International scholars to tackle rewriting history in public forum

International scholars to tackle rewriting history in public forum

The South-South Exchange Programme for Research on the History of Development (SEPHIS) will be holding a public forum entitled, "Rewriting National Histories" on February 2 at 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Theodore Buttenbruch Hall, USC Main Campus.

Dr. Asvi Warman Adam of the Indonesian Institute of Sciences; Dr. Ethelia Ruiz Medrano of the Direccion de Estudios Historicas of the Instituto de Antropologia e Historia in Mexico; and Dr. Resil Mojares, author, historian and former director of the USC Cebuano Studies Center will present their views on the topic which with Ambeth Ocampo, Inquirer columnist and director of the National Historical Instiute, as moderator.

The forum will also be highlighted with the launching of the book entitled, "Brains of the Nation: Pedro Paterno, T.H. Pardo de Tavera, Isabelo de los Reyes and the Production of Knowledge" a magnum opus of renowned historian and essayist Dr. Mojares.

The forum, which is co-hosted by the Department of History and the Southeast Asian Studies Regional Exchange Program (SEASREP) Foundation, also comes in the wake of the SEPHIS International Workshop entitled, "The Master Narrative Challenged: Dominant Histories and Emergine Narratives" which will be held in Cebu this week.

Two-day research forum on

Two-day research forum on

Nineteen papers on topics ranging from heritage churches in Cebu to the fiscal implications of the potential splitting of the province highlight the two–day University Research Forum on January 30–31, 2007.

The first day will feature nine papers and will be held at the Theodore Buttenbruch Hall, Main Campus. Ten papers will be presented on the second day at the CAFA Theater in Talamban Campus.

The complete list of papers and their respective presenters follows:

January 30, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 n.n., Theodore Buttenbruch Hall

Sibling heterogeneity, collective choice, household production and child labor supply, Francisco M. Largo, M.A. (Department of Economics)

Modeling cooperation dynamics: Iterated prisoner’s dilemma on a social network, Albert James M. Licup, M.S. (Department of Physics)

Households’ willingness to pay for improved water quality in Laguna de Bay, Philippines, Rico C. Ancog, M.S. (Department of Biology)

Monitoring and enforcement of pollution control laws in the Philippines: Issues for Central Visayas, Lourdes O. Montenegro, M.A. (Department of Economics)

A semi-parametric assessment of the export-led growth in the Philippines, Lorna E. Arminto, M.B.A., M.S. (Department of Economics)

January 30, 1:00–4:30 p.m., Theodore Buttenbruch Hall

Fiscal implications of the division of Cebu into four provinces, Fernando C. Fajardo, M.A. (Department of Economics)

Student activism: Status, challenges and breakthroughs, Brenette L. Abrenica (Department of Political Science)

Enhanced community extension service program of the College of Commerce, University of San Carlos, Beth S. Villarin, Ph.D. (Department of Business Administration)

A correlation study of admission tests ratings with grade point averages of graduates of USC’s College of Commerce and with the Licensure Examination results of its Accountancy graduates, Guillermo C. Aviles, Ph.D. (Department of Accountancy)

January 31, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 n.n., CAFA Theater

Coastal environment profile of Cebu: A remote sensing approach, Michael M. Cusi, M.S. (Department of Biology)

Heat cycle effect on backmetal intermetallics causing device Rds(on) upsurge, Marcedon S. Fernandez, M.S. (Department of Physics)

Teaching introductory college physics from a constructivist framework, Monell John F. Cañizares (Department of Science and Mathematics Education)

Demonstration house: Low cost housing, Ellis A. Puerto (Department of Architecture)

Heritage churches in Cebu, Melva R. Java, M.A. (Department of Architecture)

January 31, 1:00–4:30 p.m., CAFA Theater

Integrated rainwater conservation and management of University of San Carlos–Talamban Campus, Ronilo S. Saguit, M.A.U.R.P. (Department of Civil Engineering)

Anti-microbial activity of endophytes from sweet potato under controlled fermentation conditions, May V. Tampus, M.S. (Department of Chemical Engineering)

