Caryl Trisha E. Yapac - MUCEP Staff
October 21, 2024 10:00 A.M.
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Giving Back to the Community: A Legacy of 95 Years and Beyond
Misamis University embodied its mission of responding to the needs of the community, exposing students to real-world situations by engaging in community extension and promoting unity and collaboration. In celebration of the school’s 95th Foundation Anniversary, one of the traditions was to conduct a Joint Community Extension and Medical-Dental Outreach Program. It was participated by around 200 faculty, students, and staff from the different colleges and departments last October 10, 2024. It was held in the community of Barangay Barra, Tudela, Misamis Occidental.
Barra, a coastal community, has been a long-time partner of the College of Maritime Education through their Coastal Resources Regeneration and Alternative Livelihood (CoRRAL) Project since 2010. The department has conducted several extension activities, such as (1) environmental classes for the youth, women, fisherfolks, and residents; (2) mangrove growing; (3) coastal clean-up; (4) support for pots and plots vegetable gardening; (5) construction of communal toilets; (6) distribution of rakes, trash bins, school supplies, and PPEs like facemasks, alcohol, face shields, and BPAT uniforms during the COVID-19 pandemic.
During the 2024 Joint Community Extension, a medical mission in a barangay’s covered court was led by Dr. Leslee Joy Legupra, Dr. Jean Tolentino, and nurses from Misamis University Medical Center (MUMC). They were assisted by the College of Nursing, Midwifery, and Radiologic Technology. Nurses checked vital signs and distributed medicines at the mini-pharmacy. A hundred and nine patients were catered for the day. In another corner, the College of Medical Technology conducted a blood typing service for 48 residents. They also distributed educational materials about dengue awareness and prevention due to the rising cases in the province for the past months
The College of Business and Management, in collaboration with the Graduate School Master of Business and Administration, initiated a feeding program with their prepared bread and Arroz Caldo topped with boiled egg and spring onions. After the feeding, the College of Dentistry advocated for the oral health of the young and their parents. They gave an interactive Community Education and Public Awareness - Information, Education, and Communication (CEPA-IEC) on the importance of oral health and donated 35 dental kits. The recipients were 35 daycare and kindergarten pupils in the community. The discussion was followed by the conduct of fluoridation to help in preventing cavities.
During MUCEP’s initial dialogue with the community leaders, they emphasized the need for a communal toilet. The previous toilet donated by Misamis University through the CoRRAL Project was in dire need of renovation. Thus, the College of Engineering and Technology conducted an assessment, design consultations, and inspection as well as the provision of materials for common facilities including 5 Galvanized Iron sheets, 1 kg of nails, 2 solar panels, and 9 bulbs for the communal comfort rooms. Meanwhile, Mediatrix Homes Inc., through the MU Graduate School, donated 5 toilet bowls for the communal comfort rooms that will address one of the hygiene needs of the community.
Near the coastlines, the College of Maritime Education conducted a clean-up to maintain coastal cleanliness and lessen marine pollution.
With fishing as the primary livelihood of the barangay, the fisherfolks expressed the need for financial means, especially during the fishing ban that is scheduled for 3 days every month. The College of Agriculture and Forestry initialized profiling for 25 households as a preliminary intervention for future activities like the distribution of seeds for their family’s needs during the temporary fishing hiatus. Additionally, 180 leaflets regarding urban gardening and African Swine Fever (ASF) were distributed to add awareness for families with backyard piggeries.
On the same day, Barra Elementary School welcomed Misamis University with immense gratitude and appreciation. An opening program was led by the College of Arts and Sciences and Graduate School Master of Arts in Education. Barra students showed their excitement to participate in the activities. A total of 161 sets of school supplies for Grades 1-6 were donated by the College of Education and Graduate School— Master of Arts and Education and Master in Business Administration. The College of Business and Management also shared their Arroz Caldo with the students.
The College of Education facilitated 4 major sessions for Grades 1-3. Students were grouped according to their needs and interests in reading (phonemic awareness, phonics, and syllabication), mathematical operations, and arts.
The College of Arts and Sciences, BA English and BA Political Science Programs, took the opportunity to teach 5th graders basic English Language concepts like parts of speech, specifically adjectives.
The Grade 6 students were given a lecture on Cybercrime and Online Security by the College of Criminology. This was to ensure the safety of minors, especially in using social media sites (e.g. Facebook and TikTok) which children affirmed to be fond of using.
School administrators and teachers received the technological assistance offered by the College of Computer Studies. Issues checked and solved included maintenance, laptop hinge repair, reformatting, and software installation.
The Library Department and Bachelor of Library Information Science Program turned over 67 journals and 110 books for their reading clinic, which will serve 178 students and 9 school administrators and teachers.
The school administrators were open to a future collaboration with MU. The activity’s success is possible through the support of the University President, Dr. Karen Belina F. De Leon, school administrators, faculty, staff, and students. MUCEP is honored and thankful to collaborate with Barangay Barra, Tudela through Barangay Captain Hon. Jimson G. Faunillan, and Mr. Arben P. Añabeza, Barra Elementary School Principal.
The 2024 Joint Extension Community Outreach is in celebration of Misamis University’s 95 years of excellence and service to the community by upholding its values on education, research, and extension. The success of this joint community extension is part of the school’s history as we move forward to 100 years and beyond.
Photos from MUCEP, College of Agriculture and Forestry, College of Dentistry, and College of Education
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