Not During the
Peñafrancia Novena, Please
Statement on the
Military Parade and Beauty Pageant
Bicol Association of Catholic Schools
Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines, Region V

As we continue to prepare for the celebration of the 300th anniversary of the Devotion to Our Lady of Peñafrancia, we have been led to reflect on the various activities normally held during the Fiesta, hoping to discern ways and means to preserve and enhance the devotion to Ina.

In this context the member schools of the Bicol Association of Catholic Schools (BACS), who have participated in the Military Parade during the Fiesta in the past, met in Naga on 18 June 2009. All these schools were unanimous in a shared conviction that a Military Parade has relevance neither to the celebration nor to the enhancement of the Devotion to Our Lady of Peñafrancia and should not be scheduled within the Novena to Our Lady of Peñafrancia. The BACS schools therefore unanimously urge that the Military Parade be scheduled outside of the Novena on such a civic holiday as Naga Charter Day or on Philippine Independence Day.    [ CLICK HERE FOR FULL TEXT ] [PDF]

ADNU First to Achieve PAASCU Institutional Accreditation

Ateneo de Naga University is the first University nationwide to achieve Institutional Accreditation, beating allthe major Manila-based universities to this distinction.  This singular recognition comes on top of CHED’s earlier conferral of autonomous status of the university, and PAASCU’s Level III status for its key programs. [ CLICK HERE FOR FULL TEXT ]

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CLG Conducts Training on Livelihood Development

The Ateneo de Naga University –Center for Local Governance (CLG) conducted Training on Livelihood Development at the CLG Training Room last 25-26 June 2009. Punong Barangays and Chairmen on Committee on Livelihood of the Liga ng mga Barangay Officers of the 1st and 2nd Districts of Camarines Sur attended the training.

Free From Undue Distraction

On 19 June 2009 members of the Bicol Association of Catholic Schools (BACS) who had joined the military parade in the past came together in the spirit of discernment and reflection on the conduct of the Peñfrancia Fiesta.  Our Archbishop Leonardo Z. Legaspi, O.P., D.D., had called the discernment and reflection forth.  In the wake of many secularized and commercialized fiesta activities, which tended to draw people away from true devotion to Ina, he challenged not only our schools but all devotees of Ina to a more authentically devout celebration of the fiesta.

AKO REHISTRADO  Launched

Student volunteers had a pictorial activity last 24 June 2009 at the Ateneo de Naga University Four Pillars.  This event served as a launching for the ‘Ako Rehistrado’ shirt which is a part of the AdNU TF2010 through CCD’s efforts for the voter’s registration campaign for the upcoming 2010 elections.

A Special Clinic for Ballers

23 June 2009—The University Gym was pumped with athletic vigor as several young ballers were given the special privilege of participating in a special basketball clinic.Sponsored by the Athletics office, the event was graced by the presence of three coaches from the United States—two if which were AdNU HS alumni: Nong Caguco and Jeff Beriña, who had worked with the 2008 Olympics Coach Mike Kryzewski.

Initial Evaluation of the College of Nursing on the New Curriculum

In response to the latest CMO on the Nursing Curriculum released last May 2009 by the Commission on Higher Education, the Ateneo de Naga University College of Nursing held a meeting to evaluate the latest CMO. Below is a short and crucial insight on the new curriculum:

ToP1 for NAVFORSOL

In line with the thrust of the Philippine Navy to develop program and integrate leadership forum to further improve professionalism and promote enhancement among its Fleet-marine personnel, the Naval Forces of Southern Luzon (NAVFORSOL) with the Center for Naval Leadership and Excellence in coordination with the Ateneo de Naga University-Center for Local Governance (AdNU-CLG), the Naval Forces for Southern Luzon (NAVFORSOL) based in Rawis, Legazpi City provided the opportunity to its officers and key personnel to undergo the Training on Technology of Participation Level 1 (ToP1): Basic Group Facilitation Methods.

ACLC Joins University’s Campaign
on Influenza A(H1N1) Virus

As part of the University’s campaign on understanding Influenza A (H1N1), the Ateneo Child Learning Center (ACLC), in partnership with the University Health Services Center (UHSC), conducted an activity on basic hand washing. Representatives from the UHSC and selected students from the College of Nursing gave a talk on the importance of proper hand washing. The ACLC pupils also watched a demonstration on the techniques.

