Bicol University Institute of Physical Education Sports and Recreation

𝐒𝐄𝐏𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐋𝐄𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐒
Excellence that stands above the rest.

While the national passing rates stand at 𝟓𝟏.𝟎𝟒% for Elementary and 𝟕𝟐.𝟔𝟐% for Secondary, 𝐢𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐃 achieved an overall passing rate of 𝟗𝟎.𝟏𝟒%, with multiple partner schools recording 𝟏𝟎𝟎% passing rates.

These numbers speak for themselves.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬!!! to our LET passers and partner schools.
You didn’t just pass. You outperformed.

𝑪𝑶𝑴𝑴𝑰𝑻𝑴𝑬𝑵𝑻.𝑬𝑿𝑪𝑬𝑳𝑳𝑬𝑵𝑪𝑬.𝑸𝑼𝑨𝑳𝑰𝑻𝒀

BUGS ENROLLMENT ADVISORY: 2nd SEMESTER, SY 2025-2026
Attention Incoming, Regular, and Continuing Students of the Bicol University Graduate School (BUGS)! Please observe the Enrollment Guidelines stipulated in Administrative Order No. 1271, series of 2025, to ensure an orderly and efficient process.
📅 KEY DATES TO REMEMBER:
🔹 Enrollment Period: January 5–17, 2026
🔹 First Day of Classes: January 19, 2026
🗓️ PROGRAM-SPECIFIC ENROLLMENT SCHEDULE
Please strictly follow your assigned date:
📍 JANUARY 5 (Mon)
• Master in Information System • MA in Filipino Education • MA in English Education • Master in Entrepreneurship • MS in Architecture*
📍 JANUARY 6 (Tue)
• MA in Physical Education • MA in Chemistry Education • MA in Social Studies Education • Master in Management • Master in Filipino
📍 JANUARY 7 (Wed)
• EdD in Educational Leadership and Management (Open University) • MA in Biology Education • MA in Reading Education* • Master in Cooperative Management
📍 JANUARY 8 (Thu)
• MS in Fisheries (Aquaculture, Coastal Resource Management, Fisheries Tech) • PhD Peace and Security Administration* • MA in School Education/MA in Early Childhood Education*
📍 JANUARY 9 (Fri)
• MA in Peace and Security Studies • MS in Biodiversity and Environmental Management • PhD in Public Administration • Master in Local Government Management • Master in Rural Development
📍 JANUARY 10 (Sat)
• PhD in Mathematics Education • MA in Music Education • MA in English Education (Open University)** • Master in Economics
📍 JANUARY 12 (Mon)
• MS in Social Studies Education (Open University)** • MPA Major in Public Procurement • MS in Agriculture (Agri Ed, Crop Science, Animal Science) • MA in Literature
📍 JANUARY 13 (Tue)
• MA in Educational Leadership and Management • PhD in Filipino • MA in Mathematics Education • MPA Major in Health Emergency and Disaster Management*
📍 JANUARY 14 (Wed)
• MA in Biology • Master in Local Government Management (Open University)** • PhD in Educational Foundations • MA in Guidance and Counselling
📍 JANUARY 15 (Thu)
• Master of Public Administration • Master in Management (Open University)** • MATE (Instructional Tech/TLE) • MA in Gen. Science Education/MA in Science Education
📍 JANUARY 16 (Fri)
• MA in Physics Education • MA in Nursing • Master in Nursing Education (Non-Thesis) • MM Major in Human Resource Management
📍 JANUARY 17 (Sat)
• Master of Public Administration (Open University)** • EdD in Educational Leadership and Management • MA in Cultural Education/MA in Culture and Arts Education • PhD in Development Management • MA in Educational Leadership and Management (Open University)**
⚠️ Note:
Enrollment is for old students only.
*Enrollment is online.
📋 ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS
A. Incoming Graduate Students (Pre-Registration):
* Medical/Dental: Required for residential (face-to-face) students. Open University students are exempt.
* Advising Slip: Must be signed by the Program Adviser/Chair, College Secretary, and BUGS Dean.
* Documents for Submission:
✅ Medical Certificate (from University Health Services)
✅ Original TOR with honorable dismissal (Photocopy for BU grads)
✅ PSA Birth Certificate (Clear copy)
✅ Marriage Certificate (For married women)
✅ 2 pcs 2x2 picture (White background with name tag)
✅ 2 Letters of Recommendation
✅ Certificate of Undertaking/Advising Slip & Notice of Admission
✅ 2 Long plastic brown envelopes & 1 Long white folder with plastic cover
(OU students: Send documents via courier)
B. Regular and Continuing Students:
* Present the approved advising slip to the BUGS Registrar for fee assessment.
* Ensure updated advising slips are properly signed/endorsed.
💳 PAYMENT PROCEDURE
💰 Account Name: BICOL UNIVERSITY-STF (164)
💰 Account No: 0132-0265-48
💰 Bank: LANDBANK (LBP - Legazpi Branch)
• Open University/Distance Ed: Pay online or via LBP branch.
• Validation: Allow 5–10 working days for processing.
• Note: The Certificate of Registration (COR) will only be released upon full compliance with all requirements.
Enrollment Procedure for Regular and Continuing Students of the Graduate School
Pre-Registration
1. All graduate students admitted during the first semester of SY 2025-2026 are required to present and submit the following documents, in accordance with the provisions of the Graduate Program Manual of Operations (GPMO).
📝 Required Documents for Master’s Students:
• Approved Thesis/Dissertation Adviser with Concept Note
• Approved Advisory Committee
• Approved Plan of Coursework
• Approved Certification for Change of Status to Regular (if admitted on probationary status)
• Advising Slip
📝 Required Documents for Doctoral Students:
• Approved Thesis/Dissertation Adviser with Concept Note
• Approved Advisory Committee
• Approved Plan of Coursework
• Result of Qualifying Examination
• Approved Certification for Change of Status to Regular (if admitted on probationary status)
• Advising Slip
💡 Key Reminders for All Students:
• Plan of Coursework: Must be prepared in consultation with your Advisory Committee and require signatures from the Department Chair, College Secretary, and the Graduate School Dean.
• Residency Rules (MRR): If you have exceeded your residency or failed to file a Leave of Absence (LOA), you must submit a formal letter to the BUGS Dean before enrollment.
• Cross-Enrollment: Requires approval from the BUGS Dean and endorsements from both Program Advisers and the College Dean.
• Faculty Evaluation: Crucial Step! All continuing students must complete their faculty evaluations via the BU Student Portal before they are allowed to enroll.
📂 Forms: Access all required forms via the Open Access Google Drive link on the official Bicol University Graduate School page.
📢 POST-ENROLLMENT:
All students must attend the Graduate School Orientation. Stay tuned to this page for the official schedule!
Schedule of Classes: https://drive.google.com/.../1MG8Cx8Rh3xI9nvufalz6W...
Enrollment Tracking for OU: https://docs.google.com/.../18Lml4EjjqyxJIOh1AiX0.../edit...
READ THE FULL MEMO HERE: https://bicol-u.edu.ph/.../BU-AO-1271-s2025-ENROLLMENT...
For strict compliance and guidance.

