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Palencia wins DOST- CAO features Second ‘Mechatronics’ NAST G.Y. Zara Award advocacy plays batch get degrees from Taiwan U Prof. Merlinda A. Palencia, PhD, a full professor story on page 14 in the Chemical Engineering Department, was Adamsonians soared high as the second batch awarded the Dr. Gregorio Y. Zara Medal for of the Mechanical Engineering (ME) major in Outstanding Technology Commercialization Mechatronics Engineering dual-degree program graduated last June 16 at the International during the opening of the 2019 National Science Conference Hall of the Minghsin University of and Technology Week (NSTW) Awards held last Science and Technology (MUST) in Taiwan. July 17. The batch composed of 16 M.E. students Dr. Palencia, who is known for her research who finished the two-year Mechatronics degree in MUST had their tassel-turning of the Vigormin substance, a blend of natural ceremony in the morning and graduated biogenic materials that significantly improve along with other students in the afternoon.

continue to page 8 continue to page 8 Editorial The novel coronavirus pandemic go along with the limitations they, too, have fallen victims not and bread. This the rich can do,” has shelved the whole world. It of the imposed quarantines, just to a health risk but also to Saint Vincent once said. has led to the death of millions, some of these laid-off workers the financial and social crisis and even the fall of economy have begun to ask where would brought by CoViD-19. “You are the servant of the of some countries. To this day, they get money to fund their poor, always smiling and CoViD-19, as it is infamously children’s education and their Being Adamsonians, we are good-humored. They are your known, has continued to fester daily necessities; some have Vincentians, and we belong to masters, terribly sensitive and country after country, person already resorted to begging in the bigger Vincentian Family. exacting master you will see. after person, forcing the World the streets, as we see in news Saint Vincent de Paul has been And the uglier and the dirtier Health Organization (WHO) to reports. known for his profound love they will be, the more unjust declare it as a pandemic. for the poor, and his works of and insulting, the more love you The pandemic has also left charity. Although we also feel must give them. It is only by In the Philippines, CoViD-19 everyone confined in their the brunt of the pandemic, we your love alone that the poor goes beyond being a health risk. homes, well this is the case for must not forget our brothers will forgive you the bread you The highly infectious virus has those who have houses. As we and sisters who have been less give to them.” caused countrywide quarantines see everyday in the streets of fortunate. leading to temporary closure the Metros, there remain street Let us remember the less of schools, churches, and dwellers roaming around amid “You will find out that Charity is fortunate. Charity has always businesses, which, in turn, led the threat of the coronavirus, a heavy burden to carry, heavier been good, and for the good, to massive lay-offs in some possibly aware but susceptible. than the kettle of soup and the be it in financial aid, social corporations, and even small- As establishments closed down full basket. But you will keep assistance, or in fervent prayer. scale businesses. Given the one by one, their sources of your gentleness and your smile. situation of the pandemic, to income have also dwindled; It is not enough to give soup Ad Meliora: trendsetters who take the lead learn how to make or improve in innovation – they who wed machines, instead, man must Marrying tech and STEM and the liberal arts. know why these innovations are humanities needed, and must be reminded To put things into perspective, a that it is him who must remain machine may give man answer in control and not technology. Why study the humanities? Although some may find but the former cannot provide Man must always be critical and Why study history, literature the aforementioned true, the latter questions. Technology analytic. and other ‘soft’ sciences when numerous trailblazers in the may be the revolution but man we are in the brink of the fourth technology industry are not remains the reason behind the Although man provides industrial revolution? from STEM-related programs. revolution. answers, he/she must also ask These personalities include questions. STEM careers may be Why study sociology or political Apple pioneer Steve Jobs who It is history that records the the makers of innovation but it is science when the world is driven dropped out from from Reed developments that science the humanities that allow these by technology, and is being College, a private liberal arts and technology produces. It breakthroughs’ conception. ‘upgraded’ through robots and college in Portland, USA. keeps a record of each society’s all forms of machine that ‘lessen’ progress in tradition, and As long as humanities and the works of man? Despite his success in the way of life – cultures that are technology are wed, man will technology field, Jobs individually unique for each have the potential to “change Today, technology has become acknowledged the impact of society, and unique for each the world”. the status quo. humanities in his endeavor, person. saying, With this, educational The humanities married to institutions, as it established “Technology alone is science also perpetuates man’s the new Senior High School not enough—it’s married search for knowledge – science Make it a program, have begun to put with liberal arts, married continues to give answers while practice to more focus on what is called with the humanities, the humanities continue to ask judge persons STEM (Science, Technology, that yields us the results questions. Such complement Engineering, and Mathematics) that makes our hearts gives man a never-ending cycle and things career programs. STEM has brought by skepticism. somewhat become the generic, sing.” in the most favorable or even the sole golden ticket It is through these arguments Looking at this situation, it is light at all times and for success, security, and even that we must remember to marry not just technology that solely relevance. science and technology and the under all circumstances. sets the status quo, but the humanities. Man must not just

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The Adamson News is distributed to Adamson officers, students, select partners, alumni (local and foreign-based), Dr. Edilberto de Jesus, President, Asian Institute of government agencies, and Management, and morning various school libraries in session Guest Speaker the Philippines.

Dr. Venusmar C. Quevedo Vice President for Administrative Affairs John Paul P. Domingo Adamson sends-off new batch of graduates in Associate Editor Secretary Fortunato de la Mar P. Bustamante Commencement Pena, DOST Secretary, and afternoon session Guest Photographer Exercises Speaker 81st Sheryl B. Duhaylungsod Coordinator FINALLY. 1,477 Adamsonians get their degrees during the University’s 81st Commencement Exercises. Jonathan S. Tolores A new batch of Adamsonian Build excellence and that it is already up Graphic Artist professionals bid goodbye “You are a fortunate class,” to the next generation to their alma mater as the morning session guest speaker to continue and Diana Queeny C. Domingo Adamson University held its 81st overcome the struggle Jherald L. Arizabal Edilberto de Jesus, PhD said, Student Assistant Commencement Exercises at telling the graduates how that has plagued the the Plenary Hall of the Philippine privileged they are for finishing country for decades. International Convention Center their studies. (PICC) last June 28. Afternoon session Letters and comments must be addressed to: The Editor “If you had been the typical guest speaker The Adamson News The rites were traditionally students who enrolled together Secretary Fortunato Institutional Development and External Affairs Office divided into two sessions: in Grade 1, three-fourths of Dela Pena of the Adamson University the morning session featured the seats around you would Department of Science G/F Cardinal Santos Building, 900 San Marcelino St., graduates from the Graduate be empty. Out of 100 pupils and Technology Ermita, Manila, Philippines 1000 School, College of Architecture, who begin Grade 1, less than (DOST) echoed Dr. Te. No.: (02) 524-2011 loc. 122 / Telefax: (02) 522- College of Education and 25 manage to earn a college de Jesus’ words 0550 Liberal Arts, College of Nursing, diploma. You belong to a as he encouraged Email: [email protected] College of Pharmacy and fortunate, privileged group,” the graduates to Entered as 3rd Class Mail at Adamson Post Office College of Science while the he continued. remember what is truly under Permit No. 3C-14-02-222 NCR valid until afternoon session had the important in choosing December 31, 2019. Postage paid. College of Law, College of The former President of the a career path. Business Administration and Asian Institute of Management The remarks backed-up the College of Engineering. (AIM) and Far Eastern University words from the homilies of Fr. (FEU) reminded the graduates “It is okay to change Agustin Advincula, CM and Fr. The event featured the that a degree is not enough and jobs, don’t force William Azul Encelan, CM who conferment of the degrees led that adaptability is essential yourself to a job presided the Baccalaureate by Fr. Marcelo V. Manimtim, CM, noting that companies have where you are not Mass for each session. University President, along with raised qualifications in hiring happy,” administrators from the school’s new employees. different colleges. the University of the Philippines Fr. Advincula and Fr. Encelan reminded the graduates to stay Using the Parable of the (UP) Engineering alum said. true to the values of Adamson Colors of each college flew as Three Servants, Dr. de Jesus University – like IDs, they should the graduates parade around encouraged the graduates to “You can never always wear their identities as the stage, getting the diplomas build from what they learned succeed without Vincentian-Adamsonians. they have coveted. from the university just like one hardwork. It is a of the servants from the biblical “You have to” Jochelle Marie Labid, who text did. requirement,” graduated with a degree of BS Meanwhile, the Batch of 2019 was advised to remember to Psychology, Magna Cum Laude, “Over the course of your lifetime, he also noted, alluding to the serve the nation no matter how gave the morning session’s you may need to change jobs Vincentian motto of Veritas high they soar. Address of Thanks while Nelson as many as 10 times. This will in Caritate and its role in Murchante, a Magna Cum Laude require the ability to adjust to excellence. “With great regret and pain, I from BS Industrial Engineering new people, to adapt to new must confess that we have fallen delivered it for the afternoon situations, to learn new things,” He argued that the motto short of our dream for you, our session. he argued. embodies what the graduates need to remember, Build children and grandchildren,” Dr. De Jesus said, pointing Adamson University Alumni He also reminded the graduates excellence... especially the out the failure to establish an Association, Inc. President to be true to Adamson’s ideals education were molded with outspoken, democratic nation Engr. Hubert Temporosa led the and values -- to remember that inside Adamson. alumni oath taking ceremonies. all are equal in the eyes of God continue to page 4

