Donned in traditional Asian attire, over hundreds of employees flocked to the University Gymnasium last October 3, Monday, yearning to seize coveted awards and recognitions in the 3rd Gawad Parangal for Service Excellence.
The said event is held annually to recognize and honor employees for their hard work and priceless contributions to the accomplishments of the Romblon State University adhering to Republic Act No. 6731 or the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards of Public Officials and Employees.
As a state-owned higher education institution, the University holds the Gawad Parangal in celebration of the CSC’s Philippine Civil Service Anniversary.
Former CHED Commissioner and Chairlady of the University Board of Regents Dr. Lillian De Las Llagas keynoted on the ten-year overarching theme “Transforming Public Service in the Next Decade: Honing Agile and Future-ready Servant Heroes” with focus on resilience.
“Ang inyong indibidwal at kolektibong pamamaraan, pagsusumikap, pasensya, karunungan, istratehiya ay katunayan o ebidensiya na kayo ang kadahilanan sa mga tinatamasang tagumpay ng Romblon State University,” De Las Llagas said in her address.
Dignitaries of the provincial government were represented by Atty. Bernie Fondevilla and Atty. Lizette Mortel. Odiongan town mayor Hon. Trina Firmalo-Fabic also graced the awards rites.
In her third turn, University President Merian Catajay-Mani delivered her State of the University Address. She presented the milestones of the University in the last academic year.
Among the events highlighted were the hosting of the first regional REDi congress, increase in wages of employees, University’s partnerships with Canadian and American universities, presidency of former ILAO director Reynaldo Ramos in Technological University of the Philippines, consistent performance of the University in the Criminologist Licensure Examination, and status of the University as NEAP Learning Service Provider.
Luway R&D team seized the Pag-asa ng RSU with their project “Development, Performance, Evaluation and Utilization of Tiger Grass Post Harvest Technologies.” R&D Luway Team is composed of Engr. Virne B. Dalisay, Engr. Rey P. Lilang, Dr. Bilshan F. Servañez, Engr. Christian M. Mortel, Dr. Alfredo F. Fortu Jr. and Dr. Eddie G. Fetalvero as its members.
NSTP and DRRMO director Edgar Andalecio bagged Dangal ng RSU for his leadership, good rapport with colleagues, and active involvement in Couples for Christ leading and initiating humanitarian causes such as the Gawad Kalinga housing projects.
Acting HRMO Nonito Blancia received Lingkod ng RSU out of his significant contribution as long-serving educator and co-author of Assessment of Learning textbooks. It is reported that in his tenure, the University was accelerated to PRIME-HRM Maturity Level 2.
Other employees clinched minor awards for their loyalty, professional growth, and outstanding performance in research, extension, and development as well as in administrative and support services. The crème de la crème among academic personnel and units were also proclaimed onstage. Here is a full list of the recipients:
Milestone Awards
Loyalty Award
10 Years in Service
Fabello, John B.
Rosas, Nova Marie F.
Fadriquela, Marbeth M.
Fornal, Mae Stella A.
Inocencio, Ray Joseph G.
Federico, Jovy B.
Robles, Davy P.
15 Years in Service
Gamol, Dave John V.
Dalisay, Virne F.
Maulion, Alwin F.
Moreno, Evaliza F.
Dalisay, Hiecel F.
Bangalisan, Blezilda R.
Famorcan, Shiela R.
Manliguez, Joseph M.
20 Years in Service
Sy, Donna Bel F.
Faminial, Tomas T.
Fallesgon, Ruth Mary P.
Fetalsana, Domingo D.
Rafol, Maricon R.
Andres, Roberto S.
25 Years of Service
Dulompori, Jocelyn F.
Meren, Delia C.
Rasgo, Rey P.
Marin, Alejandro R.
30 Years of Service
Gaa, Allen A.
Gaac, Elvin F.
Foja, Errol S.
Fabila, Eddie F.
Montoya, Emelyn F.
