UP Fisheries Guild

College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences

University of the Philippines Visayas
5023 Miagao, Iloilo
 After the parade which passed Iloilo
City’s main streets, the program was then
graced by an opening prayer. Dr. Minda J.
What’s INSIDE? UP FISHERIES GUILD
CHANOS COMMITTEE
Formacion welcomed the different academic
organizations and gave her Christmas mes-
AY 2009 – 2010 sage.
The program was enjoyed by the audi-
ence as the participants showcased their tal-
Grand NEPTUNE
ents and flairs. This was followed by a disco
Merlan Lanusga party which lasted until 2 o’clock in the
Grand Laestragones morning.
Xenia Geonanga “I think this year is one of the best years
Keeper of the Papyrus for the Fisheries since we’ve been winning
Gaily Jubie Hontiveros 2009 Lantern Parade different awards since the last Sport fest. I
would like to thank the CFOS Faculty and
Keeper of the Nautilus CFOS seized major awards Staffs and most especially to Dr. Carlos C.
Jessane Anne Awitan Baylon for their unselfish support to the dif-
Lady of Steads Winning is a habit! ferent activities we have joined. This would
Luvic Marie Ledesma With the highest attendance, the College of be the start of a new and more extreme FISH.
Academic Committee Chairperson Fisheries and Ocean Sciences students garnered This will impose a big challenge for the new
the award as the most number of participants Student Council Officers and to the lower
Jesse John Gayo
and the best handheld lantern during the re- years and I know that they will live up with
Advertising Committee Chairperson cently held 2009 PASKUA celebration at UPV that expectation” Governor Claire Samantha
Annie Joy Guilaran City Campus last December 17, 2009. Juanico said.
Special Actions Committee Chairperson This is an annual celebration of the UPV On the other hand, GOLDIES of the
Geraldine Mayo Community in accordance with the celebration U.P. High School won the DAIGON Compe-
Service Committee Chairperson of Christmas. Fisheries, SoTech, Redbolts, tition and SCIONS of the College of Man-
Blare Padayhag Elektrons, Clovers, Skimmers, Tycoons, Mag- agement bagged the best Mascot.
Publications Committee Chairperson nates, Scions, and the Goldies were the aca- ■thePAPYRUS
demic organizations that participated on the ______________________________________________
Jella Marice Salarda said event.
The college expects more enrollees for
school year 2010-2011 considering that there
Enrollees increases by 200% are 56 UPCAT takers who qualified for BS
PROF. CINDY JIMENEZ
Fisheries program. ■thePAPYRUS
UPFG Adviser Bachelor of Fisheries enrollees increased
by 200% from 16 to 48, this academic year
2009-2010.
The Papyrus is the official publication of UP Fisheries Guild. No portion of Scholarship grants like that of the Depart-
this publication may be copied or reproduced in books, pamphlets, outlines, ment of Science and Technology Science
or notes, whether printed or mimeographed, typewritten, photocopied, or in Education Institute (DOST-SEI), Bureau of
any other form, for distribution or sale, without the written permission of the Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), other
UP Fisheries Guild. private scholarships and awaiting job opportu-
nities attracted these freshmen to enroll in this
program.
EDITORIAL BOARD: Editor-in-chief Omar Adrianne Alaman; Associate Editor Dominique Increase in CFOS population has provided
Mediodia; Lay-out Editor Karissa Paula Feliza; Feature Editor Essa Kathleen Yanson; a reserved man-power and participants for
Managing Editor Jella Marice Salarda; News Editor Lovella Mae Magluyan; WRITERS: Gaily university and college activities.
Jubie Hontiveros, Gardel Xyza Libunao, Nicole Niña Chavez, Bea Segura, Angela Marie Daayata, However, there may be difficulties in
Merlan Lanusga, Farisal Ungkakay-Bagsit, ; Cartoonist Jessie John Gayo; Contributors: Mr. Mel Fig 1. BS Fisheries enrollees for four academic years
making class schedules to fit for this number of
Cichon, Prof. Valeriano Corre
students.
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 CFOS Student Council Proposes
Amended Constitution
Nicole Niña Chavez
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
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
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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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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
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.
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
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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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
 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.
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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
not just a lame acquisition. ■thePAPYRUS
Message from the adviser

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
Prof. Cindy Jimenez
that I laud those who made this edition possible. Thank you for UPFG ADVISER
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!

Message from the GN

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 Merlan Lanusga
brings you this year’s edition of The Papyrus, the UPFG UPFG Grand Neptune

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!!”

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Ferriols tops Fisheries Licensure Exam,
UPV garners honor
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.
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
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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
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 c a d e mi c ye a r 2 0 0 9 - 2 0 1 0 .
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 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
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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
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
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