CPU officials together with the evaluation team of TCLIS, CHED and PRC.
The Technical Committee for Library and Information Science together with the Commission on Higher Education and Professional Regulation Commission conducted a monitoring visit for the Bachelor of Library and Information Science program of the university on May 29, 2019.
Composing the evaluation team are Ms. Corazon M. Nera, member, TCLIS, Hon. Yolanda C. Granda, PRC Representative, Ms. Remedios S. Talingdan, representative, CHED-Office of Programs and Standards Development and Dr. Ester Guarin, CHED, Education Supervisor, Information Technology Education Programs.
Discussing innovations and areas of concerns – both teams aimed at promoting the Bachelor of Library and Information Science program as a competitive academic degree.
Present during the said evaluation activity were: Dr. Irving Domingo L. Rio, CPU Vice President for Academic Affairs, Prof. Ma. Cynthia Peleña, Acting Director of Libraries, Prof. Ma. Christina Quijano – Acting Dean, College of Computer Studies, Prof. Ana Mae Cantel, Coordinator, Bachelor of Library and Information Science and Master of Library and Information Science.
The said evaluation aimed at assessing the Bachelor of Library and Information Science program of the university. The evaluation team and CPU officials discussed future innovations to strengthen the said program and to provide an avenue for competitive academic developments.
Book Authors Mr. Oliver D. Almonares and Dr. Philip Fortuno together with Dr. Mai Lynn Bermejo-Jacar, University Dentist and Director of the CPU Handbell Ringers. Photo Credit: Dr. Mai Lynn Bermejo-Jacar
Oliver D. Almonares and Dr. Philip Fortuno launched their book entitled The Rescue: God’s Amazing Grace on June 5, 2019 at the EMC Conference Room, Central Philippine University.
Mr. Oliver D. Almonares is a Centralian hailing from Alimodian, Iloilo. He is the former Commanding Officer of the 15th Scout Ranger Company and Special Operations Command of the Philippine Army while Dr. Philip Fortuno, his co-author, penned the best-selling book, No Man Left Behind: A Story of Valor in the Battle of Marawi, published in 2018. The book is about The book is about the mission to rescue those who were kidnapped by the Abu Sayyaf way back in 2002.
On behalf of the University President, Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, Prof. Esther Rose Romarate, faculty member, Department of Languages, Mass Communication and Humanities (DLMCH), warmly welcomed the authors, guests, and visitors from all over the country. It was then followed by songs of praise, acknowledging the goodness of the Almighty God.
Mr. Oliver D. Almonares together with Missionary Gracia Burnham. Photo Credit: Mr. Oliver D. Almonares
Bea B. Almonares, Almonares’ daughter, shared her thoughts about the book being launched and about the authors. “As a military man, expect man naton siguro nga very [action-filled] ang libro, may mga battle scenes. Pero, it is also [composed] of small actions nga nagresulta sang dako nga impact sa kabuhi sang iban kag sa kabuhi ni Papa kag ni Uncle Philip. Ang libro, memoir man ni Papa. Military man si Papa pero para sa akon, papa ko siya.” (As a military man, we would expect that the book is filled with action and battle scenes. However, it is also full of small incidents that had a big impact on the lives of others and those of Papa and Uncle Philip. The book is also Papa’s memoir. Papa is a military man, but for me, he is [just] my father.)
Meanwhile, Gracia Burnham, who served with the New Tribes Mission in the Philippines for 17 years and Almonares’ colleague, spoke more about him and her appreciation for his work through a video greeting. Since the rescue in 2002, Gracia has become an internationally sought speaker and author of two best-selling books, In the Presence of my Enemies (2003) and To Fly Again (2005).
Almonares then shared his experiences as a military man against terrorists and how God spared and rescued his life in all his combat missions. He narrates that the series of events following their mission revealed the overall plan of God’s redemptive power “for [him], Gracia, and others who were directly involved in that rescue.” He claimed that God is his Commander-in-Chief, his King of kings and Lord of lords and he gave glory to God for this milestone in his life.
He also thanked CPU for giving him the opportunity to conduct his book launching in his alma mater. In response, the authors donated copies of their book to the CPU Junior High School where he spent his high school days; and to the CPU Library.
The celebration ended with the singing of the CPU Alma Mater song, a closing prayer, and book signing.
CPU President Dr. Teodoro C. Robles together with the faculty and staff retirees of the university.
Central Philippine University honored 23 retirees during the Recognition Ceremony on the evening of May 30, 2019 at Emilion Function Center, Iloilo City. This is an annual program of the CPU Human Resource Development Office under Prof. Rodel Palomar. The retirees were honored for their distinguished service to Central Philippine University.
