The 2018 System Research Colloquium, Sharing of Best Practices, and Utilization Workshop, a three-in-one event, was held at the CSM Building of JBLFMU-Molo on February 15, 2018. This yearly event strengthens the research culture and enthusiasm among Lacsonian communities as it features new innovative ideas, knowledge and best practices every year. This activity is one of the highlights of the Foundation Anniversary celebration of JBLFMU. This year, it was graced by distinguished personalities from different institutions who come to share their knowledge, experiences and expertise in the field of research.
Engr. Jed Y. Azucena presented his paper entitled “Organizational Safety, Culture, Values, Practices and Outcomes of Maritime Higher Education
Administrators, department heads, selected faculty and staff, and students from the three units namely JBLFMU-Molo, JBLFMU-Arevalo and JBLCF-Bacolod convened in this event to provide an opportunity for brilliant studies to be presented and for research findings to be discussed and utilized by the JBLFMU community concerned.
Twenty-seven participants from JBLCF-Bacolod attended the event and in the research colloquium, Engr. Jed Y. Azucena presented his paper entitled “Organizational Safety, Culture, Values, Practices and Outcomes of Maritime Higher Education Institutions in Western Visayas” while 2/E Cloyd E. Verdeflor shared the best practices of JBLCF-Bacolod through his paper entitled “Experiential Learning: A Framework for Outcome-Based Education.”
2/E Cloyd E. Verdeflor sharing one of the best practices of JBLCF-Bacolod through his paper entitled “Experiential Learning: A Framework for Outcome-Based Education”
Expectedly, all presenters reported findings, recommendations, new concepts, ideas, information and practices which may be helpful for the improvement or development of the various operations of the institution.
Deck cadet Aezel Segovia, an NSA BSMT 4 student of JBLCF-Bacolod, carried the torch of excellence as one of the chosen representatives of JBLFMU during the 17th Annual General Assembly of the International Association of Maritime Universities-Students Category held in Varna, Bulgaria on October 14, 2017. Her presentation highlighted the challenges of work and rest hours onboard sea-going vessels which is now identified as one of the recurring issues in shipping. D/C Segovia amazed the participants of the conference who were representatives of various maritime institutions, not only by the study that she presented but also by her impressive presentation. Her speaking prowess and display of confidence in responding to the questions posed by the audience made her win the FIRST PLACE IN ORAL RESEARCH PRESENTATION.
Deck Cadet Segovia was asked to present her paper again at the plenary session for IAMU where global maritime industry representatives meet annually. This led her to grab another award—a CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION FOR ARTISTIC SELF-IMPROVEMENT—noting her distinct performance and presentation skills and excellent command of English. A representative from the Gender Equality and Cultural Awareness in Maritime Education and Training (GECAMET) research project specifically applauded her study and presentation.
The entire title of the presentation was “Level of Implementation, Compliance, and Effectiveness of the Maritime Labor Convention Regulations on Work and Rest Hours.” The paper was started by a team of cadets composed of Rofel V. Jino-o, Christopher Paul E. Caldo, and Carl Lester A. Pasilan, her seniors in JBLCF-Bacolod, and was continued under the tutelage of Dr. Emeliza T. Estimo, to raise attention internationally.
Deck Cadet Segovia joined Grieg Star when she was about to begin her second year at JBLF Maritime University in Bacolod. She was described by Jannicke Steen, Grieg Star Head of Maritime Human Resource as “a sharp, tough and articulate young woman.” Steen further testified, “Aezel’s comprehension of the English language was impressive, and she showed no fears, just pure confidence.”
Despite the financial challenges that her family is facing, Deck Cadet Segovia looks positively at every aspect of life. Her success at the IAMU is proof that she is courageous and resolute in facing whatever challenge is placed on her lap. Kudos to you, our dear Aezel, JBLCF-Bacolod’s pride!
Year after year, the papers presented during the Unit Research Colloquium have truly impacted not just the JBLCF-Bacolod community, but the rest of the research community. Being the Maritime Vanguard, the theme of the 2017 Unit Research Colloquium and Research Utilization is “Steering the wheel towards global excellence, making collective decisions through Research.” In line with IMS policy of the institution, which is “to maintain the highest standards of Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental Protection in our consistent drive to satisfy and strive to exceed stakeholders’ expectation,” participants from the faculty and staff of JBCLF-Bacolod have geared towards making researches beneficial to the school, its employees, and even to the students.
The program was held at the HMA Function Hall last August 25, 2017, and was attended by the department heads and a number of faculty and staff of JBLCF-B. The keynote address was delivered by Dr. Mae Flor Posadas, Director for Research and Development of Central Philippine State University, Kabankalan City.
Starting the line of presenters is no less than the Administrator himself, Mr. Robert O. Parcia in his paper entitled “Employees’ Financial Literacy, Behavior, Stress, and Wellness: A Correlational Study.”
Another paper deemed very timely and practical is the study presented by Jan Michael E. Enriquez, Unit Health Officer and Representative Officer for Research of the College of Maritime Education, on “Nutrition and Fitness: Health Habits, Practices and level of Physical Activity of JBLCF-Bacolod Employees.” Mrs. Grace Ibardolaza, faculty member of the College of Maritime Education, enlightened and engaged the participants on her paper “Motivational Factors and Degree of Commitment of JBLCF Bacolod Instructors”. study on the “Employability Skills, OJT Performance, and Academic Achievements of BSCA Graduating Students” was presented by Engr. Raul Ramos, a faculty of the College of Business Education. Gathering the interest of the crowd was the paper presented by 2/M Edgar T. Lemoncito entitled “From Seafaring to Teaching: Commitment, Competence, and Challenges of Deck and Engine Professional Instructors.” Dr. Jose Lizael Lampinez, a faculty member of the College of Maritime Education and at the same time the External Affairs Marketing Officer, presented his paper on the “Professional and Instructional Responsibilities: Basis for Improvement among General Education Faculty of the Maritime Department.”
A panel of experts graced the event with wonderful constructive critiques and inputs in the persons of Dr. Carmen Menes of La Consolacion College-Bacolod, Dr. Mae Flor Posadas of CPSU-Kabankalan City, and Dr. Melchor Magramo, Director for Research and Extension of JBLFMU.
Closing the program, Dr. Emeliza T. Estimo, Unit Research Coordinator of JBLCF-Bacolod, delivered a heartfelt gratitude to all who supported the event and the Research Department of the institution as a whole. One can never over-emphasize the importance of research in any aspect of life. With this, the Research Community of JBLCF-Bacolod is committed to continually steer the wheel towards global excellence, crossing the borders, and claiming territories known to none. – Engr. Albert Anthony M. Delgado
Mr. Robert O. Parcia, Administrator of JBLCF-Bacolod, as he receives his first Certificate of Recognition as oral research presenter
