UP Fisheries Guild College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences

University of the Philippines Visayas 5023 Miagao, Iloilo

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UP Fisheries Guild.

EDITORIAL BOARD: Editor-in-chief Omar Adrianne Alaman; Associate Editor Dominique

Mediodia; Lay-out Editor Karissa Paula Feliza; Feature Editor Essa Kathleen Yanson; Managing Editor Jella Marice Salarda; News Editor Lovella Mae Magluyan; WRITERS: Gaily Jubie Hontiveros, Gardel Xyza Libunao, Nicole Niña Chavez, Bea Segura, Angela Marie Daayata,

Merlan Lanusga, Farisal Ungkakay-Bagsit, ; Cartoonist Jessie John Gayo; Contributors: Mr. Mel Cichon, Prof. Valeriano Corre

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2009 Lantern Parade

CFOS seized major awards

Winning is a habit! With the highest attendance, the College of

Fisheries and Ocean Sciences students garnered the award as the most number of participants

and the best handheld lantern during the re-cently held 2009 PASKUA celebration at UPV City Campus last December 17, 2009.

This is an annual celebration of the UPV Community in accordance with the celebration of Christmas. Fisheries, SoTech, Redbolts, Elektrons, Clovers, Skimmers, Tycoons, Mag-nates, Scions, and the Goldies were the aca-demic organizations that participated on the

said event.

After the parade which passed Iloilo City’s main streets, the program was then graced by an opening prayer. Dr. Minda J. Formacion welcomed the different academic organizations and gave her Christmas mes-

sage. The program was enjoyed by the audi-

ence as the participants showcased their tal-ents and flairs. This was followed by a disco party which lasted until 2 o’clock in the morning.

“I think this year is one of the best years for the Fisheries since we’ve been winning

different awards since the last Sport fest. I would like to thank the CFOS Faculty and Staffs and most especially to Dr. Carlos C. Baylon for their unselfish support to the dif-ferent activities we have joined. This would be the start of a new and more extreme FISH. This will impose a big challenge for the new Student Council Officers and to the lower

years and I know that they will live up with that expectation” Governor Claire Samantha Juanico said.

On the other hand, GOLDIES of the U.P. High School won the DAIGON Compe-tition and SCIONS of the College of Man-agement bagged the best Mascot.

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Enrollees increases by 200%

The college expects more enrollees for school year 2010-2011 considering that there are 56 UPCAT takers who qualified for BS

Fisheries program. ■thePAPYRUS Bachelor of Fisheries enrollees increased

by 200% from 16 to 48, this academic year 2009-2010.

Scholarship grants like that of the Depart-ment of Science and Technology Science

Education Institute (DOST-SEI), Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), other private scholarships and awaiting job opportu-nities attracted these freshmen to enroll in this program.

Increase in CFOS population has provided a reserved man-power and participants for university and college activities.

However, there may be difficulties in making class schedules to fit for this number of students.

What’s INSIDE? UP FISHERIES GUILD CHANOS COMMITTEE

AY 2009 – 2010

Grand NEPTUNE Merlan Lanusga Grand Laestragones Xenia Geonanga Keeper of the Papyrus Gaily Jubie Hontiveros Keeper of the Nautilus Jessane Anne Awitan Lady of Steads Luvic Marie Ledesma Academic Committee Chairperson Jesse John Gayo Advertising Committee Chairperson Annie Joy Guilaran Special Actions Committee Chairperson

Geraldine Mayo Service Committee Chairperson Blare Padayhag Publications Committee Chairperson

Jella Marice Salarda

PROF. CINDY JIMENEZ UPFG Adviser

Fig 1. BS Fisheries enrollees for four academic years

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bidding documents for the auction was for sale. But this auction was postponed.

Vice-chancellor for Administration, Prof.

Louise Annette Escoton postponed the second auction sale until January 31, 2010 for further dissemination and more time of advertising the auction sale of TRV Sardinella.

Target bidders are maritime schools (John B Lacson Maritime University, West Visayas State University), MHRINA, fishing and shipping companies.