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personal communication religious exhibits highlighting Adamson hosts CM and to reach out using the Lady of the Miraculous modern technology, Medal. namely the social media. Visitor’s Meeting 2019 The CM contingent also went to “Let us use the power the San Agustin Museum and the Representatives from the In his address to the participants, of the media to connect to the Manila Cathedral in Intramuros Congregation of the Mission Fr. Mavri lauded the Vincentian č younger generation to know and were treated into a multi- (CM) gathered in the University Family in the Philippines saying us and make them involved or lingual museum tour at the as it hosted one of the stops of that the charism in the country even inspire them to enter a Adamson University Museum. the 2019 CM Visitors’ Meeting has been “very much alive.”He consecrated life,” he said. “Let held in Manila from June 22 to also discussed initiatives and us use media, especially the Fr. Mavri led the day’s July 8. updates that the Vincentian č social media to evangelize, for concluding mass after the Family has done internationally. charity to be globalized.” Vincentian Family Encounter. CM Superior General Fr. Fr. Bañaga and Adamson Tomaž Mavri , CM headed Fr. Mavri mentioned the 13 č č Fr. Mavri and Provincial Visitor University President Fr. Marcelo the contingent that included Houses project, a project č of the Philippines Fr. Gregorio V. Manimtim concelebrated with Visitors of CM Provinces and to address the global issue Bañaga, Jr. answered questions the CM Superior General. Vice-Provinces, members of of homelessness and the from the Vincentian Family the General Council, including Vincentian Freedom Festival, an afterwards. Luke 4:18, a band Fr. Renato Ruelos, CM, treasurer translators and staff, during initiative to reach out to artists that consists of Vincentian of the Vincentian Family Multi- their visit at Adamson last July and the youth in extending the priests, also performed before Purpose Cooperative, was 6. Vincentian charism of helping Fr. Mavri delivered his speech. the main presider during the the poor. č concluding and send-off mass The event was bannered by a The visit to the University also last July 7 at the Santuario de Vincentian Family Encounter With the said projects, Fr. Mavri č featured the blessing of the new San Vicente de Paul in Tandang held at the Adamson University encouraged the participants to Museo ng Medalya Milagrosa Sora. Theater which featured both continue to evanglize through which housed an array of religious and lay associations under the CM.

81st commencement excercise ... from page 3 University welcomes yuletide and government. delivered the conclusion of his season with Serenata, Paskong remarks. Adamson “We cannot claim that we have effectively prepared the Sec. Fortunato de la Pena of Christmas vibes were in full talents, as well as an advocacy ground for leaders who will the Department of Science display in the University as the performance by children from not steal from us, who will not and Technology (DOST), the Adamsonian Community began the Philippine General Hospital violate our rights, who will not afternoon session’s Guest mock our faith, who will not Speaker made one simple the season with the annual (PGH). scandalize and corrupt our address which he deemed Serenata and Paskong Adamson children,” he continued. would leave mark on the last November 29 at the SV Adamsonians also saw graduates. Facade. presentations from the AdU He then proceeded to tell the Dance Ensemble, AdU Chamber graduates that the struggles “When you bring up a family, Fr. Marcelo V. Manimtim, CM, Orchestra, AdU Acoustic he has mentioned will also be it’s not what you say but what in his Christmas message, Band, AdU Chorale, HIMIG and the their struggles even if their you do that your children will reminded Adamsonians to be featured artists Kyle Maceda main focus remains on their remember. It is what you do,” mindful of the true reason why and Lance Carr. own careers. he said. Christmas is celebrated – not “Even if your concern focuses Sec. de la Pena also encouraged merely to enjoy but to enjoy The program concluded with on your individual career, you the graduates to accept with a purpose. a fireworks display and the do realize that larger, public challenges and additional work launching of this year’s theme issues will shape your future and be prepared to leave their Dr. Ma. Liria Dacanay, Dean of song, Paskong Adamsonian. prospects. You may have to comfort zone as these them the College of Science, and Ar. take a stand on these issues, invaluable experience. He also Sylvester Shaun Seno also gave Bands Room for Celo, Written as your parents did before you. incited them to always be their own yuletide greetings to by the Stars, Tanya Markova, Mt. You will be called upon, in the sensitive to emotion of others the community. Lewis, and Bita and the Botflies spirit of the Adamson prayer: and stressed the value of concluded the night with the too be just and true when the perseverance amid failures. This year’s festivities featured annual University concert. values of leaders contradict your own,” he said as he school-based and local

4 | The Adamson News CM, University “Mas masarap na problema ‘yung ikaw ang President, Fr. Rafael humahanap ng tutulungan mo; ang mahirap University bids Ad(ie)U to Eloriaga,CM, VP for na problema, hindi mo alam kung sino ang Mid-year Finance, Fr. William tutulong sayo,” the 44-year old mayor said. Azul Encelan, CM, “Be a man for others.” 815 Gards Director of the Campus Ministry The graduation ceremonies featured the Office and Fr. traditional presentation of degrees to the Rowen Carlos, CM candidates led by Asst. Prof. Emilia Vicencio, concelebrated in University Registrar. Fr. Manimtim then the momentous conferred the said degrees. occasion. Dr. Catherine Castaneda, Dr. Venusmar Fr. Advincula, in his Quevedo, Fr. Andrew Bayal, CM, along with homily, reminded the the different college deans, meanwhile, graduands the value administered the presentation of academic of doing good deeds, and special awards, as well as the distribution especially the little of diplomas. things. Angelica Barrera, an Academic Merit “We are not asked awardee from the College of Education and to be heroes, but in Liberal Arts, delivered the address of petition a small way, we can while another Academic Merit awardee from The University sent-off 815 new Vincentian change the world,” he the College of Science, Ellen Rose Salazar professionals as it held its 33rd Mid-year said. “You will not appear on the television, gave the address of thanks. Commencement Exercises at the Philippine you will not be called heroes but you will International Convention Center (PICC) experience love, care and understanding.” The fresh graduates then pledged their Plenary Hall, January 24. alumni oath before Engr. Hubert Q. Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Temprosa, president of Adamson University Fr. Agustin Advincula, CM presided the Domagoso, the event’s Commencement Alumni Association, Inc. Baccalaureate Mass which kickstarted speaker, echoed Fr. Advicula, saying the ceremonies. Fr. Marcelo V. Manimtim, everything boils down to man’s mindset.

of Commitment, as well as the induction of University holds the graduating batch and its officers to the encryption seminar Mid-year Batch alumni association. Administrators and staff of the different PJ De Vera of the College of Engineering offices and departments of the University of 2020 shine in and Rodine Bravante of the College of gathered in the OZ AVR for a seminar on File Business Administration were chosen as Encryption last February 4. send-off gala Stars of the Night. A ceremonial toast was also featured in the program. Mr. Mario Demerillas, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Head of IT Graduands clad in denim jeans flocked the The University’s Acoustic Band, Himig, Consulting at Exceture Inc. delivered a talk ST Quadrangle as the University sends- and performances from chosen graduands in managing sensitive files, namely those in off and welcomes the Mid-year graduating provided entertainment for the attendees. the Microsoft Office. He also discussed file Batch of 2020, January 17. encryption on file compiling software, as AUAAI, the Office for Institutional well as full disk encryption. University Administrators led by Fr. Marcelo Advancement (OIA), and Office for Student V. Manimtim, CM, University President, Affairs (OSA) spearheaded the semestral “It’s all about the secrecy and privacy of the oversaw the ceremonies and party that event which began last 2009. files we do not want others to see, especially featured a Diamonds and Denims theme. Mr. Demarillas University and students’ files,” The festivities have been a tradition in the said in Filipino. The said administrators led the pinning University which symbolizes Adamson ceremony while Adamson University Alumni U’s formal farewell to graduands and a The said seminar is expected to heighten Associations Inc. (AUAAI) president Engr. demonstration of well-wishes as they pursue University offices’ data privacy protocols. Hubert Temprosa administered the Pledge their professional careers.

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The University showed its University Careeer Center set Signings of the Memoranda of Corporation, Veteran Memorial gratitude to its industry on 2022. Agreement and distribution of Medical Center, Watsons partner as it held the annual appreciation tokens were led Philippines, YSS Laboratories Industry Appreciation Day at Fr. Marcelo V. Manimtim, CM by Fr. Manimtim and Career Co., ASSIST Asia and SAP the Manila Prince Hotel last echoed the remarks from Mr. and Placement Services Head Philippines. July 4. Yap saying the said center Mr. Celso V. Mangaoil who should be fully operational also delivered the the closing Second day attendees Unlike the previous years, sooner than the original remarks. were representatives from the eighth installment of the target year. He also addressed Accenture, Chartered Institute event spanned for two days, the representatives from Industry partners who had for Securities and Investment, featuring the industry partners Adamson’s industry partners representatives present in the MediLink Inc., Potato Giant, of the Colleges of Engineering, and described the event as a first day of the event include Tactile Studios Inc., Tang, Architecture, Nursing and way for the University to thank Analog Devices Inc., Boysen Yap and Co Associates, Pharmacy on the first day and them for giving Adamsonians Paint, Emerson Electric-Asia, AVP Philippines Inc., Clinic the partners of the Colleges an avenue to practice their Far Eastern University- Nicanor of the Holy Spirit, Philcopy of Business Administration, future professions. Reyes Memorial Foundation Co., Philippine Insurers and Education and Liberal Arts and (FEU-NRMF), Gat Andres Reinsurers Association (PIRA), Science on the second day. To end his address, Fr. Bonifacio Memorial Medical Supercare Medical Services, Manimtim argued that such Center, Grid Laboratories, Chinabank, First Place Inc., Guidance Services Director partnership of the industry Headroom Concept Design and Hallo-Hallo Inc., Cognizant Mr. Richmond Yap welcomed and the academe should be Visualization Co., Justice Jose Technology Solutions, Century the representatives, noting strengthened as feedbacks Abad Santos General Hospital, Park Hotel, Bank Sentral the change the university has from the industry suggest Mercury Drug, Morishita Seggs ng Pilipinas, Department of done with the event. Mr. Yap improvements on the Pharmaceutical Co., Philippine Education – Manila, Cavite also revealed the planned full programs in the academe. Human Resource WorldWide Center for Mental Health and establishment of the Adamson Employment Co., Propmech OOCL Philippines.

