UB 2030: Uniting for a Vision of Academic Excellence and Sustainable Impact
In line with shaping the University of Bohol’s trajectory toward 2030, a two-day planning session was held at the University Information Resource Center (IRC) with executive officers, administrative heads, process owners, and stakeholders last July 10-11, 2025. The Institutional Development Plan (IDP) 2030 embodies UB’s renewed commitment to producing exceptional graduates, fostering responsive systems, and deepening its impact on local and global communities. The University of Bohol IDP 2030 Core Committee led by Dr. Victoriano B. Tirol, III, University President, Dr. Maricel A. Tirol, Vice President for Finance, Dr. Marlumina B. Teh, Vice President for Academic Affairs together with the Deans, Principals and Unit Heads. 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. Day 1: Groundwork for Strategic Reflection The planning workshop began with an invocation led by Mr. James Emmanuel Tabigue, Marketing Head. Dr. Marlumina B. Teh, Vice President for Academic Affairs, welcomed the participants with a call to align academic excellence with responsive administration. Dr. Maricel A. Tirol, Vice President for Finance, underscored the importance of financial prudence in driving innovation. Dr. Maricel A. Tirol, Vice President for Finance, underscored the importance of sound financial governance as a cornerstone in guiding the University of Bohol toward long-term stability and sustainable growth. For his part, UB President Dr. Victoriano B. Tirol III outlined the University’s envisioned direction for the next five years, urging the entire community to embrace the challenge of transformation. His message underscored bold thinking, faculty empowerment, student-centered approaches, and enhanced community relevance. The core of the morning session centered on the review of the University Strategy Map 2025 and the Balance Scorecard, facilitated by Dr. Maria Luz Villarante, Dean of Planning and Quality Assurance. Key performance gaps and gains were identified across strategic objectives including employability, board performance, financial management, facilities, and student support services. UB President Dr. Victoriano B. Tirol III charted a visionary five-year direction, calling the UB community to lead transformative change through empowered faculty, student-focused innovation, and deeper community impact. Day 2 opened with reflections from Ms. Ria Eva Sevilla, Vice President for Administration, who highlighted the need to transform policies into pathways for innovation. Dr. Villarante recapped Day 1 insights, emphasizing that the ideas generated were now stepping stones for reform. Dr. Leah Wilfreda Pilongo, Dean of the University Research Center, shared international and CHED-aligned priorities, advocating for: Higher academic qualifications (PhD, JD) Promotion of 21st-century skills and entrepreneurship Greater research output and citations Global standards in instruction and curriculum Integration of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) These priorities became the springboard for the write shop sessions that followed—where eight institutional clusters came together not just to revise plans, but to reimagine what the University of Bohol can become. With clarity of purpose and bold determination, they refined UB’s strategic objectives and performance indicators to reflect the changing needs of education and society. The two-day session ended not simply with outputs, but with a profound sense of unity—a collective heartbeat that echoed across every room. The IDP 2030 is more than a roadmap; it is a living testament to UB’s unwavering mission to transform lives through Scholarship, Character, and Service. As UB steps into 2030, it does so with renewed strength and shared resolve. What lies ahead is not just institutional growth, but a future shaped by the courage, compassion, and conviction of UBians—ready to lead, ready to serve, and ready to build a university that truly makes a difference.
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 ~
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)
UB Celebrates Athletes’ Sporting Achievements
As part of its continued support for sports development among students, University of Bohol President Dr. Victoriano B. Tirol III personally commended the athletes for their outstanding performances during a Thanksgiving Gathering held in June 2025 at the Victoriano B. Tirol Jr. Sports Complex, Tagbilaran City. A total of 57 student-athletes and 12 coaches who participated and won medals in the 2025 National PRISAA Games and Palarong Pambansa were recognized. In his message, Dr. Tirol expressed deep appreciation for the achievements of the students, coaches, and officials. He emphasized that their successes call not only for celebration but also for thanksgiving to God for the blessings bestowed upon the institution. Dr. Tirol also highlighted the importance of self-discipline and focus in developing individual talents and skills in athletics, stressing that greatness in any endeavor is unattainable without discipline. A sports enthusiast himself, the University President reminded the athletes to maintain good working relationships with their coaches and trainers, who have been instrumental in their continued development as professional athletes. “The key to sustainability in any endeavor lies in collaboration,” Tirol stressed. The gathering was also graced by the presence of Dr. Maricel A. Tirol, Vice President for Finance, whose steadfast support ensures continued financial backing for sports development. The university’s sports development program is under the leadership of Mr. Asterio Pocot, UB Athletics Coordinator. (Leo Armando Boncales)
UB joins PGBohol and BPEMO in tree planting and growing activity
In line with its commitment to environmental stewardship, civic responsibility, and community engagement, the University of Bohol (UB) joined the tree planting and growing activity held on June 25, 2025, in Jambawan, Lila, Bohol. The activity was part of the nationwide celebration of Philippine Environment Month and Philippine Arbor Day, spearheaded by the Provincial Government of Bohol (PGB) through the Provincial Environment Management Office (BPEMO). Representatives from UB—composed of employees, students, and alumni—actively participated in the initiative, showcasing the university’s continuing dedication to sustainable development and environmental protection. In a memorandum issued by UB President Dr. Victoriano B. Tirol III, members of the UB community were encouraged to take part in the activity. “The tree planting activity not only affirms our institutional virtue of service but also aligns with the university’s mission of cultivating graduates who are environmentally conscious and socially responsible,” Dr. Tirol emphasized. Through this collaborative effort, UB strengthens its role as a proactive partner in building a greener and more sustainable Bohol. (Leo Armando Boncales)
UB President Tirol honors Palarong Pambansa 2025 Swim medalists
Shown in the photo (from left to right) are Mrs. Mole, Kleone M. Mole, Dr. Victoriano B. Tirol III, Bry Mackenzie Delito, Mrs. Delito, and Mr. Gutierrez, representing his son, Arwyne Benesis V. Gutierrez. In recognition of the outstanding achievements of University of Bohol swimmers at the recently concluded Palarong Pambansa 2025 in Tuguegarao City, Ilocos Norte, UB President Dr. Victoriano B. Tirol III personally welcomed the medalists and their parents at the Office of the President on June 23, 2025. As a gesture of appreciation, Dr. Tirol also awarded cash incentives to the winning athletes. Kleone Mole led the team with an impressive haul of one gold, one silver, and one bronze medal. Bry Mackenzie Delito earned two bronze medals, while Arwyne Benesis V. Gutierrez brought home one bronze medal. (Leo Armando Boncales)
