Colegio de Santa Rita de San Carlos, Inc.

26/09/2026

Mabuhay!

The CSR Tourism Management students actively participated in the Pedicab Familiarization Tour facilitated by the City Tourism Office of San Carlos City, with at least seven Ritarian Tourism students joining the meaningful activity. Through this immersive experience, the students had the opportunity to explore and appreciate the city’s rich heritage, culture, historical landmarks, and local tourism attractions while gaining a deeper understanding of San Carlos City as a destination. The activity provided the students with valuable firsthand learning beyond the classroom, strengthening their appreciation of heritage tourism, cultural preservation, and San Carlos City's local destinations.

26/09/2026

The 4th Year Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management students of Colegio de Santa Rita de San Carlos, Inc. successfully presented their research studies during their Pre-Oral Defense.

The panel of evaluators was composed of:

👩‍🏫 Dr. Rizalie N. E. Mibato
CBA Faculty, University of Negros Occidental–Recoletos

👩‍💼 Mrs. Jeniffer S. Paran
OIC – City Tourism Office of San Carlos City
Part-Time BSTM Faculty, CSR-SCC

👨‍🏫 Mr. John Gibson L. Cervantes
Full-Time BSTM Faculty, CSR-SCC

The research studies explored relevant issues and opportunities in tourism, focusing on areas such as Canlaon City, Sipaway Island, and San Carlos City, including:

• Disaster preparedness of tourism attractions
• Alignment of OJT programs with the work readiness of tourism graduates
• Perceptions on tourism development in Sipaway and San Carlos City
• Cleanliness and its effects on tourist satisfaction
• Evaluation of safety and security measures in the hospitality industry
• Effects of hosting sports events on income, revenue, and tourism development

The students were guided throughout the research process by their Research Adviser, Dr. Cybill Ann A. Ramirez.

Congratulations to all our young researchers for reaching this important milestone! 🎓👏 Your hard work, dedication, and willingness to learn and improve are truly commendable.

May this defense be another step toward meaningful research that can contribute to the development of tourism in San Carlos City, Sipaway, Canlaon, and beyond

25/09/2026

🌏✨ TOURISM DAYS 2026 | DAY 2 PHOTO HIGHLIGHTS - September 24,2026

Day 2 of Tourism Days 2026 continued with an inspiring and meaningful Tourism Symposium, bringing our students valuable insights and real-world perspectives from the tourism industry.

Dr. Melbert P. Libo-on , our distinguished guest speaker, delivered an inspiring talk centered on the importance of resilience, acceptance, service, and having the right attitude in building a successful career in the tourism industry.
His message reminded our future tourism professionals that beyond skills and knowledge, the ability to adapt, persevere, serve with purpose, and maintain the right mindset is essential in navigating the challenges of the industry.

We were also privileged to welcome Ms. Aecym Lyn Bete of Claro Vista International Training Agency, who introduced exciting international internship opportunities for our tourism students in the United States, Vietnam, and Thailand. 🇺🇸🇻🇳🇹🇭

Claro Vista International also established an information booth during the event, giving our students an opportunity to learn more about these international training and internship pathways and explore possibilities beyond the local tourism industry.

A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Melbert P. Libo - on and Claro Vista International Training Agency for sharing your knowledge, experiences, and opportunities with our students. Your presence has helped broaden their perspective and inspire them to dream bigger for their future in tourism.

Day 2 was truly a celebration of learning, inspiration, and possibilities!

25/09/2026

25/09/2026

🌍✨ TOURISM DAYS 2026 | DAY 1 PHOTO HIGHLIGHTS PART 2

Skills Olympics: Showcasing Talent, Creativity, and Excellence in Tourism
Day 1 of our Tourism Days 2026 was filled with energy, excitement, and remarkable displays of tourism skills! 🎉✈️

From the Opening of Booths to the different Skills Olympics competitions, our students showcased their knowledge, confidence, creativity, and passion for the tourism industry through:

🎤 Tour Guiding Competition
🧠 Tourism Quiz
✈️ Inflight Demonstration
🗺️ Tour Package Presentation
🏆 Awarding of the Tourism Skills Olympics Winners

A huge congratulations to all our participants and winners! Your dedication, preparation, and sportsmanship truly made Day 1 a memorable celebration of tourism education and excellence. 💙✨

25/09/2026