Saint Tonis College Libraries

📚 𝘽𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝘾𝙡𝙪𝙗 𝙍𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙀𝙡𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝙊𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙧𝙨 2026-2027 📚

A new chapter begins! Thank you to all students who registered and actively participated in the election of our Book Club officers. Together, let's foster a love for reading, learning, and leadership. Here's to a year filled with great books and meaningful discussions!

A heartfelt thank you to Ms. AppleAnne Michelle Balnao Bartolome Apl D Apz for donating a collection of preloved books to the STCI Library on June 1, 2026.
The donation includes Christian literature, Mathematics, Nursing, and other academic resources that will surely benefit our students and library users. We are especially grateful that she personally visited the library to hand over these valuable materials.
The Christian books are a meaningful addition to our collection, providing resources that support spiritual growth, strengthen faith, and encourage Christian values among our readers. Together with the academic materials, these books will help enrich learning, nurture character, and serve as valuable resources for both intellectual and spiritual development within our academic community.
May these books continue to inspire a love for learning, deepen faith, and contribute to the holistic formation of our students and readers for years to come.

𝐒𝐓𝐂𝐈 𝐋𝐈𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘𝐓𝐄𝐋𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐍𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐆𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐀𝐓 𝐖𝐔𝐑𝐈 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

TABUK CITY, Kalinga – Saint Tonis College, Inc. (STCI) has once again gained international recognition in the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI), highlighting the impact of its Lunchtime Storytelling Activity, a regular program of the Library Services Department since 2006.

The initiative, featured in “From Loitering to Legacy: Pioneering a Low-Cost, High-Impact Framework for Rural Academic Enrichment,” ranked 𝟔𝟐𝐧𝐝 in the Cost-Benefit Management category, following its 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝟏𝟎 (𝟏𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞) finish in 𝐖𝐔𝐑𝐈 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 under the B2: Empowerment-Based Management category.

It is one of three STCI entries recognized this year, alongside the 74th-ranked Project K.A.L.I.N.G.A. (SDG/ESG category) and the 90th-ranked Financial Impact-Driven Technology Transfer.

The Library Services Department expresses its sincere appreciation to everyone behind the storytelling project, especially the storytellers, as well as to the STCI WURI 2026 team for their commendable work.

The repeat recognition underscores how a long-running, low-cost library initiative can deliver sustained global impact.

𝗦𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗧 𝗧𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗘, 𝗜𝗡𝗖. 𝗟𝗜𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛
𝗖𝗔𝗚𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗡 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗟𝗜𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗥𝗬- 𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗥𝗘𝗪𝗦 𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗨𝗦

Saint Tonis College, Inc. (STCI) Library officially received copies of the CSU Research Journal from Cagayan State University Library- Andrews Campus as part of the Exchange Journal Activity.

In return, STCI also shared its Institutional Research and Development Journal with CSU, in collaboration with the STCI Research Department under the leadership of Dr. Calixto Alicay, PhD.

This initiative strengthens our commitment to knowledge-sharing and expands access to valuable research resources for our academic community. In addition to the print copies received, the latest editions of CSU journals are also available online and readily accessible.

This milestone was made possible under the leadership of STCI President, Dr. Kathleen Guimbatan, Ed.D, and through the initiative of the Library Services Department, headed by the Director of Libraries, Ms. Divine Lovelle B. Liclic.

We look forward to more meaningful collaborations that support academic excellence and research development.

CSU Andrews - University Library

𝗦𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗧 𝗧𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗘, 𝗜𝗡𝗖. 𝗟𝗜𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗥𝗬 AND 𝗞𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗔 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗟𝗜𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗡 𝗔𝗖𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗖 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞𝗔𝗚𝗘𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗚𝗛 𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘

Saint Tonis College, Inc. (STCI) Library officially shared a copy of the STCI Research and Development Journal with Kalinga State University.
Through the leadership of STCI President, Dr. Kathleen L. Guimbatan, and in coordination with the Office of Research led by Dr. Calixto Alicay, the journal was personally delivered today, April 16, 2026, at KSU Bulanao, Tabuk City, Kalinga, by Dr. Rosiebille C. Galban, Vice President for Academic Affairs; Ms. Divine Lovelle B. Liclic, Director of Libraries; and Ms. Gerlyn G. Quiñones, Library Staff.

This initial activity marks the beginning of this kind of collaboration between the two libraries, highlighted by the presence of STCI representatives during the first journal delivery. University Librarian Ms. Frances Ann A. Barcellano and other KSU Library staff warmly received the team.

This initiative underscores the vital role of libraries in strengthening academic linkages between institutions by serving as hubs for knowledge exchange, research dissemination, and collaborative engagement.

MARCH HIGHLIGHTS!

Library Supports Institutional Certification and Accreditation Activities

The Library Services Department actively participated in two important academic quality assurance activities this March, highlighting the library’s essential role in supporting the institution’s academic programs.

On March 2, 2026, the library took part in the Private Education Assistance Committee (PEAC) certification process for the Elementary Program. The evaluation emphasized the importance of library resources, as well as library activities and programs that support teaching and learning.

From March 9–13, 2026, the library also participated in the Association of Christian Schools, Colleges and Universities – Accrediting Council, Inc. (ACSCU-ACI) accreditation for the Kindergarten and Tertiary Programs, including BSEd, BEEd, BSN, and BSHM.

These engagements underscore the significance of the library as a vital academic support unit that provides resources, services, and programs contributing to the institution’s pursuit of quality education and academic excellence.

𝘊𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘞𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘴 𝘔𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘩 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘶𝘴!

Visit the library and find a book that celebrates the strength, stories, and voices of women.

FEBRUARY HIGHLIGHTS

The College Library participated in the RQUAT evaluations for the BS Social Work and BS Criminology programs, where the library was found compliant with all necessary requirements and standards. This reflects our continued commitment to quality service, updated resources, and academic excellence.

The department also joined the 52nd Founding Anniversary of STCI, celebrating more than five decades of dedication to transformative education.

STCI-LSD remains steadfast in supporting the institution’s mission through strengthened library services and continuous improvement.