Not During the Peñafrancia Novena, Please: Statement on the Military Parade and Beauty Pageant from the Bicol Association of Catholic Schools, Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines, Region V.

CED Alumna and CGC Director:
Mayoral Recognition Awardees

19 June—as part of the 61st Charter Anniversary Celebration, the 2009 Mayoral Awards was held at the Villa Caceres Hotel to honor Naga City's most outstanding citizens. Ma. Sheena Howard and Dr. Rufino Ramos were among the Mayoral Recognition Awardees. Both were given the award for their outstanding service and performance in their chosen endeavors that measurably contributed to the city's growth, honor, and glory.

College of Education: Bolder than Bold on its 60th Year

With an opening prayer—Stir us, O Lord to dare boldy, to venture into wider seas, the College of Education had boldy drawn its roadmap to the next five years, 2009-2014, during its evaluation and planning session at the Home Economics Room last 12 June  from seven thirty in the morning until five in the afternoon.

Clores Presented Papers in the Redesigning Pedagogy International Conference 2009

Dr. Michael A. Clores, Program Director for the Natural Sciences and Associate Professor of the Department of the Mathematics and Natural Sciences Department, presented four (4) papers in the Redesigning Pedagogy: International Conference 2009: Designing New Learning Contexts for a Globalising World last 1-3 June at the National Institute of Education, Singapore.

WB-KDC Hosts Youth Leaders Assembly

In an effort to orient the youth and challenge them to respond to the current situation in the community concerning the issues affecting Reproductive Health, the World Bank-Knowledge for Development Center (WB-KDC) hosted a Youth Leaders Assembly last 8 May 2009 from 1:30-4:30 in the afternoon at the WB-KDC office, Fr. James O'Brien, S.J. Library. The theme was Engaging the Youth in Adolescent Reproductive Health Advoc.

Nutrition for our Children Evaluation

The Nutrition for our Children Project Program Evaluation was held last 27 May 2009 at the Arrupe Convention Hall, Ateneo de Naga University. 73 participants composed of punong barangays, barangay health workers (BHW)-nutrition scholars (BNS), teachers-in-charge from seventeen (17) barangays, and municipal health officers-midwives from MLGUs of Cabusao, Calabanga, Sagñay, and Buhi attended the evaluation. The Center for Community Development and the University Social Environment Council facilitated the activity.

Faculty General Assembly 2009: First Semester

5-6 June 2009—the Ateneo de Naga University teaching community gathered in the Arrupe Convention Center to attend this schoolyear's Faculty General Assembly for the first semester. Fr. Dan Isidro S.J., Chair of the Department of Digital Arts and Computer Animation, started the event with a special prayer, followed by the Welcome Address of Dr. Rebecca Torres who have shared highlights on the achievements and changes within the community.

Group Conducts Anti-CON ASS Rally

To participate in the national protest against Charter Change (CHA-CHA), a cluster of AdNU students, faculty members and other notable figures  of Naga City banded together to express their condemnation of the House of Representatives' efforts to push for CHA-CHA by way of a Constituent Assembly, populary known as CON ASS. The Anti-CON ASS rally was held at the Plaza Quince Martirez, Naga City on 4 June 2009. The protesting crowd invited motorists to blow their horns as a sign of support.

Task Force 2010

In order to have a fair and meaningful elections next year, a number of workshops sponsored by the Task Force 2010 are held at the different regions to tackle various issues. In Region V, through the Simbahang Lingkod Bayan (SLB) and the Institute of Politics, the Ateneo de Naga University has recently hosted the Bicol Region Multisectoral Consultation Workshop with the focus: Ensuring the Right to Electoral Participation Giving Access to Vulnerable Sectors in 2010.

Mass of the Holy Spirit

3 June 2009—To celebrate the start of the schoolyear, a Mass of the Holy Spirit was held at the University Church at 4:45 in the afternoon. The place was packed with the members of the Ateneo de Naga University community—composed faculty & staff, students, and even alumni representatives—manifesting a shared camaraderie and oneness in spirit. Fr. Joel Tabora, S.J., University President, served as the main celebrant.

