NOTRE DAME OF MARBEL UNIVERSITY BULLETIN Volume 4 No. 2 December 2006-May 2007 •Published by the Research and Publication Center• in the Spotlight NDMU retains Center of Dev’t NDMU tops MedTech status for Information Technology 2007 Licensure Exam n the latest Medical Technology ILicensure Examination held in February 2007, Notre Dame of Marbel University was recognized as the No. 1 performing school in the country with 100% pass rate. In the said licensure examination, Alvi Kuusela Tia Bernadas, who graduated Cum Laude on March 2006, placed 8th. As a policy for board passers belonging to the top 10, Bernadas was otre Dame of Marbel University CHED conducted an ocular inspec- awarded a cash incentive of PhP 20,000 Nis again Center of Development tion last October 9-10, 2006 with par- during the Graduation program, March for Information Technology (COD-IT) ticular attention on instruction, research 18, 2007. effective March 1, 2007 to December and development, extension and link- 31, 2010. ages, and institutional qualifications. 4 faculty members go The formal announcement was NDMU was found to be consistently through training abroad made by the Commission on Higher exhibiting quality in these criteria based Education on March 23, 2007 at Bayview on the paper evaluation and ocular in- AUSTRALIA—Mrs. Mary Bien Catalan Park Hotel, Manila. >>continued on page 3/Center of Dev’t... and Mrs. Juvy Reyes of the College of Liberal Arts, and Ms. Paz Rosali of the Bro. Lubrico, FMS attends Marist Brothers’ College of Education are now pursuing graduate studies in different universi- Asian Council Meeting in Seoul, Korea ties in Australia. ro. Wilfredo Lubrico, FMS, togeth- the meeting, which was participated in by Catalan is pursuing a one-year Mas- Ber with the Marist Provincial Bro. more than thirty participants composed ter of Education Studies in Teaching Manuel de Leon, FMS, and Philippine of Provincial Councilors from China, India, English to Students of Other Languages Province Councilors, attended the Pakistan, Korea, and the Philippines. at the University of New South Wales, Asian Extended General Council Meet- Mission Agentes Bro. Sean Sammon, while Reyes is studying to become Mas- ing of the Marist Brothers last Decem- FMS (Superior General), Bro. Luis Sobrado, ter in Assessment and Evaluation at Mel- ber 14-23, 2006 in Seoul, Korea. FMS (Assistant Superior General), Bro. Pe- bourne University, and Rosali is taking Primarily aimed to finalize the plan to ter Rodney, FMS (General Councilor for up Master in Education major in Curricu- make two Marist Provinces in Asia, the re- Asia), and other General Councilors from lum Development at the University of structuring of the Marist Provinces in Asia Rome, Italy were also present in the said Southern Queensland. and the Mission Vitality were discussed in meeting. Their academic pursuits are made possible by the Philippine-Australia Human Resource Development Facil- ity (PAHRDF) and Basic Education Assis- tance for Mindanao. JAPAN—Qualifying to the Japan- ASEAN Youth Friendship Program for the 21st Century, Mrs. Susan Suarez of the College of Science and Technology went on a study tour in Tokyo, Japan from February 7 to March 1, 2007. Suarez was one of the 45 employees >>continued on page 3/Faculty... in the Spotlight in the Spotlight

RD joins study mission in Canada Ureta elected president 5 Questions for the President of International Human tional capacities of If we work together as one, and consider the university LoGoTRI-PhilNet Resource Gateway and its members ersonnel Q as our own, we can always make miracles. to provide services Officer Ma. P &A tain, and upgrade school facilities and How are we going to achieve to regional gov- Concepcion equipment to deliver effective services to these goals? ernments through Ureta is elected students. researches that president for 4 In order to achieve those goals, we foster excellence 2007-2008 of What do you expect of the need to maximize the resources and mini- in governance and the Human Re- NDMU community in the com- mize the expenses—all to give the students to maximize the source Develop- ing school year? what they deserve. We also have to do efficiency of avail- ment Gateway, 2 I wish that everybody could be faith- streamlining of personnel due to decrease able resources and an international Dr. Lina Mondejar (second from right) with ful in following the policy manual as basis of enrollees and for quality of services. researches under- organization fellow participants and Canadian officials for future direction as we strive to make during the study mission taken. formed to address the needs in hu- the policies and services to more relevant What message would you like to The activity man resource development. and effective give the NDMU community? r. Lina A. Mondejar, Director of has given the participants an oppor- Ureta has been a member of the said “ the Notre Dame of Marbel Uni- tunity to visit various institutions in organization since 2001, after founding ” 5 D What are the thrusts and goals First, I would like to thank you for the versity Research and Publication Canada and see good models of good the HR Philippines e-group. of NDMU for the School Year support, encouragement, and prayers af- Center and, concurrently, Director of governance in the areas of strategic As its mission, “HRD Gateway serves What lessons have you realized 2007-2008? forded to me and to the newly appointed the CHED Zonal Research Center for planning, institutional building, inter- to establish a global network to bridge 3 after evaluating last year’s per- We have six major thrusts for the administrators last year. Regions XI and ARMM and part of Re- institutional partnership development, the digital divide, to support economy formance of the university? school year, which are to: a) strengthen We should be aware of the fact that gions X and XII, went on a study mis- policy development, resource mobili- development, to enable lifelong learn- 1 Based on the evaluation of last year’s Religious Education as the core of the cur- we have challenges before us this year: sion to Canada on April 10-22, 2007 zation, and volunteerism. ing, and to raise the work and life styles performance, I see the need for proper riculum; b) strengthen student activities, maintain our Autonomous Status, Level III together with the LoGoTRI-PhilNet It has also provided them with in- of the global communities.” monitoring of programs, curriculum, ac- services, and programs; c) strengthen rel- accreditation, and to survive financially. Board of Directors and select DILG puts on various practices in Canada HRD Gateway is led by international tivities, finances, personnel, and equip- evant and quality Christian education; d) If