Volume I July 2017 PASUC holds midyear general assembly 2017 All roads led to Century Park Hotel, Malate, Manila as The last day was spent with the presentation on the the Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges topic, ‘NBC No. 461: QCE Framework and Evaluation’, by (PASUC) held its General Assembly, 5-7 July. Themed as Dr. Serafin L. Ngohayon, president, Ifugao State University “PASUC @ 50: At the Forefront of the Global Dynamics of and chairperson, TWG for Revision of QCE Framework and Public Higher Education”, the Assembly was attended by Evaluation Instrument. Parallel meetings of associations were politicians, speakers from neighboring Asian countries and also held before the closing ceremonies. Selected members of officials from the different State Universities and Colleges CvSU Administrative Council attended the three-day midyear (SUCs) in the country. general assembly. Hon. Alan Peter S. Cayetano, Secretary of the Department of Foreign Affairs, was the keynote speaker during the opening ceremonies, which was followed immediately by the plenary session, with Dr. Jude A. Duarte, President, Leyte Normal University and member of the Forum Management Committee, who presented the topic on the ‘Output of the Regional Fora in Constitutional Reforms: Its Impact on Higher Education, Peace and Development’. Meanwhile, ‘PASUC @ 50: The Report Card’, was presented by Dr. Ricardo E. Rotoras, PASUC and University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (USTSP) president. After the presentations, the Executive Board Meeting and Election of Officers were conducted at the Corregidor B Function Room of the hotel. Highlight during the first day was the welcome dinner message of Hon. Pia S. Cayetano, Congresswoman of the Lone District of Taguig and the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives. The next day was filled with competent speakers in the A pose from the members of the Administrative Council during the morning, who talked on the following interrelated topics: PASUC General Assembly Dr. Patricia B. Licuanan, chairperson, Commission on Higher Education (CHED), with her keynote address, ‘Policy Cresino is certified member of NGRP PCW Framework on SUC’s Response to the Global Dynamics of Public Higher Education; Dr. Alex B. Brilliantes, Jr., professor, Dr. Nelia C. Cresino, director, Gender and Development National College of Public Administration and Governance of the University, is now certified member of the National (NCPAG) and former CHED commissioner, ‘Attaining GAD Resource Pool of the Philippine Commission of Women Leadership Excellence in State Universities and Colleges’; Dr. (NGRP PCW), after she received her certificate at the Hive Tim Eing Ming Wu, executive director, Edu-Connect Southeast Hotel, Quezon City, 28 June. Asia Association and chair professor, Shu-Te University, The certification was granted after attending and passing Kaosiung, Taiwan, ‘Forging Innovative Partnerships and the Learning and Levelling Sessions, sponsored by PCW for the Linkages with International Universities’; Mr. Surenda Man potential members of the 5th Batch of the PCW GAD Resource Shrestha, vice president for development, Asian Institute of Pool. NGRP is PCW’s blueprint for the provision of strategic, Technology, Thailand, ‘Building an International Academic appropriate and effective Institution’; and Dr. Napoleon K. Juanillo, Jr., director, Office technical assistance to of Planning, Research and Knowledge Management, CHED, National Government ‘Establishing an International Research and Instructional Agencies (NGAs) and Faculty Force in the State Universities and Colleges’. Local Government Units The afternoon session started with a keynote speech (LGUs). from Hon. Francis Joseph “Chiz” Escudero, senator Dr. Cresino and chairperson, Committee on Education, Arts and was joined by 33 other Culture, entitled, ‘Universal Access to Higher Education’. members of the 5th Batch Equally competent speakers also discussed the following of GRP from NGAs, topics: Dr. Myrna Q. Mallari, Tarlac State University and Government Owned and Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities Controlled Corporations of the Philippines (AACCUP) president, ‘Moving Forward (GOCCs), civil towards ASEAN Quality Assurance’; Dr. Ricardo E. Rotoras, society organizations, ‘Framework for Academe-Industry Partnership: Quality and LGUs, academe, and Relevance in Higher Education’; and Fr. Joel E. Tabora, independent GAD SJ, president, Ateneo de Davao University and Catholic consultants. The activity Educational Association of the Philippines, ‘PASUC- was witnessed by the COCOPEA Conversations: Leveling of Expectation on Quality From left to right: Dr. Rhodora M. other members of NGRP. Assurance’. Wrapping up the second day of the Assembly was Bucoy, PCW chairperson, Dr. Nelia C. As of today, NGRP has a keynote speech from Hon. Lorna Regina “Loren” Legarda, Cresino, and Ms. Emmeline L. Verzosa, 112 active members in the senator and chairperson, Committee on Finance, entitled, PCW executive director, during the country. ‘Financing Public Higher Education Institutions’. awarding of certificate CvSU Mission CvSU Vision Cavite State University shall provide excellent, equitable, and relevant The premier university in historic Cavite recognized for educational opportunities in the arts, sciences and technology through quality excellence in the development of globally competitive and instruction and responsive research and development activities. morally upright individuals. It shall produce professional skilled and morally upright individuals for global competitiveness. Page 2 July 2017, Vol. I CAFENR faculty members serve as research evaluators; attend workshop Dr. Cristina F. Olo, faculty member of the College of Agriculture, Food, Environment and Natural Resources (CAFENR), Department of Animal Science, served as one of the four evaluators during the 2017 R&D Annual In- House Review of the Philippine Carabao Center, Munoz, Nueva Ecija, 4-6 July. Fifty researches on animal science were evaluated during the three-day event.

