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ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING ASSISTANT IN SPAIN
We’re Hiring!
 
ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING ASSISTANT IN SPAIN
 
Are you passionate about teaching English and eager to make a positive impact on students’ language skills?
 
In partnership with Cebu Normal University, the Spanish Ministry of Education is looking for qualified applicants who will get to teach in Spain and obtain professional development experience as an international teacher while immersing themselves in the Spanish culture.
 
If you have a love for language, a desire to inspire, and a commitment to fostering a vibrant learning environment, we encourage you to apply!
 
Education:
 
  • Must be a graduate of Cebu Normal University with a degree in BA English Language or Literature, BSED English, or BA Communication, and graduates of other courses equipped with proficiencies in English and Spanish language
  • With a General Weighted Average (GWA) of at least 1.70
  • Additional certifications in DELE/SIELE, IELTS, TESOL, TEFL, CELTA, or similar qualifications will be advantageous.
  • A PRC license or Diploma of Professional Education is an advantage.
Language proficiency:
 
  • Proficient in English with excellent written and spoken communication skills
  • Spanish fluency with at least an A1 level 108-hour Spanish language course, two-semester Spanish classes, or 126-hour Spanish language training from Instituto Cervantes * Graduates from CNU with no Spanish should join the Instituto Cervantes as students of A1.
Teaching Experience:
 
  • Teaching experience is a must
  • Teaching experience with international students is a plus.
Requirements:
 
To apply for the position of English Language Teaching Assistant, please provide details and submit the following documents (all in one PDF
1. Latest Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Reference Letters (two reference letters from CNU faculty members that can attest to your abilities and character)
3. Copy of the Transcript of Records
4. Copy of relevant trainings
Orientation Schedule: 1st week of October
(meeting details to be announced)
 
For more details, visit:
Application Deadline: September 30, 2023
 
Be empowered and explore new horizons!
 
The orientation for the English Language Teaching Assistant Program in Spain will take place on October 3, 2023, at 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM. This event is open to all CNU Graduates.
 
This orientation is the next step to the selection process. Learn about the essentials of the program for your journey to obtain professional development experiences as an international teacher.
 
Join us via Zoom!
 
To register, please complete our form here:
 
For inquiries about the program, please email:
Dr. Jollibee A. Aharul
Chair, TWG for LAP in Spain
aharulj@cnu.edu.ph
Please use your personal email for any inquiries.
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Opening Ceremony 123rd Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA)
Faculty members, teaching staff, and students of Cebu Normal University (CNU) gathered to open the month-long celebration of the Civil Service Month today, September 4, as part of the 123rd Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA).
 
The 10-year theme, “Transforming Public Service in the Next Decade: Honing Agile and Future Ready-Servant Heroes,” is helmed with its sub-theme “dynamism” to emphasize the importance of digital transformation, innovation, and excellence and continuity in public service.
 
In his speech, 6th CNU State Universities and Colleges (SUC) President III, Dr. Daniel A. Ariaso Sr., discussed the university’s P176.6 million budget cut in the year 2024 based on the proposed national budget submitted by the Marcos Jr. administration.
 
He conveyed that the situation requires much effort to retake and the university will regulate and rationalize travels to earn savings and must engage more in research.
 
Ariaso ended his speech with the quote by Jack Ma, “Don’t give up. Today is hard, tomorrow will be worse, but the day after tomorrow will be sunshine.”
 
The celebration is under the late President Fidel V. Ramos’ Presidential Proclamation No. 1050, series of 1997, which designated September as Civil Service Month.
 
Furthermore, various activities intended for the month-long celebration are now ready to set off. §
 
Words and Photos by Donna Rose Egos
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CNU students immerse in Indonesian language and culture through CULTURA 2023

Cebu Normal University participated in The 2nd Course of Language and Culture of Indonesia (CULTURA) 2023 which was held from July 3rd to August 16th via Zoom. CULTURA 2023 was a six-week virtual summer course program hosted by the Sultan Agung Islamic University (UNISSULA).

Students from different universities from different countries such as the Philippines, Vietnam, China, Chile, India, Pakistan, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and the U.S.A. huddled virtually to learn about the Indonesian language and culture.

Cebu Normal University was represented by the following students: Noel Junior Quijano and Krestine Velos from the College of Teacher Education; Lendejhar Pescador and Lera Jane Camangyan from the College of Arts and Sciences; Shenna Montero from the Balamban Campus; and Delight Rosales from the Medellin Campus. These students were endorsed by the College IZN Focal Persons.