TRV Sardinella is a training and research vessel of UPV. It was brought in the University

at the year 1989 from Japan. ■thePAPYRUS

TRV Sardinella Vessel

Auction Sale

Bea Segura

TRV Sardinella, a training and research vessel of UPV was subject for auction.

Last December 9, 2009, the Univer-

sity of the Philippines Visayas, through the Appraisal and Disposal Committee, held the first auction sale for TRV Sar-dinella. General requirement for the auction are; the vessel should be for the legal purpose of training, fishing or cargo vessel, the bidders should present legalities of ownership of a certain com-

pany and the bidders should also submit valid fishing and shipping notice to op-erate. The first auction sale became a failure because the bidders failed to comply the bidding requirements.

And due to the failure of the first auction sale, UPV Appraisal and Disposal Committee, scheduled the

second auction of the vessel last December 23, 2009. This time the

The College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences Student Council (CFOS-SC) has proposed to amend the CFOS-SC Consti-tution this Second Semester (AY 2009-

2010) which are conclusively crucial amendments of the Constitution on the Student Council’s name, mandate, and to legally institute the current five commit-tees of the councilors.

The vote will be attended by the assembly which includes all the bona fide students of the CFOS. The councilors’

committees are the following: Committee on Student Affairs, Committee on

Research and Education, Committee on Ways and Means, Committee on Audit and Property, and the Committee on Public Relations. Committee head appointed by the Council spearheads the series of readings and discussions dated December

to January. The committee is composed by all the Batch Representatives including two other stu-dents from each year levels.

Constitutional amendments redefine the so-called majority, according to which majority refers to fifty percent plus one present during a particular general assembly.

The amendment, concerning the CFOS-SC offi-cers mandates that the officers’ terms of office start from summer of the current academic year up to second semester of the next school year.

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CFOS Student Council Proposes

Amended Constitution Nicole Niña Chavez

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Currently, another building has been constructed. This is the main building annex situated at the college’s vicinity. This is in-tended for the gene bank laboratory for the

different culture species. A proposal has also been passed for the

renovation of the brood stock area which is intended for the improvement of the shed, tanks and flooring on the said area. This will assure that the facilities can still be occupied with optimum quality by the fisheries students and the faculties. Diwal project pledged to

donate monetary assistance worth an amount of Php 55,000.00 for the said renovation. The said refurbishment will start anytime this April

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35M Diwata Shore Project to rise in

UPV

This July 2010, a fusion of academic, cultural, sports and social interests of UPV will enter the shoreline of Miagao, Iloilo. A multi-function complex, to be called, DIWATA SHORE, will become a new and bigger

landmark for UPV. It will be composed of four components: Diwata Aquascape, Water Garden, UPV Aquasport and One UPV Hostel open to the general public for academic and social inter-actions.

This Php 35 million project funded through the effort of BANAT Party list Representative Salvador Britannico, funds from

other government agencies and annual budget from UPV, is envisioned to be the pioneer education- tourism destination in Region VI, specifically as the premier visitors’ bureau in Southern Iloilo, particularly the municipality of Miagao. The Diwat Shore, approximately 3 hectares, will rise adjacent to the UPV College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences Wet and Dry

laboratories. The main spectacle of the complex is the

Diwata Aquascape which is the aquaria of tropi-cal and marine living species, marine museum

and an area for interactive learning about aquatic and environmental sciences.. Water Garden, a reception, function, and leisure

facility, UPV Aquasports, a swimming facility in support to the academic requirement of the Physical Education Program of UPV and all swimming enthusiasts in the area and one UPV Hostel that will offer more than a home away from home – it will also offer an educa-tional experience by featuring the achieve-ments of UPV in instruction, research and

extension work. Construction of the building will start this

July and is expected to be self – sustaining within 2 – 3 years of operation. The Diwata Shore complex is deemed to spur economic opportunities for the municipality of Miagao and its people through employment and local

enterprise developments. ■thePAPYRUS

IA stands new edifice

To give additional working area for the project staffs on College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences Institute of Aquaculture (CFOS-IA), a new edifice was stood up located in front of the Institute of Aquaculture Wet Laboratory.

