2013 NEWS BULLETIN
December 1
Graduation of 17 MA in OD specializing in Microfinance Management Candidates
Dr. Rose and Dr. Apple were at Siem Reap, Cambodia for the graduation of 17 MA in OD specializing in Microfinance Management candidates. It was held at Smiling Hotel and Spa. Dr. Sok Thim, Executive Director of Cambodia Health Committee, Ltd., was invited as guest speaker. The graduates were: Medelyn K. Alimagno, Henry M. Altarejos, Jr., Laarni B. Añonuevo, Madonna U. Bautista, Amy J. Brofar, Marissa P. Escalona, Gerardo R. Garcia, King Kap Kalyan, Bevic P. Lualhati, Geralyn C. Macasinag, Marisol G. Maminta, Raymond P. Quilit, Souliphonesith Rattanamongkhoun, Kuy Sengmoeurn, Ma. Ana M. Toledo, Medy M. Valenzuela, and Edlyn L. Villajuan.
December 2 - 3
MOU signing of SAIDI and Phuket Rajabhat University partnership
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes and Dr. Marie-Paul B. de Luna were at Bangkok, Thailand for the MOU signing of SAIDI and Phuket Rajabhat University partnership.
December 6
“Words Create Worlds” Learning Session
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes & Dr. Marie-Paul B. de Luna facilitated the learning session on “Words Create Worlds”. There were 13 participants from ACCESS school. The participants were: Carlo Roman Zarate, Vilma Cacho, Milardo de Guzman, Marietta de Guzman, Darius Mirasol, Ma. Christina Antonnette Baclit, Winifredo Garcia, Lorna Dalimot, Gerardo Gatus, Marivic Ilagan, Leonora Malibiran, Arthoro Ramada, and Fernando delos Santos.
December 13-14
POD Module 5: Positivity as a Mindset in Leadership
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes facilitated the 5th Module of the POD Certificate Program entitled “Positivity as a Mindset in Leadership”. The graduates of the program were Jonas Tetangco, Luis Bunales, Jr., Fr. Frederic Rocha (PhD Cand.), Lilibet Amatong, Carlo Roman Zarate (PhD Cand.), and Karen Meñez.
December 16
Final Defense of Pablo Belardo
Pablo Belardo had his final defense for his PhD degree. His dissertation was entitled “Crafting the SFAC Strategic Employee Development Program to the Future: SOAR-ing with the Legacy of the Founder”. The panel was composed of Dr. B. Elizabeth Yap as Chair, Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes as Adviser, Sr. Flor Pauline L. Duran, Carm. OL, Dr. Marie-Paul B. de Luna, and Dr. Arturo Orosco, Jr. as members.
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November 2
Final Defense of Sanga Chaiyamang
Sanga Chaiyamang had his final defense for his PhD degree. His research was on “SERVQUAL as OD Tool to Improve Service in PR School ROI-ET, Thailand”. The panel consisted of Bro. Michael Thinaratana Komkris as Chair, Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes as Adviser, Dr. Marie-Paul B. de Luna, Sr. Joy Carmel Jumawan, Carm. OL, and Dr. Peter Gan as members.
November 6 - 8
Group 1 of the DPWH OCBP Program attends Module 4
Group 1 of the DPWH OCBP Program, consisting of 39 participants, attended Module 4 which was entitled “Expanding Mindsets (Paradigm Shifts – Part 2)”. Facilitators were Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul B. de Luna, and renowned artist Mr. Heber Bartolome.
November 12 - 14
Group 2 of the DPWH OCBP Program attends Module 4
Group 2 of the DPWH OCBP Program, consisting of 42 participants, attended Module 4 which was entitled “Expanding Mindsets (Paradigm Shifts – Part 2)”. Facilitators were Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul B. de Luna, and renowned artist Mr. Heber Bartolome.
November 19
Dr. Rose invited as Speaker in FUSE General Assembly
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes was invited as Speaker by The Foundation for Upgrading the Standards of Education (FUSE) in their General Assembly. Her piece revolved around the topic “Celebrate What’s Right with the World”.
November 19 - 21
Group 3 of the DPWH OCBP Program attends Module 4
Group 3 of the DPWH OCBP Program, consisting of 43 participants, attended Module 4 which was entitled “Expanding Mindsets (Paradigm Shifts – Part 2)”. Facilitators were Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul B. de Luna, and renowned artist Mr. Heber Bartolome.
November 22
Graduation Rite
This event saw the conferment of diplomas to five PhD graduates, namely, Jennifer Lapa, Grace Fabros-Tyler, Sanga Chaiyamang, Fr. Somphong Chatbanyong, and Fr. Peter Nguyen Thanh Nhiem, SVD. We invited Dr. Ernest Francis Nora as inspirational speaker for the said event. Those present were Msgr. Vicente D. Bauson (Chair of SAIDI Foundation, Inc.’s Board of Trustees), Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes (President and Dean of SAIDI Graduate School of OD), Dr. Marie-Paul B. de Luna (Director of Applied Research Center & Consulting and Registrar of SAIDI Graduate School of OD), Dr. Marissa Cos Alcantara (SAIDI Alumna and Mentor), SAIDI administration and staff, and families and friends of the graduates.