The opening ceremony and first session had the students introduced themselves coinciding the first lesson about “Salam” or the basic Indonesian courtesy. Hon. Rio Pribadi, Head of the Office of International Affairs (UNISSULA), briefed the students everything about the program.

Over the next sixteen meetings, the students engaged in different learning activities and cultural exchanges, on the “Alfabet”, on the “nama-nama hari” which translates to “names of the days” and “nama-nama bulan” or “names of the months”, on “angka dalam Bahasa Indonesia” or “the numbers in Indonesian”, on “Perkenalan” or “Introducing Oneself”, and even the “kata ganti orang” or “pronouns”. The students also carried out homework and tests, as well as presentations of their “keluarga” or “family”.

As the final assignment, the students were tasked to either cover a traditional Indonesian song or recite an Indonesian poem with corresponding awards up for grabs. For a remarkable triumph, all winners from the final assignment were from the Philippines and were recognized during the CULTURA 2023 closing ceremony. Our own Krestine M. Velos won the “Most Liked Performance” award. The winning students’ performance videos were presented as well. All students who completed the virtual summer course program were given a certificate as well as a letter of credit.

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Taiwanese GS students visit CNU

Master of Education in School Administration Program students of National ChengChi University (NCU), Taipei, Taiwan visited Cebu Normal University (CNU) last July 20, 2023. Led by graduate school professor, Dr. Joseph (Meng-Chun) Chin of NCU, the visit aimed to learn from and foster possible collaborations with various universities and schools in neighboring countries.

NCU, being Taiwan’s leading in-service graduate program for teachers and school administrators, expressed interest in CNU’s education and internship practices. Dr. Chin together with the 23 graduate school students who are also teachers, supervisors, headmasters, and school principals of different kindergarten, elementary, and high schools in Taiwan, asked about special education offerings, Diploma in Professional Education, summer courses, and best pedagogical practices of the university. Dr. Helen B. Boholano, dean of the College of Teacher Education, Dr. Gwendelina A. Villarante, Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA), and Dr. Daisy R. Palompon, Director for Research and Development and former VPAA catered to the queries of the guests.

One of the students raised a question about CNU’s future plans for internationalization. Dr. Daisy R. Palompon and Ms. Naila Y. Beltran, Director for External Affairs and International Linkages, presented the university’s initiatives and current international partnerships with academic institutions abroad. Director Beltran also added that partnerships put a premium as well on research as CNU is a research university of education. Dr. Boholano invited NCU students to participate and present their research at the upcoming Teacher Education Students Conference (TESTCon).

The sharing ended with an exchange of gifts from the two universities and picture-taking sessions. The visitors toured the whole campus, including a short visit to the president’s office.

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Normalites sweep awards in SUC Fair 2023
Cebu Normal University (CNU) delegates ignited the institution and Region VII’s pride as they secured third place in the Same Event Edit and Songwriting Competition at the State Universities and Colleges (SUC) Fair 2023, held in SM City, Iloilo, from July 10-13.
 
Themed “Navigating the Global Academic Landscape through Innovations, Cultural and Arts Preservation, and Higher Education Quality,” the annual fair hosted by the West Visayas State University (WVSU) commemorated the Commission on Higher Education’s (CHED) anniversary.
Hailing from the Department of Communication and Media Studies (DCMS), first-year Integrated Marketing Communication and Press Relations (IMCPR) Lourdes Isabella Corpuz and third-year Broadcast Journalism majors Carl John Griño and Hoehnferdz Gonzaga bagged third place in the Same Event Edit Competition.
 
“I wasn’t expecting that I would be able to experience a face-to-face national competition this year. Nonetheless, it is an honor to represent Cebu Normal University and the Central Visayas region on the national stage,” said Griño in a Facebook post.
 
Moreover, Corpuz shared in an interview that they had to start working as early as four AM to take good shots and only had one day to edit the video.
 
Having recently triumphed at the Philippine Fact-Checking Summit’s Pak Check! Video Making Contest last June 30, she conveyed that the three of them contended at the said competition in anticipation of the SUC Fair and to “build rapport and test our skill set.”
 
“I find it an honor to work and learn from my two seniors in the Communication Department, Owen and Carl, because they taught me a lot of things in journalism as well as proper work ethics. The three of us enjoy good conversations [and] discussions, but I think what connects us is our love for storytelling,” Corpuz added.
 