we work together as one, and con- Regional Directors. that can be replicated in the Philip- professionals and has its headquarters ment, and for improvement of the system. redirect community extension programs consider the university as our own, we can The Study Mission to Canada is pines. in Malaysia. Things have to be put in the open for and services; e) strengthen school culture, always make miracles. part of the project, “Strengthening the Dr. Mondejar said that the trip has Its national chapters are established administrators to act collectively—syn- heritage, and tradition; and f) create con- Let us always be guided by the vision Philippine Network of Local Gover- also enabled them to build linkages in different countries and it continues to chronization of actions, and uniform ducive environment and service-oriented and mission of the school as a university nance Training and Research Institutes and network with institutions, agen- expand its reach. understanding and implementation of support facilities. Apart from these, there with dreams to uphold and a mission to (LoGoTRI-PhilNet). cies, and individuals that the group can The organization’s online portal plans. are still other goals that we hope to ac- fulfill, and by the mandate of the Church It is a three-year program aimed tap in the development of LoGoTRI- can be accessed through: http://www. There is also a need to repair, main- complish within the school year. to NDMU as a Catholic university. to enhance and strengthen institu- PhilNet programs. hrdgateway.org << from page 1...Faculty << from page 1...Center of Dev’t College freshman attends month-long seminar in Northern Illinois USA ticipants also had the chance to know from both public and private institu- its culture, language, and history. spection, hence, its inclusion to the list ccountancy freshman John Yrick and varied religions living together.” tions who were chosen by the Japan In- “The study tour was very enriching of Centers of Development for IT edu- Era was one of the Philippines’ A During their graduation program, ternational Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the topics were relevant and inter- cation in the Philippines. delegates to the Philippine Youth Era received Excellence in Community in cooperation with the Department of esting. It was an interactive, participa- CHED also gives funding assistance Leadership Program (PYLP) at the Service and Critical Writing Award. Foreign Affairs (DFA) to represent the tion-oriented transfer of knowledge to select schools for student scholar- Northern Illinois University Interna- Era believes that he has learned Philippines in the said program. through up-to-date ICT technology ex- ships, faculty development, upgrading tional Training Office and Center for much in the seminar and that he has In the 23-day study tour, Suarez perience,” says Suarez. of library and laboratories, research Southeast Asian Studies, DeKalb, Illi- created ties of friendship with people of joined 21 other participants and extension services, development nois, USA on April 7-May 10, 2007. different cultures around the globe. in the specialized programs of instructional materials, and network- With “Engaging a New Generation in And for him, being given that op- and lectures on Information ing of existing Centers of Excellence the Southern Philippines in Inter-Ethnic portunity means responsibility. Technology and IT facilities, and CODs. Dialogue and Conflict Resolution, “ as its “The biggest challenge for me now and visited several offices CS/IT department head Susan Su- theme, the lectures and workshops edu- is realizing my action plan, putting my that employ IT equipment arez says that CHED grants P1 million cated Era and 19 other participants from ideals into real things so that I could like the Ministry of Economic per year for CODs but “The school has Mindanao in a four-week intensive train- build a community of communities in Trade and Industry, Tokyo to submit a proposal first.” ing on leadership, inter-ethnic dialogue, Mindanao,” he says. Metropolitan Police Depart- She adds that within the three volunteerism in civil society, community Willing to share to his fellow youth ment, Tokyo University of years as COD, improvements must be activism, social capital, U.S. dominant expected to carry out upon their return what he has learned, he says, “This is Technology, among others. observable in the areas specified by culture, and conflict resolution. to their respective communities. another start of my journey as a volun- Aside from learning the commision. Equipped with knowledge and skills “My action plan is about adopting a teer. It really helped me a lot to continue about Japan’s current tech- NDMU has been COD for IT educa- enhanced in the said program, the par- small village, “ says John Yrick, “wherein what I have started--giving hope to the nology and future plans, par- tion since 2000. ticipants framed action plans they are we can find people of different ethnicity diverse Filipino Youths.” 2 3 researchUpdates researchUpdates Research Center and Graduate School conduct o hone the research skills of fac- Tulty members and students of the JOM HEIs craft proposals Guidance Center helps career-starters Publishing in a Research Journal seminar Graduate School and to further fa- cilitate the progress of research in the for collaborative research through Education-Industry Dialogue, Pre-Employment academic community, the Research Seminar, and Job Fair and Publication Center, in coopera- tion with the NDMU Graduate School, o allow better alignment of edu- conducted a Seminar on Publishing Tcational institutions with the in a Research Journal on February 17, requirements of the different indus- 2007 at the Alumni Center. tries, the Guidance and Scholarship Topics during the seminar fo- Center conducted the Education-In- cused on the Guidelines on Publishing dustry dialogue on February 16, 2007 in NDMU Research Journal, Writing a at the SMC Hall, NDMU. Technical Paper, and Formatting a Re- With representatives from the De- search Report, which were presented by partment of Labor and Employment, Dr. Lina A. Mondejar, NDMU Research & eace researchers from eight Jesuit, Department of Education, and heads of Publication Center Director, and Gradu- POblate, and Marist (JOM) higher edu- some commercial institutions in Koro- ate School faculty members Dr. Vilma F. cation institutions in Mindanao crafted nadal, the skills and values needed and Agabon and Bro. Briccio J. Baynosa, FMS, four proposals during the Mindanao the usual scenarios in the workplace Bro. Baynosa, FMS discusses with the participants how to format a research report. respectively. Peace and Development Research Work- were discussed. shop