Everything about Adamson University totally explained
Adamson University (AdU) or simply
Adamson is one of the largest
private Catholic university in
Manila,
Philippines. It was founded on June 30,
1932 by the late Dr. George Lucas Adamson, who was shortly joined by his cousins, Alexander Adamson and George Athos Adamson, as the Adamson School of Industrial Chemistry.
It is a member of the
University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP). Being a Catholic institution, it participates in the mission of the Church to critically communicate human culture and promote the total formation of a human being. It seeks to contribute to an improved quality of human life together with the environment by undertaking research and extending relevant community services. Currently, Adamson is ranked 8th among Philippine universities based on number of Centers of Excellence and Development.
Initial efforts were directed towards the developmental needs of the Philippines, particularly in the areas of science and chemical technology. On February 5, 1941, the school was granted university status by the Department of Education.
On December 4, 1964, the university was turned over to the Vincentian Fathers of the
Congregation of the Mission (CM) and was incorporated into the Adamson Ozanam Education Institutions, Inc.
Today, Adamson University has programs in graduate education, law, the arts and sciences, engineering, nursing, pharmacy, architecture, business administration, teacher education, as well as secondary, elementary, and preparatory education.
In February 2007, Adamson University celebrated its 75th founding day.
History
Dr. George Lucas Adamson, a Greek chemist from Athens, founded the Adamson School of Industrial Chemistry (ASIC) on June 20, 1932 to train young men and women along the lines of practical industrial chemistry. It started as a one-classroom school that evolved into the Adamson School of Industrial Chemistry and Engineering (ASICE) on February 19, 1936. Upon approval by the Secretary of Public Instruction of its application for university status on February 5, 1941, it became known as Adamson University (AdU).
Shortly after the opening, the Founder invited his cousin Alexander Athos Adamson to work in the school. The latter joined the administration on July 15, 1932, serving at one time or another as Vice-President, Treasurer and Registrar. Much later, Alexander’s brother, George Athos Adamson, also came to work in the school in 1934, as school Dean, Dean of the College of Engineering and professor. Evdoxia Savaides Adamson, wife of George Lucas, started working and teaching in the University in 1939, then served as Dean of the College of Education and of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Sofia Adamson, George Athos's wife, taught in the College of Education after arriving in 1939 and briefly served as Directress of the Junior Normal College. Except for George Athos, who left after the war with his wife, all the Adamsons remained working in the University until its turnover to the
Vincentian Fathers and Brothers of the
Congregation of the Mission in 1964. George Lucas Adamson served as President from the beginning until 1967, for a total of 35 years including a three-year holdover stint.
Before finally settling on its permanent home along San Marcelino St. in 1946 after the war, the school stayed in three different locations, namely: Sta. Cruz (1932-1933), San Miguel (1933-1939) and Intramuros (1939-1941). In San Marcelino, the University expanded with the acquisition of the Meralco building in 1968 and the
St. Theresa's College - Manila campus in 1977, both just across the street.
Fr. Leandro I. Montañana, C.M., a Spanish Vincentian was the second President, but the first under the C.M. administration. He served in that capacity until 1985 when Fr. Rolando S. Dela Goza, C.M., the first Filipino President, succeeded him all the way to 1994. Next came Fr. Jimmy Belita, C.M., University President until 2003 who in turn was succeeded by the current President Fr. Gregorio L. Bañaga, Jr., C.M.
Although best known for its Chemistry and Engineering programs, Adamson University gradually added Architecture, Sciences, Pharmacy, Business, Education, Liberal Arts, Law, Graduate, and Theology courses as it grew bigger. In the ‘90s, it registered its highest enrollment figure ever: 21,994 students. The transfer of ownership in 1964 incorporated the University into the Adamson-Ozanam Educational Institutions, Inc. It also led to its transition from a secular to a Catholic institution, with the
Vincentians holding top administrative posts and becoming majority members of the Board of Trustees.
