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2009 IT Olympiad Highlights - UIC Performance

February 23, 2009

AM - QUIZ Bowl- University of Mindanao (Matina Campus) Gymnasium

Our very own team, Catherine Remolleno BSCS 4 (the last year’s champion along with Mary Grace Ignacio) and Aiza Loraine Mencidor BSIT 4 managed to lead the easy and moderate rounds but failed to maintain their leading during the difficult round. The questions were taken from PhilNits topics and standards. Knowing that the two were so busy with their projects and the lacked of preparations emotionally and intellectually but they nailed UIC in the top 5 best performing teams in this event. They just maximized their team efforts and individual expertise to survive the hurdle. Congratulations! I am proud of you ladies!

PM - Student Researches Presentation

For the faculty side, there was a MSW (Monthly Seminar Workshop) about FOSS: Free Open Source Softwares held at the Ateneo de Davao University.

The whole session in the afternoon was allotted for different student researches (both defended/approved and ongoing) from the different colleges and universities in the region. There was a parallel session for the different presentations. UIC again has showcased their best in this area wherein 5 groups were sent to present, 2 from BSCS and 3 for BSIT. Aside from UIC, Ateneo de Davao University, UP Mindanao, and University of Southeastern Philippines have presented as well their best researches/projects. BTW, I was assigned to be the emcee in one of the venues.

UIC Researches:

Title: An Enhanced Message Retrieval Algorithm for Remote Mobile Phone
Proponents: Malavi, John Allen
Ruado, Maricor
Ubaldo, Maria Carmela
BSCS 4

Title: Knowledge-Based Algorithm in the Construction of Autonomous Mobile Robot
Proponents: de Francia, Jimson
Diaz, Krizzia Mair
Baladjay, Jessica
BSCS 4

Title: Online Sales Management And Inventory System of 8telcom Business Center
Proponents: Kwong, April Rose Ann
Frigillano, Jasmin Angeli
Giger, Kurt Roy
Carado, Adrian
BSIT 4

Title: Web-Based Collaborative Software of ITPO Interactive Solutions
Proponents: Albores, Francis
Purgatorio, Ralph
Abello, Noel
Tripoli, Keiven Roi
BSIT 4

Title: Computer Projector Management System
Proponents: Donayre, Aldred Jay
Genabe, Kristine May
Legaspi, James Anthony
BSIT 4

Kudos to all of you guys! Congratulations!

Second Day

Whole Day - Programming Contest

As usual, programming contest will consume the whole day. AM session was allotted for practice session and general orientation on the environment used in the contest such as the PC^2, and the languages used.

The afternoon session was the formal contest wherein 3 hours were given to the participant to solve the 6 problems (ACM standard problems). Similar format of the problems used in the National Competition.

To make the story short, with lacked of practice and coordination. The UIC Programming team has managed to maintain its 2007 performance in this event. We placed 2nd overall beating the other 13 teams in the region. Just a portion of minutes difference from the first place. UIC managed to solved 3 problems. UP Mindanao was the champion, Ateneo de Davao University was 3rd place and Notre Dame of Marbel University was the fourth place.

Congratulations guys! You made us very proud of you!

Generally, the IT Olympiad this year has many pros and cons but the bottom line it ended with satisfaction knowing the number of partipating schools were no joke.

Congratulations to PSITE XI, CDITE XI, CHED XI and other generous sponsors for this successful and fruitful event!

11th PSITE National Convention 2009 in Dipolog City, Mindanao

January 31, 2009
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11th PSITE National Convention

Zanorte Convention Center, Gen. Luna St., Dipolog City
February 26-28, 2009
THEME: Emerging Trends in ICT Education

February 26, 2009 (AM) O.D. Ruby Rose Barrientos
07:30 – 09:00 Registration
09:00 – 10:00 Opening Ceremony
Entry of Colors
Invocation and National Anthem …………….…….. DMC Foundation
Roll Call of Participants……………………………… Randy S. Gamboa
PSITE VP-Mindanao/Convention Chair
Welcome Remarks (Dipolog Mayor) ……………….
Opening Message/Rationale/Call to Order ….…… Jaime D.L. Caro
PSITE National President
Introduction of the Guest Speaker ………………… Grace F. Tyler
Keynote Message ………….……………………….
Intermission …………………………………………. DMC Foundation
10:00 – 10:15 Coffee and Networking Break / Raffle Draw
10:15 – 11:45 Panel Discussion 1- Information and Communication Technology Directions in the Philippines
Resource Speaker:
Reactors:
Facilitator: Fe N. Ferriols
11:45 – 12:00 SPONSOR TIME
12:00 – 01:00 LUNCH BREAK

