza now popularly known as Circa 1900 Casa Dos in Sanjercas Ville Ext. Rd., Lahug, Cebu City. In retrospect, the University unveiled the new vision, mission, and goals at the 67th Charter Day celebration on July 8, 2016 at the USPF Theater for the Performing Arts, Lahug campus. Several drastic changes occurred prior the unveiling: training on the whole brain learning system (WBLS) with the outcomes based education (OBE), ICT developments, and infrastructures innovation. Along with the changes, a wellplanned strategy to meet the requirements of the new VMG is inevitably needed. The whole-day planning focused on developing the key result areas, performance indicators, and strategies which cascaded from the University’s three main objectives: (1) set new standards and paradigms in 21st century education; (2) empower people toward self-actualization for better quality of life; and, (3) maintain a viable and sustainable organization. Active participants at the strategic planning session included the USPF board

USPF develops Strategic Plan

The USPF board of trustees, corporate members, senior managers and junior managers pose with University consultant Dr. Manikan at Circa 1900 Casa Dos in Lahug, Cebu City

of trustees: chairperson Mrs. Teresita Villa Ponce, vice-chairperson Engr. Enrico Punzalan Jereza, secretary Mrs. Rowena Jereza Martinez, and members of the board, namely: University president Dr. Alicia P. Cabatingan, Engr. Rolando L. Villa, Mr. Geronimo Sta. Ana, Mr. Jeffrey L. Villa, Mrs. Lourdes D. Jereza, and Mr. Prisco Ponce. Equally active participants from the corporate members were also present: Miss Kathy Villa Ponce, Mr. Angel Ruben Martinez with special power of attorney for Ms. Minerva Jaron, Mr. Archie Villa, and

Congratulations to the new USPian Geodetic Engineers who passed the October 2016 board examination:

• Engr. Antonio Alcover • Engr. Anjenet Anciano • Engr. Reggie Campo • Engr. Nikki Van Canete • Engr. Paul Adriane Enriquez • Engr. Starets Maquiling • Engr. Carlo Padayhag • Engr. FG Puod • Engr. Peter Quinineza • Engr. Rolein Sumaculub

Your USPF Family is brimming with pride! Kudos to the College of Engineering & Architecture (CEA) faculty headed by OIC dean Engr. Mario Arnaiz! *information gathered from the post of CEA faculty Engr. Adriano Odal

Atty. Duane Villa. Additionally, USPF members of the senior and middle management participated in the strategic planning. Senior management participants included chief information officer Mr. Lester Gastala, director for finance Mrs. Rosalina Jereza Sepulveda, vice president for administration Engr. Antonio Lapingcao, Jr., and vice president for academics Dr. Agapito Clabesillas. Select middle management Continue to page 4

WOOOHOOO!!!

Congratulations to the new USPian Certified Public Accountants who passed the October 2016 board examination:

• Bharbra Zyne B. Cagang • Sushmita Lou J. Dandan • John Lupe B. Estonilo • Arnil Josieph Q. Garcia • Almari Vincent P. Lariza • Sidney Erl A. Metante • Franchesca Paige J. Orig • Gabriel Zachary P. Yauna

Your USPF Family is ecstatic! Kudos to the College of Accountancy faculty headed by dean Ms. Sophia Godin!

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NEWS

PTA AFFAIRS. The University of Southern

Philippines Foundation (USPF) - Elementary School, Lahug Campus held its annual local Intramural which is the “Kiddie Lakas 2016” at the Don Eladio Villa Gymnasium last August 26 and 27, 2016. Dance presentations from all grade levels and a surprise number from the selected PTA Officers highlighted the affair. The program was from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon. Pupils participated in the different games in the afternoon and the next day as well. Other activities included the induction of Parents Teachers Association Officers 2016-2017. The newly

