sillliman history

1. I. Dumaguete City
Silliman University is a university by the sea. It is strategically situated in Dumaguete City, the
capital of Negros Oriental. It is also known as “The City of Gentle People''. The name
“Dumaguete'' was coined from the Visayan word “dagit” which means, “to hold captive”. The
word “dumaguet”, meaning “to swoop”, was coined because of frequent raids by Moro pirates
on this coastal community and its power to attract and keep visitors, both local and foreign. In
1572, Diego López Povedano indicated the place as Dananguet, but cartographer Pedro Murillo
Velarde in 1734 already used the present name of Dumaguete for the settlement.
Dumaguete City is a third-class city with a total land area of 3,362 hectares. It is renowned as
one of the best “university towns” in the country with four universities: Silliman University,
Saint Paul University, Negros Oriental State University, and Foundation University. The city’s
ambiance and the tranquil, moderate way of life of its residents make it conducive to learning
and intellectual pursuits. The city has become a melting pot of students, professionals, artists,
and scholars coming from different parts of the country and the world.
II. Silliman University
History
Silliman University is one of the oldest Christ-centered institutions of higher learning in the
Philippines. Dr. David Sutherland Hibbard and his wife Mrs. Laura Crooks-Hibbard founded it
on August 28, 1901. It started as Silliman Institute, which was a school of 15 boys in a rented
house by the sea. The institution owes its existence to a businessman and Christian philanthropist
from Cohoes, New York – Dr. Horace Brinsmade Silliman, after whom the school is named. Dr.
Silliman offered the sum of $10,000 to the Board of Foreign Missions of the Presbyterian Church
to start an industrial school for Filipino boys. Ironically, Dr. Silliman never set foot in the
Philippines.
Silliman University (as of July 2019) has approximately 10,000 students, 7,000 of which are
tertiary level students and 4,000 are students in the School of Basic Education. There are 104
undergraduate, 62 graduate degree programs, and 14 post graduate programs offered by Silliman
University.
In 1910, Silliman Institute was awarded government recognition and the right to grant a degree.
In the same year it was incorporated under the laws of the Philippines. Enrollment in the
university grew gradually to include students from Asian countries. The year 1912 marked the
admission into the university of the first female student, Pura Blanco. The school was granted
university status in 1938, making it the first Philippine university established outside Manila.

2. The paramount and central goal of the university is: Christian education of the highest quality.
Campus life revolves around the motto: VIA, VERITAS, VITA (THE WAY, THE TRUTH,
AND THE LIFE, John 14:6). It is the mission of Silliman University to educate the whole
person within the context of a Christian environment. Students are also expected to put their
education to work in service of others – a distinction that sets Silliman apart from other
institutions of higher learning.
III. Presidents
Presidents. From 1901-1953, three American Presidents administered Silliman University.
Dr. David S. Hibbard was the founder and the first President, followed by Dr. Roy H. Brown and
then by Dr. Arthur L. Carson. In line with Carlos P. Garcia’s “Filipino First” policy (giving top
leadership in institutions to Filipinos), Dr. Leopoldo Ruiz was elected as the first Filipino
president. The university is now being led by the first woman president, Dr. Betty Cernol
McCann.
Three American presidents and eight Filipino presidents have previously served as elected
Silliman presidents: Dr. David Hibbard (1901-1930), Dr. Roy Brown (1932-1936), Dr. Arthur
Carson (1939-1953); Dr. Leopoldo Ruiz (1953-1961); Dr. Cicero Calderon (1962-1971); Dr.
Quintin Doromal (1973-1982); Justice Venacio Aldecoa (1983-1986); Dr. Pedro Flores
(1987-1989); Dr. Angel Alcala (1991-1992); Dr. Mervyn Misajon (1994-1996); Dr. Agustin
Pulido (1996-2006); and Dr. Ben S. Malayang III (2006-2018).
The policy-making and governing body of Silliman University is the Board of Trustees, whose
constituency is equally represented by 15 members coming from the United Church of Christ in
the Philippines (UCCP), the alumni and the general community at large. There are 10 members
of the Board of Trustees, excluding the chairperson, secretary, and the ex-officio member, the
University President. The current chairperson for the BOT is Mr. Ricardo A. Balbido, Jr.
Silliman University is one of the few private higher education institutions in the country granted
full autonomy by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) for having established Centers
of Excellence & Development. Its graduates have had outstanding performance in the
Professional Regulations Commission (PRC) licensure examinations.
CHED has also designated Silliman as a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education, Teacher
Education, and Information Technology and a Center of Development in Biology, Marine
Science and Medical Technology.

