Five faculty members of Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT U) completed the Training Workshop on Outcome-Based Quality Assurance conducted by the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities of the Philippines, Inc. (AACCUP) on November 9-11, 2016 at the HRT Service Center.

The faculty members are Prof. George L. Lopez, II, Engr. Evan G. Daza, Engr. Rewil R. Tornelejo, Engr. Maria Analie M. Celda and Prof. Ma. Salome R. Magbanua. They were among the 83 trainees from State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) from Bicol Region, Western, Central and Eastern Visayas who passed the evaluation and written examination. Prof. Lopez received a citation for ranking number 2 in the written examination.

A series of lectures equipped participants with knowledge on AACCUP accreditation system and the skills for accreditation works.

Dr. Manuel T. Corpuz, AACCUP Founding President and Executive Director, emphasized that excellence is  a continuing process and accreditation and accreditors have a role  to this never-ending quest. AACCUP, according to Dr. Corpuz, is the most professional accreditation unit in Asia and the Pacific and it demands dedicated and professional accreditors.

Dr. Raul F. Muyong, Training Director for Visayas, oriented the newly-trained accreditors on the conduct of the Three–Day Survey Visit and the Team Organization and Management. He challenged participants by saying, “He who dares accredit must never cease to learn.”

ISAT U Quality Assurance Chief, Dr. Renelda P. Nacianceno discussed on the preparation for the actual rating, Review of Instrument, Review of PPP and Data Gathering.

The Rating System and Team Consultation Meeting were handled by Dr. Nenita L. Prado, AACCUP Training Director for Mindanao while the Team Decision Making was presented by Dr. Mario S. Suba AACCUP Training Director for Luzon. Prof. Ricky Abelena III lectured on how to make team reports.

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To update the faculty on the University’s achievements and plans, and to provide  a venue for airing their concerns, a General Faculty Conference was held on November 4, 2016 at the Educational Technology (EdTech) Center .

The conference’s main agenda were the offering of nine new programs for school year 2018-2019, updates on the latest meeting of the Board of Regents (BOR),  administrative, research, extension services and academic concerns, and the Collective Negotiation Agreement (CNA).

Dr. Manuel K. Sanchez. Jr. announced that University will offer Bachelor of Arts in Guidance and Counselling, Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Bachelor of Science in Home Economics, Bachelor of Science in Biology Technology, Bachelor of Science in Tourism, Bachelor in Cruise ship Management,  Master in Information Technology, Master in Information System and Master of Science and Technology Livelihood Education as soon as all requirements are complied with the

Matters taken up during the last meeting of the Board of Regents (BOR)  was presented by  Dr. Raul F. Muyong, University President. He informed the faculty that the proposed increase in students insurance, radio frequency identification or RF ID and the student teaching fee was deferred by the BOR for the next meeting pending compliance of some requirements. The BOR, on the other hand, approved the purchase of the service vehicle for the Barotac Nuevo Campus and the motorcycle requested by the Automotive Department.

Dr. Muyong also presented the 2016 State Universities and Colleges (SUC) leveling evaluation conducted by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Regional Office VI. He said that ISAT U received 35.55 points which is above the minimum points required for a Level IV university. He also reported  that the University’s over-all performance in the September 2016 Professional Licensure Examination for Electrical Engineers and Registered Master Electrician is higher than the national passing rate.

The President assured the faculty that infrastructure projects (research hub phase 2 and overpass to connect the main campus with the new site) and other developments will continue despite the 28 million decrease in the budget for Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE) for 2017. He further expressed his hope that Congress will consider the SUCs appeal to retain last year’s budget.

Other matters discussed were the scheduled Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines, Inc. (AACCUP) accreditation training and the in-house trainings specifically on the transition from International Standard Organization (ISO):2008 to ISO: 2015. The university also gears for the application of the College of Engineering and Architecture (CEA)   as Center of Development.