OrSem 2009: A Successful Voyage

In line with the 35th Jesuit General Congregation and the 150th year celebration of the return of the Society of Jesus in the Philippines, the Ateneo de Naga University College Guidance Center in cooperation with the Deputy Academic Vice-President for Formation Office held a different kind of Orientation Seminar themed AdNU at 70: Engaging New Frontiers Contributing to the 150 Years of Jesuit Education in the Philippines. This year's OrSem, held last 28-30 May 2009, reignited the spirit of exploration: to go beyond expectations and to face the new challenges set by the world.

From nSJ to SJ

Seven young men (composed of four Filipinos, two Chinese, and one African) who had responded to God's call took their vows, from Novice to Juniorate, last 30 May 2009 at the Sacred Heart Novitiate in Novaliches. Fr. Jojo Magadia, S.J., Provincial Superior of the Philippine Province, presided the Mass.

Tulong Dunong Opens Second Season in Calabanga

The Center for Community Development (CCD) of Ateneo de Naga Univeristy in partnership with Dominorog Elementary School and members of the Barangay Council once again conducted the Tulong Dunong 1 Season 2 last 20-26 April 2009.

Library Workshop for Staff

The ADNU-James O’Brien, S.J. Library staff, led by Edna San Buenaventura (University Librarian), had its two-part Training Workshop on Basic Library Promotion at the Knowledge for Development Center.

MOA signed between College of Education and Bicol University

20 April 2009—Fr. Joel E. Tabora, S.J. and Engr. Arnulfo Malinis, Campus Director of Bicol University-Polangui Campus, signed a Memorandum of Agreement for the training and development of teachers in content and pedagogy in the professional education courses under CHED Memorandum 30 s., 2004.

Mr. Victoria of CED bagged 1st Runner Up in the National Search

Only the best and the brightest teacher should teach—this is the teaching philosophy of Vasil A. Victoria, a faculty member of the College of Education, who bagged first runner up in the annual national search for the Natatanging Guro sa Filipino in the tertiary level held at Teachers' Camp, Baguio City last 4-7 May 2009.

AdNU to host TF2010 Multisectoral Workshop and Launching

2-3 June 2009—The Ateneo de Naga University will host the Task Force 2010 Bicol-Wide Multisectoral Workshop and Launching at the Arrupe Convention Center.Task Force 2010 is a consortium and partnership between and among various election watchdogs aiming to push for the needed reforms in the electoral process and even in the COMELEC in order to restore credibility to the whole exercise and to ensure that there will be a clean, honest, peaceful, and credible elections in 2010 and beyond.

BIDA CHANGE!

The Office of Student Affairs (OSA) and other Formation and Student Support Offices under the Deputy Academic Vice President for Formation successfully conducted this year's Summer Ateneo Workshop on Ignatian Leadership for Life (Summer A-Will) last 19-22 May 2009 at the Arrupe Retreat Center.

USIC, CCD, and MSD Attend Soft Launching

The University Social Involvement Center (USIC), Center for Community Development (CCD) and Media Studies Department (MSD) graced the soft launching of Buhi Development Radio Station (DWLR 102.5 FM) last 22 May 2009 at the Old Municipal Building, Buhi, Camarines Sur.

2009 Summer INSET for 4th Year High School Teachers

14-16 May 2009—over 431 Education Service Contracting-Education Voucher System (ESC-EVS) schools in the Bicol Region have participated in this summer's In-Service Training (INSET) for fourth year high school teachers.

CAS Holds Evaluation and Planning Workshop

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) held an evaluation and planning activity entitled Seminar Workshop on Attaining Synergy for the Holistic Development of CAS Faculty and Students last 15-16 May 2009 at Lake Buhi Resort, Buhi Camarines Sur.

New CMO on Nursing

The Commission on Higher Education has released its latest mandate on the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) course. Known as CHED Memorandum Order Number 14, series of 2009 (CMO No. 14, s. 2009)  with subject: Policies and Standards for Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program, it was signed by current CHED Chairman Emmanuel Angeles on 28 April 2009. CMO 14, s. 2009 replaces CMO Nos. 5, s. 2008. The latest CHED Memorandum Order will take effect starting this coming schoolyear, 2009-2010, fifteen days after its publication in the official Gazette or in a newspaper of national circulation.