BUGS ENROLLMENT ADVISORY: 2nd SEMESTER, SY 2025-2026

Attention Incoming, Regular, and Continuing Students of the Bicol University Graduate School (BUGS)! Please observe the Enrollment Guidelines stipulated in Administrative Order No. 1271, series of 2025, to ensure an orderly and efficient process.

📅 KEY DATES TO REMEMBER:
🔹 Enrollment Period: January 5–17, 2026
🔹 First Day of Classes: January 19, 2026

🗓️ PROGRAM-SPECIFIC ENROLLMENT SCHEDULE
Please strictly follow your assigned date:

📍 JANUARY 5 (Mon)
• Master in Information System • MA in Filipino Education • MA in English Education • Master in Entrepreneurship • MS in Architecture*

📍 JANUARY 6 (Tue)
• MA in Physical Education • MA in Chemistry Education • MA in Social Studies Education • Master in Management • Master in Filipino

📍 JANUARY 7 (Wed)
• EdD in Educational Leadership and Management (Open University) • MA in Biology Education • MA in Reading Education* • Master in Cooperative Management

📍 JANUARY 8 (Thu)
• MS in Fisheries (Aquaculture, Coastal Resource Management, Fisheries Tech) • PhD Peace and Security Administration* • MA in School Education/MA in Early Childhood Education*

