Ma. Teresa SV Caipang passion for healthcare was recognized during the Summit Conference of CALTCM
Ma. Teresa SV Caipang, RN, BSN, MSN, Director of Nurses of Norwalk Skilled Nursing and Wellness Centre and a 1980 alumnae of the CPU Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program received the top spot for Best Practice in Nursing awarded during the Summit Conference of California Association of Long Term Care Medicine (CALTCM) – April 29, 2017.
During the event, she presented the fall quality program in from of more than 250 attendees comprising of doctors, advanced practice nurses, nurse leaders, director of nurses, administrators and other health care professionals.
Ma. Teresa SV Caipang bagged 1st Place in the search for Best Nursing Practices in the Summit Conference of CALTCM.
The California Association of Long Term Care Medicine (CALTCM) is the professional organization for California physicians, medical directors, nurses, pharmacists, administrators, and other professionals working in long-term care. CALTCM promotes quality patient care across the long-term care continuum through medical leadership and education. (http://www.caltcm.org/about).
Attorney Josua C. Alim will sing with Atty. Plaridel Nava during the Pasidungog 2017 concert of Katchry Jewel S. Golbin and Creative Designer Audrey Rose Albason Dusaran on May 5, 2017, 5:30 PM at the CPU Rose Memorial Auditorium. Both Centralian lawyers are members of the City Council. Alim however is a member of the CPU Alumni Association Board of Directors.
Atty. Plaridel Nava
Alim and Nava are known in Iloilo City as the `Singing Councilors’; more often invited to sing in public gatherings and social functions. This must be the reason why they maintain loyal constituents and have always won as City Councilors for years.
Atty. Alim will also perform a duet with the celebrity during the concert./CAN
On April 7, 2017, Filamer Christian University gave Rev. Sharon Rose Joy Ruiz-Duremdes the academic award of doctor honoris causa or honorary doctorate, Doctor of Pedagogy. In Photo: Rev. Dr. Sharon Rose Joy Ruiz-Duremdes is flanked by Dr. Pimentel, Dr. Cortel, Judge Nery Duremdes, and Dr. Chan (Photo Credits: Filamer Christian College).
A woman unfazed by the trials of the life is rare – such a feat is immortalized by her steady inclination to the Author of all things, her devotion to a cause greater than herself and her commitment to the things that go beyond her lifetime.
Rev. Sharon Rose Ruiz-Duremdez has inspired hundreds of Centralians. Her work and ministry has led others to pursue the calling of living and leading for Christ. A well-loved professor of the Central Philippine Univeristy College of Theology and a passionate servant of the Lord, her life is a testimony that the goodness of the Lord bestows favor and grace to those who put Him first.
In 1968, Rev. Sharon graduated in CPU with a degree of Bachelor of Arts in English, Magna Cum Laude. Her stay in CPU has molded her to become a woman of faith – passionate for serving the Lord and fervent in helping others. “My parents were teachers, they emphasized the importance academics but they wanted their children to be nurtured with Christian values first and foremost.”
Rev. Sharon became the third Centralian who became a part of the Ten Outstanding Students of the Philippines. Her heart for servant leadership has made her a true ministry worker. “During the TOSP interview, I was asked on what is my role and contribution as a citizen in the development of the society – I am still very much answering that question today.”
According to Rev. Sharon, apart from being an institution devoted to producing exemplary Christian graduates CPU is also a venue for developing friendships that last. “CPU is a place where there is deep closeness among faculty and students forged by respect and common love for the university. Sentimentally, the Central spirit is very much alive. If you graduated from CPU and met someone who also graduated from CPU, although you were from a different batch, there would be an immediate sense of brotherhood or sisterhood – a common way of understanding and looking at life the Centralian way.”
After graduation, Rev. Sharon volunteered as an overseas missionary of the Convention of Baptist Churches. She went to Semerarang, Indonesia and worked with Indonesian students. There she developed a deep fulfillment for sharing the gospel which became her definition of success.
Rev. Sharon entered the portals of the CPU College of Theology in 1973 after studying in Berkeley Divinity School in California, USA. In the college she found joy teaching young people about the word of God and encouraging them live their lives for the glory of the Lord. “It is in the area of theology that we develop a deep understanding of the truths of life. You will understand that the ministry is meant to be for others – it is faith training.”
