A student-administration dialogue attended by the students and key university officials, deans and directors who are members of the Administrative Council was held on September 26, 2016 at the University Multi-purpose Gym. The yearly activity  organized by the Student Republic (SR) is a venue for the students to air their problems, concerns and complaints.

           A total of 39 questions and concerns were raised in the 2 hours and 22 minutes interactions. Among the major issues discussed were the K-12 implementation, school uniforms and dress code, field trips, school facilities and services and the faculty’s behavior.

           On the issue of the new school uniform, Dr. Raul F. Muyong, ISAT U President, clarified that the scheduled implementation of the University uniform for freshmen in all campuses in the second semester was moved for the next school year due to unresolved problem with the cloths’ texture. He emphasized further that the old uniforms can still be used by students in the higher years.

            Decency during non-uniform days was also articulated in the dialogue. It was pointed out that the same issue was discussed with the parents in the College Community Parents-Teacher Association (CCPTA) meeting on August 21, 2016. It was reiterated that ladies are not allowed to wear tops that are sleeveless, spaghetti strapped, tubes, midriffs, hanging one shoulder blouse, halter or mesh. Short shorts, mini-skirts that fall above the knee or torn jeans are not tolerated. For the men, sleeveless, ripped shirts, or shirts with holes, shorts of any length, capri pants or torn jeans are no-no inside the campus. It was also noted that students change from school uniform to skimpy dresses which they bring along with them in the school campus. Aside from provocative clothes, tattoos and earrings for boys are not allowed in school.

            In response to the query on when are field trips allowed, the administration clarified that tours and field trips are allowed for as long as it is justifiable. Dr. Muyong said that the foremost consideration of the administration in considering or denying requests for off campus activities is the welfare of the students. Practicality is also considered. Outside engagement will not be allowed if the facilities to be used in the area of activity can also be found in the campus. This will encourage the utilization of school’s resources for the student’s activities.

       The implementation of the K-12 program in the Laboratory School was announced in the meeting. College of Education (COE) dean, Dr. Ma. Asusina Asuncion E. Echaveria said that the Department of Education (DepEd) already gave the approval to start the program for the next school year. Dr. Raul F. Muyong added that Tech-Voc (Technical-Vocational), STEM (Science,Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) and HUMSS (Humanities and Social Sciences) tracks will be offered. He further informed the students that the Laboratory School and the COE will transfer to the new building  upon its completion.

       A student from the College of Engineering and Architecture (CEA) raised the issue on shortage of stools in the laboratory. CEA dean Dr. Russ Allen Napud explained that the department prioritized the purchased of 200 drawing tables amounting to 900 thousand pesos in the previous purchases and a request for supplemental budget for 200 chairs will be submitted to the Administrative Council in the next meeting. He also made mention of the misdemeanor of some students resulting to damage to the university’s property. Dr. Napud reminded them that school facilities should be handled with care and responsibility.

     The inconvenience brought by floods and the heat of the sun in going to or coming from the new site was also discussed. The university president lamented the situation and laid down the plan to construct the access road (overpass) connecting the two campuses. The Department of Budget and Management already approved the 15 million budget for its construction and is scheduled by January 2017.

      Other concerns on the teachers’ attendance, handling of classes, manner of giving examinations and grades, refunds and repair of school facilities were referred to the deans and department heads for appropriate actions. Students with problems on their teachers and other personnel were requested to see the deans for verification and necessary actions on their complaints.

     Dr. Carmelo V. Ambut, Vice Pres. for Research and Extension suggested that an accomplishment report of the discussion will be presented in the next dialogue to see if the concerns were addressed

by the administration. Dr. Mergie Gasataya, Secretary to the Board requested the SR for a copy of the minutes of the dialogue to make sure that all issues were noted by both parties.

     Dr. Raul F. Muyong assured the students that whatever matters taken up in the dialogue will be calendared for the next Administrative Council meeting and be addressed the soonest time possible.

      The College Community Parents Teacher Association (CCPTA), Inc. of Iloilo Science and Technology University sponsored a two-day symposium on Illegal Drugs, Issues and Concerns on September 28-29 at the Multi-Purpose Educational Center.

 The activity was highlighted by the lectures of Mr. David Abraham G. Garcia, Public Information Officer and Chief of the Preventive Education and Community Involvement Office of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Regional Office 6. Schedules of classes were arranged to give opportunity for all students to attend.

        Mr. Garcia talked on the ill effects of drugs and the damage they bring to the present and future generation. He also expounded on the rising criminality, immorality and cases of broken families common to societies infested by illegal drugs.

