๐‘๐’๐”๐ฏ๐ข๐š๐ง๐ฌ, ๐–๐ž ๐š๐ซ๐ž ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐‚๐ก๐š๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ข๐จ๐ง!

Congratulations Romblon State University’s YAGMAO TEAM, for being declared as Champion in the Inter-University Competition.
After a tabulation error in inter-university competition, our very own ๐–ธ๐– ๐–ฆ๐–ฌ๐– ๐–ฎ ๐–ณ๐–ค๐– ๐–ฌ was declared as CHAMPIONS during the Machine Design Summit 2024 held last Saturday, April 20, 2024.
Thank you so much for exhibiting exceptional skills and determination throughout the competition. The RSU Community rejoices in this well-deserved recognition!
Check out the updated ranking of the competition:
๐—–๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป: The Yagmao (Romblon State University)
1๐˜€๐˜ ๐—ฅ๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—จ๐—ฝ: Team VMUF (Virgen Milagrosa University Foundation Incorporation)
2๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ฅ๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—จ๐—ฝ: Team siPV=MaaRT (Romblon State University)

๐‘๐จ๐ฆ๐›๐ฅ๐จ๐ง ๐’๐ญ๐š๐ญ๐ž ๐”๐ง๐ข๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐ฌ๐ญ๐š๐ง๐๐ฌ ๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐ญ๐ž๐ ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ ๐„๐š๐ซ๐ญ๐ก ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ!

In commemoration of Earth Day 2024, Romblon State University (RSU) takes a stance with this year’s theme: “Planet Vs. Plastics.” This timely celebration comes amidst the circumstances of the triple planetary crisisโ€”climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollutionโ€”that threatens the ecosystems sustaining life on Earth.

Understanding the Triple Planetary Crisis

The triple planetary crisis represents a convergence of urgent environmental challenges:

  1. Climate Change: Rising global temperatures, extreme weather events, and sea-level rise are disrupting ecosystems and endangering vulnerable communities.
  2. Biodiversity Loss: Rapid extinction rates of species due to habitat destruction, pollution, and other human-induced factors are leading to ecological imbalances.
  3. Pollution, Including Plastic Pollution: The proliferation of single-use plastics is a major contributor to pollution, especially in marine environments, where plastics harm wildlife and enter the food chain.

The Role of “Planet Vs. Plastics”

RSU’s adoption of this yearโ€™s Earth Day theme of “Planet Vs. Plastics” reflects a proactive approach to addressing the plastic pollution component of the triple planetary crisis. By focusing on reducing and ultimately eliminating plastic waste, RSU aims to:

  1. Raise Awareness: Through educational campaigns and outreach programs, RSU educates students and the community about the environmental impact of plastic pollution.
  2. Promote Sustainable Practices: RSU advocates for eco-friendly alternatives to single-use plastics, encouraging responsible consumption and waste management.
  3. Drive Innovation: RSU supports research and development of biodegradable materials and innovative solutions to plastic pollution, fostering a culture of sustainability and technological advancement.

Taking Action at Romblon State University

At RSU, the commitment to combating plastic pollution is tangible:

  • Ban Single-Use Plastics: Implement a campus-wide ban on single-use plastics such as plastic bags, straws, utensils, and water bottles. Encourage the use of reusable alternatives instead.
  • Provide Water Refilling Stations: Install water refilling stations across campus to encourage students and staff to use reusable water bottles instead of purchasing bottled water.
  • Organize Plastic Clean-Up Drives: Conduct regular clean-up drives in and around campus to collect plastic waste and raise awareness about the impact of plastic pollution on the environment.
  • Promote Eco-Friendly Events: Encourage event organizers to use compostable or reusable materials for campus events and functions, minimizing plastic waste generation.
  • Introduce Eco-Friendly Packaging in Campus Cafeterias: Transition to biodegradable or compostable food packaging materials in campus cafeterias and eateries to reduce plastic waste.
  • Educational Campaigns and Workshops: Organize educational campaigns, workshops, and seminars to educate students, faculty, and staff about the environmental impact of plastic pollution and the importance of waste reduction.
  • Implement Plastic Recycling Programs: Set up designated recycling bins for plastics across campus and collaborate with local recycling facilities to ensure proper disposal and recycling of plastic waste.
  • Support Research and Innovation: Allocate resources to support research and innovation projects focused on developing sustainable alternatives to plastics and technologies for plastic waste management.
  • Collaborate with Local Communities: Establish partnerships with local communities to address plastic pollution beyond campus boundaries through joint initiatives and outreach programs.
  • Incorporate Sustainability into Curriculum: Integrate sustainability and environmental awareness into academic curricula across disciplines to instill a culture of responsible environmental stewardship among students.
  • Engage Student Organizations: Encourage student-led environmental clubs and organizations to take proactive steps in raising awareness and implementing solutions to combat plastic pollution on campus.
  • Monitor and Evaluate Progress: Establish monitoring mechanisms to track the effectiveness of plastic reduction initiatives and regularly assess progress towards plastic pollution reduction goals.