elected PTA officers for the Calendar Year 2016-2017 are as follows: President-Mr. George D. Ulgasan; Vice-President-Mrs. Wilma L. Sabaldan; Secretary (Internal)-Mr. Cesar B. Villares, (External)-Mrs. Marrisa Sitoy; Treasurer (Internal): Mr. Francisco C. Potot Jr., (External)-Atty. Lelany Reso-or; Auditor (Internal)-Mrs. Pascuala T. Superable, (External)-Mrs. Rosemarie V. Oliverio; PRO-Mrs. Aida L.Vailoces, Mrs. Emmalou Mata; Advisers- Dr. Elaine May S. Patiño, Mrs. Elnora N. Almario. Dr. Alicia P. Cabatingan, the University President was the Inducting Officer and the distinguished Guest of Honor. On-going and upcoming activities of the PTA are the following: Fridays at 5:00PM–6:00PM– Zumba; December 9, 2016–Christmas Party; February 2017–Family Day; The PTA project for this school year is the upgrading and installation of the Elementary School sound system. We hope that in one way or another we have supported and continue to support the school’s Vision, Mission and Objectives. [Contributor: Mr. George D. Ulgasan, PTA President]

A DAY TO REMEMBER. “You name it; we did it, all in one day!” USPF Elementary School-Lahug successfully catered the Science, Math, Araling Panlipunan, Trick or Treat and Rosary celebrations in one, last October 24, 2016. Talented and creative teachers and pupils harmoniously had time to prepare and made things happened with the support of the parents. Let us express our sincere gratitude to all the departments, offices and classrooms who welcomed and generously shared their treats to our pupils on their colourful costumes during the trick or treat. Representatives from different levels seriously faced the “Battle of Brains” dynamically. Pupils possessing youthful vigour and talents, not just in

quiz bowls but also in acting (great Mathematicians were portrayed and enacted lively), in writing compositions (future writers and composers presented their original pieces in Math jingle and poems), and in dancing (pupils danced gracefully representing different countries and Mother Earth). All worth it! Pupils were given certificates and tokens as recognition on how actively they participated and excelled in all the activities. Great job kids! All worries and hectic schedules during the preparations are paid off. Happiness and sweet smiles of each faces during the celebration was a big prize that no one can buy. Kudos to everyone! [Contributors: Francisco C. Potot, Jr., Rubilyn B. Chavez]

Wooohoooo!!! USPF ES rules!!!

ongratulations, Elementary School -Lahug campus for the stellar accomplishments at the September-November 2016 DepEd competitions!!! Fantastic job to our brilliant talents and teams: Sherina Verana; Kindergarten Little Panthers; Janine Cipres; Zaijan Ceniza; Samantha Oyao Jahmir Jorillo; Basketball Team; Soccer Team; Volleyball Team; Basketball Team; Dance Sports Team; Rheinztein Saavedra; and, Anika Russiana!

A CELEBRATION OF LANGUAGES. In the DepEd Memo regarding Monthly Celebrations, the month of November is regarded as the English Month. Both private and public schools nationwide celebrate the month, most basically, in the same ways: opening and closing programs; parade and various competitions using the English language. For USPF Elementary School- Lahug campus, a twist was made by having a 2 in 1 celebration: the English and MTB Month Culmination Program, an auspicious festivity dubbed as “A Celebration of Languages”

which is actively participated by USPian pupils using the English language and the Sinugbuanong Binisaya on the 2nd of December. The one-day annual event culminating activity showcased the pupils’ talents and skills in singing, dancing, theater arts and other social skills. It was a memorable event. Everybody was excited to share different stories and the creative things that they prepared. The event was made possible through the concerted efforts of the USPF Elementary School teachers and staff. [Contributor: Mr. Harvey B. Tanudtanud]

Our thanks and congratulations to the USPian parents and guardians who have supported the delegates in every possible way! Well done, coaches: Jean Caay, MAEd; Jenebie Derecho; Jenebie Derecho; Janet Misal; Genna Paglinawan;Wilford G. Sabella; Mardeline Paring, MAEd; Haidee Moradas; Santiago Opone; Francisco Potot; and, Harvey Tanudtanud! USPF elementary school is managed by the very dynamic principal Dr. Elaine Sangre-Patino.