The said structure shall be called the insti-tute’s Activity Hall. Construction of the said building was funded by the college together with its stakeholders and also the funds gener-ated by the ongoing research projects in the institute. This will impose its importance on the different activities of the institute especially in perking up with the different techniques used in

aquaculture. The building will also be a site of activities for the staffs of research projects like the biodiesel project and a multipurpose hall for everyone.

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In a letter addresses to the University of the Philippines Visayas Chancellor Minda J.

Formacion dated last July 1, 2009, the Com-

mission on Higher Education categorized UPV as one of the Higher Educational Institutions

in the country with a good quality of fishery

education. Moreover, UPV was hailed as the

National University for College of Fisheries (NUCF) for Region VI, under the National Agri-

culture and Fisheries Education System. This

is based on Republic Act No. 8435, otherwise known as the Agriculture and Fisheries Mod-

ernization Act of 1997.

This appellation can be considered as one of the most prestigious titles a College of

Fisheries could have. Not only that the college

has gained such title, it also gained the re-spect and trust of other institutions that UPV

College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences is

one of the best institutions in the country. But then, however, has the UPV – CFOS

proved its worth as the National University for

College of Fisheries? Maybe, but let’s take some points little by little.

The CFOS, being a national college, must

produce graduates equipped with skills and knowledge as future leaders in the industry. If

not, the graduates must land a job related to

fishery profession to uphold the mission of

the college. Well, some graduates can be noted of their procurement to the fishery in-

dustry. Others have landed a job related to or

on a sector of the government connected to fisheries like the Bureau of Fisheries and

Aquatic Resources (BFAR), Southeast Asian

Fisheries Development Center (SEAFDEC), and the like. However, many fisheries gradu-

ates are now employed as call center agents,

others are unemployed, while some took jobs not related to fisheries. As graduates of the

NUCF, they are expected to be the future

leaders of the industry.

In one way or another, they must

serve the industry as what they have stud-ied in their bachelor. As graduates, they

should work in the industry because they

are needed by the industry. Noticeably, this is an undeniable truth.

In one of the points mentioned by

former CFOS Dean Dr. Rogelio Juliano, he

noted the phrase that “youth of today should have a purpose”. Carrying out a

purpose in one’s career will lead to what

you really want in life. If you chose to take up Bachelor of Science in Fisheries, then

you must uphold to what you have decided

to take up. After all it is not that hard to imagine what careers you will be in after

finishing BS Fisheries.

As students of the national university for fisheries, students especially those who

are making their thesis and special prob-

lems should pose an impact and signifi-cance to the fishing industry, if not, to the

fishing community. Instead, what is hap-

pening is that students conceptualize their thesis for the sake of compliance. This is

the reason why numerous papers and

thesis in CFOS were just like a run through of past literatures already estab-

lished in the past.

The facilities should also be improved

in CFOS since we are now the national college. It is expected from us that we will

have good quality facilities in fisheries.

Upon observation, it seems that these facilities lack care and management.

Worse, some facilities are now unusable.

We must stand to the name that was given to us. Given as the National Univer-

sity for College of Fisheries, we must as-

sert to ourselves that this given trademark should be taken care of, and that this is

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My Dear FGians, It has been quite a while since we had an edition of the Papyrus, the UPFG official magazine. Thus, it is with great pleasure that I laud those who made this edition possible. Thank you for the gift of your time, energy and persistence to see this edition come to fruition. I am sure you are all setting good examples to all the FGians so that our publi-cation will become a regular one. To my fellow FGians, let us continue to tend the flame of our commitment not only to the UPFG but also to our official publication, the Papyrus. Share your news/information, articles, scientific papers or literary pieces. Be involved and let us keep the fire burning. ANIMO FG!

