Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT U) submitted 16 programs for accreditation  by the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities of the Philippines (AACCUP) Inc. last Nov. 9-14.

Of the 16  evaluated programs, eight were from Miagao campus while the other eight from La Paz campus. 

The following programs of Miag-ao campus were evaluated on Nov. 9-11 and La Paz campus on Nov. 12-14: 

The opening program for La Paz campus was held at the ISAT U Covered Gym  after the AACCUP accreditors' courtesy call on the ISAT U President. During the program, the accreditors and their local counterparts were introduced to the Academic Community. Dr. Raul F. Muyong, the University President, gave his words of encouragement to the Local Accreditation Task Force.

They are here to help us see our strengths, to improve them further and our weaknesses that need to be assessed. Accreditors are here to help us improve our program offerings. Provide them the accommodation they needed.” Said Dr. Muyong in his opening speech.

 A brief meeting between accreditors and their local counterpart was held at the New Board Room after the opening program. This was followed by the submission of files and documents for validation.  

The local task force team assigned in the ten areas were the following:

The second day of the AACCUP Survey Visit consisted of a visitation to the extension site, facilities and interview of stakeholders. The submission of documents resumed after lunch break.

On the last day of the accreditation, the reports required for validation were finalized by the local task force team and the accreditors.

An exit conference was held in the New Board Room. The accreditors gave out their observations and findings on the 10 areas that were evaluated during the three-day survey visit at La Paz campus.

In her general impression during the closing program, Dr.Cecilia Salazar, over-all coordinator of AACCUP survey team, expressed her gratitude for the warm hospitality and accommodation given to her by ISAT U faculty, staff and students.

She described ISAT U as an “institution within an institution.”

Dr. Salazar also mentioned that she had great time during the group interview from the stakeholders. It presented the quality of students that the school is producing.

In her speech she quoted a line she favored from one of the alumni of ISAT U which says, “As we level up, do not forget to uplift the values and morals of the students.”

In his words of commitment, the university president, Dr. Raul F. Muyong, assured that the recommendations given by AACCUP survey team will be implemented.

The University awaits for the result of the AACCUP evaluation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pursuant to RA 8292/10595, the Board of Regents of Iloilo Science and Technology (ISAT U) fornally and publicly announces that the positions for Two (2) members of the Board of Regents representing the PRIVATE SECTOR are now open.

The nominee/applicant must have the following minimum qualifications:

1. At least be thirty (30) years of age on the date of his appoinment;
2. A resident of Iloilo for at least three (3) years prior to his appointment as such;
3. Morally upright and has no record of criminal, civil or administrative conviction.
4. The Private Sector Representative nominee shall not in any way be connected with the SUC in any manner, for two years prior to his or her nomination for the PSR position.
5. Not in any way be presently employed or appointed in any position  with any government (local, national and in government owned and controlled corporations) agency or entity, in manner, be it full time or part time. at the time his or her nomination in the position;
6. Should be from the industry, business or professions in line with the programs of ISAT U (e.g. Agriculture, Engineering, Industrial Technology, Information Technology, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Education and Science.) 
7. Should have distinguished record of employment, business, expertise and connection with the private sector. If the PRS nominee previously worked with a government entity or was a consultant in any government  undertaking the proportion of the time the nominee served in the government should not exceed one fourth of the entire time the nominee served in the private sector.

 

In order to serve these minimum requirements, the nominator or the nominee should provide all the pertinent details of the nominee's past and current employment/service records, connection to the industry, field of expertise, achievement, non-connection with the SUC, no current employment or availability  of the nominee to serve as PSR, in proper nomination form that should be notarized with the pertinent supporting documentation.

The nominee should accept the nomination by signing his/her conforme on the designated portion of the notarized nomination form.

The nomination form may be obtained from the official University Website wvcst.edu.ph or Office of the Board Secretary.

All nominations/applications must be accompanied by the applicant's vision and duly accomplished personal data form to include attachments and must be personally submitted or by courier not later than December 10, 2015

These should be submitted to:

Office of the Board Secretary
2nd Floor Administration Building
ISAT U La Paz, Iloilo City

(SGD) DR.MINDA J. FORMACION
Chairperson, Search Committee
for Private Sector Representatives

 

As a way  of honoring teachers and employees who continue to inspire students with their knowledge, skills and commitment, ISAT U marked World Teacher’s Day last Oct. 5 with a Tribute to Teachers and Employees at the ISAT U Covered Gym.