USPF holds 1st University-wide

Writeshops 2016

he University of Southern Philippines Foundation (USPF) Publications Office held the first University-wide writing workshop at the Lahug campus dubbed the 1st USPF Writeshops 2016. The writeshops scheduled on September 16, September 23, and October 25 came in three parts: Part I which was held at The Moot Court covered Session 1: Journalism and the Law with Deputy PIO of Cebu Province and Southwestern University “Quill” publication alumnus Jethro Malvin Bacolod and Session 2: Internet Journalism with Rappler Regional Correspondent Ryan G. Macasero. Part II which was held at The Main Function Room covered Session 3: News & Feature Writing in English with award-winning Cebuana journalism trailblazer, SunStar columnist, and USPian alumna Dr. Lelani Echaves-Paredes, Session 4: Writing Process and Style with published author and University of San Carlos professor Dr. Charito J. Pizarro, and Session 5: Travel Writing with University of Cebu “Anchor” publication adviser Prof. Gianne Rensen V. Antonio. Part III which was held as part of the faculty and staff development program in partnership with the office for quality assurance thru director Dr. Lucio Pulmones, the office for administration thru vice president Engr. Antonio Lapingcao, Jr., and the office for academics thru vice president Dr. Agapito Clabesillas covered a whole day for Session 6: A

For information on the USPF Publications Office, visit the official University website: http://uspf.edu.ph/alex/uspfpublications-office For updates and social interaction, visit the official Facebook pages https://www.facebook.com/ uspfpublicationsoffice and https:// www.facebook.com/uspfalex Related posts: 1st USPF Writeshops 2016 sessions 1-5 http://tinyurl.com/ hzlbd83; http://tinyurl.com/ht3grdz; Video:http://tinyurl.com/huajswj

Pedagogic Grammar for Cebuano Visayan with published author and University of Southern Philippines Foundation professor Dr. Angel O. Pesirla. Administrators, faculty, staff and select students from both Lahug and Mabini campuses attended the session including those from the elementary school, junior high school, senior high school, and tertiary school and colleges. The USPF Publications Office is created in January 2016 by virtue of the University president Dr. Alicia P. Cabatingan’s appointment wherein the the Office of Alumni and External Relations (ALEX) becomes the new office’s gestation wing. It is managed by head and editor in chief Dr. Kathleen B. Solon-Villaneza, assistant editor Dr. Janet Arcana, managing editor Dr. Alvin E. Zamora, and content editor Mr. Wilzen Du Bermoy. Faculty writers and volunteer alumni editors across continents are included in the the publications office editorial board. Two of four core publications of the office are now registered at the National Library of the Philippines with copyright and International Standard Serial Number: (1) USPF Quarterly with ISSN print 2508-0431, ISSN online 2508044X, and Copyright 2016; (2) USPF Graduate School Book of Abstracts ISSN print 2508-0415, ISSN online 2508-0423, and Copyright 2016. The two other core publications of the office include the University Annual, and University Catalog.

Champion USPF Baby Panthers rule CESAFI 2016 volleyball boys tournament

USPian Junior Panthers dominate Cebu City Olympics Martial Arts tournament

WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS. USPian administrators (1st row, L-R) internal auditor Mr. Joeriz Arnejo, director for athletics & cultural affairs Mr. Glen Albutra, trustee Mrs. Lourdes Jereza, finance director Mrs. Rosalina Sepulveda, procurement manager & sports advocate Mr. Brian James Jereza, senior high school principal Dr. Alvin Zamora, and head coach Mr. Cecile Jotojot join the USPF Baby Panthers in a winners’ pose.

he tight best of 3 matches between USC Baby Warriors and USPF Baby Panthers for a straight three days concluded on the 30th of October 2016 at the USC Main Gymnasium-Home of the Warriors. USPF Baby Panthers came out as victors. The tedious Game 1 went down at 5 sets with USC Baby Warriors ruling the game. The excruciating reckoning of USPF Baby Pathers came with Game 2 and Game 3 where they mercilessly clawed USC Baby Warriors with straight 3-set wins. USPian administrators, faculty, parents, students, alumni & friends showed their support through presence and resounding cheers. During calls for time out, the USPian crowd wound up singing the Loyalty Song to boost the USPF Baby Panthers’ spirit. Visible USPian administrators at the best of 3 games were USPF trustee Mrs. Lourdes D.Jereza, finance director Mrs. Rosalina J. Sepulveda, sports advocate and procurement manager Mr. Brian Jereza, vice president for administration Engr. Antonio Lapingcao, Jr., vice president for academics Dr. Agapito Clabesillas, auditor MR. Joeriz Arnejo, senior high school principal Dr. Alvin E. Zamora, school of business and management dean Dr. Venus Empuerto, elementary school principal Dr. Elaine S. Patino, director for alumni and external relations and head of publications Dr. Kathleen B. Solon-Villaneza, and

