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DAP ENGAGES WMSU, OTHER SUCS IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND EXTENSION SERVICES
A Collective Move to Rebuild Zamboanga after Siege
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DAP ENGAGES WMSU, OTHER SUCS IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND EXTENSION SERVICES
A Collective Move to Rebuild Zamboanga after Siege
he responsibility to rehabilitate Zamboanga City from the ruins the September 2013 crisis created is collectively ours. The country and the entire world are not bystanders but aggrieved victims to the atrocities that occurred. And the role of the academe to rebuild Zamboanga can never be underrated. On a larger scale, the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP), the countrys lead institution renowned for coaching and producing top government career executives in governance and public administration has recently launched continuing programs for State Universities and Colleges. Convinced by the wisdom that education always occupies a primordial place in the countrys development and progress, DAP sees the need for educators to essentially and continuously be trained to address current social issues, trends and challenges.
University in the implementation of plan; 4. Benchmark the Philippine Higher Education Roadmap, Asian Integration and Millennium Development Goals; 5. Consider regional and local realities in rebuilding communities; 6. Utilize government and non-government resources efficiently. Guided by their respective action plans, WMSU together with the other SUCs, have pledged commitment to prioritize the interest of their respective communities. After the devastation triggered by natural and man-made calamities in the country, our communal vow to work hand in hand is even stronger. The SUCs have crossed borders to immerse in the plight of one another and be directly involved in the process of uplifting our social, economic and moral conditions.
Through the initiative of the University President Dr. Milabel Enriquez Ho who just accomplished with exemplary performance series of DAP trainings for SUCs management executives, WMSU was made a host in a recent DAP undertaking. Representatives from various SUCs coming from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao were sent to Zamboanga City on a week-long field exposure to extension services centered on the enhancement of community services in areas of literacy, health, sanitation, livelihood and employment. The threetiered DAP course of extension coordinators covered the foundational, capacity development and integrative domains. Prior to the actual field exposure the DAP participants were invited to the Zamboanga City Sangguniang Panglungsod session where Dr. Ho had the opportunity to present WMSUs Extension Agenda particularly the Trakwela literacy program. Dr. Miriam O. Kanti, a faculty of the College of Nursing represented WMSU to the CHED-DAP-PASUC Flagship Extension program and was tasked furthermore to conduct an extension colloquim with the 22 DAP extension coordinators and other stakeholders to craft an integrated and functional extension agenda. The agenda shall be presented as an action plan in the last leg of the training in April 2014. The re-entry plan for WMSU extension services is designed primarily to address the resettlement issues of war victims in the area and aims to: 1. Apply the multidisciplinary approach in pooling of resources and expertise in the University; 2. Inter-phase instruction, research and extension in the action plan; 3. Integrate vision, mission, goals and objectives of the
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Dr. Milabel E. Ho President Dr. Ederlinda M. Fernandez VP for Planning Admin and Finance Dr. Ma. Carla A. Ochotorena OIC, VP for Academic Affairs Dr. Roberto B. Torres OIC, VP for Research, Development and Extension
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UB STAFF WMSU President, Dr. Milabel Enriquez-Ho toured the DAP participants around WMSU where a farewell dinner followed at the College of Teacher Education Social Hall to formally sendoff the SUC Extension Service Coordinators.
Amanda Jean R. Dalugdug Writer Joseph P. Curada Layout and Graphic Artist Evelyn C. Luceno Writer - OP
Dr. Lea U. Laput Director, Public Affairs Office All Deans and Directors Contributors Public Information Officers of the Colleges
Extension Service Coordinators from different SUCs visited the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Barter Trade on their last day in Zamboanga.
