April - May 2006
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Bon Anniversaire, Sir Acanto
CPU President Dr. Juanito Acanto turned 69 on April 5, 2006 and yet,
he is still as bubbly and as passionate as ever. During the April 3
Hawaiian-inspired surprise birthday bash thrown by the administration
staff and other University unit heads and officials, Pres. Acanto took
pleasure in dance and song numbers, and personalized presents
prepared by his well-wishers. Dr. Acanto’s wife Mrs. Ruth Acanto,
their children, and grandson were also present to celebrate their
padre de familia’s special day.
URESCON proposes course outline in Teaching Research
University Research Committee (URESCOM) headed
by University Research Director, Dr. Randy Anthony Pabulayan, have come out
with a suggested Course Outline in teaching Research 1 and 2.
This is in response to the problem of the
apparently insufficient instruction in Research wherein some teachers have
reportedly less contact hours with students and the latter are left to their
own devices/not closely supervised, in coming up with their research outputs.
In the Course Outline, Research 1 or Methods
of Research includes classroom work, exams, and group consultations which total
48 hours. The lessons/workshops that must be covered/performed are as
follows: Unit I – Introduction to Research/Role of Research
(2 hours), Unit II – The Research Process: Problem Identification and
Definition (3 hours), and the Presentation of Workshop Output: Research
Problem (2 hours), Unit III – The Research Process: Formulation
of Objectives and Hypotheses (1 hour), and Presentation of Workshop Output:
Objectives and Hypotheses (2 hours), Unit IV – The Research Process:
Formulation of Research Framework (3 hours), Unit V – Operational
Definition of Variables (1 hour), and Presentation of Workshop Output:
Research Framework and Operational Definition of Variables (2 hours),
Unit VI – Choosing an Appropriate Study Design (2 hours), Unit VII –
Sampling (2 hours), Unit VIII – Data Collection (2 hours), and
Presentation of Workshop Output: Research Design, Sampling, and
Data Collection Technique (2 hours), Unit IX – Instrumentation (3 hours),
and Presentation of Workshop Output: Research Instrument (2 hours),
Unit X – Data Processing (3 hours), Unit XI – Data Analysis
(3 hours), and Presentation of Workshop Output: Statistical Tools
(2 hours), Unit XII – Writing the Research Proposal: Form and Style
(1 hour), and Unit XIII – Writing the Research Report: Form and Style
(1 hour), and Final Presentation of Research Proposal (8 hours).
Research 2 or the conduct and actual writing
of the research report must include: Orientation and Planning Workshop
(1st week), Finalization of Research Instrument.
Materials Needed (2nd week), Validation
of Research Instrument (3rd week), Pre-testing and Finalization of
Research Instrument (4th week), Data Collection (5th-7th weeks), Data
Processing (8th-9th weeks), Data Analysis and Interpretation (10th-12th weeks),
Presentation of Research Report (13th-15th weeks), Editing of Research Report
(16th week), and Binding and Submission of Report (17th week).
The Committee also concurred in discouraging
students in Research to get consultants/advisers from outside the school
which usually makes them vulnerable to exploitative and exorbitant fees.
Instead, the students are encouraged to get advisers from within the school
who are also experts in their fields of study and whose fees are regulated.
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CPU-PHILRICE install windpumps in Nueva Ecija, Pampanga
Central Philippine University, through
the Appropriate Technology (APPROTECH), in cooperation with Philippine
Rice Research Institute (PHILRICE), an agency under the Department of
Agriculture (DA) has installed wind pumps in three different sites in Nueva
Ecija and Pampanga from March 13-24, 2006.
The windpump installation is a one-year
project of CPU and PHILRICE that started January of this year. Engr.
Alexis Belonio, chair of CPU College of Agriculture Department of Agricultural
Engineering and Environment Management (CPUCA-DAEEM) and leader of this project
explained that the wind pumps were already completely installed in the
designated areas in Nueva Ecija and Pampanga and are connected to each other
to pressurize irrigation system for irrigating high value crops.
