Month: September 2023

Below are the new officers:

PRESIDENT: PETER ERNIE D. PARIS – COE

VICE PRESIDENT: SHIM LESTER G. DE PIO – CAS

SECRETARY: ANGELOU B. DELOGUINES – ILS

TREASURER: RODOLFO A. GULLERGAN JR – CON

AUDITOR: SR. CYNTHIA G. MIÑON – CBM

BUSINESS MANAGER: ANTHONY L. PANES – LAMBUNAO CAMPUS

PIO: JOESYL MARIE D. ARANAS – COC

BOARD OF DIRECTORS:

1. MICHELLE C. PAREN – CAF
2. JOEL T. DE CASTRO – CICT
3. NOEL A. INSULAR – JANIUAY CAMPUS
4. BERNADETTE T. SILVEDERIO – POTOTAN CAMPUS
5. ANNALIZA C. TIBAYDE – HIMAMAYLAN CAMPUS
6. CEASAR P. GARDOSE – COM
7. SHEILA ANN Y. MONTERO – COP
8. FEDERIC LOISE S. REGENCIA – COL
9. JANINE K. CAPACIETE – COD
10. REY C. CAÑUTO – CALINOG CAMPUS

Winning first place in Cluster 3 of the Best Research Paper category are Roberto Sagge Jr., Mathematics professor and director of the WVSU COE University Learning Assessment Center, together with his fellow researcher Rufino Segura Jr. who is also an alumnus of the WVSU COE Graduate School. Their paper is titled, “Designing and Developing Video Lessons in Mathematics Using Code-Switching: A Design-Based Research.” Prof. Sagge was also the second Best Oral Presenter in the said Cluster.

Winning second place in the same Cluster is WVSU retired Science professor Ignacio Tibajares Jr. and his research partner John Mark Burila, also an alumnus of the WVSU COE Graduate School, with their paper “Musichemistry on Grade Eight Learners’ Motivation, Engagement and Proficiency in Chemistry.” Burila also won first Best Oral Presenter of the said Cluster.

Also winning third place for Best Research Paper and second-Best Oral Presenter in the Cluster 1 Category is Prof. Joey Elechicon from the WVSU College of Arts and Sciences with his paper, “Interactive Science Notebook: Developing Learners’ Conceptual Understanding in Biology”.

Winning second place as Best Research Paper for Cluster 8 is WVSU COE Prof. Chive Gabasa and his research partner Stephan Jade Navarro for their paper, “Navigating Cultural Waters: Intercultural Competence and Experiences of SEA Teachers in a Laboratory High School.”

NOSTE or the National Organization of Science Teachers and Educators (NOSTE), according to its website (https://nosteonline.org/?page_id=10), was formed in 2011 by a group of science teachers and educators based in Iloilo City that aims to provide professional development opportunities to teachers in basic and higher education. Formerly known as the Association of Elementary Science Teachers and Educators of the Philippines (AESTEP), the new organization has widened its membership to include science and mathematics teachers and educators at all levels.

The WVSU College of Medicine, College of Nursing, and College of Dentistry, in collaboration with experts from other higher education institutions, aim to ensure the feasibility of scenarios and the content of SBE-centered modules before their implementation in the curriculum. This proactive approach ensures that students receive the best possible education in the field of Dental Medicine.

The general objectives of the workshop include the pilot testing of scenarios and module content in various areas of dental medicine, such as Anesthesiology, Dental Public Health, Oral Surgery, Restorative Dentistry, and Oral Pathology.

In a significant development for the project, West Visayas State University and the University of the Philippines Manila – College of Dentistry, being the lead implementing universities, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate in the further development of the CHED LAKAS 2022-001 SBE Project.

This collaboration between the two esteemed educational institutions underscores the importance of joint efforts in advancing dental education in the Philippines.

The said MOU aims to further enhance the collaboration between the two universities in researches and extension projects, seminar workshops, exchange of faculty, and sharing of best practices.

This workshop was also participated by the faculty of Iloilo Doctor’s College – COD and the Faculty and students of WVSU – COD.

The CHED LAKAS 2022-001 SBE Project represents a significant step forward in advancing dental education and promoting the use of technology-driven teaching and learning strategies.

Furthermore, it underscores the commitment of WVSU COD to provide the highest quality education to its students, preparing them to excel in the dynamic field of dental medicine.

This collaborative effort is expected to pave the way for improved dental education in the Philippines, ultimately benefiting both students and patients.

It generally signifies the following: ensuring the quality of its education, services, and processes; continual improvement; consistency in processes; meeting customer expectations; having a robust system for documenting its processes and procedures; and likely enhancement of the university’s reputation both nationally and internationally.

The “2nd Surveillance Audit” means that the university has undergone at least two rounds of audits to verify its compliance with ISO 9001:2015. Passing these audits, according to the SOCOTEC, means that the university’s QMS has demonstrated its effectiveness over time.

The Opening Meeting was held on Sept. 19, 2023 from 9 a.m to 10 a.m. at the Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE) with Lead Auditor Anna Theresa Manlangit explaining the conduct of audit and the schedule.

With Manlangit were support auditors Jose Emmanuel Thomas Diel, Maria Fatima Mercurio, Michael Matundan, and Arcel Andres.

As OIC president of WVSU, Dr. Porfirio Barlas said that the University takes the SOCOTEC’s findings seriously and will thoroughly review and address them.

On the other hand, Dr. Celina Gellada, Vice President for Medical and Allied Sciences, said in her closing remarks that WVSU stakeholders are subjecting their system to the audit “in the spirit of partnership for the betterment of our University and to achieve our set goals and objectives.”

“This visit gave us the opportunity to re-examine, reconcile and modify our processes not only to improve our efficiency, productivity, and performance  but also give higher visibility, brand image, and enhanced reputation to WVSU,” said Dr. Gellada.

ISO 9001:2015 is an internationally recognized standard for quality management systems (QMS). It sets out the criteria for a QMS and is used by organizations of all types and sizes to demonstrate their commitment to delivering quality products and services. The “2015” in the name refers to the year it was last updated.

On behalf of WVSU University President Dr. Joselito F. Villaruz, Dr. Celina Gellada, Vice President of Medical and Allied Sciences, expressed her gratitude to the facilitators and all the Higher Educational Institutions that participated in the event.

“When you return to your respective universities and colleges, you should also share what you have learned here with your colleagues, students, and other stakeholders that SBE will helps ensure student and patient safety” said Dr. Gellada.

A total of six HEIs from different regions took part in the learning workshop: Cebu Normal University (CNU), Northern Negros State College of Science and Technology (NONESCOST), Mindanao State University (MSU) – Gensan, Central Philippine University (CPU), University of Southern Mindanao (USM), and West Visayas State University (WVSU).

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On WVSU CON’s side, Richard Olano, a level 4 nursing student, talked about “Unveiling Realities: Landscape of Maternal and Child Health in PH” while Janna Yson, a level 2 nursing student, discussed “MalaSAKIT: A review and update of the PH Health Care Delivery System”.

The Japanese visitors from Yokohama City University were composed of three members of the faculty, two directors of birth centers, two midwifery students, 10 nursing students, and one interpreter.

For more information and updates

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