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Wesleyan University (Philippines)
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Wesleyan University-Philippines (WU-P) is a private, non-stock, non-profit and non-sectarian university located in Cabanatuan City
, Nueva Ecija
, Philippines. Founded in 1946 as the Philippine Wesleyan College, it is named after John Wesley
, the founder of Methodism
.
The university offers Pre-Elementary, Grade School, High School
, Undergraduate and Graduate Programs
. It offers the SHARE (Studentship Assistance for the Handicapped and their Rehabilitation through Education) program, the first of its kind in Central Luzon.
Recently, the University has been granted autonomy by the Commission on Higher Education
.
Wesleyan University – Philippines is one of the schools that emerged out of the ashes of the Second World War and, for more than 60 years, has been considered as among the top-ranking educational institutions in Central Luzon
along with the Angeles University Foundation
and Holy Angel University
in the neighboring province of Pampanga.
The school was opened in 1946 when several Methodist brethren led by Rev. Carlos Mañacop, Sr. pushed for the establishment of a Christian
institution of higher learning in Cabanatuan City
. On July 1 of the same year the group officially established a school, which they named Philippine Wesleyan College (PWC) in honor of John Wesley
, the founder of Methodism. The PWC was incorporated on April 28, 1948.
The school, which started in an old and dilapidated structure made up of bamboo fronds, employed an initial workforce of 19 faculty members. The first batch of students composed of 368 enrollees taking Liberal Arts
and Teacher Education
, the first courses offered by Wesleyan.
Under the administrations of Rev. Mañacop (1947-1952), Dr. Roxy Lefforge (1952-1954) and Dr. Asuncion A. Perez (1954-1967), Wesleyan posted rapid growth. Mañacop was able to bring an unprecedented increase in enrollment due to the addition of new courses, while a U-shaped concrete four-story building was constructed during the time of Perez at Del Pilar Street.
PWC since then grew in terms of academic and community outreach programs, physical plant and facilities, student population and campus area. Bishop Ralph Cushman’s cash donation to purchase three hectares of land spurred an outpouring of philanthropic backings that led to Wesleyan’s rapid expansion, with another two-hectares of land being donated by the Garcia family. Years later, a German Protestant organization donated funds used to construct the Academic and EZE buildings in the new Cushman campus.
Philippine Wesleyan College was awarded university status and became Wesleyan University-Philippines (WUP) on April 24, 1978.
In 1982, the university prepared a ten-year development plan (1982–1992) which prioritized the transferring of the entire university to the all-new Cushman Campus, a goal which was accomplished a year ahead of schedule. Later, an extension campus was built at Poblacion 01, Maria Aurora, Aurora.
During the term of Dr. Gloria D. Lacson (1970-1994), many other improvements took place. Being the first president of Wesleyan as a university and the first administrator to have her office in the Cushman Campus, she oversaw the completion of the three-story EZE building which would house the College of Education. Beside the building was also constructed the Academic Building that houses the Colleges of Business and Accountancy as well as the College of Arts and Sciences. The four-story concrete Library and Research Building, the High School Building and the Administration Building which bears her name were made available. A concrete two-story building housing the College of Engineering was built in the new campus. Some new courses were offered and the Graduate School was opened.
This period of infrastructural development was continued by Dr. Emmanuel G. Cleto (1995-2000). During his term the D.D. Alejandro Hall, a five-story concrete building in front of the High School Department where classes of the College of Computer Studies were held, was inaugurated. Cleto executed the construction of the five-story concrete dormitory which would soon be transformed into the Wesleyan University General Hospital and Cardiovascular Center (WUGHCC) at the southern part of the campus, while at the north a three-story concrete building was completed to accommodate the Pre-school and Elementary School departments.
Under Dr. Zenaida P. Lumba, the building for the College of Hotel, Restaurant and Institution Management (CHRIM), the CHRIM Mini Hotel and the Graduate School rose. The renovation of the University Gate was completed and the John Wesley Park, where the life-sized statue of John Wesley created by TOYM-awardee Juan Sajid de Leon is, was completed.
