AUTRDC, new offices open at CS Annex One of Adamson University’s most famous contributions has finally returned to campus after years of being housed in another institution. The Adamson University Technology Research and Development Center (AUTRDC) is finally back inside campus premises after inaugurating its new office and laboratories at the Cardinal Santos (CS) Annex Building last July 16, 2015. Continue to page 6
BA profs and admins receive CMIP, PAPBE accreditations Professors and administrators from the College of Business Administration (CBA) continue their quest to improve their credentials after receiving different accreditations and recognitions recently. Continue to page 3
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The College of Engineering successfully completed its bid to have four of its programs accredited and certified by the Philippine Technological Council (PTC). The PTC accreditation team came to Adamson on August 18, 2015 to formally hand over the certificates of accreditation to the Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electronics Engineering and Industrial Engineering programs of the college. The ceremony was witnessed by the university’s top administrators, deans, chairpersons, and directors at the Institutional Gallery. Two-year accreditations valid until the end of academic year 2016-2017 were granted to each of the four programs. The four programs achieved their accreditation by surpassing the criteria and requirements set by PTC as well as meeting the terms and conditions of the International Engineering Alliance’s Washington Accord of 1989. The Washington Accord gives equal recognition to engineering programs and degrees awarded by signatory countries. The Philippines became a provisional signatory in 2014 with PTC as its official representative. The requirements include the school’s implementation of the Outcomes Based Education (OBE) method and passing the nine criteria of the Certification and Accreditation System on Engineering Education (CASEE), which measures the quality of education delivered by the program. According to Engr. Antonio Doroliat, chairperson of the Mechanical Engineering Department, the PTC is mandated by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) through CMO No. 37 S. 2012 to accredit engineering programs that have implemented the OBE.
Engineering programs get accreditation from PTC by Mark Joseph F. Ramos
The university’s administrators together with the chairpersons and coordinators of the College of Engineering are all smiles as they receive their PTC accreditation on August 18.
Engr. Doroliat says the accreditation of the four Engineering programs proves that students and parents are assured of quality education as certified by prestigious professional organizations like the PTC. He adds that this feat will mean that AdU’s graduates will be recognized as professional and qualified engineers in other countries owing to its acceptance into the Washington Accord, if the Philippines becomes a permanent signatory. The college is also waiting for the accreditation results from the PTC for the
Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Electrical Engineering programs. The announcement of the results is expected on the second week of October. The PTC is a professional organization established in 1978 and currently has 13 umbrella organizations. Its main mission is to foster inter-disciplinary collaboration among professional engineers and member organizations to further improve engineering education in the Philippines as well as for the self-improvement of the Filipino engineer.
Thinking Out Loud by Fr. Gregorio L. Bañaga, Jr., C.M.
Teacher’s Day Musings: Reaching out to the least, the last, the lost
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ome years ago I met with an alumnus in Chicago and we got to talk about the scholarship program of the University. I informed him that those who give us scholarships can decide on the criteria or qualifications of his scholar. The donor could propose a specific course, grade, retention policy, income of parents, etc. He remarked that we had a lot of requirements. In his opinion, it was enough that the scholar would pass his subjects and is diligent. He doesn’t have to be “deserving” or possess average or above average intellectual capability. In fact he remarked that it is precisely those who are slow and perhaps intellectually deficient that need more help because they might be potential troublemakers in our society. Consider this other observation. Which schools get more government funds and donations from philanthropists? Aren’t they the schools that are “wealthier,” have more accredited programs such as Center of Excellence and Center of Development as evidence of quality, and cater to the students from higher economic sectors of our society? What about the poor, struggling schools especially in the provinces? Why don’t they be given priority too so they can uplift their standards and increase performance? The remarks and my personal observation have kept me thinking about our mission as educators. Why should we only give those who are “deserving” and academically good? Why should the government agencies and wealthy donors focus only on good schools? Well, you might reply that giving it to the deserving is more cost effective. It will make them excel even more. This is what I call “scarcity mentality.” Scarcity thinking says the world’s resources are limited. These resources should be given only to those who can make use of them and multiply them so that the effect will impact those who have less or none at all. It is related to the “trickle down” theory. Those who have resources should be given more and should get richer so that the excess can trickle down to the poor in the
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form of assistance to development or growth. Eventually, the aim is to eventually level the playing field. Unfortunately, this economic theory has not been proven to be true, as Pope Francis wrote in his encyclical The Joy of the Gospel (54). Let’s go back to the question. Who is concerned about students who are in the borderline, who don’t excel but just pass? Or even succeed after a real struggle? Who will assist poorer schools so that they will also have enough resources to aspire for excellence? But for purposes of my homily today, let us just focus on the concern of underachieving students. We have some of these underachieving students in Adamson. How many I am not sure. Our usual practice is to refer them to our guidance counselors. How many really go and avail of this counseling service? These students usually come from the ranks of the poor. Poverty, dysfunctional family background, traumatic experiences and various difficulties in life have stunted and hindered their full development. And guess what? Some, if not many, are in your classes. Think for a moment about your students in different sections and classes. I am sure you will remember some who belong to this category.
Naturally, we want to teach and give attention to knowledge thirsty, bright, cooperative and diligent students. It takes less effort to teach them. Teaching them is so much a pleasant and rewarding experience. But let me invite you to look at other students who are underachieving, slow, unmotivated, disruptive, and lazy.They are the ones that need education most and if we succeed in transforming them, we will have made a difference in their lives. Teachers who succeed in touching the minds and hearts of these students are authentic heroes and heroines. The mission of a Vincentian teacher is to open the doors of knowledge and touch the hearts of these poor and socially disadvantaged students. If St. Vincent were here today, I am sure he would give preferential treatment and utmost concern to these students. I admire wealthy schools that take pride when their students excel or have a lot of achievements. However, I think their achievements should be expected. Given their family background, nutrition, excellent basic education foundation, good teachers, and state-of-the art facilities, they are supposed to excel. In fact, if they don’t, there is something missing. It takes little effort to be excellent in those circumstances. But those who come from the disadvantaged sectors of society have to overcome a lot of odds just to get to school and even finish. With almost everything against them except diligence and determination, it is truly amazing and extraordinary to see them succeed. Over and over again, our alumni speakers share this realization during graduation. Coming from the ranks of the poor they had to master a lot of determination, diligence, and faith in God to overcome various obstacles just to attain their dreams. Kayod at tiyaga, ika nga! Pananampalataya sa Diyos, pag-asa at dasal!