Organization (WIPO) a vibrant culture for and to see the commitment WIPO in coordination IP development and by all of you,” he said. “This is with the Intellectual hard. It’s really a labor of love – Property Office of the IP commercialization,” something that you dedicate to she said. workshop Philippines (IPOPHL), because it’s good for humanity Adamson University and for your society but it’s not Mr. Makoto Nakanishi, held in and the Japan Patent easy [yet] it’s fun.” Associate Program Officer Office (JPO). of the Cooperation Support The opening program featured Adamson Division of WIPO and IPOPHL Dr. Venusmar Quevedo, discussions by Dr. Cahoon and Deputy General Atty. Nelson Vice President for a practical exercise on Applying Laluces followed Dr. Quevedo, Adminisration and Art Analysis and Scope of IP discussing the status of IP in Innovation and to evaluate the Spoke’s own the country and the tedious Technology Support Technology. Together with Dr. Intellectual Property experts work required in learning and Office (ITSO) Manager, was one Cahoon are fellow workshop from around the country commercializing IP . of the three personalities who facilitators Dr. Ashley Stevens, converged at Adamson delivered the opening remarks, the International Consultant and University as it opened a four- Dr. Richard Cahoon, President mentioning the objectives of President of Focus IP Group in day workshop on Intellectual of BioProperty Strategy Group the said event and the future the US and Mr. John Fraser, Property (IP) Commercialization Inc. and an Adjunct Professor establishment of a Research the President of Burnside last July 2. from Cornell University in the and Innovation Building which Development and Associates. US delivered the overview of is being built beside the venue. The workshop titled National the workshop . He also gave a The workshop, which spans Workshop III on Intellectual presentation titled Prior Art from July 2 to 5, features Property Commercialization in “This is part of Analysis and Scope of IP – numerous discussions of case the framework of the Enabling the university’s Emphasis of Scope Patent / studies, round table discussions Innovation Environment for commitment Claim Analysis. and practical exercises aiming (EIE) for IP and Technology to provide an to develop the familiarity of the Project was organized by the “I’m really happy being here and environment that will participants to IP development. World Intellectual Property enable us to cultivate seeing the progress being made

6 | The Adamson News “From stories of the veterans, they were Fr. Bayal, NROTC officers defenseless against the atrocities, if they were trained, they could have fought for our country,” he said. “When this country comes conferred new ranks under attack, everyone rises to defend her. ‘Di mo lang ipinagtatanggol ang sarili mo, kun’di ang kasarinlan, ang iyong mga mahal sa buhay at ang ating bansa... We must assure that we have a stable and secure country.”

The AFP General further discussed the benefits that ROTC may provide to those who participate in such training.

“Sa military, ibang antas ang disiplina – “Obey first before you complain” – tinuturuan gumawa ng tama kahit walang nakakakita; tinuturuang maging matiyaga,” he stated. “Whatever career you pursue, Military personnel from Adamson U and you’ll be successful because you have that the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Fr. Bayal also revealed that the feat almost character.” paraded at the SV Building Facade as coincided with the 17th anniversary of his the University witnessed the donning of presbyteral ordination. ranks on Fr. Andrew Bayal, CM, and the presentation of new cadets and sponsors of “I am a soldier of Christ, of God, and I am AUFEA holds 52nd the 246th Naval Reserve Officers Training also a soldier of our country. I am living what Corps (NROTC) this morning. the saying Pro Deo et Patria,” he said. General Assembly The Adamson University Faculty and Fr. Bayal was elevated to the rank of In his welcome remarks, Fr. Marcelo V. Employees Association (AUFEA) held Lieutenant Commander (LCDR), and was Manimtim, CM, University President, advised its annual General Assembly at the put in-charge of the newly-established his priestly brother that his position in Adamson University Theater last August 722nd Marine Reserve Company, the first the military would influence his post in 29. Marine reserve unit in the country. the University through the integration of discipline in making Adamsonians Fr. Azul Encelan, CM, director of the Campus Ministry led the opening mass LCDR. Reimon Retaga, Commander of the responsible citizens of the country. that kicked off the event. 246th NROTC of Adamson U, Col. Roberto Emmanuel Feliciano, Commander of the Meanwhile, new Cadet corps and sponsors Engr. Elisea Casquejo, a member of the 7th Marine Brigade Reserve, and Brigadier who will lead the University’s NROTC AUFEA Board of Directors, delivered General (BGen.) Ariel Caculitan, Commander command were also presented to the newly- the opening remarks while Engr. Hubert of the Naval Reserve Command, and the installed Commander and the attending Temprosa led the new members of the event’s guest of honor and speaker led the Philippine Navy Officers. association in taking their oath. donning of rank ceremonies. BGen. Caculitan, in his keynote speech, AUFEA officers including Engr. Now LCDR. Bayal, the University’s Vice reiterated the importance of ROTC, Temprosa, Mr. Michael Abando, Engr. President for Student Affairs, and Director especially with matters concerning national Casquejo and Mr. Ireneo Ignacio gave reports on committees which they of the National Service Training Program defense. lead. Mr. Ignacio, the AUFEA Auditor, (NSTP) had nothing but words of optimism, also closed the program thanking the gratitude, and humility as he takes on his “Wala namang tao o bansa na gustong participants for coming to the event. new position. magkaroon ng away o giyera pero isang katotohanan sa mundong ginagalawan natin, Ms. Consolacion Sotto, AUFEA Treasurer, “This rank is a reminder palaging may giyera at palaging may mga and Engr. Jose Cericel Driz, AUFEA to serve amid biktima – mga bata, kababaihan, matatanda President, also delivered the Treasurer’s all challenges” – mga sibilyan,” he said. and President’s reports, respectively. An open forum followed afterwards. “Huwag kayong mawawala, I need your Mentioning memories he heard from the support. Tao lang ako, nagkakamali,” he stories of veterans from the war against the The AUFEA also organized a Labor Seminar held at the BA Multimedia last said. “Thank you to all, God will bless you a Japanese, he reflected on the possibilities if August 30. hundredfold.” they were trained under the ROTC.

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University’s technologies. With OIT’s Graduate School of IP Enriquez of ITSO, this tool, they can identify which offers Summer Intensive Course companies to interview for held during the school’s summer expert opinions and to gather vacation. Subjects offered in the IPPDO attends G-TEC, the voice of the customers. program include Introduction These interviews are important to US Judicial System and OIT training for the reason that the market Litigation, Introduction to US cares about the technology’s Patent System, US Patent Case Engr. Noe Enriquez, Technology due diligence, and licensing and benefits and needs, not the Law, International IP License, Business Incubator Manager technology valuation. features.” and IP Law Systems in Japan. of the Innovation Technology Support Office (ITSO), Professors of OIT and continued this training as the Intellectual Property (IP) University’s top Intellectual specialists delivered talks on AdU opens new SY with Property specialist as he took Technology Translation: The part in the World Intellectual Gap Between Discovery and General Assembly Property Organization- Development Phase, Translation sponsored (WIPO) Global of Science to Customer’s Need, Administrators, faculty improved financial performance Technology Entrepreneurship Special Forms of IP Protection members, and co-academic and expanded international and Commercialization – FDA Data Exclusivity in Drug staff opened the school year scholarships and exchanges (G-TEC)- Osaka Institute of Invention, and Value Chain 2019-2020 with renewed vigor among others. Intermission Technology (OIT) Summer Analysis as A Tool for Market and commitment to the credo numbers such of songs and Intensive Program at Osaka, Assessment. of continuing a tradition of dances were also performed to Japan last August 19 to 30. excellence in education as provide a festive mood to the “[The program] gave the University held the annual program. The one-week GTEC me a complete grasp General Assembly at the Fr. Marcelo V. Manimtim, CM, the course featured an array of of technology in actual University Theatre last August 5. University President, delivered discussions on technology his message and echoed the commercialization that and not just theoretical Fr. Franklin Pilario, CM, Dean assembly’s theme, Vincentian reinforce previous WIPO [application],” Engr. of the St. Vincent School of Education for the Nation’s trainings focused on technology Enriquez said. “I will share this Theology, presided the opening Growth. valuation, market assessment, tool to my technology managers mass along with the Vincentian barriers to entry and patent handling and managing the priests who are serving as Fr. Manimtim reiterated the administrators in the university. University’s commitment to The College of Science, led by provide quality education along Dean Liria Dacanay, hosted this with the challenges brought by year’s general assembly. the implementation of free tuition fees among public schools. He In her opening remarks, she underscored the importance reminded the Adamsonian of sustained engagements in community of advocating a research and encouraged the Vincentian Education with a faculty members to pursue heart amidst the transformation researches that promote social of education in the country. responsibility and involvement.

