Volume 2: Issue No. 6 – June 2024

The Official Online Monthly Newsletter of the Office of the President

Vol 3 – No-6 June 2024

KLD holds Groundbreaking Ceremonies for new building

The construction of KLD third building is officially underway after the groundbreaking ceremonies held on June 27, 2024. This initiative underscores the city’s dedication to providing accessible and high-quality education to Dasmarineños. It also aspires to accommodate the growing student population of the institution. As it will house additional classrooms, laboratories, and other facilities which can support both academic and non-academic activities of the students, KLD can further enhance student learning experience and development.

The event was graced by the presence of Mayor Jenny Austria-Barzaga, Vice Mayor Rex Mangubat, Sangguniang Panlungsod Members, Board Members, Barangay Captains, Pagamutan ng Dasmariñas officials, Green Ladies, members of Kababaihan ng Dasmariñas sa Bagong Milenyo, and KLD heads led by President Juanito Cabanias.

Plants for a greener future: KLD joins in tree planting activity

In celebration of Arbor Day, KLD joined forces with the Dasmariñas City Agriculture Office (DCAO) in the promotion of greener future for the city through tree planting. This activity happened at Sitio Buwisan, Langkaan II on June 25, 2024.

The graduating midwifery students of KLD in partnership with DCAO attended the tree planting activity. Their active participation is a testament of their enduring commitment to the community as future healthcare providers. This also serves as an inspiration for others to embrace environmental responsibility and work together to create a greener, healthier future for the City of Dasmariñas.

This initiative was made possible through the efforts of Mayor Jenny Austria- Barzaga in partnership with Panlungsod na Agrikultor Jennifer S. Ibayan and KLD President/College Administrator Dr. Juanito Cabanias.

The event was graced by the presence of Mayor Jenny Austria-Barzaga, Vice Mayor Rex Mangubat, Sangguniang Panlungsod Members, Board Members, Barangay Captains, Pagamutan ng Dasmariñas officials, Green Ladies, members of Kababaihan ng Dasmariñas sa Bagong Milenyo, and KLD heads led by President Juanito Cabanias.

KLD visits BatSU for benchmarking activity

KLD officials visited the Batangas State University (BatSU) Pablo Borbon Campus-College of Medicine on June 7, 2024, for a benchmarking activity. The KLD delegation was composed of administrators from the Office of the Vice President for Research, Mission, and External Affairs (OVPRMEA) and Office of the Vice President of Academic Affairs (OVPAA).

Present in this activity were: Dr. Regielene Gonzales, Vice President, Academic Affairs; Jerbert Abargos, Director for Center for Public Relations, Strategic Planning and Communications; Rudy Bhonne de Lara, Director for Mission, Linkages and External Relations Department; Judea Arthuree B. Aquin, Head of Strategic Planning Unit; Domarth Ace Duque, Dean of Institute of Science; Evander Llaneta, Director for Physical Plant and Facilities Management Department; Jaycee Toledo, Director for Center for Emergency Management, Security and Safety; Jerickson Bautista, Director for Academic Programming and Implementation; and Jannel Alano, Officer of
UniFAST Section.


The delegates were personally welcomed by BatSU Pablo Borbon Campus representatives: Dr. Rowena Abrea, Vice Chancellor for Development and External Affairs; Assoc Prof. Regina Chriscel S. Delute, Head of External Affairs; Dr. Dolores V. Viliran, Dean of College of Medicine; and Dr. Ana Pholyn A. Balahadia, faculty member from the College of Medicine.

In this benchmarking activity, KLD was able to glean insights into BatSU’s best practices in terms of offering the College of Medicine program, laboratory preparation, and program’s quality assurance. Additionally, the KLD delegates gained valuable firsthand observation through a tour of the college facilities such as the anatomy labs, simulation centers, and classrooms.

