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[Mauro Somodio]

Dear Juaning
Dear Pastor Jonan
Dear Pearl Londres ....
 
Great news!  Today I received a check (her 5th!) from Mrs. Clara John for $15,000!  That makes the total of her donations to $55,000 for the CPU Lifestyle Learning Center.  Perhaps we can allocate that amount for the start-up exercise machines for the Center.  My suggestion is to purchase the machines there so you can have the benefit of local installation, maintenance, etc.  Shipping equipment from the US is so prohibitive!  Cynthia Gencianeo could give you suggestions as to the choice of equipment.  I had talked with her before about needing her help and expertise before.
 
I talked today with Emily Fries, VP for Development and Communications at the United Board and got instructions for the check.  It will be forwarded to CPU soon.  VP Fries said she would write an acknowledgment letter and thanks to Mrs. John.  Mrs. John is 98 years old! but still has all her faculties.  She is still an active member of the Midwest Bible Church in Chicago. She hosted Rev. Greg Tingson during his visits here years ago.
 
At this point, I suggest that a Facility Coordinator  be selected, preferably someone familiar with health and fitness, one who can provide direction not only for functions of the Center but also programming, and also selection of staff so that when Grand Opening comes around the facility will be ready to operate completely, in coordination with Dr. Alma Frondoza whose students will be involved with the Center.  A fully functional Lifestyle Center will be a big boost to the University!
 
Please give me your thoughts and reactions.
 
Noel D. Nequin, MD
 
 
 
   

[Mauro Somodio]

Training for ROTC Cadet Officers

Calling All Interested Students

join the

Training for ROTC Cadet Officers

Visit the ManCom Office at 2nd Floor, Administration Building or call 329-1971 local 2160. Look for Ms. Carmelle Romero

 

[Mauro Somodio]

Schedule of College Placement Examinations for SY 2008-2009

MAY 3, 10, 17, 24, 2008 (Sat)

Requirements:
(1) Placement fee of Php 100.00
(2) School ID, passport or any valid ID
(3) Black ballpen

Venue:
Loreto D. Tupaz Bldg. (formerly Centennial Nursing Building)

Time:
8:00 am – 9:30 am English Exam
10:00 am – 12:00 nn Math Exam




 

[Mauro Somodio]

Seminar-Workshop on

COUNSELING PRACTICES AND PEER COUNSELING

with

DR. VALENTINO “VAL” GONZALES

a licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor and a licensed Professional Counselor in Texas, U.S.A.

May 8 – 9, 2008
8:00 – 11:00 am / 1:30 – 4:00 pm
EMC Conference Room, CPU

Target Participants
Students in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Peer Facilitators, etc.




For inquiries, you may call (033) 329-1971 local 1008 or email cpu_rcec@yahoo.com.

[Mauro Somodio]

SEARCH FOR CPU'S NEXT PRESIDENT
 
The CPU Board of Trustees is releasing the following announcement:
 
CPU is a Baptist University situated on a beautiful 24-hectare campus in Iloilo City. It is 103 years old with a current student population of 12,000. It has maintained AUTONOMOUS STATUS granted by CHED since October 2001 and many academic programs are ACCREDITED LEVEL III. It is ISO 9001: 2000 CERTIFIED.
 
CPU is search for a PRESIDENT that can lead the university to the status of a world-class Christian educational institution. The Search Committee is inviting new nominees/applicants for the position with the following qualifications:
 
1. Must have an earned doctorate degree from a reputable university
2. Preferably 35 to 60 years old
3. Preferably an alumnus/alumna of CPU
4. Must be an active Evangelical Christian, preferably from the Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches
5. Must have Executive/Administrative competence, preferably in education
6. Must have good public relations, an effective fundraiser, and must have stature in the community
7. Must possess good communication skills in English
8. Must be of good moral character and integrity
9. Must have a stable Christian life
10. Must have proven leadership qualities
 
Send nominations/applications not later than July 31, 2008 to:
 
The Secretariat
Office of the Board of Trustees
Central Philippine University
Jaro, Iloilo City 5000
Tel. Nos. (033) 329-4568 or (033) 329-1971 local 1105
Email: cpu_board@yahoo.com.ph
 
 
CONDOLENCE TO SULPICO FAMILY
 
Nestor Sulpico, a Centralian (CPUDHS), hailed as "New York's most honest taxi driver" passed away last April 24, 2008. He was suffering from cancer of the colon.
 