director for althletics and cultural affairs Mr. Glen Albutra. The USPF Baby Panthers line-up composed of the following: Alechan Absuelo, Samlet Booc, Earl Cansico, Cleo Cuyos, Mark Joseph Enriquez, Rehen Laraga, Edmar Malata, Jetro Opone, AJ Niño Prajes, Menchel Remulta, Pol Gringo Salvador, Ruel Sarnejo, Kerl Owen Mondares, and John Lloyd Borces. Congratulations to coach Cecile Jotojot, assistant coach Johnry Opone, most valuable player and best server Pol Gringo Salvador, best blocker Alechan Absuelo, and best setter Ruel Sarnejo!

he University of Southern Philippines Foundation (USPF) Junior High School martial artists of the Lahug campus, Jullienne Rey Metante fiercely dominated in the sparring competition bagging a gold medal for the University while Jrell Mae Metante shone brightly in both kata and sparring competitions landing a bronze medal. The USPian Junior Panthers and sisters are enrolled in the Lahug campus: Jullienne inGrade 8 section Narra and Jrell is in Grade 9 section Oxygen. Congratulations, Junior Panthers! Kudos to the USPian parents and guardians of the Metante sisters! Cheers to JHS Lahug campus faculty and staff headed by principal Mrs. Susan O. Durano! #uspf #uspfalex #cebucityolympics #martialarts #uspfpanthers #uspfjhs

Related news: CDN article: http://tinyurl.com/jyslovv; CDN Facebook: http://tinyurl.com/z5zha3k Facebook photos & videos from the lens of: Dr. Venus (restricted) http://tinyurl.com/h5ho9pq; Mr. Joeriz (restricted) http://tinyurl.com/gtm2ajp; Dr. Kathleen (public) • http://tinyurl.com/j9ek2xr Videos (public): • Game 3 3rd set championship shot http://tinyurl.com/zzsnlgv • Game 3 2nd set http://tinyurl.com/hqrt7sl • Game 3 1st set http://tinyurl.com/ h59wwj9 • Game 2 http://tinyurl.com/zkczzs9 • Game 2 http://tinyurl.com/j34fb43 *Corrections and team line-up gathered from University auditor Mr. Joeriz Arnejo

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USPF develops Strategic Plan

participants included: quality assurance director Dr. Lucio Pulmones; center for research, planning and development Dr. Odilon Maglasang; human resource management and development director Miss Alma Corazon Alfafara; student affairs services director Rev. Fr. Bernard Monteron; elementary school principal Dr. Elaine May Patiño; junior high school principal Mrs. Susan Durano; senior high school principal

Dr. Alvin Zamora; basic education principal for Mabini campus Mrs. Maura Villamor; college of accountancy dean Dr. Sophia Godin; social work department head Mrs. Rosario Sequitin; procurement manager Mr. Brian James De Dios Jereza; and, alumni and external relations director and University publications head and editor in chief Dr. Kathleen Solon-Villaneza.

For more information about the new USPF VMG, visit the ofﬁcial website: http://uspf.edu.ph/about-us/visionmission-and-goals/. For University Strategic Planning 2016 photos and videos: http://tinyurl.com/zjv9yzr