Several people inspired her to be the woman she is today. The most notable of which are her parents and professors in CPU; “My father was an educator. He encouraged me to develop my ability of expressing what I am thinking. On the other hand, my mother helped me in understanding other people and caring for them. My mother was a very passionate Christian, she told me that to have a deeper meaning of life one has to serve the Lord.”
Another person who helped her develop her potential is Dr. Elisa Griño, the Head of the English Department of the CPU College of Arts and Science. “I was impressed with the way Dr. Griño communicated with other people. She encouraged me to excel and to further develop my mastery of the English language.”
An advocacy close to her heart, Rev. Sharon shares that it is the upliftment of women in ministry, work and society that moves her to action. According to her it is vital that women learn about themselves and identify themselves as someone who has a significant contribution to society. “Women need to discover their God given gifts and talents. My work with women has brought me to communities. There I saw the necessity for me to divest my attention to the plight of women. There is a lot to be done.”
Seeing the victims of an unlivable society, Rev. Sharon forged a revolution against inequality. “Every person is worthy of human dignity. Before I engaged in my advocacy I realized three things: first, I should have a very clear vision of the future and I should draw people to that particular vision. Second, I should be making life livable for others through my talents, abilities and skills. And last, for my advocacy to be successful, I should empower others to join me.”
Rev. Sharon shares that it is not easy to engage in advocacy work, she has encountered a lot of challenges along the way but it is her fervent obedience to her the calling God gave her that made her persevere. “When you engage in an advocacy like this you won’t have many friends. You have to speak the truth, when you do this people who are in power will be threatened because they want to stay in position – many people will not like you. You will have to go on survival mode.”
In her fight for others, she encountered persecution but remained consistent with her purpose. “I was persecuted and put in jail. But when people saw the consistency in my words and actions, the goodness of the Lord was manifested, others began seeing my side of the story – the grace of the Lord sustained me. Just like what Matthew 5:10-12 says: Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people insult you,persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me .Rejoice and be glad,because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.”
Rev. Sharon’s greatest joy is seeing younger people respond to God’s calling in their lives. As a theologian educator it is the passion of her students in learning and pursuing the word of God that gives her fulfillment. “Seeing younger people say to me: You make a lot of sense, always brings joy to my heart.”
Hon. Demy P. Sonza has a passion for history and its preservation.
Twenty Seventeen of the Twenty First Century is another achievement year for Honorable Demy P. Sonza,Iloilo Provincial Board Member; Centralian leader, historian, and author. On Tuesday, April 18, 2017, Sonza’s 21st book – “Two Most Highly Decorated Filipino Soldiers in World War II: Jose C. Calugas and Ramon S. Subejano of Iloilo” was launched at the Casa Real De Iloilo (the old provincial capitol building).The launching was sponsored by the Office of Culture, Arts and Tourism-Iloilo Province.
Demetrio P. Sonza, fondly called Demy by his peers and circles at Central Philippine University is a prolific writer on any literary, historical, or social interests. Demy hails from the prestigious municipality of Sta. Barbara, Iloilo where the first Philippine Flag was raised outside Manila.
Sonza started working in CPU (mostly in publications and communications) at the office of First Filipino President Dr. Rex D. Drilon, another popular journalist.
Centralian Pride Katchry Golbin will once again showcase her talent in the upcoming “Pasidungog”.
If you were entertained by Katchry Golbin a.k.a. Alienette Coldfire, (3rd Placer, France Got Incredible Talent) in her last +dinner show+ at EMC- CPU last December 2016 (courtesy of the CPU Alumni Association), you will be excited to see her on May 5, 5:30 PM at the Rose Memorial Auditorium when she tandems her performance with CPU Cultural Groups, and with a special participation of Audrey Rose Dusaran-Albason – the only Filipino Fashion Designer invited in the Oxford Fashion Studio AW 2017 in Paris, France.