at the NDMU Alumni Center, May 9- Issues on unemployment and The following day, February 17, ten 12 students present papers in Research Forum High School 10, 2007. underemployment were also talked private commercial institutions, and Bio-Screening on the Clastogenic Activity (Anti- The proposals with working titles: The about. several private schools, visited NDMU ith the aim of promoting re- College of Science and Technology cancer Potential) and Antibacterial Property of Impact of Peace Initiatives on the Students The speakers laid down their expec- in search of possible employees, during Jatropha curcas Linn. Extract search culture among students, Toxicity and Anti-bacterial effect of the leaf and Alumni of Jesuit, Oblate, and Marist (JOM) tations of the graduating students and the job fair at the College of Science and W by Diane Marie Antesa extract of Centella asiatica (Gotukola) and Eu- students expressed their expectations Technology student center. the Research and Publication Cen- Evaluation Survey Regarding the Implementa- Higher Education Institutions in Mindanao, ter conducted the Student Research phorbia hirta (Tawa-tawa) dThe Empowerment of the Indigenous Peoples of the institutions where they are plan- A total of 187 graduating students by Dency Ledesma tion of Solid Waste Management in the City of Forum last March 8, 2007 at the SMC of Mindanao, and Interreligious Dialogue Pro- ning to work. from different colleges registered. Microbiological Analysis of Buffalo (Bubalus Koronadal Many of them were able to present Hall, NDMU. bubalis) Milk: An Index of Sanitary Quality by by Eduardo Mendoza grams of Jesuit, Oblate, and Marist (JOM) Col- Students were given the chance to Twelve students from the different Sonny Angelo A. Argao leges and Universities in Mindanao Towards ask questions and clarify their doubts their résumés and were interviewed for colleges as well as from the high school Acceptability of Rice (Oryza sativa)-Crust Pizza Creating Persons of Dialogue, Understanding about their future careers. the 450 registered jobs available, 300 department presented their researches by Myan Cher Rendon NDMU-CHED ZRC, of Mindanawon Identities, were conceptu- Entrepreneurship was also intro- of which were jobs overseas and were and answered queries from respected College of Business PAIR holds training of alized by the participants in the two-day duced by one of the speakers as an al- mostly for graduating computer sci- NDMU faculty and staff. The Feasibility Study on the Construction of editors for refereed workshop and will be submitted to the dif- ternative to being employed in offices ence, information technology, and ac- College and High School students NDMU Development Cooperative Apartment ferent funding institutions. and firms, given the issue of high unem- counting students, among others. also had the chance to ask questions by John Sejas and Diana Baysic research journal ployment and underemployment rates. College of Nursing and give their comments and sugges- After the Education-Industry Dia- Parents’ role in students’

Health Knowledge and Practices of T’boli and esearch enthusiasts from various tions on the researches presented. Muslim Women During Postnatal Period as a Rcolleges and universities in Min- logue, the graduating class of 2007 were career development “It was an avenue for us to further Basis for Health Education Program danao and Visayas gathered at Notre given reminders and tips on how to be appreciate the role of research to hu- by Eden Grace Magbanua Dame of Marbel University last April successful in job hunting through the underscored in a seminar man life,” says Diana Baysic, presenter Compliance to Quality Prenatal Care of Preg- 2-3, 2007 to learn about the different Pre-Employment Seminar. ecognizing the big role of the par- from the College of Business. nant Adolescents in Poblacion I, Polomolok, aspects of publishing a refereed re- In the said seminar, Ms. Alicia O. Rents in the development of an in-

Presenters received cash incentives South Cotabato search journal. Montilla gave inputs on personal- dividual in various aspects, the NDMU for their researches. by Renz Dominic Salada Directors of Research Centers, admin- ity enhancement and and preparations Guidance, Scholarship, and Testing Cen- College of Liberal Arts istrators, and faculty members filled the for and the right attitude during inter- ter, headed by Mrs. Elaine Labiao, con- The Language & Structure Reflected in the Col- NDMU Alumni Center for the Training of views. ducted a Parenting Seminar on January lected Popular Graffiti from among Selected 20, 2007 at the Alumni Center. Public High Schools in the City of Koronadal Editors for a Refereed Research Journal at Peace research expert, Dr. Ofelia Du- d Thirty parents of first year college by Jobelle Deala the Alumni Center included talks on Jour- rante of Ateneo de Zamboanga University Declining Number of Radio Stations in the City nal of Research, Editorial Policies, External students attended the event that fea- was the resource speaker and facilitator of tured the Role of Parents in the Career of Koronadal as Perceived by Media Practitio- Refereeing System, and Considerations the workshop. ners Development of their Children and Ba- in Journal Publication by former CHED NDMU hosted the workshop as part of by Hilbert Estacion Commissioner Dr. Roberto Padua, and sic Career Counseling Skills given by Mrs. College of Education its commitment to the Jesuit, Oblate, and Alicia B. Valera, administrator of Mary Basic Principles in Proofreading Research Marist collaboration in Mindanao. The Academic Achievement in Physics of Stu- Papers by Salvador dela Peña, University Mount High School. dents Under Physics Major and Non-Physics The participants were from Ateneo de Editor of Liceo de Cagayan University. The seminar was conducted in con- Major Teachers in Koronadal City Public High Zamboanga University, Xavier University, sonance with the university’s commit- Eden Grace Magbanua BSN-4 answers Schools, School year 2004-2005 CHED ZRC for Regions XI and ARMM Ateneo de Davao University, Notre Dame questions about her research study. ment to develop the civic conscious- by Ariel Lalisan and parts or Regions X and XII in coop- University, Notre Dame of Midsayap College, The following are the different re- ness, faith in the Lord, and responsive Effects of Various Saline Concentrations on the eration with the Philippine Association Notre Dame of Kidapawan College, Notre search studies presented in the 2nd Stu- attitudes among the students--this time, Hatching of Artemia salina (Brine Shrimp) eggs of Institutions for Research (PAIR) spear- Dame of Dadiangas University, and NDMU. dent Research Forum: by Lyndel Villaflor headed the said training. through their parents. 