Evaluation of the traffic control of Gov. M. J. Cuenco Avenue: Basis for traffic management, Brian E. Reroma, M.Eng. (Department of Civil Engineering)

Development of a map visualization software: Obstacle detection system software, Antoine Bolvin and Jeremy Conrad (Department of Computer Engineering)

Development/simulation of a two-wheeled system for farm operations, Luis Gerardo S. Cañete Jr. (Department of Computer Engineering)

'Carolinian Conspiracy' hailed in Tangub City book launching

Tangub City Mayor Jennifer Wee-Tan jokingly alluded to what she termed a "Carolinian Conspiracy" as she beamed with pride at the launching yesterday of the coffee table book entitled "Tangub City On the Crossroads of Change". The mayor, one of the University's Most Outstanding Alumni last year, was referring to the role a team of USC alumni played in the production of the first-ever book about the city's history, culture and its people.

Pascual Emelio Pascual signs the first copy of the book.

Fr. Pres. Roderick C. Salazar, Jr., SVD purposely postponed a trip outside Cebu to be able to express his felicitations and pride at the work produced by the team led by Pascual Emelio S. Pascual, chair of the Department of History and the editorial director and head researcher of the book project.

The book was written by accountancy grad and Sun-Star columnist Melanie T. Lim. Photography was carried out by business administration grad and professional photographer Ted Madamba. Marine biology grad and Cebu Daily News writer Boboy Costas provided overall book conceptualization assisted by political science grad and Cebu Daily News layout artist Jet Garigade. Fr. Pres. Roderick C. Salazar, Jr., SVD purposely postponed a trip outside Cebu to be able to express his felicitations and pride at the work produced by the team led by Pascual Emelio S. Pascual, chair of the Department of History and the editorial director and head researcher of the book project.

Copies of the book on display.

The launching was held yesterday at the Ayala Entertainment Center and was graced by Fr. Pres. Salazar, Cebu City Mayor Tomas Osmeña, Rep. Nerissa Soon-Ruiz, members of the Tan and Wee families, USC officials, and Tangub City residents now based in Cebu and the general public.

From left: Mayor Wee-Tan, Fr. Pres. Salazar, Jr, SVD, Bersales and Pascual

The University of San Carlos has been carrying out collaborative ventures with Tangub City following the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement in 2004 to assist the city in its march to progress. The Department of History has been actively carrying out a massive cultural mapping program there while the Department of Architecture has sent students and faculty to help develop models for tourism and heritage areas of the city. USC is also helping in the curricular programs of the City College of Tangub.

Tangub City's amabassadors of dance, the Sinanduloy Cultural Troupe, choreographed by Pascual, has constantly wowed Cebuanos for their sterling award-winning performances in the Sinulog Free Interpretation Category, where it was held the Championship award since 2000.

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USC Dance Troupe: Karatong

USC Dance Troupe: Karatong Dance. The group performed during the Sinulog nightly show 2007 at Fuente Osmena Park.

Kalatong or Karatong have dancers use kalatong or bamboo tube about a yard long, tied horizontally below the waist and struck by two sticks to tap the rhythm of the dance. there are two dances - The Tobong Kalatong, from Pangasinan, which is a ceremonial dance performed to frighten the evil spirits away.

Bunga Mangga, from Cuyo, Palawan, is a part of the Karatong in which dancers collect flowers from the mango tree - thus the bunga mangga contraption.

VIDEO of the performance:

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College of Architecture and Fine Arts Programs

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ASEAN and Sto. Nino holidays announced

A memorandum released by the University President today, January 5, 2007, outlined the holidays related to the ASEAN summit and the Feast of Sr. Sto. Niño.

There will be no work and no classes in all levels and in all campuses on Friday, January 12 and Monday, January 15, 2007. January 13 and 14 are considered as part of the long weekend.

This is in accordance to Presidential Proclamation 1208 signed by Executive Secretary Eduardo Ermita which declares January 12 and 15 as special non-working days in the cities of Cebu, Mandaue and Lapu-Lapu.

According to the USC President's memorandum, the holding of Saturday classes on January 13 is left to the discretion of teachers and students considering "sufficiency of academic matter discussed and the practicality of coming to school with ASEAN traffic restrictions imposed."