Engr. Belonio said that all three windpumps
have a rotor diameter of 4.5 meters and a tower height of 10 meters and “
they are equipped with long surface pumps. At 3 to 5 meters per second wind
speed, the discharge of the pump at 6 meter head varies from 5 to 10 cubic
meters per day”.
PHILRICE Engineers are installing the pressure
tanks and irrigation pipes into the windpumps. For more details about the
project, please contact: Dr. Manny Regalado, Rice Engineering and Mechanization
Department - PHILRICE, Science City of Munoz, Nueva Ecija or Engr. Alexis
T. Belonio, Department of Agricultural Engineering and Environmental Management
- College of Agriculture , Central Philippine University, Iloilo City.
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CPU to inaugurate School of Packaging
Central Philippine University will
inaugurate the School of Packaging under its College of Engineering on
June 14, 2006. CPU President Juanito M. Acanto announced, “We are
pleased to be able to offer packaging education for Filipinos for the first
time.”
With the encouragement and support of the
Packaging Institute of the Philippines , the Packaging R&D Center
of the Philippines , and the Department of Science and Development and
many respected packaging professionals and institutions from the US and
the Philippines , we are prepared to pursue the development of this new
program vigorously.”
CPU’s new academic offering will be
able to grant the degree of Bachelor of Science in Packaging Engineering in
a five year program that will officially start freshman class of June 2006.
Formally trained packaging engineering graduates from this program will provide
professional expertise needed by the growing Philippine packaging industry.
The inaugural celebration will be held at
the campus of Central Philippine University, starting at 10:00 a.m. on June
14, 2006. For more information about this event of the School of Packaging,
you can contact:
tel.:(6333) 329-1971 ext. 2100
fax :(6333) 320-3685
(c/o Pastor Jonan Castillon, Inaugural Program Coordinator)
or visit our website: http://www.cpu.edu.ph.
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CPU-ANEC dedicates recent micro-hydro plant in Antique
CPU-ANEC (Affiliated Non-conventional
Energy Center ) inaugurated two more micro-hydro systems in two barangays
(Calapadan and Lanas) of Barbaza, Antique on May 17, 2006.
Since 1996, CPU-ANEC had successfully
established 28 micro-hydro systems in Panay , 17 of these are found in Antique,
benefiting almost 2,000 households.
Led by CPU-ANEC Project Manager
Jeriel Militar, the group who attended the affair was composed of CPU-ANEC staff
(Engr. Salvador Senorio, Mrs. Teresita Militar, Mrs. Genalin Faye Sicada and Amy
Labarejos), Dr. Lynn Pareja, University Outreach Center Director; Dr. Anita
Illenberger, Cultural Affairs Director; Pastor Riel John Rafols, Chaplain’s Office;
Engr. Lizette Catadman, and Engr. Caesar Rico Acanto, College of Engineering;
Pastor Jonan Castillon, President’s Office.
The inauguration was also attended
by Mr. Eric Otayde (CPU ’84), PIO of Antique Province. CPU-ANEC launched
another micro-hydro system in San Remigio, Antique on 31 May 2006.
Malacañan Invasion
April 20, 2006,
Metro Manila - It was the day after we attended the First Media Summit on
Child Labor. A spur-of-the-moment conquest of “the Palace”…
Mrs. Annabel Petinglay,
Mr. Cyrus Natividad, and I, were trying to plan our remaining free time in
Manila before our 3:30 P.M. flight back to Iloilo. The night before, with some
friends from Iloilo Media, we strolled the length of well-lit Baywalk and rode
the ferry bus like a bunch of eager kids to Star City . There, we paid the
60-peso entrance fee and surveyed the bargain stores inside. Some of us did
purchase some pasalubongs from the stallsbut none of us dared ride the
rides after such a full day of Summit talk and Century Park gourmet.
The next day, we thought
we’ll do some more sight-seeing and I was delighted with Mrs. Petinglay’s
suggestion that we accompany her first to the Philippine News Agency (PNA) Main Office
at the Malacañan Complex. If ever, it will be my first time to
behold the very seat of my country’s government (funny that I saw PGMA much
earlier than Malacañan, at CPU where she keynoted the post-centennial event
last January 28 of this year). Thus, I saw the Palace sans the “queen”
this time since she was off on official visit to the countrysides.