St. Vincent de Paul, founder of the C.M., was declared University Patron Saint and the motto “Veritas in Caritate” (Truth in Charity) was adopted. A new vision was articulated, basically that of offering affordable quality education especially for the socially disadvantaged - one not substantially different from the Founder’s who wanted to help Filipinos gain a livelihood by offering a maximum amount of practical education in a minimum amount of time. In keeping up with the new millennium’s challenges and demands, the University responded by offering information technology and health care courses.
Adamson University celebrated its Diamond Jubilee on February 5-11, 2007 during which occasion it was also declared a Historic Site by the National Historical Institute.
Today, it's a dynamic and harmonious community of administrators, faculty, employees, and students teaming up in pursuit of academic excellence to produce socially responsible and globally competitive graduates. In acknowledgement of the holistic education that they got, many alumni continue to support what their Alma Mater proudly offers as an “Education with a Heart.”
Campus
Adamson University is located in San Marcelino, Ermita, Manila along with
Technological University of the Philippines- Manila and
Philippine Normal University- Manila. It maintains buildings namely: St. Vincent Building, St. Therese Building, Cardinal Santos Building, Ozanam Building, John Perboyre Building, St. Francis Regis Clet Building and Leandro Montañana Building.
St. Vincent Building (SV Building) is the founding building of Adamson University, the University Gym and the St. Vincent Hall are located at its grounds.
St. Theresa Building (ST Building) was the former site of
St. Theresa's College- Manila which was phased out. Within its grounds are the St. Therese Quadrangle, Botanical Garden, Earthworm Sanctuaries, and the Adamson Theater.
Cardinal Santos Building (CS Building) was formerly owned by
Meralco before it was handed over to Adamson University. It houses the University President's Office and the Registrar's Office thus making it the busiest place during enrollment.
Ozanam Building (OZ Building) houses most of the university's technical laboratories and the College of Engineering and its departments. The chemistry laboratory located here's dubbed as the largest in South-East Asia region.
John Perboyre Building (JP Building) has classrooms and an Audio-Visual Room.
St. Francis Regis Clet Building (FRC Building) houses the Basic Education Department of the University.
Fr. Leandro Montañana CM Building (LM Building) houses the University Library on the first three floors and the College of Nursing.
Student Life
The University's commitment to the formation, growth and education of the students include recognition that they're preparing for life in a world of wider social structurem new and challenging knowledge, skills and technology, in an emerging community and its commitment expectations in the world of work. Towards this end, University provides opportunities for the students' exposure to situations and events as well as to experience of faith and life through involvement in academic, community, professional and religious programs and activities. The entire Adamson University community, which includes the faculty, administrators and staff, encourages and supports the students' search for wisdom or knowledge and ensures the integrated formation of the students. Various co-curricular activities are developed to complement the education received in classrooms. The Office for Student Affairs (OSA) assumes the responsibility of facilitating the growth and development of students. The OSA works in close collaboration with the Vice-President for Student Affairs (VPSA) in the implementation of policies promoting students' welfare. The OSA-Discipline provides the atmosphere of peace and safety essential to the pursuit of knowledge. It resolves disciplinary problems through the involvement of the different sectors of the academic community as well as the parents of the students.
Education
Colleges
GRADUATE SCHOOL
- Doctor of Philosophy in Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Management
Master of Arts in Education Specialization in:
• Supervision & Administration
• Computer Aided Instruction
Master of Business Administration
Master of Science in Chemistry
Master of Science in Management Engineering
Master in Information Technology
Master of Engineering
Master of Science in Pharmacy
Master of Arts in Theology Major in :
• Pastoral Ministry and Renewal
• Dogmatic Pastoral Theology
• Pastoral Studies and Religious Education
COLLEGE OF LAW
Bachelor of Laws
COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
Bachelor of Science in Customs Administration
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Major in :
• Banking & Finance
• Management
• Marketing
• Human Resource Development Management
• Operation Management
• Business Economics
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management (with CHED Application)
Bachelor of Science in Office Administration Major in :
• Office Management
• Computer Education
•Two-year Computer Secretarial Course
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Bachelor of Elementary Education Specialization in :
• Computer Technology Education
• Physical Education
• Religious Education
• English
• Social Studies
Bachelor of Secondary Education Specialization in :
• Computer Technology Education
• Physical Education
• Religious Education
• English
• Social Studies
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Bachelor of Science in Ceramic Engineering**
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Bachelor of science in Computer Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communications Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Geology
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering
Special Five-Year Ceramic Engineering
**The only University in the Philippines offering a course to prepare high level technician for industries, manufacturing: Whitewares, Tile, Glass, Enamels, Cement, Limes, and Plasters, Refractories, Structural Clay Products, Insulations, etc.