Remain in peace until Divine Providence makes known what He wants of you. ~ St. Vincent
But often determination, diligence and faith are not enough. A key factor to their success is also the teacher. The attention, diligence, patience, creativity, support, affirmation, guidance, and love of the teacher made a huge difference. And they remember with gratitude those teachers who believed in their potential and nurtured it. Today, as we celebrate this annual day of teachers, I want to acknowledge and thank you our teachers for your commitment, loyalty, creativity, sacrifice, and patience in guiding our students. I appreciate especially those among you who not only talk but also witness human and Christian values inside and outside of the classroom. St. Paul in his first letter to Timothy advises this young teacher of the faith “to be a model to the believers in the way you speak and act, in your love, your faith, and purity of life.” (1 Tim. 4:12) Most of all, I appreciate and admire you who go the extra mile in teaching—those who really find time and patience to guide those who are slow, lack attention and motivation, misbehave and disrupt classes, do not do assignments, underachieve and barely pass.Your dedication, sacrifice, diligence, and perseverance is never wasted nor forgotten. They say that we can never imagine how far-reaching the influence of a teacher is. The impact of a patient and diligent teacher to these poor students is even greater and unimaginable. In the Gospel we heard Jesus tell his disciples not to go to pagan territory and to the Samaritans in order to spread the Good News but instead to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. These twelve Jesus sent out after instructing them: “Do not go in the way of the Gentiles, and do not enter any city of the Samaritans; but rather go to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.” (Matt. 10:1) Jesus cautioned his disciples not to waste time among those who were not yet part of the fold. Instead they should pursue those who were already among the fold but have gone astray. If I translate that in our context, I would say, we should focus our attention more on those who are underachieving and failing rather than those who are diligent and bright among our students. This is the meaning of preferential option for the poor in our university. Teaching is a noble calling and mission. It becomes even nobler when it is inspired by the example of Jesus and St. Vincent de Paul who were concerned about the least, the last, and the lost. Originally delivered as homily during the Mass celebrating Teachers and Employees Day, September 2014.
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AUTRDC, new offices open at CS Annex...
Also opening their doors on that day were the newly established Center for Research and Development (CRD) and the new premises of the Innovation Technology Support Office (ITSO). Originally located at the ground floor of the SV Building, the AUTRDC had to move out of the university due to renovations. For a couple of years the AUTRDC conducted its operations at the Concordia College in Sta. Ana, Manila, before being given a new space in the renovated CS Annex. Their former office and lab now houses the University Museum and Archives. The AUTRDC has been serving the university and the general public for more than 30 years now, establishing itself as a top-notch science and research center. Its clientele includes industries, businesses, and government agencies in need of reliable and verifiable testing and research services. The CRD, on the other hand, was established this year to lead the university’s research endeavors. The center aims to provide support to faculty, students, and employees doing research projects from reviewing their proposals to sourcing funds for the project’s completion. The opening of the new offices began with a short program and blessing of the
premises. Dr. Catherine Castañeda, Vice President for Academic Affairs, delivered the welcome remarks and was followed by a message from University President Fr. Gregorio Bañaga Jr., CM. Also delivering messages during the program were Ms. Anna Ramos, ITSO’s Intellectual Property Officer, representing VP for Administration Engr. Venusmar Quevedo; Ms. Alicia Go Lee Tian, AUTRDC consultant; and Dr. Nuna Almanzor, CRD’s executive director. Presiding over the ribbon-cutting ceremonies were Fr. Bañaga, Dr. Castañeda, and Fr. Venerando Agner, CM, Provincial Visitor of the CM Philippines. Leading the rite of blessing was Fr. Rock Joseph Enriquez, CM, director of the Campus Ministry Office. Closing out the program was Atty. Agnes Rivera, director of the Legal Affairs Office, who delivered the closing remarks. With these three offices together in one place, it will now be easier for Adamson University to achieve its dream of becoming one of the country’s leading research and technology institutions. With ITSO providing intellectual property and patent support, the university’s profile can be further elevated. Yael Esperat
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First sem enrolment figures slip; international students up by more than 11%
College of Pharmacy signs MOA with Asian Hospital and Medical Center
Adamson University suffered a slight dip in overall enrolment this semester but saw an increase in international student population as reflected in the statistics released by the Registrar’s Office.
Adamson University’s College of Pharmacy marked another milestone in the advancement of the Pharmacy and Clinical Pharmacy programs as they formally signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the Asian Hospital and Medical Center in a simple ceremony on June 19, 2015. The MOA affirms a strong partnership between both institutions and this partnership would be an avenue for the exchange of technical expertise for both parties. This avenue will also open room for advancement in the Clinical Pharmacy Internship program of AdU’s BS Clinical Pharmacy students as well as the Hospital Pharmacy Internship program of the BS Pharmacy students.
The total student population for First Semester, School Year 2015-2016 was 16,304, a difference of 370 students from last year’s First Semester enrolment of 16,674. The difference translates into a 2.22% decrease. The College of Engineering remains the largest in terms of population with 5,058 total students, followed by the College of Business Administration with 4,579 students and the College of Science with 3,394 students. The College of Architecture registered 894 total
enrollees this semester while the College of Education and Liberal Arts had a total of 1,418 enrollees. The College of Pharmacy has a total of 494 enrollees while the College of Nursing has 82 students enrolled this semester. The Graduate School accounted for 214 students this semester while the College of Law has 176 students enrolled. Of the new academic programs offered by the university last year, the BS Chemical Process Technology under the College of Engineering program tallied the most number of enrollees with 202 total students, 148 of which are freshmen. Under the College of Business Administration, the BS Accounting Technology program now has
91 total students while the BS Real Estate Management program now has 78 freshmen students and three in the second year level. The BS Petroleum Engineering program, which began this school year, has one freshman currently enrolled. Meanwhile, the number of international students enrolled in AdU increased this year to 330, up by 34 more students from last year’s enrollment of 296 or an increase of 11.49%. A total of 34 countries are represented in the international student body this semester, also an increase from last year’s 25. Students from Papua New Guinea number the most with 68, followed by 53 students from China and 50 students from Nigeria.