Since then, the university has increased in the number of courses and programs it offers. Courses such as Nursing, Social Work, Nutrition, Agriculture, Electronics and Communications Engineering, Graduate Courses in Business Administration and a doctoral program were added. The Computer Science, BS in Criminology, and BS in Hotel, Restaurant and Institution Management courses have been recently recognized by the Commission on Higher Education.
During the administration of Atty. Guillermo T. Maglaya the WU-P Cardiovascular Diagnostic Center and Medical Center (now renamed the Wesleyan University General Hospital and Cardiovascular Center or WUGHCC) was established. It is along Tandang Sora St., Mabini Extension, Cabanatuan City.
The university has been granted an autonomous status by the Commission on Higher Education
(CHED) effective March 11, 2009 because of its education integrity and dedicated faculty and office personnel.
Current President Manuel G. Palomo (in office since May 2009) was able to make the school directly accessible from Maharlika Highway through the new North Gate, which has proved to be an accomplishment very beneficial to the Wesleyan community.
A few months after assuming presidency Palomo opened Medical Technology, Midwifery and Radiologic Technology courses. The president plans new programs offering Doctor of Medicine and Bachelor of Law degrees. More are envisioned for Wesleyan, like a new air-conditioned and state-of-the-art gymnasium and an Olympic-sized swimming pool.
As of today, Wesleyan continues to grow to meet the standards of a world class and autonomous university.
: the Cushman Campus and Aurora Campus.
The Cushman Campus is a more than seven-hectare area donated by Methodist Bishop Ralph Cushman, on Mabini Ext., Cabanatuan City. The campus has 60 buildings and is the center of the university's operations. Aurora Campus is on San Joaquin, Ma. Aurora, Aurora, and is built to sustain the education needs of the province.
In 1990-1991, Wesleyan University-Philippines was identified by the Philippine Association for Teacher Education (PAFTE) as the regional center for Teacher Education. The College of Education serves also as a Teacher-Training Institution (TTI) for the training of secondary Science and Mathematics teachers.
In 1991-1992, WU-P was nominated by the DECS Regional Office III as one of the excellent schools in Region III. Likewise, the Philippine Historical Association named WU-P a Regional Nucleus School. The university serves as the seat of the non-government organizations (NGOs) forum in Nueva Ecija and the center for Drug Prevention Education in the province. The College of Technology is a Center of Development for Region III, a recognition granted by the Commission on Higher Education III (CHED III).
The Commission on Higher Education granted this university a Deregulated Status in 2004. In the most recent evaluation conducted in 2005 by the Commission on Higher Education, the WU-P Graduate School was rated "very good," besting all other schools in Region III including the state universities and colleges.
Recently, the university became one of few private higher institutions in the country that have been granted autonomy by the Commission on Higher Education
.
At least three Wesleyan students became Ayala Young Leaders while one alumnus, Jerome M. Dayao, was selected as one of the Ten Outstanding Students of the Philippines (TOSP) for 2006 in the field of medicine. Dayao was the first TOSP awardee in the Central Luzon Region. He was the editor-in-chief of Genré, the central student publication of WU-P from 2005 to 2006. Ellaine Cris delos Reyes, Adrian Manaois and Franco Evangelista became finalists of TOSP. Orlando Zarate Jr., Governor of Nursing Students Organization 2008-2009 was chosen as one of the Top Ten Outstanding Nursing Students in the Philippines.
There are at least more than 35 active tertiary-level minor organizations in the university, each acting under the supervision of the Office of Student Affairs headed by Dr. Priscila A. Santos. Some tertiary-level clubs chartered as student arms are the Red Cross Youth (Red Cross Intl.), College-Y (YMCA), JPIA, JFINEX, SaveMe Movement, Every Nation Youth Ministries, Campus Youth Ministry, Service for Peace Club, Solely Indispensable Nursing Arts Guild (SINAG, Foreign/International Students Organization and the International Youth Fellowship (IYF) and others. Meanwhile, root organizations have been established by the students. The university has a chorale group and a stage-performing club, the Telon.
