August 2015

Freshmen Orientation

August 12 - 13

Installation of Rev. Fr. Gilbert B. Sales, CICM,

as the 7th SLU President

August 15 (Saturday)

August 21 (Friday)

August 31 (Monday)

National Heroes Day (No Classes)

Academic Session 2015, a special time for Tribute and Thanks

W ednesday, July 22, 2015, was a memorable day for the SLU community. At 1:30 in the

afternoon, joyful musical sounds aired by the SLU band announced the annual academic session, that started this year with the Gawad San Luis ceremony for faculty and employees. After the audience had witnessed the awarding of their meritorious colleagues, Rev. Fr. Jessie M. Hechanova, CICM, president of Saint Louis University for the past ten years, gave his last address to the community, which was conceived as a retrospective of the transformation of the university during his presidency. After Father’s speech, a group of at least twenty retirees were invited to the stage and received a public tribute for their invaluable contribution to the life and growth of the university. Father Jess will retire at the end of July 2015. Truly, Father Jess’ mission to transform has been accomplished, even as time goes on and new challenges are already announcing further transformations, which Father acknowledged with the words “The journey continues.”

“Dear Father Jess, the Louisian community will remain forever grateful for what has been achieved in the past decade. May God continue to bless you and all your further plans and endeavors, and may he continue to kindle the missionary spirit among us in the university!”

August 4 - 8, 10 - 11

Start of Classes

August 12 (Wednesday)

Registration (1st Sem, AY 2015-2016)

Ninoy Aquino Day

(No Classes)

PHOTO CREDIT: MR. ED CARONONGAN

2 August 2015

Congratulations!

Dr. Victor Romulo Gallardo Dumaguing, visiting professor of the Graduate Program of the Department of Pharmacy, was conferred the Dr. Jose P. Rizal Gold Medallion as Filipino Physician of Distinction in the Academe by the Philippine Medical Association during its 106th Convention on May 22, 2015 at the Marriott Hotel, Manila.

Licensure Examination for

Radiologic Technologists

JULY 2015

SLU passing rate: 45/52 (86.54%)

National passing: 1,325/3,043 (43.54%)

Licensure Examination for

Architects

JUNE 2015

SLU passing rate: 31/38 (81.58%)

National passing: 1,201/1,964 (61.15%)

RIZZA LYN S. GUMANGAN 8th Place (91.67%)

Licensure Examination for

Pharmacists

JULY 2015

SLU RANKED No.1 AMONG TOP

PERFORMING SCHOOLS WITH 50

OR MORE EXAMINEES AND WITH AT

LEAST 80% PASSING PERCENTAGE.

Licensure Examination for

Nurses

MAY 2015

SLU passing rate: 10/11 (90.91%)

National passing: 9,707/17,891 (54.26%)

SLU passing rate: 52/55 (94.55%)

National passing: 2,004/3,142 (63.78%)

SLU RANKED No.1 AMONG

TOP PERFORMING SCHOOLS

WITH 50 OR MORE EXAMINEES

AND WITH AT LEAST 80%

PASSING PERCENTAGE.

Ms. Noelle Nicole Go BSME 4

The New PHINMA

Scholar

G.I.F.T.E.D. Thirteen dedicated and exceptional

Louisians took part in the Growth and Instruction For The Exceptionally Distinct (G.I.F.T.E.D.) Program of the Guidance Center from June 25 – July 4, 2015. Congratulations and continue to be a gift to others, “Baker’s Dozen”! Front row (L-R): Neil Duane P. Batnag, BS ECE 2, Jannor P. Cabinto, BS CE 2, Mary Anne (Wen Yao) Q. Zheng, BS IT 1, Vallerry P. Caluza, BS PHARM 2, Eirin Shanaia M. Urusua, BS PSYCH 1, Mrs. Mia Cheong (GIFTED Program Coordinator). Back Row (L-R): Louie K. Lungao, BS CHE 2, Kenneth Jasper G. Berganio, BS BIOL 2, Mrs. Kate Quintos (Assistant Director, Guidance Center), Baltazar F. Cayachen, BS AC 1, Manelee D. Fangroy, BS RT 2, Lyca P. Orfiano, BS AC 2, Ara Alyssa N. Rabaya, BS N 2, Mazee P. Kelly, BS PSYCH 1 and (top right corner) Joji G. Tateoka, BS AC 1.

August 2015 3

Continuing Commitment. For the second time in a row, SLU

got the title of Regional Champion in the 2015 Search for Sustainable & Ecofriendly Schools, spearheaded by the SLU-LEMAC (Louisian Environmental Management and Audit Committee). In photo, taken during the validation of SLU's regional entry on June 16, 2015, are the SLU representatives (standing) and the board of judges (seated L-R): Mrs. Susan Nisperos-Nool (EMB-DENR CAR Information Officer), Dr. Crisanto Gamay (DepEd-CAR Representative), and Dr. Sophia C. Tanicala (Private Sector Representative and Chairman of the Board). Not in photo is Ms. Menzie Kuengan (CHED-CAR Representative).