On a related development, USC has been invited to sponsor the Holy Mass on Monday, January 15 at 2:30 p.m. at the Sto. Niño Template. This schedule remains unchanged. January 15 is also the Feast Day of St. Arnold Janssen, the Founder of the Society of the Divine Word.

On January 20, work and classes shall be only until 12:00 noon to allow those who wish to join the Sto. Niño procession to adequately prepare for it.

Finally, Monday, January 22, shall be a free day and will serve as the study day for college students who will have their midterm examinations on January 23-27, 2007. Staff from the Finance Office will be ready to serve students who wish to pay their midterm dues on this day.

USC bags research prizes

Two research entries of the University of San Carlos won the Second and Third Prizes in the regional level search for the Best Higher Education Institute Research Program for 2006.

The research entries are entitled "Community-Managed Water System Projects" and "Research in Cebuano Studies."

Commission on Higher Education Region VII Director Enrique Grecia, Ph.D. congratulated the University and the USC Zonal Research Center for the "outstanding achievement."

The recognition ceremony will be held on Tuesday, January 16, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. at the Theodore Buttenbruch Hall, Main Campus.

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Master of Engineering with Specialization in Structural/Geotechnical Engineering

This program is intended for civil engineers who have had some professional experience in the academe and in the industry and fresh graduates in the bachelors degree in civil engineering who seek to broaden their knowledge in the area of structural engineering and its allied field which is geotechnical engineering and develop greater depth of understanding of principles in this areas of specialization.
Master of Engineering with Specialization in Water Resources and Environment

This program is intended for civil engineers who have had some professional experience in the academe and in the industry and fresh graduates in the bachelors degree in civil engineering who seek to upgrade themselves in the area of water resources and environment and be able to contribute to the solutions to regional and national problems related to this field of specialization and to acquire a deeper understanding of engineering principles in this area of specialization.
Master of Science in Civil Engineering Major in Water Resources and Environment

The MSCEW program takes two years to complete and include introductory courses in mathematics, major courses in water resources and environment and thesis research. Based on the concept of integrated water resources management, the courses and thesis research cover engineering, economic, legal as well as social aspects of water resources and environment. Management tools and the application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are included in the curriculum.

Character more than Charter Change: CEAP Official Statement on charter change

Character more than Charter Change

The Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP) is against the present moves to change the Philippine Constitution.

We would have been open to a Constitutional Convention. But with the recent acts in the House of Representatives – making itself a Constituent Assembly without regard for the Senate or the nation as a whole – even if the decision is now to have a Constitutional Convention instead, we feel that the better move is to postpone the changing of the Constitution. It is not that we think the Constitution is perfect. It is not. It needs changes. But the way things are going, we believe that suspicions of vested interests of our legislators would be minimized or avoided if, for now, we just bracket off these moves on Charter change.

CHARACTER, more than Charter, change is needed.

Change our charter, and what would we really achieve if we do not also change our character? A Constitution may be the fundamental law of the land, but if we do not also follow the fundamental promptings of our conscience, what will we really have changed?

To be sure, character development is a lifetime task and challenge. And if that is all we do, it may be argued, then we may never get to change our Constitution at all. We agree. But if there is also no desired change in what we believe and how we behave, then Charter Change no matter how beautiful it may seem to be, will not really lead to the betterment of our nation.

We decry the act of the House of Representatives in making itself the Constituent Assembly. We can grant that our legislators may have good intentions. But the impression given by their act is simply arrogance of power and lack of delicadeza. We commend them if, having realized not just the political consequences of their decision but also its moral implications, they now call for a constitutional convention. But we suggest that they and, indeed, we -- all lay aside even the thought of changing our Charter now.

Charter Change now is being presented -- wrongly -- as the equivalent of institutional reform. It is not. And those who are against Charter Change now are being portrayed as against reform. We are not. We are FOR reform – but the right ones at the right time. We are for reforms that really help the poor; changes that strengthen democracy; moves that improve politics as it is practiced today. If those rushing Charter Change are really sincere about reforms, then let them first reform the electoral system and restore its trustworthiness – starting with a thorough revamp of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC). Make the 2007 elections truly credible. Then, when the necessary safeguards against self-interest shall have been set, and after a massive education campaign, maybe we can resurrect the plan to change the Constitution. Until then, let the present Charter stay.