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At least 14 faculty members of the College of Home Economics (CHE), including the dean, Prof. Lucia M. Santos, passed the Food Processing National Certification II Assessment conducted by the Technical Education and Science Development Administration (TESDA) on March 1, 2014 at the CHE, WMSU main campus. The dean and faculty passers of the examination are: Prof. Lucia Santos, Mrs. Rivera Aliponga, Ms. Maritess A. Barrios, Mrs. Signorina Y. Bueno Ms. Gerlie F. Cabayacruz, Prof. Eleanor B. Calumpang, Ms. Merilyn Capistrano, Prof. Antonietta H. Domen, Mrs. Mary Grace P. Ducay, Prof. Norqueen T. Dumadaug, Mrs. Sylvia Hachero, Ms. Ruby M. Lim, Mrs. Gladess A. Pagal and Mrs. Lorna L. Salome. It may be informed that the Bachelor of Science in Food Technology (BSNT) program, together with the Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics (BSND) of CHE, has been accredited to Level I by the Accrediting Agency for Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP). (Evelyn C. Luceo, WMSU-OP)
Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales bid farewell to his colleagues in the College of Teacher Education, to the WMSU President and to the students who have been close to his heart.
Students and faculty members of the College of Teacher Education gathered outside the building to formally send off Dr. Rosales.
WMSU President, Dr. Milabel Enriquez-Ho inspired Dr. Rosales with words of encouragement before he officially takes the post as President of JHC State College.
Dr. Rosales blew the symbolic Four Candles of Leadership during his sending off program.
The community members of Barangay La Paz watch closely as a CHE faculty member lectures on food processing.
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Dr. Sarmiento, Dr. Dela Cruz attend training on Institutional Sustainability Assessment of HEI
Dr. Chona Q. Sarmiento, Dean of the Research Development and Evaluation Center and Dr. Susan P. Dela Cruz, OIC-Director of the Quality Assurance Office, completed the three rounds of Institutional Sustainability Assessment (ISA) of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) Training. The training was sponsored by the Commission on Higher Education-Task Force on OutcomesBased and Typology-Based Quality Assurance. The first part of the training was held at the Quest Hotel in Cebu City last July 19, 2013. This included a familiarization on the ISA of HEIs Primer. Participants underwent workshop on how to interview SUC officials using the Assessors Guide - Key Result Areas (KRA) on Governance and Management; Quality of Teaching and Learning; Quality of Professional Exposure; Research and Creative Work, Support for Students and Relations with Community. The second part was held at the CHED Central Office, UP Diliman, Quezon City last November 18, 2013. It was during this activity that the participants had a practicum which involved interview of SUC officials from different regions. Given situations, the officials were guided on how they will respond to questions asked by the assessors. The third part of the training was held at the Crown Regency Hotel in Cebu City on February 28, 2014. The activity included a review of the past activities focusing on the primer and assessors guide. This was followed by a workshop on how to write the summary report and how this is presented and submitted to the CHED Central Office.
CSWCD Dean Prof. Victoria G. Alojado (center) receiving the Plaque of Recognition from Dswd IX Regional Director Zenaida L. Arevalo (left) and Asec. Camilo Gudmalin (right), Coach Monitor for VisMin, during the agencys 63rd Anniversary last January 30, 2014 at Grand Astoria Hotel, this city.
Dr. Nursia M. Barjose (extreme right) receives the award for Third Best Paper Presentation
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Dr. Anton Torres, a PE professor from Spain came to WMSU to offer a talk on teaching Spanish through Sports.
WMSU delegates received the award for Best Peace Journalism Performing University from USAID representatives, local media practitioners and the City Mayor Hon. Ma. Isabelle Climaco-Salazar.
Spanish Prof gives talk on Sports and the Spanish language to WMSU studes
Dr. Anton Torres, a Physical Education professor from the University of Santiago de Compostela in Spain, has recently delivered a lecture on Sports and the Spanish language to Western Mindanao State University students, and teachers who were trained in Instituto Cervantes. The conference, dubbed as Didactic Principles for the Teaching of the Spanish Language through Physical Activity was organized by Prof. Julie Uy-Cabato, Director of the Language Development Resource Center (LDRC) under the Office of the Vice President for Research, Development and Extension-Dr. Roberto B. Torres.