November 25 - 26
Special Run of Modules 1 & 2 for DPWH OCBP Program participants
Nineteen new participants of the DPWH OCBP Program attended the special run of Modules 1 & 2 facilitated by Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul B. de Luna, and Dr. Marissa Cos Alcantara.
November 27
Final Defense of 9 MA in OD specializing in Microfinance candidates and Proposal Defense of 2 MA in OD specializing in Microfinance candidates
There were 9 MA in OD specializing in Microfinance candidates who had their final defense. These candidates were Leonisa Manalo, Vladimir Sanchez, Norberto Yeban, Jr., Jeannie La Rosa, Mary Ann Resplandor, Fe Labay, Leizel Estrella, Ma. Francia Benosa, and Marivic Monroy. There were also 2 MA in OD specializing in Microfinance candidates who had their proposal defense. These two were Gil Bartolome and Yorn Phany. The panel consisted of Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul B. de Luna, Dr. Enrique Navarro, and Ms. Glenda Lagarile.
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October 3 – 4
“Preparing and Learning to Use the AI-Instrument for Storytelling”
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes and Ms. Pauline Guanzon facilitated the learning session on “Preparing and Learning to Use the AI-Instrument for Storytelling”. The participants were Carlo Roman Zarate (PhD candidate), Lorna Dalimot, and Fernando De los Santos of ACCESS, Sr. Nara Niyomthai, SIHM (PhD candidate), and Fr. Yohanes Anjar Donobakti (PhD candidate).
October 10 – 11
“The Blondin OPS Model for Planning and Decision-
Making”
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes and Dr. Marie-Paul B. de Luna facilitated the seminar-workshop on “The Blondin OPS Model for Planning and Decision-Making”. There were 6 participants namely: Raymond Ibarrientos, Jeffrey Calumag, Gerald Justo Ramores, Joven Inosanto and Juhvil Cane Cabaraban of Couples for Christ Global Mission Foundation, Inc., and Josefa Francisco (PhD cand.).
October 14 – 16
“Planning, Decision-Management and The Art of Questioning” Learning Session
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes was invited by Fr. Bong Delariarte, OSA as speaker/facilitator for the learning session on “Planning, Decision-Management and The Art of Questioning”.
October 17 - 18
“SOAR-ing with the SOAR Framework”
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes facilitated the learning session on “SOAR-ing with the SOAR Framework”. The participants were Carlo Roman Zarate (PhD candidate), Ma. Christina Antonette Baclit, and Leonora Malibiran of ACCESS, Lino Atienza of Ancilla Enterprise Development Consulting, and Sr. Nara Niyomthai, SIHM (PhD candidate).
October 21
Final Defense of Stephan Schmitt-Degenhardt
Stephan Schmitt-Degenhardt had his final defense for his PhD degree. His research was entitled “Partner Selection Criteria among Small Businesses: Universally Similar or Culturally Contingent?”. The panel was composed of Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes as Chair, Dr. Sikandar Siddiqui as Adviser, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, Dr. Benjamin Quiñones, Jr., and Markus Dietrich as members.
October 25-26
POD Certificate Program Module 4
Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna facilitated the 4th Module of the POD Certificate Program. This module was entitled “Research and Prospects for AI Applications”. There were 6 participants namely: Lilibet Amatong, Luis Bunales, Carlo Roman Zarate, Fr. Frederic Rocha, Jonas Tetangco, and Karen Menez.
October 30
Proposal Defense of Bro. Alfons Seran, CMM
Bro. Alfons Seran, CMM had his proposal defense for his PhD degree. His research proposal was about “Spiritual-Transformational Leadership as a Paradigm for Living Religious Life of the CMM Brothers in Indonesia: A Case Study Using Appreciative Inquiry”. The panel was composed of Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes as Chair, Sr. Joy Carmel Jumawan, Carm. OL as Adviser, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, Dr. Cecile Gutierrez, and Fr. Rico Ponce as members.
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September 4
Final Defense of
Laarni Añonuevo
Laarni Añonuevo had her final defense for her MA degree. Her research was on "Strategies of Decrease Portfolio at Risk in CARD Las Piñas: The Case of the CAA Unit".
The panel was composed of Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, Dr. Enrique Navarro, and Ms. Glenda Lagarile.
September 2 - 7
OD Lecture on Core Modules
for Cohorts 12 of MA in OD
specializing in Microfinance Management
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes and Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna facilitated then OD lectures on Core Modules for Cohorts 12 of the MA Program in OD specializing in Microfinance Management. The new candidates are: Melody E. Escorsa, Haide M. Bautista, Ainjel S. Rocafort, and Analiza de Lumban of CARD Band Inc., Rosemarie O. Maala and Marvin Abao of CARD Inc., Genelyn L. dela Cruz of CARD SME Bank Inc., Jennifer O. Redublo of CARD MBA Inc., Maridel Manalo of CMDI Inc., and Gil B, Bastolome of CARD BDSFI.
