FEATI University

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FEATI University

Established: 1946
Type: private, non-sectarian
President: Dr. Adolfo Jesus R. Gopez
Location: Santa Cruz, Manila
Colors: Blue and Yellow
Nickname: Seahawks
Website: www.featiu.edu.ph

FEATI University (Far Eastern Air Transport Incorporated) is a private non-sectarian co-educational higher education institution with a Catholic orientation established in 1946 in Santa Cruz, Manila, Philippines. FEATI was formerly known as the Far Eastern Aeronautics School.

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[edit] 5 G's

The University has five important programs that were designed to help student be successful. The 5 G's were created to help ensure the welfare of the student while still studying in the university up to providing an avenue to finding the appropriate job.

  • Guidance. The student is entitled to one-on-one academic advising.
  • Global English Training (GEPP - Global English Proficiency Program)
  • GradsPrep. The Job Placement Office [1] conducts seminars and workshops to train students handle job interviews.
  • Global Job Training. Students will have the chance to go to Singapore for their On-the-Job Training.
  • Grants. A student will be granted academic rebates upon meeting certain standards. A minimum grade point average of 1.75 entitles the student of a 25% off on tuition fee on the succeeding semester. A Dean's List will entitle the student to a 25% discount and amount deductible on miscellaneous and laboratory fees.

[edit] About FEATI

FEATI Bridgepoint
FEATI Bridgepoint

Dr. Salvador Araneta with his wife Dr. Victoria Lopez de Araneta founded the Far Eastern Air Transport Incorporated (FEATI), the first airline in the Philippines flying the Iloilo-Manila-Hongkong route. [2] The couple’s shared vision to take people to life-changing destinations paved way for a more critical approach in aeronautics, technology, and the sciences. [2]

The couple decided to close the airline company, but kept its name when they founded the FEATI Institute of Technology on March 6, 1946 as a school particularly focused on engineering and technology. [2] Thirteen years later, the school earned university status as granted by the Department of Education with Dr. Victoria Lopez de Araneta as the first president of FEATI University.[2]

It currently occupies a 5-hectare campus. FEATI University has successfully produced outstanding alumni who have served in the government, military, diplomatic corps and private sector in the field of engineering, science, technology and commerce.

Today, FEATI University is a non-sectarian co-educational institution with a Catholic orientation. It continues to adhere on the very vision Dr. Salvador and Dr. Victoria Araneta believed in. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs.

[edit] Academics

The University's Graduate School offers post-graduate degrees that includes Master of Arts major in College Teaching, Master of Arts major in Educational Administration and Supervision and Master of Science in Management Engineering.

There are six colleges that has varied course offerings like engineering, maritime education, architecture, fine arts, business and arts and sciences. The school also offers short-term or ladderized courses such as Diploma in Electrical Technology, Certificate in Electronics Computer Technician, Associate in Computer Technology, Certificate in Computer Technology, Computer Secretarial and Fitter Machinist (Basic Machine Shop Course). Two other short-term courses, Welding Technology and Refrigeration and Airconditioning Technology, will soon be open.

  • The College of Architecture offers a five-year undergraduate course leading to Bachelor of Science in Architecture. The architecture curriculum has been designed with a complete coverage of all the necessary theory, design and architectural practice courses such as design, theory and history of architecture, together with construction, planning and professional practice. Courses in basic engineering utilities and structural design are likewise offered to the student.
  • The School of Fine Arts curriculum is designed to give the students an ample training in the field of visual and graphic arts. Basic courses in design, history and drawing are offered to the student, as well as other art related courses such as advertising, cinematography, photography, package design and business practice.
  • The College of Arts, Sciences and Education offers courses in Liberal Arts, Bachelor of Secondary Education and Bachelor of Science in Industrial Education. These include: Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications, Bachelor of Arts major in English or Filipino, Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education major in English or Filipino and Bachelor of Science in Industrial Education major in Computers or Electronics.
  • The College of Business prepares the student to become business entrepreneurs, executive, managers, economist and financiers. Graduates can become competent businessmen and entrepreneurs adept in decision-making, management and communications. Courses offered include: Bachelor of Science major in Business Administration major in Banking and Finance, Economics, or Management, and Bachelor of Science in Tourism.
  • The College of Engineering has six undergraduate programs namely Aeronautical, Aircraft Maintenance Technology,Civil, Computer Science, Electrical, Electronics and Communications, Geodetic, Industrial, Information Technology, and Mechanical. Chemical Engineering course in this university has been abolished (FEATInian)
  • The College of Maritime Education boasts of three courses (Bachelor of Science in Maritime Engineering, Marine Transportation, or Customs Administration) that are in demand worldwide. It has also established stronger ties with various Manning and Shipping companies in order to provide the necessary assistance on its students’ one-year shipboard training and graduates’ job placements.