USAID representatives, media practitioners and City Mayor Hon. Ma. Isabelle Climaco-Salazar (2nd from right) awards the Best Peace Journalism Story to Althea Basilanica Sanson, BS Biology I (center)
Mass Communication students from all levels, freshmen Social Studies and Physical Education students were the audience during the talk on Monday, February 4 at the College of Law. Dr. Torres lecture did not only cater to the students, but to Bachelor of Physical Education and Spanish language teachers as well. The Spanish professor provided a brief demonstration on the new methodology of teaching the Spanish language through sports and physical activities. Moreover, it is in line with LDRCs mission of promoting the teaching of foreign languages in the University.
LDRC Director, Prof. Julie Uy-Cabato (third from right) and the Spanish language instructors of WMSU with Dr. Anton Torres (fourth from right)
WMSU participants to the Peace Journalism Training paid a courtesy call to WMSU President, Dr. Milabel EnriquezHo (5th from right) with MassCom Department Head, Prof. Ma. Marissa L. Makasiar (extreme left).
The professor earned his Doctorate degree in Philosophy and Science of Education at the University Caada Blanch of London, United Kingdom; Department of Santiago de Compostela in Spain, and his Masters in of Education at the Museum of Natural History and Recreation from the University of New Mexico in USA. Science of New Mexico, SUA; Bilingual Division of the IES de Sar. Santiago de Compostela, Spain; Physical Among his professional experiences include teaching Education Department of the Spanish Institute Juan de in different academic institutions like the Department la Cierva of Tetun, Morocco; and the Foreign Languages of Language Faculty of the University of Hanoi, Vietnam; Department of the Universiti Sains Malaysia of Penang, Physical Education Department of the Spanish Institute Malaysia. (AJ Dalugdug PAO, WMSU)
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STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT
WMSU delegates were all smiles during the awarding ceremony at Liceo de Cagayan.
Aminah F. Kunting (left) was coached by CCH faculty member, Dr. Expedito Titus H. Malbago
The WMSU delegation was composed of faculty members and students of the College of Social Sciences.
The theme of the contest was Strengthening love for God and one another: a celebration of Kunting was trained by the seasoned speech hope for life, peace and solidarity. writer and trainer, Dr. Expedito Titus H. Malbago, a member of the faculty of the
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(L-R) Mr. Edwin G. To (Member, BOR), Dr. Milabel Enriquez-Ho (President), Dr. Roberto B. Torres (OIC-VP RDE) and Engr. Aldrin B. Abdurahim (Student Regent) during the 2014 JEEP Culmination at Astoria Regency. A barangay official (middle) asks a query while Lt. Commander Alimuddin Pola (extreme left) and Dean Prof. Esnaen Catong (extreme right) listen. Prof. Esanaen Catong (extreme left) and Dr. Adrian P. Semorlan (extreme right) awards a certificate to Lt. Commander Alimmudin Pola (center). National security is everyones concern. Thus declared Lt. Commander Alimuddin U. Pola, Commander of the Naval Intelligence and Security Group Western Mindanao Command, Zaboanga City. Pola, who is a native of Mahayahay, Iligan City and a graduate of the Philippine Military Academy (class 1997), was guest speaker during the National Security and Culture of Peace Symposium which was held on March 17, 2014 at the College of Teacher Education Social Hall. The event was sponsored by the College of Social Sciences Extension and Community Office headed by Dr. Adrian P. Semorlan, under the supervision of Prof. Esanaen Catong, Dean, CSS, in partnership with the Bachelor of Science in Social Work II-A (Batch 2012) students. The symposium was attended by WMSU-CSS faculty, professionals (private and government), WMSU students and some barangay officials from barangays Mercedes, Talon-Talon and Recodo. A multi-awarded officer of the Philippine Marine Corps, Pola informed that national security used to be viewed primarily as the