ADNU still No. 1 in LET

The Ateneo de Naga University College of Education produced 26 new teachers-- all passers in the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) held on April 5, 2009. ADNU registered an overall passing rate of 60 percent (100 percent for the first timers) and 74 percent (95 percent for the first timers) at the elementary and secondary levels, respectively. These rates are way above the national marks of 27.86 percent and 24.67 percent.

ADNU draws roadmap to the future

Some 48 stakeholders of the University – administrators, faculty, staff and students - have formulated new goals and objectives of the University in an Organizational Planning last May 12 and 13 at the Arrupe Convention Hall.
Geared towards the theme: “Drawing the Roadmap to the Future: The Ateneo de Naga University towards Sustaining its Leadership and Achievement Amidst Challenges,” the two-day activity aimed at coming up with a 5-year Corporate Plan which will articulate the University Mission-Vision and draw concrete actions to achieve them.

An Extraordinary Thanksgiving Mass

10 May 2009–A Thanksgiving mass was held at the University Church at 5pm to honor the six newly ordained Jesuit Priests. They were Frs. Francis Alvarez, Jason Dy, Oliver Dy, Frank Savadera,  Robbie Sian, and  Javy Alpasa, S.J., who was also the main celebrant. University President Fr. Joel Tabora, S.J. delivered the homily.

Re-green, Reuse-Reduce-Recycle

The last in a series of four tree planting activities led by the Center for Community Development’s National Service Training Program among AdNU’s faculty, personnel, and student volunteers in barangays Antipolo, Sta. Cruz, of Buhi and in Atulayan of Sagñay, Camarines Sur marked the end of the school year with a shift in color and task.

ADNU College of Education, CSur District II team up to train pre-school teachers

The Camarines Sur Congressional District II, through Rep. Luis R. Villafuerte and the Department of Education - Division of Naga City, have collaborated with the Ateneo de Naga University in the training and development of teachers in pre-achool.

Rosie Chew Scholarship Assistance

Through the mediation of our alumnus, Mr. Ric de la Torre, the Ateneo de Naga University has received a grant of four-hundred-thousand pesos (PHP 400,000) from Dr. Eduardo L. Roberto, President, The Center for Asian Research and Development Foundation, Inc., establishing the Rosie Chew Scholarship Assistance Trust Fund.  Earnings from the fund will assist high caliber and financially challenged junior and senior students enrolled in marketing or marketing-research related courses.  It will be managed by the Office of Admissions and Aid.

The first beneficiary of this fund is junior-year President’s lister, Ms. Mary Joy Bien, BSBA-Marketing.

Position Paper on the Character and Conduct of Public Hearing

Subject: RULES AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE SETTING AND APPROVAL OF POLICIES, STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES FOR PROGRAMS AND HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS PURSUANT TO SECTION 8(D) OF RA 7722.

This paper seeks to clarify important areas relative to the requirement of public hearing mandated by R.A. No, 7722. Most of the issues raised below relate to public consultation in general. The last issue, however, specifically deals with the circumstances surrounding the Revised/Enhanced Policies and Standards on the BS Nursing Program. [ CLICK HERE FOR FULL TEXT ]

A Call for the City Government to Reconsider its Policy on Regulated Gambling

The City of Naga has been hailed as one of the country’s most awarded cities due to its innovative ways of governance. It is also equally respected by various government and non-government entities- local and international-largely due to an empowered citizenry. The list of the awards it has received include, the Most Cost-Effective City in Asia (UK, 2005), Women-Friendly City (UN Development Fund for Women, 2004), Model City for Government Procurement (World Bank and Procurement Watch, 2003), CyberCity Award (UNDP, 2002), International Award for Improving the Living Environment (Dubai, 1998), and “Most Child-Friendly City” (Philippine Council for the Welfare of Children, 2006, among others. [ CLICK HERE FOR FULL TEXT ]

ADNU named one of RP’s finest in student services; A-Will wins best leadership program award

The Ateneo de Naga University brought home two national awards from the Search for Best Student Services Awarding Ceremony held last April 17, 2009 at the National Center for Public Administration and Governance Assembly Hall, University of the Philippines-Diliman, Quezon City.

