UB STELA - BA English Language

𝐁𝐀𝐄𝐋 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

𝐛𝐲 Nicolene Delos Santos

The BA English Language (BAEL) program convened students across all year levels and faculty members at the Smart AVR in the UB Gym Building on August 17, 2026, for its annual course orientation, formally opening the new academic year with guidance, reminders, and inspiration.

Hosted by Mr. Vincent Sito and Ms. Angelika Espayos, the orientation commenced with warm welcoming remarks from Ms. Nicole Anne Carmen, adviser of the Shakespearean Society. Following this, Ms. Hazel Joy Tawas and Mr. Rainer Orosco introduced the esteemed faculty members who will guide students throughout their academic journey.

The highlights of the presentations included, the "Policies, Standards, and Guidelines (PSG)" presented by Dr. Maria Virginia Kitan, covering the BAEL curriculum. Dr. Stacy Haynie Ayson then introduced the internship program, outlining a wide range of career opportunities. To keep students on track, Mr. Brent Gorio explained the grading system, while Dr. Michelle Ranges presented the EXCEL series, shared accomplishment reports, and provided important updates regarding the latest program implementations.

Additionally, Ms. Jalilah Pansar, one of the creatives of the Shakespearean Society, presented an accomplishment report highlighting the organization's recent achievements. The orientation concluded with inspirational recorded video messages from BAEL alumni: Dr. Mannilyn Ranges Cacanindin (Batch 2009), Atty. Dyna Chen Amy Diwan (Batch 2013), Ms. Joy Anne Ganer (Batch 2017), and Mr. Charls Matthew De Perio (Batch 2025). Their heartfelt words served as encouragement and living testimony that "In BAEL, We Excel" across diverse career paths. Miss Kyla Portin and Amor Cayasen who are currently in Nagasaki Wesleyan University in Japan for the Cultural Exchange Program and Mr. Lee Ian Veneracion who had the opportunity to have a cultural / Immersion in the College of Asian Scholars in Khon Kaen, Thailand, also shared their insights and experiences of the opportunities and challenges they have experienced while in the Student Mobility Programs.
Afterward, the Shakespearean Society held its officer elections for Academic Year 2026–2027, facilitated by Ms. Nicole Anne Carmen and Mr. Gabriel Guzman.

The annual orientation reflected the University of Baguio’s commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically SDG 4 (Quality Education): Ensuring students are empowered to achieve excellence through lifelong learning. SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth): Equipping students with high-value skills for broad career paths across education, corporate, media, and public sectors.
Finally, SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals): Building strong collaborative networks among students, faculty, and local and global alumni to achieve an inclusive future.

Beyond academic guidelines, the orientation highlighted the insightful and fun interaction of all year level students and strengthened the bonds within the BAEL community. Supported by dedicated mentors and inspiring alumni, the community continues to embody our motto: "In BAEL, We Excel” in both academic and professional careers.

𝕎𝕖𝕝𝕔𝕠𝕞𝕖 𝕥𝕠 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝔹𝔸𝔼𝕃 ℙ𝕣𝕠𝕘𝕣𝕒𝕞 𝕆𝕣𝕚𝕖𝕟𝕥𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕠𝕟 𝟚𝟘𝟚𝟞.
𝕊𝔼𝔼 𝕐𝕆𝕌 𝕆ℕ 𝕋ℍ𝔼 𝟙𝟟𝕋ℍ, 𝕊ℍ𝔸𝕂𝔼𝕊ℙ𝔼𝔸ℝ𝔼𝔸ℕ𝕊!

PLEASE NOTE:
AM STELA STUDENTS' ORIENTATION- UB GYM
PM PROGRAM ORIENTATION- SMARY AVR

🌐VIEW YOUR ENROLLED COURSES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS ONLINE WITH UB’S BLACKBOARD LMS ACCESS🔆

Heads up, UBians! As part of the University of Baguio's Ease-Into-Learning Protocol and flexible online arrangements, UB now provides Blackboard learning management system (LMS) access to the academic community for real-time updates on enrolled courses, learning materials, activities, and other department-related content. 📱

UB BLACKBOARD LMS ACCESS
University of Baguio
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📍 Get your student Blackboard access here: https://blackboard.ubaguio.edu
📧 For concerns, contact the management information office at [email protected]

📣 FOR MOBILE USERS:
🔸 Install and download the Blackboard app by Anthology (Play Store/App Store)
🔸 Search University of Baguio
🔸 Sign in using your student account and select the appropriate UB Blackboard system to view your enrolled courses list

📣 FOR WEB/DESKTOP USERS:
🔸 Select the appropriate login option
🔸 Sign in using your official University of Baguio email account (.ubaguio.edu)
🔸 Once logged in, check the courses section for your enrolled subjects

📣 NOTES AND REMINDERS FOR STUDENTS:
🔸Students with outstanding down payment requirements are therefore advised to settle the required amount as soon as possible to avoid delays in accessing their courses and academic materials

Let’s get chattin’, UBians! ⭐💫

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𝕊𝕥𝕦𝕕𝕖𝕟𝕥𝕤' 𝕆𝕣𝕚𝕖𝕟𝕥𝕒𝕚𝕠𝕟 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞, 𝐝𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭! 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐰𝐞 𝐤𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦.