protection of the nations people and territories from physical assault and external threats. In the 1950s, however, the protection of vital economic and political interests began to be part of its concern, he said. Today, national security may be more accurately defined as the state or condition wherein the peoples way of life and institutions, the territorial integrity as well as their welfare and well-being is protected and enhanced, he added. As such, national security is now a concern, not only of the military, but also of other government agencies and entities, including the private sector, Pola stressed. In this vein, he pointed out the significant role of civilians, including students, in ensuring
Students of CSS and CSWCD gathered at the Social Hall to listen to Lt. Comm. Alimuddin U. Polas talk. that communities are secure, basically by reporting any suspicious persons and/or activities obtaining therein. Pola further informed that, operationally, national security may be viewed as an outcome, a process and/or a structure. He explained that, as outcome or end result, national security refers to the attainment and promotion of territorial integrity, ecological balance, socio-political stability, economic solidarity, moral-spiritual consensus, cultural cohesiveness and external peace. He further explained that, as a process, national security, refers to the myriad of activities that help the country obtain its national vision of good governance, civil and external defense, national development and law enforcement. And as a structure, Pola revealed that national security refers to individuals and groups, both public and private, that help in the attainment of the national vision of freedom, dignity and prosperity. Meanwhile, CSS dean, Prof. Esnaen Catong, remembering the Zamboanga siege as an issue of national security, pointed out that the incident challenges our innovativeness and transformative abilities as we continue to address its consequences in our midst today. (Evelyn C. Luceo, WMSUOP)
Over 800 JEEP finishers gathered at the Astoria Regency for the Culminating Activity (Inset: Prof. Julie Uy-Cabato, LDRC Director)
Mr. Edwin G. To (left) and Engr. Aldrin B. Abdurahim (right) awards a Certificate of Completion to a JEEP finisher.
Western Mindanao State University, Language Development Resource Center (LDRC) held its 5th Culmination Ceremony for the Job Enabling English Proficiency (JEEP) program on April 1 which was attended by the University President, Dr. Milabel Enriquez-Ho who introduced the Guest Speaker-newly installed WMSU Board of Regent, Edwin G. To (Private Sector Representative). Present also were Engr. Aldrin B. Abdurahim (Student Regent), Vice President for Research, Development and Extension Dr. Roberto B. Torres and other members of the academe. Zamboanga City Chamber of Commerce and Industry Foundation, Inc. President Edwin G. To, in his speech, related the 3Ps of success to the JEEP graduatesPlanning, Practice and Pray. Over 800 graduates of the JEEP program marched at the Astoria Regency Convention Center in Pasonanca
Prof. Julie Uy-Cabato, LDRC Director said the 2014 culmination ceremony marks another milestone for the university in producing competent and language confident students who will become professionals soon. WMSUs JEEP, which is a 2-year certificate program has produced over 3,000 graduates of from 2009 up to the present. We have generated success stories, in 2010 a number of our HRM students went for an interview and all of them made it and went to Singapore for their intern, Prof. Cabato added. The JEEP program is undertaken by students from the different courses of the University as Engineering, Education, HRM, Masscom, English, Psychology and soon the Home Economics Course like Nutrition and Dietetics, but we welcome outsiders or professionals willing to enroll in the program. Cabato said.
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Signing the MOA between WMSU and TESDA were (L-R) TESDA OIC-ROD Ms. Alma F. Gudmalin, WMSU Pres. Dr. Milabel Ho, TESDA IX Dir. Lorenzo G. Macapili and WMSU Board Sec. Dr. Ricardo Danilo E. Corteza.