September 9-14
OPS Workshop for Cohort 12 of the MA program in OD specializing in Microfinance Management
Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna facilitated the OPS workshop for Cohort 12 of the MA program in OD specializing in Microfinance Management.
September 13 - 14
Opening New Windows: Shifting the Mindsets for a Difference!”
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes facilitated a learning session entitled “Opening New Windows: Shifting the Mindsets for a Difference!”. The attendees were Darius Mirasol, Crissane Baclit, and Marivic Ilagan of ACCESS. Only Darius Mirasol and Marivic Ilagan were able to complete the 2-day session.
September 16
Proposal Defense of Gina Farrales
Gina Farrales had her proposal defense for her PhD program via Skype conference. Her research is entitled “Localize Collaboration for Housing Poor People: A Case Study of Cadiz City Local Community Mortgage Program (LCMP)”. The panel was composed of Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes as Chair, Dr. Eduardo Canela as Adviser, Dr. Eliseo Aurellado, Dr. Benjamin Quiñones, and Dr. B. Elizabeth Yap as members.
September 20
Crime Prevention Seminar
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes was invited by Brgy. Loyola Heights as Guest Speaker for the Barangay Peace and Order Council seminar on COMMUNITY POLICING.
September 23
Final Defense of Souliphonesith Rattanamongkhoun
Souliphonesith Rattanamongkhoun had his final defense via SKYPE for his MA in OD specializing in Microfinance Management. His research dwelt on “The Challenge of Microfinance in Lao PDR: Case Study of Fonds Cooperatif”.
The panel was composed of Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, Dr. Enrique Navarro, and Ms. Glenda Lagarile.
September 20-24
Research Seminar of Cohorts 12 of MA in OD specializing in Microfinance Management
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes and Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna facilitated the Research Seminar of the Cohorts 12 of the MA program in OD specializing in Microfinance Management.
September27-28
POD Certificate Program Module 3
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes facilitated the 3 Certificate Program entitled “The Creative Arts as Tools for Positive Transformation”. The first day was lecture and exercise-based. In attendance on the first day were: Lilibet Amatong, Jonas Tetangco, Karen Menez, Sr. Nara Niyomthai, and Fr. Frederic Rocha. The second day was devoted to the arts, specifically painting. The artists present were Chris, Kevin, and Cheche. The attendees on the second day were: Lilibet Amatong, Jonas Tetangco, Karen Menez, Sr. Nara Niyomthai, Fr. Frederic Rocha, Sr. Maria Goretti Lwin, and Carlo Zarate.
August 2
6th National HR Summit
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes was invited by the Powermax Consulting Group to deliver the concluding presentation at the 6th National HR Summit held at Crowne Plaza Hotel Auditorium, Ortigas. The topic dealt on “Talentship and Sustainability – A New HR Paradigm”.
August 5:
Portfolio Defense of
Teresita Villanueva
Teresita Villanueva had her portfolio defense for her PhD degree.
The panel was composed of Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, and Dr. Benjamin Quiñones.
August 6 – 8
Group 1 of DPWH OCBP Program
attends Module 3
The 1st group of the DPWH OCBP Program, consisting of 44 participants, attended Module 3 of the OCBP Program. This module is about Expanding Mindsets (Paradigm Shifts – Part 1).
The facilitators of Module 3 were Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, Dr. Amor De Torres, and Dr. Ricky Abad.
August 10
Final Defense of
Russel Lloyd Lim
Russel Lloyd Lim had his final defense for his PhD degree. His research dwelt on “Living Out Compassion, Integrity and Professionalism: Self Change Through Reflective Practice”.
The panel was composed of Sr. Flor Pauline Duran, Carm.OL, PhD as Chair, Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes as Adviser, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, Dr. Cecile Gutierrez, and Mr. Earnest Tan as members.
August 13 – 15
Group 2 of DPWH OCBP Program
attends Module 3
The 2nd group of the DPWH OCBP Program, composed of 47 participants, attended Module 3 of the OCBP Program. This module is about Expanding Mindsets (Paradigm Shifts – Part 1).
The facilitators of Module 3 were Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, Dr. Amor De Torres, and Dr. Ricky Abad.
August 23
Final Defense of
Jennifer Lapa
Jennifer Lapa had her final defense for her MA-PhD degree. Her research was on “Relational Leadership Competencies and Interventions and Their Effects on Employee Empowerment at Three Levels of OD”.
The panel was composed of Dr. Cecile Gutierrez as Chair, Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes as Adviser, Dr. Marissa Alcantara and Dr. Reynaldo Casas as members.