Different offices presented The event was capped by University soars to their milestones last an oath-taking ceremony school year, highlighting of the newly appointed and Inter-Ed Guidance Fair outstanding achievements in reappointed administrators UNAWAKANAHIMO. Staff from the Admission Office represented the University during the 29th Career Consultation and Guidance Fair. various academic programs, which was officiated by Fr. improvements in facilities, Manimtim. relevant student engagements, The University went pound-for- (DLSU), University of Santo pound with the best schools Tomas (UST) and Mapua in the country during Inter- University, set up exhibits and given by representatives Falcon, toured the booths of Ed’s 29th Career Consultation activities to catch the interest of participating schools to other participating university- and Guidance Fair (CCGF) last of at least 8,000 participating showcase their institutions. exhibitors. September 17 to 18 at the World students, mostly from Metro Trade Center in Pasay City. Manila and nearby province- Admissions and Student The annual gathering is based secondary schools Adamson, together with local Recruitment Head Benjamin organized by International and international universities The event featured seminars Felix Urbano, Jr., led the Education Specialists, an in the Philippines such as and tips on passing college promotional drive for the organization specializing in University of the Philippines admission exams, career University in the two-day fair student development and (UP), De La Salle University aptitude tests, and orientations where Adamson’s mascot, training for universities abroad.

8 | The Adamson News AdU Opens New Innovation, Research Center

Adamson University (AdU) continued Aside from providing to make strides in technological additional space for the advancement in its infrastructures after growing enrolment in opening its new innovation and research the University’s College center. of Engineering, the Center also backstops San Marcelino’s Catholic institution the 38-year old inaugurated the Dr. Carlos Tiu Center for Ozanam Engineering Technology Innovation and Research last Building which is November 29 during ceremonies presided no longer enough by Fr. Marcelo V. Manimtim, C.M., AdU to meet the growth President, and Fr. Gregorio Bañaga, Jr., and development Dr. Carlos Tiu Center for Technology Innovation and Research C.M., Provincial Visitor of the Congregation demanded by the of the Mission, and featured major patrons different engineering Dr. Carlos Tiu, Chairman and Founder of programs. It is also “Icons are defined by time and not by Akari Lighting and Technology Corp. and part of the continuing initiatives to the contemporary definitions that we Mr. Vicente Co, Vice President of Manly upgrade laboratory and instructional artificially tack on to our ideas. The CTIR Plastics, Inc. facilities to encourage generation of aspires to be an institution that serves useful innovations and relevant researches and develops the needs of our students Center for Technology leading to technology commercialization. and in doing so becomes an indelible Innovation and Research part of their collective memories,” Arch. Dr. Quevedo also expressed openness Ti furthered. Now known as the most modern for the development of other structures structure in the campus, the nine-storey around AdU although she asserts that The CTIR features an architectural design structure boasts 42 classrooms including the University is keen on the continuity of that is intended as a modernist reflection special laboratories, innovation spaces, buidling rehabilitation projects. of the existing buildings on campus with technology incubation hub, conference a base structure that matches the height “Plans for improvement of other buildings rooms and audiovisual hall. The rooftop of the surrounding buildings while the is always in the pipeline. It is best to houses the executive floor to serve glass core breaks out and reaches up as improve and rehabilitate other buildings visitors and partners on occasions of a contemporary expression of Filipino while putting up new ones,” Dr. Quevedo accreditation, certification and various urbanism at the same time acting as a said. “In regard to ensuring that all academic scholarly exchanges. mirror for the surrounding landscape. buildings are safe in case of calamities, Dr. Venusmar Quevedo, AdU Vice this is a continuous program since we have Arch. Ti further explained CTIR’s design, President for Administration, explained to comply with government regulations. saying, “The building itself is quiet and the reason behind CTIR’s establishment, Also, the top management is serious in subdued in shape and form. It does not saying, “Top management and academic providing a safe working environment for call attention to itself but seeks to be officers are aware that unless we invest all, hence, continuous rehabilitation is a experienced and appreciated amidst the on new facilities, the University will have must.” serene beauty of its forecourt and the difficulty in realizing the targets of the surrounding trees.” strategic plans set.” Modern, Filipino, Student- centered “The CTIR is a structure that seeks to “To spur a vibrant research inspire the students with a facility that and innovation culture, “The CTIR building features a plethora of expands their own capabilities. As the elevator opens up on each floor to and eventually successful shared multipurpose spaces that are open to all the students. These spaces function increasingly open views of the campus technology transfers, the as breathing room for the students. and the cityscape, one can almost Innovation and Research This acts as a very Filipino spatial imagine how a student would someday be standing here looking out over the Center was thought to rise identity where people can congregate and enjoy the presence of each other. treetops and solving the problems of our in the Ozanam grounds for They are life spaces that you will find in coming generations,” he added. the continuous pursuit of every community in the country,” said School officials expect the CTIR to be excellence, competitiveness Arch. William Ti, top architect of WTA fully operational starting on the second Architecture and Design Studio and and sustainability,” semester of School Year 2019-2020. architectural designer of the Center. she continued.

Vol. 21 No. 2 l June 2019-December 2019 | 9 Palencia wins DOST-NAS... from page 1 Collegiate News

“Like the first batch, the second batch excelled in their academic performance while at MUST. As expected, everyone graduated on time, meaning the characteristics of wastewater they have effluent, was cited as the first successfully researcher in the country to successfully taken the two commercialize a new technology. years of the M.E. TWO FOR TWO. The second batch of Mechatronics double-degree majors will now go back to Adamson to finish double-degree Vigormin currently has at least 54 their Mechanical Engineering degrees. program without technology adoptors and 10 regional hurdles,“ she distributors, and has done significant added. contributions in the development of Second ‘Mechatronics’ batch get She also noted the support natural water treatment technology. system that the two batches The said product also has its roots degrees from Taiwan U planted in the University with a spin- built with each other, saying ...continued from page 1 Along with Keng, students that the success of the latter off company called Envigor Natural who graduated from the Products Manufacturing Inc. which is was partially because of “We will carry on with said program are Aniel also headed by Dr. Palencia. pride the second batch of the support of the former. Cabrera, Erjohn Magsombol, More relatives and friends ME dual-degree program Vincent Archie Umandal, Other awardees of the Department students,” batch president were also welcomed this of Science and Technology (DOST) James Patrick Palencia, Jerome Cedric Keng said in year as 92 loved ones of and National Academy of Science and Honey Grace Regalado, his graduation speech. “We the graduates were allowed Technology (NAST)- Philippines-led Michaelangelo Barroga, will carry on hope that this to witness the momentous event include Dragonpay Corporation Enrique Miguel Gungon, event. chief Robertson Chiang and University ME program promises.” Jaya Jane Gabutero, of the Philippines (UP)-Los Baños Randolf Matthew Lazaro, “It was only for the students The program began with Professor Emeritus and Soil Scientist Martin Clarence Samson, of Adamson and MUST’s a prayer led by Sr. Maruja Erlinda Paterno, PhD who also got the Sean Philip Cruz, Rogelio dual-degree program Padre Juan, MSCS, director Gregorio Y. Zara Medal. Cartagena III, Mike Angelo where parents, relatives of Adamson University’s Ngo and Lyzander John and friends were allowed UP-Diliman Professors Mary Donnabelle Office for University Ganapin. to attend,“ Sr. Maru said. Balela, PhD and Alonzo Gabriel, PhD Relations (OUR). Sr. Maru, “When we interviewed the were also awarded the Julian A. Banzon as she is known in Adamson, Gratitude also flooded the parents, they said they Medal for Outstanding Research is representing Adamson halls of the ceremony as were indebted to Adamson and Development (Applied Resarch) President Fr. Marcelo V. both graduates and their and MUST for this very and Eduardo A. Quisumbing Medal Manimtim, CM. for Resarch and Development(Basic relatives have nothing important stage in the life Research), respectively. MUST’s Dr. Jen-Chao Tai, but thanks for MUST and of their children and how an Associate Professor of Adamson. this is going to upgrade UP-Visayas Chancellor Ricardo the M.E. Deparment and their education.” According to Sr. Maru, Babaran, PhD was given the Dioscoro Dr. Alex Liarng, director of L. Umali Medal for Outstanding Science “Discussions by the officials The dual-degree program the International Exchange Administrator. of MUST and Adamson requires students to take Center delivered the University present at the a two-year program in Opening remarks and This year’s NSTW featured the theme graduation ceremony MUST for the Mechatronics Congratulatory Message, Science for the People: Enabling indicated the gratitude and degree. Upon graduation, respectively. Technologies for Sustainable joy of the parents and the they will come back to Development. Engr. Arnaldo Valino, students about the way Adamson and finish the Chairperson of Adamson’s the two institutions are Bachelor of Science in ME department, also gave implementing the M.E. dual Mechanical Engineering International Exchange an inspirational message to degree program.” degree. Int’l students immersion the graduates. takes off anew director for University Relations and Dr. is a year-round project that enables the Arman Cruz, Officer-in-Charge of the Adamson University to be part of a global Adamson and the Office for University Finance and Economics Department, program that promotes the understanding Relation (OUR) is gearing up for a new composed the team that facilitated the of different local cultures and customs batch of student visitors after a team International Students’ Mobility Camp among international students. The visited Nagoya University for Foreign Program which allowed 16 students from partnership supports the commitment of Studies (NUFS) last July 15-18, 2019. NUFS to undergo English language training the two universities in providing quality and cultural immersion in the University. multi-cultural education to their students Fr. Andrew Bayal, C.M., Vice President for and gives the participants lifelong Student Affairs, Sr. Maruja Padre Juan, The International Students’ Mobility Camp connections with both institutions.