4 5 NDMUCares NDMUCares BEAM ACCESS Coordinator commends NDMU STL improves San Miguel Nat’l High School library CED alumna is Pathways’ outstanding youth leader he partnership between Pathways to San Miguel National High School library, eann Jester C. Daus, a Physics major “I would and Brgy. Saravia in the City of Koronadal, THigher Education and various organiza- which was formally inaugurated on April 2, Lfresh graduate, was proclaimed one not have been South Cotabato. tions and individuals, has helped improve 2007. among the Five Outstanding Pathways able to fruit- During their recognition day, 52 Youth Volunteer Leaders in the coun- fully perform out-of-school youths and 83 adults, com- try. my duties posed of Christians, Muslims, and Lumads, The search was part of the celebra- in the youth received Certificate of Completion. tion of Pathways’ fifth year of operation group if not for The youths who completed A&E were in the country and aimed to recognize the support of accredited by the Department of Educa- students who possess the core values my fellow vol- tion as completers of the prescribed cur- of the organization through their vol- unteers,” says riculum for ALS, while the FL completers unteer service in the youth groups and Daus. were given a livelihood assistance, which communities they belong to. will serve as seed fund for their entrepre- Daus had been a volunteer tutor for Pathways gathers previous neurial venture. almost three years and was the Assistant Medelina Brillo, Coordinator of BEAM AC- program beneficiaries “These programs were implemented Principal for Academics of the T’nalak CESS Program lauds NDMU’s successful from January 2006 to April 2007,” said implementation of their projects. Youth Group (TYG), the Pathways youth hirty eight college students who Edgar Penuela, FL and Livelihood Coordi- formation in NDMU. Twere beneficiaries of last year’s “Hindi kami nagkamali sa pagpili sa nator of NDMU-CCC. “The ALS program is SMNHS Principal Yolando dela Cruz and Sandra As the Assistant Principal, she took Pathways Tutorials and Self-Enhance- NDMU bilang service provider.” modular, while the parents under FL are Mae Bonrustro of Pathways cut the ceremonial charge of the programs of the youth ment Workshops gathered last De- ribbon during the opening of the library. asic Education Assistance for Mindan- taught for four hours every week at the group like the tutorials and computer cember 18, 2006 at the NDMU quad- Bao ACCES Region XII Project Coordi- learning sites we built in their respective Sharing the Light (STL), a library develop- After the completion of the library, the literacy program. rangle for the 1st South Cotabato nator Medelina Brillo commended Notre community.” ment project, has been made possible for San T’nalak Youth Group will facilitate a reading The Five Outstanding Pathways Pathways College General Assembly. Dame of Marbel University-Champagnat Partnership between NDMU and Miguel NHS through the support of the NDMU program for the students to maximize the use Youth Volunteer Leaders were honored The activity served as a reunion of Community College during the recogni- BEAM ACCESS will continue as they be- Library, student organizations in NDMU, of the new library. during the 4th National Pathways Youth Batch 2005-2006, as well as a venue for tion day of Functional Literacy and Ac- gin another round of implementation in SMNHS Faculty Club and PTCA, Rotary Club of Part of the second phase of the project is Convention, an annual gathering of vol- the scholars to meet with the Mayors of creditation and Equivalency completers, other communities. Koronadal, Marbel (Host) Lion’s Club, Fitmart the training of the librarian who will supervise unteers from around the country held at their respective LGUs and to share their April 19, 2007 at the NDMU gymnasium. “We hope that after the program, Mall, and other generous individuals. the newly-opened library. NDMU library staff the Ateneo de Manila University on April experiences as college freshmen. NDMU has successfully implement- [the beneficiaries] can already stand on Newly-built and furnished with new will take care of the training. 18-21, 2007. They were also given inputs on Ad- ed the Alternative Learning System Ac- their own,” Mr. Penuela added. books, shelves, tables, and chairs, the San STL is a nationwide project spearheaded TYG leaders Mark Aethen Agana justing to College Life, Time Management, creditation and Equivalency (ALS A&E) Moreover, Mrs. Brillo encouraged Miguel NHS library is expected to improve the by Children’s Hour, Personnel Management BSCS-3 and Ronnel Victor dela Cruz and Leadership Skills as a continuation of program for out-of-school youths and the completers to continue working to- education of the students in the said school by Association of the Philippines, and Pathways to BSMA-3 represented the T’nalak Youth their follow-through self-enhancement the Functional Literacy (FL) program for wards their dreams, “Ipadayon ninyo and providing them with better opportunity to ac- Higher Education, which aims to bring back life Group in the said event and received the activities to help the students maintain the parents in the communities of Brgy. pagkab-ot sa inyo nga mga damgo paagi cess knowledge and information. into public school libraries in the country. award in behalf of Daus. their college scholarships. Bunao in Tupi, Brgy. Maligo in Polomolok, sa edukasyon.” Champagnat Community College 3rd batch of BEAM ECE learners graduates bato Assistant Schools Division Super- he Japan-funded CHILD (Community Help highlights & accomplishments TIntegrated Lifelong Development) Pro- total of one-hundred-fourteen Director graced the event and shared intendent-OIC; Ms. Ma. Rosa C. Gutierrez, gram, which serves Sitio Demlong, Brgy. Halil- were admitted into the program. puter literacy, and Cosmetology. Achildren, the 3rd batch of Early some words to inspire the kids as well Koronadal City Schools Division Super- and and Brgy. Poblacion in Lake Sebu, Sitio Twenty-five learners graduated last March. Linkages & partnerships were formed with Childhood Education learners of the as the parents and teachers present. intendent; and Dr. Luz S. Almeda, CESO Lemla, Brgy. Kematu in T’boli, and Sitio Alon, total of 401 out-of-school youths in the 8 seven local shops for the trainees’ on-the-job ACCESS Program of the Basic Educa- Bro. Wilfredo E. Lubrico, FMS; Ms. IV, DepEd Region XII, also witnessed the Brgy. San Vicente in Banga, South Cotabato has barangays of Paglat, Maguindanao ben- training. A A laboratory was put up for the trainees tion Assistance for Mindanao gradu- Adelfa N. Espartero, DepEd South Cota- said event. sponsored 151 