Delegates from Cavite State University and Batangas State University, pose for a group photo during the Organic Agriculture (OA) Curriculum Integration Workshop both from Quezon Province, as well as field immersion and orientation to organic farm set up. Highlight of the activities included workshop on integrating Organic Agriculture Learning Modules in the agricultural curricular programs offered by the university, such as BS Agriculture, Bachelor in Agricultural Entrepreneurship, BS Environmental Science, and BS Dr. Anabelle Sarabia (left), deputy director of Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) and Dr. Arnel Del Barrio (center), head of PCC, Fisheries. handing over the certificate of recognition to Dr. Cristina F. Olo Similarly, Dr. Analita dM. Magsino, dean of CAFENR, served as one of the panelists during the In-house review Moreover, Drs. Mariedel L. Autriz, also a faculty of the Department of Agriculture-Southern Tagalog member of CAFENR, Department of Animal Science and Integrated Agricultural Research Center (DA-STIARC), Eufemio G. Barcelon, Chairof the Institute of Food Science Marawoy, Lipa City, 28 July. and Technology, together with Dr. Cristina F. Olo, who Ten researches from various line agencies/centers served as head of the evaluators, were invited to the Agency under DA Regional Field Office IVA were evaluated by In-House Review of Research Proposals and Completed the panelists from DA-BAR, University of the Philippines Projects of the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) at BAI- Los Baños, Batangas State University and Cavite State Animal Product Development Center (APDC), Marulas, University. Valenzuela City, 18-20 July. NAEA elects officers; take oath The Non Academic Employees Association (NAEA) of the University had elected its officers who will serve the Association for the next two years. Established in November 2008, the newly-elected officers took their oath in a simple ceremony held at the Office of the University President with Dr. Hernando D. Robles as inducting officer, 11 July. The following were elected officers: President: Lolita G. Herrera; Vice-President: Arthur C. Eraña; Secretary: Erla F. Matel; Treasurer: Edna L. Mojica; Auditor: Marcelina Masicap; and P.R.O.: Ruel A. Herrera. Drs. Mariedel L. Autriz, Cristina F. Olo, and Eufemio G. Barcelon, The Association, having its own Constitution and together with the organizers and participants of BAI In-house review by-laws looks after the welfare and benefit of the members. Mrs. Lolita G. Herrera, fresh from her mandate as the Through STAARRDEC, BAI invited faculty members elected president said that members are protected through of the University to serve as evaluators of their completed the different programs, projects and activities designed for and on-going projects, as well as proposals. Twenty five them”. researches on the different fields and applications of animal science were evaluated and awards for ‘Best Paper’ based on research process and product development were given at the end of the three-day event. On the other hand, 16 faculty and staff from CAFENR and two from Naic Campus attended the “Organic Agriculture Curriculum Integration Workshop” at Cortijos de Palsabangon, Pagbilao, Quezon, 19-21 July. The three-day workshop was sponsored by the Agricultural Training Institute (ATI) Region IVA, as one of the strategies in the adoption of organic agriculture practices in the country. Participants also visited Ato Belen’s Farm in San Pablo Newly-elected NAEA officers taking their oath with Dr. Hernando D. City, Uma Verde Econature Farm and Ka Mulong’s Farm, Robles, university president, as inducting officer CvSU Updates Editorial Consultants: Dr. Hernando D. Robles, Dr. Camilo A. Polinga, Dr. Julio G. Alava, Dr. Ruel M. Mojica and Dr. Henry O. Garcia Writer: Allan Robert C. Solis Layout Artist: Bryan R. Ayos For contributions, comments, and/or suggestions, Contributors: ACManuel,Jr., SMRom, NCCresino, ADLCero, ADMMagsino, EFMatel and LGHerrera please email at [email protected] Volume II July 2017 CHED initiates GAD visit to the Union of Myanmar Three state universities in CALABARZON, including Cavite bigger in number, in terms of employment, especially at University State University were invited by the Commission on Higher of Yangon. Education (CHED), in its initiative to visit the Union of Myanmar, With these observations, it paved the way to come up with 24 – 28 July, aimed at introducing and sharing the good practices recommendations that CHED-SUCs may enter into collaboration of the Philippines with regards to Gender and Development (GAD) with universities in the Union of Myanmar in the following areas: issues. research collaboration on GAD issues and women empowerment; joint sponsorship in hosting conferences on topics such as women and children’s rights, women in politics, women in education and training, women in economy, women in business; inter-country benchmarking through faculty exchanges, students’ fellowships and the like; lecture series on GAD issues; training on developing a curriculum program on integration of concepts on women studies, women in development and women and children’s rights; and establishing GAD Centers in the University System following the Philippine experience in United Nations-Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women (UN- CEDAW). Dr. Hernando D. Robles, university president, said that the visit was a great and rare opportunity to see how far Myanmar Group photo of CHED and SUC officials including