Sharpening Pedagogical Tools: Training the Trainers
In line with its commitment to advancing teaching excellence and professional development, the University successfully concluded part 2 of the Summer Institute 2025: Training of Trainers on Effective Teaching Practices, held on July 7–8, 2025 at the University’s Information Research Center (IRC). The two-day intensive training workshop brought together academic leaders, including deans, program chairs, program heads, academic coordinators, and selected faculty members for a focused learning experience on enhancing pedagogical effectiveness across programs. The training was facilitated by Dr. Mardy Verano, Executive Director and Lead Coach of Edustudio Learning and Training Services, who led in-depth sessions on critical aspects of teaching and learning, including effective questioning techniques, innovative teaching strategies, rubric development, and lesson design. Furthermore, the training enabled participants to develop and validate rubric systems tailored to measure student learning outcomes effectively. Through collaborative discussions and evaluative activities, attendees also explored various questioning frameworks and instructional strategies to create personalized and context-responsive pedagogical approaches. The Summer Institute is an annual University’s strategic initiative to institutionalize quality and excellence in instruction. By equipping faculty leaders with practical tools and frameworks, the training fosters a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in teaching practices across academic units. (Dr. Marilou V. Fudalan)
UB President Lauds Campus Karatekas for International Wins
University of Bohol (UB) President Dr. Victoriano B. Tirol, III, proudly welcomed and honored the UB Karate-Do Team following their victorious campaign at the 24th Milo International Karate-Do Championship 2025, held on June 19–22 at Titingwasa Stadium in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The UB karatekas showcased exceptional skill and discipline, bringing pride to the university and the country with multiple medal wins across various age categories. Leading the team was Daphne Maykayla Edillo, who clinched a Gold Medal in the 6–7 years old K-2 category. She was followed by: Justie Athena Jaspe – Silver Medalist, Kumite (14–15 years old, 54 kg girls) and Bronze Medalist, Team Kata (14–17 girls);Leanne Marie Alvarez – Bronze Medalist, Individual Kumite (16–17 years old, 47 kg girls) and Bronze Medalist, Team Kata (14–17 girls); Eveline Van Der Hoek – Bronze Medalist, Individual Kata (16–17 girls) and Kumite (16–17 girls, 59 kg); Stiffany Mae Alvarez – Bronze Medalist, Kumite (under 21 years old female category, 50 kg ); Feliz Emm Rulona – Bronze Medalist, Team Kata (14–17 girls); and Diana Cher Lañada – Bronze Medalist, Kumite (10–11 years old, 34 kg). The UB Karatedo Team trains under the tutelage of Shihan Alvarez from the UB College of Criminal Justice, with the guidance and stewardship of Mr. Asterio Pocot, UB Athletic Coordinator. In light of their impressive achievement, Dr. Tirol, commended the athletes for embodying the university’s core values of discipline, excellence, and perseverance on the international stage. He also expressed his gratitude to the coaching staff and parents for their unwavering support and dedication to the students’ holistic growth and development. (Leo Armando Boncales)
Learning Beyond Borders: UB Benchmarks Leading Academic Hubs in Davao City
Benchmarking is a strategic process of learning from higher education institutions that demonstrate exemplary quality standards and outcomes. It enables universities to identify and adopt evidence-based practices, foster innovation, and establish meaningful partnerships while engaging in critical reflection to assess institutional strengths and areas for improvement. In pursuit of this goal, the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs spearheaded a benchmarking visit to three of Davao City’s top-performing universities: the University of Mindanao (UM), Ateneo de Davao University (AdDU), and the University of Southeastern Philippines (USeP). The academic delegation was led by Atty. Marlumina B. Teh, Vice President for Academic Affairs, together with academic coordinators, program chairpersons, and program heads. UM is recognized as a leading research institution, ranking 65th nationally, 2nd in the Davao Region in the AD Scientific Index, and 23rd out of 235 Philippine universities in the latest UniRank rankings. The UB delegation was warmly received by Dr. Carmencita E. Vidamo, Senior Vice President for Personnel Services and University Registrar, and Ms. Esterlina B. Gevera, Deputy Quality Management Representative for