In line with its commitment to broadening educational opportunities and strengthening institutional service capabilities, the University of Bohol (UB) formally assumed stewardship of the Bohol South Beach Hotel during a turnover and dedication ceremony held on December 30, 2025, at the seaside property in Purok 4, Sitio Daurong, Panglao, Bohol.
Positioned as part of UB’s strategic diversification efforts, the Bohol South Beach Hotel is now managed and operated by the University Hotel Service Corporation, a subsidiary of the University of Bohol. The facility is envisioned to function as an expanded learning environment that supports the university’s Hospitality Management and Tourism Management programs — both currently under Level II PAASCU accreditation — by bridging academic preparation with authentic industry practice.
Through this development, UB aims to enhance curricular implementation by providing students with direct industry exposure, hands-on professional training, and immersive experiential learning opportunities. Such initiatives are integral to the university’s mission of nurturing academically prepared, industry-responsive, and globally competitive graduates in the hospitality and tourism sectors.
The formal turnover of the property was jointly executed by UB President Dr. Victoriano B. Tirol III and former proprietor Ms. Mercedes M. Kennedy of Bohol South Beach Hotel. The ceremony was graced by UB Trustees Nuevas T. Montes and Lumin T. Pamaran; Vice President for Finance Dr. Maricel A. Tirol; Vice President for Administration Ms. Ria Eva M. Sevilla; College of Law Dean and Legal Consultant Atty. Greg B. Austral; Internal Auditor Mr. Rojemer G. Ojendras; Ms. Edina N. Espejo, Treasury Manager; Mr. James Emmanuel Tabigue, Marketing Head; Engr. Francisco Pamaran; Mr. Ryan Christian A. Tirol, UB Research Affiliate; Mr. Rian Mico A. Tirol, Philippines Sports Ambassador in Swimming; Miss Adrianna Kyla M. Sevilla, Marketing Associate of VIBE FM; Mr. Jacobe Joaquin M. Sevilla; and other distinguished guests.
This milestone underscores UB’s steadfast dedication to responsible institution-building, academic-industry integration, and the expansion of meaningful learning opportunities for its stakeholders.
(Leo Armando Boncales)