📍 JANUARY 9 (Fri)
• MA in Peace and Security Studies • MS in Biodiversity and Environmental Management • PhD in Public Administration • Master in Local Government Management • Master in Rural Development

📍 JANUARY 10 (Sat)
• PhD in Mathematics Education • MA in Music Education • MA in English Education (Open University)** • Master in Economics

📍 JANUARY 12 (Mon)
• MS in Social Studies Education (Open University)** • MPA Major in Public Procurement • MS in Agriculture (Agri Ed, Crop Science, Animal Science) • MA in Literature

📍 JANUARY 13 (Tue)
• MA in Educational Leadership and Management • PhD in Filipino • MA in Mathematics Education • MPA Major in Health Emergency and Disaster Management*

📍 JANUARY 14 (Wed)
• MA in Biology • Master in Local Government Management (Open University)** • PhD in Educational Foundations • MA in Guidance and Counselling

📍 JANUARY 15 (Thu)
• Master of Public Administration • Master in Management (Open University)** • MATE (Instructional Tech/TLE) • MA in Gen. Science Education/MA in Science Education

📍 JANUARY 16 (Fri)
• MA in Physics Education • MA in Nursing • Master in Nursing Education (Non-Thesis) • MM Major in Human Resource Management

📍 JANUARY 17 (Sat)
• Master of Public Administration (Open University)** • EdD in Educational Leadership and Management • MA in Cultural Education/MA in Culture and Arts Education • PhD in Development Management • MA in Educational Leadership and Management (Open University)**

⚠️ Note:
Enrollment is for old students only.
*Enrollment is online.

📋 ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS
A. Incoming Graduate Students (Pre-Registration):
* Medical/Dental: Required for residential (face-to-face) students. Open University students are exempt.
* Advising Slip: Must be signed by the Program Adviser/Chair, College Secretary, and BUGS Dean.
* Documents for Submission:
✅ Medical Certificate (from University Health Services)
✅ Original TOR with honorable dismissal (Photocopy for BU grads)
✅ PSA Birth Certificate (Clear copy)
✅ Marriage Certificate (For married women)
✅ 2 pcs 2x2 picture (White background with name tag)
✅ 2 Letters of Recommendation
✅ Certificate of Undertaking/Advising Slip & Notice of Admission
✅ 2 Long plastic brown envelopes & 1 Long white folder with plastic cover
(OU students: Send documents via courier)

B. Regular and Continuing Students:
* Present the approved advising slip to the BUGS Registrar for fee assessment.
* Ensure updated advising slips are properly signed/endorsed.

💳 PAYMENT PROCEDURE
💰 Account Name: BICOL UNIVERSITY-STF (164)
💰 Account No: 0132-0265-48
💰 Bank: LANDBANK (LBP - Legazpi Branch)

• Open University/Distance Ed: Pay online or via LBP branch.
• Validation: Allow 5–10 working days for processing.
• Note: The Certificate of Registration (COR) will only be released upon full compliance with all requirements.

Enrollment Procedure for Regular and Continuing Students of the Graduate School
Pre-Registration
1. All graduate students admitted during the first semester of SY 2025-2026 are required to present and submit the following documents, in accordance with the provisions of the Graduate Program Manual of Operations (GPMO).

📝 Required Documents for Master’s Students:
• Approved Thesis/Dissertation Adviser with Concept Note
• Approved Advisory Committee
• Approved Plan of Coursework
• Approved Certification for Change of Status to Regular (if admitted on probationary status)
• Advising Slip

📝 Required Documents for Doctoral Students:
• Approved Thesis/Dissertation Adviser with Concept Note
• Approved Advisory Committee
• Approved Plan of Coursework
• Result of Qualifying Examination
• Approved Certification for Change of Status to Regular (if admitted on probationary status)
• Advising Slip

💡 Key Reminders for All Students:
• Plan of Coursework: Must be prepared in consultation with your Advisory Committee and require signatures from the Department Chair, College Secretary, and the Graduate School Dean.
• Residency Rules (MRR): If you have exceeded your residency or failed to file a Leave of Absence (LOA), you must submit a formal letter to the BUGS Dean before enrollment.
• Cross-Enrollment: Requires approval from the BUGS Dean and endorsements from both Program Advisers and the College Dean.
• Faculty Evaluation: Crucial Step! All continuing students must complete their faculty evaluations via the BU Student Portal before they are allowed to enroll.
📂 Forms: Access all required forms via the Open Access Google Drive link on the official Bicol University Graduate School page.

