Holy Name University

Holy Name University
Pamantasan ng Banal na Pangalan
Motto	Benedicite Nomini Eius
Motto in English	"Blessed be His Name"
Established	1946
Type	Private, Catholic University
Religious affiliation	DWEA, CEAP, ACUP, PAASCU
President	Fr. Francisco T. Estepa, SVD
Location	Tagbilaran City, Bohol, Philippines
Campus	3
Hymn	Holy Name March
Colors	yellow and green
Nickname	HNU
Website	www.hnu.edu.ph

The old Holy Name College

Holy Name University Main Campus, Bohol

Holy Name University or HNU (formerly Holy Name College; also the Divine Word College of Tagbilaran) is a Catholic institution of higher learning located in Tagbilaran City, Bohol, Philippines. It is a private, non-profit, co-educational university run by the Society of the Divine Word or SVD. It offers programs in elementary, secondary, undergraduate and graduate levels. Its academic offerings include courses in graduate school, arts and sciences, education, nursing, commerce and accountancy, computer science, engineering, and law. Aside from instruction, HNU engages in research and community extension.

It is accredited by the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities (PAASCU).

It is on several campuses in Tagbilaran City: the Main or Lesage Campus along Lesage-Gallares streets houses the Graduate School, College of Law, the administration and other offices including the Registrar, Finance, Student Affairs, Alumni, Extension, Research Center, Culture and Arts; the Scanlon campus along Miguel Parras Street; and the Janssen Heights Campus in Dampas District where the elementary, secondary (Janssen Building), College of Nursing (St. Freinademetz Building), College of Education and College of Engineering (Bates Building) are.

History

Holy Name University was founded in 1946 by Fr. Alphonse Lesage, SVD, based on the inspiration of Bishop Julio D. Rosales. It started as Holy Name College on July 14, 1947. At that time, it was a diocesan school owned by the Diocese of Tagbilaran. In 1963, the SVDs gained full ownership of the college. It was renamed Divine Word College of Tagbilaran as a full-pledged SVD school. From 1947 to 1970, it was run by SVD expatriate missionaries. In 1970, Fr. Leo D. Ortiz, SVD, became the first Filipino president. Since then, Filipino SVDs have overseen its growth. On September 21, 2001, it was given full autonomy by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). On November 19, 2001, it was granted full university status and the name changed to Holy Name University.^[1]

Academic programs

• Elementary
• Secondary
• Graduate School
• College of Law
• College of Arts and Sciences
• College of Nursing
• College of Engineering
• College of Business and Accountancy
• College of Computer Science
• College of Education

Research

Community Extension and Development

This coordinates the implementation of activities in the community, particularly in barangays in the province of Bohol.

University traditions

• The motto of Holy Name University is "Benedicite Nomini Eius" or Blessed be His name.
• The HNU seal or logo is made up of a blue shield surrounded by an unbroken cord of gold. A gold scroll in the middle contains the motto. The shield has four compartments, each containing an emblem representing the thrusts and character of Holy Name University: the three dimensional triangle (representing the trilogy of education: instruction, research and community extension); the flaming torch (symbol of education and learning); the emblem of the Divine Word (representing both ownership and gratitude to the SVDs); and the hills and coconut tree (representing the province of Bohol and beyond). The main colors of the logo are blue, green and gold.^[2]
• The HNU hymn is the "Holy Name March" written by Atty. and Mrs. Elpidio Biliran.^[3]
• The HNU song is "I wanna be" by Michael Caňares.^[4]

Hallmarks of HNU

• First Catholic University in Bohol.
• One of the 32 higher education institutions in the Philippines granted full autonomy by the Commission on Higher Education
• PAASCU Level III accredited university
• SMART Wireless Engineering Education Program (SWEEP)
• Immersion program of the Campus Ministry Young Missionaries
• Bohol Poll, the first province-based public opinion polling in the country run by the Research Center
• Technology of Participation (ToP) trained-facilitators and trainers
• Center for Local Governance — one of eight in the Philippines
• Diwanag Dance Theatre and Cultural Troupe
• HNU Alumni Association: founding Member of the Federation of Catholic Schools and Alumni Associations (FeCaSAA)
• State-of-the-art Nursing Skills Laboratory
• Online enrollment^[5]
• HNU Water Laboratory: the only one in the Province of Bohol capable of chemical and microbiological testing of drinking water
• Best school in the province to offer education courses
• Highest passing rate among schools in Bohol.
• It has now opened a medical center

Accreditation status

• Level III PAASCU
  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • College of Commerce and Accountancy
  • College of Education
  • Level II PAASCU
  • High School Department
  • Level I PAASCU
  • Grade School Department
  • Civil Engineering