📅 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟏𝟕, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
𝕊𝕋𝔼𝕃𝔸 𝕆ℝ𝕀𝔼ℕ𝕋𝔸𝕋𝕀𝕆ℕ
⏰𝟠:𝟘𝟘 𝔸𝕄
📍 𝕌𝔹 𝔾𝕐𝕄

𝔹𝔸𝔼𝕃 ℙℝ𝕆𝔾ℝ𝔸𝕄 𝕆ℝ𝕀𝔼ℕ𝕋𝔸𝕋𝕀𝕆ℕ
⏰𝟙:𝟘𝟘 ℙ𝕄
📍 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐀𝐕𝐑

📣UB ANNOUNCEMENT: HIGHER EDUCATION CLASS OPENING ARRANGEMENTS FOR AUGUST 10 TO 14, 2026📣

In view of the continuing heavy Habagat (southwest monsoon) rains, localized landslide risks, and hazardous travel conditions along major access roads to Baguio City, the University of Baguio will implement a Flexible Online Learning Arrangement for the first week of classes, August 10–14, 2026.🌩️

The said arrangement shall adhere to the University's Ease-Into-Learning Protocol, allowing classes and course activities to start while providing faculty and students with time to safely adjust to the new academic term.

FOR STUDENTS
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🔸 Prioritize your safety
Do not travel if weather or road conditions are hazardous. Students coming from areas affected by severe weather are advised to remain at home and participate online when possible.

🔸 Stay informed through student portals and official class group chats
Log in to your Student Portal and join the official Group Chats established by your instructors or program.

🔸 Complete your student course onboarding
Download your course syllabi, check your course requirements, and participate in your instructors’ course orientations.

🔸 No academic penalties for weather-related disruptions
Students will not be penalized or marked absent when power outages, internet interruptions, or travel disruptions caused by the weather prevent them from participating in scheduled online sessions.

🔸 Communicate and stay up-to-date with your instructors
Inform your Instructor, Program Chair, or Dean as soon as power and internet connectivity become available.

FOR FACULTY MEMBERS
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🔸 Excercise work and duties remotely when conditions permit
Faculty members may work remotely if they have reliable internet connectivity and can effectively perform their assigned teaching and related duties online.

**Faculty members may only report to the university when travel and campus reporting are allowed and safe under the current circumstances if internet connectivity is not available. Faculty members may switch to preparing coursework and other suitable academic tasks that can be done offline when physically reporting to campus is impractical or forbidden due to weather and safety concerns.

**Students must be informed of these arrangements in a clear and concise manner via the channels of communication that are available.

🔸 Activate course communication channels
Make course rooms active and establish official class Group Chats and LMS course shells as soon as possible.

🔸 Focus on orientation and onboarding
During the first week, prioritize course orientations, syllabus walkthroughs, course expectations, and student onboarding.

🔸 Observe the Ease-Into-Learning Protocol
No graded assessments, strict submission deadlines, or high-stakes quizzes shall be required during Week 1.

🔸 Provide flexible alternatives
Provide asynchronous learning options for students affected by power, connectivity, or travel disruptions, in accordance with Administrative Memorandum No. 010, s. 2026.

🔸 Exercise compassion and flexibility
Faculty members are expected to exercise maximum consideration and leniency regarding student connectivity, attendance, and participation during this period.

FOR DEANS AND PROGRAM CHAIRS
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🔸 The Dean’s Office shall oversee the implementation of faculty work arrangements during the week.

🔸 Deans shall ensure that faculty members establish primary communication channels with their respective classes and implement an appropriate monitoring system to regularly check the status and work arrangements of faculty members.

Students and faculty are urged to stay in touch with their deans, program chairs, and instructors in order to stay safe and connected. They should also keep an eye on the University of Baguio's official channels and social media accounts for prevalent updates or announcements.☔🏫

**For immediate concerns or emergencies:

Baguio City Emergency Hotlines
* 🚨 BCDRRMO: 0927-628-0498
* 🚨 BCPO: 0998-598-7739 / 0917-575-8993
* 🚨 BFP: 0912-409-6114
* 🚨 Baguio City EMS: 0905-555-1911 / 0921-320-8052
* 🚨 Philippine Red Cross – Baguio: 0908-885-2707

University of Baguio Hotlines
* 🚨 UB Risk Management Office (RMO): 0930-406-5777
* 🚨 UB Security: 0985-279-8994

🖥️ Source: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BpvRjkQxb/

In case of school emergencies or when advised by local authorities, please contact the Risk Management Office or email [email protected]. Stay safe, UBians! 🎒

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𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗔 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝘁𝗼 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳. 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀, 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀, 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝘄𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲, 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺.

⭐GET READY, UBIANS! UNIVERSITY OF BAGUIO’S ACADEMIC YEAR 2026 - 2027 ENROLLMENT IS NOW OPEN🏫

It’s that time again, UBians! Get your bags and notebooks ready to be filled with knowledge and skills as the University of Baguio opens its academic doors and calls all students and aspiring enrollees for the first-semester enrollment schedule for 2026! 📒

UNIVERSITY OF BAGUIO ENROLLMENT
First Semester A.Y. 2026 - 2027
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✏️ Enrollment period: July 20 to August 7, 2026
🎓 Start of classes: August 10, 2026
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📮 Scan the QR code or visit this link: https://tinyurl.com/ydfmk2kz to visit the official social media page of the Admissions and Records Center for updates
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📮 View the UB school/department social media pages here: https://tinyurl.com/bdcvvjnx

📢 IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
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📌 Reserved students must submit complete documents to complete the enrollment process
📌 For prospective enrollees, applications are still open for selected programs
📌 The School of Dentistry (SOD) will no longer accept applications due to max capacity

**📩 For additional questions and inquiries, Drop by the Admission and Records Center (ARC) or email us at [email protected] to know more

Get a chance to look around the campus, scout the vibes, and be prepared to be filled with fun, learning experiences brought by UB's culture and community. Keep up and informed of the schedules to help you enter the professional world sooner! See you around, UBians! 🥳✨

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