children (86 elementary pupils, efited from the USAID-EQUALLS-funded ALS 62 high school, and 3 college students). (Alternative Learning System) program. while some members of the staff were sent to ated last February 9, 2007 at the The beneficiaries and their parents also un- Eight Instructional Managers (IM’s) were seminars and exposure trips. NDMU Gymnasium. derwent reproductive health seminar, and indig- hired and trained who took charge of the learn- CESTeP is funded by Consuelo Foundation. Twenty-seven of which were from enous craft making training ing centers put up in the 8 barangays. Each ba- he AusAID-funded BEAM (Basic Educa- Sitio Agfaon, Bunao, Tupi, South Co- A seminar on Multi-Cropping Techniques rangay also availed of the Math & Science Kit, tion Assistance for Mindanao) ACCESS Cash Crops Production, and Bio-intensive Gar- which include books & laboratory equipment. T tabato; 30 from Purok 4, Bunao, Tupi, Program has provided Early Childhood Edu- dening was conducted, which benefited 80 par- Livelihood assistance was also provided to cation (ECE), functional literacy (FL), and live- South Cotabato; 31 from Purok Center, ents. the community. lihood program to Sitio Cabuling and Purok Maligo, Polomolok, South Cotabato; The center also constructed a T’boli house The ALS Association (ALSA) Team was Ilang-ilang, Brgy. Saravia, in Koronadal City, and 26 from Purok Crismus, Saravia, Ko- in Lake Sebu with the help of the parents and fa- formed and met with LGU officials of Paglat in Sitio Agfaon and Purok 4, Brgy. Bunao, Tupi, cilitated the loan grant amounting to P 10,000.00 the planning & sustainability workshop held on ronadal City. and Sitio Lamchua, Brgy. Maligo, Polomolok. for the improvement of Demlong water system. February 10-11, 2007. It has constructed 4 learning centers in the Certificates of graduation were eventy learners earn basic education he CESTeP (Champagnat E-Skills and Tech- service areas and has helped a total of 258 ben- awarded by the respective barangay through the home study program, AHEAD nical Program) offers technical course for eficiaries. captains, assisted by Mr. Ramon Bobier, (AlternativeS Home Education Agenda for De- highT school graduate out-of-school youths It has alsoextended livelihood program— BEAM Community Development Advis- velopment), a Ford Foundation/Synergeia- between 16-25 years old. livestock and microfinance—to 106 FL benefi- er, and Mrs. Medelina Brillo, BEAM Proj- funded program through Marcellin Founda- This year, 72 students were enrolled in the ciaries. tion. courses: Auto-Diesel Mechanics, General Elec- This year, the program will be serving Purok ect Coordinator. It has also helped seven abused children tronics & Cell phone Repair, Basic Electricity, Re- Roxas, Brgy. Esperanza, Koronadal, Brgy. Siluton Dr. Ian d’Arcy Walsh, BEAM Project (rape victims) from DSWD Regional Office who frigerator and Aircon Repair, Dress making, Com- and Brgy. Bacdulong, Lake Sebu. 6 7 insideNDMU insideNDMU

Administrators evaluate the university’s performance in SY 06-07 NDMU faculty reviews syllabi Starting this year, she added, “We are going Plans for the next school year drafted Library offers ministrators also analyzed the universi- text-based n the two-day Syllabi Revision Workshop to make it part of our academic cycle; we will be affairs, and pastoral concerns. ty’s strengths, weakness, opportunities, Iorganized by Academic Vice-President Dr. going over our syllabi every two to three years.” Academic Vice-President and threats. Quick Search Noemi Silva, faculty members went over the Bro. Wilfredo E. Lubrico, FMS, in his speech, Dr. Noemi B. Silva discussed the Based on the SWOT analysis, Bro. contents of all courses offered in the different reminded the teachers of the right attitude to- accomplishments and activities Lubrico, FMS drafted the thrusts for SY its of information programs of each college. wards work, like punctuality and coming to class of the five colleges, Integrated 2007-2008, which will be integrated in Bfrom the NDMU College teachers gathered at the University religiously, among others. Basic Education Department, the action plan. library are now only Library on May 29-30 to achieve one goal, to up- Graduate School, ETEEAP, the In his speech, the president empha- a text away with date and improve the syllabi as one factor in up- Library and Educational Media sized that everyone should keep work- its Text-a-Librarian grading the quality of NDMU Education. Center, Registrar and Records ing for the good of NDMU. Virtual Quick Search, The academic vice-president said that it is Section, and Research and Pub- He also stressed that the adminis- which started during part of the work of the teacher to prepare a syl- Academic Vice-President Dr. Noemi B. Silva presents lication Center. trators will be models of the behavior the second semester labus for each course he or she teaches. the analysis of the academic sector’s SWOT. Information on student and work ethics expected of the school of SY 2006-2007. Mrs. Victoria Paterno and Mrs. Leila Tejada ex- n order to improve the quality of services, personnel development, and personnel as policies will be uniformly Using Short Mes- plained the important elements that the teach- INDMU education, administrators other administrative concerns were im- implemented. saging System (SMS or ers should take note of in revising, and in some gathered at the Alumni Center on parted by Administrative vice-president After the two-day evaluation, a rec- Text), the library gives cases, preparing a syllabus. March 27-28 for the performance Andres O. Magallanes, Jr. reation activity at Gumasa, Glan, Saran- its clients an innovative “There are syllabi that need to be revised. evaluation and planning conference. An open forum was facilitated by Dr. gani Province followed. way to obtain answers Other courses do not have syllabi yet since we re- University president Bro. Wilfredo Felipe Concepcion, wherein significant Another Administrators’ Assembly to their immediate vised the curriculum of some programs,” Dr. Silva The RE faculty, with Bro. Wilfredo Lubrico, FMS, E. Lubrico, FMS reviewed the thrusts for issues were raised and possible solu- was held on May 28, where new poli- queries even without said. revises the syllabi of the core of the curriculum. the last school year and presented up- tions were suggested. cies and programs were presented and having to visit the dates on community extension services To be able to draw actions plans in responsibilities were turned over to new library. FacultyDevelopment and special programs, finances, alumni answer to identified concerns, the ad- heads of the different departments. “By texting a brief question to either Dr. Grace Vicente, Standards