3. IV. Campus
The main campus is situated at the heart of the city. The 62-hectare campus offers patches of
greens and is dotted with approximately 307 acacia trees. By the end of Hibbard avenue, one
discovers the College of Agriculture, Scheide Farm, Cocofed Dormitory, Silliman University
Training Center and the Institute of Environmental and Marine Sciences (IEMS).
V. Landmarks
Silliman Hall
Silliman Hall is the first and oldest building in the campus. It was built in 1903 and is now
treasured as a historical landmark in Dumaguete City. It stood the test of time with its four-storey
structure whose walls were made of local coral blocks and solid iron posts. The metal sheets
used as ceiling were taken from a theater in New York City. Imported timber from the United
States West Coast made the rest of the upper floors. It was inaugurated on November 30, 1903
when the number of students reached 191.
Silliman Hall has a colorful history that is part of the rich heritage of Silliman University. As Dr.
Hibbard described in his book entitled, The First Quarter, “It is a fact that classrooms, intern
dormitory, dining rooms, study room, chapel, church and teacher’s living quarters were all found
within that one building.”
The Department of Fine Arts of the College of Performing and Visual Arts currently occupies the
upper floors of Silliman Hall.
Administration Building
The administration building that is properly known as the Leopoldo Ruiz Hall is a four-storey
building that houses the different administrative offices. On the first floor are the Division of
Business and Finance, Office of the Vice President for Finance and Administration, University
Treasurer’s Office, Accounting Department, University Cashier, and Student’s Account Section.
On the second floor are the Office of the President and the Office of the Vice President for
Academic Affairs. On the third floor, the Development division which consists of the Office of
the Vice-President for Development, Institutional Advancement Office, Office of Publication and
Information, Office of United Board Liaison Officer to Silliman University and the office of
Human Resources Development is also located on the third floor.

4. Guy Hall
Guy Hall was built in March 1918 as a boys’ dormitory through the generous donation of
William Guy from St. Louis, Missouri. It was dedicated and named after his wife Kathryn
Lemoine-Guy. The Japanese Imperial Army occupied this edifice during World War II as an
enemy garrison. The building now houses the Office of Information and Publication Publishing
Unit and the office of Internal Audit on the first floor.
Engineering Complex
The Engineering Complex consists of three buildings – the Uytengsu Hall (UH), the Charles
Bachelor Building (CBB), and the Dr. Cicero Calderon Hall (EB).
UH was a donation from the Tirso Uytengsu family or the Uytengsu Foundation, Inc. in memory
of Wentworth Uytengsu, a first-year pre-Law student at the time WWII broke out. The CBB was
built in 1979 through a loan grant from the Educational Development Project Implementing Task
Force (EDPITAF) and the Asian Development Bank. The building was christened after the name
of its benefactor – Charles Bachelor of the Charles Bachelor Endowment Fund.
Computer Center
Located along Hibbard Avenue, the multi-million-computer center donation exemplifies the
Uytengsu family’s never-ending love for S.U. It was built and dedicated on June 21, 1994.
To guarantee that effective degrees are offered with appropriate subjects and competent methods,
the College had the BSIT degree accredited in May 2004 by the Philippine Accrediting
Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities (PAASCU).
Science Complex
The original two-storey building facing the West Quadrangle was built in 1916 through the
generous gift of the members of the Presbyterian Women’s Board of Foreign Missions. The
Education building was erected in 1951, which was later renamed Heflin Hall in honor of Dr.
Clyde Heflin, a pioneer educator in the Philippines, and first Dean of the Education Department.
Inaugurated in 1973, the Science Complex is now home to the Departments of Biology,
Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics, the Rodolfo Gonzales Museum of Natural History
(Biology Museum) and an observatory on the roof deck.
Oriental Hall
On March 1, 1920, Miss Pura Blanco laid the OH’s cornerstone. She was the first woman
graduate of Silliman Institute in 1914. The building opened in June 1920 as a dormitory for
girls. From 1972-2003, the three-storey structure was converted into classrooms and offices for