In the schools, colleges, and universities that we run we shall continue teaching our students, aside from the curricula they come to us to follow and learn, love for our country, respect for our laws, and willingness to give our best for God and others, beyond interests of self.

We accept that the call for CHARACTER change must start with us and must always continue. As we do this, to the nation we pledge our cooperation in everything that is for the good of our people, and we vow vigilance in preventing what may lead to the nation’s ills.

We watch and pray, as Jesus in the Agony in the Garden told his disciples, so we do not fall into temptation. We urge our members to pray that we, our legislators, and our nation as a whole may have the humility to ask to be guided by the Holy Spirit and the strength of will to follow His lead. May we not yield to the temptation to make another Constitution for our country but forget to remake the constitution of our hearts.

What we more urgently need to do now is to watch, pray, and work to change -- not our Charter but our CHARACTER.

For and on behalf of the Association,

The CEAP Board of Directors

FR. RODERICK C. SALAZAR, JR., SVD

President/Region 7 Director

2nd sem enrollment up by 5 percent

Enrollment up by 5 percent from previous year

Statistics from the Office of the Registrar released last week show an increase of 5.28 percent from last year’s second semester collegiate enrollment data. From 15,428 students this time last year, current enrollment stands at 16,234, with the highest increase coming from the College of Nursing (CON) at 23.89 percent. CON posted a net increase of 553 students to total to 2,868, up from 2,315.

Below is a comparison of combined Undergraduate and Graduate enrollment in the second semesters of 2005-06 and 2006-07:

College	2005-06	2006-07	Variance	%
Architecture and Fine Arts	1,062	1,022	(40)	(3.77)
Arts and Sciences	2,764	2,803	39	1.41
Commerce	4,377	4,591	214	4.89
Education	797	1,001	204	25.60
Engineering	3,311	3,128	(183)	(5.53)
Law	454	492	38	8.37
Nursing	2,315	2,868	553	23.89
Pharmacy	310	314	4	1.29
Special Students/Consortium	38	24	(14)	(36.840
TOTAL	15,428	16,243	815	5.28

Author: J.e.R. Bersales
13 / December / 2006

USC Intramurals '06 Pop Jazz Competition (Nursing)

USC Intramurals '06 Pop Jazz Competition (Nursing)

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USC Engineering Pop Jazz 2006

USC Engineering Pop Jazz 2006: Champion!

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Carolinians take center stage in Cathedral Museum opening

Students, teachers, and alumni of the University gave time and talent to ensure the successful opening of the Cathedral Museum of Cebu yesterday. Arch. Melva Rodriguez-Java, founding dean of the College of Architecture and Fine Arts, and Louella Alix, USC alumnus and member of the archdiocesan commission on church heritage, led the team which prepared the old rectory of the Cebu Cathedral for conversion as repository of the documents and objects of the archdiocese.

Rodriguez-Java, conservation architect of the Spanish-era structure, has been supervising the rehabilitation work on the building since 2001. Alix, on the other hand, led fund-raising activities and the preparation of exhibition galleries. The exhibition stoyryline and the arrangement of galleries were designed and prepared by members of the curatorial board, namely: Jose Eleazar R. Bersales, chair of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology; Archt. Ellis Puerto, director of the Institute of Planning and Design, architecture alumnus Joel Oliveros, graphic artist and proprietor of Phildigita; Trizer Dale Mansueto, history alumnus and instructor of humanities at USC; and Franki Kai Despi, who also studied at USC. Mansueto and Despi also sit as members of the archdiocesan commission on church heritage.

The cleaning and transfer of exhibition materials, all of them gathered and curated by the late Msgr. Virgilio Yap, was carried out a by a team of architecture students from the University, together with students from Cebu Institute of Technology. Mr. Rodolfo Alix, commission member, supervised three weeks of cleaning held at the Archdiocesan Chancery.