With the theme “Empowering Teachers, Building Sustainable Societies,” the celebration opened with a thanksgiving mass in honor of the teachers and employees.  

This was followed by the program proper  which started with a welcome address from Ms. Losette A. Dela, President of the Student Republic.

Speaking on behalf of the Student Republic, Ms. Dela expressed her never-ending gratitude to the teachers and employees who became sources of wisdom and knowledge with the years spent in the institution.

Dr. Raul F. Muyong also paid tribute to the teachers by giving an inspiring message. 

“Teachers are tasked to shape humanity,” Dr. Muyong said in one of his statements. The university president enumerated the contributions of a teacher to society.

“A man is formed and honed by his teacher. The best gift to be given among teachers is for them to be good and to attend their classes all the time.” He also challenged the teachers to provide quality education to  ISAT U students.

The event also showcased a solidarity dance performed by SR officers and  presentation of students from the different colleges as tribute to the teachers and employees.

In honor of their years of service to the university,  the institution awarded them with plaques of appreciation and recognition .The awardees included the following:

SERVICE LOYALTY AWARDEES:

NAME OF OFFICIAL / EMPLOYEE	POSITION TITLE / RANK	FIRST DAY OF SERVICE IN ISAT U
10 YEARS
ALCUDIA, Jennifer E.	Administrative Asst. II	10-05-05
BALDEVARONA, Gilmore L.	Assistant Professor I	12-16-05
CRUZATA, Carmen L.	Associate Professor V	07-14-05
FORMAREJO, Tadema B.	Assistant Professor II	01-19-05
GALLO, Virzen F.	Security Guard III	12-16-05
GAYAPA, Nelson T.	Associate Professor I	10-24-05
JUANEZA, John Eric	Professor IV	11-22-05
LORIO, Rosana A.	Assistant Professor III	06-08-05
MIRASOL, Al Joevid B.	Assistant Professor IV	10-24-05
SIRA, Karlo S.	Associate Professor I	12-05-05
TORRERES, Renato T.	Associate Professor II	12-05-05
15 YEARS
DOGENO, Ma. Josette P.	Associate Professor II	06-14-00
GASATAYA,  Mergie C.	Board Secretary V	07-18-00
ECHAVERIA, Ma. Asusina Asuncion E.	Professor VI	11-22-00
20 YEARS
BARREDO, Cherry Pink D.	Associate Professor III	01-16-95
CASTAŃEDA, Juvel A.	Associate Professor V	06-06-95
DAITAO, Sammy A.	Associate Professor V	06-13-95
AMBUT, Carmelo V.	Professor VI	07-03-95
JIMENEZ, Maria Arlyn B.	Associate Professor I	08-28-95
VALENCIANA, Dominico Sergie O.	Associate Professor V	11-02-95
25 YEARS
SEDONIO, Edna M.	Dentist II	01-15-90
SOBREPEŃA, Angelo C.	Associate Professor IV	07-09-90
PALABRICA, Alma C.	Professor V	09-17-90
SUBOSA, Madeline U.	Associate Professor V	11-26-90
30 YEARS
BRILLANES, Samie M.	Associate Professor V	01-07-85
TIDULA, Angelico T.	Administrative Aide VI (Utility Foreman)	01-1985
35 YEARS
BELMES, Novelita J.	Associate Professor V	06-09-80
GELORYAO, Dionisto B.	Associate Professor V	07-01-80
SANCHEZ, Manuel Jr. A.	Professor VI	07-01-80
LIST OF RETIREES
NAME	RANK/POSITION	DATE OF RETIREMENT/ SEPARATION
TEODORO L. MELLIZA, JR.	Administrative Aide III	June 16, 2015 28 yrs & 5 mos
NEPTALE E. DUMADA-UG	Associate Professor V	June 20, 2015 28 yrs & 11 mos
NIDA T. GOMEZ	College Librarian III	July 1, 2015 18 yrs & 6 mos
GLORIA A. RESANO	Associate Professor V	September 26, 2015 30 yrs & 10 mos

 

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