5. the College of Business Administration. In 2010, it was converted into a student center and
inaugurated as Silliman University Alumni Council of North America (SUACONA) Hall.
Located in the Oriental Hall are the Offices of the Dean of Student Services, Student
Organizations and Activities Division, Office of Student Services, Scholarships Aid Division,
Student Housing and Residence Division, Guidance, Guidance and Testing Center, S.U. Student
Government, The Weekly Silliman, Portal, International Student Services, and the Campus
Chaplaincy Center.
Silliman Church
The Silliman University Church has stood firmly and surely at the heart of the university since its
construction was finished. Its cornerstone, with the scripted words, “The foundation of God
standeth sure,” was laid on Founder’s Day 1941. It was hoped for the construction to be finished
in time for the commencement in 1942. However, less than 4 months after the laying of the
church’s foundation, the war in Europe was brought to the Pacific after the Japanese sneak attack
on Pearl Harbor. In less than 24 hours, the enemy planes began to bomb the Philippines. The war
caught the church building unfinished with only the walls and roof in place. The end of the war
saw the beginning of a new life for the Church. The new building miraculously survived the war
and was finally completed in December 1949. The first service was held on the eve of the New
Year.
In the 1960’s, the church played a vital role in establishing new relations with the Catholics.
Through the efforts of Dr. Paul T. Lauby, President Cicero Calderon, and other members of the
Silliman Community, the first ecumenical service/rally in the Philippines was held fostering a
warmer Protestant-Catholic relation.
Its stained-glass windows at the chancels portray “Jesus the Teacher,” "The Prodigal Son," and
"The Parable of the Good Samaritan." These are donations from Dr. and Mrs. Pedro Ilagan. The
central location of the church symbolizes Silliman’s Christian orientation.
Hibbard Hall
The more than half-century building stands as a memorial in honor of Silliman’s founders: Dr.
David Hibbard and his wife. The construction started in January 1932 but due to the world
depression and shortage of funds, only the central portion of the ground floor was finished. Work
on the second storey began in December 1940 but it was only in 1942 when the building was
finally dedicated.
The building used to be the Administration Building, the University Library, and was once home
to the CBA as well. From 1989 to 2010, it was used as a student center. It currently houses the
offices of the University Registrar and Admissions, and Student Records.