Administration

Board of Trustees (SY 2006-2007)

• Chair: Fr. Roderick Salazar, SVD
• Vice Chair: Fr. Generoso Ricardo Rebayla, SVD
• Members:

Fr. Heinz Kuleuke, SVD

Fr. Ernesto Lagura, SVD

Fr. Franscisco Estepa, SVD

Fr. Florante S. Camacho,SVD

Fr. Brigido Angngasing, SVD

Sr. Eloisa David, OSB

Members of the Cabinet

• President: Fr. Francisco T. Estepa, SVD
• VP for Academic Affairs: Fr. Ruel F. Lero, SVD
• VP for Administration: Fr. Vicente L. Uy, SVD
• VP for Finance: Fr. Cyrus T. Mercado, SVD

Academic administrators

Principals

• Elementary: Dr. Prisciano Legitimas
• Secondary: Dr. Remedios Cardino

Deans

• Graduate School: Dr. Teotima Amborgo
• College of Law: Atty. Tomas Abapo
• College of Arts and Sciences: Fr. Teodoro Gapuz, SVD
• College of Nursing: Mrs. Ruvih Joy P. Garrote
• College of Engineering: Engr. James Uy
• College of Commerce and Accountancy: Dr. Jemma J. Jay CPA
• College of Computer Science: Mrs. Amie Rosarie C. Caballo
• College of Education: Dr. Roque Bongcac

Notable alumni

• Atty. Edgar Migrino Chatto — member of the Philippine House of Representatives, representative of the 1st District Bohol,^[6] presently the governor of Bohol
• Atty. Roberto C. Cajes — member of the Philippine House of Representatives, representative of the 2nd District Bohol^[7]
• Atty. Eladio Manliguez Jala — member of the Philippine House of Representatives, representative of the 3rd District Bohol^[8][9]
• Rene Lopez Relampagos—former governor of Bohol — presently representative of 1st District of Bohol
• Atty. Tomas Abapo—Provincial Administrator, former Board Member
• Fr. Magdaleno Fabiosa, SVD — Provincial Superior, Society of the Divine Word or SVD Philippines Southern Province
• Marjorie Evasco — poet.
• Atty. Oscar Butron Glovasa — 1st place, 1969 Bar Examination
• Wilfredo Bueno — 17th place, 1990 CE Board Examination
• Ronald Araneta — 17th place, 1996 CE Board Examination
• May Solera — 7th place, CPA Board Examination, May 1997
• Romualdo Murcia III — 1st place, CPA Board Examination, October 1997
• Rodnie Melgar — 5th place, 2000 ECE Board Examination
• Ramon Gualberto, Jr. — 6th place, 2001 ECE Board Examination
• Leah Decasa — 8th place, ECE Board Examination, November 2010
• Evelyn Cabanos — 19th place, CPA Board Examination, May 1997
• Jerone Tabanera — 6th place, CPA Board Examination, October 2002
• Melvin Lopena — 15th place, CPA Board Examination, October 2002
• Warren Yap Jr. — 2nd place, CPA Board Examination, May 2006
• Richelle Angalot aka Rich Asuncion — starstruck first princess and GMA network star 2006–present
• Catherine Remperas — —Pinoy Big Brother Double Up Housemate to Finland Big Brother House
• Atty. Abel Damalerio — presently Board Member of Bohol
• Jimmy Borja — world-renowned composer behind the hits "Bukas Nalang Kita Mamahalin," "Dahil Minahal Mo Ako," etc.

References

1. ^ Humble Beginning:A Brief History of an Institution www.hnu.edu.ph Retrieved 28 December 2006.
2. ^ About the seal www.hnu.edu.ph Retrieved 28 December 2006.
3. ^ The Holy Name March www.hnu.edu.ph Retrieved 28 December 2006.
4. ^ "I Wanna Be" (HNU Song) www.hnu.edu.ph Retrieved 28 December 2006.
5. ^ The Hallmarks of HNU www.hnu.edu.ph Retrieved 28 December 2006/
6. ^ Congress Databases
7. ^ Congress Databases
8. ^ Congress Databases
9. ^ Makati Business Club Profile

• HNU is going diamond
• Bohol Directory
• The Good News June 30, 2006
• The Philippine Daily Inquirer
• The Bohol Chronicle 10/04/06
• The Bohol Chronicle 08/13/06
• The Bohol Chronicle 06/14/06
• The Bohol Chronicle 05/21/06
• The Bohol Chronicle 05/03/06
• The Bohol Chronicle 04/30/06
• The Bohol Chronicle0 4/16/06

Bohol portal

External links

• Bohol ideas and informations
• Official website
• Holy Name University alumni community