10 | The Adamson News Pharma studes, profs present papers in Int’l confabs

The University received Other Adamsonian-made international recognition as studies presented in the students and faculty of the conference include: College of Pharmacy (CoP) presented their research in a Functional group analysis of pharmaceutical conference in solvent partitioned extract of South Korea. medicinal plants Eleusine indica by infrared spectroscopy by AdU REPRESENT. Pharmacy faculty and students represented the University in various international Dean Perlita Crucis led the Joanne Katherine Manlusoc, conferences. contingent that presented Anthony Yen, Liahona Faith 12 papers in the 9th Asian Mancol, and Jade Cometa; disjunctivus) by Crezzel Engineering and Pharmaceutical Association of Schools of Kaye Solomon, Marjuri Jean Sciences for Human Health. Pharmacy (AASP) Conference Knowledge, attitude and Paglingayen, Alyssa Aldeine held at Ajou University in Suwon practices on the use of Muhi, and April Mergelle Lapuz; last July 3 to 5. antimicrobials among residents PST Conference in Towerville Phase 5, Barangay Validation of preliminary The University was also The studies Preparation, Minuyan, SJDM Bulacan, instructional materials for well-represented during the characterization and Philippines by Perlita Crucis, pharmacists in communicating Pharmaceutical Sciences and antibacterial activity of April Mergelle Lapuz, Jocelyn medication instructions to deaf Technology (PST) International gentamicin loaded chitin Pantia, Elaiza Mariz Encarnacion, and hard-of-hearing (HOH) by Conference held at The nanogel by Darwin Obel, Agnes Mylene Magno, and Lourdes Shane Nicole Cano, Jasmine Ambassador Hotel in Bangkok, Castillo and Christina Binag; The Anne Solis; Renee de Jesus, Irene Joyce Thailand last June 18 to 19 as Development and Validation Mendoza, and Hazel Anne three studies by Adamsonians of Instructional Materials in Digital Marketing of Catublas; were presented during the Improving Communication and Pharmaceuticals: The impact on annual meet. Medication Literacy of Deaf customer relationships by Perlita Evaluation on Customer’s and Hard of Hearing Patients Crucis, Elaiza Mariz Encarnacion Purchasing Behavior and The oral and poster by Hazel Anne Catublas; and and Susan Montemayor; Satisfaction in Hospital presentations of the papers Antibacterial activity of the Pharmacy, Single Proprietor, Preparation of spray containing and Chain Drugstore in Ermita, essential oils of Ocimum Manila by Jose Gerardo Aquino, basilicum and Plectranthus Catherine Pozon, and Majoy amboinicus (Family Lamiaceae) Malasabas; and determination of mosquito repellent activity against Aeges Preliminary Characterization, aegypti by Romarie Jane C. Antioxidant and Antiproliferative Ronquilo et al.; Antimicrobial Properties of Polysaccharide activity of the prepared emulgel from Caulerpa taxifolia by Carlo containing combined crude Embralino, Renaliza Alonte, extracts of Psidium guajava Catherine Caniel, Patrick Conde, Ariane Marie Bayro, and Joanne (Guava) and Cassia alata Katherine Manlusoc; and (Akapulko) leaves by Angel Sharmaine Paz et al.; and Wound Healing and Formulation of a pediculicidal Antimicrobial Activity of the shampoo from Annona Prepared Emulgel Containing squamosa and Azadirachta SOARING HIGH. Adamson U representatives during one of two international Pharmacy forums where Combined Crude Extracts of indica fixed oils by Florian Mae students from the College presented their research studies. Psidium guajava and Cassia Pascua et al. bannered AdU in alata Leaves by Janita Bunagan, the conference that featured 10 formulated ointment containing Antimicrobial and wound Anne Lalaine Garcia, Ramvel oral presentations and 74 poster methanolic fruit extract of healing activity of preformulated Vesalee Tamio, and Darwin Obel. presentations. Averrhoa bilimbi by Rei Janiel topical hydrogel of methanolic Masigla, Jeremiah Cuadra, leaf extracts of Ixora coccinea CoP administrators also paid a Plenary lecturers from Japan, Kirsten Kay Perez, and April Linn (Family Rubiaceae) by Irish visit to Chung Ang University China, South Korea, United Mergelle Lapuz were given Best Florain Blanco, Shanniel Eccole (CAU) in Seoul to establish Kingdom, and Thailand Poster distinctions. Custodio, John Matthew Viray, partnerships in research universities also graced the Faye Louise Daguman, Janine engagement, faculty training event and discussed advanced The annual conference carried Dollesin, John Albert Janio, and and scholarship, faculty topics on quality assurance, the theme Impact of Rapidly Angeli Ann Rescober; and student exchange and cosmeceuticals, natural Changing Environment on internship. products, pharmacology, Pharmacy: Education, Practice, Characterization of the Semi- toxicology, and pharmaceutical and Pharmaceutical Sciences in purified Obtained from The said conference had engineering. Asia. Janitor fish (Pterygoplichthys the theme Pharmaceutical

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Engineers (IEEE) PowerTech “International Conference in Milan, Italy last conferences are of The paper which provides a new ECE prof, June 23 to 27. paramount importance means of achieving a higher alum to scientists, engineers, efficiency of solar photovoltaic Dr. Angelo A. Beltran, Jr. of the and researchers system by means of Taguchi- present Electronics Engineering (ECE) because it is where we based fuzzy logic method will Department, together with can share our new ideas also be published in the IEEE study in Engr. Peter Mark Buay, an ECE with different experts Xplore database and will be alumnus and Prof. Ying-Yi Hong, from different nations,” further indexed in Scopus. Italy a professor in the Electrical Engineering Department from Dr. Beltran said, referring to PowerTech Conference is a Chung Yuan Christian University, leading power engineering The University continued to the continuous development Taiwan, delivered the research of research in the university. conference that showcases refine its technological research presentation of the study titled “Conferences are also a good studies related to electrical as two more Adamsonians Maximum Power Point Tracking platform in order to meet and power, energies, motor drives presented their co-authored of Photovoltaic System Using network with lead researchers and control, power electronics study in the 13th Institute Taguchi-based Fuzzy Control. who are experts in the field for and converters, smart grid and of Electrical and Electronics possible research collaboration.” microgrid.

ECE Prof presents Eng’g, Taiwan U tie-up for PBL Camp 2019 paper in Taiwan conference The College of Engineering, in Dr.Li co-chaired the event and Angelica Mamangun of partnership with National Taipei with Engr. Antonio Doroliat, a the Electrical Engineering (EE) Dr. Angelo A. Beltran Jr. from University of Technology (NTUT), PhD student and former chair Department; Bethany Laryssa the Department of Electronics has successfully conducted the of Adamson’s Mechanical Wong, Hyacinth Pineda and Engineering recently presented his paper in the IEEE Eurasia 2019 Problem-Based Learning Engineering department. Alyysa Ira Manuel of the Industrial Conference on Internet of Things, (PBL) Camp in Automation and Engineering (IE) Department; Communication and Engineering Mechatronics last November 1 to Engr. Evelyn Q. Raguindin, Dean and Ma. Joana Therese Santiago, 2019 (IEEE ECICE 2019) in Yunlin, 3 at the NTUT Campus in Taipei, of the College of Engineering Kim Kirby Quiocson and Peter Taiwan last October 3 to 6. Taiwan. saw the camp as the first step Dion Alcantara of the Mechanical of the college towards student Engineering (ME) Department. The conference attended by Fifteen engineering students, mobility and internationalization. researchers from different together with their faculty- international universities and Engr. Yolanda Austria, CpE Chair, industries features an array mentors, were selected to “We are [also] planning that Engr. Alain Bernard Ranola of studies on IOT Technology, represent the University on the seminars, fieldtrips and on-the- (EcE), Engr. Davie Jone Niverca, communication engineering, camp which had the Adamsonian job trainings of Engineering Engineering Laboratory Head micro and nanofabrication, student participants team- students can now be done out of robotics and automation, (EE), Engr. Lourdes Lasian, IE up with NTUT students and the country” she said. biomedical engineering, artificial Chair and Engr. Arnaldo Valino, develop a prototype using intelligence. ME Chair, accompanied the Arduino microcontroller and set The participants were also student delegates as faculty- “The [IEEE] international of sensors to enhance smart treated to a cultural tour mentors. The Office of University conference is significant for manufacturing. of Taiwan including trips to Relations (OUR) was represented researchers from the academe historical museums, local and industry because it is where by Mr. Rudolf L. Arriola. Event co-organizer Dr. Chih Hung restaurants and landmarks, and a we share and discuss our ideas Li, Associate Dean of College laboratory tour and walkthrough with experts in the field,” Dr. of Mechanical & Electrical around the NTUT campus. The PBL camp is an innovative Beltran said. “From there, we Engineering of NTUT, lauded the educational activity where network with experts for possible research collaboration in the Adamsonian delegation saying Student participants of the said students are guided to succesfully future.” projects have improved this year. event include Andrea Maurisse accomplish a task which includes coding, assembly, installation Calong, Janina Manimtim and The Electronics Engineering “I was impressed by Mark Noe Christian Caadyang of & wiring, troubleshooting, and Department of the University the projects made by the Computer Engineering (CpE) commissioning of a system using has a Level II Accreditation the students. I can say Department; Jona Marie Miaral, a problem-based and multi- from PACUCOA, center of that projects presented Gabrielle Anne Villacarlos, Jay disciplinary approach. development (COD) recognition from the commission on higher this year were better Bhie Santos and Floyd Escarlan education, and an accreditation than last year,” he said. of the Electronics Engineering Engr. Davie Jone N. Niverca from the Philippine Technological (EcE) Department; Vergel Valera Council (PTC).