Fraternities are not recognized by the WU-P administration, but there are a few underground brotherhood such as the Tau Gamma Phi
, Alpha Phi Omega
, Kappa Epsilon, Delta Phi Omicron, etc.
Formerly named The Chronicle, Genré
is the central student publication of the university. Apart from the central paper, the College of Nursing also has its own official college publication named The Impulse. The university also issues the Wesleyan Updates, the only publication which is not edited by the students.
Genré usually issues a newsletter and/or magazine edition during the first semester, and another newsletter and/or literary folio during the second semester (frequency of publication is determined according to editorial preference and budget). The editors and staff writers are known for their achievements in press congresses and other major off-campus competitions and award-giving bodies. For instance Region III's first TOSP awardee (Jerome Dayao) and all of WU-P's Ayala Young Leaders have been editors of the publication.
As a journalistic publication, Genré enjoys editorial independence. Members of the editorial board and staff are selected through a competitive entrance examination administered by the adviser every June or July. The adviser (currently Prof. Ruth C. Alfonso) is the only personnel designated by the Office of the Student Affairs to handle the publication. Usually, selection does not exceed 16 staffers and members of the editorial board; this number has proven inadequate for its operations as universitywide reportage requires the efforts of more journalists. Tthe publication is sometimes cited for its failure to report news from some colleges due to a shortage of correspondents and absence of press releases coming from student council PROs. It has been decided by the advisory to expand Genrés membership in the coming school year.
There are local student publications for each course: The Impulse, College of Nursing; The Wesleyanian, high school and The Graders, elementary department. The elementary and high school journalism team has represented the university in many contests like the Division, Regional and National Schools Press Conference which is initiated by DepEd in school divisions.
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Cabanatuan City
The City of Cabanatuan is a first class, urban city in the province of Nueva Ecija, Philippines. It is considered the commercial, industrial and educational hub of the province. According to the latest census, it has a population of 259,267 people in 45,424 households which makes it the largest...
, Nueva Ecija
Nueva Ecija
Nueva Ecija is a landlocked province of the Philippines located in the Central Luzon region. Its capital is Palayan City...
, Philippines. Founded in 1946 as the Philippine Wesleyan College, it is named after John Wesley
John Wesley
John Wesley was a Church of England cleric and Christian theologian. Wesley is largely credited, along with his brother Charles Wesley, as founding the Methodist movement which began when he took to open-air preaching in a similar manner to George Whitefield...
, the founder of Methodism
Methodism
Methodism is a movement of Protestant Christianity represented by a number of denominations and organizations, claiming a total of approximately seventy million adherents worldwide. The movement traces its roots to John Wesley's evangelistic revival movement within Anglicanism. His younger brother...
.
The university offers Pre-Elementary, Grade School, High School
High school
High school is a term used in parts of the English speaking world to describe institutions which provide all or part of secondary education. The term is often incorporated into the name of such institutions....
, Undergraduate and Graduate Programs
Postgraduate education
Postgraduate education involves learning and studying for degrees or other qualifications for which a first or Bachelor's degree generally is required, and is normally considered to be part of higher education...
. It offers the SHARE (Studentship Assistance for the Handicapped and their Rehabilitation through Education) program, the first of its kind in Central Luzon.
Recently, the University has been granted autonomy by the Commission on Higher Education
Commission on Higher Education (Philippines)
The Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, , abbreviated as CHED. The CHED is attached to the Office of the President for administrative purposes...
.