Working Together for a Greener Future

As we celebrate Earth Day 2024 with the theme “Planet Vs. Plastics,” Romblon State University invites everyone to join the movement towards a sustainable, plastic-free planet. Together, we can combat the triple planetary crisis and ensure a healthier, more resilient Earth for generations to come.

Let us embrace the spirit of environmental stewardship and collective action, working hand in hand to protect and preserve our precious planet.

Happy Earth Day!

Korea University International Summer Campus (KU ISC) provides an excellent opportunity for students to learn about Korea through academic and cultural immersion during the summer months. It offers one semester’s load of work condensed into six weeks and four weeks, during which renowned academics teach both domestic and international students. This program is open to current college students who wish to study in Korea but may not be able to do so during the regular academic year.

DEADLINE OF APPLICATION: May 15, 2024

DURATION OF THE KU-ISC PROGRAMS

  • 6-week Programs:June 26-August 1, 2024
  • 4-week Programs: June 26-July 18, 2024
  • Students currently enrolled in a college/university
    • (College/university freshmen can apply for KU ISC without GPA restriction)
  • Graduated students can apply for KU ISC in specific cases. Please contact us in advance.

Note

If you receive an Exchange Nomination from your school, you may be eligible for exemptions from certain processes. In such cases, please send us an email after submitting your application.

Australia Awards scholarships provide citizens of the Philippines with the opportunity to obtain a qualification at an Australian tertiary institution.

Application dates

For study commencing in Australia in 2025:

Opening date: 1 February 2024

Closing date: 30 April 2024 (11:59PM AEST)

Applications and/or supporting documents received after the closing date will not be considered.

  • Online applications

    All applications must be lodged online at australiaawardsphilippines.org.

    Supporting documents

    Applicants must submit all the relevant supporting documents listed in the Australia Awards Scholarships Policy Handbook and the following documents to meet the specific requirements for the Philippines:

    • REAP: Outlines a project, which applies the knowledge and skills gained from the applicantโ€™s Australian education and training towards Philippine development
    • Affidavit of citizenship and residency
    • Certification of Grade Point Average/General Weighted Average
    • (For targeted category applicants:) Letter from the agency head endorsing the scholarship application and the minutes of meeting of the scholarship committee endorsing the nominees.

Further information

More general information about the Australia Awards, Australiaโ€™s aid program, and studying in Australia can be found at the following links:

ย Information about visas and Australia Awards scholarship entitlements and conditions can be found in the Scholarships Policy Handbook: dfat.gov.au/about-us/publications/Pages/australia-awards-scholarships-policy-handbook.aspx.

Contact details

Australia Awardsโ€”Philippines
Address: 3rd Floor, JMT Building, ADB Avenue, Ortigas Center, Pasig City, Metro Manila
Telephone: +632 8638 9686

Email: secretariat@australiaawardsphilippines.org

The Hybrid Asia Exploration (HAx) 2024 which will be held on 14 June – 5 July 2024 (online) and 13 – 19 September 2024 (hybrid) in Surabaya, Indonesia. The host universities are 6 prominent universities in Asia:

  • ย Shibaura Institute of Technology, Japan
  • Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia
  • Universiti Malaysia Perlis, Malaysia
  • Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, Malaysia
  • King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi, Thailand
  • ย Cebu Technological University, the Philippines

In order to nurture Asian talents,this course will provide opportunities to study cultures and technologies from 6 universities. in 5 countries (Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand,Malaysia, and Japan). Participants will develop technical knowledge, application methods, and teamwork spirit through lectures and group activities.