Coached by DCMS Chair Dr. Joseph Elvir Tubilan, team leader Gonzaga led the script-writing and editing, while Corpuz and Griño handled graphics and translations. Griño also took charge of the documentary’s voice-over.
 
The team documented the significance and highlights of the four-day fair in their three-minute video, which brought together innovations, culture, and arts from the SUCs of all regions.
 
Crimson, golden voice
 
Meanwhile, Krisha Ira Mae Sepe (Bachelor of Arts in Communication major in Broadcast Journalism I) and CNU-Chorale representatives Joel Japheth Guion (Bachelor of Culture and Arts Education III) and Sean Andrex Martinez (Bachelor of Arts in Literature II) clinched the Songwriting Competition third place.
CNU-Chorale Director Darlane Yap guided the team as Martinez and Kirsten Orbeta (Bachelor of Arts in English Language II) composed the song while Guion made the music and arrangements.
 
In an interview, Guion shared that they made the song “Beyond The Possibilities”, which speaks about how life is full of possibilities, in only three days because of the sudden announcement.
 
He furthered that he felt anxious singing in front of a crowd, but with the support of their teachers and Professor Yap, they performed the song without regret.
 
Martinez also expressed his insights on the event, “It was truly a memorable experience. I have witnessed different kinds of culture portrayed in different arts and innovations. This experience and opportunity have given me a better understanding of the world we live in.” §
 
Words and Screenshots by Jonalyn Infante
Pubmats grabbed from WVSU Facebook Page
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PRE-ENROLLMENT AND ENROLLMENT PROCESS (FACE-TO-FACE/ONLINE)

GUIDE FOR THE ONLINE/FACE-TO-FACE
PRE-ENROLLMENT TO ENROLLMENT PROPER 

Requirements for Submission of Admission Credentials in the Registrar's Office
Overview of the Steps from Pre-Enrollment to Enrollment Proper

FLOWCHART OF THE PRE-ENROLLMENT PROCESS (NEW STUDENTS)

Pre-Enrollment Preparation Process Flowchart Face to Face

ENROLLMENT PROPER PROCESS FLOWCHART (ONLINE & FACE-TO-FACE)

Enrollment Proper Online
Enrollment Proper Face-to-Face
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CNU Communicators Clinch First Place in Philippine Fact-Checking Summit 2023

Manila, June 30, 2023—Students from the Department of Communication and Media Studies at Cebu Normal University clinched the first-place in the Pak! Check Video Making Contest. The sub-competition took place under the Philippine Fact-Checking Summit 2023, held at the esteemed Dr. George S.K. Ty Hall on the 4th floor of the Blessed Garcia Paredes, O.P. Building, University of Santo Tomas, Manila.

The awarding ceremony, held on June 30, 2023, aimed to bring awareness to the pressing issue of information disorder and the importance of fact-checking in combating it. It was organized by organizations such as Media Civics Lab Fact Checking Academy, Break the Fake Movement, Internews, Rappler, Facts First PH, and Rappler Move PH.

The victorious team, known as “Fact Warriors,” comprised three students: Carl John Griño, Hoehnferdz Gonzaga, and Lourdes Isabella Corpuz. Their winning video explored the critical issue of information disorder, specifically focusing on misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation. The team carefully selected these types of information disorders based on the guidelines and criteria provided by the event organizers, ensuring the content remained relevant and informative.

Despite facing time constraints due to their busy schedules, the team demonstrated unwavering determination. They produced their entry on the day of the submission while two team members simultaneously worked on internship requirements. The scriptwriting took place the night before the deadline, and the materials were meticulously edited on the night of the submission. Prior to producing the content, the team conducted thorough research, gathering different factual information to strengthen their video.

“We realized the significance of fact-checking and the responsibility of communicators in helping people become more discerning consumers of information, especially in today’s vast media landscape,” Gonzaga stated.

Their video highlighted effective fact-checking strategies in a simple and direct manner, emphasizing the basics of fact-checking as a vital foundation for assessing information on social media platforms. The content focused on debunking false information, providing essential tips for assessing information, and promoting media information literacy. Additionally, the video
suggested various reliable websites and pages that viewers could utilize to determine the reliability of information, empowering individuals to combat information disorder and avoid falling victim to misleading content.

With their skills as researchers and writers, the team stressed the significance of relying on credible sources to ensure the accuracy of the information in their video entry. The key to their entry was the emphasis on strengthening Media and Information Literacy. The team firmly believed that integrating this subject into educational curricula would equip students with the critical skills needed to identify false information and make them less susceptible to sharing misleading content.