The retirees were welcomed by Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, University President. “They may have retired but they are still needed,” said Dr. Robles. Rev. Cris Amorsolo V. Sian, Senior Pastor, University Church, then encouraged the retirees to be used by God and “to work with a sense of purpose” in his reflection.
Rev. Joniel Howard H. Gico, Vice President for Student Affairs and his wife, Prof. Emma T. Gico holding their plaques of appreciation from the university.
Dr. Robles handed out the Certificates of Appreciation to the retirees with Dr. Florence P. Bogacia, Vice President for Administration and Finance, and Prof. Palomar.
A response was given by Rev. Joniel Howard H. Gico, the outgoing Vice President for Student Affairs, on behalf of the staff and by Ms. Alma A. Java, a retired faculty member of the Chemistry Department, on behalf of the faculty.
The following are the retirees for Academic Year 2018-2019:
Central Philippine University hails its six new Certified Public Accountants for successfully passing the May 2019 CPA Board Examinations.
According to the Professional Regulation Commission, 1,699 out of 10,319 passed the Certified Public Accountant Licensure Examination given by the Board of Accountancy.
CPU officials together with the evaluation team of TCLIS, CHED and PRC.
The Technical Committee for Library and Information Science together with the Commission on Higher Education and Professional Regulation Commission conducted a monitoring visit for the Bachelor of Library and Information Science program of the university on May 29, 2019.
Composing the evaluation team are Ms. Corazon M. Nera, member, TCLIS, Hon. Yolanda C. Granda, PRC Representative, Ms. Remedios S. Talingdan, representative, CHED-Office of Programs and Standards Development and Dr. Ester Guarin, CHED, Education Supervisor, Information Technology Education Programs.
Discussing innovations and areas of concerns – both teams aimed at promoting the Bachelor of Library and Information Science program as a competitive academic degree.
Present during the said evaluation activity were: Dr. Irving Domingo L. Rio, CPU Vice President for Academic Affairs, Prof. Ma. Cynthia Peleña, Acting Director of Libraries, Prof. Ma. Christina Quijano – Acting Dean, College of Computer Studies, Prof. Ana Mae Cantel, Coordinator, Bachelor of Library and Information Science and Master of Library and Information Science.
The said evaluation aimed at assessing the Bachelor of Library and Information Science program of the university. The evaluation team and CPU officials discussed future innovations to strengthen the said program and to provide an avenue for competitive academic developments.
Book Authors Mr. Oliver D. Almonares and Dr. Philip Fortuno together with Dr. Mai Lynn Bermejo-Jacar, University Dentist and Director of the CPU Handbell Ringers. Photo Credit: Dr. Mai Lynn Bermejo-Jacar
Oliver D. Almonares and Dr. Philip Fortuno launched their book entitled The Rescue: God’s Amazing Grace on June 5, 2019 at the EMC Conference Room, Central Philippine University.
Mr. Oliver D. Almonares is a Centralian hailing from Alimodian, Iloilo. He is the former Commanding Officer of the 15th Scout Ranger Company and Special Operations Command of the Philippine Army while Dr. Philip Fortuno, his co-author, penned the best-selling book, No Man Left Behind: A Story of Valor in the Battle of Marawi, published in 2018. The book is about The book is about the mission to rescue those who were kidnapped by the Abu Sayyaf way back in 2002.
On behalf of the University President, Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, Prof. Esther Rose Romarate, faculty member, Department of Languages, Mass Communication and Humanities (DLMCH), warmly welcomed the authors, guests, and visitors from all over the country. It was then followed by songs of praise, acknowledging the goodness of the Almighty God.
Mr. Oliver D. Almonares together with Missionary Gracia Burnham. Photo Credit: Mr. Oliver D. Almonares
Bea B. Almonares, Almonares’ daughter, shared her thoughts about the book being launched and about the authors. “As a military man, expect man naton siguro nga very [action-filled] ang libro, may mga battle scenes. Pero, it is also [composed] of small actions nga nagresulta sang dako nga impact sa kabuhi sang iban kag sa kabuhi ni Papa kag ni Uncle Philip. Ang libro, memoir man ni Papa. Military man si Papa pero para sa akon, papa ko siya.” (As a military man, we would expect that the book is filled with action and battle scenes. However, it is also full of small incidents that had a big impact on the lives of others and those of Papa and Uncle Philip. The book is also Papa’s memoir. Papa is a military man, but for me, he is [just] my father.)
Meanwhile, Gracia Burnham, who served with the New Tribes Mission in the Philippines for 17 years and Almonares’ colleague, spoke more about him and her appreciation for his work through a video greeting. Since the rescue in 2002, Gracia has become an internationally sought speaker and author of two best-selling books, In the Presence of my Enemies (2003) and To Fly Again (2005).