USPF at the Forefront of New and Emerging Technologies

he quest for an efficient, effective and secured ICT infrastructure was the main factor that triggered the deployment of an unbreakable university Internet and the strategically located WiFi Access Points that provided accessibility 24/7. The project is called IRCOS (infrastructure, rehabilitation, consolidation, optimization, and security). Figure 1 shows the RISK and overall complexity of the major concerns that USPF has to mitigate. It also shows the state of USPF ICT infrastructure – a graphical representation of the result of the ICT assessment conducted by CIO Mr. Lester B. Gastala.. Solution. Peplink for Unbreakable Internet and Aerohive for Controller-less Wiﬁ Access Points Who Uses Peplink and Aerohive? In the Philippines, USPF is the 1st University to deploy Peplink. It is also the 1st academic institution in the that utilize a controller-less WiFi infrastructure through the deployment of Aerohive. Most universities use on-premise controllers to manage their Wifi Access Points , thus allowing an additional cost of ownership. For USPF, the ICT department utilized a pure breed cloud-based solution used by leading companies and organizations around the world. Aerohive Beneﬁts: • Simplified and unified network policies • Provision of users registered to USPF WiFi avoid misuse and abuse • Centralized monitoring of access point devices • Teachers can bring their laptop and access GAFE anywhere anytime around the campus • This initiative resulted to a seamless Internet connection 24/7 with an average of 300+ unique users everyday. Notably, it is commended by accreditor Engr. Gabriel for a job well done during the accreditation visit.

Peplink and Aerohive users in the Philippines and around the world Peplink Beneﬁts: • proven industry-leading load balancing engine • boosts network data rates, reliability, and flexibility while slashing connectivity costs as Peplink’s load balancing engine distributes USPF traffic of up to 3 internet links and routes data using 7 intelligent algorithms • adds up to high speeds and rock-solid

dependability at a savings of up to 90% compared to solutions built on traditional WAN and other expensive links Scalable, Affordable, Speed. Using SpeedFusion VPN bonding technology, USPF is able to combine multiple connections. This enables the university to access internet services at greater speeds than you could achieve with a single link, at a fraction of what it would cost using traditional WAN alone. Using Peplink technology, USPF is able to increase our bandwidth by almost 200%. 99.999% Reliability Without the Cost. Because the links are combined together into a single SDWAN, each link USPF adds increases its reliability. The approach has provided connectivity resilience for USPF at a fraction of what it would cost using traditional WAN alone. Overall Results - (Strategy and Value). USPF need not invest on pricey multiple primary lease line (MPLS) but can combine cheaper DSL (cheaper internet lines) forming a big pipe at less cost Reduced Operational burden. USPF is now capable to manage and appropriate bandwidth where and when it is needed the most. It is ensured the continuity of curriculum delivery through the use of unbreakable internet. Reduced Time to Value. Easy to configure and deploy resulting to maximum efficiency, effectiveness and secured user experience Incidental benefits. (1) Results a year after the implementation of IRCOS: • The 1st unbreakable university internet in the Philippines • The 1st cloud-based wifi controller-less network architecture implementation in the Philippines Figure 3. Published by Speedfusion Networks on SunStar Cebu , Aug 28 issue. (2) Peplink Certified Engineer Examination Successful Examinees. USPF successfully passed with flying colors the Peplink Online Examination for Certified Engineers. The list of successful passers are as follows: • Mr. Lester Gastala – Certified Engineer (Validation Code: Zuq4mfsNL7) • Engr. Benjamin De la Cerna – Certified Engineer (Validation Code: MB4D7EtL03) • USPF is the 1st University in Cebu with Certified Engineers. The certified passers’ results are 85% and 90% versus the passing rate of 70%. These are just some of the innovative efforts of USPF living up to its Vision of becoming a 21st century transformative learning environment of global lifelong learners. “You have only seen the tip of the iceberg” Mr. Gastala added.

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Peplink Ceritified Engineers Benjamin De la Cerna and CIO Lester Gastala hold Certification signed by Mr.Lex Chan – Founder and CEO

USPF claims 1st University in Cebu with frontrunner bandwidth

he University of Southern Philippines Foundation (USPF) thru the Information & Communications Technology (ICT) department in partnership with PLDT successfully activates the 600Mbps bandwidth on November 17, 2016. PLDT informs USPF chief information officer Mr. Lester B. Gastala that USPF is the 1st University in the province of Cebu with the biggest and fastest bandwidth compared to other universities. The existing combined bandwidth of three (3) telecommunications partners totalled only to 30Mbps. With the recent boost in bandwidth, USPF now holds a staggering 630Mbps ---at ZERO ADDITIONAL COST TO EXISTING SUBSCRIPTION! According to CIO Gastala, “the new operational capability of USPF will definitely translate to end user satisfaction as we are preparing ‘in full speed’ the integration of ICT to curriculum and instruction as directed by our new VMO.” He adds, “Trustee Sta. Ana recommends we make use of this new capability on publications and marketing efforts to entice more enrolees.”