Important Dates:

15 May 2024 Deadline of Screening (RSU)*

7 June 2024 ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  Deadline of Registration

14 June โ€“ 5 July 2024 ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  Online Program

16 – 17 September 2024ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  Hybrid Classes

13 – 19 September 2024 ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  Onsite Program

 

NOTE: Romblon State University (RSU) will be conducting a screening procedure to select 20 qualified participants to represent our university at the Hybrid Asia Exploration 2024. Interested applicants are encouraged to answer the Google Form provided to be included in the list of short-listed applicants.ย 

LINK: bit.ly/RSU-HAx-2024-Screening

  1. Certificate of Completion course, with the following details:

- Those who satisfy the following requirements will receive a Certificate of Completion and a transcript.

- More than 80% attendance during online meetings, full attendance during hybrid activities and submission of all assignments.

 

  1. Certificate of Attendance course, with the following details:

- Those who satisfy the following requirements will receive a Certificate of Attendance.

- More than 80% attendance during online meetings and submission of all assignments.

Notes

Please prepare all the required documents in hand prior to this online registration. All documents must be in PDF/JPEG format.

Please name your documents with format [University]_[Name]_[Department]_[File Type]. For example ITS_Mike_Electrical Engineering_Recommendation Letter.

Please be advised that incomplete document submission will not be further processed.
Your registration information could be shared amongst 6 hosting universities, while your privacy is totally protected.

Looking forward to receiving your application!

The PhilFrance Master (formerly known as PhilFrance) is a comprehensive scholarship destined for the next generation of Filipino leaders with strong academic, leadership and professional abilities. All applications from masterโ€™s degree students from any study field, registered in either public and private establishments are eligible!

Timeline and FAQ

2024 Calendar

  • February 9 โ€“ Opening of applications
  • June 2 โ€“ Deadline for submission
  • June 6 โ€“ Announcement of results

Got questions? Visit the FAQ and Resources page.

  • A monthly stipend of EUR 860 regardless of city of residence
  • Coverage of enrolment fees for masterโ€™s programs under the jurisdiction of the Ministry for Higher Education (Diplรดme National) up to EUR 3,770 per academic year (frais dโ€™inscription). Other costs distinct from the frais dโ€™inscription (such as frais de formation, purchases of educational resources, pedagogical activity fees, etc.) will be shouldered by the grantee.
  • Exemption from the CVEC (after obtention of certificate of exemption)
  • A healthcare package consisting of social security coverage and supplementary insurance (mutuelle)
  • Possibility of obtaining student accommodations at a preferential rate, notably in accessing CROUS student housing services
  • Discounted rates for cultural activities organized by Campus France
  • Economy class ticket from Manila to the French city of destination, including a return ticket of the same class upon completion of the study program. Taxi and shuttle fares, as well as public transport fees are not covered.
  • Exemption from long-stay student visa fees (distinct from TLS Contact processing fee)

This scholarship offers applicants the opportunity to spend at least 18 or 24 months conducting independent research under a Japanese professor. Any field of study is eligible for the scholarship, but applicants must find a Japanese professor willing to supervise their research.

Applicants are advised to check the websites of Japanese universities to look for professors under their desired field of study. However, this does not guarantee that the applicant will be placed with that professor. Applicants are allowed to contact the professors directly when they pass the first selection.

 

DEADLINE:
May 24, 2024 (Friday)

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
Check the link for documents: bit.ly/RSU-MEXT2024

  • Applicants must have been born on or after April 2, 1990.
  • Applicants must be university or college graduates.
  • Applicants must intend to continue a course of study previously begun, i.e. shall not begin study in a field new to the applicant.
  • After passing the first selection process, applicants must gain a โ€œLetter of Provisional Acceptanceโ€ from a Japanese professor who is willing to supervise the study of the study.ย 
  • If the host university deems it necessary, the applicants may learn and receive instruction in the Japanese language.the applicant.

Attn: MEXT Scholarship Program (RESEARCH CATEGORY)
Japan Information and Culture Center
Embassy of Japan
2627 Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City 1300

NOTE:

  • In case the courier service asks for a specific point of contact, please show them this specific instruction. The Embassy is able to receive packages as long as the address is written correctly, like the one shown above.
  • For documents to be sent using a same-day courier service, the JICC will receive documents only on weekdays (except holidays) from 8:30am to 12:30pm, and 1:30pm to 4:45pm. The Embassy reserves the right to decline documents that arrive beyond the stated deadline and timeframe.
  • For documents to be sent using a later-date courier service (e.g. LBC, JR Express), the JICC will accept documents that were marked as sent on or before May 24, 2024.