Center for Guidance hosts school counselors from Papua New Guinea in familiarization visit Around 20 school counselors from the Western Highlands province in Papua New Guinea met with guidance counselors and administrators from Adamson University and other schools for a familiarization visit to the Philippines. The Papuan counselors, who are also teachers and school administrators belonging to the Western Highlands School Guidance Counselors Organization, are in the country to establish contacts and networks with Filipino guidance counselors. Apart from benchmarking and network building, another aim of the visit was to share the best practices cultivated by Filipino educational institutions through the years. Leading the Papuan delegation was Mr. Benjamin Mallari, a Filipino teacher who worked in Papua New Guinea for 35 years and was formerly the Assistant Director for Standards, Guidance and Counseling Division of the Papua New Guinea’s Department of Education. Mr. Mallari recommended the visit to the Philippines to his colleagues to give them another outlook into the practice. The counselors previously traveled to Australia on several occasions to attend conferences on guidance and counseling. The visit to AdU took place on July 1, 2015 and was hosted by the Center for Guidance, Counseling, Testing, and Placement Services. They were given a tour of the campus and visited the various Guidance offices of each college as well as the Basic Education Department. Guidance counselors from AdU briefed their Papuan counterparts about their programs and processes aimed at providing continuous service and transformation of 4 | The Adamson News
The MOA signing was attended by Dr. Shirard Adiviso, Director for Ancillary Services of the Asian Hospital; Ms. Liza Sta. Maria, Senior Manager of the Asian Hospital Pharmacy; Ms. Sharon Hernandez, Director for Human Resources of the hospital; and several clinical
Dean Perlita Crucis of the College of Pharmacy and Dr. Shirard Adiviso (center) of the Asian Hospital seal their partnership during the MOA signing ceremony at the Asian Hospital on June 19. Joining them are (from left) Ms. Ariane Marie Bayro, Prof. Jose Gerardo Aquino, Ms. Sharon Hernandez, and Ms. Liza Sta. Maria.
pharmacists and pharmacy supervisors of the hospital. Representing Adamson University were College of Pharmacy dean Perlita Crucis
and Clinical Pharmacy faculty members Ms. Ariane Marie Bayro and Prof. Jose Gerardo Aquino. JGA
Organizational excellence highlighted in 5S awards place this year in the medium department/ office category with a 4.94 score. The Office for Institutional Advancement came in second place with their score of 4.85. Similar to the OUR, the Biology Laboratory-Dispensing section also moved up into medium category and won third place with their score of 4.69.
(Right photo) The Papuan counselors pose for a souvenir photo in front of the Jubilee Statue after visiting the AdU Museum with Museum and Archives director Mr. Raul Agner (leftmost, in left photo) giving them a guided tour.
the students. They were also given a guided tour of the University Museum, which the counselors appreciated as they were introduced to the University’s colorful history and development.The tour ended with a short program at the OZ Audio-Visual Room, where Guidance director Mr. Richmond Yap briefed the visitors about AdU’s guidance and counseling programs for specific groups, their methods, and achievements. The Papuan counselors also interacted with their Adamsonian counterparts during lunch. The Guidance Office gave a condensed version of their Guidance Manual to the Papuan counselors at the end of the program. Also meeting with the counselors were University President Fr. Gregorio Bañaga Jr., CM and University Treasurer Bro. Henry Escurel, CM, who was formerly the director of the Office for International Relations, now known as Office for University Relations. It
was during Bro. Escurel’s term that Adamson University began accepting students from Papua New Guinea. The leaders of the Western Highlands School Guidance Counselors Organization spoke highly of the visit and expressed their gratitude for the hospitality and assistance given to them. “An excellent communication network has been established,” Mr. Mallari says. Both the Adamson and Western Highlands counselors look eager to continue the partnership. Apart from AdU, the Papuans were also scheduled to visit neighboring schools Technological University of the Philippines and Philippine Normal University, Bulacan State University, Baliwag University, and several elementary and high schools in Metro Manila and Bulacan.
Winners of the Medium Office/Department category pose with their certificates. Joining them in the photo are VP for Administration Engr. Quevedo (left), University President Fr. Bañaga (center), and HRMDO director Mrs. Rapsing (right).
Offices showing their consistent commitment to the 5S organizational system were recognized by the Human Resource Management and Development Office (HRMDO) in simple ceremonies held on July 3, 2015 at the OZ Audio-Visual Room. A total of 10 units categorized into small, medium, and large departments or offices were cited for their excellent ratings during the December 2014 and April 2015 inspections. In the small department/office category, the Office for Vincentian Identity and Mission
(OVIM) was again recognized as most outstanding in 5S compliance after receiving a rating score of 4.95 in the inspections. The College of Architecture Guidance Office shared first place honors with OVIM in their category. Second place went to the Legal Affairs Office, which earned a 4.89 score while the Basic Education Department Guidance Office came in third with 4.75. The Office for University Relations (OUR) improved their third place finish in the small department/office category last year to first
The Cultural Affairs Office, which includes the AdU Theater and Art Gallery in their supervision, still holds the standard for the large departments and offices after ranking in first once more with a score of 4.89. ST Clinic also holds the standard as it placed second with a score of 4.86. The College of Pharmacy Dean’s Office and Faculty Room led the large academic offices in 5S compliance, coming in at third place by scoring 4.83. Winners were given certificates of recognition and gift cheques by Engr.Venusmar Quevedo, Vice President for Administration, and Mrs. Grace Rapsing, HRMDO director. University President Fr. Gregorio Bañaga, Jr., CM was also present during the ceremony. In her remarks Mrs. Rapsing emphasized the benefits of adhering to the 5S system and integrating 5S practices into daily work. Fr. Bañaga related the 5S practice to Pope Francis’ environmental encyclical Laudato Si, thereby making 5S practice in Adamson University not just an exercise in organizational order but an apostolate for the environment as well. Vol 15 No.3 August-September 2015 | 5
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AdU Library hosts PGLL anniversary celebration
Pharmacy researches to be published in int’l journal
Adamson University’s Center for Library Services recently hosted the 35th anniversary celebration of the Philippine Group of Law Librarians (PGLL) with festivities held at the OZ Audio-Visual Room last August 20, 2015.
Two research studies created recently by the College of Pharmacy will be published in a prestigious international journal.