12 | The Adamson News OUR gives second home to Int’l students

INTERNATIONAL. University administrators together with ambassadors of countries that have students in Adamson.

Filipino hospitality warmed the Club Consul Andaya-Nauts said, citing the realize and play their part in continuing the Filipino in Greenhills, San Juan as the importance of culture-sharing and people Filipino hospitality, not just for the sake of University, led by the Office for University facilitation. economic gains, but more so to espouse a Relations (OUR), held the annual welcome culture of friendliness and peace,” CG Ang celebration for international students last The US Consul also highlighted the said, “Hospitality would result to peace, September 14. significance of awareness and respect of unity and harmony.” cultural differences as “today’s students Fr. Marcelo V. Manimtim, CM, University will be global citizens” who will be Diplomatic guests from the embassies President, Fr. Rafael K. Eloriaga, CM, responsible for nation-building in the of Nigeria, Russia, Iraq, Taiwan, Sri Lanka VP for Financial Affairs and Sr. Maruja future. and Belarus cheered the students with S. Padre Juan, MSCS, OUR Director, their uplifting thoughts on the cohesive opened the festivities with each giving “International students away from their and participative spirit observed among their welcome remarks, while Fr. Andrew home country can sometimes feel the AdU international students at the S. Bayal, CM, VP for Student Affairs, led homesick but Filipinos tend to make celebration. the induction of new officers for the someone feel not out of place and will International Students’ Association of try to converse with you. In that way they Selected international students also Adamson University (ISAAD). could feel the sense of belongingness,” wowed the crowd with their Filiipino- said Consul General ad Honorem Michael themed dance numbers followed by US Embassy Consul Anne Claire Andaya- Alexander Ang from the Consulate of a Star of the Night Competition. The Nauts delivered the Keynote Speech the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, AdU Chamber Orchestra, along with the themed Hospitality and Peace as she lauding Filipino hospitality which he said Adamson Chorale and AdU Dance Troupe represents Consul General Russel Brown. makes the stay in the country easier for also delivered rousing performances. international students. OUR also announced the competing “The world has been more teams for the 2019 Presidential Football interconnected today than in the past. CG Ang also made mention of the recently- Cup through Mr. Ramon Manuel, the With modern technology, students concluded Tourism Summit last 2019, league’s Technical Coordinator. can learn about the world through the saying that students being exposed to The ISAAD is composed of students internet but people to people ties matter such events and hospitality have nothing from Asian, Middle Eastern, African and today more than ever and remain the but positive results. Western countries who are currently only way for the true understanding of enrolled in the University. each other’s cultures,” “The organizers encouraged the youth to

Adamsonians under the runner-up finish during the Adamson along with third Mechatronics Bachelor of Science in Asian Conference on Robot batch students James Mechanical Engineering, Education and Innovation Aldrin Tatlonghari, Roylan major in Mechatronics dual- held last August 10 to 13 De Los Reyes and Carlo studes victorious degree program struck at the Macau Convention Sibaruten.Engr. Basil gold in their latest robotic Center. Bautista and Engr. Arnaldo in Macau tilt in Macau. Valino accompanied the Another team under students during the event Two teams from the Obstacle Avoidance joined by schools from the the University Event (College Level) also Asian region. bagged finished with a second back-to-back runner-up award. The Bachelor of Science victories in in Mechanical Engineering, the Track Second batch dual degree major in Mechatronics is Race Event students Michaelangelo a joint program between (College), Barroga, Martin Clarence Adamson and Minghsin securing two Samson, James Patrick University of Science championships, Valencia, Sean Phillip Cruz and Technology (MUST), ALL SMILES. AdU Mechatronics majors bagged numerous victories in the Asian a first runner- and Jaya Jane Gabutero Taiwan. Intelligent Robot Contest held in Macau last August. up and a second led the contingent from

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OUR hosts 6th Prexy Cup

Adamsonian football of Abiola FC emerged as members; Blood & Bones Lafaek had an all Timorese enthusiasts got together at this year’s MVP and Golden had Chinese, Sudanese, line-up. Niugini Kumul was the SV Covered Court as the Boot winner while Blood Nigerian, Myanmar, Eritrean; also composed of Papua New Office of University Relations and Bones booters Xi Luo IP Men were composed Guineans. (OUR), led by its director Sr. and Xiang Yu received the of Japanese, Rwandese, Maruja Padre Juan, MSCS, Best Midfielder and Best Eritrean, Sudanese; According to the OUR, the hosted the sixth installment Defender award. Kouadjo Kamikaze PFC had Eritreans, tournament, which began of the Presidential Football Kounalesse Nayo was chosen Japanese, Sudanese, last 2014, aims to foster unity Cup last October 9. as the tournament’s Best Jordanian, Filipino players; and promote sportsmanship Goalkeeper. Fusion had a Papua New among international students, Last year’s titlist Abiola Guineans, Syrian, Myanmar, as well as be an avenue for FC scored back-to-back Diversity was in full display Sudanese, Ethiopian, their sports expression. championships while Blood during the event with the Yemeni composition; and and Bones and Palung-Palo teams being composed of United Tigers composed The Presidential Cup is done Football Club finished first international students from of Pakistanis, Congolese, in collaboration with the and second runners-up in different African and Asian Rwandese, Eritrean, Philippine Football Federation the tournament that featured nations. Mozambican and Filipino. (PFF), Teen Azkals Football nine teams this year. Foundation, Kaya Football Abiola FC had Nigerians, Palung Palo Football Club Club, and the Philippine Youth Philemon Soji Okemakinde Rwandese, Beninese were all Filipinos, while Forca Football Club.

by its President Dr. Chen Sheyu, last October 15 in Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China.

The said MOU sets a partnership of the two schools focusing on the Computer Science program, enabling exchange of ideas and techniques on the said learning area. Fr. Andrew S. Bayal, CM, Vice President for Student Affairs, and Sr. Maruja S. Padre Juan, MSCS, Director for University Relations, was with Fr. Manimtim during the event.

Nanjing City Vocational College, located at the DEAL. Fr. Marcelo V. Manimtim, CM of Adamson University and Dr. Chen Sheyu of Nanjing City Technological College signed the Memorandum of Understanding to seal the two institutions’ partnership. Lishui Economic Development Zone, is jointly administered by the people’s government of New affiliations have been established as the Nanjing City and China’s Ministry of Education. University University established another educational The institution boasts of advanced teaching collaboration with a reputable institution in the techniques and training facilities including 99 secures ties Asian region. laboratories and huge workshops for its almost 10 with Chinese thousand students, as well as renowned industry Fr. Marcelo V. Manimtim, CM, led the Adamsonian partners such as Skyworth Planar Display Tech school contingent during the signing of the Memorandum Technology, Nanjing Biotechnology Development, of Understanding (MOU) with Nanjing City ASEAN Electric Company, Bank of China and Vocational (Technological) College, represented Chengtong International Logistics Port.

14 | The Adamson News The event featured accomplishment University Chemical Engineering Students Student reports from the Adamson University Society (AdUChESS). Student Government (AUSG), The leaders, RSOs Adamson Chronicle, Association of The Junior Philippine Institute of Campus Student Advisers (ACSA), and Accountants (JPIA-ADU) and Adamson OSA’s Development Section. Junior Marketing Association (AdJMA) recognized ranked third and fourth while the Resource speakers Ms. Pamela Mantuhac, Academic Scholars Alliance (ASA-AdU) in Mid-Year Dr. Lilian Ng Gui and Atty. Joseph ranked fifth. Noel Estrada, meanwhile conducted discussions on Vincentian Student Rounding up the top ten are the Junior Assessment Leadership, Resilient Leadership: Financial Executives-AdU (JFINEX), AdU Mindfulness, Mental Health and Self Care Computer Engineering Society, Adamson and Cyber Safety and Data Privacy. University Psychological Society, Junior Vincentian Student Leaders and Pharmacists’ Association - Rho Chapter their respective Recognized Student To highlight the event, the 39 attending and Adamson University Petroleum Organizations (RSOs) received RSOs witnessed the announcement of the Engineering Student Society and Enactus acknowledgement as the Office for ten most outstanding organizations and AdU. Student Affairs (OSA) held its Mid-Year top three bulletin boards. Assessment, Evaluation, and Formation Program last February 1 at the Co Po Ty Adamson University- Association of Civil Audio Visual Hall of the Dr. Carlos Tiu Engineering Students (ACES) bagged Center for Technology Innovation and the top performing RSO and top bulletin Research Building. board awards, followed by the Adamson

This drive, headed by the specializing in heritage in conducting a University receives NCCA College of Architecture, will site documentation and mapping, archival enable Adamson to qualify research, needs analysis, inter-stakeholder accreditation, research grant for possible grants given by workshop and consultative sessions, NCCA in different research towards the production of a conservation interests - architecture and management plan considering possible allied arts, cinema, dance, manmade and natural disaster risks. This dramatic arts, literary arts, was based from the NCCA Resolution No. music and visual arts. 2020-206, in their 2020 NCCA Competitive Grants Program Disaster Risk Management Plan of Vigan Heritage Zone A memorandum of agreement is to be Using the ISO 9001:2015 signed between the University and the Model, a research project NCCA for the above-mentioned project. ACCREDITED. Arch. Sylvester Shaun Seño receives the NCCA certification accrediting the from Architecture, was also The output, individually written in English, University as a recognized CSO awarded a half-million-peso Filipino and Cebuano, will then be handed research grant during the over to the local government of Vigan. The University has continued to reach NCCA Commission meeting last November for its goal of increased connectivity and 19. Once completed, the project is expected to cultivation of external strategic partnerships pave the way for the College to undertake towards delivering quality education after it The study led by the College Dean Arch. possible heritage, architecture and art- was recognized by the National Commission Sylvester Seño involves its faculty members, related research endeavors. Reports from for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) as a Civil students, and external consultants Arch. Sylvester Seño Society Organization (CSO).

