Adamson University

Adamson University
Pamantasang Adamson
Motto Thee Thy Will;
Education with a Heart;
Veritas in Caritate
("Truth in Charity")
Established 30 June 1932
Type Private, Roman Catholic, Vincentian
President Rev. Fr.Gregorio Bañaga, Jr ,CM
Students approx. 16,000
Location Manila, Philippines
Campus Urban 4.7 hectares
Hymn Adamson Hymn
Colors Navy Blue and White         
Nickname falcons, baby falcons
Mascot (Adam, Sonny, and Sonia)
Affiliations ASAIHL, ACUP, CEAP, COCOPEA, FAAP, IAU, IFCU, PAASCU, PACU, PACUCOA, SMIIC, UAAP
Website www.adamson.edu.ph

Adamson University is a private university Catholic university in Manila, Philippines, founded on June 30, 1932 by Greek immigrant George Lucas Adamson as the Adamson School of Industrial Chemistry.[1] On February 5, 1941, the school was granted university status by the Department of Education,[1] and 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.

Adamson University has programs in Graduate Education, Law, the Liberal Arts, Sciences, Engineering, Nursing, Pharmacy, Architecture, Business Administration, Education, as well as secondary, elementary, and preparatory education. Adamson has eight distinguished courses for Center of Development and Center of Excellence identified by the Philippines Commission on Higher Education[2] and has been granted Autonomous Status.[3] It is a member of the University Athletic Association of the Philippines

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History

George Lucas Adamson, a Greek chemist from Athens, founded the Adamson School of Industrial Chemistry on June 20, 1932 to train young men and women in practical industrial chemistry. It started as a one-classroom school that evolved into the Adamson School of Industrial Chemistry and Engineering on February 19, 1936. Its application for university status was approved by the Secretary of Public Instruction on February 5, 1941 and thereafter it has been known as Adamson University.

Shortly after the opening, George Adamson invited his cousin Alexander Athos Adamson to work in the school. Alexander Adamson joined the administration on July 15, 1932, serving at various times as Vice-President, Treasurer and Registrar. In 1934, Alexander's brother, George Athos Adamson, came to work in the school, becoming Dean of the College of Engineering of the university.

Evdoxia Savaides Adamson, wife of Fabio Lucas Adamson, 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 Adamson's wife, taught in the College of Education after arriving in 1939 and briefly served as Directress of the Junior Normal College.

With the exception of George Athos and Sofia, who left after the Second World War, all the members of the Adamson family 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 Street in 1946 after the war, the school stayed in three different locations: 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.

Presidents of

Adamson University
George Lucas Adamson
1932 - 1967;
Fr. Leandro I. Montañana, C.M.
1967 - 1985;
Fr. Rolando S. Dela Goza, C.M.
1985 - 1994;
Fr. Jimmy Belita, C.M.
1994 - 2003;
Fr. Gregorio L. Bañaga, Jr., C.M.
2003 - present

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.

Although Adamson University was founded as a secular school, when the Vincentian Fathers took over, they introduced religious programs to place it in line with the ideals of Catholic education. A theology department was opened and campus ministry was strengthened, Masses were held daily, religious icons and celebrations were introduced on the University campus.[4]

Prime minister Leandro I. Montañana, C.M., a Spanish Vincentian, was the second President, but the first under the Vincentian (C.M.) administration. He served in that capacity until 1985 when Fr. Rolando S. Dela Goza, C.M., the first Filipino President, took the office and held it until 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.

While remaining best known for its Chemistry and Engineering programs, Adamson University gradually added Architecture, Sciences, Pharmacy, Business, Education, Liberal Arts, Law, Graduate, Basic Education, and Theology courses. In the 1990s, it registered its highest enrollment figure ever: 21,994 students.

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.