PGLL is the professional organization of librarians working in Philippine higher education institutions, law firms and/or practitioners, government agencies including the Supreme Court, and other public and private institutions with law libraries nationwide. Established in 1980, the group unites law librarians for linkage and support and conducts various projects focusing on professional development, outreach, and other relevant interests. The program began with a prayer led by Ms. Helen De Castro, Library Services director, and opening remarks by Ms Milagros SantosOng, PGLL vice president. Welcoming the PGLL to AdU was Dr. Catherine Castañeda, Vice President for Academic Affairs, who praised the law librarians for giving the power of knowledge to lawyers, students, legislators, and researchers, among others. “You can make or unmake the destiny of people,” Dr. Castañeda says. She further encouraged PGLL to create committees to help develop other schools and libraries that are lagging behind.
of the Philippines and was the librarian of the UP Law Library before joining the UP College of Law faculty. She also holds master’s degrees in library science and law from two US universities. Prof. Feliciano shared her journey as a law librarian and how she developed her principles in the profession, encouraging today’s librarians to maintain honesty, integrity, humility, and optimism.
Giving inspiration and insight to the audience was Prof. Myrna S. Feliciano, first president of PGLL. Prof. Feliciano finished her Library Science and Law degrees at the University
Awards and recognitions were then given out to outstanding PGLL members and partner organizations. Among those honored were PGLL’s founding members and former
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PGLL vice president Mrs. Milagros Santos-Ong (left) opens the program with her welcome remarks while Prof. Myrna Feliciano, PGLL’s first president, gives her inspirational message.
presidents. Handing out the plaques of recognition were Ms Santos-Ong and Ms Nora Rey, librarian of the Villaraza and Angangco Law Offices and current PGLL president. Lunch and fun activities closed out the day’s events. Adamson University, in particular its librarians from the College of Law Library, has been a member of PGLL since its founding. College of Law librarian Vivian Lirio is the current PGLL secretary while Ms De Castro is one of PGLL’s ex officio/advisers.
Capital Markets Institute of the Philippines (CMIP) recently accredited five professors from the Finance and Economics Department after they passed the Accreditation Program Examinations for the Capital Markets Investment Teaching Accreditation Program (CMITAP) held at the Achiever’s Core Training Center in Dasmariñas, Cavite last May 24-29, 2015. CMIP is a private non-profit organization committed to raising savings rates and building an investment culture among Filipinos through education.
Abergos. She adds that this will also help them to better know the needs of financial industry so they can adopt them into the classroom setting.
The professors who received accreditation were Ms. Marycris Albao, Mr. Arman Cruz, Ms. Jammie Ann Felipe, Mr. Junmell E. Guia, and Ms. Andrea Aurora Villaflor. These professors currently handle Financial Management and Business Economics courses.
Ms. Abergos and Mr. Menrado Cajayon, chairperson of the Marketing and Management Department, were given the title Associate Fellow in Business Education while CBA dean Dr. Carl Mark Miniano was recognized as a Diplomate in Business Education during the PCDEB’s 14th Annual Convention and 8th Business Education Industry Summit last February 20, 2015 at Hotel Jen in Manila. Mark Joseph F. Ramos
“It levels up the expertise of the teachers and these programs have direct links to industry,” says Finance and Economics Department chairperson Ms. Ma.Victoria
Aside from the CMITAP accreditations, Ms. Abergos and two other administrators of the college also received recognition and accreditation from the Philippine Academy of Professionals in Business Education (PAPBE) given in coordination with the Philippine Council of Deans and Educators in Business (PCDEB).
Prof. Henedina Maini. Saccharum spontaneum, the scientific name of wild sugarcane or talahib, has been known to have medicinal properties and has been used as a natural treatment for ailments such as urinary tract infection and stomach pain. This research discovers that the preformulated 2% root extract has more anti-inflammatory activity rather than antibacterial.
The study Anti-inflammatory Property of the Formulated Topical Gel from the Crude Leaf Extracts of Sampaguita (Jasminum sambac L Family: Oleaceae) has been selected to be published in the upcoming edition of the International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Applications (IJCEA). The study focuses on the healing properties of sampaguita, considered the national flower of the Philippines, specifically its potential as an anti-inflammatory treatment. One of the study’s aims was to look for a more effective drug with fewer side effects. Authors of the study were BS Pharmacy students Yvonne Mae Belango, Arlene Cruz, Rhoda Miguel, Chad Rilyn Rotairo, and faculty member Prof. Riel Anthony Oli. Another study selected for publication was Preformulation and Evaluation of Antibacterial and Anti-inflammatory Activities of Saccharum spontaneum Linne Root Extract Cream authored by BS Pharmacy alumni April Mergelle
The IJCEA is an international academic open access journal distributed in Singapore, Asia, and is open to readers worldwide. The bimonthly publication aims to promote the integration of chemical engineering, chemistry, and other applications. Audiences of the journal include managers, researchers, scientists, engineers, application designers, and application developers. The two researches will be included in Volume 7 No. 3 (June 2016).
Lapuz, Reuven Marc Arabiran, Theriza Marie Sembrano, Jason Albaniel, and Jobelle Rhenalyn Paet together with faculty member
Apart from the IJCEA journal, the researches will also be included in Engineering and Tech Digital Library and will be indexed by EBSCO, Worldcat, Google Scholar, Crossref, and ProQuest. Yael Esperat
SocSci professor joins COMIUCAP 2015 in Melbourne A Philosophy professor from Adamson University recently joined a landmark event bringing together Philosophy professors from all over the globe in Australia. Mr. Vintchiel Rodriguez, a faculty member of the Social Science Department, joined the Annual Conferencé Mondiale des Institutions Universitaires Catholiques de Philosophie (COMIUCAP) held on July 20-22, 2015 at the Australian Catholic University in Melbourne. The theme of the conference was Civil Society and Human Formation: Philosophy’s Role in a Renewed Understanding of the Meaning of Education. The central question of the conference was the role of philosophy in fostering a renewed understanding of education in the formation of persons and of civil society. The papers presented by the conference’s keynote speakers focused on different perspectives of education. Mr. Rodriguez presented his research paper Mother Tongue-Based Instruction: Ludwig Wittgenstein’s Contextualization of Language at the conference. In his paper, Mr. Rodriguez
argues that the best way of teaching young learners is through the use of the mother tongue as the medium of instructon. The study is a timely research because of its current criticisms of the adoption of the new K to 12 educational system, paying attention to its strengths in terms of acknowledging the importance of using one’s native language in facilitating the overall learning of students and how the philosophy of Ludwig Wittgenstein supports this view. At the end of the conference COMIUCAP president Rev. Dr. Michael Van Heerden posed two challenges upon the participants. The first was to think about what the next twenty-five years will bring to universities and higher education institutions.The second was to think of what they, as philosophers and educators, can do to shape the education of the next generation of teachers and scholars. Catholic higher education institutions, both public and private, have an important role to play as they are committed to the search for truth, a task that is both big and urgent.