Almonares then shared his experiences as a military man against terrorists and how God spared and rescued his life in all his combat missions. He narrates that the series of events following their mission revealed the overall plan of God’s redemptive power “for [him], Gracia, and others who were directly involved in that rescue.” He claimed that God is his Commander-in-Chief, his King of kings and Lord of lords and he gave glory to God for this milestone in his life.
He also thanked CPU for giving him the opportunity to conduct his book launching in his alma mater. In response, the authors donated copies of their book to the CPU Junior High School where he spent his high school days; and to the CPU Library.
The celebration ended with the singing of the CPU Alma Mater song, a closing prayer, and book signing.
CPU President Dr. Teodoro C. Robles together with the faculty and staff retirees of the university.
Central Philippine University honored 23 retirees during the Recognition Ceremony on the evening of May 30, 2019 at Emilion Function Center, Iloilo City. This is an annual program of the CPU Human Resource Development Office under Prof. Rodel Palomar. The retirees were honored for their distinguished service to Central Philippine University.
The retirees were welcomed by Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, University President. “They may have retired but they are still needed,” said Dr. Robles. Rev. Cris Amorsolo V. Sian, Senior Pastor, University Church, then encouraged the retirees to be used by God and “to work with a sense of purpose” in his reflection.
Rev. Joniel Howard H. Gico, Vice President for Student Affairs and his wife, Prof. Emma T. Gico holding their plaques of appreciation from the university.
Dr. Robles handed out the Certificates of Appreciation to the retirees with Dr. Florence P. Bogacia, Vice President for Administration and Finance, and Prof. Palomar.
A response was given by Rev. Joniel Howard H. Gico, the outgoing Vice President for Student Affairs, on behalf of the staff and by Ms. Alma A. Java, a retired faculty member of the Chemistry Department, on behalf of the faculty.
The following are the retirees for Academic Year 2018-2019:
The staff of the departments under the President’s Office at Badiango Island.
Finally the rain stopped and the service bus arrived; the staff from the President’s Office came in earlier for the trip. Sir Ted and Ma’am Angel personally checked on each one and waited until everybody has confirmed to be on the trip. The CPU President during the last faculty and staff night reminded his employees to relax, energize and fellowship with one another whenever there is a chance. “The activities create positive attitude, provide energy and develop team building with the organization”.
There were about twenty-five in the group including Sir Ted and Ma’am Angel. Pastor Alfred Morales and Jones Somosierra led in the singing of hymns as the bus started off on the road. The trip took about a couple of hours to reach the Municipality of Concepcion.
Concepcion is a coastal town in northern Iloilo and one of the fast developing tourist’s destinations in Western Visayas. On the way to Concepcion, panoramic view of the sea and the islands were just breathtaking.
At one time or another, CPU President Dr. Teodoro C. Robles with administrators, staff and CPU alumni groups brought foods, clothing and shelter materials to the victims of Typhoon Yolanda. The Municipality of Concepcion was among those declared in a state of calamity. Succeeding civic actions and medical missions from CPU followed. More and more relief goods and supplies were delivered from CPU. The events would lead the Central Philippine University Alumni Association and the Municipality of Concepcion to become allies and supporters of each other. “The ‘concepcionanons’ are thankful and will never forget the sympathy and support of Central Philippine University during that time of disaster”, according to one of the Centralian alumni who hails from the town of Concepcion.
A chartered motored bangka brought the group to the Badiango Island Beach Resort. Afterwards, a Galilean worship service was led by Pastor Alfred – with Dr. Ted and Angel Robles, before proceeding to the beach. Everyone indulged in seafood served for lunch. Island-hopping and more pictures were taken before returning to the mainland of Concepcion.
Vice Mayor Millard Villanueva met with Dr. Robles at the coffee shop of Pan de Azucar Hotel where everyone stayed for the night. Villanueva who is now the Vice Mayor – elect of Concepcion engage everyone in conversation over brewed coffee and thanked them for the visit. He encouraged them to continue on with the strong alliance that CPU and the Municipality of Conception have founded. Villanueva is currently the Vice President of the Concepcion Centralian Alumni Association. The group was treated to dinner by Dr. Ted and Angel Robles at their place in Concepcion.
Everyone started early for the trip back to Iloilo City the next day.
Comprising most of the athletes representing Western Visayas, the Central Philippine University Golden Lions led Region VI to numerous victories during the 2019 National PRISAA held at Davao City on May 19-24, 2019. Region VI was declared as the overall champion with 455 medals (212 Gold medals, 146 Silver medals, 95 Bronze medals). Region VII came in second with 347 medals (139 Gold medals, 128 Silver medals, 80 Bronze medals).
The CPU Golden Lions Athletes contributed 75 Gold medals, 35 Silver medals, and 16 Bronze medals.