Campus

Adamson University is located in San Marcelino Street, Ermita in Manila. The Technological University of the Philippines, Santa Isabel College, Emilio Aguinaldo College, and Philippine Normal University are its nearest neighbors. Adamson University has seven buildings occupying 4.7 hectares of land:

Buildings and Landmarks

Adamson University Gymnasium is the place where training center for athletic sport team Adamson Falcons for any extramural events especially in University Athletic Association of the Philippines and other athletic sport events inside the country.
Adamson University Student Center
Adamson University Theater all the University's cultural activities are happening here. Houses the Art Gallery and the Integrated Community Extension Service (ICES)
Plaza de San Vicente houses the Falcon Radio Station and the Gallery Cafe
Saint Vincent Hall
Falcon Bridge is a part of the Adamson University which it connects Cardinal Santos Building (CS), Saint Therese Building (ST), Fr. Leandro Montañana Building (LM) and Ozanam Building (OZ).

President and Vice Presidents

Academic Programs

Graduate School

Specialization in:
• Supervision and School Administration • Computer-Aided Instruction • Guidance and Counseling • Psychology
Majors in:
• Biblical Studies • Liturgical Studies • Moral Studies • Systematic Studies • Vincentian Studies

College of Law

College of Architecture

College of Business Administration

Majors in:
• Financial Management • Business Economics • Marketing Management • Operations Management

College of Education and Liberal Arts

Majors in:
• Pre-School Education • Special Education (SPED)
Majors in:
• English • Social Studies • Mathematics • Filipino • MAPEH
Majors in:
• Economics • Philosophy • Political Science
Major in:
• Sports and Wellness Management

College of Engineering

College of Nursing

College of Pharmacy

College of Science

National Service Training Program

Basic Education

Accreditations and Affiliations

Adamson University is an accredited member of various national and international educational organizations:

Grading System

Performance-Based Evaluation

A “Fail” policy is strictly observed, except on output-based subjects (e.g. thesis or its equivalent, and internship), where “No grade” is given. A student would only earn credits for the subject if he passed both the lecture and laboratory components. The student is required to re-enroll both the lecture and laboratory if he/she failed either of the components. Due to inherent differences in the course requirements of different subjects in the various programs, the parameters used for the evaluation of students' performance and its corresponding weight are based on the course objectives as stipulated in the syllabus. The course requirements and its corresponding weight distribution are consensuses among the faculty handling the same subject or should be decided upon by an individual faculty who is the only one handling the subject. In either case the course requirements and its corresponding weight distribution is verified and confirmed by the dean/chair. Grades in the examinations, quizzes, and other requirements are computed as the percentage of raw scores and shall not be transmuted. The passing grade is 70%. The course requirements, its breakdown, and the computation of grade are provided for to the students by their respective professors at the start of the semester. See Academic grading in the Philippines for the Grade Point Scale

Student life

An Adamsonian education is a twofold package: an enriching of the mind and a molding of a character that embraces the Vincentian spirit of compassion for the socially disadvantaged. Students get the best of both worlds, bringing with them the same dual grooming as they take on careers. As part of the workforce, Adamsonians have made important contributions that impact on society as a whole.

The Office for Student Affairs (OSA) assumes the responsibility for managing the growth and development of students. The OSA works with the Vice-President for Student Affairs (VPSA) in the implementation of policies promoting students' welfare.

There are also international students who are currently enrolled at Adamson. These students are from South Korea, China, Taiwan, Thailand and other Southeast Asian countries, as well as from Bangladesh, Iran and some African countries.

Student Government

The Adamson University Student Government (AUSG) was established on October 11. 1981 after a three stage election that started the basic political unit in the university.

On March 18 and 19, 1983, the Constitution, drafted by the student parliament convened as a constituent body, was unanimously ratified in a University-wide plebiscite. Intended to serve as a laboratory for student leadership, the AUSG features a modified presidential system with parliamentary powers operating on the principle of diffusion of powers. It consists of three branches, namely: the Executive Council, the Student Parliament, and the Judiciary.

Among other things, student government intends to unite the whole studentry towards the realization of the University's Vision and Mission of education, promote and protect students' rights and welfare, foster closer Christian britherhood among the students and other sectors of society, and instill national consciousness for the advancement of the Filipino people.

Student organizations

The Recognized Student Organizations (RSO) recognizes the existence of several student organizations. They include societies in many subject disciplines and areas of professional education, as well as religious organizations and leisure interest societies.