Prof. Rodriguez presents his paper during the conference
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President’s Cup: University President Fr. Bañaga makes the ceremonial tee-off during the 5th President’s Cup held on July 2, 2015 at the Ayala Greenfield Estates in Laguna.
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The littlest Falcons get an upstart on the importance of nutrition with the celebration of Nutrition Month last July 24 at the BED Grounds.
All things Filipino, including lechon, are celebrated alongside our language during the opening celebration of Buwan ng Wika on August 2 at the ST Quad.
Participants of the First Vincentian Family Congress on the Year of Vincentian Collaboration held last August 29 at the Ozanam AV-Room in a group discussion anchored the theme Together, We Make A Difference.
Members of the university’s Board of Trustees along with several Vincentian fathers and brothers pose for a souvenir photo after their board meeting last September 11. A transition will soon be in place as Fr. Bañaga steps down in December.
Adamson’s queens of the hardcourt gather for a homecoming on August 15 at the SV Gym. The Lady Falcons have won six UAAP titles and many of them have become members of the national team.
The AdU Pep Squad gets the community geared up for another UAAP season with their high-powered performance at the Pep Rally held on August 20 at the ST Quad.
Officials from AdU and Southville International School (SISFU) make a toast to their new partnership after the signing of the MOU last September 23.
Fr. Marcelo Manimtim, incoming AdU President, and Fr. Bañaga unveil the banner declaring the university’s solidarity and support to the refugees trying escape war and violence in Southeast Asia and the Middle East during St. Vincent’s feast day Mass on September 24.
Fr. Bañaga speaks to the accreditors, university administrators, faculty, and staff during PACUCOA’s accreditation visit for the ChE, ECE, and Civil Engineering programs on August 27.
Representatives from Vincentian higher education institutions gather at AdU to forge greater understanding and cooperation among them through a training session held on August 20 and organized by the Office for Vincentian Identity and Mission.
San Vicente: Isang Sarsuwela makes its way back to the AdU Theater on September 22 and 23 in time for St. Vincent’s feast. The play, produced by Philippine Stagers Foundation, is now on its eighth year.
Fr. Manimtim and Fr. Bañaga pose with the winners of the Vincentian Onthe-Spot Painting Contest held in honor of St.Vincent’s feast last September 5.
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ECE paper published in IJSET A research paper on developing a potential life-saving oximeter created by faculty members and students from Adamson University’s Electronics Engineering (ECE) Department has been published in a respected international journal. The research study Chest Worn Pulse Oximeter Integrating NI USRP with GPS Disciplined Clock Transceiver created by ECE Department chairperson Atty. Alfredo Ganggangan, ECE faculty member Angelo Beltran Jr., and BS Electronics Engineering students Evelyn Barreto, Princess Hernandez, Paul Erick De Villa, and Mark Tristan Angelo Cabatac was published in the International Journal of Scientific Engineering and Technology (IJSET) in January this year. IJSET is an international, peer-reviewed journal that
features research studies and activities in science, engineering, and technology. IJSET maintains a focus on new research showing industrial applications in the various fields of engineering. The Adamsonian research combines electronics engineering and healthcare by integrating a pulse oximeter, a device that measures oxygen concentration in the blood through a pulse in the body, with a universal software radio peripheral (USRP) that receives information through radio frequency and enabled by global positioning systems (GPS). The measurements taken by this enhanced pulse oximeter are transmitted to a web-based server and kept for future use. The GPS tracks the patient’s location in case of a medical emergency. This device can help
patients suffering from lung diseases such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and asthma. Engr. Beltran, one of the faculty researchers, says the recognition by IJSET is proof that Adamson University can compete with global researchers. “I believe that [this will] inspire, promote, and motivate our faculty and current/future students to do research on a world-class level,” he adds, and hopes that the publication will enlighten the AdU administration to continually support and invest with the university’s researchers.
The week-long event opened with Blue Assemblage: The Ceremonial Kickoff held at the ST Quadrangle on June 29.The new students were given a preview of what will happen in the following days, with Vice President for Student Affairs Fr. Andrew Bayal, CM and OSA Director Atty. Jan Nelin Navallasca encouraging them to participate in the activities prepared for them by the AUSG. Entertainment for the day was provided by the Adamson Pep Squad, Adamson CAST, Adamson University Drummers and Yellers Online (AUDYO), AdU Acoustic Band, and AdU Brass Band. Booths from sponsors and concessionaires added to the fanfare in the quadrangle. “Ang saya kasi warm ang pagtanggap sa amin,” said Hannah Rivamonte, a freshman BS Architecture student. Her classmate Elaine Florece is excited for the yearly Tatak Adamson as well. “Nakaka-excite sa Friday,” Florece adds. To cap the day’s events, University President Fr. Gregorio Bañaga Jr., CM led a Mass for the new Adamsonians in the afternoon at the San Vicente de Paul Parish Church. Co-academic and socio-civic student organizations took the spotlight from June 10 | The Adamson News
30 to July 2 to recruit new members through the program Student Organizations Activation and Recruitment (SOAR) still at the ST Quadrangle. At SOAR, students had the opportunity to choose from the different Recognized Student Organizations (RSO) to associate with according to their interests. “Maliban sa makalikom ng members, importante din ito para magkaroon ng co-curricular activities ang mga estudyante para hindi lang sila makulong sa classroom,” said AdU Red Cross Youth Council Vice President-Internal Gio Abad of the recruitment drive.
Students receive their mark of identity as Adamsonians during the traditional ‘tatakan.’
Having an RSO to associate with also helps students get further exposure in their areas of interests, says Silip@Lente Outreach Director Joshtine Cabahit. Finally, Tatak Adamson was held on on July 3 for the seventh straight year with this year’s celebration dubbed as Emergence of the Blue and White Archetypes. Tatak Adamson featured the traditional Tatakan and Pledge of Commitment at the SV Façade, which is done to signify their connection with the University. Ending the weeklong festivities at ST Quad was a concert sponsored by clothing line Pony and featuring performances by local bands Hale and Save Me Hollywood among others.