        Veteran anchorman Novie Guazo of Radio Mindanao Network, (RMN) Inc. was also invited to share his observations and experiences in the proliferation of illegal drugs. He told students that the

campaign against illegal drugs starts in themselves and in their families. Guazo imparted to the students the gloomy future of those who engage in illegal drugs. He emphasized that proper education is the key to a bright future and lauded the school in holding forums to create awareness on the drug campaign of the government.

         The forum supports ISAT U’s continuous campaign against illegal drugs. During the CCPTA general assembly on August 21, 2016, VP for Academic Affairs Dr. Manuel A. Sanchez, Jr. and Dr. Nehema K. Misola, VP for Administration and Finance reminded the parents of the menace of illegal drugs to their children and the role they play in guiding them to the right path.

 

 

September 7, 2016

          The rain did not dampen the spirits of sports loving ISAT U community and a swarm of colors representing the different colleges flooded the walkways of the school campus as the foot parade took off to signal the start of the PAHAMPANG 2016.

         The Pahampang was held to promote the physical well-being of the students and to inculcate in them the values of teamwork, unity, sportsmanship, cooperation and humility.

        To magnify the value of excellence and determination, the school invited Iloilo Multisport Triathlon Team President Mr. Augusto P. Banusing, Jr as the guest speaker of the sportsfest. Born in Passi City, Iloilo, he defied physical odds and continued to move on and became a successful businessman and a sports enthusiast who  promotes goodwill to other people.

   A true and a spirited athlete, Mr. Banusing met an accident while engaging in a water sport at Villa, Iloilo and injured his leg.  After sitting in a wheel chair for a year, he struggled to stand up and show to the world that his handicap is not the end for him.  He engage in sports, mostly in athletics, and completed 22 marathons and triathlon events from 2010 to the present, nine of which were international competitions. The most significant race he has done was the “Run for Polio” fund raising event intended to support the campaign of buying vaccines for polio victims in Africa.

        Mr. Banusing recognized the need to balance the mental and physical development of a child through sports. He added that the theme of ISAT U sports festival, “One Vision, One Mission, One Goal. . . Excellence through Sports” is fitting to today’s society. To excel in sports is a foundation of a good and solid character of a person in whatever endeavor he chose. It also trains the individual to compete not only his competitor but himself as well.  He added that people who engage in sports end up with excellent outlooks in life and display better leadership traits in his workplace. The air was filled with inspiration as he ended his message with a challenge, “only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.”

         The College of Engineering and Architecture emerged as champions for this year’s sports fest. The College of Industrial Technology, College of Arts and Sciences and College of Education got the second, third and fourth places respectively.

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September 8, 2016

     The fifth day of the foundation anniversary is a day of glamour and beauty. The much awaited Search for Mr. and Miss ISAT U 2016 came and the covered gym was crowded by  students and off-campus visitors eager to witness the display of charm, composure, wit and talents of the contestants.

 Miss Lynie Rose Rodriquez of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) and the College of Industrial Technology (CIT) bet Mr. Don Dave Dedios were crowned as Miss and Mr. ISAT U 2016, respectively. Miss Rodriquez also romped away with the Best Production and Best in Regional Attire awards. Mr. Dedios, on the other hand,  bagged the Best in Production, Best in Regional Attire, Best in Swimwear and Mr. Photogenic awards.

       Miss Lorraine Grace Tormon of the College of Education (COE) was the First Runner-up and was also adjudged Best in Interview. Miss Gryzvelle Bernabe of the College of Engineering and Architecture (CEA) was declared as Second Runner-Up and the Miss Photogenic.

       The First and Second Runners-up for Mr. ISAT U were Mr. Rodney Madera (COE) and Mr. Andy Josh Sondia of the CAS. Mr. Sondia also took the Best in Interview award.

       Miss Dumangas Campus Julie Ann Kristine Sandoval and Mr. CEA Aproniano Acuna III were adjudged as the Miss and Mr. Congeniality.

Mr. and Miss ISAT U 2016 and court. Second Runner-up (in blue and red) Andy Josh Sondia and Gryzvelle Bernabe and First Runner-up (fifth and sixth) Lorraine Grace Tormon and Rodney Madera.                                                                                                                 ___________________________________                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              See more photos. . . .                                                                                                                                                           

September 6, 2016

         The third day of the Foundation Anniversary was filled with fun and excitement as the students displayed their skills and talents in the Skills Olympics and Literary – Musical competition.

            The activities enabled the students to show their innate talents and the skills they learned and developed in school. The students’ skills were measured in the 27 skills test in 10 trade areas that are embodied in the different ISAT U courses. The students’ learnings in the different subject areas were likewise proved by solving problems, applying theories, constructing objects and creating concepts as required in the contest.

 

 

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