Promoting Anti-graffiti, Anti-smoking, Safety and Security. A Certificate of Appreciation was given to SLU through the NSTP for its “Promotion of Anti-Graffiti, Anti-Smoking, and Household (Boarding Houses) Safety and Security.” SLU-NSTP Coordinator, Mr. Albert G. Guinguino Jr., received the award on behalf of Saint Louis University from Baguio City Mayor, Hon. Mauricio G. Domogan, during the Flag Ceremony on June 29, 2015 at the City Hall Grounds.

“Plant Native, Grow Native.” 175 persons actively

participated in the Environmental Advocacy Program of the Retirees Association of Saint Louis University (RASLU), dubbed as “Plant Native, Grow Native” Rainforestation on June 18, 2015 at the Forbes Forest Reservation along South Drive, Baguio City. Partner agencies were CWL-Diocese of Baguio, SLU-NSTP, DENR, and CEPMO (Reforestation and Afforestation Section & Watershed Management Division).

Bringing Experts for Objective Meetings. Exploratory meeting with The University of Rhode Island, USA, College of the Environment and Life Sciences (CELS) on July 13, 2015 to discuss possible collaborative programs with the School of Natural Sciences. In photo (L-R): Prof. Michael A. Rice, Dr. John D. Kirby (Dean of CELS), Dr. Noel B. De Leon (SLU VP for Academic Affairs), Ms. Rosario M. Marzo (OLEP Director), Dr. Gaudelia A. Reyes (SLU-SNS Dean) and Dr. Adeltrudes B. Caburian (SNS-GPC ).

Catering to Children with Special Needs. US Ambassador to

the Philippines Philip S. Goldberg graced the opening of the sports clinic that served and accommodated children with special needs on July 11, 2015. This was the highlight of the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the U.S. Independence Day celebration. Also gracing the occasion were Baguio City Mayor Mauricio Domogan, Fr. Jessie M. Hechanova, CICM (SLU President), and Dr. Rina Diaron (Director, SLU Libraries and Baguio American Corner).

4 August 2015

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Psychology Graduates honor SLU’s Father of Psychology

Aug 01 (Sat) 5:15 PM “Sunday Mass”

Mass Presider: Fr. Liber Ortega

Aug 07 (Fri) 5:15 PM Penitential Rites followed by First Friday Mass

Mass Presider: Fr. Jeff Habado

Aug 08 (Sat) 5:15 PM The Best Pill is Our Goodwill

Preacher : Bro. Chito Jongco

Aug 15 (Sat) 5:15 PM “Sunday Mass”

Mass Presider: Fr. Macwayne Maniwang

Aug 22 (Sat) 5:15 PM A Bit More “We” and a Bit Less “Me”

Preacher : Bro. Bot Balbero Aug 29 (Sat) 5:15 PM Ministries’ Program

PROGRAM FOR AUGUST 2015 Venue: SLU HOSPITAL CHAPEL

Spirit of Love Catholic Community SLU Campus Ministry

To: SLU employees

Are you looking for a place for your kids aged 1 to 5, while you are at work? Come and visit us. We provide care to your kids as they experience fun in learning.

Visit us at: Louisian Child Care Center (near SLU Gate 5)

Look for: Mrs. Annabelle G. Carreon, MAEd ECED

LCCC Officer

F ive decades of service to SLU, fifty-eight years as a CICM Missionary

(come August 4, 2015) and forty-eight years since establishing SLU’s Psychology department, these frequencies are but a tip of the iceberg of the amazing work Fr. Evarist Verlinden, CICM, has presented to SLU. As gratitude for Fr. Evarist’s significant professional and personal contributions to his students, more than one hundred thirty psychology graduates (a mixture of the bachelor’s and master’s degrees) representing more than thirty batches

produced over the last 48 years, gathered and paid tribute to Fr. Evarist’s reverence, commitment and dedication in the training of psychology students last July 11, 2015 at the CCA.

The tribute began with Fr. Geraldo Costa, CICM, Tribute Convenor, sharing the rationale of the gathering, while Rev. Fr. Jessie M. Hechanova, CICM, SLU President, shared in his opening remarks how Fr. Evarist is a pillar of SLU as well as of his confreres. The tribute comprised Fr. Evarist’s biographical sketch as a CICM

Missionary and as Father of Psychology in SLU. A launching of the prospected celebration of 50 years of Psychology in SLU also took place. In between were entertaining production numbers by the CCA talents. The highlight of the tribute was Fr. Evarist’s response when he thanked and congratulated everyone present. He acknowledged the presence of everyone and mirrored how his students made his life meaningful as well. The tribute ended on a high note with everyone anticipating the 50 years of Psychology come 2017.