📢 POST-ENROLLMENT:
All students must attend the Graduate School Orientation. Stay tuned to this page for the official schedule!

Schedule of Classes: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MG8Cx8Rh3xI9nvufalz6W-9xwZNqeF7A?usp=sharing

Enrollment Tracking for OU: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18Lml4EjjqyxJIOh1AiX03BoGhsXt-PSE/edit?gid=2120676094 =2120676094

READ THE FULL MEMO HERE:https://bicol-u.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/BU-AO-1271-s2025-ENROLLMENT-GUIDELINES-BUGS-2ND-SEM-AY-2025-2026.pdf

For strict compliance and guidance.

𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒!

Congratulations to Sir Renmar M. Dino for successfully passing the Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LET) for September 2025! Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have truly paid off. This is a remarkable achievement and a testament to your commitment to teaching.

We are incredibly proud and excited to see the positive impact you'll undoubtedly make in the lives of your future students. Here's to bright futures and fulfilling careers!

Your BUIPESR family is proud of you!

Greetings from your BUIPESR Director DR. CARINA L. SALES
and your BUIPESR CHAMPS family

Carina Lanuza Sales

𝗝𝗢𝗕 𝗧𝗢𝗢𝗟𝗞𝗜𝗧: 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿, 𝗔𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄

December 11, 2025, Thursday, Students of the Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Sciences (BSESS) 4th year, currently having their pre-internship seminar for their upcoming 2nd-semester internship. The said seminar was spearheaded by the BSESS Department, with its Department Chairman, Prof. Jarmi Diane Mandane, and was facilitated by the expertise of Prof. Andrei Ashley E. Araña.

The Job Toolkit is an indispensable resource for 4th-year student entering the pre-internship phase, as it critically ensures professional readiness and competitive advantage.

Carina Lanuza Sales

[ 𝗕𝗦𝗨 𝗔𝗖𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗖 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧 ] IPESR Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Sciences (BSESS) students successfully concluded their day 5 of the academic visit at the Benguet State University - College of Human Kinetics (BSU -CHK) for their Day 5 of Academic Visit, December 5, 2025.

From the summer capital of the Philippines and from the Benguet State University, La Trinidad, Benguet, students experience the Koda koda of Pencak Silat, Wai Kru of Muay Thai, and a Facility Tour. CHK Dean, Dr. Marlon S. Tabdi along with the Faculty Members welcome and thanks Bicol University for always choosing BSU as part of their Academic Visit. A presentation of curriculum and best practices was also conducted. Prof. Jarmi Diane Mandane, BSESS Department Chair, expresses also her appreciation message to the BSU for it's best accomodations.

We extend our appreciation and gratitude to all the BSU administration, faculty members of the College of Human Kinetics for their time and efforts to accommodate our students in making sure that they get the best experience from the university.

Last Part


Carina Lanuza Sales

[ 𝗕𝗦𝗨 𝗔𝗖𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗖 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧 ] IPESR Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Sciences (BSESS) students successfully concluded their day 5 of the academic visit at the Benguet State University - College of Human Kinetics (BSU -CHK) for their Day 5 of Academic Visit, December 5, 2025.

From the summer capital of the Philippines and from the Benguet State University, La Trinidad, Benguet, students experience the Koda koda of Pencak Silat, Wai Kru of Muay Thai, and a Facility Tour. CHK Dean, Dr. Marlon S. Tabdi along with the Faculty Members welcome and thank Bicol University for always choosing BSU as part of their Academic Visit. A presentation of curriculum and best practices was also conducted. Prof. Jarmi Diane Mandane, BSESS Department Chair, also expresses her appreciation message to the BSU for it's best accommodations.

We extend our appreciation and gratitude to all the BSU administration, faculty members of the College of Human Kinetics for their time and efforts to accommodate our students in making sure that they get the best experience from the university.