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS
Bachelor of Arts Major in :
• Economics
• Mass Communication
• Philosophy
• Political Science
Bachelor of Science in Sports Studies (with CHED Application)
COLLEGE OF PHARMACY
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy Associate in Health Education
Pharmacy Technician
COLLEGE OF SCIENCES
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with specialization in Computer Application
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Associate in Computer Technology
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Bachelor of Science in Information Management
Caregiver - 6 months with certificate
COLLEGE OF NURSING
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
NATIONAL SERVICE TRAINING PROGRAM
Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)
Literacy Training Service (LTS)
Civic Welfare Training Service (CWTS)
Basic Education
High School & Grade School (Boys & Girls)with Computer Subjects
- Accredited by the Phil. Accrediting Association of Schools Colleges and Universities (PAASCU)
Accredited by the Phil. Association of Colleges and University Commission on Accreditation(PACU-COA)
Centers of Excellence/Development
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computer Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronics and Communications Engineering
Geology
Industrial Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
President
Fr. Gregg was born in Tarlac City on October 31, 1953. He studied at Holy Spirit College and Don Bosco Institute in Tarlac. After graduating from elementary, he entered the seminary of the Congregation of the Missions, popularly known as the Vincentians. His college years were spent at Adamson University where he graduated with a bachelor's degree in Philosophy. He continued his studies in Theology at UST finishing in 1979. In March of that year he was ordained a priest.
The first years of his priesthood were spent giving popular missions to some of the outlaying areas of Rizal, Bataan, Camarines Sur and Pangasinan. His work in the missions was interrupted when he was assigned for one and a half years as parish priest of St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Manila. After eight years conducting rural missions he was sent to the St. Vincent School of Theology in Quezon City to become the Director of Students and professor of pastoral theology. He taught in that major seminary for four years.
While working in the missions and teaching in the seminary, Fr. Gregg was also involved with an international non-governmental organization called the Movement for a Better World. He became the East Asian coordinator of this group for six years and facilitated training programs in Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Burma, Japan, and Korea.
In August of 1992, he was sent to the United States to continue his graduate studies. He started his master's degree in Organizational Development at Loyola University, Chicago, Illinois. While in Chicago, he worked in a parish and was consultant to the Ethnic Ministries of Archdiocese of Chicago.
In August of 1993, he joined the doctoral program in Organizational Behavior of the Weatherland School of Management at Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland. Ohio. During the six years that he studied in Cleveland, he worked at a parish and became the Spiritual Director of the Philippine American Community and Chaplain of University Hospitals.
He finished his doctoral degree in Organizational Behavior in January 2000. He is presently the President of Adamson University, Manila.
Teaching of Religion
After the Vincentians took over the University, twelve units of theology courses were required for graduation. This means that a student had to stay in class for around 150 hours before he's given his graduation diploma from Adamson University. During a particular semester as many as 8,000 students are taking one of the four subjects in theology: Introductory Course in Theology, The Bible, Dogma and the Sacraments, Morals and Ethics. Some of the Vincentian administrators willingly spend hours in the classroom but the vast majority of the professors are laymen and women, some of them Ladies of Charity and members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, who have degrees in Catholic Theology.
An introductory course in religion (Theology I) is required for all students.
Vincentian priests guide and direct the Theology Department, which was for many years has been under the chairmanship of a priest. For the past few years, as many as 25 professors teach in the department of theology. Special ongoing formation was given to the theology faculty members in the form of seminars, lectures and special courses in the various theological centers in the country. Some of the theology professors have written textbooks for the use of their students. Many priests have taught basic theology at Adamson University.