February 26, 2009 (PM) O.D. Elmer T. Haro
01:00 – 02:30 Panel Discussion 2- Addressing ICT Education Gap Through Partnership
Resource Speaker: Jaime D.L. Caro - PSITE National President
Reactors:
Facilitator: Alexander Ybasco
02:30 – 02:45 Coffee and Networking Break / Raffle Draw
02:45 – 04:15 Panel Discussion 6 – Changing the Mindset: Employee to Employer
Resource Speaker:
Reactors:
Facilitator: John Peter Abraham Q. Ruero
04:15 – 04:30 SPONSOR TIME
04:30 – 05:00 Election Guidelines / Nomination of PSITE National Board
Facilitator: Grace F. Tyler
06:00 – 11:30 SPONSOR TIME

February 27, 2009 (AM) O.D. Bartolome T. Tanguilig
08:00 – 08:15 – Recap of Day 1 / Presentation of Nominees
08:15 – 09:15 Presentation – ITE Best Practices: Instruction
School 1: University of the Codilleras
School 2: University of San Jose Recoletos
School 3: University of the Philippines-Mindanao Campus
Facilitator: Allan A. Sioson
09:15 – 10:15 Presentation – ITE Best Practices: Research and Development
School 1: Cebu Institute of Technology
School 2: Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology
School 3: Ateneo de Naga University
Facilitator: Gregg Victor D. Gabison
10:15 – 10:30 Coffee and Networking Break / Raffle Draw
10:30 – 11: 30 Presentation – ITE Best Practices: Extension and Linkages
School 1: Ateneo de Davao University
School 2: Asia Pacific College
School 3: University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos
Facilitator: Cherry Lyn C. Sta. Romana
11:30 – 12:00 SPONSOR TIME
12:00 – 01:00 LUNCH BREAK

February 27, 2009 (PM) O.D. Reynald Jay F. Hidalgo
01:00 – 03:30 Organizational Matters – 1: Chapter Report (10-15mins per chapter)
Facilitator: Randy S. Gamboa
03:30 – 03:45 Coffee and Networking Break / Raffle Draw/ / End of Election of PSITE National Board
03:45 – 05:00 Organizational Matters – 2: Nat’l President’s Report/Treasurer’s Report / CBL Amendments
Facilitator: Farley L. Abrigo
06:00 – 07:00 Travel to Dakak Park Beach Resort (Overnight)
07:00 – 11:30 JEDI PARTY NIGHT

February 28, 2009 (AM) O.D. Elizabeth Ramos
Dakak Park Beach Resort
08:00 – 08:15 – Recap of Day 2
08:15 – 11:00 CHED-TPITE Public Hearing
Facilitator: Gary Cepe CHED-CO
11:15 – 11:30 Closing Ceremony/ Awarding/Raffle Draw/Distribution of Certificates
Anthony Harvey B. Dalmacio
11:30 – 01:00 Lunch (Dakak Beach Resort)
01:00 Home Sweet Home

Convention Fees:
Live-in Participants P 5,500.00
(includes convention materials, hotel accommodation (Camilla Hotel/Dakak Hotel), and lunch & snacks for 2 days)

Live-out Participants P 4,000.00
(includes convention materials and lunch & snacks for 2 days)

Discount: P300.00 for payments made on or before January 16, 2009

You may deposit early payments to any Allied Bank branch. Accomplish the deposit slip in triplicate credited to PSITE using the following details:
Account Name: PSITE
Account Number: 3131-02238-4
Branch: Allied Bank - Recto Branch, Manila

Please email a scanned copy of the validated deposit slip and/or confirm your attendance and early reservations to Randy S. Gamboa, Ph.D. at rsgamboa@yahoo.com; you may visit his site at http://www.rsgamboa.com/. Alternatively, you may present the deposit slip to the convention secretariat on February 26, 2009. Official receipts will be issued during the convention.

For the other details such as Transportation, Commission on HIgher Education (CHED) Endorsement, and National Organizing Committee, please click here.

10th PSITE National Convention was held at the National Capital Region particularly in Heritage Hotel along Roxas Boulevard. I was able to attend the said national convention. This time, I am hoping that I could attend the convention since it is being held here in Mindanao to cater to the wish of Mindanao ICT educators and organizations just to lessen the fare and lodging expenses. FYI, about 10 or 11 were the attendees of the last convention from Region 11. We were noted as one, if not the best PSITE Chapter in the Philippines because of its undying activities in the academe, industries, and community involvements, not just solely for Region 11 but affecting the Mindanao island . Actually, the said dates of the convention were the same with our decided dates for ITE Foundation Days. Until now, I am contemplating of either to register and attend or not. I gave myself a deadline to decide until Monday, February 2, 2009. It’s very difficult to decide since I was assigned to spearhead the Foundation days.