Central Philippine University and the CPU Alumni Association, Inc., in collaboration with the CPU Cultural Affairs Office will honor the graduates of 2017 in a concert entitled “PASIDUNGOG”- a double treat presentation of Ms. Golbin and Ms. Albason. Once again Golbin will deliver some of her classic, heart rending songs in French and Tagalog -including J’avais Reve D’une Autre Vie (I Dream a Dream), and La Vie En Rose (with Creative Designs provided by A.R.Dusaran Albason).
Interestingly, Katchry will have a Duet number with our very own City Councilor and CPUAAI Board Member Atty. Joshua Alim. The CPU Sari-saot will dance to the Wing’s Sonata by Composer Marisa Montelibano. Other Intermissions will be a Phantom of the Opera Medley by the CPU Handbell Ringers; the CPU Excel Chorale, and a Theme Song from Beauty and the Beast – with Chris John de Guzman and Miguel Davao./ C.A. Natividad
Princess with CPU Alumni President Dan Dorillo and Liaison Officer Tina Marie Hortelano
The demure young Centralian who dropped by the CPU Alumni Affairs Office on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 was Princess Ann Robles – also known as the first Ilongga Final MVP of the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) Juniors Division – Season 79. Robles was also acknowledged by Iloilo City Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog on a radio program.
The Junior High School graduate of Central Philippine University is now on her Senior High School and a member of the Varsity Volleyball Team of the National University. She is studying Humanities and Social Sciences among her track at the Senior High.
Perseverance and determination are among values she imbibed while in her Junior High School in CPU. She extolled her teachers and the Central Philippine University for being the foundation of her career in the national sports. Robles has been to many sports competitions, received so many athletic awards in different sports representing CPU particularly in the Palarong Pambansa.
Princess shares her success at the UAAP with Media Relations Officer Cyrus Natividad.
She’s open to share or impart her expertise on volleyball and physical training to Centralian students who aim to become what she is today, once she has the chance to come back. She is on vacation in Iloilo with her parents Mr. And Mrs. Rufelia and Rodrigo Robles.
The CPU Alumni Office invited her to talk on the Centralian Link live (thanks to CPUAAI President Dan Dorillo and Liaison Officer Tina Marie Poblacion).
Central Philippine University and the CPU Alumni Association, Inc. with the participation of the Cultural Affairs Office will hold a FREE CONCERT honoring our 2017 Graduates and their parents on May 5, 2017, 5:30 PM, at Rose Memorial Auditorium. Dubbed “PASIDUNGOG” the concert features our alumna MS. KATCHRY JEWEL S. GOLBIN, CPU A.B. English Class 2016 (a.k.a. ALIENETTE COLDFIRE) AND 3RD Place, FRANCE GOT TALENT 2016, showcasing the creations of another alumna MS. AUDRY ROSE DUSARAN ALBASON, CPU Kinder 1992, Elem. 1998, HS202, BSN 2007, MAN 2010. She is the only Filipino invited in the Oxford Fashion Studio Paris Collection AW 2017 in Paris, France./ CLink
CNAHS Dean Mrs. Lily Lynn V. Somo is all smiles as Mrs. Daisy Gensaya Jimenea (2nd from left) and Mrs. Emelyn “Chiquit” Uytiepo Armonio (3rd from left) College of Nursing batch 1977 present the check to CPU President Dr. Teodoro C. Robles
Forty years after their graduation, the College of Nursing batch 1977 held one its frequent reunions last February 2017. They also attended the re-dedication of the Loreto D. Tupaz Building last February 3, 2017. In the said reunion, they decided to donate for the soon to be constructed 5-million Virtual Laboratory of the College of Nursing.
Led by two batchmates, Mrs. Emelyn “Chiquit” Uytiepo Armonio, and Mrs. Daisy Gensaya Jimenea (a current faculty of the College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences – CNHAS), they presented a check amounting to P292,704.29 to CPU President Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, and CNAHS Dean Mrs. Lily Lynn V. Somo. Chiquit explained that the donated fund was their surplus money from a reunion that they had ten years ago. When their batch heard of the plan to have a Virtual Laboratory, they exchanged communications through social media and finally decided to donate the entire extra fund. Only about 30 out of the 150 batchmates are in the Philippines; the rest are working abroad. In addition, one of their classmates, Mrs. Ann Catedrilla Seisa, pledged to donate 1 million pesos for the project.