The Cultural Affairs Office’s lineup for the first semester of the school year spoke of the vibrant art produced by homegrown talents in varied styles and media, from the canvas to the stage. Lakbayang Makulay sa Adamson
Jeturian.The movie sees revered showbiz icon Vilma Santos on the other side of the fence as a professional movie and TV extra. The film won Special Jury Prize and Audience Choice awards along with the Best Actress prize for Ms Santos at the 9th Cinemalaya festival as well as the bronze for Best Feature Film in the 2015 New York Festivals. Filipino fiction comes to the screen in Tres, shown at AdU on August 17. Produced by the Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP), Tres
This year’s Tatak Adamson was also wellreceived by the new students. “Masaya, nalagpasan ang expectations ko. I feel officially welcome as an Adamsonian,’’ said Aya Roncales, a 1st year AB in Communication student. The AUSG is likewise happy about the positive feedback it got from the students. “Siyempre natutuwa kami at ang organizers kasi maganda ang feedback,” AUSG president Mark Valencia says. The success of #FTW2015 as their opening salvo will serve as motivation to further serve students through their other programs. Mark Joseph F. Ramos
The film fest is organized by CAO in partnership with the FAP, Heaven’s Best Entertainment, and ABS-CBN Film Productions. #Pope-pular: Paano Kung Pinoy si Kiko? Pope Francis’s visit to the Philippines at the start of the year was a big hit. So it was only natural that Filipinos would wonder how Francis—or Papa Francisco as he has been called here—would have done things if he was Filipino. It was this thought that become the seed for the staging of #Pope-pular: Paano Kung Pinoy si Kiko?, a new musical produced by the Philippine Stagers Foundation (PSF) and co-written by Atty. Vince Tañada and
The research as published in IJSET can be viewed and downloaded from the IJSET website.
AUSG welcomes new students with #FTW2015 The Adamson University Student Government (AUSG) in coordination with the Office for Student Affairs (OSA) formally welcomed the freshmen and transferees with the annual Freshmen and Transferees Week, themed as #FTW2015: Enable, Engage and Emerge on June 29 to July 3, 2015.
Arts and Culture Round-Up: First sem features color, variety of Filipino art
Members of Lakbay Kulay Artists’ Group pose with multi-awarded abstractionist Raul Isidro (in red and black polo shirt) during the opening of their exhibitLakbayang Makulay sa Adamson.
The Lakbay Kulay Artists’ Group, composed of 16 accomplished artists and founded by Jose “Boy” Capital, chose the Adamson University Art Gallery to showcase their impressive collective work. Lakbayang Makulay sa Adamson opened on July 28 to an audience captivated by the depth and diversity of the form and subject. The exhibit opening was attended by AdU officials, faculty, and students, with guests Ms Tess Calixto-Robles and Ms Evelyn Fajardo from the Pasay City Tourism Council, director Alen dela Cruz and artist Raul Isidro, and DGE Ernest Yuyen and Ms Teya Tam of Rotary Club District 3810 doing the ribbon-cutting honors. Lakbayang Makulay keeps in line with Lakbay Kulay’s mission of bringing art closer to the Filipino youth, and to encourage them to explore their own artistic talents. CinemAdU: The Filipino Film Festival Contemporary and classic Filipino films were at the forefront of the CinemAdU film festival held at the AdU Theater on August 13, 14, 20, and September 3. Opening the festival was The Trial, which premiered in 2014 and directed by Chito Roño.The film tells of a mentally handicapped man (John Lloyd Cruz) accused of raping his teacher and his struggle to mount a defense, aided by a psychiatrist and a lawyer who find a connection between the accused and their deceased son. August 14 premiered Ekstra, the awardwinning independent film by Jeffrey
CinemAdu featured a selection of indie films at the AdU Theater.
is the film adaptation of three short stories by Filipino master writers: Faith, Love, Time, and Dr. Lazaro by Gregorio Brillantes; Tata Selo by Rogelio Sikat; and Sandaang Damit by Fanny Garcia. The short films were directed by Jose M. Carreon, William Mayo, and Edgardo “Boy”Vinarao, respectively. Hindi Nahahati ang Langit is the opus of legendary director Mike de Leon and was screened at CinemAdU on August 20. The film is an adaptation of the komiks series published in the 1980s and features the story of step-siblings Noel (Christopher de Leon) and Melody (Lorna Tolentino), who grew up in animosity with each other, and the travails they have in their complicated family life. Originally released in 1985, the film was digitally restored and given high-definition treatment by ABS-CBN Film Archives and Central Digital Labs. Closing out the festival on September 3 was Burgos, directed by Joel Lamangan ang also starring Lorna Tolentino. The film centers on the kidnapping of Jonas Burgos, an activist believed to have been abducted by the Philippine Army in April 2007. Leading the search for Jonas and the fight against enforced disappearance is Edita Burgos, Jonas’s mother, played in the movie by Tolentino. Jonas remains missing to this day.
Atty.Vincent Tanada is Pope Francis in Pope-pular: Paano Kung Pinoy si Kiko?, a play he directed and co-wote with university president Fr. Gregg Banaga, Jr., CM.
University President Fr. Gregorio Bañaga Jr., CM. The play premiered on July 24 at the AdU Theater and was attended by university administrators, faculty, staff, students, and guests from other schools and institutions. #Pope-pular explores the life of Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio to Italian immigrant parents in Argentina, and runs it parallel to the lives of five Filipinos who lived by their faith. Featured in the play are life stories of Adamsonians Kristel Mae Padasas and Mark Lory Clemencio, who both died within days of each other in January. Padasas was attending Pope Francis’s Mass in Tacloban while volunteering with Catholic Relief Services when she was killed in a freak accident. Clemencio was among the 44 Special Action Forces policemen killed in the bloody encounter in Mamasapano, Maguindanao. PSF is also the group behind hit plays such as San Vicente: Isang Sarsuwela, Bonifacio: Isang Sarsuwela, and Ako si Ninoy.