On July 15, 2004, he found a backpack that contained $75,000.00 worth of black pearls left in his taxi. Without hesitation, since as he later testified, "I was raised to be honest," he found ways to contact the hedge-fund manager who was the owner of the valuable pearls. Explaining his decision to return the valuables, he further said, "I believe that honesty is the most important virtue which serves as a foundation of all other virtues."
 
In grateful appreciation, the executive raised the amount of $5,000.00 to help Sulpico finished his nursing studies. The mayor of New York, Michael Bloomberg, gave him an "integrity award" and a symbolic key to they city. He was also invited by Ophrah Winfrey to guest in her show.
 
Let us pray for the family of Nestor in this time of bereavement and grief. He was laid to rest at the Iloilo Memorial Park last Saturday but then we continue to hope that his ideals and principles will continue to live on. He was indeed a true Centralian.
 
 
May God continually bless us all!
 
Sincerely,
 
Rinand Caipang Escuban
Director
 
Francis Neil Gico Jalando-on
Public Relations Officer   

      
      "A strong and dynamic Baptist Christian University recognized here and abroad for her reputation, integrity and prestige."
         

         "The Office for External Affairs plans and carries out programs that would enhance the reputation, integrity and prestige of Central Philippine University as a Baptist Christian institution of higher learning that is locally admired and respected, and globally competitive."   
            

[Mauro Somodio]

LET Review Announcement

posted: 09 Apr 2008, by infocenter

 
Topnotchers in the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET)
Produced by Central Philippine University:
Melinda Cabiling – 1st Placer, LET 1999
Lilian Jabao – 10th Placer, LET 2004
Erbert Rex Capalla – 9th Placer, LET 2004
Mona Lisa Siacor – 7th Placer, LET 2007

CPU through the REVIEW & CONTINUING EDUCATION CENTER offers the LET REVIEW Program with the following features:
- duration of Review Program is from April – August; review classes begin April 18, 2008, EMC Conference Room
- down payment is Php 500.00 only (review fee on easy installment within 4 months!)
- review fee is inclusive of handouts
- lecture-discussions aided by powerpoint presentations
- air conditioned review rooms
- ideal teacher-student ratio
- impressive faculty line-up (ALL with either masters or doctorate degree!)
- well-organized review program and activities with pedagogical principles in mind for the student to maximize his/her learning!


Our main concern is to LET you pass and get your money’s worth!
Review with the Best! Enrollment is now going on.
For queries, call 3291971 local 1008 or email cpu_rcec@yahoo.com.

[Mauro Somodio]