Dr. Hernando D. Robles after the session has achieve its goals with regards to GAD issues and women empowerment. “I was glad CHED had chosen our University The visit enabled the group to observe the following: the to participate in this endeavor”, he added. For two consecutive government has not yet practiced GAD Mainstreaming in its years (2014 and 2015), the University was adjudged as the operation and governance; GAD Strategic Plan is in placed but Most Outstanding State University in Gender and Development not yet implemented; GAD issues are not part of the curriculum or Implementation in CALABARZON. integrated in the programs and projects, specifically at University of Myanmar, a country in Southeast Asia, also known as Burma Yangon; GAD issues are not disseminated across all sectors of the and also called the ‘Golden Land’, is almost twice the size of society due to lack of specific funding; university officials are aware Germany or slightly smaller than the U.S. State of Texas, expressed of GAD issues but these issues are not fully documented; GAD issues its willingness to learn from the Philippine experiences with regards are not formally included in the educational system; and women are to GAD and women empowerment. Faculty members attend training course for Regional Water and Sanitation Hubs Four selected faculty members of the University attended the Module 1 training on R/Hub Institutional Arrangements, at Bayview Park Hotel, Manila, 10-13 July. With the goal of providing potable water supply, particularly among poor and waterless communities, the national government, through the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG), has implemented two national water supply programs, namely: “Sagana at Ligtas Na Tubig Sa Lahat” (SALINTUBIG); and the “Assistance to Disadvantaged Municipalities (ADM) – Provision of Potable Water”. In line with this, DILG sought the support of From left to right: Ms. Amyel Dale L. Cero (CAFENR), Ms. Glaizalyn Noveno- Regional Water and Sanitation Hubs (Regional WatSan Hubs or R/ Camayang (CON), Prof. Roslyn P. Peña (CEIT), and Mr. Junser P. Magpantay Hubs) as partners in capacity development among SALINTUBIG (CAFENR), holding their certificates during the Module 1 training on and ADM beneficiaries nationwide. These Regional WatSan Hubs Sustainable Delivery of Integrated Safe Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (iWaSH) Programs, Systems, and Facilities for SALINTUBIG and ADM-PPWP exist in the regions across the country that consist of local water districts, state universities, and civil society organizations. Potable Water Programs”. The said program is a series of trainings Cavite State University is a member of Region IVA Regional (eight modules) from July 2017 to April 2018, with the end goal of WatSan Hub, along with the Development Academy of the Philippines fast-tracking the on-going projects and eventually building up more (DAP), Dasmariñas Water District (DWD), Southern Luzon State water supply facilities in communities that lack access to potable University (SLSU), Pagsanjan Water District (PAGWAD), De La water. Salle University – Dasmariñas (DLSU-D), and the Consultants for At the end of the four-day training, each R/Hub was able to Engineering, Science and Technology (CEST). formulate the organizational structure, draft of the Memorandum To empower and organize these Regional WatSan Hubs, DILG of Agreement, including Terms of References, and annual work has been conducting a training program on “Sustainable Delivery of plans. The said outputs shall be further developed for finalization Integrated Safe Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (iWaSH) Programs, and submission to DILG in order to access the funds available for Systems and Facilities for SALINTUBIG and ADM-Provision of each hub for the year 2017. CvSU Mission CvSU Vision Cavite State University shall provide excellent, equitable, and relevant The premier university in historic Cavite recognized for educational opportunities in the arts, sciences and technology through quality excellence in the development of globally competitive and instruction and responsive research and development activities. morally upright individuals. It shall produce professional skilled and morally upright individuals for global competitiveness. Page 2 July 2017, Vol. II NAEA sponsors civil service exam review for members To elevate the delivery of basic services to the clients, the employees”, she added. Non Academic Employees Association (NAEA) of the University Two faculty members from the College of Arts and Sciences sponsored a two-day review sessions for members who are interested (CAS), Profs. Andrew J. Siducon and Raquel G. Agustin, facilitated to take the Civil Service Examination, both for professional and the review on mathematics and English, respectively. sub-professional level, held at the International House I, 28-29 According to Ms. Erla F. Matel, NAEA secretary, 39 members July. responded to the invitation. “Members who are qualified to take Mrs. Lolita G. Herrera, NAEA president, together with the the examination were encouraged to attend the said review”, she officers of the Association, initiated this undertaking aimed at said. helping members pass the examination and eventually have a better Despite the uncooperative weather, participants who came chance of getting plantilla positions. “This is also an opportunity for from the main campus and satellite campuses attended the them to upgrade their skills and knowledge to be at par with other review.