August 26
Final Defense of
Wayne Bacale
Wayne Bacale had his final defense for his PhD degree. His research was entitled "counting What Counts Organization Development: An innovative Approach in Managing Performance and Results of Disaster Response Program".
The panel was composed of Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes as Chair, Dr. Cecile Gutierrez as Adviser, Dr. Eliseo Aurellado and Dr. Jaime Aristotle Alip as members.
August 27 - 29
Group 1 of DPWH OCBP Program
attends Module 3
The 3rd group of the DPWH OCBP Program, consisting of 50 participants, attended Module 3 of the OCBP Program. This module is about Expanding Mindsets (Paradigm Shifts – Part 1).
The facilitators of Module 3 were Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, Dr. Amor De Torres, and Dr. Ricky Abad.
August 30 - 31
POD Certificate Program Module 2
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes facilitated Module 2 of the POD Certificate Program entitled “Appreciative Inquiry Principles as Vehicles for Positive Image-Positive Actions”. The attendees were Fr. Frederic Rocha, Luis Bunales, Lilibet Amatong, Jonas Tetangco, Carlo Roman Zarate, and Karen Menez.
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July 8 - 12
Extra-Ordinary Chapter of the Congregation
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes facilitated the first week of the Extra-Ordinary Chapter of the Society of Our Lady and the Most Holy Trinity at Corpus Christi, Texas.
July 23 – 25
OPS Workshop July 2013
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes facilitated the OPS workshop, a required learning session for those enrolled in the MA and PhD programs. There were 12 attendees present, namely: Ambassador Marilyn Alarilla, Josefa Rizalina Bautista, Maria Luisa Victoria Felix, Paul Clarence Juarez, Anongphat Koolmongkolrat, Fr. Frederic Rocha, Nestor Sadiarin, Voranit Voraphornthanyapat, Carlo Roman Zarate, Leonora Malibiran, Marivic Ilagan, and Ma. Christina Antonnette Baclit.
July 26 – 27
POD Certificate Program Module 1
Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes facilitated Module 1 of the POD Certificate Program entitled “Appreciative Inquiry and Positivity: Origins, Principles and Practices”. The attendees included: Fr. Frederic Rocha, Ingrid Daba, Lilibet Amatong, Jonas Tetangco, Carlo Roman Zarate, and Karen Menez.
July 29
Proposal Defense of
Susan Eleanor Claro
Susan Eleanor Claro had her proposal defense for her PhD research project. The focus is on the “Space for Interfaith Peace Building in Mindanao (SPACE Mindanao)”.
The panel was composed of Dr. Marissa Alcantara as Chair, Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes as Adviser, Sr. Joy Carmel Jumawan, Carm.OL, Dr. Alejandra Libunao, and Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna as members.
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June 10
PACUCOA Accreditation
Last June 10, SAIDI School of OD received a letter from Dr. Rosita Navarro, informing us that the PACUCOA Board of Directors has approved the endorsement to the Federation of Accrediting Agencies of the Philippines (FAAP) of the certification of both our MA and PhD in OD Programs for 2 years, effective April 2013 – April 2015.
Research Proposal of
Fr. Edwin Selvaratnam
Last June 10, Fr. Edwin Selvaratnam presented his research proposal for his PhD degree. His research proposal was entitled “Discovering the Spirit of Formative Leadership to Craft a Formative Leadership Development Program for the Religious Congregations in Sri Lanka”.
The panel was composed of Dr. Marissa Alcantara as Chair, Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes as Adviser, Dr. Arturo Orosco, Dr. Reynaldo Casas, and Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna as members.
June 17 - 18
CICM Provincial Assembly Facilitation
Last June 17 - 18, the CICM Provincial Assembly invited Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes to facilitate the “Review and Move Forward” journey which was focused on the resolutions of the previous assemblies. The framework used for this engagement was the SOAR model. Two compelling video presentations were used in this session which highlighted the very essence of the SOAR model and these were "Celebrate What is Right With the World" and "Change my Lens, Change my Life”.
June 19
Proposal Defense of
Ms. Elvira Pedraja
Last June 19, Ms. Elvira Pedraja had her proposal defense for her MA Degree in OD specializing in Microfinance Management. Her proposal was entitled “Assessing the Devolution of Certain HR Functions of Regional Heads and Area Managers in CARD-North Luzon”.
The panel was composed of Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, Mr. Edzel Ramos, and Ms. Glenda Lagarile.
Final Defense of
Ms. Ma. Adoracion Ola
Last June 19, Ms. Ma. Adoracion Ola had her final defense for her MA Degree in OD specializing in Microfinance Management. Her thesis was entitled “Capacity-Building of Members towards this Productivity and Maintaining Portfolio Quality for CARD Bank Mogpog Branch”.
The panel was composed of Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, Mr. Edzel Ramos, and Ms. Glenda Lagarile.