CPU athletes excel in 2008 Nat’l PRISAA

05 May 2008
 Joining the Western Visayas PRISAA delegation to the 2008 National PRISAA games in Zamboanga City on 7-13 April 2008, CPU athletes garnered awards in their respective events.
Mark Jossel Mariano took the gold medal in chess. Sepaktakraw team settled for silver medal; and the Softball Women got the bronze.
There are five CPU students who are with the Sepaktakraw team. They are Dennis Alla, Hajie Rotes Anzures, Marlou Cacho, Leonardo Lumawag and Rufino Tolosa. Since the first day of their engagements, the Sepaktakraw team was on a winning streak until they encountered the Region 11 ( Davao ) team, last year’s champion. Defeating Region 7 ( Cebu ) team to gain the berth in the championship match with Region 11, the Region VI team settled for the silver medal. Mrs. Neiluz Gardose coaches the Sepak Takraw team.
Except for one player, the Softball Women Team is composed of players from CPU. The Softball Women Team was assembled in mid-January 2008 when CPU responded to the call of Western Visayas PRISAA that a softball team had to be fielded in the national games. On April 9, going against Region 10 and Region 5, the CPU nine proved tough; the two victories earned them a chance for a crossover game against National Capital Region (UST) team despite a loss against Region II. The scorching summer heat did not deter the CPU Softball Women Team to defeat via regulation Region 12 (Gen. Santos City) to earn the bronze medal. It was 30 years ago when CPU had sent a softball women team to the national games.
Pastor Kim de la Cruz took the challenge to train and coach the team that was composed of selected softball players from among our college players. They were: Maricar Caballero, Rosevic Capunihan, April Caumban, Charmie Gevero, Mayette Japitana, Grace Longno, Rubielyn Mendoza, Rhea Paderna, Sweden Ricato, Fatima Ricraprente, Antonette Sacamay, and Kristie Salvalosa. Jane Marquez was the lone non-CPU player who pitched for our team. Mrs. Perlita Kilayko and Mr. Abilardo Carman were the assistant coach and trainer, respectivley.
Pastor Jonan Castillon went with the CPU delegation to provide photo and video documentation. Alumnus and former VP for Administration Engr. Walden Rio also attended the national PRISAA games as the Western Visayas PRISAA team consultant. Mr. Lemuel Gardose was one of the coordinators of the Western Visayas delegation.
For his involvement in Sepaktakraw, Mr. Lemuel Gardose was appointed as Commissioner for Visayas by the Philippine Amateur Sepaktakraw Association from 2008 to 2012. His appointment was given during the Sepaktakraw awarding ceremonies. The Centralian Sports Association, through the leadership of Atty. Alejandro Somo supported CPU’s delegation. The softball team availed of softball equipment and other logistics through the Brana-de la Cruz Outreach Ministry.
 

[Mauro Somodio]

Dear Centralian and friends, please read the new issue of our LINK.

Mauro



http://www.cpu.edu.ph/linknew/2008/MarApr2008.pdf

[Mauro Somodio]

Please watch "Years of Bliss, Years of Fulfillment" the Decade Long Report of the CPU President in video.

Title: dlr2007_mpeg_0 1.mpg
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=1335367496425485533&pr=goog-sl
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[Mauro Somodio]

2 Iloilo journalists to attend 2008 Global Grand Reunion in Las Vegas
Iloilo journalists Jonavin V. Villalva and Alex P. Vidal have been invited to attend the 5th Global Grand Reunion of the Central Philippine University at the Orleans Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada on June 29-July 3, 2008.

 
In a communication from http://www.cpufoaa.org/, CPUFOAA president Perla Guillergan Londres wrote: "Come and join in the fun, fellowship and camaraderie with 'old' and new friends. Come to relive treasured school day memories and make new ones."

Villalva and Vidal are scheduled to cover the World Boxing Council (WBC) lightweight championship fight between Manny Pacquiao and David Diaz at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino on June 28 also in Las Vegas.

"After the Pacquiao fight, we will honor the invitation and be part of the global reunion," said the 39-year old Villalva of MBC Aksyon Radyo Iloilo.

Texas-based photojournalis t Rufino "Pinoy" Gonzales, editor-in-chief of the Philippines News Service (PNS) the global Filipino wired news network, earlier informed Vidal, who studied psychology at CPU in 1998, that they would be accommodated.

"Come to show your support for the school that provided excellent education and training. Come because you believe in what Reunions are all about -- bridging the separation brought about by time and distance, so that we can once again celebrate as one body, our Central Spirit," added Londres' invitation.

"I thank God that we are able to make the 5th Global Reunion a reality in Las Vegas, NV, USA on June 29-July 3, 2008. Your presence is vital to the success of this endeavor. Please send your registration early to avail of special pricing in both registration and lodging. Invite your friends and family to join you -- the more, the merrier.

"Our theme, in conjunction with the CPUAAI's motto, is "CPU Heritage: Our Pride."