35 Years of Service
Fabello, Daniel G.
Gadon, Leme G.
Famorcan, Florame F.
40 Years of Service
Blancia, Nonito M.
Professional Growth Award:
Marjail I. Ferriol
Mary Jane R. Arboleda
Reynaldo V. Ruga
Villarin M. Vibas
Jennifer C. Mortos
Outstanding Performance in Research, Extension, Development, and Innovation
Best Extensionist:
Dr. Augusto D. Tayco Jr. (ICJE)
Best Extension Project:
COMMUNITECH: Technical Capability Building on Records Management (IIT)
Best Researcher:
Dr. Denver I. Walitang (CAFF)
Best Research Project:
Design and Implementation of Arduino-Based and Solar Powered Drip Irrigation System (CET)
Outstanding Performance in Administrative and Support Services
Most Promising Administrative Personnel:
John Kelly F. Madeja
Best Support Staff:
Joe Mari U. Madali
Best Technical Staff:
Anthony C. Sevilla
Best General Services Personnel:
Ronald M. Arbis
Best Unit Head:
Sarah Jane F. Fallaria
Best Unit Director:
Dr. Eddie G. Fetalvero
Best Non-Academic Unit:
Research and Development Unit
Model Employees of the Year:
Katherine F. Cortez
Wiemer F. Rioja
Dr. Reynaldo P. Ramos
Oustanding Performance Among Academic Personnel and Units
Most Promising Faculty (Lecturer):
John Roeder F. Lachica, Melchor S. Rufon
Best Faculty (Instructor):
Garry Vanz V. Blancia
Best Faculty (Assistant Professor):
Dr. Miguel D. Visca Jr.
Best Facuty (Assistant Professor):
Ruth Mary P. Fallesgon
Best Department Chair:
John B. Fabello
Best Dean:
Dr. Jun P. Dalisay
Best Campus Director:
Dr. Emelia B. Ramos
Best Academic Unit:
College of Education
Best Campus:
San Fernando Campus
CAO’S CHOICE AWARD
Information and Communication Technology Services Center
Edmar G. Venus Jr.
Zaldy F. Montoya
VPAF’S CHOICE AWARD
Mar A. dela Cruz
Lito G. Inocencio
Jerome Adolfo F. Fajarito
VPAA’S CHOICE AWARD
Dr. Mark G. Calimbo
Dr. Ester L. Forlales
Annabelle F. Ida
VP REDI’S CHOICE AWARD
Princess Fatima S. de Juan
Clara Jean M. Juanzo
Joemar Manzo
PRESIDENT’S CHOICE AWARD
Hiecel F. Dalisay
Carolyn D. Fetalver
Jerryjay G. Fornal
Daniel M. Fabello
Wennie D. Fajutnao
The University recognized its partner agencies, organizations, and individuals. Said agencies were Odiongan RHU, Provincial Health Office, Provincial DOH Office, Malasakit Center RPH, DOST – MIMAROPA, PSTO Romblon, LGUs of Looc, Santa Maria, Odiongan, Calatrava, San Fernando, Sta. Fe, San Andres and Cajidiocan, Provincial Government of Romblon, Brgy. San Roque, Office of the Congressman, DTI, BFP-Odiongan, DepEd Division of Romblon, 410th Community Defense Center, DA, and KWF.
Partner organizations include the Sibuyan Polytechnic College Multipurpose Cooperative, Philippine Red Cross – Romblon Chapter, Rotary Club of Manila Binondo Prime, and MIMAROPA Kabalikat Inc. Radio Communicator’s Civic Organization.
As finale, the customary search for Lakan and Lakambini 2022 was pulled off to showcase the most stunning garb in the event. Flaunting his pitch-black Vietnamese ao dai, John Fabello was declared Lakan 2022 while Cielo Amor Ferrancullo dazzling in a golden chut thai was hailed as Lakambini 2022. The motif of this year’s Gawad Parangal is Asian culture exhibiting their clothing, dances, and music.
