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MUSTVolume 2 No. 5 | October 2013

N E W S L E T T E RThe Official Newsletter of Mindanao University of Science & TechnologyC.M. Recto, Lapasan, Cagayan de Oro Citywww.must.edu.ph

SG Polytechnic reps visit MUST, University seeks CDIO implementationBy Anne Lorraine R. Sitoy and Kristine Pearl A. Hortilano

NOMCARRD 2013 heldBy Anne Lorraine R. Sitoy and Gilliane F. Kawaling

Representatives of the Singapore Polytechnic Institute (SPI) visited the Mindanao University of Science and Technology (MUST) on October 17, 2013 as part of the process of making the University a possible host in the pilot implementation of the Conceiving – Designing – Implementing – Operating (CDIO) Initiative as an educational approach and framework for rethinking engineering education.

The CDIO INITIATIVE is an innovative educational framework for producing the next generation of engineers. Students are provided with an educational framework that stresses engineering fundamentals set in the context of CDIO real-world systems and products. Dr. Ruth G. Cabahug, MUST Vice President for Academic Affairs, together with Dr. Herbert Glenn Reyes, Philippines Association of State Universities and Colleges (PASUC) Executive Director, and representatives from Ifugao State University attended the 2013 CDIO Asian Regional Meeting and the Temasek Foundation-Singapore Polytechnic TVET (Engineering) Specialists Programme in Asia held in Singapore Polytechnic last March 26-28, 2013 with the theme “Building Collaboration.”

On July 31 to August 2 this year, MUST representatives were present during the National Conference and Training on Energizing Engineering Curriculum Towards International Recognition organized by PASUC. Dr. Ronald J. Hugo, a CDIO expert from the University of Calgary in Canada, handled one topic which focused on adapting and implementing the CDIO Approach. It was during that training that the possibility of MUST to be identified as the host in the pilot implementation of CDIO in Mindanao emerged. Mr. Chia Hui Yong, Deputy General Manager of SPI, and Mr. Raymond Tay, Project of Adviser of SPI, arrived in MUST in the morning of October 17. They were warmly welcomed by Dr. Ricardo E. Rotoras, MUST President, and the University officials, deans and department heads at the University board room.

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Ricardo E. Rotoras, D. Eng. receives a token from our visitors, Mr. Chia Hui Yong and Mr. Raymond Tay. Together with Dr. Rotoras is PASUC Executive Director Dr. Herbert Glenn P. Reyes.

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Executive Editor Maria Consuelo R. Del Castillo

Editors:Anne Lorraine R. Sitoy, Joan J. Sabalo

Graphic Artist:Reynann G. Ybañez

Contributors: Marjorie Moreno-Alforque, Ronela C. Enguito Kristine Pearl A. Hortilano, Gilliane F. Kawaling, Ruth April A. Labajan, Jo Mark M. Libre, Alfe Joy Lorca, Rosavilla A. Mandagdag, Sheila Mae Serezo

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The Northern Mindanao Consortium for Agriculture and Resources Research and Development (NOMCARRD) held its 25th Regional Symposium on Research and Development Highlights and Farmer’s Forum on October 10 – 11, 2013 at the Mindanao University of Science and Technology (MUST) gymnasium with the theme “Responsible Local Government for Sustainable Agriculture, Fisheries and Natural Resources.”

According to the NOMCARRD Director Dr. Judith D. Intong, the symposium primarily aims to evaluate researches conducted by the different

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“Today and more than ever, we are experiencing very interesting times in engineering education. In the past, we were just contented with just doing the usual thing (like) looking at the passing percentage of board exams,” Dr. Rotoras said during his welcome remarks. “There is no other time than this time that we can be involved in interesting projects. This is an opportunity for all of us.” Dr. Herbert Glenn P. Reyes explained to the group the rationale of the visit. “They are back here for the possible making of the proposal that would be presented to Temasek Foundation for the Singapore Polytechnic to come back here, implement and assess, and go through identifying institutions to adopt the CDIO.” The University Officials as well as the deans, department heads and some engineering faculty

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members who were present were also introduced by Dr. Ruth G. Cabahug.

Ms. Maria Consuelo R. del Castillo, Planning, Monitoring and Communications Unit (PMCU) Director, and Dr. Ambrosio B. Cultura II, Dean of the College of Engineering and Architecture (CEA), presented the “MUST in a Capsule” and the “MUST vis-à-vis 12 Standards of CDIO,” respectively.

Mr. Chia Hui Yong shared to the group a brief overview of SPI’s implementation of CDIO. SPI was the first institution in Asia to be a collaborator, joining the initiative in 2004. He said that it started with their Mechanical Engineering course. Although CDIO was initially designed for engineering courses, the initiative was also applied in courses other than engineering since they found out that CDIO is also

suitable for non-Engineering courses. In June 2011, SPI and Shantou University of China were designated as the CDIO Regional Centers for Asia.