Dean Somo and Prof. Jimenea explained that the Nursing Virtual Laboratory will provide simulation of various nursing procedures such as IV therapy, parenteral medications, for patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and others. They expounded that this is part of the Outcome-based education (OBE) curriculum. This will surely prepare students and develop their skills, depicting real life situations, before doing it on actual patients. It will be a facility that will have doll simulators, IV virtual laboratory monitors, and camera for other students to watch how procedures are being done while in another room. With this Virtual Laboratory, CPU students will be able to practice their delivery of health care and errors will be minimized on real patients.
The empty paper is her stage. Pillars of ink pouring out on a white canvass, creating words that paint infinite pictures and superlatives, hope gushes out like a fountain on gasping paper that is finally brought to life – a woman who can create life through ink is powerful.
A writer always lives a life of adventure – Edel enjoying the South African vista.
Such is the woman behind the byline, Edel Carmela E. Subong-Cscoka. Growing up in home with a deep appreciation for reading, she learned to love writing at a very early age. “It started with me seeing my mother, who’s a journalist, with her writing jobs and student papers to check on her table when I was barely three. I would be sitting on the floor next to her desk and doodle something. I thought imitating her was fun. Until I was writing unrelated sentences or phrases and eventually had to go to Creative Writing courses during summer. And well, being exposed to books since I was a baby, I think, contributed to why I wanted to write.”
Edel now lives in Johannesburg, South Africa with her husband Imre and daughter Lily Liv.
Edel grew up with an eclectic taste when it comes to books, she read any book which she could lay her hands on, but her heart would always go back to the mysteries of Khalil Gibran, magic realism of Nick Joaquin, poetries of Pablo Neruda, and the works of Thomas Hardy, F. Sionil Jose, Michael Connely. And yes, even the cheesy novels of Nicholas Sparks. She read any book which she could lay her hands on.
Seeing her strong interest in literature and her potential in writing, Edel’s mother sent her to writing classes. “We had summers when she would give me a vocabulary and spelling book then check my answers to the exercises on a weekly basis. But it was never a burden. To me, it was all play. So, she actually encouraged the writing interest without pressure.”
In 2001, She eventually took up Bachelor of Arts in Communication at Central Philippine University, Edel shares that it was the stories and testimonies she heard about the Central Spirit that made her choose CPU. “I fell in love with CPU even before I was able to decide what particular degree to pursue. My mother and her two sisters are also Centralians, most of our relatives are. I know this sounds too cliché but truly, CPU has that Spirit that one couldn’t just ignore. That kind of Spirit that’s passed on from generation to generation and it just feeds your soul. “
Her stay in the university further honed her as a writer. She became the Editor-in-Chief of the Central Echo, the official student publication of Central Philippine University in her junior year. “There were unexpected turns of events everyday with Central Echo. I will always remember getting to know different personalities that ‘disturb’ your own principles but opened doors for reflection and strengthening your own character, developing friendships among these personalities without even compromising, and the press works which are supposed to be a hassle, but well, we got to have free snacks so what’s more rewarding for a student writer?”
Taking up Mass Communications exposed Edel to different issues and topics, applications of basic and advanced principles of the writing discipline. According to her, their professors were open-minded with class discussions and gave pieces of advice on matters and difficulties related to the course.
When it comes to her fondest memories in CPU, Edel shared her top five all of which she wrote in her journal when she was in college. “I’m sharing five, which are closest to heart: First, are TV and radio production classes at the EMC were always a mix of laughter, cheers, and tears. Second is my DJing stint at the CPU Radio Station was seriously “un-free” of bloopers but definitely enjoyable. Third, are the welcome and send-off parties were a hit. First was the Kantahan sa CPU which gave me the chance to be the Director of the entire show for some episodes. And the last is meeting “new” people at unexpected moments; one day while I was walking to the library and a person asked me if I am Edel Subong. I said ‘yes’ and he said, ‘I thought so. I’ve seen your name all over the borrowers’ cards for the Kahlil Gibran books!” He recognized me through Central Echo.”