USPF intensiﬁes best practices in research U

niversity of Southern Philippines Foundation (USPF) intensifies its teaching and non-teaching researchers through series of rigorous training, the known best practice of the Center for Research (CENTRE). Dr. ODILON A. MAGLASANG, director for research, planning & development, wisely calendared the research activities into three phases for the long haul of the academic year 2016-2017: Phase I-Intensive Training of Teachers and Non-teaching Staff. On July 27, the formation of departmental research teams is accomplished. Two days following the creation of teams, on July 29, Dr. Maglasang and Dr. ADRIAN YBAÑEZ joined forces in the orientation of both faculty and student categories regarding departmental research theme and agenda with a workshop on referencing and documentation in research. On August 12, series of workshop facilitated by Dr. Maglasang ensued: formulation of research problems or objectives; writing and organizing the theoretical background and review of related

literature; creation of a needsbased institutional research; and, invitation for collaborative research with other Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) as recommended by the Philippine Association of Colleges and For online version of USPF Research Digest, visit Universities Commission on https://issuu.com/uspfcentre. For USPF research Accreditation (PACUCOA) queries, call CENTRE (032) 414.8773 or email specifically for the College of omaglasang@uspf.edu.ph. Arts and Sciences (CAS) and the College of Education (CoEd). On September 9, the research design hearing is exercised. Phase II- Research Design Hearing. Members Phase III-Final Oral Defense. The research of the faculty and the students presented their teams are expected to present their research works research design on September 23 and 30. A month at the 15th In-House Research Congress (Faculty later, on October 7, Prof. JESSE BATARRA shared Category) and 12th In-House Research Congress his expertise as the facilitator on the challenging (Student Category) early next year, 2017. Best topic, Statistics. On October 14, Dr. Maglasang research outputs are published in the USPF Research facilitated the workshop on presentation, analysis and Digest. interpretation of results.

USPF fortiﬁes research program grants

SPF research director Dr. ODILON A. MAGLASANG detailed the 2014-2016 research grantees who have successfully presented outputs in international conferences and published in indexed and peer-reviewed research journals: Mrs. ROSARIO E. SEQUITIN, chairperson of the Social Work department, is granted P20,000.00 in 2014 for her international research paper presentation and publication in Australia. The copy of her co-authored research article abstract in an international publication can be accessed here: http://tinyurl.com/hpso4wp. The work is cited in 社會工作對人與生態環境關係的思考通 � 何顯明先生基督教香港信義會戒毒服務總監 (Reflections on the Relationship between Social Work and the Ecological Environment by Mr. He Xianming, Director of Drug Abuse Services, Lutheran Church, Hong Kong). Dr. KATHLEEN B. SOLON-VILLANEZA, director for alumni and external relations, is granted P20,000.00 in February 2015 for her international research paper presentation in Cambodia. In the

same conference, CamTESOL-UECA awarded her, the second Filipino research grantee, the $500 Regional ELT Research Grant which funds a new research scheduled for presentation in 2016 (details of the grant can be accessed in the following links: www.ueca.edu.au/downloads/ UECA-CAMTESOL-2015.pdf and http:// camtesol.org). The abstracts of her research articles are published in the 11th CamTESOL and the 12th CamTESOL conference handbooks respectively. In May 2015, USPF-CENTRE granted another P29,000.000 for her participation at the 4th IAMURE World Research Festival in Palawan, Philippines. The grant supported two international research paper presentations with published abstracts in the 4th World Research Festival Conference Proceedings & Book of Abstracts. It also funded two internationally published research articles in the ISO accredited and peer-reviewed IAMURE International Journal of Education as well as IAMURE International Journal of Literature, Philosophy and Religion at http://iamure.com/ publication/. Dr. ADRIAN P. YBAÑEZ, a lecturer at the USPF College of Pharmacy, is granted P10,000.00 in 2016. He co-authored research articles published in the International Journal of Health Sciences and Research (IJHSR), a monthly journal for promoting research for human welfare, which can be accessed at http://www.ijhsr.org/ and the International

Research Journal of Interdisciplinary and Multidisciplinary Studies (IRJIMS), a peer-reviewed monthly research journal in bilingual registers (English and Bengali) which can be accessed at http://www.irjims.com/. In the recent University Strategic Planning session held on October 31 at Circa Dos, USPF conspicuously directed its attention to the fortification of the support for research program grants, a salient detail in the fulfilment of the new vision, mission, goals and objectives.