on Program Convention, Baguio City Pearlmont Inn, Cagayan de 0919-385-6684 or Ms. Emma Dorado Administration February 8-10, 2007 Oro City Atty. Jade Jamora and Ms. Fatima 11th Annual Convention of Crown Regency, Davao City February 26-27, 2007 CMRE gives political DoLE conducts LHP Bataga of DoLE XII presented the Labor 0917-902-4588, the Natural Products Soci- December 12, 2006 Intel Teach Training Pro- students and faculty ety of the Philippines gram Ms. Wenny Panganiban, education to personnel seminar in NDMU Relations and Human Resource Relations Silliman University, Dr. Grace Vicente UP NISMED Mr. Vladen Silver aspects of the LHP program, respectively, members can now ac- Dumaguete City Integrated Water Diliman, Quezon City Orbesido, Mr. John Paul week before the national midterm Facinabao while Mr. Joel Gonzales, Board Secretary of cess information in the December 4-5, 2006 Management May 31-June 8, 2007 elections, the Campus Ministry Sydney Hotel, Updates on Income Taxes A RTWPB XII, talked on global trade. library,” explains Arvin Mrs. Connie Magallanes and Run After Tax Evaders and Religious Education department Engr. Janet Gargantiel, General Santos City DoLE XII Regional Director Ma. Gloria Tejada who is in-charge Mrs. Angelina Amonceda December 12-13, 2006 National Seminar-Work- EMR, City of Koronadal gave political education for NDMU 1st National Intel-Teach shop for Science and Math- March 1, 2007 Tango graced the said seminar. of the service. personnel in a program held at the Forum UP-NISMED Diliman, Engr. Janet Gargantiel ematics Educators An open forum followed each talk, “We usually attend Quezon City Pre-Service INSET Package UP NISMED, Diliman, Que- Dr. Noemi B. Silva SMC Hall, May 9, 2007. to those ready refer- December 4-8, 2006 Workshop on Content- zon City Dr. Grace Vicente where the participants had the chance to Dr. Susana V. Dorado Fr. Romeo Catedral, presented the ence questions like the based Learning in English, February 9-10, 2007 ask questions on LHP. Mr. Angelito Parcon, Jr. Science & Mathematics Training of Editors for Refer- current political situation in the coun- day’s dollar rate among CHED Regional Conference Mergrande Hotel, Engr. Ricardo Antesa eed Research Journal Alumni Center, NDMU try and discussed the important role of Admin VP Mr. Andres Magallanes (right) others,” says Director of on Ladderized Programs Davao City Mr. Ramon Siason, 2nd Book Lovers’ Club NDDU Auditorium January 25-26, 2007 Mrs. Margarita Silva, April 2-3, 2007 the citizens in ensuring honest elections and CST Dean Engr. Gladys Paciente ac- Libraries Fe Diaz, “But Ms. Rhonna dela Cruz, tively participates in the workshop. Gen. Santos City and in nation building. Convention held in NDMU we also entertain those December 8, 2006 Mathematics Society Na- Ms. Relin Navarro, Dr. Buenafe Quillope, NDMU administrators, faculty, and n cooperation with the Department of tional Convention Dr. Buenafe Quillope, Mr. Ivan Ortuoste, ooks and Information Technol- who need further assis- Engr. Gladys Paciente Bohol Tropics Resort, Bohol Mrs. Petrocil Manzano Mrs. Susan Joji Rolluqui non-teaching staff attended the said po- ILabor and Employment, Notre Dame of Bogy Society and NDMU Library tance like those doing Credit Transfer Program May 17-20, 2007 Conflict Transformation Mindanao Peace and Devel- litical education. Marbel University equipped its adminis- Meeting (EO 358) Christ the King Formation opment jointly conducted the 2nd Book their thesis and cannot Center, City of Koronadal Research Workshop Performing its role in the commu- trators and personnel with knowledge NDDU, General Santos City Dr. Vilma Agabon, Lovers’ Club Convention last De- find the references they December 8, 2006 Mrs. Estrella Golingay, February 16-17, 2007 Alumni Center, NDMU nity, the CM-RE department aimed to on Labor, Human Relations, and Produc- cember 2, 2006 and the SMC Hall, need. We look for those Mrs. Carmen Nana May 9-10, 2007 guide the personnel in making a con- tivity (LHP) in a seminar/workshop/fo- Seminar on ISO 22000 Reading Asia for Forging Mrs. Barbara Osita NDMU. books and inform them DOST Region XI for LABCON Identities in Literature Mr. Silverio Tandog Mr. Jose Nilo Bulao scientious choice as they go to their re- rum held on April 24, 2007 at the Alumni Retired Professor Generoso Opu- through text. ” members, Ateneo de Manila University Mrs. Leila Tejada Training of Trainors for Sta- tistical Research Training spective polling places on May 14. Center. lencia talked about and shared his This service is part Madapo Training Center, Quezon City Ms. Victoria Paterno Davao City Water District February 1-3, 2007 Professional Development Center experiences in storytelling and how it of the NDMU Library’s February 15-16, 2007 Workshop on USC, Cebu City Peace and Dev’t Center 2007 at the SMC Hall, NDMU. becomes more enjoyable. Current Awareness Ms. Virginia Carbon, Authentic Assessment May 15-19, 2007 Fr. Romero Catedral talked on the Mrs. Liezl Gandola, Mr. Mrs. Patria Lachica, Mergrande Ocean Resort, Participants composed of stu- Services. Roberto Mabayag, Mr. Mr. Juanisto Ocate Davao City Mrs. Connie Magallanes, conducts symposium usual situations during campaign peri- dents from Notre Dame-Siena College “We are still studying Rizalino Rupisan, Mr. Wil- Mga Isyung Pang-Wika at February 21-23, 2007 Mrs. Nelfa Dormitorio, Mrs. Angelina Amonceda od, on the day of the election and after. now whether it is really fredo Atayan Panliteratura at mga Es- on Good Governance of Polomolok, ND Banga, King’s Col- Philippine Fitness Society tratehiya sa Pagtuturo ng Mr. Rogelio Tuburan Seminar-Workshop on Religious Education students as lege of Marbel,King’s College of Isu- effective or not“ Tejada Fitness Seminar-Workshop Wika LABCON Meeting Syllabi Enhancement DMU Peace and Development well as school personnel attended the lan, Esperanza National High School, adds. Davao City Pagbasa at Panitikan DOST XI, Davao City Davao City December 8-10, 2006 Notre Dame University May 23-24, 2007 May 16-18, 2007 NCenter conducted a Symposium said symposium. Green Valley College Foundation, He also says, they Cotabato City on Good Governance that zeroed in The said symposium was spear- Inc., NDMU-Integrated Basic Educa- have plans to further Mr. Juan E. Almodiente February 2-3, 2007 Mr. Ernie Bonzo, Engr. Victorino Tobias, Jr. on Pre- and Post-Election 2007 Sce- headed by Peace Director Dr. Buenafe Public Consultation in Mr. Ivan Ortouste SWEEP Faculty Immersion tion and NDMU College participated improve the Virtual Teacher Education Mr. Marlon Aniversario Institutional Partnerships Smart Communications, Inc. nario: A Peace Concern on February 1, Quillope. in the Quiz Bowl, Storytelling off the Quick Search service. Programs & Policies, and 9th PSITE National for Research Excellence May 28-June 8, 2007 Cuff (College), Reading Aloud (High 8 School) competitions. 