Even as we remember our past, let us look with anticipation and joy to the years to come; more importantly, let us appreciate the blessings we enjoy today, and make special moments with those whose lives are entwined with ours, through our common heritage and God's love.

"I look forward to seeing you next June. It will make my day!"

Gonzales, an active Centralian, said big names from Iloilo's most respected university are also expected to attend the global reunion.

[Mauro Somodio]

HUMAN INTERESTS
By LUCELL LARAWAN

Academe-industry linkage:
the CPU experience, 1

MY study funded by the University Research Center of the Central Philippine University showed existent forms of linkages by the university and the business sector, one of which is consultation by the faculty.

Some faculty members from different colleges are consultants of firms that tap their services. In the College of Business and Accountancy, practically all accountancy and some management teachers were hired as consultants.

For instance, five teachers monitored the bamboo industry in Maasin, Iloilo. Last October 2005, there was a review of accounting and all records of an organization. Also on one occasion, a management faculty was a technical consultant of a school feasibility study.

In the College of Agriculture, most faculty members act as consultants in their area of specialization, although some consultancies are more extensive than others. The services offered by this college are not purely for business firms but also for non-government organizations (NGOs) and government institutions.

Consultations by some engineering faculty are also common. An estimated 80 percent of the faculty in the college is involved in either consultation services or outreach activities.
In the university alone, infrastructure projects and rewiring activities are mostly done by faculty engineers. In 1997, the faculty engineers evaluated 80 Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Science Laboratory buildings nationwide.

A faculty in the Life Sciences Department of the university is involved in environmental concerns. This may not strictly qualify in purely industrial concerns, but environmental issues are vital in the business sector. Therefore, they are seen as indirectly relevant.

Faculty members in the medical field regularly serve as consultants in hospitals. Most of the medical doctors in the College of Medicine, except two, have regular clinic hours while teaching in the university.

In the College of Nursing, the type of service offered by the faculty members is different. One is the review service for nursing review centers. Having some profit involved, the review centers can still be part of the industrial concern.

One major indication that the university’s links with the industry sector has grown stronger was the signing of a memorandum of agreement between the University Research Center (URC) and the Iloilo Chamber of Commerce last December 2003. The agreement was about URC’s role as consultant, researcher or trainer for the Iloilo Chamber of Commerce.

The first projects done by CPU through URC, as a result of this partnership, were the computer literacy program and the website installation.

A consultation workshop on improved cookstoves for institutional and small industries was held on October 2003. Prof. Alexis Belonio was the presentor. This kind of activity reflects the university’s competence in technological innovations, especially in the field of agriculture.

The University Guidance Services Center is offering psychological tests for job applicants in business firms outside CPU. This specialized service has been going on for years now.

In colleges where graduates usually work in business firms, teachers usually get involved with the industry through consultation services for a fee. However, in courses which are more involved in NGOs and the government sector such as Social Work and the social sciences, teachers are not usually hired as consultants in industry-related activities.

Factors such as experience and track record as consultants, as well as one’s willingness and ability to network are very important determinants of a teacher’s marketability in consultation services for the industry sector.

All accountancy teachers have become quite marketable, having served as accounting consultants. The demand for accountants or their competence in the field is a predictor to the marketability of their consultation services to business firms. Another possibility may be the nature of the need; some firms prefer to outsource accounting and auditing services. When auditing is concerned, some firms may prefer external auditor’s services.

The fact that faculty accountants have been frequently hired as consultants is a good sign that what is taught in the academe in this particular field is not far from the one practiced in the firms. This can also mean that these teachers have become competitive not only in teaching but also in practice.

In the area of agriculture and engineering courses, the fact that some faculty members have been involved in consultation services more extensively than the others means that the marketability of the teachers vary.

One thing to note is that in a society that is partly agricultural, the demand for consultants is always present. There is a lot to be done to make our communities’ agricultural practices at par with advanced economies.

The field of agriculture focuses not only in the business aspect but also in terms of involvement with NGOs and government agencies./PN

 
 
   
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