VP RDE Dr. Roberto B. Torres, acknowledged the faculty of CSM for the inspiration it has brought to WMSU
Reflectivity of Blue range distributed Bragg reflection by Ameera A. Jose, Hydrophobicity of Taro, Lemongrass and Coconut Leaves by Jefferson Y. Salazar, Water Resistance Demonstration by Marvin A. Maulion; and a presentation of research papers entitled Chemistry Achievement of WMSU Engineering and Computer Science student: Early Detection Models by Renante E. Autida and Fabrication of Spectometer: Spectral Analysis of Firefly and Flowers in Z.C. by Samuel Daligdig and Mark Kenneth L. Toledo. Meanwhile, Dr. Roberto B. Torres-Vice President for Research, Development and Extension represented the WMSU PresidentDr. Milabel Enriquez-Ho for the Inspirational Message. Dr. Torres motivated the participants of the quiz show, stating how one quiz bee can bring them to greater heights in the future and how these students knowledge can bring a better tomorrow to the University, the environment, and the country. The Vice President even quoted the action star Bruce Lee, saying Knowing is not enough, we must apply it. Willing is not enough, we must do it. (AJ Dalugdug PAO, WMSU)
College of Home Economics launched three products during the MOA signing: (Clockwise from upper left) European Fruitcake, Cured Chicken Country Style and All-Seasons Homemade Ham.
WMSU President, Dr. Milabel E. Ho led the symbolic ribbon cutting of the CHE products with Private Sector Rep. Hon. Edwin G. To, TESDA IX Dir. Lorenzo G. Macapili and CHE Dean Prof. Lucia M. Santos.
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The presenters: (clockwise from upper left) Karen Maghanoy, Cesar Caermare, Vanessa Dablo, Minette Emmanuel, Daryll Calumpong, Nuron-Nihar Ebbah, Vanessa Dael, Anna Espartero, Joselito Vega, Mark Lacuesta, Anni Gonzales and Mr. Jerson Mohammad.
Dr. Roldan T. Echem who recently won in an international conference was among the presenters.
The presenters of the 5th CAgri & CFES joint research forum: (clockwise from upper left) Raymond T. De Asis, Rochelle B. Mendez, Juanita S. Tolorio, Judith F. Igasan, Rizamae P. Lozano, Nelson B. Llares, Roel E. Surdiaz, Kriza Mary C. Alatan, Jay Ann S. Ta mbac, Anniecar L. Salatan, and Cheryl L. Galis
The presenters posed with the WMSU officials present in the event: (seated, third from left) Prof. Eulyn H. Tangalin, Dr. Julieta B. Tendero, Dr. Chona Q. Sarmiento and the faculty of CFES and CAgri. which among the different treatments, whether applied alone or in combination with organic fertilizer, can effectively influence the increase yield of mustard. Jay Ann S. Tambac of CFES studied on the Quality of the Coastal Water in Barangay Ali Alsree, Zamboanga Sibugay Province. It found out the level of Potential Hydrogen (pH) and Dissolved Oxygen (DO) in the coastal water of Barangay Ali Alsree. Another presenter, Anniecar L. Salatan presented her paper entitled Analysis of the Water Effluents Discharged in the Shore of R.T. Lim Boulevard, Barangay Cawa-Cawa, Zamboanga City which was designed to look at the bacteriological content of the effluent discharge at the mentioned area of study. Solid Waste Disposal Practices in Barangay Poblacion, Siocon, Zamboanga del Norte by Cheryl L. Galis of CFES was among the studies presented during the Research Forumall under Student Category. Present during the forum were RUPID Director-Dr. Julieta B. Tendero, BIDANI Director-Prof. Eulyn H. Tangalin who represented OIC-Vice President for RDE-Dr. Roberto B. Torres, Research Development and Evaluation Center (RDEC) Dean-Dr. Chona Q. Sarmiento who delievered the latest R & D Updates. The Research Coordinators of CAgri and CFES organized the 5th joint Research Forum in collaboration with RUPID. It was attended by students and faculty members of both colleges. (AJ Dalugdug PAO, WMSU) JANUARY - MARCH 2014 | THE UNIVERSITY BULLETIN
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15 radio sets were given to the students of the Alternative Learning Support for the Tausug and Sinama.
The College of Engineering and Technology set up a freedom board for students to scribble their messages to the late Carlo Angelo S. Canda.
Selected students performed their native Kulintang dance during the turnover event.
City Mayor Hon. Ma. Isabelle Climaco-Salazar expressed her sympathy to WMSU and the family and friends of Carlo Angelo S. Canda.