Side trip to the convention, not to mention the famous Dakak Beack Resort, the Boracay Haven of Mindanao is part of the convention and it will be promoted in the convention. Not just Dakak, this will promote as well Mindanao as haven of tourist spots and sights. To recall, Dakak was one of the preliminary swinsuit competition venues of the 1994 Miss Universe Beauty Pageant.

See you there!

I am back

October 28, 2008

I missed this blog of mine!

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April 10, 2008

Hello there guys!

Happy Summer break to everyone! (except for those who have summer classes and loads)

Anyway, last semester plus this summer feels me so stressful. Not to mention, all the cases and sacrifices happened.

I know and I am really sure that there are reasons behind those gloomy moments. May God bless us always. Enjoy and have fun. Feel the summer heat with excitement.

Ciao…

Friday Again?

July 27, 2007

The academic is about to end! Another challenging week is about to end!

Thanking God for the wonderful times always!

God bless us!

Ciao..just to drop by…

Updates and more updates!

July 24, 2007

Good day bloggers! Nice to be back!

It’s been running 3 weeks since my last post here (July 2, 2007 to be exact). Many things were took place, challenging decisions made, mood swings (as ever), work pressures and other stuffs that really rule and affect my life for the past 2-3 weeks. What an introduction?…lol…

To give you updates about my activities for those silent and mesmerizing weeks is my pleasure (no choice).

First, I have just moved in to my new abode (thanks to PAG-IBIG Fund) for always being there for me…hhehheeh…Somewhere in Catalunan Pequeño, Wellspring Highlands. It’s just a 105 sq. meter house, not that big but totally it’s mine and I can see my savings to it every now and then. I celebrated my 1 week just last sunday and anyway no celebration took place…

Second, last July 14, 2007, I together with my 3 students competed for Mindanao-wide ICT Quiz tournament held at SM Supermall, CDO. We placed 2nd runner up (Unexpected Win as always we say!) among 15 Colleges and Universities in Mindanao. Emerged as champion was Ateneo de Zamboaga University followed by MSU-IIT and UIC landed for third place. Please visit this article for the news: UIC-ITE team places 3rd in Mindanao-Wide ICT Quiz Tournament.

Third, last July 20, 2007, I was elected as PIO for Philippine Society for IT Educators in Region 11 back to back with Dean Jerry Flores as newly elected Vice President for Council of Deans in IT Education in Region 11 as well. (GO, TODO NA TO!)…

Fourth, Acquaintance Party for ITE program this Saturday, July 28, 2007 from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM at UIC Bajada Gym (see, sosyal!), we are looking forward for new and exciting events and activities prepared by ITE Officers this academic year. I’ve heard that ITE faculty as well has special number to be presented. Let’s see!u

Here in the school, Prelim has just culminated and another period is waiting to be battled. Many freshmen right now are starting to build their personalities to be appreciated and recognized. Most of them adjusted already the real environment in college. Many talented individuals are there. I hope they will sustain it inclduing their academic struggles.

See, that’s how busy I am during the past weeks!

Before, I forget! Movie Marathon from Transformers, Harry Potter to Next…

Anyway, rainy season this quarter. Take good care of yourself guys and gals! Bawal magkasakit! God bless us all!

Ciao…

July Feverism!

July 4, 2007

This month is a busy one for me! Raining month as it is!

Details will posted soon! I still have a class to attend to!

God bless and take care everyone!

Busy 101!

June 22, 2007

I am very busy with so many things…bombarded with many works and responsibilities..mind occupied…and other matters…prayin that I could cope up things properly and well done!

God bless everyone and take care!

AY 2007-2008 Kicks Off and Pinoy Big Brother Updates!

June 12, 2007

The opening of the class is really quite exciting, challenging and "disappointing". Freshmen were "passive".

Saicy was evicted, beaten by Beatriz… This week’s nominated were Bruce and Robert… The nomination was quite unusual since the housemates were asked to nominate housemates face to face…  

Mid Enrolment 101

June 7, 2007

Good day bloggers!

It’s been in the middle day of the week when it comes to our enrolment here. In our program, ITE Program, we are in the, shall we say, the number of enrollees have reached already the 50% of the old students last semester. Many returnees, transferees and shiftees are already in the program, not to mention the old and regular students we have.

Enough for this time!

Just to update soon… 

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