All year round, the Theology department undertakes special programs for the students: retreats by groups, special Masses on various occasions, confessions on first Friday, apostolate with the prisoners and the sick, teaching of catechesis in addition to the daily Masses held on campus. Practically all the freshmen and the graduating classes had to undergo a one or two-day retreat in preparation for entering the school year and for graduation year. Generally, the priest-chairman, the campus minister and the five or six priests assigned to the University give the retreat. But due to the large number of retreatants, around 4,000 students a year, other priests from the neighboring areas are asked to help out. For many students, these retreats are the first retreats of their life and they're inspired to take their spiritual life seriously. This is the time when some are encouraged to become priests or nuns. There are dozens of Sisters who were students of Adamson University; many students became Vincentian seminarians and two have been ordained priests.
Students
Most students belong to the middle and upper middle-class families. There are also hundreds of foreign students from Korea, China, Taiwan, Africa, Thailand and other Southeast Asian countries.
Student organizations
Recognized Student Organizations (RSO)
The Office for Student Affairs recognizes the existence of several student organizations.
- Academic Organizations
- ACES (Association of Civil Engineering Students)
- ACoES (Adamson University Computer Engineering Society)
- ACOMSS (Adamson University Computer Science Society)
- AdUCHESS (Adamson University Chemical Engineering Student Society)
- AIEP (Association of Industrial Engineers of the Philippines)
- AUBS (Adamson University Biology Society)
- AUCS (Adamson University Chemical Society)
- AUECESS (Adamson University Electronics and Communications Engineering Students' Society)
- AUEESS (Adamson University Electrical Engineering Student Society)
- AUMACOMMS (Adamson University Mass Communication Society)
- AUPS (Adamson University Psychological Society)
- AUSES
- AUYEA (Adamson University Young Educators Association)
- FJCPPhARC (Federation of Junior Chapters of the Philippine Pharmaceutical Association Rho-Chapter)
- ITMS (Information Technology and Management Society)
- JFINEX (Junior Financial Executives)
- JMA (Junior Management Association)
- JMS (Junior Marketing Society)
- JPAS (Junior Philippine Association Secretaries)
- JPIA (Junior Philippine Institute of Accountancy)
- PSAU (Physics Society of Adamson University)
- PSME (Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers)
- PSSBAU (Political Science Block of Adamson University)
- Political Science and Development Studies Society (POLISCY)
- Unified Customs Administration Society (UCAS)
- United Architects of the Philippines Student Auxiliary (UAPSA-Adamson University Chapter)
Socio-Civic Organizations
- AB (Aquing Bicol)
- AdU-Band (Adamson University Band)
- ADUMS (Adamson University Mountaineering Society)
- ASA-AdU (Academic Scholar Alliance of Adamson University)
- AUFAP (Adamson University Financial Aid Program
- BUNKAKORYU KAI
- JES (Junior Engineer's Society)
- KAPARIZ-AdU (Kabataang Pangarap ni Rizal)
- KATRIBU
- HIMIG (Musicians of Adamson University)
- RAC-AdU (Rotaract Club of Adamson University)
- Rong Akeanon (Association of Aklanon Students)
- Volunteer's Org
Religious Organizations
- A of P (The Apostleship of Prayer)
- COM (Children of Mary)
- CV (Christus Vincit Community)
- LUISAS
- SSVP (Society of Saint Vincent de Paul)
- VSAC
- VLCG
- VVC (Vincentian Vocation Club)
- YFC (Youth For Christ)
Student Development Sponsored Activities for the RSO
Leadership Training (May or June)
General Assembly & Induction (June)
Efficiency Training (July)
Membership Drive (August)
RSO Sportsfest (August)
Recollections / Retreats (October)
Awards Night (February or March)
Turn Over & Year End Ceremony (March)
Publications
Student publications refer to all printed, mimeographed or photocopied, materials published by students for campus circulation.