During the opening ceremonies held yesterday afternoon, Ricardo Cardinal Vidal expressed his delight that his dream of having the whole rectory turned in to a museum had finally become a reality. In his speech, the Cardinal acknowledged the important contribution of Carolinians, among others, in ensuring the successful preparation of the museum. He was joined by commission chair Fr. Carlito Pono who read the proclamation ordering the establishment of the museum. USC administration officials on hand to witness the museum opening were Fr. Pres. Roderick C. Salazar, Jr., SVD and Fr. Vicente R. Uy, SVD, vice-president for Finance. LINK

Dalit Bisaya: Symposium on Cebuano Heritage

A symposium on Cebuano Heritage dubbed “Dalit Bisaya” is scheduled on December 2, 2006 from 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. at the Theodore Buttenbruch Hall, University of San Carlos Main Campus.

The symposium is geared to be a celebration of Cebuano culture and aims to foster unity through culture. Four papers will be presented during the symposium. Dr. Jocelyn B. Gerra, Executive Director, Cultural Heritage, Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc., will deliver a paper on “Ethnography: Basak Blacksmiths” offering a glimpse of Cebu’s past.

Issues and concerns of conservation will be presented by Archt. Melva Rodriguez–Java, FUAP, Director of the USC Conservation and Heritage Research Institute and Workshop. Former University of the Philippines president Dr. Francisco Nemenzo will speak on the “Future of Visayan” while Dr. Jose V. Abueva, President of Kalayaan College, will talk about “Bisaya in the Global Filipino Nation.”

Chemical Engineering Licensure Examination results

University of San Carlos has 3 topnotchers for ChE board exam

Three Chemical Engineering graduates were among the top 10 placers in the recent Chemical Engineering Licensure Examination held last November 14–16, 2006 in Cebu City and Manila.

Geb S. Bunado scored 84.80% for 3rd place in the national board examination while Elson R. Malaki (84.40%) and Evalyn Mae C. Alayon (84.00%) grabbed 5th and 7th places, respectively.

Only USC had multiple placers in the top 10. The overall mark for the University was 95.00% (21 out of 22) which earned the institution the “second top performing school” honor awarded by the Professional Regulation Commission. The national passing rate was only 54.80%.

The complete list of new Carolinian Chemical Engineers follows: Evalyn Mae C. Alayon, Geb S. Bunado, Renan S. Cauagdan, Cynthia S. de la Riarte, Stephen B. Endrina, Kristine O. Enricuso, James Gabriel R. Esdrilon, Tristan Jay R. Geraldo, Arthur C. Gerenia, Reynaldo G. Labajo Jr.; Raymond M. Lazaro, Charisse S. Ledesma, Dexter S. Mahinay, Elson R. Malaki, Queenie Marian L. Mata, Wilfredo F. Montermoso, Anna Cristina E. Osmeña, Ruby Ann L. Patalinghug, Leah Fe A. Sanchez, Aldwin C. Uy, and Astrid Marie C. Villarta.

Two more Carolinians passed the April 2006 examinations, namely Lisette S. Cadampog and Rey Ione P. Velasquez.

ECE Licensure Exam results

ECE grad bags 2nd place in licensure exam

Engr. Kenneth F. Go scored 91.70% and grabbed 2nd place in the November 2006 Electronics and Communications Engineer Licensure Examination, leading 57 other successful Carolinian examinees.

University of San Carlos had a passing mark of 42% (58 out of 137 examinees) compared to the national average of 36% (1,631 out of 4,513).