NAEA members with Prof. Raquel G. Agustin of the College of Arts and Sciences during the review session in English “YES” training sees a promising ‘Yes’ to project proposals The Western Visayas Agriculture, Aquatic and the mandate and function of the organization. Then, the proposal Natural Resources Research, and Development Consortium must be aligned with the agenda and must be worth funding. He (WESVAARRDEC), in collaboration with the Department of also reminded not to take comments personally. Finally, one must Science and Technology - Philippine Council for Agriculture, keep in mind the main goal for presentation (e.g. new proposal, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST renewal of project). “You have to prepare for possible questions and - PCAARRD), sponsored a three-day training on “How to Get Key practice”, he concluded. Decision Makers to Say Yes to your Project Ideas”, at Grand Xing Aside from WESVAARRDEC, other participating consortia Imperial Hotel, Iloilo City, 18-20 July. include BCAARRD from Bicol; ViCAARP from Visayas; and our Organized by WESVAARRDEC, this training course generally very own STAARRDEC, headed by Dr. Edna DA. Vida, consortium aimed to equip the participants with the art and science of selling director, Prof. Almira G. Magcawas, deputy consortium director, their project ideas/proposals to PCAARRD’s Directors’ Council, Prof. Allan Robert C. Solis, regional knowledge management Governing Council and other key decision makers. Moreover, it coordinator, and staffs Joy DZ. Austria and Mark Jacob D. also aimed to understand their target audience’s information needs, Espineli. organize their presentation, create effective visuals, ‘sell’ their With an overwhelming and positive response from the report/proposal using various techniques, close their presentation participants, STAARRDEC plans to conduct a similar training for with a bang, handle questions, and prepare a re-entry plan to new faculty of the University, since it is already included in the enhance their presentation skills. training program of the Consortium. DMMMSU visits CvSU The Students Affairs and Services (SAS) personnel of the Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University, North La Union Campus (DMMMSU NLUC), Bacnotan, La Union visited the University, 19 July. Dr. Henry O. Garcia, Vice-President for Administrative and Support Services (VPASS), and staffs from the Office of Student Affairs and Services (OSAS), warmly welcomed the team, headed by Gregory B. Viste, SAS head. They were given a brief orientation and presentation on the best practices of OSAS, as well as the student housing services of the Participants of the “YES” training with Dr. Danilo C. Cardenas University. A tour around the facilities and amenities of the campus (seated) of PCAARRD and Dr. Lily Ann D. Lando (seated sixth from was also accorded to them. right), resource speaker The said visit was part of their educational tour to different Dr. Lily Ann D. Lando, interim director and research lead of State Colleges and Universities (SUCs) in the provinces of Cavite, WORLDFISH Philippine Country Office, was the resource speaker, Bulacan and Laguna. who brought out the best in each participant’s ability through a two and ten-minute visual presentation of output using the art of elevator pitch. She emphasized the importance of understanding and analysing the audience. “Everyone has a story to tell or product to sell, know your audience before you open your mouth”, she stressed. The closing program was highlighted with the presence of Dr. Danilo C. Cardenas, deputy executive director for administration, resource management and support services of PCAARRD, who gave some tips when presenting proposals to PCAARRD Directors’/ Governing Council. According to him, first, one must visit the venue before the actual presentation to be able to adjust the font size of the presentation (if necessary). Second, one must know the audience, including the language, weaknesses, preferences, interests. Third, one must also know the agenda during the meeting where the proposal will be presented. Fourth, a long and short versions of the Dr. Henry O. Garcia, VPASS with DMMMSU personel and students presentation must be prepared. Fifth, one must make sure to know during the brief orientation at the Lasap Hall CvSU Updates Editorial Consultants: Dr. Hernando D. Robles, Dr. Camilo A. Polinga, Dr. Julio G. Alava, Dr. Ruel M. Mojica and Dr. Henry O. Garcia Writer: Allan Robert C. Solis For contributions, comments, and/or suggestions, Layout Artist: Bryan R. Ayos please email at [email protected] Contributors: ADLCero, ADMMagsino , EFMatel, LGHerrera, AGMagcawas, EDAVida and VMMSuerto