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Ilonggo Perceptions on the Extent of Patronage Practices and their Attitudes toward Intra-Familial Succession in Iloilo

By Ernesto S. Saquibal, Jr. and Ma. Lindy B. Saquibal ABSTRACT   The study examined politics in Iloilo by looking into Ilonggo voters’ perceptions of patronage practices of local politicians, and how these conditions influence their attitude towards dynastic politics or intra-familial succession in the local level. A total of 384 respondents were surveyed through … Read more

A Study of the Housing Condition and Needs of the Faculty and Staff of Central Philippine University

By Ernesto S. Saquibal, Jr. and Ma. Lindy B. Saquibal EXECUTIVE SUMMARY   This study was conducted to determine the housing conditions and needs of the faculty and staff of Central Philippine University. Specifically, the study aimed to describe the housing facilities, conditions and needs of CPU employees, to identify housing-related problems and difficulties experienced … Read more

Construction and Testing of an Improvised Leaf Electroscope

By Rex S. Rubidy ABSTRACT   This study aimed to construct and test the improvised leaf electroscope (ILE) for Physics Laboratory experiments. It was only limited on the construction and testing of ILE. The finished products replaced the existing electroscope and provide hands – on learning experience to the students. The Improvised Leaf Electroscope was … Read more

Extent of Media exposure of First Year College Students of Central Philippine University

By Esther Rose A. Romarate and Herly Fie U. Cervera ABSTRACT   The study assessed the extent of media exposure of first year college students of Central Philippine University and analyzed the subject of media they are exposed to in terms of content and values. It made use of the descriptive survey research design. A … Read more

Political Involvement among the Youth in Barangays with Low Number of Qualified Voters during the 2007 Sangguniang Kabata-an Election: Issues and Concerns

By Irving Domingo L. Rio ABSTRACT   The purpose of the study was to describe the extent of political involvement of the youth during the 2007 Sanguniang Kabata-an (S.K) election and determine the factors that deter or promote political involvement and formulate possible course of actions that would address current related issues and concerns. Nearly … Read more

Factors Affecting the Level of Knowledge on RA 5487 among Licensed Security Guards in Iloilo City: Re-Examining the Legislative Framework

By Irving Domingo L. Rio ABSTRACT   This study was conducted to determine the level of knowledge among licensed security guards assigned at major commercial guards in Iloilo City. Specifically, the study aimed to describe the security guards in terms of age, sex, educational attainment, monthly income, and civil status; describe their work characteristics in … Read more

A Phenomenological Study of the Lived Experiences of Clan War Survivors in Central Panay

By Irving Domingo L. Rio, Renia F. Dela Pea, Bernadine T. Baliguat, Kareen Jay L. Diesto, and Ma. Corazon G. Nievales ABSTRACT   In remote villages in Central Panay (Philippines), the presence of government institutions is not yet institutionalized and some traditional practices are still dominant in their way of life. Vengeance is still viewed … Read more

Lived Experiences of Public School Teachers Teaching Qualitative Research without Training

By Irving Domingo L. Rio, Renia F. De La Peña, Gynnyn G. Gumban, Eric C. Otayde, and Alfonso B. Catolin ABSTRACT   K-12 is an educational system under the Department of Education that aims to enhance learners’ basic skills, produce more competent citizens, and prepare graduates for lifelong learning and employment. The K-12 Program covers … Read more

Why are Academic Librarians Reluctant to do Research? A Phenomenological Study

By Irving Domingo L. Rio and Allana S. Delgado ABSTRACT   This study explores the experience of academic librarians in private universities in Iloilo City who have not conducted internally-funded research. While research is mandated for academic librarians with faculty status, most academic librarians are not active in research. Interviews were conducted online with 7 … Read more

Status of Service Learning (S-L) Programs at Central Philippine University

By Lynn J. Pareja ABSTRACT   The main objective of this study was to find out the status of academic subjects with service-learning (S-L) components in the curricular offerings of the different colleges of Central Philippine University during the academic year of 2004-2005. A checklist was provided to identify the general characteristics, service-activities extended and … Read more