Redefense of
Ms. Medy Valenzuela
Last June 19, Ms. Medy Valenzuela had a redefense of her final thesis for her MA Degree in OD specializing in Microfinance Management. Her final thesis was entitled “Ensuring Over-All Recording Efficiency at CARD Bank Branch Office: A Case Study”.
The panel was composed of Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, Mr. Edzel Ramos, and Ms. Glenda Lagarile.
Final Defense of
Mr. Kip Kap Kalyan
Last June 19, Mr. Kip Kap Kalyan had his final defense for his MA Degree in OD specializing in Microfinance Management. His thesis was entitled “Assessing the Readiness of CHC-Limited Clients to Initiate a Micro-Insurance Product”.
The panel was composed of Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, Mr. Edzel Ramos, and Ms. Glenda Lagarile.
June 28
“Staying in Love with Your Work” Learning Session
Last June 28, Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes facilitated a one-day learning session entitled “Staying in Love with Your Work” for 16 employees of the Department of Budget and Management. The participants were: Maria Regina Cenino, Minda Monteclaro, Luis Sanchez, Relida Cacdac, Sandra Rowena Perez, Anesa Sebastian, Marianne Villa, Marissa Mata, Elvira Robles, Narleen Velbis, Nancy de Castro, Teresa Siccion, Lynie Biaca, Ely Fernandez, Patricia Sta. Maria, and Celia Dominguez-Scott.
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May 6 - 8
DPWH OCBP Program Group 3
Last May 6 - 8, the 3rd group of the DPWH OCBP Program, which consisted of 52 participants, attended Modules 1 & 2 of the series. Module 1 embodied the topic on OPEN SPACE Conversations and Module 2 was about PERSONAL MASTERY: Self-Awareness and Self-Knowledge.
The facilitators of Module 1 were Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, and Ms. Josephine Perez. Module 2 facilitators were Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes and Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna.
May 17
Module 5 Discovering Appreciative Leadership
Last May 17, Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes facilitated the 5th Module of the POD Certificate Program for the period of January – May 2013. Dr. Raul Manas was the only participant who was able to attend all Modules of the program. Thus, he was given the Certificate of Completion. One’s advantage in completing this program and its requirements is that you could receive an equivalent of 15-unit credits towards an MA or PhD in OD, specializing in POD.
May 15
Proposal Defense of Adelina Royo
Last May 15, Ms. Adelina Royo had her proposal defense for her PhD degree. Her research proposal was fittingly entitled “Pharmapreneurship: An Alternative Continuing Professional Development Framework for Practicing Pharmacists”. The panel was composed of Dr. Marissa Alcantara as Chair, Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes as Adviser, Dr. Arturo Orosco, Dr. Reynaldo Casas, and Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna as members.
May 24
Staying in Love with Your Work
Last May 24, Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes facilitated a one-day learning session entitled “Staying in Love with Your Work”. There were 15 participants for this session, and they were from different sectors of society. There were representatives from Department of Budget and Management, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, St. Paul University Manila, St. Francis of Assisi College, St. Anthony School, Centro Escolar University, and CMDI.
This session was, need I say, very effective in inspiring its participants to love their work and go beyond their call of duty. They all went home very satisfied with the day’s turnout, and emerged to be transformed individuals with a clearer purpose in life.
May 29 - June 1
Training in AI Facilitation
Last May 29 to June 1, Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes and Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna facilitated a four-day workshop entitled “Training in Appreciative Inquiry (AI) Facilitation”. There were 5 participants present, namely: Ms. Emma Jean Ancaja (STMicroelectronics Inc.), Ms. Joann Fumar and Ms. Cath Vicedo (Emerson Electric Asia Ltd.), Ms. Marilyn Cepe (freelance consultant), and Fr. Alex Abia (SAIDI’s PhD candidate).
This workshop that just took place can be considered to be one of the prime workshops that SAIDI School of OD has to offer. It provided an extensive feel of what AI is all about. After completing the four-day workshop, the participants were able to grasp the idea behind AI, and optimistically, be able to pass it on to those they come in contact with in their respective professions.
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April 16 - 18
DPWH OCBP Program Group 1
Last April 16 - 18, the 1st group of the DPWH OCBP Program, which consisted of 48 participants, attended Modules 1 & 2 of the series. Module 1 embodied the topic on OPEN SPACE Conversations and Module 2 was about PERSONAL MASTERY: Self-Awareness and Self-Knowledge.
The facilitators of Module 1 were Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, and Ms. Josephine Perez. Module 2 facilitators were Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes and Dr. Amor Q. De Torres.
April 19
Final Defense of Fr. Peter
Last April 19, Fr. Peter Nguyen Thanh Nhiem, SVD had his final defense for his MA-PhD degree. His dissertation was aptly entitled “Using Positive Stories as Tool towards a Transformative Spirituality Among Vietnamese Youth”.
The panel was composed of Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes as Chair, Dr. Marie-Paul B. de Luna as Adviser, Sr. Flor Pauline L. Duran and Fr. Rico Ponce as members.
