CHMSC Excels in International Study Confab

 By Romel Christy Magturo

Eleven research administrators of Carlos Hilado Memorial State College bested about three hundred presenters all over the world during the recently concluded World Research Festival at Marco Polo Plaza Hotel, Lahug, Cebu City, Philippines, August 22-25.

CHMSC researchers from Talisay and Binalbagan campus garnered awards and recognition from International Association of Multidisciplinary Research (IAMURE). They were as follows: World Research Productivity Award –Dr. Renato B. Salmingo, VP for Research and Extension; Diamond Award-Arlene M. Ebalde-CHMSC-Talisay, Mary Joy Tabayan and Imee Perante-Binalbagan; Platinum Award-Andrew Ordonio, Mario Abeto, Archel Bedaure, Rosebella Malo-Binalbagan and Lovelyn Layson-CHMSC-Talisay; Gold Award-Noel Lebrilla and Daisy Carian, Binalbagan.

Dr. Salmingo, on his awarded output entitled “Research Capability Building Program of CHMSC”, brought CHMSC Community towards a continuous development.

The said research festival aims to give prominence to the significant role of research discovery in transforming our civilization towards a better world and to recognize researches and research leaders in the scientific community.

Moreove, Dr. Jenaro Japos, President of IAMURE from (Liceo de Cagayan University) spearheaded the event with the theme “Research that Changes the World” convened by the State Universities and Colleges (SUCs), Private and Public State Colleges, different countries such as Canada, Germany, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, United Arab Emirates, Iran, India, and Pakistan.

Dr. Djuwari of Perbanas Surbaya, Indonesia was the Chairman of the Board and Judges during the event. Together with Dr. Salmingo were Melchor Magram-John B. Labson Colleges Foundation, Arevalo Campus, Rolando Alimen-John B. Lacson Maritime University Foundation, Molo, Philippines, Oliva P. Canencia-Mindanao University of Science and Technology, Cagayan de Oro, Philippines were among the presenters who likewise garnered awards.

“I’m happy because the fruits of our labor in pursuing the research capability in building programs was well materialized and thus, achieved.” Dr. Salmingo, disclosed an interview.

CHEERDANCE TILT HEAT UP INTRAMS ANEW

By Joefell Francis Balagosa

 

Dance steps proved anew as the audience’s favorite during the intramurals 2012 as students, teachers, staff members, and guest trooped to the sides of the football field for the event’s cheerdance competition, September 11.

The unit 1 Blue Knights claimed the championship title in a comeback performance after losing the top prize a year ago to Unit III.

The turning human pyramid of the Unit V Blazing Tigers served as the competition’s opening act.

The Unit 1 Blue Knights then flaunted their moves, highlighted by tosses and lifts.

Last year’s championship holder Unit III Flaming warriors then took the center stage with their feet stomps and counterpart lifts and tosses in answer to the Knight’s routines.

With an equal aiming to grab the year’s top title, Unit IV Green Dragons proceeded to showcase their version of a human-pyramid

BSIS celebrates IS Fun Day

By Jorgielyn Serfino

Students from Bachelor of Science in Information System gathered together during their IS Fun Day at Guerrero Farm and Nature Park, Brgy. Cabatangan, Talisay City last Thursday, August 2, 2012.

With the theme “Discover the gift of nature, explore and learn”, the hosting juniors spiced up the atmosphere by grouping students from first year to fourth year into eight teams each representing the color of their shirts.

Each team united and vied to win the prizes during the start of the game and 10 sections showcased their talents during the presentation.

Meanwhile, the freshmen were given the chance to know and make friends with students from the higher years during their initiation and signature hunting inside the school a week before the said acquaintance party.

Announcement of winners marked the latter part of the event having yellow team as the winner of the amazing race, black team in the sack race and BSIS 2B got the first place for having the best presentation worth 96 out of 100 points; BSIS 2A and 3C followed, both garnering 87 points.

IS Fun Day 2012, which is celebrated annually, aimed to unite and develop camaraderie among BSIS students and instructors.

 Through the efforts and cooperation of the faculty and third year students who hosted the fun day, this year’s acquaintance party became a memorable and successful one.

“Knowing that everybody enjoyed the event, our efforts are well compensated”, the BSIS juniors quoted.

Enrollment Rate Increases by 7%

by Joefell Francis Balagosa with reports from Romela Christy Magturo

Academic Year 2012-2013 enrollment rate for the first semester increased by seven percent compared to last year, record released by the Office of the Registrar on June 28.