AdNU-PYG Conducted Recognition Day

28 February 2009—the Ateneo de Naga University-Pathways Youth Group (AdNU-PYG) towards Higher Education conducted a recognition day with the theme: “Raising Young Readers Today to Promote Good, Solid Skills and Habits that Last a Lifetime.”

Shared Glory: Two Jesuit Universities
Number One in the Recent ECE Board Examination, Category C

The results are finally out—The Ateneo de Naga University and its sister school Xavier University (Ateneo de Cagayan) stand tall on the number one spot in the recent ECE Board Examination (Category C) conducted last 28-29 March 2009. With a registered Passing Percentage of 45%, this is a historical first for the AdNU to be Number 1 in the given category.

59^th Commencement Exercises: The Largest Number of Graduates to Date

28 March 2009—One thousand and seventy nine (1,079) proud students marched and received their hard-earned diplomas at the Ateneo de Naga University Four Pillars for the 59th Commencement Exercises.

ADNU Has Two New Professors

Dr. Allan Sioson, Dean of the College of Computer Studies, and Dr. Rufino Ramos III, Director of the College Guidance Office, were conferred the rank of professor last 20 February 2009 at the Fr. Pedro Arrupe Convention Center.
     
The honorees presented their lectures: "Approximating Biological Life's Fundamental Units" by Dr. Sioson and "Happiness and the Filipino Youth" by Dr. Ramos.

Indonesian Students Completed the Student Exchange Program

The inception of the Student Exchange Program between the Universitas Negeri Malang (UNM) of Indonesia and the Ateneo de Naga University began as early as December of 2007 through Dr. Suisana Kweldju, Director of the Office of International Affairs of (UNM), and Dr. Arnulfo Aaron R. Reganit, Dean of the College of Education .

SMEDI and CLG Host AYAD

The Ateneo de Naga University, through the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Institute Foundation, Inc. (SMEDI), and the Center for Local Governance (CLG) are hosting two (2) Australian Youth Ambassadors for Development (AYADs) this year. These volunteers are Ms. Shannon Kylie Smith and Ms. Julia Lauren Smith.

MOA Signing between Ateneo de Naga University and UP Manila

On 2 March 2009, University President Fr. Joel E. Tabora, S.J. of the Ateneo de Naga University and Chancellor Dr. Ramon L. Arcadio of the University of the Philippines Manila signed a Memorandum of Agreement for a collaborative research entitled "Database and Systems Biology for Selected Plants and Associated Arthropods Found in the Four Subcatchments of Mt. Isarog National Park (MINP)". The MOA signing occurred at the UP Manila Boardroom at 10:30AM.  Witnesses of the MOA signing from Ateneo de Naga University were Dr. Emelina G. Regis, Ms. Joanaviva I. Caceres of the INECAR and Dr. Allan Sioson of the College of Computer Studies.  Those from UP Manila were Dr. Malou G. Nicolas and Dr. Noel S. Quiming of the Dept. of Physical Sciences and Mathematics.

Evaluation & Consultation Meetings for the University Partner Communities

The University Social Involvement Council (USIC) through its Governance Cluster and the Center for Local Governance of the Ateneo de Naga University  conducted an Evaluation and Consultation Meeting with the University partner communities. It was first held on 10 February 2009 for the Municipalities of Cabusao and Calabanga  then on 17 February 2009 for the Municipalities of  Buhi and Sagñay. The activity was conducted with the completion of the interventions provided to the partner communities last year (2008) and in preparation for this year (2009) based on the 3-Year Strategic Development Plan crafted by the University and the partner communities.

ADNU has ‘Best Student Services’ in Bikol – CHED Region V

After our recognition as the region’s sole autonomous University, our designation as Centers of Excellence and Development in four of our disciplines, our distinction as the only school with PAASCU Level III-accredited programs in the Bikol, the Ateneo de Naga University scored another victory as the Commission on Higher Education – Region V found ADNU’s student welfare and services programs the best in Bikol.