April 22 - 24
DPWH OCBP Program Group 2
Last April 22 – 24, the 2nd group of the DPWH OCBP Program, which consisted of 47 participants, attended Modules 1 & 2 of the series. Module 1 embodied the topic on OPEN SPACE Conversations and Module 2 was about PERSONAL MASTERY: Self-Awareness and Self-Knowledge.
The facilitators of Module 1 were Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes and Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna. Module 2 facilitators were Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes and Dr. Amor Q. De Torres.
April 16
Final Defense of
Grace Fabros-Tyler
Last April 16, Ms. Grace Fabros-Tyler had her final defense for her PhD degree. Her dissertation was aptly entitled “Organization Development Model Building a Positive Attitude Toward IT Integration in Teaching and Learning”.
The panel was composed of Dr. Marie-Paul B. de Luna as Chair, Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes as Adviser, Sr. Flor Pauline L. Duran, Dr. Elizabeth Ramos, and Dr. Leonardo Canlas as members.
April 26 - 27
Module 4 Research and Prospects for AI Applications
Last April 26 – 27, Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes facilitated the 4th Module of the POD Certificate Program for the period of January – May 2013.
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March 4
Proposal Defenses of MA in OD specializing in Microfinance Management candidates:
Fe M. Labay
“Discovering Ways to Increase On-Time Remittance to Maintain Liquidity of CARD Bank – Sta.
Cruz, Marinduque Branch”
Faith N. Pascua
“Determining the Efficiency of Services by the CARD Bank Calapan Branch Tellers”
Leizel A. Estrella
“Strengthening the Skills of the Branch Staff to Deliver Zero-Lapses in Documentation of
financial Transactions at CARD-Bank Dimasalang Branch”
Sheryl Rose Brul
“Identifying the Strategies in implementing CARD MBA System (CMS)”
Rhett Ray Quinday
“An Assessment of the Business Development Services (BDS) Program of KFI Center for
Community Development Foundation Inc. (KCCDFI)”
Jeannie La Rosa
“Determining the Weaknesses of the Current Financial Reporting System:
Accuracy, Completeness and Staff’s Level of Skills”
Ma. Francia Benosa
“Factors that Affect Regular Saver’s Decision to Stay or Save with CARD SME Bank: A Case of
the CARD SME Bank Inc – Cavite City Branch”
Panel Members: Dr. Rosalina Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, Glenda Lagarile
@SAIDI: MA in OD Specializing in Micro-Finance Management, 4 March 2013 |
March 15-16
Using Creativity as Tools for Positive Transformation
Another very interesting set of learning sessions offered by the Positive in OD Certificate
Program 2013 is the module on Using Creativity as Tools for Positive Transformation
which was held last March 15-16, 2013. The participants had a wonderful experience of
directly engaging in the various art forms offered in this module. The learning sessions
included topics on the Art of Change – facilitated by Dr. Noel Silan, the Visual Arts through
acrylic painting facilitated by Mr. Art De La Cruz, and the use of Metaphor and Story-Telling
facilitated bt Ms. Mary Melody Remorca. The participants included Mr. Camilo Casals, Mr.
Luis Bunales, Dr. Raul Manas and Ms. Ingrid Daba.
Using Creativity as Tools for Positive Transformation, Positive OD Batch 7, 15-16 March 2013 |
March 16
Proposal Defense of Pablito Siwa Belardo (PhD candidate) at SFAC, Las Pinas City
Panel members: Dr. Rose Fuentes (Adviser)
Sr. Flor Duran (Chair)
Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna
Dr. Arturo Orosco Jr.
Dr. Elizabeth Yap
March 20
Proposal defense of MA in OD specializing in Microfinance Management candidates:
Melanie Viajante
“Improving CARD MRI Assistance Strategies to its Clients after a Natural Calamity”
Final Defense of Analeen Suelto
“An Evaluation of CARD MRI Hiring Process in South Luzon”
Geralyn Macasinag
“Quality Recruitment as a Tool for Quality Membership in CARD Masbate Area”
Panel members: Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, Mr. Edzel Ramos and Ms.
Glenda Lagarile
March 21
2013 OD and Training Congress
Dr. Rose O. Fuentes served as Resource Person at the 2013 OD and Training Congress:
Evolving Paradigms and Best Practices. Her talk discussed the topic regarding AI and
Change Management: A Peek into Some Studies. Dr. Noel Silan also gave a talk in the same
event regarding Succession Planning: A Toolkit for Preparing Your Leadership Pipeline.
March 22
Everyday Creativity
This illuminating learning session entitled Everyday Creativity: Looking @ the Ordinary
and Seeing the ….Extraordinary was facilitated by Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna last March 22,
2013. Attendees were Gladys Bonayon, Liza Fermin and Melanie Garcia of Enchanted
Kingdom, Melvin Chan of Makati Medical Center, Glenda Madrigal of CMDI, Fr. Yohanes
Anjar Donobakti (MA candidate), Fr. Reu Galoy of OLAS College, Janet Rachel Umaran of
Cal-Energy, Johanna Mitra & Kristina Trinidad Monge of Toshiba, Ramonito Perez of La
Consolacion University.