Discipline and responsibility were also emphasized. Vice President for Administration and Finance Dr. Nehema K. Misola encouraged all teachers to observe orderliness in the laboratory room, strictly switch off electric lights and facilities after classes, properly monitor classes, wear ID at all times, properly dispose garbage and park motorcycles in parking areas and submit bids documents and quotations on time.

Vice President for Research and Extension Services (VPRE) Dr. Carmelo V. Ambut reminded the faculty on the importance of research in any science and technology institutions. He shared his experiences and gave the overview of researches and research facilities of higher learning institutions abroad. Dr. Ambut was saddened that the Philippines lagged behind from other countries in research undertakings.

Dr. Ambut also highlighted ISAT U’s efforts to conduct studies during the meeting. The on-going funded research programs being conducted are the Bioactive Hyaluronic Acid from Heads of Silver Whiting for Nutraceutical Use” Phase II (P6.2 millon, USAID-STRIDE); Valorization of Brown Seaweeds Through Alginate Extraction for Fruit and Fish Postharvest Preservation (P6.2 million, USAID-STRIDE), S Turbine Development Project ( 1 million, USAID) ; Prototype Rescue Boat (P200 thousand, DOST).

Dr. Muyong added that the University Research Services Division organized the First International Research Congress set on November 30- December 2, 2016. It is expected that the conference will become a venue for local and international researchers to share their knowledge for the advancement of science and technology.

The collective negotiation agreement (CNA) between the administration and the employees union was another highlight of the meeting. After a series of negotiations, Dr. Raul F. Muyong representing the administration and Engr. Jonathan Antiqueira, President of the Faculty Employees Federation Inc. (FEFI), signed the CNA.

Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT U) hosted the Council of Deans and Heads in Home Economics and Livelihood Education of the Philippines, Inc. (CODHHELEP) 2^nd National Training and Seminar Workshop on October 20-22, 2016 at the Ed Tech Center, ISAT U.

The workshop aimed to enhance the teaching competencies on the development of outcome-based education teaching learning plan, develop skills in food processing, beauty and health care and provide a venue for the sharing of best practices in addressing issues and concerns of the discipline and the profession.

With the theme “Upgrading Skills and Improving Lives Towards Asean Integration,” the three-day activity featured simultaneous skills demonstration and series of lectures, fora and group discussions.

ISAT U Prof. Edith P. Gonzales and Dr. Merlinda T. Tucar with assessors of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) led the demonstration on nail care and hilot wellness massage. Part time Instructor Ms. Cielo Mirasol of the Hotel and Restaurant Department showcased the food and beverage services while the proper housekeeping demonstration was handled by TESDA assessor Dr. Virginia Parreno and the Home Economics Section.

Other skills featured were the processing of coco water vinegar by ISAT U’s Prof. Adrienne D. Veloso; homemade ice cream,  Prof. Hermelina M. Saladar and Prof. Gleceria G. Bello of Aklan State University, eggplant cookies;  and Prof. Rick John Solar of the University of San Agustin, Iloilo City, malunggay juice.

Topics in the symposium included outcome based education in Home Economics that focused on Asean Integration, updates in outcome based teaching learning K-12 Curriculum in Technical-Vocational track and competency skills in food processing, health care and beauty products.    The preparation in the outcome based teaching learning plan was conducted in the group sessions.

The workshop was attended by teachers, deans, and department heads of home economics and technology educators from higher learning institutions, Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) and Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan (EPP) from both public and private elementary and secondary schools nationwide.

TESDA Regional Director Toni June Tamayo was the keynote speaker. He stressed on the importance of upgrading the skills of educators in order to be competitive with our ASEAN neighbors.

Conference over-all coordinator and CODHHELEP Vice Pres. Dr. Merlinda T. Tucar said that the conference will help the Home Economics, Technology and Livelihood Education,  instructors in upgrading their skills and in addressing issues and concerns of home economics and livelihood education towards ASEAN Integration.

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