9 insideNDMU alumniConnection NDMU offers tribute NDMU welcomes 20 MAPAC student Brothers NDMU recognizes Alumni Achievers Alvi makes it to the top to this year’s retirees otre Dame of Marbel University al Agustin Dema-ala and Mrs. Mila Pre- cioso were given recognition for their n three different occasions, Notre Nrecognizes annually alumni who achievements in Government Service Dame of Marbel University paid trib- are achievers in the fields Science and I for Education and Training, respectively. ute to its retirees who had served the Technology, Education/Training, Busi- Meanwhile, Atty. Ferdinand Hernan- university for many years. ness Entrepreneurship, and Govern- dez was also awarded on March 26 dur- Q In a program dubbed as Masigabong ment Service. During the 51st Commencement ing the high school graduation ceremo- & Pasasalamat on March 14, 2007 at Splash A Exercises on March 18, 2007 at the South nies as an outstanding alumnus of the Alvi Kuusela T. Bernadas Del Rio Resort, City of Koronadal, the 8th Place, MedTech Licensure Exam Cotabato Gymnasium, Ret. Major Gener- high school department. NDMU family thanked Dr. Ma. Vilma F. Aga- Q: Did you expect to be in the top ten or to bon, Miss Coronacion L. Feca, Dr. Jovita J. have a high rating in the exam? Felongco, Miss Irene L. Paterno, Mr. Enrico College Alumni Association elects new officers A: I did not expect that I will belong to the ciation elected its new set of officers. Sadava, and Mr. Danilo Silva, who are end- top ten because, hey, it’s the board exam and Student Brothers sing and dance to a native They are the following: ing their professional careers at NDMU. song from Papua New Guinea as they per- there are lots of more intelligent people out President: Christopher Gasendo there! But all of us in the batch aimed high, Another tribute was set for Drs. Aga- form for the NDMU faculty and staff. Vice-President: Carmen Nana and that’s what I did. Of course, who wouldn’t bon and Felongco, and Miss Paterno dur- wenty student Brothers from the Secretary: Leila Tejada want to be in the top ten? We said that we ing the tribute and distinction dinner, held Marist Asia Pacific Center (MAPAC) will just do our best, and God will give it to T Treasurer: Margarita Silva on March 1, 2007 at the Campus Ministry based in Marikina joined the NDMU us what He thinks is right for us. Auditor: Debbie Mendoza and Religious Education Hall. family from April to May 2007 as part Q: How did you prepare for the board PRO: Ariel Lalisan Miss Myrna Dador also retires this of their education program. exam? Board of Directors: A: Actually the hardest part of taking the year, along with Atty. Augusto Velarde, the They took up several education George Diaz, Ernesto Rentoza, Adela board exam is the preparation. It is gruel- university legal counsel. courses here in NDMU like lesson plan- hrough a general assembly held Alibugha, Ernie Bonzo, Elsie Fusingan, ing yet fun—you just have to manage your A simple tribute was prepared for ning and educational technology under time wisely, get things balanced, prioritize on May 26, 2007 at the NDMU Cov- Rhonna dela Cruz, Rose Sioco, Rodolfo them last April 25, 2007 at the St. Marcellin the university’s reputable professors. T your goals and commit always your plans to ered Area, the College Alumni Asso- Faldas, Navarro, Eduardo Bolanio Chapel. They were officially welcomed by the the Lord. Personally I had a time schedule of what needs to be done, and I really kept it. Plaques of appreciation and gifts university administrators, faculty, and staff Q: What tips can you give to those NDMU were presented to the retirees as symbols last April 20, 2007 at the Alumni Center. HS batch ’67 celebrates Ruby anniversary s it celebrates its 40th anniversary, the good ‘ol days with classmates and students who will be taking their board of gratitude for the service they had ren- “Thank you for making us feel at A student Brother discusses with Mrs. Te- exams? dered to the NDMU community. home,” says a Brother from Fiji, in re- jada during one of their sessions in Lesson Abatch 1967 of the high school de- friends,” says alumni coordinator Ma. A: They say that success belongs not only Planning class. “You [the retirees] would always be sponse. partment conducted a well-attended Concepcion Ureta. to the brightest but also to the determined part of the NDMU family,” says Bro. Wil- Coming from 10 different countries, ily welcomes to its fold student Brothers reunion on April 14, 2007 in the Notre Batch ’67 president Ed Siason said ones, so be determined. Believe in yourself that you can do it. In everything be the best, fredo Lubrico, FMS. the Brothers also performed songs and from MAPAC. Dame of Marbel University campus. that it was because of the efforts exert- “A big turnout of alumni registered ed by the organizers in making sure that because you are serving a great God. Ask dances from their native lands. The student Brothers stayed at the the Lord to help you and give you the wis- Every summer, the NDMU fam- Marist Formation Center. and spent the whole day reminiscing the celebration would be meaningful. dom for all the decisions and choices that NLEX passers, parents you are going to make. Most importantly express gratitude to NDMU Personnel undergoes Adobe Photoshop training Acctg Batch ’77 comes home on its 30th year put God first in everything you do because ccounting Batch 1977 alumni struction of the Alumni Center, which is surely He will give you the desires of your n the thanksgiving and testimonial s part of the development pro- through a hands-on training on the heart—like what He did for our batch—be- gleamed like pearls as they cel- now a useful venue for activities hosted dinner of the Nursing Licensure Ex- gram for non-teaching staff, the basic tools and applications of the soft- A cause honestly it was a very impossible feat I A ebrate their 30th year as graduates of by NDMU. amination passers held on February 8, Personnel Office conducted a semi- ware with demonstrations made by especially for our batch. NDMU. Bro. Wilfredo E. Lubrico, FMS, in his 2007 at the Alumni Center, the newly nar-workshop on using Adobe Pho- research and publication assistant, Ms. Q: How has NDMU prepared you for your The batch reminisced their college message, said, “Whoever you are now, chosen career? registered nurses and their parents toshop last March 30, 2007 at the Debbie Balonon, who was the work- days in a two-day batch reunion at the whatever success you are achieving, we A: NDMU has not only equipped me with recognized the university’s contribu- NDMU