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AdU goes green in La Mesa

Administrators, faculty and staff of the than 600 Dau (Dracontomelon dao) and University showed the Adamsonian value Bignay (Antidesma bunius) trees. of social responsibility as they conducted a tree planting activity, September 28, The Department of Environment and at the La Mesa Watershed and Nature National Resource of the National Capital Reserve. Region (DENR-NCR) guided over 80 participants in the program that started Fr. Marcelo V. Manimtim, University past eight in the morning. President and Engr. Jose Cercicel Driz, Adamson University Faculty According to the DENR guide, the GOING GREEN. University employees and Employee Association (AUFEA) participants may visit the site to check planted at least 600 Dau and Bignay trees President, spearheaded the partnership the trees they planted anytime they are at the La Mesa Watershed and Nature event where participants planted more free as a marker was set in front. Reserve.

MMFF entrants visit University; AdU Chorale places third in PhilTOA choir tilt talk filmmaking, industry

Local film culture was showcased in the The Adamson U Chorale bagged 2nd Filipino composers Joy Nilo, Oliver Neil University as the Communication department, runner-up in the college category of Rodriguez, and Nathanael Arnel De Pano in coordination with the University’s Malaya the recently concluded Philippine Tours were the judges of the said competition Production, brought the crew and actors of 2019 Operators Association (PhilTOA) Eco which had Polytechnic Univesity of the Chorale Competition 2019, held at the Philippines’ (PUP) Himig Serenata and Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) entry Write SMX Convention Center last September 1. Rizal Technological University’s (RTU) About Love (WAL) for interactive sessions with Himig Rizalina as Champion and 1st the community. The chorale serenaded the audience with runner-up. Daluyong, a piece by Mr. Ily Matthew TBA Studios, with director Crisanto Aquino, Maniano, and Anak ng Pasig, arranged by The event was part of PhilTOA’s Film Editor Vanessa De Leon and lead actress Mr. Arnel de Pano, which was the event’s celebration of its 30th year which had Miles Ocampo hyped Adamsonians as they contest piece. the theme Fostering Sustainable and conducted a campus tour which concluded Inclusive Tourism. with a program at the University Theater last December 9.

The film crew gave a short talk question and answer with the students with inquiries focused on technicalities of filmmaking and the movie industry in general. Trailers of WAL and The Lost Sitty were also shown.

Participants were given a piece of paper to write a love letter for their loved ones and each of Saint Vincent celebrated in annual play them had a chance to win special merchandise from the production outfit. Vincentian identity enveloped the installments wherein dialogues were University Theatre as the Cultural delivered impromptu. Affairs Office (CAO), in partnership Write About Love is the full-length partner film with the Philippine Stagers Foundation, The play featured St. Vincent de Paul’s of the The Lost Sitty which is Malaya Production once again, hosted Vincent Tanada’s upbringing in France to eventually official entry to the MMFF’s Student Short Film San Vicente: Isang Sarswela from entering priesthood and becoming a September 24 to 26. saint of the Catholic Church. Competition. The innovative theatre play on the Saint Vincent’s feast day is celebrated Both films will be shown in cinemas nationwide life of the University’s patron saint, every September 27. from December 25, 2019 to January 7, 2020. St. Vincent de Paul, featured seven

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advocacy The play, held at the University Theatre as CAO, Vince Tañada. University Theatre last in coordination with the “Napakarami nang aklat ang plays November 7 and 8, shows Philippine Stagers’ Foundation naisulat kaya lang inalis nga students’ daily struggles (PSF), staged Sindak 1941: sa pag-aaral ang asignaturang and their coping Ang Filipinas sa Panahon ng Kasaysayan ng Pilipinas ngunit mechanisms which Hapon from November 13 to napakaraming makabagong included turning to the 15. manunulat ng kasaysayang use of illegal drugs. nagsasaad ng katotohanan,” The Cultural Affairs Sindak 1941, which tells Tañada said when asked Office (CAO) treated the Aquarium na Walang Tubig Filipino’s resiliency and about the facts in his play. Adamsonian community features a play about sacrifices through the eyes of “Kaya nga tayo narito, kasi to two eye-opening plays four friends-- high school brother Felipe and Nestor, and itinatama natin ang nakasaad focused on lingering issues of graduating students—who their love interests Sofia and sa kasaysayan.” today. were beginning to experience Emilia, clears facts regarding the challenges of life. This Philippine history and reminds “Ang sining po ay mahalaga... Anne Villegas’ musical play aims to inform and educate the audience of the true sapagkat ang sining ang Aquarium na Walang Tubig, audiences on the ill effects of heroes during the time. A star- kaluluwa ng bansa,” the staged by Sining Pinagpala illegal drug use. studded cast made up of Aliw lawyer-theater actor said, Theatre Foundation, Inc. Theatre awardees compose stressing the importance of features an anti-drug Stories from the Japanese the characters led by its arts in education. advocacy. invasion haunted the director and lead actor Atty.

New exhibits, The series of exhibits installments with one in culminated with a painting the morning and two in the films for first sem workshop led by Ms. Janet afternoon. Arboleda-Ballecer from The Cultural Affairs Office featured at the Adamson U December 5 to 6. Quezon’s Game by ABS-CBN (CAO) welcomed a new set from August 6 to 30. This is Film Productions is biopic of of aesthetic treats at the AdU GACCE’s pilot international CAO also spearheaded Philippine President Manuel L. Art Gallery and, once again, art exhibit. screenings of two of Quezon, namely on his move revitalized the artistic side of today’s advocacy-centered in accepting Jew refugees from the Nazi Germany in the the Adamson Community. CAO also hosted Pintor films, Quezon’s game and pre-World War II era. Kulapols’s Sari-Saring Despicable Rascals, last One of these events is Sining from September 3 to October 9 and 10 at the Creative Connections, an 30, Pintakha Art Society’s University Theatre. Kinetics Films’ Despicable exhibit by talents from the Sentiments on Walls from Rascals, meanwhile, brings a California-registered art October 9 to November 9 CAO had two offerings of political theme highlighting organization, Global Artists’ and Vice Versa Artists Group’s Quezon’s Game last October abuses of government Creative Collaboration for Kultura at Ako from November 9, placing each screening on officials while they are in seat Empowerment (GACCE), 15 to December 13. morning-afternoon schedules. of power. Despicable Rascals had three

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Chemical Engineering alumnus and healing He would have celebrated his 53rd birthday priest Fr. Fernando Suarez passed away on February 7. last February 4 after collapsing during a tennis game. He was 52. An active member of the Children of Mary – Vincentian Marian Youth as a student, Deedee Siytangco, spokesperson of the Suarez graduated from the University with Missionaries of Mary Mother of the Poor a degree in Chemical Engineering in 1988. and a friend of Fr. Suarez, confirmed the Later on, he entered the Companions of the priest’s death saying that he was declared Cross in order to pursue priesthood. dead at the Asian Hospital by 4 in the afternoon. In his vocation, Suarez became famous for his healing ministries and founded the According to Siytangco, Suarez was Mother Mary of the Poor Healing Ministry. Fr. Fernando Suarez, competing on a tennis tournament he organized at the Alabang Country Club and He was also chosen as one of the recipients ChE alum, 52 was on the third set of his game against a of the 75 Outstanding Alumni of the fellow priest when he collapsed. University last in 2009.

countries, as well as receiving accolades CAO brings Emo for her works and leadership for GACCE, Falcon Woodpushers which she founded. Diversity to AdU show wit in UAAP Chess She is also a Resident Artist for Alameda Artwork Studios and Commissioner and The UNIVERSITY’S CHESS TEAM tried to Advisory Board Member of the Social outsmart the best of the UAAP during the Services Commission-Santa Clara County league’s chess competition last September in California, USA. 14 to October 27 at the University of Santo Tomas Quadricentennial Pavilion. Works of realist artist Melissa Banzon- Monzon of Global Artists’ Creative Adamson’s run was highlighted by a bronze Collaboration for Empowerment (GACCE) medal finish by the Girls’ Chess team were also featured in the exhibit that had composed of Rheam Arah de Guzman, Jarel Kevin Lawrence Ala of Keyword Studios Renz Lacambra, Queenie Mae Samarita, Robelle de Jesus, Maria Christina Samarita, New exhibits adorn the walls of the as Narrative Curator. and Naomi Gwyne Ramos. University Art Gallery as the Cultural Dr. Escalona, Ms. Banzon-Monzon, Affairs Office treats the community The woodpushers also bagged individual Dr. Venusmar Quevedo, AdU VP for with Emo Diversity, a gallery featuring silver and bronze finishes in the tournament masterpieces of internationally acclaimed Administrative Affairs, Arch. Sylvester ruled by perennial powerhouse Far Eastern Filipino artist and arts advocate, Dr. Shaun Seno, Dean of the College of University. Bernadette Escalona-Cooper. Architecture, and renowned painter Mr. Jessie Marinas led the event’s ribbon Individual Medalists The exhibit highlights Dr. Escalona’s cutting ceremonies. render of “positive emotions as seen in Girls different subjects.” Other notable personalities who attended 1. Rheam Arah de Guzman - Bronze the event include Atty. Lorna Kapunan, Mr. 2. Queenie Mae Samarita -Silver “Emo Diversity intends to motivate, Gary Apolonio, Curator of the Gateway 3. Robelle de Jesus - Gold rouse and dazzle viewers by the varied Gallery, Dr. Gloria Baken Siy, Founder and 4. Naomi Gwyne Ramos - Gold emotions depicted in [each works’] President of Association of Administrators Boys eclectic-impressionist style,” Dr. Escalona in the Hospitality, Hotel and Restaurant 1. Erick Spencer Valdez - Bronze said in her message. “Let this art exhibit Management Educational Institutions 2. Sean Gerald Gonio - Bronze affirm freedom to keep a space alive for (AAHRMEI), and Atty. Solfia Arboladura, 3. Charles Darwin Nakila - Bronze love, play, surprise, and the feeling of Head of the Department of Tourism, the unexpected emergence of poignant Culture and Arts of Manila Women possibilities.” 1. Krischa Anne Tagayuna- Bronze The exhibit was from February 26 to Men Dr. Escalona has four decades of March 18 but was cut-short due to class 1. Remark Bartolome - Bronze international art experience from 1978, suspensions brought by the coronavirus 2. Christian Huavas - Bronze conducting art exhibits in various pandemic