The list of new Carolinian Electronics and Communications Engineers follows: Laverne Marie P. Abellana, Jess Bryan P. Apas, Catherine Mae S. Arradaza, Jose Emerson E. Balbona, Carlou Martin A. Bariquit, Celso V. Bejec, Kenneth George S. Belciña, Rodulfo T. Bokingo Jr., Eric C. Bonghanoy, Alvin T. Bontia;

Von Ivan L. Caballes, Karl S. Calvo, Clark S. Chua, Benjamin John N. Clamano, Antonio M. Con-ui Jr., Kirk L. Coyoca, May Jane T. Cuizon, Dwight Peter Y. de Guzman, Ryan Jose R. Delfino, Lowell T. Deligero;

Ryan A. Derrayal, Mardi Alain D. Dingal, Robert Vincent C. Doromal, Jan Ryan L. Ferolin, Alejandro C. Garces Jr., Kenneth F. Go, Knitchel Marie E. Gran, Ravelo B. Gulmatico Jr., Alastair D. Ibarra, Elmer Shane C. Lagumbay;

Jake Jason B. Lilibios, John Edrian P. Lomoljo, Eric S. Luga, Dave B. Maldo, Joevic R. Mancelita, Maricel M. Mañus, Greg H. Mediana, John Michael B. Monillas, Richard Allan S. Narandan, Maria Cristina C. Niniel;

Laiza A. Noquil, Dionis Evan Z. Opon, Maria Odyssa P. Pacinio, Mary Grace T. Palatino, Gino Paolo C. Peralta, Roderick A. Peteros, Joann Feliz I. Racho, Michael C. Remedio, Reggie G. Revelo, Dyan B. Rodil;

Roland Jason A. Salazar, Irene B. Sanico, George Lou G. Sayson, Niña Marie G. Sevilla, Alfamar C. Simangca, Christine S. Sudario, Rixie Jan M. Tillano, and Ritzche Rod E. Villegas.

USC Dance Troupe part of Cebu delegation to China

The University of San Carlos Dance Troupe will be part of the Province of Cebu delegation to the 2006 Hainan Island Carnival in China on November 16–18.

This came as the result of an invitation from Cebu Governor Gwendolyn F. Garcia for the Dance Troupe to be part of the official delegation of the province to perform cultural presentations during the event.

The event is “an excellent opportunity for the Province of Cebu and the Province of Hainan to renew ties as sister provinces,” according to the governor’s invitation. For her part, Gov. Garcia was invited by Hainan Governor Wei Liucheng to participate in the annual carnival.

USC ranks 2nd top CPA school, grad takes 9th place

The University of San Carlos ranks as the 2nd Top Performing School in Accountancy in the Philippines for institutions who have 51–99 examinees according to the Professional Regulation Commission as results of the recent Certified Public Accountant licensure examination were released.

Leading the 49 successful examinees from USC was Sheryll Siy Chua who took 9th place in the board examination with an average of 89.00%. USC has a passing percentage of 60% compared to the national passing percentage of 24.57%.

USC breaks ground for sports stadium

USC breaks ground for sports stadium

Around 50 people witnessed the ground breaking ceremonies for the proposed University Sports Stadium today, October 20, 2006, in Talamban Campus.

In his opening remarks, University President Fr. Roderick C. Salazar Jr., SVD spoke of the projects that the Carolinian community is looking forward to, including the Sports Stadium, the Gokongwei Brothers building for Engineering, and the Learning Resource Center. He said that these are "big dreams" and will only be realized through the help of many people.

With this, he thanked Board of Trustee member Dr. Pericles P. Dakay Jr. who has lent his company's construction equipment for the ground breaking and filling in of the proposed site.

The proposed site lies between the Health Sciences Building and the General Services Building and will boast an Olympic-sized track as designed by Institute of Planning and Design director Archt. Ellis A. Puerto.

VP Finance Fr. Vicente L. Uy, SVD, who also serves as Athletics Director, said that the stadium is a much welcome addition to University life. Fr. Uy mentioned the many significant sporting events that USC has won this school year, including Volleyball Women, Lawn Tennis, Swimming and Chess in the CESAFI competition. USC also finished runner-up in Men's Basketball.

The prayer service and blessing of the site was conducted by Talamban Campus chaplain Fr. Ruel S. Gado, SVD. Also in attendance were CAFA dean Omar Maxwell P. Espina and Nursing dean Antonia F. Pascual, along with several confreres including TC Administrator Fr. Jose Honorio Mateo, SVD, Fr. Mar Alingasa, SVD, Fr. Ernesto Salvar, SVD, and WRC Director Fr. Herman van Engelen, SVD. USC administrators, athletics office and general services personnel also attended the event. Link