March 23
AAI Annual Assembly
The Association of Appreciative Inquiry (AAI) Annual Assembly was held at SAIDI-
Graduate School of OD. The event facilitated by Ms. Pearl Bernardo and attended by 16
participants, included the review of the history of AAI primarily through the perspective of
Dr. Rose O. Fuentes, one of the life-giving forces of the organization. The members also
discussed the challenges facing AAI – from its essence of being – an Authentic Appreciative
Living – to the possible different images of its future. A new set of officers was also elected
in the same gathering. They are as follows:President - Ms. Alen Esguerra; Vice President –
Ms. Grace Tyler; Secretary – Ms. Jaclyn Chiong, and Treasurer – Dr. Noel Silan.
AAI General Assembly @ SAIDI – Graduate School of OD, March 23, 2013
AAI General Assembly @ SAIDI – Graduate School of OD, March 23, 2013
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February 4
Portfolio Defense of Mr. Pablito Siwa Belardo (PhD candidate) at St. Francis of Assisi College, Las Pinas. The Panel members: Dr. Rose Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna and Dr. Arturo Orosco
February 6
Appreciative Inquiry @ ADMU
Dr. Rose O. Fuentes conducted One-Day Appreciative Inquiry (AI) workshop with the student-formators of the Office for Social Concern and Involvement (OSCI)- Ateneo de Manila University
February 13-14
Strategic Planning with UCCP
Dr. Rose O. Fuentes facilitated the Strategic Planning Workshop at the 43rd CONCORD General Assembly of United Church of Christ in the Philippines (UCCP) held at Cagayan de Oro City
February 15
Change Your Lens, Change Your Life Learning Session
Dr. Rose O. Fuentes facilitated an AI-inspired seminar-workshop entitled Change Your Lens, Change Your Life. This learning session offered a not-so-ordinary experience and re-thinking of the concept of change and its realities. It was an amazing learning session with full of A-ha moments held at the serene campus of SAIDI. Dr. Fuentes was assisted by Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna. Attendees were: Fr. Alex Abia, Margielyn Cabrera of St. Peter Shrine, Fr. Yohanes Donobakti from Indonesia, Paul Juarez of Capitol University-Cagayan de Oro City, Maricar Labian and Anne Christine Wilson of Diocese of the Diocese of Novaliches, Maria Victoria Martinoff of F1C International Coaching, Corazon Monroy (SAIDI Library Consultant), Fr. Andres Neunsugel (ARFI participant), Fr. Frederic Rocha and Glenda Lagarile of CMDI and Melvin Chan of Makati Medical Center.
February 16
Opening of SAIDI - PTL Toy Library
SAIDI opened its doors to the children of its surrounding community with the launching of SAIDI PTL Toy Library. The Toy Library project was led by Dr. Marie-Paul De Luna and is warmly supported by the administration and staff of SAIDI. At the day of the opening last February 16, SAIDI looked like hosting a fiesta for the community –250 children, many with their mothers joined the launching of the PTL Toy Library.
SAIDI-PTL Toy Library provides a child-centered play-and-learn venue where children are free to play (with age-appropriate and educational toys), express themselves (with art materials), and learn from a varied selection of books and from each other. The SAIDI-PTL Toy Library is supported by donors from the PTL network and volunteers of local parents and young teens.
February 22-23
Positive Image, Positive Actions
Four enthusiastic leaders coming from diverse backgrounds attended Module 2 of the Positive Organization Development Certificate Program 2013. These change leaders include Dr. Raul Manas, Mr. Camilo Casals, Ms. Ingrid Daba and Mr. Rolando Alpe. Dr. Marie-Paul De Luna facilitated this module entitled AI Principles as Vehicles for Positive Image-Positive Actions.
February 26
SAIDI Consulting Engagement with DPWH
Dr. Rose O. Fuentes had on-going discussions with Ms. Anabelle De Los Reyes as part of SAIDI’s continuous engagement with DPWH.
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January 16, 2013
MOA Signing Between SAIDI and DPWH
SAIDI Graduate School of OD, represented by the Dean – Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes and
DPWH, represented by the MIS Director - Dr. Elizabeth E. Yap signed a Memorandum of
Agreement (MOA) for the Organizational Culture Building Project for the department. SAIDI
School of OD will provide the consulting & learning services for the implementation of
DPWH’s organizational culture change.