18 | The Adamson News tally an uncharacteristic 18 the Filoil Flying V Centre when Ahanmisi leads Falcons to turnovers. he bagged the Slamdunk championship of the 2019 Filoil third place finish in Filoil Cup James Kwekuteye Flying V Preseason Cup All-Star paced the Red Lions festivities last May 31. JERRICK AHANMISI saved The Falcons ended with 16 points and the best for last as he led the up settling seven rebounds The 6-foot-4 forward Falcons to third place of the Filoil for a third while eventual punctuated the final round of Flying V Preseason Cup via a place tournament MVP the competition with an off- lopsided victory over the Lyceum game Donald Tankoua the-bounce two-handed reverse University Pirates, 96-63. against the posted a 15-point flush that received 45 points Pirates after bowing to and 10-rebound from the judges. The Adamson main gunner the San Beda Red Lions, 70- double-double. torched the Pirates with eight 75, in the semifinals of the Other finalists Rhenz Abando three-point bombs to post Filoil Flying V Preseason Slamdunk of UST and Adama Faye of numbers of 31 points, three Cup. NU failed to convert on their rebounds and two assists in jus King attempts, giving Manlapaz the 24 minutes of play last June 24 The game was tightly title. in San Juan. contested but was decided by the Jerome Santos of Centro Escolar Jerom Lastimosa finished with experience of San Beda University, Neil Guarino of 15 points, four rebounds and which converted a clutch three Colegio de San Juan de Letran, six assists while Mythical Five to break the deadlock at 70 with Fritz Saladaga of Lyceum of member Simon Camacho tallied 1:08 remaining. the Philippines University, and a 14-6-2 stat line. Joe Gomez de Liano of the Lastimosa and rookie Joem University of the Philippines The Falcons led 25-11 in the first Sabandal then committed crucial also competed in the event. quarter and never looked back. turnovers, sealing the game for the Red Lions. AdU’s Slamdunk King along with PBA PBA legends Danny Ildefonso Rhanzelle Yong tallied 20 greats (L-R) Danny Ildefonso, Danny Siegle, and Danny Siegle led this year’s points to lead the Pirates who First-year slotman Aaron Fermin and Denok Miranda set of judges, along with former were missing the services of anchored the Adamson offense college stars Bradwyn Guinto Rookie AP MANLAPAZ also Mike Nzeusseu, Tosi Tansingco with 22 points, seven rebounds, and Dennis Miranda, as well as had a share of the spotlight and twins Jayvee and Jaycee two assists and one block in a LGR Sportswear boss, Rhayan as he wowed the crowd inside Marcelino. game which saw the Falcons Cruz.

Baby Falcon is UAAP Pep Squad retains podium finish; 82 Rookie MVP bags bronze, silver awards in CDC 2019 An Adamson Baby Falcon is this year’s Most Valuable Player in the UAAP 82 Boys’ Basketball tournament.

Jake Figueroa, a Grade 11 forward, accumulated 73 statistical points with averages of 13.21 points, 14.14 rebounds, 3.14 assists, 1.64 steals, and 1.21 blocks per game while leading Adamson to an 8-6 finish, and a slot at the Final Four.

The Pampanga native ran away with the award, leading runner-up Josh THE PEP SQUAD soared high and landed at third place anew Lazaro (66.79 SP) of Ateneo by 6.21 in the UAAP 82 Cheerdance Competition at the SM Mall of Asia points. Arena yesterday.

Figueroa, now a rookie-MVP, is the Sporting a Caribbean-themed routine, the team from San first Baby Falcon to win the feat since Marcelino wowed a jam-packed crowd ,tallying 658.5 out of the Mark Juruena back in Season 71. 800 total points.

Rounding up the top 5 SP getters The Pep Squad also ranked third in the Group Stunts competition are Lebron Lopez of Ateneo and was awarded Juicy Cologne’s Pyramid 1st runner-up. (66.21SP), Karl Quiambao of National University-Nazareth School (66.14) The annual competition saw a repeat of last year’s rankings and Sean Torculas of University of the where National University booked back-to-back cheer titles Philippines Integrated School (65.57). and Far Eastern University ending up with a bridesmaid finish.

Vol. 21 No. 2 l June 2019-December 2019 | 19 Adamson U soars to UAAP HS hoops history The Lady Baby Falcons made the history books after blasting Ateneo de Manila University (AdMU), 121- 44, and registering the very first victory in the inaugural UAAP Girls Basketball Tournament last Saturday at the Paco Arena.

Joan Camagong scored the first Lady Falcons end points of the game which saw a 25-0 blitz by the girls from San Marcelino, ending the first quarter with a 37-3 title drought with tally. The lead ballooned to as high as 92 in the fourth canto with the romp of UST score at 112-20. Camagong registered a near triple-double with 23 points, nine THE LADY FALCONS did not Finals MVP Louie Romero rebounds and eight assists while waste time in claiming their had another outstanding Mia Miguel posted a 24-13 point- first championship in almost performance controlling rebound double-double to go along ten years after dispatching the the offense with 24 with three steals in only 17 minutes through the Tigresses’ defense, UST Golden Tigress in straight excellent sets to go along with of court time. building a 13-1 advantage in the sets during the PVL Collegiate seven attack points while Best second set. They never looked The UST Junior Tigresses dispatched Conference at the Filoil Flying V Middle Blocker Lorene Toring back after. De La Salle-Zobel, 63-45, in the Arena in San Juan, Saturday. was still a force on the net, tallyin second game. 15 points with six kill blocks. The victory gave the San Adamson overwhelmed the The Lady Baby Falcons will next face Marcelino-based team their first Espana-based squad, 25-19, Conference MVP and Best Open UST on Saturday at the same venue. major championship since the 25-6, 25-17, in Game 2 of the Hitter Trisha Genesis hammered Pau Soriano-led Lady Falcons best-of-three series, banking on 14 points on 10 kills and four The four-school tourney was bagged the title of the defunct another excellent showing by aces. launched as demonstration event V-League Season 7 second their youthful core. The Lady Falcons broke game this season and will be part of the conference back in 2010. General Championship tally. wide open after punching Baby Lady Falcons end season with two bridesmaid tilts

THE BABY LADY FALCONS a stepladder competition to Raisa Ricablanca, and Trisha the championship. bagged a silver finish in the determine who will face them Tubu each posted 10 points. UAAP 82 Girls’ Volleyball in the Finals. Second-seeded Adamson came out misfiring Tournament after bowing to University of Santo Tomas Trailing 1-10 in the final set, in the opening set, getting National University (NU), 25- (UST), reigning champions De UST unleashed a 7-1 run to trim demolished by the Thais. The 10, 25-17, 25-15, at the Filoil La Salle- Zobel (DLSZ) and the the Baby Lady Falcons’ lead Baby Lady Falcons eventually Flying V Centre in San Juan last Baby Lady Falcons vied for a to three, 8-11, but the Baby got their groove in the second November 16. chance to go against the Lady Lady Falcons had built enough canto but were not able to Bullpups. cushion to close out the game. recover. The team from San Marcelino was simply overpowered by The Baby Lady Falcons ended Rebisco Cup The Adamsonians clinched the Lady Bullpups who secured DLSZ’s reign atop high school their finals berth after beating their fifth crown in six years. volleyball and completed an The girls once again struck eventual third placers Team upset against UST to secure silver i in the Rebisco Volleyball NU did not allow any Baby Lady their first championship ticket. League 2019 National Finals. Aloha Region of Hawaii. Kate Falcon to reach double figures Santiago was also hailed as while delivering an offensive Santiago paced Adamson in The Baby Lady Falcons bowed second best spiker of the onslaught. Kate Santiago led their semis-clinching game down to Thailand’s powerhouse league. Adamson with only four points. against the team from Espana 3BB Nakornnont Wittaya 6 with 26 markers built on 19 Sports School of Nonthaburi, Adamson U was the National The Jhocson-based team swept attacks, four service aces, and 25-7, 25-19, last November 29 at Capital Region (NCR) titlists of the elimination round to setup three blocks. May Ann Nuique, the Ynares Center in Pasig for the tournament.

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