Lorna T. Cachero, Dev. Ed. D., Director of the Admissions and Registrar presented the report with Alijis Campus having the highest increase of 18%.

Record shows that Post-Graduate Education has 11 enrollees, Graduate Education with 394 enrollees, Civil Engineering with 285, Bachelor of Secondary Education with 826, BS in Industrial Technology with 2063, and Bachelor of Elementary Education with 1064.

Meanwhile, BS in Fisheries has 263 enrollees, BS in Accountancy with 225, BS in Business Administration with 1189, BS in Office Administration with 203, BS in Information System with 895, BS in Information Technology with 684, BS in Entrepreneurship with 140, BS of Technical Teacher Education with 66, BS in Hotel and Restaurant Management with 282, BS in Criminology with 749, Bachelor of Arts with 257, Teacher Cert Program with 55, and BS in Accounting Technology with 367.

Associate in Information System, Office Administration and Industrial Technology have a total of 590 enrollees. In the other hand, Laboratory school’s Basic Education (Elementary) has 223 enrollees and Basic Education (Secondary) with 167; Preschool has 71 enrollees.

Talisay Campus increased by five percent compared to last year’s total enrollees from 4651 to 4897. Alijis Campus increased by 18 percent, Fortune Town by three percent, and Binalbagan by six percent.

From 10, 362 enrollees last academic year, it increased to 11, 069 as of this year enrollment of the four campuses.

CHMSC holds Turnover Ceremony for College Presidency

By Roberto Sumilang and Vanessa Abigail Ledesma

Carlos Hilado Memorial State College welcomes Dr. Renato M. Sorolla as the newly elected College President during the Turnover Ceremony, at CHMSC – Talisay Multi-purpose Hall, July 9, 2012. Dr. Sorolla was the former Dean of the College Industrial Technology of Western Visayas College of Science and Technology (WVCST).

Dr. Benny A. Palma, the outgoing CHMSC President warmly relinquised the office after his 4 years of service. The program highlights the turning over of the College Maze, Banner, and Medal as well as the budget, projects, 371 faculty members, 169 staff and 11,069 students.

“Thanks for all the learning I’ve got after four years of my stay here at CHMSC. I will cherish it all my life, together with my family,” Dr. Palma shared in his speech.

Dr. Sorolla stated all his primary visions, plans, and programs for the College.

“Today, I am honored to be given this opportunity for stewardship of a good college. Dr. Palma has done a lot of effort. I know that my ability and inspiration in teaching, education and leadership management keep me fitted for this one of a kind duty.” Dr. Sorolla said.

“I am fully aware that the goal is to make CHMSC a center of excellence, a center of development. But I would like to remind you that I did not come here as a one man army. With your full cooperation and active participation, together, we can make CHMSC fit for its statutory functions," Dr. Sorolla added.

 

CHMSC Elects New Set Of SSG Officers

TORRICO TAKE OATH OF OFFICE

JULY 13, 2012 became a talk of the day as CHMSC finally proclaimed its new set of Supreme Student Government (SSG) officers through the manner of voting held at the assigned precinct rooms.

Arnel Torrico, BSED III-A, of PARAGON Party won the presidency garnering 1, 642 total votes.

Meanwhile, Torrico’s running mate Catherine Jarder, BEED III-C, was declared as the vice-president.

Eleven other senators were named and Rubi Aguilar topped the rank. Other senators were Ian Bancayan, Christian Castillano, Jacklyn Montes, Adyent Prayco, Love Joy Jacildo, Jaypee Batisla-ong, Debie Tiolo, Mry Grace Galfo, Michael John Sepil, Aldrin Mahilum, and Carlo Entor.

SSG Election is noted as one of the most awaited events in CHMSC that answers the search for the student representatives and leaders that will embody good governance.

Torrico’s problem is to create more projects to pave the way in CHMSC’s development. Dr. Renato Sorolla, CHMSC President, conducted the oath of Office of the new set of SSG Officers at the College AVR on July 19.

CHMSC Student body hopes that the new administration under Torrico will promote integrity in leadership.*By Joefell Francis Balagosa with reports from Gyler Ann Granja

A glimpse of the Technopacer magazine 2012

Photography Contest Winners

1st Place

2nd Place

3rd Place

Consolation Prize Winner

Consolation Prize Winner