Academics. A key highlight was UM’s Academic Affairs and the Institute of Pedagogical Advancement and Competitiveness (IPAC), which ensures curriculum quality, academic standard enforcement, and faculty development through data-driven processes. UM has institutionalized academic performance tracking through a proprietary software system equipped with a curriculum map calculator and AUN-QA calculator. The team also toured UM’s cutting-edge laboratories, museum, research centers, and its three-storey library, renowned as the largest in Mindanao. AdDU continues to distinguish itself as a center of academic innovation, ranking 1st in Mindanao and 11th in the Philippines in the 2025 QS World University Rankings. Mr. Jeremy S. Eliab, Executive Vice President, welcomed the UB team. The benchmarking discussions centered on curriculum development, instructional innovation, research initiatives, student services, and institutional advancement. It also shared its best practices on systems thinking, digital transformation, flexible learning environments, and inclusive governance. USeP holds a national ranking of 17th and is 2nd in the Davao Region according to the 2025 UniRank assessment. The UB delegation was received by Dr. Jeneifer C. Nueva, Vice President for Academic Affairs, who emphasized benchmarking as a vital collaborative practice among higher education institutions for mutual growth. Among the key takeaways was USeP’s Project Agila—an innovative research program progressing from incubation to commercialization, reflecting the university’s commitment to knowledge and technology transfer. The UB team also visited its advanced laboratory facilities and 11 specialized research centers focused on collaborative research, innovation, training, and creative academic outputs. (Dr. Marilou V. Fudalan)
UB Alumna Shines at World Police and Fire Games 2025
In the photo: PSMS Mizel M. Nayve at the World Games 2025 in Birmingham, Alabama, USA In the photo: A souvenir pose with her fellow members of the Philippine Team. Living up to the virtues of her alma mater—Scholarship, Character, and Service—Police Senior Master Sergeant (PSMS) Mizel Mahumot Nayve, a proud graduate of the University of Bohol College of Criminal Justice, brought home two medals after competing in the World Police and Fire Games 2025 held in Birmingham, Alabama, USA. A 2009 UB graduate and member of the Philippine Women’s Basketball Team, Nayve bagged a gold medal in the 3×3 basketball event and a silver medal in the Judo Women’s Category. Before joining the Philippine National Police (PNP) as a uniformed personnel, the youthful Nayve already showcased her leadership potential by serving as president of the University of Bohol Supreme Student Government (SSG) (Leo Armando Boncales)
Nursing Aptitude Test (S.Y. 2025-2026) Results – 3rd Batch
We are pleased to release the list of the 3rd Batch of Passers of the Nursing Aptitude Test (NAT) conducted last March 15 to May 3, 2025. These passers are qualified for enrollment and are given the period of July 7 to July 18, 2025 to process their reservation fees. All passers are advised to proceed to the Nursing Department or send a message to the official UB Nursing Department Facebook Page for more details. List of 100 examinees (3rd Priority for Enrollment): NAPARAM, KLEYR SUZAINE J. JAPA, PRINCESS CASSANDRA MELICOR, KHYLE RASHLY T. CEPEDOZA, EURA LYNN L. MENDEZ, ABIGAIL BACO, KRIS DAVID U. BOTERO, SEAN RAY U. DUMDAG, MARY LHENE G. ARBILON, NICOS KARL C. CABATINGAN, ODEATRIZ ALO, CARIN MAE JENISAN, JOHN PATRICK P ACLAN, KIMBERLY BOLABON, JOSE JOHN C. DIONEDA, DIXY JANE O. CAGADAS, ALEXA NECOLE GURREA, KATHLENE KAYE A. ESAGRE, GIONNA MAE VISDA, VONESS KIM C. DE LOS SANTOS, MARY BERNADETH B. YBAÑEZ, ALIAH MARZ M. OYAO, MIKEE ELA TAGUPA, MARY CHANDRA GALOS, MUTYA JIANINA OMBAOGAN, TRISHA MAE S. RAFAEL, ETHAN LOWELL S. VERGARA, BEA NIEVA F. JABINES, ALLIAH JADE A. RAGUSTA, MARY ANGELYNE B. TORRENTINA, RHEA GRACE N. ADAZA, ULYSSES XAVIER B. VALLOTA, LEIRAH G. TABIGUE, CHELSEY ZOE E. MARTINEZ, KRISHA SHYRIE L. CARPENTERO, AIRENE GEL M UNGAB, JOUELLA JEAN P. LUCAGBO, ASHELY NICOLE ESCOBIO, MARIA JEAN T. DUMAY, ABEGAIL M. LLOREN, KC G. CAGATA, RITA ANGELIE GAMAYOT, AIRA MORGIA, ALLAINE D ROBLICO, ASHLEY NICOLE JAYA, LOUISZA FAIE GUDEN, MARIEL A. PAGULONG, KHEZIA JERIOLE O. DIEZ, PRINCESS SOPHIA F. BESINGA, ANGEL SISTINE INOJALES, AYESHA NICOLE VILLA, SHEQUINA ALTHEA A. GAMAY, MARIELLE BANGA JULIET CASTANEROS, JEHU EMMANUEL BAKEREL, DARELL NAPITAN, MARY ROSE P. TORRES, ALEAYAH ASHLEY LERIAS, JOYCE MARIE S. LUSTERO, YASMIN VISTO, HANNAH MAE PALERO, CATHLENE H. MULATO, ANGEL LOURDES T. ACERA, GREACHEL B. TUBAL, CHARLENE D. CEBALLOS, KRISTINE C. SUELLO, QUIENNY Y GUNHURAN, KIRSTY FANE