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Arts & Special Features Welcome party celebrated for int’l students
PRAYER and SACRIFICE: AdU in SOLIDARITY with REFUGEES Adamson University’s statement on the migrant and refugee crisis
Peace Through Art became the theme for this year’s celebration, aimed at promoting amicable relations and harmony among the various nationalities represented in AdU. Guest of honor for the evening was Mr. Simon Kubota, advisor from the Embassy of Japan, who delivered the keynote address. Ambassadors and
consular representatives of the different embassies in the country as well as officials from local government agencies also attended the event. Highlight of the night’s festivities was ISAAD’s Got Talent, a competition where the international students showcased their musical and dancing abilities as inspired by the event’s theme. Another highlight was the induction of the new set of officers of the International Students’ Association of Adamson University (ISAAD).
The festive event is made merrier by the increase in international student enrolment at AdU. There are now 330 international students enrolled for the first semester of the current school year, an increase of 11.49% from last year’s 296 students. There are 34 countries represented in the student body, with Papua New Guinea having the largest number of enrollees.
Guidance Office holds Exit and Career Seminars The Center for Guidance, Counselling, Testing and Placement Services staged the Exit and Career Seminars for graduating students at the Adamson University Theatre last July 30, 2015. In the Exit Seminar, the students evaluated, analyzed, and provided feedback on their experiences during their stay at AdU, relationships with fellow students and faculty, services provided, and Vincentian values taught to them. Meanwhile in the Career Seminar, graduating students received tips and essential information on résumé writing,
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personality development, proper dressing and other tips for job interviews, and earning their employer’s trust through character, competence, and service. Guest speaker for the day was Mr. Kim Chua, marketing consultant of AdU’s industry partner Jobs180.com, who shared additional insight about finding a job in their chosen field or industry. Guidance center director Mr. Richmond Yap says these seminars are aimed at helping graduates prepare for employment. “It helps students get insight on employment dahil gusto
namin pagkatapos maka-graduate,makakuha ng trabaho agad,” he adds. These programs are also part of the Guidance center’s mission to create programs that will lead students towards their personal and social development. This year marks the first time that the Exit and Career seminars were held simultaneously. Around 700 graduating students attended the event. Mark Joseph F. Ramos
Let us join our hands together in prayer and pool our resources to lighten their burden. Aside from our daily prayers for the refugees, let us generously donate to Piso Para sa Refugees by dropping cash in pet bottles placed around the campus.We also invite other educational institutions and groups to join us in this initiative so that our modest efforts may be replicated and multiplied. Let Christ’s own words guide us: For I was hungry, and you gave Me something to eat; I was thirsty, and you gave Me something to drink; I was a stranger, and you invited Me in (Matthew 25:35).
International students perform native and popular dances during the welcome party organized by the Office for University Relations.
Adamson University celebrated its international student body with a welcome party to usher in the new school year last July 18, 2015 at the H2O Hotel in Manila Ocean Park.
Christian community to raise awareness of the plight of refugees, show deep concern and extend whatever form of assistance to them.
God bless the refugees. God bless us all.
The U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees has reported that so far, more than 300,000 people escaping from conflict and oppression in their countries have risked their lives crossing the Mediterranean Sea to seek refuge in Europe. Some 2,600 have died during the journey, including three-year-old Aylan, whose photo went viral and elicited mixed reactions throughout the world. In Asia, we have seen the sad plight of the Rohingya people as they sail away from persecution. Right at home, we are witness to the evacuation of hundreds of Lumads in Mindanao caught in the crossfire of fighting between paramilitary and rebel groups. It is impossible to stay unaffected by this migrant and refugee crisis, more so because of the fact that when the Philippines suffered calamities and disasters in the past, the world came quickly to our rescue. In a sense, we have an obligation to return the favor by helping the refugees. And since one
of our core values here in Adamson is Social Responsibility, which is anchored on our Patron Saint, St. Vincent de Paul’s lifelong mission to help the poor, finding a way to address the problem would be a value-affirming response on our part. Assisting refugees and victims of calamities and war is a very Vincentian endeavor. St. Vincent assisted similar victims in France during his time. He sent money to the war-ravaged regions of Lorraine, Picardy and others. When refugees fled to Paris, he asked his communities and the sisters to open their hearts to assist them through soup kitchens and other means. After the Vietnam War, the Daughters of Charity took care of the Vietnamese boat people in Palawan and Morong, Bataan. So, giving help to refugees is to walk in the footsteps of our Patron Saint. It is within these contexts that Adamson University is today initiating a commitment as a
Adamsonians give monetary contributions in support of refugees during the launching of AdU’s drive to be in solidarity with local and international refugees.
Fr. Gregg Banaga, Jr., CM reads the university’s official statement on the refugee crisis.
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News Adamson University formally launches #AdUitThisWay campaign Adamson University finally revealed to the Adamson community its new #AdUitThisWay campaign with a program at the ST Quadrangle last August 25, 2015. The program featured testaments and ideas from students and staff as to what it means for them to be an Adamsonian and to do things the Adamson way. Administrators led by University President Fr. Gregorio Bañaga Jr., CM, incoming University President Fr. Marcelo Manimtim, CM, faculty, staff, and students also signed a commitment wall to signal how they will embody the new campaign in their respective lives. Keeping things fun and upbeat were hosts Richard Sarmiento, an AB Mass Communication alumnus popularly known as DJ Rico Pañero of 101.1 Yes FM, and Mr. Joel Zaporteza of the Communication Department. Also gracing the launch were Miss Manila 2015 Kaycie Lyn Fajardo, a third year BS Customs Administration student,
Outstanding results for Pharmacy grads in July 2015 licensure exams Graduates of Adamson University’s College of Pharmacy posted outstanding results in the licensure examination for pharmacists conducted by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) last July 19 in Manila, Baguio, Cebu, and Davao cities. The university achieved an overall passing rate of 85.71%, with 30 passers out of 35 examinees. This surpasses the national passing rate of 63.78%, or 2,004 passers out of 3,142 total examinees. The first-timers brought even better results as 28 Adamsonians passed
and Miss Makati 2015 Kimberly Joy Tolentino, a third year BSBA Marketing Management student. The event also featured a flash mob performance by faculty, staff, and students. Adamson’s new campaign is a way and battle cry to showcase how the university differs from other schools. In saying “We do it this way,” the university is able to show it is original, progressive, and driven by purpose. The hashtag also aims to renew the sense of mission of every Adamsonian in their everyday activities.