ADNU Sim Launched

The long awaited ADNU Customized SMART Sim was launched last 23 February 2009 during the University Business Week celebration at the Fr. Francis Xavier, S.J. Hall.The SMART-ADNU Sim Ceremonial Turn-Over opened with messages from Fr. Joel Tabora , S.J., University President, and Mr. Mike Bulan of SMART Communications.

Dr. Reganit is content expert of 2009 LET

Dr. Arnulfo Aaron R. Reganit, dean of the College of Education, served as content expert in the National Consultative Workshop Conference held last January 27-28, 2009 at the Development Academy of the Philippines, Tagaytay City.

ADNU College of Education curriculum is ICT-integrated – Intel Philippines

Intel-Teach Philippines awarded the Ateneo de Naga University’s College of Education a Plaque of Recognition for fostering an enabling environment for Information and Communication Technology integration into its teacher education curriculum and its valuable contribution to the successful implementation of Intel-Teach programs in the Philippines.

ADNU Sports on the go

March 7 and 8 was a busy weekend for the sports program of Ateneo de Naga University as 3 of its varsity teams conducted several activities as part of their requirement as recognized teams of ADNU athletics program. Last March 7, Saturday, the Ateneo Golden Cavalry, the school’s resident pep squad,  conducted a 1-day cheer camp for cheer and dance enthusiasts within Naga City. The main objectives of the said activity were to promote the culture of cheer dancing and at the same time develop the organizing skills of its members. More than 20 participants took part in the event that was held at the covered courts of the university.

ASAP! presents NatSit ‘09,
plugs ‘Tatak Atenista’

The Office of Student Affairs and other Formation and Student Support Offices under the Ignatian Formation Center presented the last Ateneo Student Awareness and Action Program (ASAP!) for the school year - this semester’s National Situationer Update last February 27 at the Richard Martin Fernando, S.J. Hall.

ASAP! presents Filipino Youth Diaspora;
Ateneans weigh up whether or not to leave RP

Arrupe Convention Hall last February 21 had heated up as Ateneans debated on a question that confronts most college students, especially those graduating. With mostly Nursing senior students as audience, the Office of Student Affairs presented an Ateneo Student Awareness and Action Program (ASAP!) activity – Filipino Youth Diaspora: To leave or not to leave the Philippines.

ADNU College of Education curriculum is ICT-integrated – Intel Philippines

Intel-Teach Philippines awarded the Ateneo de Naga University’s College of Education a Plaque of Recognition for fostering an enabling environment for Information and Communication Technology integration into its teacher education curriculum and its valuable contribution to the successful implementation of Intel-Teach programs in the Philippines.

Dr. Reganit is content expert of 2009 LET

Dr. Arnulfo Aaron R. Reganit, dean of the College of Education, served as content expert in the National Consultative Workshop Conference held last January 27-28, 2009 at the Development Academy of the Philippines, Tagaytay City.

ADNU Fetes the Superior Overall Performance of its Nurses in the November 2008 Licensure Exams

In celebration of its superior overall performance in the November 2008 Licensure Examinations in Nursing, the Ateneo de Naga University College of Nursing with the help of the Ateneo Nursing Students Association will be holding a Luminous Parade on Friday, 27 February 2009.  The parade will start at 5:00pm at the Ateneo Four Pillars and will proceed through the major streets of Naga City.

ADNU Produces 85 New Nurses;
Ranks 1st in Region V

The Ateneo de Naga University College of Nursing has produced 85 new nurses – all passers in the recent Nurse Licensure Examination held last November 2008. The school has also registered a 75% passing rate that is way above the national passing rate of 44.50%.  In the report on the performance of schools as to percentage of passing released by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) on its website, ADNU ranks 16th among schools with 100 or more examinees (Category A) while ranking 1st among all schools in Region V.

4th AdNU Dress-Up Day: A Success!

Once again, The Ateneo de Naga University college students came to school in their business/corporate attire during the 4th University Dress-Up Day held last 18 February 2009. This activity is a formation initiative under the Ignatian Formation Program as a way to prepare the students for their professional life where appropriate grooming and clothing is expected. This semestral event also aims to build their confidence and enhance their skills in public relations.

