THE SPECTRUM

In the wake of Typhoon Kristine, CBSUA-Calabanga led relief initiatives for evacuees and stranded students, including setting up a community pantry to support volunteers involved in relief and rehabilitation efforts. An academic break was declared from October 28-31, 2024 to allow the campus to focus on recovery and rehabilitation.

The campus also collaborated with other CBSUA campuses to launch the Pagtanom nin Paglaom Donation Drive. This initiative provided food packs to students and employees in need. Additionally, Angat Buhay dorm residents, alongside BSFi faculty members, repacked the in-kind donations from Cophagen Infrastructure Partners, headed by Engr. Nathanael Alviso.

In a post, Dr. Doloso, Campus Administrator of CBSUA-Calabanga, expressed gratitude to the community for their efforts in cleaning and restoring the campus and aiding in the distribution of relief goods. He also extended thanks to donors, stating, "The Office of the Campus Administrator and the entire CBSUA-Calabanga community would like to thank everyone for your unwavering love, support, and assistance in assuring the welfare of the students, employees, and people within and beyond our community."

Classes and work are expected to resume on November 4, 2024.

Words by Jerome Hipolito

Photo by Lowell Francisco

BSE senior students faced the panel during the BSE Title Defense last October 16-18, 2024.

words by Jerome Hipolito

Photos by Kaila Ocampo and Ashley Parcasio

Eisiah Mark Endrano, a third-year BSE Math student, is one of 2,696 students nationwide who secured the 2024 Junior Level Science Scholarship (JLSS) by the Department of Science and Technology–Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI).

The JLSS Program provides financial support to deserving third-year college students pursuing degrees in science and technology. It aims to build a strong pool of qualified S&T professionals to contribute to national development.

Endrano is scheduled to sign the scholarship contract on November 29, 2024, at the DOST Regional Office in Legazpi City.

The full list of qualifiers and more information on DOST-SEI programs can be found at science-scholarships.ph.

Words by Jeric Balmores and Jerome Hipolito

Photo by Maria Tania Velarde

During the 15th Charter Anniversary of the Central Bicol State University of Agriculture, held on October 11, 2024, at Villa Cacares Hotel, Naga City, several employees from the Calabanga Campus were recognized for their dedicated service at the GUSI Awards Night.

Mrs. Agnes Panibe and Mrs. Cherry Rodriguez received the 10-Year Service Award.

Dr. Aurora Besmonte and Mrs. Mercy Luntoc received 15-Year Service Award.

Dr. Anna Liza Bordado, Mr. Benjamin Ibarra Jr., Mr. Edwin Lachica, and Mr. Roger Olleta were honored with the 25-Year Service Award.

Mr. Isacar Palayar and Dr. Gil Pangindian were recognized with the 30-Year Service Award, while Mr. Elvin Bornel, Dr. Circe Hernandez, Mrs. Arlene Lagonoy, Mrs. Priscila Tandog, Mr. Martin Encinares, and Dr. Cornelio Funtanar received the 40-Year Service Award.

In addition to the service awards, the university celebrated exceptional performance through the Presidential Awards. Dr. Rose Ubano-Cid and Mr. Carlo Puro from the Calabanga Campus were among the recipients.

Dr. Rose Ubano-Cid received the Presidential Award for her exceptional contributions as a faculty member of the Calabanga Campus. Dr.  Aurora Besmonte was recognized for 15 years of dedicated service to the university, while Dr. Anna Liza Bordado was honored for 25 years of service. Their awards were given during the GUSI Awards Night at Villa Caceres Hotel, Naga City last October 11, 2024.

Dr. Rose Ubano-Cid is an Associate Professor V at CBSUA-Calabanga. She recently led the CBSUA CARES: Theater Arts Training and Production Management extension project and served as the research program leader for Sarong Aldaw (One Day): Retelling and Staging of Bikol Heritage under Saliksik at Likha (SALIKHA), a grant from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA). Dr. Cid is also the Artistic Director of SAMBIT, the theater group of CBSUA-Calabanga, and the Quality Assurance Head of the Calabanga Campus.

Dr. Aurora Besmonte is an Associate Professor II at CBSUA-Calabanga. As a former Dean of the College of Education, she established the BTLED program with majors in Fisheries Arts and Industrial Technology Arts, and the BSE major in Science. Under her leadership, CBSUA-Calabanga became a top-performing institution in the Philippines for Bachelor of Elementary Education. Dr. Besmonte has held various roles, including Curriculum Development Coordinator, Senior High School Coordinator, Laboratory High School Coordinator, and Scanner Adviser.

Dr. Anna Liza Bordado is an Associate Professor V at CBSUA-Calabanga. As a former Dean of the College of Education, she strengthened the college's programs by ensuring their accreditation through AACCUP and CHED. As the former Curriculum Development Coordinator, she contributed to the proposal and institutionalization of the Teacher Certificate Program (TCP), which provides non-education graduates the required Professional Education units to qualify for the Licensure Examination for Teachers. Dr. Bordado has held various roles, including being Graduate School Coordinator, the adviser of the Supreme Student Council, and teacher in the Laboratory High School. She currently serves as the TCP Coordinator, Chair of the Bids and Awards Committee at the campus, and the adviser of the Teacher Education Students Society (TESS).

Jerome Hipolito and Benjamin Ibarra, Jr.

The Scanner

Calabanga Campus won first in the Float Competition, first in Tikto Dance Challenge, and 4th in the Cheer Dance Exhibition during the opening program of the 15th Charter Anniversary of CBSUA.

Words by Jerome Hipolito

Photo by Jan Christian Montanez