HSU organizes PhilHealth Konsulta orientation for incoming first year KLD students

The Health Services Unit (HSU) organized the PhilHealth Konsulta orientation for the incoming first year KLD students with the help of the PhilHealth and the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) on June 20, 21 and 24, 2024. The PhilHealth representatives discussed the benefits for members of the agency and guided them on how to fill out the membership form. After the discussion, the CSWDO representatives assessed the documents submitted by the incoming first year students.

Led by Ma. Obelia M. Fontanilla, Chief of Social Insurance Officer- PhilHealth Dasma, the representatives from PhilHealth were composed of: Melba B. Khan; Roldan L. Evangelista; Darlene D. Albaño; and Toni- Lyn K. Agapay.
Representing the CSWDO were: Josie Dela Cruz; Aileen Adap; Jane Ausena; Cecille Adelante; Glo Mantele; Jho Soliven; Lenny Dinapo; Leny Martes; Lena Cabansa; Len Ellar; Fe Drilon; Jane Aquino; Mercy Lubao; Emily Lara; Raquel Escobin; Sally Sadora; Rowena Japson; Susan Reyes; Virgie Camerino; and Jusanel Albarico.

Furthermore, the following KLD administrators assisted the said orientation: Julie Ann D. Jasmin, Head of Health Services Unit; Herlyn G. Blasurca, Associate Dean of Institute of Nursing; Russel E. Gatdula, Associate Dean of Institute of Mathematical Applications and Computing Sciences; Ma. Eunice Luching, Associate Dean of Institute of Liberal Arts; Alona R. Navarro, Associate Dean, Institute of Midwifery; Herlina O. Gabriel, Clinical Coordinator of
Institute of Midwifery; and Dexter A. Sembrano, Associate Dean of Institute of Engineering.

Per PhilHealth Cir. No. 2020-022, this program provides “access to primary care by adopting a responsive financing mechanism for the delivery of quality primary care services and commodities. Likewise, it aims to define the PhilHealth Konsulta benefit package and to provide specific guidelines on registration to a primary care provider, benefit availment, applicable payment mechanism, reporting rules and performance assessment.”

Office of the Month

The Institute of Science (IoS) was recognized as the Office of the Month, for its invaluable contribution to the KLD academic community.

IoS, under the leadership of Dean Domarth Ace Duque, has successfully submitted to CHED all needed requirements for the initial permit of the new program, Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences. BS Life Sciences is a four-year degree program that equips students with a solid foundation in biological sciences. It is a good pre-med degree, as it offers essential courses such as biochemistry, zoology, ecology, human anatomy and physiology, developmental biology, genetics, microbiology, cell and molecular biology, bioethics, parasitology, bacteriology, virology, immunology, and comparative anatomy.

This initiative leads to the provision of opportunity and accessibility for those students who have interest in taking the program in the future.

Congratulations, IoS!

Employee of the Month

Assoc. Prof. Vicky Balbio has been serving as the nexus between students, faculty, and administration.

She has consistently shown an exceptional level of dedication in administering student records and enrollment, managing the academic calendar, and in supporting the deans and administrative offices.

The policies and guidelines implemented by her office have significantly contributed to the efficiency and productivity of both administrative and academic operations.

In recognition of her commitment in ensuring the integrity of the institution’s academic records, the Employee of the Month was given to Assoc. Prof. Vicky Balbio, our College Registrar.

Congratulations!

Editor’s note

Happy 1st Anniversary, The P-Wall!

The official online monthly newsletter of the Office of the President, The P-Wall, has just celebrated one year since going live. It started publishing articles in June 2023; since then, The P-Wall has become an online platform that captures significant stories about KLD accomplishments and institutional activities.

The previous features, 1st anniversary stories in this issue, and perhaps those to come over the next year, present the notable transformation that has made KLD what it is today. We hope all our pieces inspire you to mull over how far our institution has come from and where it is going. We will continue, as always, to keep you informed through our stories – stay tuned.

Wishing you all the best,

Jhonies G. Saysi
Editor, The P-Wall