History
Central Luzon
Central Luzon , also known as Region III , is an administrative division or region of the Republic of the Philippines, primarily serve to organize the 7 provinces of the vast central plain of the island of Luzon , for administrative convenience...
along with the Angeles University Foundation
Angeles University Foundation
The Angeles University Foundation , is a private Roman Catholic university in Angeles City, Philippines. It is a non-stock, non-profit educational institution established on May 25, 1962 by Mr. Agustin P. Angeles, Dr. Barbara Y. Angeles and family...
and Holy Angel University
Holy Angel University
Holy Angel University is a private Catholic university located in Angeles City, Philippines. Founded in 1933, it is considered the first Catholic school in the country that was founded by the laity as well as the first Catholic high school that was co-educational .Sitting on a...
in the neighboring province of Pampanga.
The school was opened in 1946 when several Methodist brethren led by Rev. Carlos Mañacop, Sr. pushed for the establishment of a Christian
Christian
A Christian is a person who adheres to Christianity, an Abrahamic, monotheistic religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth as recorded in the Canonical gospels and the letters of the New Testament...
institution of higher learning in Cabanatuan City
Cabanatuan City
The City of Cabanatuan is a first class, urban city in the province of Nueva Ecija, Philippines. It is considered the commercial, industrial and educational hub of the province. According to the latest census, it has a population of 259,267 people in 45,424 households which makes it the largest...
. On July 1 of the same year the group officially established a school, which they named Philippine Wesleyan College (PWC) in honor of John Wesley
John Wesley
John Wesley was a Church of England cleric and Christian theologian. Wesley is largely credited, along with his brother Charles Wesley, as founding the Methodist movement which began when he took to open-air preaching in a similar manner to George Whitefield...
, the founder of Methodism. The PWC was incorporated on April 28, 1948.
The school, which started in an old and dilapidated structure made up of bamboo fronds, employed an initial workforce of 19 faculty members. The first batch of students composed of 368 enrollees taking Liberal Arts
Liberal arts
The term liberal arts refers to those subjects which in classical antiquity were considered essential for a free citizen to study. Grammar, Rhetoric and Logic were the core liberal arts. In medieval times these subjects were extended to include mathematics, geometry, music and astronomy...
and Teacher Education
Teacher education
Teacher education refers to the policies and procedures designed to equip prospective teachers with the knowledge, attitudes, behaviors and skills they require to perform their tasks effectively in the classroom, school and wider community....
, the first courses offered by Wesleyan.
Administrators
Nine sdministrators have taken turns in steering the growth of Wesleyan.- Dr. Dionisio D. Alejandro (1946–1947), the first Filipino Bishop of the Methodist Church in the Philippines;
- Rev. Carlos Mañacop, Sr. (1947–1952), the founder, then district superintendent of the Nueva Ecija Methodist Church;
- Dr. Roxy Lefforge (1952–1954), the executive dean of the Philippine Christian College in Manila;
- Dr. Asuncion Perez (1954–1967), the first Filipino woman cabinet member of the Philippine Government as Social Welfare Administrator;
- Dr. Fidel P. Galang (1967–1970);
- Dr. Gloria D. Lacson (1970–1993), former dean of the Mary Johnston College of Nursing of the then Philippine Christian College and a retired Colonel of the Nursing Corps of the Armed Forces of the Philippines;
- Dr. Emmanuel G. Cleto, former judge and commissioner of the Civil Service Commission, took over the reins of the university in the latter part of 1993. Cleto acted as officer-in-charge from December 4, 1993 until March 20, 1994 and was appointed acting president by the Board of Trustees in 1994;
- Dr. Zenaida Lumba (2001–2004), former President, Harris Memorial College; and
- Atty. Guillermo T. Maglaya (2004–2009), who was officer-in-charge in 2004 and was formally installed as President in 2005, former NBI and NAIA Administrator;
- Prof. Manuel G. Palomo (2009–present), former professor and alumnus of the university. He was appointed chairman of the Board of Trustees and became president in May 2009.
Growth
PWC since then grew in terms of academic and community outreach programs, physical plant and facilities, student population and campus area. Bishop Ralph Cushman’s cash donation to purchase three hectares of land spurred an outpouring of philanthropic backings that led to Wesleyan’s rapid expansion, with another two-hectares of land being donated by the Garcia family. Years later, a German Protestant organization donated funds used to construct the Academic and EZE buildings in the new Cushman campus.
