College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences, UP Visayas

𝗪𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗢𝗰𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆

The College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences proudly presents CFOS Pagpasidungog 2026, a recognition ceremony honoring the academic excellence, leadership, service, and outstanding achievements of our students on July 8, 2025, at the Little Theater, UPV Iloilo City campus with the theme, “Waves of Excellence, Oceans of Possibility”.

Much like the vast and ever-changing ocean, the academic journey is rarely a predictable path. Tides shift, conditions change, and progress is seldom linear. This year’s awardees have met those conditions with the patience and diligence that rigorous scientific inquiry necessitates, and pressing forward with clarity of purpose. Whether in the field, the laboratory, or the classroom, they have demonstrated what it means to pursue knowledge with both discipline and curiosity.

Their achievements are not born from calm waters alone. They are proof that excellence is forged in the storm, in the resolve to keep moving forward, to create ripples of positive impact in the university and far beyond its shores, built not on ideal conditions, but on the commitment to keep going when conditions are anything but.

As we celebrate this year's awardees, we celebrate the promise they carry as future scientists, educators, leaders, and stewards of our oceans. It is our hope that their remarkable achievements will inspire others to cast their own aspirations farther, dive deeper into their personal commitment to learning, and strive to contribute meaningfully to the Philippine’s diverse communities and fragile ecosystems they ought to serve.

CFOS Dean Prof. Dr. Harold M. Monteclaro warmly welcomed the first batch of 32 student interns from the University of Southern Mindanao, Surigao del Norte State University-Malimono Campus, Central Bicol State University of Agriculture-Calabanga, and Mindanao State University-General Santos.

The students paid a courtesy visit to the Office of the Dean this morning, June 19, 2026.

The CFOS is hosting the students for their internship program.

Text and photos: LBGallos

Graduation season has arrived 🌻

The University of the Philippines Visayas proudly announces the official schedule of activities for the 47th Commencement Exercises this July 2026:

✅ Baccalaureate Service
July 9, 2026, 9:00 am
St. Thomas of Villanova Church

✅ Papuri
July 9, 2026, 1:00 pm
UPV Covered Court

✅ 47th Commencement Exercises
July 10, 2026, 4:00 pm
UPV Covered Court

As UP Visayas' graduating students prepare to set their sights on the horizon, they will be celebrated for their dedication, resilience, and pursuit of academic excellence.

"This project is entitled “Communities in Conservation: Strengthening Community-based Marine Turtle Conservation and Coastal Stewardship in Miagao, Iloilo,” is a one-year mentored research initiative funded through the UPV Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Extension (OVCRE) In-House Research Program. It is implemented by Asst. Prof. Jonalyn P. Mateo and Ms. Precious Nikola B. Gaurana of the UPV Institute of Marine Fisheries and Oceanology (IMFO) and UPV Museum of Natural Sciences (MNS), Mr. Jose Marie A. Eslopor of the UPV Regional Research Center (RRC), under the mentorship of Prof. Harold M. Monteclaro, PhD, Dean of the UPV College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences (CFOS)."

𝗨𝗣𝗩 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝗯 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝗴𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱, 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽c𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗶𝗹𝗼

𝙃𝘼𝙂𝘼𝘿𝘼𝙔 𝙋𝘼𝙍𝘼 𝙎𝘼 𝙃𝘼𝙂𝘼𝘿𝘼𝙂𝘼!

The College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences (CFOS) Gender and Development (GAD) Committee invites all faculty and REPS to participate in the Echo-Training Workshop on the Use of the Harmonized Gender and Development Guidelines (HGDG) on June 26, 2026, at 8:00 AM at the Umali Hall Conference Room, CFOS, UPV Miagao.

This workshop aims to strengthen participants’ capacity to integrate gender perspectives into research, extension, and public service initiatives through the application of the HGDG.

Please note: While everyone is encouraged to register, participation will be subject to the limited number of slots allocated per Institute and Office:

• IFPDS – 2 slots
• IA – 3 slots
• IMFO – 3 slots
• IFPT – 3 slots
• Office of the College Dean – 1 slot

To maximize the workshop experience, participants are requested to bring:
• A working laptop
• Any research or public service proposal (old or new), or an ongoing project that can be used during the workshop exercises

Scan the QR code or visit the registration link to secure your slot.

Let us work together in creating more gender-responsive programs, projects, and activities through the effective use of the Harmonized Gender and Development Guidelines.

Ano pa ginahulat niyo? PANG-HAGAD NA PARA SA HAGADAGA!

Join here: tinyurl.com/CFOShgdg2026

🌊 REGISTRATION FOR IFS2026 IS NOW OPEN! 🌊

Join us at the 14th International Fisheries Symposium and be part of the conversation shaping the future of fisheries and aquatic resource management under the theme: "One Blue ASEAN Fisheries for the Future"

Researchers, students, practitioners, industry stakeholders, and policymakers are invited to register and participate in this premier international gathering of fisheries and aquatic science professionals.

📅 Early Bird Registration: Until September 1, 2026
📅 Regular Registration: Begins September 2, 2026

To register, please visit our registration portal through our website. Be guided with our registration instructions and guidelines throughout the registration process.

📢 CALL FOR ABSTRACTS‼️

If you’re looking to share your work on sustainable fisheries, aquaculture, and marine resource management, this might be the perfect time!

Scholars, researchers, educators, and practitioners are invited to submit their abstracts for the 14th International Fisheries Symposium in Iloilo City with the theme, “One Blue ASEAN Fisheries for the Future.”

Grounded in the vision of a “blue future,” the conference focuses on the responsible utilization of aquatic resources while ensuring ecological balance, food security, and economic resilience.

Check out the diverse key thematic areas for this year’s IFS through our website.

🗓️ Deadline for abstract submission: June 15, 2026
➡️ Access submission form here: ifs2026.upv.edu.ph