The YSEALIย Academicย Fellowship is an intensive short-termย academicย program whose purpose is to provide groups of young leaders with a deeper understanding of the United States and a particular theme, while simultaneously enhancing their leadership skills.

Application and Fellowship Timeline

      • May 1, 2024 11:59 PM, Philippine Standard Time, Deadline of application.
      • May 2024: Notification of shortlisted applicants.
      • June โ€“ July 2024: Announcement of results.
      • Between August-November 2024: Academic Fellowship Program.
  • Between the ages of 18 and 25 at the time of application, although exceptional applicants over 25 may be considered if they meet all other eligibility requirements
  • A citizen of the Philippines
  • A resident of the Philippines
  • A full-time undergraduate student from college, university, or other institutions of higher learning; or graduated in the past four years
  • Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English
  • Not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the United States
  • Not employees or immediate family members of employees of the U.S. Government (including a U.S. embassy or consulate, USAID, or other U.S. Government entity);
  • Not alumni of the YSEALI academic fellowship (including the hybrid program)
  • Due to the number of applications received, the secretariat may not be able to acknowledge receipt of each application.
  • Shortlisted applicants will be notified by May.
  • Successful applicants will be notified via email.ย  Results will also be posted on the U.S. Embassy in the Philippinesโ€™ officialย Facebook Page.
  • For questions, please emailย 

๐‘๐’๐” ๐–๐ž๐ฅ๐œ๐จ๐ฆ๐ž๐ฌ ๐๐ž๐ฐ ๐‚๐‡๐„๐ƒ ๐Œ๐ˆ๐Œ๐€๐‘๐Ž๐๐€ ๐‘๐ž๐ ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐š๐ฅ ๐ƒ๐ข๐ซ๐ž๐œ๐ญ๐จ๐ซ ๐ƒ๐ซ. ๐‰๐ข๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฒ ๐†. ๐‚๐š๐ญ๐š๐ง๐ž๐ฌ

“RSU is a Rising State University.”

Dr. Jimmy G. Catanes RSU held a warm meet and greet session today, April 12, 2024, for the newly appointed CHED MIMAROPA Regional Director, Dr. Jimmy G. Catanes.

Dr. Catanes, along with Chief Education Specialist Engr. Edgar C. Cepe and Education Supervisor II Leseล‚e O. Condeza, was welcomed by RSU, spearheaded by the University President, Dr. Merian P. Catajay-Mani, University Vice Presidents Dr. Tomas T. Faminial (VPAF), Dr. Eddie G. Fetalvero (VPREDI), and Chief Administrative Officer, Atty. Glenn Niรฑo M. Sartillo.

University directors, unit heads, deans, permanent employees, and students were also present to extend a warm welcome to the Regional Director.

Following the meet and greet, Dr. Catanes, Engr. Cepe, and Ms. Condeza engaged in a dialogue session with RSU office directors and college deans regarding TES quality education and internationalization efforts. Dr. Catanes’ visit is viewed as a milestone for RSU, marking the beginning of a potentially transformative chapter. His leadership and expertise are expected to infuse the university with renewed enthusiasm and provide valuable guidance as RSU strives for continued excellence in education and its pursuit of internationalization. With Dr. Catanes’ support, RSU can solidify its position as a leading institution in the MIMAROPA region.

Again, welcome to RSU, Dr. Jim!

๐‘๐’๐” ๐Ÿ• ๐€๐œ๐š๐๐ž๐ฆ๐ข๐œ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ ๐ซ๐š๐ฆ๐ฌ ๐„๐š๐ซ๐ง ๐€๐€๐‚๐‚๐”๐ ๐€๐œ๐œ๐ซ๐ž๐๐ข๐ญ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง

Romblon State University has long been recognized for its academic achievements, but a deeper look reveals a driving force that sets it apart: a continuous pursuit of excellence. RSU recently received accreditation for several academic programs from the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP) during an evaluation held on October 16-19, 2023.

The accredited programs for RSU Main Campus include:

Level 4 โ€“ Phase 1 Accredited
– Bachelor of Elementary Education
– Bachelor of Science in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering.

Level 3 โ€“ Phase 1 Accredited
– Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
– Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
– Bachelor of Science in Biology
– Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Financial Management
– Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management.

This accomplishment reflects RSU’s continuous journey toward growth and excellence. The university’s dedication to providing high-quality education is evident in its commitment to meeting the standards set by AACCUP. The granted accreditations hold validity from November 1, 2023, to October 31, 2024. Congratulations on this outstanding achievement, RSUvians!