Philippine Wesleyan College was awarded university status and became Wesleyan University-Philippines (WUP) on April 24, 1978.
In 1982, the university prepared a ten-year development plan (1982–1992) which prioritized the transferring of the entire university to the all-new Cushman Campus, a goal which was accomplished a year ahead of schedule. Later, an extension campus was built at Poblacion 01, Maria Aurora, Aurora.
During the term of Dr. Gloria D. Lacson (1970-1994), many other improvements took place. Being the first president of Wesleyan as a university and the first administrator to have her office in the Cushman Campus, she oversaw the completion of the three-story EZE building which would house the College of Education. Beside the building was also constructed the Academic Building that houses the Colleges of Business and Accountancy as well as the College of Arts and Sciences. The four-story concrete Library and Research Building, the High School Building and the Administration Building which bears her name were made available. A concrete two-story building housing the College of Engineering was built in the new campus. Some new courses were offered and the Graduate School was opened.
This period of infrastructural development was continued by Dr. Emmanuel G. Cleto (1995-2000). During his term the D.D. Alejandro Hall, a five-story concrete building in front of the High School Department where classes of the College of Computer Studies were held, was inaugurated. Cleto executed the construction of the five-story concrete dormitory which would soon be transformed into the Wesleyan University General Hospital and Cardiovascular Center (WUGHCC) at the southern part of the campus, while at the north a three-story concrete building was completed to accommodate the Pre-school and Elementary School departments.
Under Dr. Zenaida P. Lumba, the building for the College of Hotel, Restaurant and Institution Management (CHRIM), the CHRIM Mini Hotel and the Graduate School rose. The renovation of the University Gate was completed and the John Wesley Park, where the life-sized statue of John Wesley created by TOYM-awardee Juan Sajid de Leon is, was completed.
Since then, the university has increased in the number of courses and programs it offers. Courses such as Nursing, Social Work, Nutrition, Agriculture, Electronics and Communications Engineering, Graduate Courses in Business Administration and a doctoral program were added. The Computer Science, BS in Criminology, and BS in Hotel, Restaurant and Institution Management courses have been recently recognized by the Commission on Higher Education.
During the administration of Atty. Guillermo T. Maglaya the WU-P Cardiovascular Diagnostic Center and Medical Center (now renamed the Wesleyan University General Hospital and Cardiovascular Center or WUGHCC) was established. It is along Tandang Sora St., Mabini Extension, Cabanatuan City.
The university has been granted an autonomous status by the Commission on Higher Education
Commission on Higher Education (Philippines)
The Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, , abbreviated as CHED. The CHED is attached to the Office of the President for administrative purposes...
(CHED) effective March 11, 2009 because of its education integrity and dedicated faculty and office personnel.
Current President Manuel G. Palomo (in office since May 2009) was able to make the school directly accessible from Maharlika Highway through the new North Gate, which has proved to be an accomplishment very beneficial to the Wesleyan community.
A few months after assuming presidency Palomo opened Medical Technology, Midwifery and Radiologic Technology courses. The president plans new programs offering Doctor of Medicine and Bachelor of Law degrees. More are envisioned for Wesleyan, like a new air-conditioned and state-of-the-art gymnasium and an Olympic-sized swimming pool.
As of today, Wesleyan continues to grow to meet the standards of a world class and autonomous university.
Campus
The university has two campuses in Central LuzonCentral Luzon
Central Luzon , also known as Region III , is an administrative division or region of the Republic of the Philippines, primarily serve to organize the 7 provinces of the vast central plain of the island of Luzon , for administrative convenience...
: the Cushman Campus and Aurora Campus.
The Cushman Campus is a more than seven-hectare area donated by Methodist Bishop Ralph Cushman, on Mabini Ext., Cabanatuan City. The campus has 60 buildings and is the center of the university's operations. Aurora Campus is on San Joaquin, Ma. Aurora, Aurora, and is built to sustain the education needs of the province.