So off went PNA Region VI Chief,
Mrs. Petinglay with CPU Printing Press Manager, Mr. Natividad and I, CPU Publication
& Information Center Director, in tow. But it wasn’t that easy. We came at
a time when security was quite tight at the Palace. We were stopped at every checkpoint,
we presented our bags and I.D.s, logged in our names and purpose for coming, wore
visitor’s I.D. (not excluding Mrs. Petinglay herself), and were accompanied by
two guides around the Complex.
Earlier at the PNA Main Office,
Mrs. Petinglay introduced us to Assistant Press Secretary for Operations, Jose P.
Capadocia, who heads the News & Information Bureau OP – Special Operations
Group. We exchanged pleasantries and soon we discovered that Mr. Capadocia, Mrs.
Petinglay, and I were townmates; the three of us have folks in Antique. Kindred
spirits and natural Filipino hospitality conspired to make the rest of what
transpired, simply pleasurable for us three. Mr. Capadocia sent for transportation
for us to tour around the Palace grounds, two tour guides, and even PGMA’s
personal photographer for us to take some shots (unfortunately, we didn’t
have cameras with us—some journalists, huh! hehe— so we were just
pushing our luck in asking for a camera to possibly borrow and we succeeded!
We even had more than we asked!).
So what did we see? I’m
sharing with you some photos taken of the museum (apparently closed now to the public)
at the Kalayaan Hall which is Malacañan’s showcase of past and present
presidents’ memorabilia. From first Philippine President General Emilio
Aguinaldo’s personal effects, framed pictures, and his bust; up to the current
head of state, PGMA, with her terno worn during her inauguration. What struck me was,
while all the other past presidents had busts made of granite, that of Ramos was
apparently made of rubber and even had false lashes, and Estrada had none (no bust,
I mean). We also saw glimpses (what remains of the looting) of the Marcos heydays:
“Si Makisig at si Maganda” and the other paintings of the beautiful,
younger Imelda, among others.
Some invasion there, huh?
CPU and CMM at the frontline!
Seriously though, as I surveyed the past
presidents’ memorabilia, I whispered a prayer for my beleaguered country -
that God would yet bless it and that it would yet rise like a phoenix from the
ashes.
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Former VPA and Dean Emeritus receives recognition
Retired Vice President for Administration
and Dean of College of Engineering (COE) Walden S. Rio, received three
plaques of recognition by the PICE Iloilo Chapter, the Council of
Engineering and Architecture Schools (CEAS) of Western Visayas, and the
Technical Panel for Engineering Technology and Architecture, respectively.
Dean Rio, as he is popularly known,
initiated projects in the field of engineering. He has supported
PICE Iloilo Chapter for more than 20 years and has served as its
president. In 1992, Engr. Rio co-founded the CEAS which is now comprised
of around 20 schools of engineering and architecture in Western Visayas.
For 10 years, he was also a member of the Technical Panel for Engineering
Technology and Architecture responsible for the selection of the
CPU COE as recipient of the Center for Development 1 awards in Chemical
Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical
Engineering.
Dean Rio resigned (effective May 2006)
from the Foundation for Engineering Education Development (FEED) but will
leave a legacy to the CPU family. Through his efforts, CPU was the first
school to volunteer to be accredited by FEED in the Philippines and
received a PhP200,000 grant.
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The President face-to-face with Haggai Media
CPU President Dr.
Juanito Acanto (facing back, left) met the Haggai Institute Media
composed of Ken Lorn, Tres Rice, and Billy Grimes on May 10, 2006.
With them were Haggai Institute Country ( Philippines ) Coordinator
Ed Morada and CPU Vice President for Finance Prof. Perla Deocampo. The
CPU Haggai Institute alumni held their get-together in CPU recently.