“We believe that by integrating this subject [Media and Information Literacy] into educational curricula, students will develop the critical skills necessary to identify false information and become less susceptible to sharing misleading content,” Griño stated with conviction.

Other winners in the contest included the second-place “Happy Pride” from St. Louis University Baguio, the third-place “JEDMIG” from Mary Immaculate Parish Special School, and “Explained PH” from Polytechnic University of the Philippines Sta. Mesa.

The Pak! Check Video Making Contest showcased the talents and dedication of the students, furthering the fight against information disorder and promoting the crucial practice of fact-checking.The Fact Warriors’ fact-checking skills and commitment to promoting media literacy have earned them well-deserved recognition. Their work stands as a testament to the
power of communication in disseminating reliable information and combating the spread of misinformation in the digital age.

Written by: Marie Therese S. Pacaña
Photo grabbed: Media Civics Club

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LANDSCAPING INTERNATIONALIZATION THROUGH STRATEGIC ALLIANCES: THE NAFSA 2023 CONFERENCE & EXPO

The internationalization of Cebu Normal University (CNU) is keen to involve the integration of international and intercultural dimensions to mark its position among the prominent educational institutions in Asia and the Pacific region. The National Association of Foreign Student Advisers (NAFSA) Annual Conference & Expo is a forum attended by professionals and international education leaders to discover emerging trends in student mobility, establish new partnerships, participate in networking opportunities, and identify upcoming marketplace needs. This year, NAFSA’s theme is “Inspiring an Inclusive Future.” As such, CNU embarked on this opportune mission aligned with the university’s internationalization priorities and strategies.

The External Affairs and International Linkages Office in response to the invitation from the Commission on Higher Education International Affairs Staff invited Dr. Ma. Socorro G. Manaloto, Dean of the CNU-Vicente Sotto Memorial Medical Center (VSMMC) College of Medicine, to represent CNU. CNU’s participation in the international forum is aimed at crafting comprehensive internationalization pathways, enhancing the international reputation, visibility, and branding of CNU, establishing new partnerships with international Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), and exploring collaborative opportunities in student and faculty mobility, curriculum development, and research.

Dr. Manaloto’s mission highlights include meetings with different United States HEIs and discussions on potential avenues for partnerships. For instance, the meeting with Lin Larson of the

College of Engineering of the University of Texas at Arlington offered a possible workshop collaboration with the College of Medicine  (COM) and College of Nursing for Medical Informatics; CNU COM curriculum includes Informatics for Level 2 students. The feasibility of exchange programs for both undergraduate and graduate levels in Biology, Psychology, and Medicine, were discussed with the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.

Other U.S. HEIs in connection were the Texas Tech University Health Service Center, Kansas State University, University of Arizona, Loyola Marymount University of California, and York College of Pennsylvania. The conversations encompassed academic and research collaborations, Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL), internship programs, and virtual simulations. The last day of the conference involved a final debriefing with Ms. Christine Grace Catindig of the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines.

Dr. Manaloto remarked that the NAFSA 2023 Conference and Expo has opened doors for internationalization and is a new step to global commitment.

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CNU forges partnership with Chitkara University

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Cebu Normal University and Chitkara University was signed in a virtual ceremony on June 1, 2023, to formalize the engagement for international academic cooperation through promoting educational collaboration and cultural understanding.

The MoU stipulates the collaboration between CNU and Chitkara University of India through internationalization programs such as international mobility, joint bilateral academic and research meetings, joint research cooperation, and academic exchanges. The programs covered in this partnership include Psychology and Counseling, Mass Communication, Hospitality Management, Education, Health Sciences, and Liberal Arts.

The MoU Signing Ceremony was attended by Ms. Naila Y. Beltran, the Director of the External Affairs and International Linkages Office and the Internationalization Focal Persons of the College of Arts and Sciences, Dr. Jeson A. Bustamante and Dr. Jollibee A. Aharul. Dr. Genara B. Pacana also attended the ceremony on behalf of Dr. Filomena T. Dayagbil, the Officer-in-Charge of the Office of the University President, and Dr. Angeline M. Pogoy, the Vice President for Research, Extension, and Publication.

Chitkara University was represented by the Honorable Vice Chancellor Dr. Archana Mantri, as well as Dr. Amit Mittal and Dr. Rahul Pandey.

In her closing message, the Honorable Vice Chancellor shares her hopes for a cordial, fruitful, and impactful research collaborations.

After exchanging messages of commitment to the success of the partnership, a photo opportunity was held.

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