Accreditation and recognition
The University operates five programs enjoying Level II Accreditation Status certified by the Federation of Accrediting Agencies of the Philippines (FAAP) for the Association of Christian Schools and Colleges Accrediting Agency, Inc. (ACSC-AAI). These programs are the pre-school, elementary, high school, Accountancy and the Graduate School. The Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Education, and Business Administration enjoy Level III Accreditation status.In 1990-1991, Wesleyan University-Philippines was identified by the Philippine Association for Teacher Education (PAFTE) as the regional center for Teacher Education. The College of Education serves also as a Teacher-Training Institution (TTI) for the training of secondary Science and Mathematics teachers.
In 1991-1992, WU-P was nominated by the DECS Regional Office III as one of the excellent schools in Region III. Likewise, the Philippine Historical Association named WU-P a Regional Nucleus School. The university serves as the seat of the non-government organizations (NGOs) forum in Nueva Ecija and the center for Drug Prevention Education in the province. The College of Technology is a Center of Development for Region III, a recognition granted by the Commission on Higher Education III (CHED III).
The Commission on Higher Education granted this university a Deregulated Status in 2004. In the most recent evaluation conducted in 2005 by the Commission on Higher Education, the WU-P Graduate School was rated "very good," besting all other schools in Region III including the state universities and colleges.
Recently, the university became one of few private higher institutions in the country that have been granted autonomy by the Commission on Higher Education
Commission on Higher Education (Philippines)
The Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, , abbreviated as CHED. The CHED is attached to the Office of the President for administrative purposes...
.
Academic programs
- Pre-School
- Grade School or Elementary
- Secondary Education
- Tertiary Education
- Graduate School
Notable alumni
- Ben G. Domingo - Journalism professor, mountain climber, and sports expert
- Patricia Llena - Power/Weight Lifter Gold Medalist (International)
- Jaime J. Bautista – President/CEO, Philippines Airlines
- Dr. Proceso T. Domingo – Undersecretary, Department of National Defense
- Dr. Hilario C. Ortiz – President, Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology (NEUST)
- Prof. Manuel G. Palomo – Former President, Wesleyan University – Philippines
- Atty. Guillermo T. Maglaya – Former President, Wesleyan University – Philippines
- Dr. Danilo G. Tan – Vice President for Academic Affairs, Central Luzon State University
- Dr. Celia R. Castillon – Vice President for Academic Affairs, M.V. Gallego Foundation Colleges
- Prof. Sheridan J. Ferino – Vice President for Academic Affairs, La Fortuna College
- Dr. Anselmo D. Lupdag – (Former) Vice President for Academic Affairs, WUP
- Sofronio R. Mina Jr. - Technical Support Specialist, Wesleyan University-Philippines
- Prof. Roselyn B. Bilog – Vice President for Administration, M. V. Gallego Foundation Colleges
- Dr. Soledad M. Rogel – Dean, Institute of Graduate Studies, Central Luzon State University
- Feliciano B. Alvarez – Assistant Vice-President for Corporate Planning, Korea Malaysia Philippines Mining Company
- Jose Gamboa, Jr. – Bishop, United Methodist Church
- Solito K. Toquero – Bishop, United Methodist Church
- Gilbert M. Tumibay PhDIT - Dean College of Computer Studies, Wesleyan University-Philippines
- Mildred T. Ancheta – 2006 Ten Outstanding Principals of the Philippines Awardee
- Elenita Bautista-Malicse - Outstanding Filipino Nurse Award - Nurse Educator Category
- Elaine Cris N. delos Reyes - 2008 Ayala Young Leader
- Leo Dagamac – 1985 CPA Board Exam First Placer
- Jerome Dayao - 2006 Ten Outstanding Students of the Philippines awardee
- Luzviminda Gutierrez-Palad - Philippine Nurses Association of Metropolitan Houston (PNAMH) Outstanding Filipino Nurse (OFN) Award - Nurse Researcher Category
- Rose Marielle C. Mamaclay - 2008 World Championships of the Performing Arts gold multi-medalist
- Marybeth Ortiz – 2008 Most Outstanding Social Welfare and Development Officers awardee