[edit] Student Support

Consultation with the Customer Service Associates
Consultation with the Customer Service Associates

Customer Care Center (CCC) The Customer Care Center prioritizes giving assistance, building relationships with in and outside of the university, and attending inquiries through person-to-person, phone, letter and text. During the enrollment period, the CCC cooperates with the Admission’s Office by assisting the applicant in the enrollment process and giving a campus tour. It also conducts career orientation, caravan tour which includes Big City Sports activity, Barangay Fiesta and Call and Text Campaign, booth set up for events and handles mass mailings for prospective students.

Job Placement Office (JPO) The Job Placement Office is committed in assisting students and graduates of FEATI in their search for the most meaningful opportunities in their field of study. JPO support students to develop and fulfill their career employment goals by providing career programs, workshops and information necessary for making career decisions in meeting the demands of the corporate world with regular notices of job openings and internship programs from different possible employers posted in the JPO Bulletin Board via website www.featiu.edu.ph. These openings are in variety of fields requiring different skill levels.

Office of Research, Development and Extension Services (ORDE) ORDE works with the faculty in identifying projects to be conducted by the students under their supervision. This will hone the students’ ability to think critically as they prepare project proposals, identify funding resources and possible collaborators. ORDE maintains its goal in promoting and sustaining research and development and providing opportunities for continuing education and training of the university’s faculty and students.

[edit] Student Organizations

The University adheres to student rights and privileges. The different school organizations help the students not only practice their rights but also enjoy life at the university as well.

  • Alpha Kappa Rho Service Fraternity and Sorority (AKRHO)
  • Alliance of Business Administration and Computer Secretarial Students (ABACOSS)
  • Aviation Society for Research and Development (ASRAD)
  • Campus Ministry
  • Campus Talents
  • Chemical Engineering Students Association (CheSA)
  • Concerned Electronics and Communications Engineering Students (CECES)
  • Educator's Society (ES)
  • Electronics and Communications Engineering Society (ECES)
  • FEATI Art Group (FAG)
  • FEATI Brass Band
  • FEATI Choir
  • FEATI University Mathematics Association (FUMA)
  • FEATI University Mountaineering Club (formerly Panday Outdoors)
  • FEATI University Supreme Student Council
  • Global English Proficiency Program Society (GEPPSOC)
  • Information Technology Students' Organization
  • Junior Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers
  • Kamaradare
  • Loved Flock Ministry - FEATI Chapter
  • Peer Counselor Facilitators Group (PCFG)
  • Phi Iota Tau Honor Society
  • Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers - FEATI Chapter (PIChe - FEATI)
  • Philppine Institute of Civil Engineers - FEATI Chapter (PICE - FEATI)
  • Philippine Institute of Industrial Engineers - FEATI Chapter (PIIE - FEATI)
  • Pirates
  • Student Association of Geodetic Engineering (SAGE)
  • The FEATINIAN
  • United Architect of the Philippines Auxiliary (UAPSA)
  • Society of Electrical Engineer/Electrical technology Students(SEETS)

[edit] Athletics

Seahawks vs Ateneo Blue Eagles in the '07 Nike Summer League
Seahawks vs Ateneo Blue Eagles in the '07 Nike Summer League

The Athletics Department is not just an avenue for improving the student’s physical well-being but an outlet for recreation. The University supports a healthy lifestyle for both students and non-students. Moreover, students enrolled in this program can enjoy academic scholarships plus the role of representing the university in all of its Athletic activities. * All Varsity Players are pre-screened and must attain a specific academic quota to retain their scholarship.

In the '07 Nike Summer League, the Seahawks Men's Basketball team succeeded in making it into the quarter finals. After facing the much-experienced De La Salle University- Manila on June 4, 2007, the Seahawks humbly bowed to the Archers. However, their stint at the Nike Summer League helped them prepare as they make their mark on future leagues that they are planning to join.

[edit] Partnerships, Membership, and Alliances

[edit] Alumni

Notable alumni of FEATI University include:

  • Rodolfo Biazon, Senator
  • Ibarra dela Rosa, National Artist in Painting
  • Dr. Ceferino Follosco, Chief Executive Officer, Ford Philippines; former DOST Secretary
  • Ireneo Bughao, Marine Engineer, Recognized by Ripley’s Believe it or Not for being able to calculate a specific day of the week of any day in the past or the future

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