Final PSEEAP Interventions Conducted in LGU-Sorsogon City

Towards the end of the PSEEAP Implementation in Sorsogon City, the Ateneo de Naga University-Center for Local Governance conducted three (3) runs of training on Public Service Ethics and Accountability (PSEA) on January 26-27, 2009 (1st Batch); January 29-30, 2009 (2nd Batch), and February 4-5, 2009 (3rd Batch) as part of the Public Service Excellence, Ethics and Accountability Program (PSEEAP) in the City.

ASAP! presents ‘Pay It Forward’;
Ignatian league spends ACP day in Dominorog

On February 20, 2009, volunteerism got a new name – Pay It Forward.

As an Alternative Class Program offering of the Office of Student Affairs, Pay It Forward: Thanking God Through Volunteerism, was not so attractive for two reasons: One, it was an off-campus activity – definitely not what one imagines of a scenic spot. Two, it was for a whole day- absolutely not for those who wanted to oversleep or unwind on an ACP day.

DALAN 2009 - 1st Bicol Film Festival

Ateneo de Naga University (AdNU) celebrated DALAN 2009 - the 1st Bicol Film Festival at the Fr. Arrupe, S.J. Convention Hall last January 29-31, 2009. AdNU 's Department of Media Studies, Department of Digital Arts and Computer Animation, and Department of Literature and Language Studies, with the help of the National Commission for Culture and Arts (ACCA), banded together to organize this event which aims to appreciate the history and creativity of our local film industry and to help young filmmakers in improving their craft. DALAN 2009 featured lectures, viewing sessions, and an exhibit.

Joint AdNU - UP Manila Biodiversity Study on Plants and Associated Arthropods
in Mt. Isarog Approved

A joint research program between the Institute for Environmental Research and Conservation (INECAR) and the College of Computer Studies (CCS) of the Ateneo de Naga on the one hand, and the University of the Philippines on the other, entitled, "Database and Systems Biology for Selected Plants and Associated Arthropods Found in the Four Subcatchments of Mt. Isarog National Park (MINP)" which was reviewed and endorsed by the Philippine Council for Advanced Science and Technology Research and Development (PCASTRD), has been approved by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) for funding. Representing AdNU are Drs. Emelina Regis of the INECAR and Dr. Allan Sioson of the CCS; representing UP Manila is Dr.Malou G. Nicolas and Dr. Noel S. Quiming.

Teachers from Friedrich-Alexander-Gymnasium Visit AdNU under EPECTO

The partnership between Ateneo de Naga University and Friedrich-Alexander-Gymnasium, Neustadt a. d. Aisch, Germany continued to grow as Frau Karola Klier and Frau Annette Mettenleiter visited the country from 20 December 2008 to 13 January 2009. With this visit, the Exchange Program on Education, Culture and Teaching Objectives (EPECTO) demonstrated steady growth and development—yet again. Since its formal inception in 2007, EPECTO has already sent ten individuals halfway across the globe: four (going six this April) from Ateneo to Friedrich-Alexander-Gymnasium and six from Friedrich-Alexander-Gymnasium to Ateneo.

Ramos, Clores Talk on Research Confab

Proving that the Ateneo de Naga University is home to Bicol’s authorities when it comes to research, the top academicians from the Council of Deans and Department Chairs (CODDCCAS) – Region V listened as two of ADNU’s young administrators talked on Mixed Methods Research Design lecture last December 11, 2008 at the University of Northeastern Philippines in Iriga City.

ADNU Student Leaders Romp Off in
AYLC, JRMSP

Adding to the unparalleled directory of Ateneo de Naga University’s outstanding students who made their school proud once or more when their names screamed at the gate’s laudatory streamers, three ADNU student leaders seized milestones in two of the country’s most prestigious searches, the Ayala Young Leaders Congress (AYLC) and the Search for Jose Rizal Model Students of the Philippines (JRMSP).

Indeed, 2008 has been a year of significant milestones. It was a year of overall performances in licensure examinations that surpass national passing rates across the disciplines. It was a year of impressive achievements by students and faculty in scholarly pursuits and the designation of the university as center of development/excellence in 4 fields of specialization.  It was the year the long overdue autonomous status with all the accruing benefits was granted to the university. It was a year of the successful accreditation of practically all college degree programs – the culmination of constructive collaboration among the administrators, faculty and staff, and students to continuously upgrade educational quality and services.