For more information about the USPFCENTRE research grants, speak with Ms. Ann Base at (032) 414.8773 or email Dr. Maglasang at omaglasang@ uspf.edu.ph. For online version of USPF-CENTRE registered publication, visit https://issuu.com/uspfcentre.

USPF resuscitates CPET partnership with Cebu City Gov’t and DepEd

In photo: CPET scholars with USPian administrators director for quality assurance Dr. Lucio A. Pulmones and vice president for academics Dr. Agapito Clabesillas, Cebu City councilors Hon. Joy Augustus Young and Hon. Nendell Hanz Abella, Department of Education schools division superintendent Dr. Bianito Dagatan with OIC assistant schools division superintendent Dr. Danilo Gudelosao

ebu City Government in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd) and the University of Southern Philippines Foundation (USPF) re-establishes Certification Program for Elementary Teachers (CPET) partnership The orientation and ceremonial signing of the memorandum of agreement is held in the afternoon of November 12, 2016 at the Function Hall of the THM Building, USPF

Lahug campus. Guests who attended the event include Cebu City councilors Hon. Joy Augustus Young and Hon. Nendell Hanz Abella, Department of Education schools division superintendent Dr. Bianito Dagatan with OIC assistant schools division superintendent Dr. Danilo Gudelosao. USPian administrators who represented the University include Dr. Agapito Butch

Clabesillas, vice president for academics; Dr. Lucio A. Pulmones, director for quality assurance; acting functions on behalf of the University President; CPET professor Dr. Alvin E. Zamora, principal of the senior high school; CPET professor Dr. Elaine May Sangre Patiño, principal of the elementary school -Lahug campus; CPET professor Dr. Kathleen B. Solon-Villaneza, director for alumni & external relations

USPF opens Senior & Junior Managers’ 1st BOWLING TOURNAMENT on November 17, 2016 from 7:00 -10:00 PM at Gaisano Bowlingplex, Banilad, Cebu City.

[photo taken by Maria Aubrey Zamora]

“USPF 2016 Christmas Party:

Caravan of Colors!”

Head & Editor-in-Chief KATHLEEN B. SOLON-VILLANEZA, PhD │ Associate Editor JANET ARCANA, EdD │Managing Editor ALVIN E. ZAMORA, EdD │Content Editor WILZEN D. BERMOY │ Alumni Editors Across Continents JEFF B. VASQUEZ (New Zealand) ● JOSEPH ENRIQUEZ (United Arab Emirates) ● JUVILYN DILAO-ASILO (United Arab Emirates) ● RAE JESSICA ENRIQUEZ (Singapore) ● MARIA JANET DAJAO (Canada) ● KARREN BANDAJON (United States of America) ● JOSEPH FRANZ LANZADERAS (Brunei Darrusalam) ● LORDSON OBRE (Malaysia) ● ARLENE BUANJUGROLDAN (Philippines) │Resident Writers & Contributors Elementary School AGNES GUMANDOY (Mabini campus) ● FRANCISCO C. POTOT, JR. ●RUBILIN B. CHAVEZ ● HARVEY B. TANUDTANUD (Lahug campus) PTA GEORGE D. ULGASAN (Lahug campus) High School MARY JANE MUAÑA (Lahug campus) ● EMELIA OBANER (Mabini campus) College of Arts & Sciences ROWENA NERVES ● ROSARIO ESTRADA-SEQUITIN College of Education JANE EVITA NGO, EdD ICT Department LESTER B. GASTALA │Layout Artists EDIK DOLOTINA ● RYAN BEJER │ Administrative Staff CRISLYN PANAL