C. GALVEZ, ASHLEY E. ESGUERRA, PREENZYRE XYROUS L. BALORIO, JOHN B. LARIOSA, NINA FLORENCE MANTILLA, ZSU SHEEN B. SALOMON, PRINCESS M. SINGH, SHAVETA T. OLAIVAR, GERRA FLORAINE MANIMBO, DOVA TRISHA BAGUIO, SEBASIAN EJ P. BAGULOS, AARON G. LLIMIT, MARK CHRISTIAN D. ANCOG, LYCA BEBZ C. TUNGOLH, MYLA GLEN SALAMANCA, ZITA BELLE CUBE, LINSEY RACHELLE T. NAMOCATCAT, ELDIN MORRICE ESCOBIDO, ANGELICA MAE J. ROMO, RUSSEL B. REQUILME, BIA GWYNETH L. TIONG, HANNAH SHYLENE S. NAMATA, JOHN KARL SALAUM, MICA ELLA REDULLA, GWYENETH ANDREA M. GUMAPAC, KYLA D. MEDALLA, ZAMANTHA THERESE B. TAN, CHARMYNE JEAN L. ASUNTO, JIRAH ANNE C. BIASON, PATRICIA NICOLE B. TAN, LEILA ADRIENNE G. BAGUE, DECEE FAITH E. AÑANA, SHEENA JAYNE B. LABUNOG, JESSA D. ~ NOTHING FOLLOWS ~
June 2025 Master Plumbers Licensure Examination Passers
We proudly celebrate the success of our graduates who have passed the June 2025 Master Plumbers Licensure Examination, achieving an outstanding UB First-Takers Passing Rate of 100.00%, surpassing the National Passing Rate of 48.07%. Your hard work, perseverance, and dedication have led you to this incredible achievement, and we are honored to be part of your journey. List of Passers: PACANZA, JESON SUPIEZA As you embark on your professional careers, may you continue to uphold the values of Scholarship, Character, and Service, making a meaningful impact in your chosen field and in society. WE ARE PROUD OF YOU!
June 2025 Physical Therapists Licensure Examination Passers
We proudly celebrate the success of our graduates who have passed the June 2025 Physical Therapists Licensure Examination. Your hard work, perseverance, and dedication have led you to this incredible achievement, and we are honored to be part of your journey. List of Passers: GUSTILO, WILMA THERESE QUIDLAT UY, PRINCESS ANNA JAMELLAH SIERAS As you embark on your professional careers, may you continue to uphold the values of Scholarship, Character, and Service, making a meaningful impact in your chosen field and in society. WE ARE PROUD OF YOU!
June 2025 Occupational Therapists Licensure Examination Passers
We proudly celebrate the success of our graduates who have passed the June 2025 Occupational Therapists Licensure Examination, achieving an outstanding UB Overall Passing Rate of 50.00%, surpassing the National Passing Rate of 42.26%. Your hard work, perseverance, and dedication have led you to this incredible achievement, and we are honored to be part of your journey. List of Passers: DE ASIS, HONEYLYNE TORRES OPSIMA, AERYKA JAYD TEMEÑA As you embark on your professional careers, may you continue to uphold the values of Scholarship, Character, and Service, making a meaningful impact in your chosen field and in society. WE ARE PROUD OF YOU!
May 2025 CAAP Airframe and Powerplant Certification Examination Passers
We proudly celebrate the success of our graduates who have passed the May 2025 CAAP Airframe and Powerplant Certification Examination. Your hard work, perseverance, and dedication have led you to this incredible achievement, and we are honored to be part of your journey. List of Passers: CHEN, CYRIL KEHN PLANOS DAHIROC, DONDY MARK CAHATOL LEGASPI, ROGELIO JR. LARISMA OMAMALIN, VINCENT ANIAGA PUTONG, CLARK AMILA TAGARO, JHUNREY MAESTRE As you embark on your professional careers, may you continue to uphold the values of Scholarship, Character, and Service, making a meaningful impact in your chosen field and in society. WE ARE PROUD OF YOU!
UB Receives Public Alliance Award from Tagbilaran City
In the photo: Mr. James Emmanuel Tabigue, UB Marketing and Extension Services Head (second from right), receives the award on behalf of UB President Dr. Victoriano B. Tirol III. He is joined by (from left) City Vice Mayor Atty. Adam Jala, City Mayor Jane Censoria Cajes-Yap, and City Administrator Mr. Alvin Acuzar. In recognition of its strong and enduring partnership with the City Government of Tagbilaran, the University of Bohol (UB) was honored with the Public Alliance Award during the 59th Charter Day Celebration of Tagbilaran City on July 1, 2025, held at the Bohol Wisdom School gymnasium. Tagbilaran City Mayor Jane Censoria Cajes-Yap, together with Vice Mayor Atty. Adam Jala, and City Administrator Alvin Acuzar personally presented the award to UB in acknowledgment of the university’s active role in promoting transformative education, responsive governance, and sustainable community development. The city lauded UB’s unwavering commitment to collaborative engagement, citing its invaluable support and consistent participation in joint civic and academic initiatives. The recognition affirms the shared vision and partnership between UB and the local government in driving positive change for the community. (Leo Armando Boncales)