Aside from being a student, Edel had odd jobs which exposed to the realm of the media. She wrote for Cream de la Crème Magazine, Iloilo’s Premier Lifestyle Magazine from 2003 to 2008, she was a Peer Counselor and Program Anchor of the Adolescent Health and Development under the Philippine Family Planning Office and Commission on Population, and she was the scriptwriter of the Iloilo Dinagyang 2004 VTR under Dr. Ted Reyes. “I was assisting CPU with the Centennial Activities publications and press releases, and the Centralian Link, with Dr. Felnor Importante. On the side, I wrote for a lifestyle magazine from 2003-2008, which I used to be an intern for when I was in school. “
In 2005, Edel received the first CPU Journalism Award for excelling in the field of Mass Communication. “I do not think I was conscious that I was the first recipient of that award. As a graduating student then, I was just grateful to reap something out of hard work in keeping my grades alright and joining some extra-curricular activities. I mean, most would tend to prioritize one thing and sacrifice the others. To keep a balance chemistry of grades and worthwhile activities in college is a challenge. The award was a reassurance I did just well.”
After graduation Edel entered the CPU academe as a Part-time lecturer of the College of Arts and Sciences, she also became the Co-advisor of Central Echo from 2006-2007 and worked as a Publishing Assistant of the Centralian Link from 2005-2007. She then became an Assistant Professor of the West Visayas State University College of Communications. From 2008-2012, she was the Chair of the college’s Division of Journalism. “I was thrown into the journalism academe rather, which I embraced with both arms. I believe being in the academe; I was more helpful, especially to those who were aspiring journalists.”
When asked what is her most fulfilling achievement as a journalist, Edel shares that it is seeing her students excel in their own field. “Honestly, it is seeing kids I taught in my classes or in my lectures for the nongovernment organizations, or those who said they “imitate” me, learning how to write better than me. I love that. I take delight in that kind of fulfillment.”
Edel encourages aspiring journalists to work hard and pursue tasks with discipline. “The students who were under me may have heard these over and over again: First, it is important to know when to use your capital letters and how to use your punctuations. You can learn all the techniques and principles in writing, whether in journalism and creative writing, but these two things are quite tricky. Second, no matter what you’ve achieved, be sensitive, stay grounded. I’d rather see my students as better persons than good writers without a heart and third, time won’t wait for you. Set and meet deadlines.”
“Practice and keep on practicing. Even veterans keep on learning and re-learning. Once you’ve started, you just cannot stop and settle with being the writer that you think you are. It becomes a calling, some could not sleep without it.” Edel encourages Centralians to make the most of their stay in the university and pursue exemplary Christian education for life. “As Centralians, you must not forget what you’re taught in this University. It isn’t just about helping you excel academically in the field of expertise that you want to pursue, but it is about continuously molding you as Christians who value human dignity and practices humility and justice.”/ Keziah G. Huelar
With the aim of inspiring Centralian junior high school students to pursue a career in Engineering, the student organizations under the CPU College of Engineering conducted seminar lectures and workshops at the CPU SHS Building on March 28, 2017.
Student-lecturers from the CPU College of Engineering mentors CPU Senior High students during the workshop.
Members of the CPU Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers, Philippine Society of Software Engineers, Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Philippines, and Institute of Electronics and Communications Engineers of the Philippines lectured about the importance of engineering in developing and strengthening the community. They also taught basic software programming and mentored the students during the coding workshop.
CPU Senior High School students learned about the basics of software programming and its importance to globalization.
According to Engr. Gelvie Lagos, the goal of the activity is not only to promote the courses offered by the CPU College of Engineering but also to see potential talents who can represent the university in engineering and robotic summits. “We want to sell and promote the College of Engineering. Our workshops will help high school students develop an interest in taking up engineering in the future and we also want to see talents who could represent the university in robotics, technological fairs and other contests.”
Bernard Ceasar P. Susbilla, a 4th year Electronics and Communication Engineering student who was part of the organizing committee shared that the students were very participative during the lecture. “It’s very fulfilling to be part of this event. It’s a nice experience to be the one teaching the lessons you learned inside the classroom.”
On the other hand, Carl Daeben G. Dumala-og, a STEM 3 Senior High student said that he enjoyed the lecture workshop. “I discovered new things and ideas about electronics. I enjoyed the workshop part. In the future, taking up engineering is part of my plan.”
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