Greetings!! It has been a very fruitful year for the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences and as a celebration the U.P Fisheries Guild brings you this year’s edition of The Papyrus, the UPFG official magazine. Reviving the publication posed many challenges for the organization but it is an honor for us to bring you our personal views and points regarding varied subjects of interests. For many years, The Papyrus has been an effective channel of communication in the College and I hope you will enjoy this year’s magazine. May the Papyrus be something you annually look forward to as the U.P. Fisheries Guild exist to serve the studentry, the College, and the University. With this, we continue our promise with our spirit shouting “never be dying embers, forever our hearts aflame, ANIMO FG!!”

Message from the adviser

Message from the GN

Prof. Cindy Jimenez

UPFG ADVISER

Merlan Lanusga

UPFG Grand Neptune

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Female Swan Princess and Male Frog Prince, was some of the awards given dur-ing the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences FISH Soiree last December 26,

2010 at Residence Hotel, Iloilo City. This culminating activity was part of the

Fisheries Week that promotes camaraderie among the students and unites the CFOS student council officers. The induction of the new set of CFOS Council officers was also part of the program

Ms. Claire Samantha Juanico gave her

last message as CFOS chairperson. She stressed that the fisheries students are the most crafted individuals and if everyone will cooperate for sure the next years will be glorious.

Furthermore, first year students garnered the major award for the MMP competition as best in production. Ms. Essa Kathleen

Yanson was awarded MS. FISH 2010 and Mr. Peter Palma as MR. FISH 2010, both coming from the first year.Prof. Gerald Quinitio also received a plaque of recogni-tion as the most supportive staff for a ca d e mi c ye a r 20 0 9-20 1 0.

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The College of Fisheries and Ocean Sci-ences (CFOS) of University of the Philippines in the Visayas once again proved its worth as the flagship of the university when UPV was

hailed as the Top Performing School in the recently held Fisheries Licensure Examination last October 21 – 22, 2009.

Victor Marco Emmanuel N. Ferriols, a BS Fisheries graduate of UPV last school year and a present MS Aquaculture student, outsmarted the rest of the takers as he took the top spot with a rating of 89.00. Ferriols finished his Bache-

lor’s Degree with an honor of magna cum laude and as the Class Valedictorian.

Several spots on the top ten were also occu-pied by UPV graduates. Jose Marie F. Nasalga, with a rating of 82.00, ranked third. Anna Mer-linna T. Fontanilla managed to be in fifth place with a rating of 81.25. Geselle Frances P. Zeta grabbed the sixth spot with a rating of 80.75.

Meanwhile, Jarramay Arco, Maria Irene C.

Ferriols tops Fisheries Licensure Exam,

UPV garners honor

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CHED Recognizes CFOS as Center

of Excellence

In a letter dated July 1, 2009 addressed to UPV Chancellor Minda J. Formacion, the CHED has identified UPV as one of the Higher Education Institutions that will serve as Na-

tional University / College of Fisheries (NUCF) for Region VI under the National Agriculture and Fisheries Education System. This is based on Republic Act (RA) No. 8435, otherwise known as the Agriculture and Fisheries Mod-ernization Act of 1997. The act includes an annual one million pesos fund for the improve-ment of the college’s facilities.

In the same letter, CFOS Dean Dr.

Carlos P. Baylon was invited to attend a work-

shop in UP Diliman on July 7, 2009 for a pro-

gram orientation and formulation of work and

financial plans. The deans are tasked to spear-

head the implementation. ■thePAPYRUS

Cabanilla, Charmaine Arni C. Cao, Quin Y. Clarito, Jo Annie D. Corvera, Leah May P. Dominguez, Lusminda C. Pacheco, and Harry R. Pedroso success-

fully passed the board exam.As this year’s top performing school, UPV had a 92% passing rate. This was eventually fol-lowed by Central Luzon State University with a 36% passing rate.

