University of Cebu - Lapu-Lapu Mandaue

LOOK: MARINA defers NaMMAT Implementation for AY 2026–2027

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has deferred the implementation of the National Merchant Marine Aptitude Test (NaMMAT) for Academic Year 2026–2027 pending a comprehensive review of its administration.

The decision follows the transfer of full responsibility for NaMMAT administration from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) to MARINA under Republic Act No. 12021, or the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers, and MARINA Advisory No. 2025-39.

In lieu of NaMMAT results, all Maritime Higher Education Institutions (MHEIs) are directed to admit and enroll incoming students and transferees using their respective institutional admission or entrance examinations for screening and selection.

MARINA also urged MHEIs to strengthen the rigor, validity, and reliability of their entrance examinations to ensure compliance with national and international maritime education standards.

The advisory remains in effect until further issuances are released by the agency.| via Angel Caritero

Source: MARINA Advisory No. 2026-34

LOOK: Armona Denizcilik A.S. conducts cadet screening

The University of Cebu–Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue (UCLM) welcomed representatives from a Turkey-based ship management company, Armona Denizcilik A.Ş., on June 18, 2026.

Senior Crewing Superintendent Batuhan Tas and Marine & Compliance Manager Özhan Kaya conducted interviews for seven BSMT and four BSMarE cadets. Received by the College of Maritime Education officials led by OIC-Dean Capt. Ronelio Tisoy, the delegation also toured UCLM's training facilities. Screening results and the signing of a formal Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) are set to follow.

Behind every success story is a father who believed, guided, and sacrificed.

The University of Cebu Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue proudly pays tribute to all fathers and father figures who continue to make a difference through their love, dedication, and steadfast support.

Happy Father’s Day to the heroes of our homes and communities!

LOOK: The University of Cebu – Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue held its Commencement Exercises for the Maritime Programs of the College Department on June 17, 2026, at the Waterfront Hotel and Casino in Lahug, Cebu City.

Capt. Svend Foyn-Bruun, the Chief Executive Officer of the Norwegian Training Center, served as the Commencement Speaker.

LOOK: The University of Cebu–Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue held its Commencement Exercises for the Allied Programs of the College Department on June 16, 2026, at the New Cebu Coliseum.

Welcome back to school, UCnians!

For Augusto Go, 60,000 students are family For University of Cebu founder Augusto Go, leadership begins with compassion. In this special feature, he reflects on fatherhood, education, and why more than 60,000 students have become part of his extended family. University of Cebu founder Augusto Go reflects on fatherhood, education, compassion,...

Sa pagdiriwang ng ika-128 na Araw ng Kalayaan, ang University of Cebu Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue ay nakikiisa sa pagpupugay sa katapangan at sakripisyo ng ating mga bayani.

Nawa’y manatiling buhay ang diwa ng kalayaan, hindi lamang sa ating kasaysayan, kundi sa bawat Pilipinong may tapang na ipagtanggol ang katotohanan, soberanya, at kinabukasan ng ating bayan.

Maligayang ika-128 na Araw ng Kalayaan, Pilipinas!

Ang kalayaan ay hindi lamang isang alaala sa mga aklat ng kasaysayan o pagwagayway ng watawat tuwing pagdiriwang. Ito ay isang pananagutang patuloy na dinadala ng bawat henerasyon.

Sa kasalukuyan, habang patuloy na hinahamon ang ating soberanya, katotohanan, at mga demokratikong pagpapahalaga, mas nagiging makabuluhan ang kahulugan ng kalayaan. Ang laban ay hindi na sa larangan ng digmaan, kundi sa ating mga desisyon, sa ating tapang na magsalita ng katotohanan, at sa ating paninindigan na ingatan ang inialay ng mga bayani para sa ating kinabukasan.

Sa Araw ng Kalayaan na ito, nawa’y hindi lamang natin gunitain ang mga bayaning nagtagumpay para sa ating kalayaan, kundi maging mamamayang karapat-dapat sa patuloy na pangangalaga nito. Sapagkat ang isang bansang tunay na malaya ay nakasalalay sa mga taong hindi kailanman isusuko ang dangal, boses, at kinabukasan nito.

Maligayang ika-128 na Araw ng Kalayaan, Pilipinas. 🇵🇭

Words| Kyrsten Lychen
Layout| Kervin Colobong

LOOK: UC WorldSkills gold medalists advance to nationals

Fresh from their gold medal victories in the TESDA VII WorldSkills Competition 2026 held on June 4-6, four University of Cebu students will advance to the TESDA National WorldSkills Competition this August to represent Region VII and the university.

The qualifiers were Alexandre Paquibot in Artificial Intelligence, John Paul Singco in ICT Network Infrastructure, Trixette Rain Montallana in Software Applications Development, and Ralph Commandante in Web Technologies. They were coached by Dr. Rasty Demecillo, Engr. Jeff P. Salimbangon, Engr. Dennis Durano, and Dr. Neil Basabe, respectively.

The team paid a courtesy visit to UC Chairman Atty. Augusto W. Go on June 9 at the President’s Office, UC Main.