Tertiary
Athletics Tertiary Men
Name Course/Yr Level Individual Overall
BALOGO, Ailter John B. SHS, G 12 Champion
DEMOTAÑO, Dan Angelo C. SHS, G 12 Gold-110m Hurdles Champion
Athletics Tertiary Women
Name Course/Yr Level Overall
VALENCIA, Celeste Marie B. BSN 4 2nd Runner Up
Basketball Tertiary Women
Name Course/Yr Level Official Results
BALES, Ma. Queenie L. BSBA 4 2nd Runner Up
PAYAS, Lolly P. SHS, G 12 2nd Runner Up
Dancesport Tertiary
Name: Course/Yr Level Official Results
SA-ATO, Patrick Ivan T. Participant
Softball Tertiary Women
Kim B. Dela Cruz – Head Coach – BEST COACH
Rhea Sevilla – Asst. Coach – BEST COACH
Ma. Marriel Arnado – Asst. Coach – BEST COACH
Jose Hechanova – Trainer – BEST TRAINER
Name Course/Yr Level Individual Official Results
ATANAS, Krisha Leigh M. BSSW3 Champion
BANGCAYA, Jacqueline L BSED X 3 Champion
BESIN, Frizzy May B. BSED X 3 Champion
BOTERO, Jennifer R. BSSW 1 Champion
DECHOSA, Geia Lyn D. BSSW 4 MVP Champion Best Pitcher
DE LOS SANTOS, Cheryl Marie P. BSED X 3 Champion
DEL ROSARIO, Jiezl P. BSED X 3 Best Slugger Champion
GIERZA, Charlyn Joy B. SHS, G 12 Champion
HECITA, Ma. Kesiah BSED X 3 Champion
MABELIN, Kate P. SHS, G 12 Champion
MONICODE, Angielie M. BSED X 3 Champion
PARREÑO, Shiegred B. SHS, G 12 Champion
PARREÑO, Riza Jean J. BSBA 1 Champion
SAMSON, Tweedle Gee M. BEED Z 4 Best Hitter Champion
SARAYNO, Shymie Casandra S. SHS, G 11 Champion
VARGAS, Yyanna C. BSPSYC 1 Champion
VELASCO, Beverly S. BSED X 1 Champion
Swimming Tertiary Men
Name Course/Yr Level Individual Overall
APOLTO, Joseph Dominic F. BSIT 1 Silver-4x100m Medley Champion
LEE, John David L. BSAccty 1 Silver-4x50m Freestyle Relay Champion
Silver-4x200m Freestyle Relay
Swimming Tertiary Women
Name Course/Yr Level Individual Overall
ARENAL, Carla June M. BSTM 1 Gold-4x100m Freestyle Relay Champion
Engr. Russel Renz Garcia’s life is a testimony of how young people can use their energy and gifts for God’s glory.
“Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.” – 1Timothy 4:12
In the recently concluded Convention Baptist Youth Fellowship of the Philippines (CBYFP) 62nd Anniversary and 5th Biennial Assembly on May 20-24 at Sta. Monica Elementary School, Puerto Princesa, Palawan, the set of officers was led by a Centralian Chemical Engineer, Mr. Russel Renz Garcia, Batch 2017.
Mr. Garcia’s journey in CBYFP started in 2009. He was elected as Young Teens President during the first biennial assembly in 2011 in Capiz. Later, he became the Auditor for 2013-2015. “There was almost no activity for CBYFP aside from the biennial assembly which ended with a financial adversity,” Mr. Garcia shares. From there, he decided to take up the challenge to be the CBYFP President for 2017-2019, with the faith of recuperating the financial status of CBY as well as wanting the Baptist youth to be empowered as disciples and sharers of the Good News.
During this year’s assembly, Mr. Garcia and his co-officers were also tested: “As a [visionary] leader, my biggest fear is not seeing my plans happen. We were expecting 500 delegates but only a little over 200 confirmed through online registration. But Proverbs 19:21 reminded me that God’s purpose will prevail. I just entrusted everything to Him and I knew that we won’t fail.”
Being a Centralian leader, Mr. Garcia claimed that he fully trusts God with his decisions. “Sometimes our personal interest may interfere that’s why we need God to intervene and reveal His plans so that we can decide based on His will,” he adds. Hence, the CBYFP 2019 was a success and was victorious through the efforts of the officers, pastors, and advisers, and most especially, with the help of God.
Now that his term as CBYFP President has come to an end, he makes sure that at his workplace, he gives his best when completing his tasks. As a chemical engineer in environmental management, he sees to it that his company complies with the environmental laws because “we are stewards of God’s creation.” And for him, that is where the Central Spirit should be ignited.
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