WMSU students assembled at the WMSU grounds to light their candles for the soul of Canda.
Held at the RDEC Conference Room on Wednesday, February 12, Vice President for Research, Development and Extension, Dr. Roberto B. Torres delivered the inspirational talk where he cited the Universitys
mission of reaching out to barangays where education is not the main concern of its people. Dr. Torres concluded his statement saying that education is for all and that through education, a nation is built. (AJ Dalugdug PAO, WMSU)
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The objective of the celebration is to recognize womens resiliency, strength and contributions to progress and to discuss the countrys gains, gaps and challenges in implementing the Beijing Platform for Action (adopted from the Philippine Commission on Women). Themed as JUANA, TATAG MO AY TATAG NATIN PARA SA PAGBANGON AT PAGSULONG, GRRC came up with a series of activities to recognize the role of women in the countrys rehabilitation process and their overall contributions to progress. To wit are the activities set for the week-long celebration of the Womens Month: February 19-Forum on the Roles of the Women in Todays Challenging Time; February 14 and 19-Forum on Adolescent Health and Sexuality; March 3-Kick Off Ceremony, One Billion Rising Dance Execution; March 7-Fab and Glam Day, Gender and Media, Forum on Health Issues for Men and Women, Virtual Arts Competition (Poster Making Contest), and Essay Writing Contest.
Chiefs of military groups (WESMINCOM, Naval Forces, PAF, TFZ, 55th Eng. Brigade, PNP IX, ZCPO and Philippine Coast Guard were present during the ceremony.
Guest Speaker Jasmin Jamsani-Teodoro emphasized the significant role of women during the September 2013 crisis.
During the kickoff program at the WMSU Covered Court, Guest Speaker Jasmin Jamsani-Teodoro recounted the noteworthy roles of women to help alleviate the victims of the Zamboanga crisis that broke out last year. Vice President for Planning and Finance, Dr. Ederlinda M. Fernandez represented the University President, Dr. Milabel Enriquez-Ho as she further inspired the women who were in the program to empower themselves. GRRC, through its Director, Prof. Rosalyn R. Echem, aims to highlight the women who were labeled as drivers of change who untiringly volunteered themselves in times of disaster, conflict and calamity. Furthermore, GRRC Training Specialist Darlane A. Sabellano led the volunteers of GRRC in the promotion of the campaign to combat the cases of ViolenceAgainst-Women. (AJ Dalugdug, PAO-WMSU)
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WMSU officials actively participated during the parade to Paseo del Mar grounds.
WMSU students filled the Covered Court as they joined the One Billion Rising dance exhibition.
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Dr. Milabel Enriquez-Ho (WMSU President) led the symbolic cutting of ribbon with other WMSU officials and guests.
Vice President for Planning and Finance-Dr. Ederlinda M. Fernandez shook hands with a Navy official as WMSU receives the trash can donations from WESMINCOM.
Ten trash cans were donated by the WESMINCOM naval forces to WMSU.
Volunteers of the Save Our Children facilitated over the Badjao children during the launch at Covered Court.
Moreover, officials of the Naval Forces have also added that this program is in support of the fight against climate change. (AJ Dalugdug, PAO-WMSU)
Naval Forces of the CMOU of WESMINCOM unloading the trash cans from their truck.
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WMSU Vice Presidents and the internal accreditors were present during the exit conference of the survey.
WMSU President-Dr. Milabel Enriquez-Ho (extreme right) receives the Certificates of Accreditation from AACCUP President-Dr. Luis M. Sorolla Jr., (center) and AACUP Board of Trustees Vice President-Dr. Evelyn C. Cruzada (left)
VP-PAF, Dr. Ederlinda M. Fernandez hands over a certificate to one of the internal accreditors.