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ENVIRONMENT MONTH CELEBRATION
Launching of
”Box Turtle“ Rescue Center Camp
Regulus, Bgy. Progreso, Ajuy, Iloilo
Ecoforum Live Interview on
”Taklong Island“
(6-7 P.M. Skycable 8) with
Dr. Nestor Yunque
Ecoforum Live Interview on
”Ecological Heritage of Iloilo“
with
Iloilo Eco-Tourism
Technical Working Group
Exhibits on Eco-Tourism
(CPU is invited to put up exhibits)
Venues: Various Malls in Iloilo City
Ecoforum Live Interview on
”CPU Birthing Center“
with
Dr. Alma Frondoza and
Dean Fely P. Chin
”Baklay Bukid“
(Various packages will be offered)
Ecoforum Live Interview on
”CPU Solid Waste Management“
with
Mr. Joel Somosierra and
Engr. Dimpna Castigador
Ecoforum Live Interview on
”Saving the Turtles“
with
Dr. Florentino P. Alerta III,
Dr. Randy Pabulayan -
(CPU Research Center Director)
and
Dr. Lynn Pareja -
(CPU Outreach Center Director)
Central Philippine University faculty and staff took a time out, the whole afternoon of May 17, 2006.
The yearly summer fun
day of the University lasted for four hours. Organized
and sponsored by the Labor Management Council and the
Human Resource Development Office, the said activity
developed camaraderie and fellowship among the faculty
members and staff through mass dancing, triathlon,
volleyball, softball, and other fun games.
Door prizes were given
out for the faculty and staff. Snacks were also served.
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CENTRAL'S LAURELS
BAR Passers
(March 2006)
1. Articulo, Dephra Jane
2. Bulos, Jonathan
3. Duremdes, Myra
4. Engada, Eleanor
5. Fanco, Fevi
6. Gumban, Ida Marie
7. Hachuela, Mateo
8. Herezo-De Los Santos, Emelly
9. Quimba, Glenn
10.Tolentino, Melgabar
11.Venturanza, Cayo II
12.Villanueva, Quennie Marie
13.Zerrudo, Clarence
ECE Board Passers
(April 2006)
CPU Passing Percentage: 55.89%
National Passing Rate: 33.64%
1. Amistoso, Francis Joseph F.
2. Carlos, Carlos D.
3. Carreon, Boycy M.
4. Escuadra, Myra V.
5. Gamuza, Mylene B.
6. Gumapas, Einreich B.
7. Lagamon, Amefil B.
8. Magalona, Clarice S.
9. Miranda, Renan D.
10.Misajon, Mary Grace V.
11.Pacardo, Clovel V.
12.Pallada, John Roy C.
13.Pamplona , Ruben C.
14.Panela, Ryan I.
15.Pasadilla, Francis Rouen T.
16.Porquez, Ronald John Ardel D.
17.Sacramento , Esther Mae S.
18.Tabilleran, Anna Myla M.
19.Vinuya, Malcolm Jeffrey M.
Registered Electrical Engineer
Licensure Exam Passers
(April 2006)
CPU Passing Percentage: 100%
National Passing Rate: 43.34%
1. Dionio, Marino D.
2. Ga, John Salvador G.
3. Napusi, Welson B.
4. Obon, Lester Paul N.
5. Pacione, Rhyant G.
6. Posadas , Elmer Jay F.
7. Travilla, Gary F.
Master Electrician Licensure Exam Passers (April 2006)
CPU passing Percentage: 50%
1. Obon, Lester Paul N.
2. Posadas , Elmer Jay F.
3. Travilla, Gary F.
Mechanical Engineering Board Passers (April 2006)
CPU Passing Percentage: 100%
National Passing Percentage: 45.37%
1. Marcelo T. Botenes
2nd placer
2. Jake D. Alcain
3. John Paul Claudio
4. Melvin E. Galanza Most Outstanding JPIAN of the Philippines by National Federation of Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants
Allan Jane Defante (B.S. Accountancy Summa cum laude
April 2006)
Miss Teen Philippines-WV ‘06
Venna Ardales (B.S. MedTech I)
A Call to Action
By Cyrus M. Natividad, PIO-Centralians in Mass Media
Child labor is one of the prevailing problems around the world. According to the International Labor Organization, 250 million children are engaged and exploited in different economic activities worldwide. Around four million of them are Filipino children aged 5-17 years, and over half of them are exposed to hazardous economic activities. One of child labor’s worst forms is that of children employed in mines and quarries. What is heartbreaking is the fact that as early as age seven, these children become breadwinners for their families.