January 23-25, 2013
Organization Planning System Using the Blondin Model: A 3-Day Seminar-Workshop
The first of the two yearly sessions on Organization Planning Seminar (OPS) was held at SAIDI – Graduate School. This was facilitated by Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes and assisted by Dr. Marie-Paul B. de Luna. The following were the 11 participants: Ms. Mary Ann Resplandor, Ms. Faith Pascua of CARD Bank, Ms. Rosalie Ko, Mr. Edzel Ramos of CARD-MRI, Ms. Jossie Bolanos of Ateneo de Davao, Ms. Mary Ann Cortes, Fr. Jublas Nolasco of Dream Foundation, Mr. Pablito Belardo of St. Francis of Assisi College, Mr. Jacinto Bala of United Nations, Ms. Edna Bala of Orientalia Travel Service and Ms. Ann Christine Wilson of Diocese of Novaliches.
The next set of 3-Day Seminar-Workshop on OPS will be held this coming July 2013.
January 25, 2013
Annual Research Forum
To mark the foundation day of SAIDI Foundation Inc., the Annual Research Forum was held last January 25, 2013 at SAIDI Graduate School of OD through SAIDI’s Applied Research Center (ARC). The theme for this year’s Research Forum is “Bringing OD to the Community.”
The participants got the chance to listen to presentations that provided new insights at demonstrating effectiveness and execution of planned change principles within the environ of social systems, organizations, community, and society. Aside from providing promising ideas for current students about to embark on their own research activities, the forum explored possibilities for building collaborative Partnerships between researchers and practitioners, private and public institutions.
There were 41 attendees coming from educational institutions like St. Francis of Assisi College, Miriam College, Ateneo de Davao, Don Bosco Technical Institute, Imus Institute, St. Paul College
of Manila, Enverga University. Others attendees were from United Nations, Orientalia Travel Service, Philippine Navy, Seameo-Innotech, Enchanted Kingdom, MMGI, Dream Foundation, CARD/CMDI, Diocese of Novaliches, Coffey Idev, SwedishMatch, Ranong Provincial Industrial Office.
Research Presenters were:
Reynaldo T. Casas
Topic: Bottom of the Pyramid-driven CSR Strategy of An Organization: An OD Case Study
Joshue Zuriel G. Tiempo
Topic: Using Appreciative Inquiry (AI) as Community Development Planning and Transformation Framework: From Roots to Wings
Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna
Topic: Can The Poor Save? Prototyping Models for Savings among the Poor
25 January 2013
Commencement Rite at SAIDI
The Commencement Rites of 6 PhD candidates were held last January 25, 2013 at SAIDI – Graduate school of OD. The event was witnessed by the SAIDI administration, faculty, and staff, and the families and friends of the PhD graduates. These graduates are the following:
Reynaldo T. Casas (Philippines), Theerayudh Damdee (Thailand), Tariqul Kabir (Bangladesh), Verakit Runtakittanawat (Thailand), Joshue Zuriel G. Tiempo (Philippines) and Paibol Wangkeng (Thailand).
Inspirational Speaker: Dr. Rosalina O. Fuentes
January 25-26, 2013
Appreciative Inquiry and NLP
The first module of the Positive Organization Development (POD) Certificate Program 2013 was held last January 25-26, 2013, facilitated by Dr. Noel Silan. There are five modules under the POD Certificate Program and are delivered one module (for two day-sessions) per month from January to May, 2013.
The first module discussed and provided hands-on experiences regarding the meeting points of Appreciative Inquiry AI) and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). There were six eager learners who actively engaged in all the discussions and hands-on exercises. They are: Mr. Luis Bunales of CalEnergy, Dr. Raul Manas (PhD Candidate), Mr. Camilo Casals of RIMANSI, Ms. Rebecca Baldonado of the Campus Ministry of the Archdiocese of Manila, and Bro. Ruben Heto from Indonesia.
January 29, 2013
Thesis Defense
Final Defense of Ms. Madonna Bautista (candidate, MA in OD specializing in Microfinance Management)
Thesis title: Credit Risk Management: Efficient Cash Flow Projection to Ensure Effective Fund Management of CARD SME Bank, Inc.
Panel Members: Dr. Rose Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, Mr. Edzel Ramos, and Ms. Glenda Lagarile
January 29, 2013
Theses Proposal Defenses
Ms. Marivic Monroy (candidate, MA in OD specializing in Microfinance Management)
Thesis Title: Efficient Cash Flow Projection to Ensure Effective Fund Management of CARD SME Bank, Inc.
Ms. Mary Ann Resplandor (candidate, MA in OD specializing in Microfinance Management)
Thesis Title: Strengthening the Financial Reporting of CARD SME Bank, Inc.
Mr. Norberto Yeban Jr. (candidate, MA in OD specializing in Microfinance Management)
Thesis Title: Evaluating the Status of Staff Capacity in Delivering Multiple BDSFI Programs
Panel Members: Dr. Rose Fuentes, Dr. Marie-Paul de Luna, Mr. Edzel Ramos, and Ms. Glenda
Lagarile
January 30-31, 2013
Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation visits SAIDI
PACUCOA conducted a two-day visit at SAIDI as a preliminary activity for the accreditation of the institution’s MA and PhD in OD Program.
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