The following are autonomous organizations and publications but the office extends them editorial and technical advice:
The Adamson News, the official publication of Adamson University
The Adamson Chronicle, the official student publication of Adamson University
Ugnayan, the official publication of the Recognized Student Organizations of Adamson University
Vincentian Apostolate
Although Adamson University was founded as a secular school, when the Vincentian Fathers took over, they introduced several important religious programs to place it in line with the general ideals of Catholic education. A theology department was opened, campus ministry was strengthened, Masses were held daily, religious icons and celebrations were introduced on the University campus. These diverse apostolic activities were based not only on the various guidelines from the Holy See which looks at education as a most important apostolate but also from the experiences of Vincentian Universities around the world.
Integrated Community Extension Service (ICES)
The Integrated Community Extension Services (ICES) is another Vincentian service arm of the University specifically instituted to reach out to the underprivileged members of society. A yearly report noted the following activities of ICES: "Although it's relatively new, it has attracted the attention of many groups, especially the accreditation councils, for its untiring efforts in reaching out to the underprivileged members of society. Its occupational skills program graduated 316 students, its food processing seminars had 49 participants, the dressmaking class had 56.
The Vincentian Fathers, through the Adamson University ICES office, saw another instrument of their apostolic ministry. With hundreds of people who benefitted by the occupational skills, food processing and dressmaking programs, they opened other projects. There were training for computer skills, automotive, and electrical skills. Many of the trainers were volunteers from among faculty members and students of the University. One of the most popular and effective training programs was computer literacy for youth. At one time practically all the 150 or so secretaries of the Archdiocese of Manila underwent several days of a training program which helped revolutionize the record keeping and accessing programs in the whole archdiocese of Manila. Before the training sessions, the participants are invited to pray, read the bible or listen to some short inspirational talks by the director or a priest.
Vincentian Center for Social Responsibility (VCSR)
On September 28, 2007, Vice President Noli De Castro welcomed the launching of the Vincentian Center for Social Responsibility (VCSR)
by the Adamson University. VCSR intends to engage the Adamson’s academic community more deeply and directly in nation-building. De Castro also cited the Adamson University and the Vincentian community for their efforts in putting up the VCSR: “it is high time we introduce to students a concept of brotherhood that isn't based on exclusivity ...At mas natutuwa ako na ang napili ninyong pilot community ay ang Southville relocation site sa Cabuyao (Laguna).”
Notable alumni
Politics and Governance
Sports
Mass Media and Entertainment
| Jestoni Alarcón |
Actor |
| Hazel Ann Mendoza |
Actress |
| Nida Blanca |
Actress |
| Red Sternberg |
Actor |
| Joko Díaz |
Actor |
| Ana Marie Falcon a.k.a. Francine Prieto |
Actress, Comedian |
| Smokey Manaloto |
Comedian and TV personality |
| Marissa del Mar |
TV host: Up Close and Personal with Marissa Del Mar |
| Bez Lacanlale |
member of the band Mocha |
| Dexter Dominguez a.k.a. Teri Onor |
Gay impersonator and TV personality |
| Dan Yñiguez |
Producer/Managing Director of Tele Ad Production Films |
Educational Administration and Teaching
| Dean Eladio Tinio |
Dean College of Pharmacy/Philippines Pharmaceutical Association |
| Abelardo Domondon |
Bar Reviewer/Author/Law Lecturer |
Science and Research
| Jose Conrad Navarra |
Professor and Marketing Excellence in Pharmaceutical Industry Awardee 2005 |
Military
| Charlie Domingo Jr. |
Philippine Military Academy (PMA) Class 2002 Valedictorian |
Religious Service
Board Topnotchers
| Levi Layague Miranda |
TOP#1 April 2008 Chemical Engineering |
| Frederick Badiola Sajonia |
TOP#6 Feb 2007 Architecture |
Notable Campus Leadership Awardees
| Jose Conrad Navarra |
Marketing |
2002 |
| Ramil Galvan |
Accountancy |
2003 |
| Roselle Hernandez |
Computer Engineering |
2007 |
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