A call to action for these realities is necessary, or that a concerted initiative has to be undertaken by conscientious organizations. Now that’s imperative. That is why the Centralians in Mass Media (CMM) were there during the 1st National Media Summit on child labor held at the Grand ballroom of Century Park Hotel on April 19, 2006 .
Central Philippine University itself was represented and I’m glad that Prof. Felnor Importante was attending with me. Other prominent CMMs were there, led by its president Anabel Petinglay, PNA Chief-West Visayas, Danny Fajardo, Panay News Publisher Neonita Gobuyan (former PNA Chief) and Teddy Sumaray (columnist).
The theme: “The Media Factor in Addressing Child Labor Through Education” double treats the mission with CPU and its media alumni organization, CMM as partners in this worthwhile endeavor of promoting assistance to poor children for school. CPU was well-represented and I’m glad that Prof. Felnor Importante was attending with me. Other prominent CMM’s were there, led by president Annabel Petinglay, PNA Chief-West Visayas, Danny Fajardo, Panay News Publisher, Neonita Gobuyan (former PNA Chief) and Teddy Sumaray (Columnist).
The theme: The Media Factor in Addressing Child Labor Through Education double treats the mission with CPU and its media Alumni Organization, CMM as partners in this wholesome endeavor of promoting assistance to poor children for school.
In liberating child laborers through this “newsbreak”, we believe that we can possibly help these children from economic exploitation that practically hampers their development and well-being. Behind this mission also are UNICEF, World Vision and other non-government organizations. So too shall be the CMM organization and our fellow Centralian alumni and friends.
CPU participates in 1st nat'l media summit on Child Labor
Two Central Philippine University unit heads attended the 1 st National Media Summit on Child Labor with the theme: “The Media Factor in Addressing Child Labor Through Education”.
Assoc. Prof. Felnor Importante, CPU Publication & Information Center Director and Mr. Cyrus Natividad, CPU Press Manager and member of the Iloilo Press Club, represented the school. Both are officers/members of the Centralians in Mass Media (CMM).
World Vision (WV), the main sponsor of the event, is a child-focused Christian relief, development, and advocacy organization that helps over 100 million people in 96 countries in 2005 alone.
The morning’s activities were replete with a keynote speech from the Undersecretary for Workers Protection and Welfare, DOLE; speeches and solidarity messages from representatives of the World Vision Development Foundation, DepEd, DILG, and USAID; a panel presentation by partner-agencies, namely, Children’s Christian Fund (CCF) Phils., Educational Research Development Assistance Foundation (ERDA), Plan International, Bureau of Women & Young Workers-DOLE, International Labour Organization-International Program on the Elimination of Child Labor (ILO-IPEC), Children’s Laboratory for Drama and Education, and E-Network Philippines; and a panel discussion. Invocation was performed by World Vision-sponsored children from Pinyahan Quezon City and intermission numbers were rendered by the ERDA SABANA Children.
Ms. Daphne Culanag, Project Director, Pag-Aaral ng Bata para sa Kinabukasan (ABK) Initiative, highlighted the difference between child work and child labor during the said summit on April 19, 2006 at Century Park Hotel, Manila. According to her, while child work is appropriate to child’s age and mental capabilities, child labor burdens the child and is too heavy for child’s age and capabilities. Child’s work is regulated by law or governed by family/community norms and values and serves as vehicle for social advancement and improvement in child’s quality of life. Child labor, on the other hand, is excluded from legislation, social security, and benefits and is utilized for exploitative, subversive, or clandestine operations, or disguised illegal activities.
The afternoon’s activities included breakout sessions of the Government and the Media, Community and the Media, and Educators ad the Media, and a plenary session on the presentation of partnership agreements, capped the ceremonial signing and appointment of Ms. Miriam Quiambao, Miss Universe winner, as spokesperson against child labor.
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