Carina Lanuza Sales

[ 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗔 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗦 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗔𝗖𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗖 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧 ]Day 4- December 4,2025. The day commenced with a formal assembly at the lobby of the Marikina City Hall. Students and faculty were assisted and facilitated by the City Tourism Office through its on-the-job trainers from Our Lady of Perpetual College and Maris School Marikina. Sports Administrators, Mr. Calvin Carambas, Mr. Oliver Fulinara, the Head of Tour-Guiding, and Arron Nepomuceno, the Asst. sports administrator led the facility tour to the Marikina Sports Center. Students had the chance to witness firsthand the MSC Olympic-sized swimming pool, indoor basketball court, and sports track and field, which covers the outdoor basketball court, etc.

The Marikina Sports Center, also known as Marikina Sports Park and formerly known as Rodriguez Sports Center, is a sports complex located in Marikina, at the corner of Shoe Avenue and Sumulong Highway in Metro Manila, Philippines.


Carina Lanuza Sales

[𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐬 - 𝐂𝐇𝐊] Day 3- December 3, 3025. The event commenced with the Opening Remarks delivered by Prof. Jerome A. Porto, the Institute Secretary. This was followed by a Message of Gratitude to the University for the warm welcome extended to Bicol University, presented by Dr. Carina L. Sales, Director of the Institute of Physical Education, Sports, and Recreation (IPESR).

Subsequently, Prof. Raymond M. Anselmo, BS Fitness and Sports Management (FSM) Chair, provided an Overview of the BS FSM Program of the University of Santo Tomas - Institute of Physical Education and Athletics, Department of Fitness and Sports Management. Following this, Sr. Inst. Andrew Marie Edward C. Molano, MS, CES, PES, shared valuable insights into Corrective Exercise Programming (specifically focusing on Fitness and Sports Performance).The formal program concluded with a facility tour at the University.

We take this moment to extend our sincere appreciation and gratitude to the entire University of Santo Tomas administration, the faculty members of the CHK Department, and the students for their time and efforts in ensuring our students gained the best experience from the university.

From the Home of the Champions, Dios ang Mabalos po!! Thank you so much, University of University of Santo Tomas!



Carina Lanuza Sales

[𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬] Day 3 - December 3, 2025. The day commenced with a formal assembly at the Grandstand, highlighted by a gracious Welcome Message delivered by UP CHK Dean Marla Frances T. Mallari, Ph.D., Followed by Introducing the students and Faculty of Bicol University -IPESR led by. Dr. Carina L. Sales, Director of BUIPESR. A comprehensive Orientation on the CHK BSESS Program led by Asst. Prof. Wisdom Valleser. The session fostered an excellent exchange of ideas during the subsequent Q&A and Open Forum.

The day continued with an exciting tour of the CHK facilities, including the Ylanan Gym, Varsity Training Center, and the Baseball/Softball Field. The highlight was our simultaneous activities: friendly Men's Basketball games on Courts 1 & 2, and an energetic Streetdance Workshop (breakdancing, popping, locking) on Court 4.

Thank you to the UP CHK faculty, staff, and Student Council for hosting us and providing such valuable hands-on experience and knowledge exchange.

LAST PART


Carina Lanuza Sales

[𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬] Day 3 - December 3, 2025. The day commenced with a formal assembly at the Grandstand, highlighted by a gracious Welcome Message delivered by UP CHK Dean Marla Frances T. Mallari, Ph.D., Followed by Introducing the students and Faculty of Bicol University -IPESR led by. Dr. Carina L. Sales, Director of BUIPESR. A comprehensive Orientation on the CHK BSESS Program led by Asst. Prof. Wisdom Valleser. The session fostered an excellent exchange of ideas during the subsequent Q&A and Open Forum.

The day continued with an exciting tour of the CHK facilities, including the Ylanan Gym, Varsity Training Center, and the Baseball/Softball Field. The highlight was our simultaneous activities: friendly Men's Basketball games on Courts 1 & 2, and an energetic Streetdance Workshop (breakdancing, popping, locking) on Court 4.

Thank you to the UP CHK faculty, staff, and Student Council for hosting us and providing such valuable hands-on experience and knowledge exchange.

PART II


Carina Lanuza Sales