WMSU President, Dr. Milabel Enriquez-Ho received the awards from the AACCUP President Dr. Luis M. Sorolla Jr. and AACCUP Board of Trustees Vice President Dr. Evelyn C. Cruzada. With Dr. Ho were OIC-Vice President for accreditors from Private Higher Education Institutions. Academic Affairs, Dr. Ma. Carla A. Ochotorena and OICDuring the convention, AACCUP and NNQQA launched Director of Quality Assurance, Dr. Susan P. Dela Cruz. the CHED-sponsored Outcomes-Based Quality Assurance The forum was attended by SUC Presidents and Vice Program with presentations by national and international Presidents, Deans and Directors of Quality Assurance, experts who discussed the issues and best practices of Chairs of International Accreditation Bodies, Accreditors the program and its implementation in State Universities and Senior Faculty, CHED officials and officials and and Colleges. (WMSU Press Release)
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(L-R) WMSU officials Dr. Ma. Carla A. Ochotorena (OICVPAA), Dr. Susan P. Dela Cruz (Director, Quality Assurance) and Dr. Milabel Enriquez-Ho (President) posed with one of the resource speakers on accreditation, Prof. Dr. N Sun Jianrong (Associate Vice-Rector for Intl Affairs and Dean of the University International College of Macau University of Science and Technology)
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Dr. Heraldo A. Layaoen (foreground) of ICRISAT proposed a toast for the start of the partnership between the different sectors.
Engr. Samuel Contreras of the Bureau of Soil and Water Management is the National Program Coordinator of the Yamang Lupa program.
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In the same yearon November 2013, he was conferred with the prestigious Excellence in Agricultural Leadership Award by the Association of Agricultural Technology in Southeast Asia (AATSEA). Since leading ICRISAT, Dr. Dar has intensively advocated a Grey to Green Revolution in the dry tropics of Asia and sub-Saharan Africa through Science with a Human Face. In pursuing the Institutes mission, he has strengthened strategic partnerships with an array of stakeholders NARS, ARIs, NGOs, development agencies and the private sector. These initiatives led to a stronger ICRISAT working for a foodsecure SAT. In April 2010, ICRISAT led by Dr. Dar won the CGIARs Science Award for Outstanding Partnership together with the World Vegetable Center (AVRDC), for improving the lives of women and children in West Africa. In 2008, it had won for the fifth time the King Baudouin Award (the most prestigious in the CGIAR) along with eight other Centers. This was made possible through its involvement in the Collaborative Research Program for Sustainable Agricultural Production in Central Asia and Caucasus. Earlier in 2004, it had won the award together with CIMMYT, IRRI, IWMI and other national systems in the CIMMYT-led Rice-Wheat Consortium for the Indo-Gangetic Plains. In 2002, the Institute together with ICARDA had bagged the award for developing new chickpea varieties with higher tolerance to drought and heat, greater resistance to pests and diseases that provide stable and profitable yields. ICRISAT is the only CGIAR Center to have bagged this award five times. Dr. Dars astute and decisive leadership was repeatedly manifest in the Institutes surplus budgets in the year 2000 and from 2003 to 2009. In 2009, a very positive Sixth External Program and Management Review (EPMR) pronounced that ICRISAT today is a thriving research institute with a unique capacity to address poverty alleviation, food security, and natural resource protection in the semi-arid tropics. There were more research outputs and impacts created by the Institute during the last ten years as well, both in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa. The turnaround for the Institute was possible because of Dr. Dars effective and human-oriented management, big-picture decisions and innovations and the positive attitude and high morale he infused in the staff. He led the Institute in mapping out a new Strategic Plan to 2020, a road map to empowering the poor in the drylands. As a demonstration of the strong faith in his outstanding leadership, the Governing Board awarded Dr. Dar a third fiveyear term in office, starting 2010. Dars transformational leadership has turned ICRISAT into a forward looking institution, which has been ranked Outstanding consecutively in 2006 and 2007 among the CGIAR centers. A man on a mission and a champion of the poor, Dr. Dar has made a big difference and continues with conviction his mission of helping alleviate the conditions of the poor people living in the drylands of Asia and sub-Saharan Africa.
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