- Emmy-Lou del Rosario-Sanchez – 2007 Wales Care Awards Nurse of the Year
- Rosalyn "Sirikit" Santiago – 2006 Bb. Pilipinas First Runner-up
- Orlando V. Zarate, Jr. -2008 Ten Most Outstanding Student Nurses of the Philippines awardee
Honorary Alumni
- Reynato Puno – former Chief Justice
- Fidel V. Ramos - former Philippine president
- Manuel “Manny” Villar – former Senate president
- Salvador B. Zamorra II – industrialist
Student leadership and clubs
There are at least more than 35 active tertiary-level minor organizations in the university, each acting under the supervision of the Office of Student Affairs headed by Dr. Priscila A. Santos. Some tertiary-level clubs chartered as student arms are the Red Cross Youth (Red Cross Intl.), College-Y (YMCA), JPIA, JFINEX, SaveMe Movement, Every Nation Youth Ministries, Campus Youth Ministry, Service for Peace Club, Solely Indispensable Nursing Arts Guild (SINAG, Foreign/International Students Organization and the International Youth Fellowship (IYF) and others. Meanwhile, root organizations have been established by the students. The university has a chorale group and a stage-performing club, the Telon.
Fraternities are not recognized by the WU-P administration, but there are a few underground brotherhood such as the Tau Gamma Phi
Tau Gamma Phi
Tau Gamma Phi also known as the Triskelions' Grand Fraternity, is a fraternity established in the Philippines. Its members call themselves Triskelions. Their aim is to see a Fraternity System devoid of violence, and to earnestly propagate their fraternity's principles as their way of life...
, Alpha Phi Omega
Alpha Phi Omega
Alpha Phi Omega is the largest collegiate fraternity in the United States, with chapters at over 350 campuses, an active membership of approximately 17,000 students, and over 350,000 alumni members...
, Kappa Epsilon, Delta Phi Omicron, etc.
Publications
Genre
Genre , Greek: genos, γένος) is the term for any category of literature or other forms of art or culture, e.g. music, and in general, any type of discourse, whether written or spoken, audial or visual, based on some set of stylistic criteria. Genres are formed by conventions that change over time...
is the central student publication of the university. Apart from the central paper, the College of Nursing also has its own official college publication named The Impulse. The university also issues the Wesleyan Updates, the only publication which is not edited by the students.
Genré usually issues a newsletter and/or magazine edition during the first semester, and another newsletter and/or literary folio during the second semester (frequency of publication is determined according to editorial preference and budget). The editors and staff writers are known for their achievements in press congresses and other major off-campus competitions and award-giving bodies. For instance Region III's first TOSP awardee (Jerome Dayao) and all of WU-P's Ayala Young Leaders have been editors of the publication.
As a journalistic publication, Genré enjoys editorial independence. Members of the editorial board and staff are selected through a competitive entrance examination administered by the adviser every June or July. The adviser (currently Prof. Ruth C. Alfonso) is the only personnel designated by the Office of the Student Affairs to handle the publication. Usually, selection does not exceed 16 staffers and members of the editorial board; this number has proven inadequate for its operations as universitywide reportage requires the efforts of more journalists. Tthe publication is sometimes cited for its failure to report news from some colleges due to a shortage of correspondents and absence of press releases coming from student council PROs. It has been decided by the advisory to expand Genrés membership in the coming school year.
There are local student publications for each course: The Impulse, College of Nursing; The Wesleyanian, high school and The Graders, elementary department. The elementary and high school journalism team has represented the university in many contests like the Division, Regional and National Schools Press Conference which is initiated by DepEd in school divisions.
External links
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