The Professional Regulation Com-mission (PRC) conducted the said licen-sure examination through the Board of

Fisheries cited in Manila, Iloilo, and Le-gazpi. The board of directors were com-posed by Dr. Rogelio O. Juliano as the Chairman, with Dr. Cesario R. Pagdilao and Dr. Catalino B. dela Cruz as the members. Oathtaking Ceremony of the successful board passers was held last November 30, 2009 at the Manila Hotel,

Rizal Park, Manila. ■thePAPYRUS

Fish Soiree achieves its purpose

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ADOPT A BARANGAY It was last December 19, 2009 when the UP Fisheries

Guild conducted an Adapt-a-barangay activity at Brgy. Cabunotan, Miag ao, Iloilo. This outreach activity aims to help the needy and share the joys of Christmas. It was a half day

activity which includes giving of grocery items to ten indigent families as identified by Brgy. Captain Dimson Fangonil, games for the residents with prizes like toys and household wares, and snacks.

To raise funds for the activity, FGians had a Christmas serenade at barangay Bolho, Sapa, Baybay Sur, Baybay Norte, Ubos Ilaya and Uos Ilaoud while Miag ao mayor Julieta Flores one sack of rice for the activity.

Adopt-a-barangay is an annual activity of the organization

under the Special Actions Committee. ■thePAPYRUS

RAPTURE

As part of the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences’

week-long activities, the University of the Philippines Fisheries Guild conducted a street painting contest last February 24, 2010 at the pathway near the vicinity of the college.

Rapture was one of the annual activities conducted by the

organization to extend to the different organizations in the university and year levels from the college. In this way, the organization will not be secluded from the others, making it in common with others. This showcases the visual talents of the

participants to paint at their leisure a part of the pathway to represent their respective organizations.

The event was participated by the different college-based

and university-based organizations existing in the university. Everybody had fun painting while socializing with their peers and other people from different organizations.

Annie Joy Guilaran, the Advertising Committee Chairperson of the organization, noted the success of the activity. “Although some flaws had occurred along the activity, what matters most is

that it was carried out successfully”, she added.■thePAPYRUS

BLOODLETTING “The need for blood is great. On any given day, more than

two thousand of blood units are transfused to needy patients in our country. Some may need blood during surgery. Others depend on it after an accident or because they have a disease that requires blood components. Blood donations help save life.”

This phrase was part of the message given by UPFG Special Actions Committee Chairperson, Geraldine Mayo, during the 2009 Bloodletting campaign last July 28, 2009 at the CAS lobby. The main goal of this annual activity of UPFG is to help the National Red Cross in its bloodletting campaign and in general; to help save life.

Last year, the Phil. National Red Cross gave the UPFG a

plaque of recognition for its continuous support in its bloodletting campaign. This only shows that the activity did a great job in saving life. The 36 blood donors were students, faculty, staff and tricycle drivers from the UPV community. Medical assistants from the UPV infirmary were also present during the said event. The UP Fisheries Guild had been doing this for the past years, and is inviting everyone to join and donate blood for the next

bloodletting activity coming this July 2010. ■thePAPYRUS

INTER HIGH SCHOOL QUIZ SHOW

As part of the annual activities of the organization, the University of the Philippines Fisheries Guild (UPFG) con-ducted the 22nd Inter High School Quiz Show last February 17,2010 at UPV Pidlaoan Hall.

The quiz show was composed of three categories, namely,

the individual category, wherein the schools are allowed to have a maximum of two participants, the group category which is composed of three participants representing each school, and the poster making contest with the theme “ Brutal Political Killings: The Massacre of the Masses”.

The contest was attended by the different participating

schools throughout Iloilo. This category was opened for all bonafide high schools both in the city and province. At the end of the show, Roxzien Shaye Sobreña of Guimbal National High School beat all her opponents as she topped the individual category, while Sta. Barbara National Comprehensive High School participants composed of Percy Mae Samaniego, Leira Ann Tanjusay and Darlyn Joy Umadhay won the group category. On the other hand, the entry

of Kaunlaran Learning Center Foundation Inc. impressed the judges with the harmonious contrast of colors on his craft

which made him bring home the first place. ■thePAPYRUS

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