The following is the official list of the Recognized Student Organizations:

Academic

Adamson University Computer Engineering Society (ACOES)

Adamson Computer Science Students Society (ACOMSS)

Adamson University Junior Marketing Association (ADJMA)

Adamson University-Association of Civil Engineering Students (ADU-ACES)

Adamson University Chemical Engineering Student Society (ADUCHESS)

Association of Hospitality Management Students (AHMS)

Adamson Nursing Students Association (ANSA)

Adamson University Biology Society (AUBS)

Adamson University Chemical Society (AUCS)

Adamson University Electronics and Communications Engineering Students Society (AUECESS)

Adamson University Electrical Engineering Student Society (AUEESS)

Adamson University Mass Communication Society (AUMACOMMS)

Adamson University Mining, Geology, and Ceramics Engineering Society (AUMGCS)

Adamson University Mathematics Society (AUMS)

Adamson University Psychological Society (AUPS)

Adamson University Society of Economic Students (AUSES)

Adamson University Young Educators Association (AUYEA)

Federation of Junior Chapter of Philippine Pharmaceutical Association - Rho (FJCPPHA-RHO)

Information Technology and Management Society (IT & M SOCIETY)

Junior Financial Executives (JFINEX)

Junior Management Association (JMA)

Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants (JPIA)

Philippine Institute of Industrial Engineering - Operations Research Society of the Philippines (PIIE-ORSP)

Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineering - AdU Student Unit (PSME-AdUSU)

Political Science Students Block of Adamson University (PSSBAU)

Society of Architecture Students - AdU (SAS-ADU)

Unified Customs Administration Society (UCAS)

Co-Academic

Bunka Koryu Kai (BKK)

Computer Science Web Team (CS-Web Team)

Physics Society of Adamson University (PSAU)

Socio-Civic

Aquing Bicol (AB)

Adamson University Fashionista Society (ADUFS)

Adamson University Mountaineering Society (ADUMS)

HIMIG - Musicians Of Adamson University (HIMIG)

Junior Philippine Computer Society Adamson University (JPCS-ADU)

Mountaineers and Explorations Society of Adamson University (MESAU)

Tinik ng Teatro (TNT)

Tanghalang San Vicente de Paul (TSVP)

Rho-Omicron Society - Remain Onward (RHO-OMICRON)

Volunteers' Organization (VOLUNTEERS')

Religious

Christus Vincit (CV)

Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SSVP)

Youth for Christ (YFC)

OSA-Arms

Adamson University Foreign Students Association (ADUFA)

Adamson University Society of External Auditor (AUSEA)

AdU ChE Falcons Toastmasters Club (TOASTMASTERS)

Publications

There are three main publications at Adamson University.

Integrated Community Extension Service

Students are encouraged to participate in social action and in the community extension services of the University. They are invited to get involved actively in sharing their time, talents and treasures implementing community organization and development programs, activities and services for the marginalized. These programs are under the office of Integrated Community Extension Services (ICES) in coordination with the academic and co-academic offices.

AIESEC

Present in over 110 countries and territories and with over 60,000 members, AIESEC is the world's largest student-run organisation. Focused on providing a platform for youth leadership development, AIESEC offers young people the opportunity to be global citizens, to change the world, and to get experience and skills that matter today. AIESEC Adamson is a new member of AIESEC Philippines. AIESEC Adamson offers Internships abroad and a global learning environment to all Adamsonians.

Notable alumni

Main article: List of Adamson University alumni

Politics and governance

Sports

Media and entertainment

Arts, religion, and culture

References

  1. ^ a b "Greeks in the Philippines". www.hri.org. http://www.hri.org/forum/life/adamson.html. Retrieved 2009-01-02. 
  2. ^ "Statistics". http://www.ched.gov.ph/statistics/coecods.html. 
  3. ^ "Adamson University Deregulated Status". http://www.adamson.edu.ph/news/2010/06/news02.shtml. 
  4. ^ "About". adamson.edu.ph. http://www.adamson.edu.ph/about/main.shtm. 

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