Mr. Yong and Mr. Tay capped off their visit with a brief tour to the Mechatronic, Computer and Renewable Energy laboratories as well as other laboratories found at the Science Complex.

Oriental State College of Agriculture and Technology (MOSCAT), the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), MUST, the Department of Agriculture Region 10, the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Region 10, the Bureau of Fisheries and DOST. Local government unit (LGU) partners of NOMCARRD from Bohol, Kabangkalan, Misamis Oriental, Manolo Fortich, Laguindingan, Balingasag, Malaybalay, Impasug-ong and Misamis Occidental were also recognized. Dr. Ma. Theresa M. Rivera, the Social Outreach Coordinator of the Xavier University College of Agriculture, introduced city administrator Atty. Roy H. Raagas as the representative of Mayor Oscar S. Moreno tasked to deliver the keynote speech in behalf of the city mayor.

Atty. Raagas stressed that with the help of science and technology based on participative research and development, there is hope that the world will remain beautiful, forested, climatically stable and continually generous for generations to come. He said that the bigger challenge is how LGUs could maximize the support of NOMCARRD, other institutions and national agencies in the LGU service delivery and development programs and efforts.

“Let us all continue and sustain this collaborative effort in this part of the country in order for us to achieve our goals of self-sufficiency for our constituents, the people of Mindanao and the sustained economic growth we have all worked hard for and still working hard for – our beloved country the Philippines,” he challenged.

Arch. Antonio J. Ledesma, the Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Cagayan de Oro, also highlighted the event as the speaker during the plenary presentation in the afternoon.

Completed research and development papers of MUST were among the papers presented during the said symposium. Three MUST researches were presented in the Research Category, two in the Development Category and one entry for the Poster Category.

Dr. Dionel O. Albina and Dr. Consorcio Namoco Jr. won the second and third place, respectively, in the Development Category while Engr. Gina Lacang won second place in the Poster Category.The complete list of winners is posted at the official MUST website: http://www1.must.edu.ph/

member agencies and to promote interaction between and among researches, extension workers, local government unit representatives, media people and other clienteles. It also aims to provide a venue for discussion of the state-of-the-art research and development activities in the region; foster regional collaboration and information among member agencies; and establish future directions in research and development in agriculture, forestry, fishery, natural resources and environment.

Research Director of MUST Dr. Oliva P. Canencia gave a warm welcome to the participants during the opening program while Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region 10 Director Alfonso Alamban gave a very informative opening remarks.

Dr. Intong introduced Dr. Veneracion Cabana, Ms. Fe N. Dominggo, Dr. Eric Eguia, Mr. Virgilio Fuertes and Dr. Norma V. Llemit as this year’s evaluators.

She also acknowledged the member agencies of NOMCARRD who were present and who were participants of the symposium, to wit: Xavier University, Central Mindanao University, Misamis

MUST commemoratesWorld Teachers DayBy Jo Mark M. Libre and Rosavilla A Mandagdag

The Mindanao University of Science and Technology (MUST), thru the College of Policy Studies, Education and Management (CPSEM) in collaboration with the Student Affairs and Welfare Office, the Supreme Student Council and the different university-based and accredited student organizations, commemorated World Teachers’ Day with the theme “A Call for Teachers” on October 4, 2013. Teachers Day is celebrated since 1994 and is celebrated annually through the initiative of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s (UNESCO). Around 100 countries including the Philippines participate to appreciate the efforts of teachers and express gratitude towards them. The day is celebrated recognizing the untiring work of teachers who give their time, talent and skills to mold a country.

As a way of saying thank you, both regular and part-time teachers were serenaded by the University playmakers and MUST Pop Idol Champion last Friday morning at the gymnasium. They were also offered flowers and tokens. The teachers also experienced pampering through free pedicure, manicure, massage, health check-up and haircut services.

In line with UNESCO’s focus to have quality teachers for global citizenship and cultural diversity, a Zumba Fitness Bash was held in the afternoon where teachers, university staff and personnel enjoyed the rejuvenating moves led by dance instructors.

A total of 120 Technology Communication Management (TCM) students enrolled in the National Service Training Program (NSTP) 10 during the first semester attended the “Symposium on Natural Calamities/Environmental Issues and Contagious Diseases/Early Pregnancies” on October 7, 2013 at the AVR-ITB. A series of lecture on the Actual Observation and Conduct of Line Prevention and Natural Calamities and Disaster as well as the Disadvantages of Early Pregnancy were given by the following invited speakers: Inpsector Willie M. Tan Jr. of the Bureau of Fire Protection Region 10; Dr. Rachel Daba Dilla, City Health Officer II of Region 10; and Prof. Vicenta V. Ansigbat, MUST Environmental faculty. (By: Ronela C Enguito)

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