UAAP Season 78 opens with myths and stories; UST escapes AdU’s claws in first game Faculty and students whoop it up with a flash mob to launch the #AdUitThisWay branding campaign
In his keynote speech Fr. Bañaga said that the #AdUitThisWay campaign is a claim for greatness, highlighting the University’s achievements such as being one of the top 10 preferred schools by employers and one of the top 300 schools in Asia. “Everyone who loves Adamson University knows of its vision and mission to educate people, its extraordinary pursuit of values, and its ambition to be one of the county’s leading universities. We have gone a long way,” Father Bañaga said.
out of 29 total examinees, translating to a passing rate of 96.55%. The new registered pharmacists are: Antiojo, Ivy Gayle P Apas, Jayson Kevin B. Arabiran, Reuven Marc D. Aslahon, Embraida I. Cainday, Fale Joan D. Chico, Leah Margaret E. dela Cruz, Grashen Mae D. Egat, Hazel L. Elardo, Miguel Carmelo S. Farrales, Kennie-Soleil V. Gacelos, Kayla Mae Garcia, Raymond B. Has, Sheena P. Igharas, Hazel D. Lee, John Michael E.
The University President also said the #AdUitThisWay campaign is a statement on how Adamson does things differently. “In all the things that we do, we do not aim to be conventional.We are original and unique. And we want to keep it that way—the Adamson way! #AdUitThisWay is the University’s new slogan and battle cry. It speaks about our school’s spirit, our pride, our culture,” Father Banaga added. Mark Joseph F. Ramos
Limson, Leslie Anne V. Mamorno, Jayson A. Mendoza, Emerson B. Mendoza,Valerie M. Miron, Hazel Fatima N. Nuñez, Ma. Loraine A. Pajarillo, Maria Eloisa A. Pangilin, Mark Edison S. Reyes, Camille Patricia V. Reyes, Geselle B. Rio, Irish Kristel R. Torres, Rachelle Luz I. Traspe, Aen D. Vargas, Kristian D. Zaide, Alexandra P. The oathtaking of the new registered pharmacists will be set to a later date by the PRC.
New registered psychometricians for AdU in July 2015 board exams Adamson University has produced its second batch or registered psychometricians after 24 BS Psychology graduates passed the licensure exam for psychometricians conducted by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) last July. The university achieved an overall passing rate of 24 passers out of 64 total examinees, translating to 37.50%. The new psychometricians are: Abulencia, Amyra S. Ambasa, Louis Keith Jerome M. Aquino, Angela Ronette Jane F. 14 | The Adamson News
Belleza, Jo Anne Mae L. Benavidez, Paul Kenneth M. Biolena, Joscel Rose P. Cabello, Joyce C. Cadayong, Jhon Mark C. Cuna, Kathleen Syra M. De Leon, Ester Jane D. Estabillo, Emmanuel E. Espiritu, Christal Jade S. Guintu, Nearraine P. Landingin, Danna Kate DG. Lava, Baby Angeles E. Licudan, Maria Monica F.
Mabanta, Ma. Elena C. Maquinto, Rica Joyce C. Matibag, Arvin M. Morales, Jessica M. Santos, Maria Elena C. Suni, Keno Alvir G. Tomimbang, Justin Josef L. Villanera, Justin Biel U. The board exams were conducted in Manila, Baguio, Cebu, Davao, and Legazpi cities. Oathtaking of new psychometricians will be set to a later date by the PRC.
(Left photo) Host school University of the Philippines put on a spectacular show to open UAAP Season 78. (Right photo) Joseph Nalos slips past two UST players to nail a basket.
After suffering a disastrous first quarter, the Adamson University Soaring Falcons managed to turn things around and give the University of Santo Tomas Growling Tigers a scare during their first match-up held on the opening day of the UAAP Season 78 last Saturday, September 5 at the Araneta Coliseum. Host University of the Philippines pulled out all stops with its groundbreaking opening program, which saw the UAAP rising from its mythological beginnings as an archipelago similar to the fabled beginnings of our islands. UP’s performing arts groups joined together to create a show filled with a rich narrative and unprecedented grandeur. UP President Alfredo Pascual delivered the welcoming remarks while UP Chancellor Michael Tan declared the games open. This season’s theme, Tumitindig, Sumusulong, reflects UP’s strong drive to rise and fight. UP then capped the opening ceremony with a 62-55 win against the University of the East Red Warriors. UST put on the pressure on Adamson easily in the first quarter after Kevin Ferrer began his barrage of points, shooting seven points in the first two minutes of the match. A threepointer from Ken Mark Miranda and two free
throws by Dawn Ochea were the Falcons’ only source of points during the quarter, which UST then won by 17 points, 22-5. The comfort of that wide margin would not last long though, as the Falcons came back with a vengeance in the second quarter. The San Marcelino squad put heavy pressure on UST and limited them to just six points for the entire quarter while every Falcon on the floor contributed to their 20-point scoring spree. The Falcons managed to come within three, 25-28 at halftime. It then became a back and forth affair in the third as the Tigers wrestled the lead once more. Adamson did come within one point when UST’s Sheak Sheriff fouled Falcon Jerome Garcia and the latter sank in his two free throws to make it 35-34. However, UST answered with baskets right away; turnovers and missed baskets allowed the Tigers to be on top again by six points, 51-45, at the end of the quarter. Adamson put in the pressure again in the fourth quarter, with back-to-back baskets by Joseph Nalos Jr. helping the cause and put the Falcons within two of the Tigers. But foul trouble held the Falcons back and UST
escaped with 70-64 opening day win. Joseph Nalos paced the Falcons with 18 points, converting 6 out of 11 field goals and 5 out of 6 free throws. Team captain Dawn Ochea poured in 12 points, including five out of eight field goals and five rebounds. Garcia contributed eight points to the cause, along with seven rebounds and four out of four free throws. It may have been a loss, but the skill and will presented by the Adamson Falcons gave the community a preview of the kind of fight the team will put out in UAAP Season 78. In interviews with the media Coach Mike Fermin said that the team’s goals for the season was to win as many games as possible and improve from last year’s performance, particularly their defense. With an all-around team, Mr. Fermin expects his wards to keep their opponents guessing. The rookie coach along with his coaching staff has further developed the players’ mindset, telling them to not to give up easily and bring their best game throughout the match. The Falcons will next play the Ateneo Blue Eagles on Saturday, September 12 at the Mall of Asia Arena. Yael Esperat Vol 15 No.3 August-September 2015 | 15