Computer Center. shop’s resource person. Alumni Center on May 18 and at Olaer are proud to say that NDMU is part of the knowledge I need to pass the board ex- tions to their success. Thirty non-teaching staff went The workshop provided the per- ams. More importantly, NDMU has equipped Nature Spring, General Santos City on whatever you have become.” In the board exam last December, sonnel with inputs in en- me with the values, skills, experiences, and May 19. The batch also has plans to extend 76.92% of BSN graduates of NDMU hancing photographs and memories that will help me through with A thanksgiving mass was celebrated help to the university. my life after I graduated from NDMU. That is passed, better than the national pass graphic designing using the on the first day and a pro- why I’m really very thankful to NDMU for its rate of 49.09%. Adobe Photoshop software. gram where each one was existence, vision and mission. I never regret In behalf of her batch, Mary Joy Abi- “The knowledge that having my undergraduate studies there. able to share stories and din, RN expressed how thankful they are [the personnel] will learn in experiences followed. to the university as she narrated their the workshop will be use- editorial staff An alumnus, Conrado hardships in the retake, she said, “the ful in making presentations The NDMU BULLETIN is published by the Barranco, shared his suc- Research & Publication Center, San Lorenzo support of the NDMU administration and reports,” says Ma. Con- cess story having worked Ruiz Building, Notre Dame of Marbel University, mattered.” ception Ureta, NDMU Per- Alunan Avenue, City of Koronadal, South in the US Army and as a Cotabato 9506. In his message, NDMU president sonnel Officer who spear- current senior auditor of Tel no.: (083) 228-9439 Email: [email protected] Bro. Wilfredo E. Lubrico, FMS stressed not headed the training. Defense Contract Audit Text and Layout by ARIEL C. LALISAN only the importance of their profession Agency in Arlington, Texas. Consultants: but also of living the Christian way and Ms. Debbie Balonon shows to a non-teaching staff the right tools He is noted for the do- DR. LINA A. MONDEJAR, Research Director following the teachings of Jesus. BRO. WILFREDO E. LUBRICO, FMS, University President to use in enhancing the photo. nation he made for the con- 10 11 NDMU athletes bring NDMU joins CHED@13 celebration home 11 medals from excellent tertiary edu- cation. PRISAA Nat’l Games “We should be fter weeks of rigorous training able to educate the Aand several days of fierce compe- youth in preparation tition, the university’s delegation to for leadership of the the Private Schools Athletic Associa- region. These people tion (PRISAA) National Games held in don’t need second-rate Iloilo City last April 21-26, 2007 won education but glob- in the following events: ally competitive educa- Gold tion,” she stressed. Raffy Futolan Taekwondo Furthermore, she Haide Hechanova Karatedo challenged the admin- Silver istrators to be active Alvin Divino Karatedo contributors to the at- Yuberly Mimbalawag Taekwondo tainment of the objec- Bronze tives of CHED. Raymund Villapa Taekwondo Dr. Carmen Dormitorio (center), is flanked The guests also Clover Mae Alvarez Lawn Tennis by CHED XII staff, and administrators of partook a breakfast at NDMU and other schools. Jendee Guyos and the Alumni Center and visited the IT ex- Angel Lee Becenia Table Tennis ith a thanksgiving mass held at hibit at the administration building lob- Jorjohn Cajandig Badminton Wthe St. Marcellin Champagnat by, which featured CS/IT syllabi, sample (Mixed) chapel on May 21, 2007, NDMU took student works, and free web access. Jorjohn Cajandig and Badminton part in the celebration of the Commis- Jomar Arandia (Doubles) sion on Higher Education’s 13th year in service. Marist Meet ‘07 Regional Director Dr. Carmen Dor- mitorio CESO VI, other CHED XII staff, and stresses Marist Mission administrators of several schools in the NDMU-IBED champs region visited the university to partici- he 2007 Marist Meet put forth the pate in the celebration. Tspirit of unity and generosity of the Dr. Dormitorio emphasized that the Marist family with its theme, “One Heart, event signifies CHED’s coming closer to One Mission: to love, to share, to give.” its destiny, which is the attainment of Held on January 18-20, 2007, the sports event gathered elementary and high school delegates from Marist School Integrated Basic Education Department of Marikina, Notre Dame of Cotabato, Student Achievers Notre Dame of Kidapawan College, Notre CHAMPION. The research study en- Dame of Dadiangas University, and host titled Bio-Screening on the Clastogenic renne Abris in Copy Reading and Head- school, Notre Dame of Marbel University- Activity (Anti-cancer Potential) and Anti- line Writing (English). Integrated Basic Education Department. bacterial Property of Jatropha curcas Linn. QUALIFIERS. Four of Cotabato Re- Bro. Manuel de Leon, FMS, Provincial Extract by Dianne Marie Antesa, Ramz gional Athletic Association’s players Superior, Marist Brothers of the Philip- Peter Alocada, and Leo Villanueva best- in the Palarong Pambansa hosted by pines; Bro. Paterno Corpuz, FMS, Chair of ed other entries in the Life Science cat- the City of Koronadal on April 22-28, the Marist Ministry Commission & Educa- egory of the Regional Science Fair held 2007 were from NDMU-IBED. They were tion Committee, and Bro. Wilfredo E. Lu- on December 6-7, 2006. The researchers Jinky Avance (Table Tennis), Ian Pal- brico, FMS, NDMU president graced the represented Region XII in the Intel Phil- ermo (Swimming), Marc Jimmy Sando- opening ceremony of the said event. ippines Science Fair at Tagaytay Interna- val (Atheltics), and grader Rolando Mari Aside from competitive sports, the tional Convention Center on February Doria (Taekwondo) played for CRAA in meet also included Academic Competi- 14-17, 2007. the Palarong Pambansa 2007. tion, Singing Competition (Vocal Solo, Vo- 5TH PLACE. Ely Paul Tomas took the SUCCESSFUL. Tinig Marista, Grad- cal Duet), cultural presentation (folk dance fifth spot in Copy Reading and Headline ers Choir, and Marist Movers staged a competition, modern hip-hop/popular Writing (English) in the National Schools Christmas variety show at the South Co- dance competition, & dancesport compe- Press Conference held on February 17- tabato Gymnasium and Cultural Center tition), and solidarity night. 23, 2007 in Baguio City. Other qualifiers on December 8, 2006 that drew a crowd NDMU-IBED bested other schools in include Ramz Peter Alocada in Feature of people who are looking forward to a most of the activities and was declared Writing (Filipino) and grader Frances Ei- wholesome entertainment experience. over-all champion. 12