6. The Silliman University Ethno-Anthro Museum occupies the entire second floor of Hibbard
Hall. This is where exhibits of artifacts and archaeological finds dating some 2,000 years back
like prehistoric limestone burial jars, clay artifacts, among others could be found. It also
showcases an ethnographic collection from the country’s tribal minorities.
Katipunan Hall
Katipunan Hall was originally constructed as a Mission Hospital administered by the missionary
Langheim couple. It was formally opened on February 26, 1916. During WWII, the invading
Japanese used it as a garrison. After the new Medical Center was built, this old hospital was
converted into classrooms and offices of the various departments of the College of Arts and
Sciences.
Today, under its roof are the College of Education, and Guidance and Counseling; Departments
of Sociology and Anthropology, Languages, English and Literature, History and Political
Science, Philosophy, School of Public Affairs and Governance, Silliman University Government
Affairs, School of Agro-Industrial Technical Education, Silliman Extension Program and the
Southeast Asian Studies Program.
Business Administration Building
This P36-million 3-storey edifice is the official headquarters of the College of Business
Administration as of July 2003, after 30 years of utilizing the Oriental Hall. It provides a
spacious entrance with a fiber-glass ceiling and manifests uniformity with its neighbor, the Arts
and Sciences Building. It is considered as one of the most expensive and most modern buildings
on campus.
The College of Business Administration has been granted the highest level of accreditation
status, Level IV accreditation.
Nursing Complex
This U-shaped building houses the Office of the Dean of the College of Nursing, Roble
Multi-Purpose Hall, Mini Central Supply Rooms, Nursing Arts Room I and II, and faculty
offices. Through Dr. Cicero Calderon’s “Build for a Greater Silliman Fund project, the Leroy Y.
Yolton Memorial Library was built in 1968 with P70,000 appropriations. The complex also
includes the Alice Fullerton Hall, Ethel Chapman Hall, Mary Marquis-Smith Hall, Olivia
Villaflores-Yanson Hall and Barry Thompson Learning Resource Center.
Luce Auditorium
Resembling the hull of a big ship, this massive edifice is located at the center of the sprawling
33-hectare main campus, and is Silliman University’s Cultural Center. It is the most beautifully

7. built auditorium outside Manila, designed by architect Augusto Ang Barcelona, and is one of the
best in the country. This 761-seater, fully air-conditioned auditorium was inaugurated on
October 6, 1974 and dedicated in the memory of Claire Isabel McGill-Luce.
The Luce Auditorium Corps of Ushers (LACU) is the exclusive ushering corps of Silliman
University's Claire Isabel McGill Luce Auditorium.
Silliman University Library
The Silliman University Main Library System began its services with only two bookcases and
one small room in Silliman Hall. From this humble beginning, the library collection grew
steadily. Now, the S.U. Library (Robert B. and Metta J. Silliman Library) is one of the best and
most modern buildings in the Philippines.
The construction of the Silliman University Main Library started in 1978. The building of the
library was made possible through the generous gift of $1, 275, 000 from the people of the
United States of America through the Office of America International Development (USAID) in
Washington, D.C., with the sponsorship of the Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia. It
was inaugurated on August 28, 1979. This three-storey building has a stacking capacity of
200,000 volumes. It also has an On-Line Public Access Catalog and Cyber Library available for
students-use.
In 2011, the Silliman University Main Library became the first library outside Luzon to be
awarded Outstanding Library by the Philippine Association of Academic and Research Libraries
(PAARL). It was recognized for its growing collection of over 250,000 volumes and its ongoing
computerization program. For the award, the Silliman University Main Library now joins the
ranks of the libraries of the Asian Development Bank, International Rice Research Institute and
Ateneo de Manila University.
Gymnasium
The S.U. Gym was built using the dismantled parts of an airplane hangar from Guiuan, Samar.
The offices of the Physical Education Director and Athletics Director can be found at the gym.
At its back is the Shaw Memorial Pool used during swimming competitions and for swimming
lessons by all P.E. classes. Flanking the gym are the Jalandoni Pelota Courts, three tennis courts,
Alaska Outdoor Basketball Court and Soccer Field.
Chapel of Evangel
This little chapel located across the High School building made its way onto campus in 1957 to
become home to the Silliman Bible School. The architect of this building is none other than the
famous architect, I.M. Pei. Often called the master of modern architecture, some of Pei’s other

8. works include Le Grand Louvre, Dallas City Hall, Hancock Tower, the Meyerson Symphony
Center, and the Bank of China tower.
Amphitheater
This popular hangout spot may seem insignificant to most but it’s one of the most legendary
spots in Silliman University. It first came onto campus in 1923 when it was donated by that
year’s High School graduating class. Back in the day, it served as a place to hold Shakespearean
plays and the oldest running campus-based pageant in Asia, the Miss Silliman Pageant. It started
out in 1946 with its first Miss Silliman, Patria Obsequio. Throughout the years, it has been a spot
to hold sunrise services, student extracurricular activities, and graduating ceremonies.
Angelo King and Allied Medical Sciences Center
This 10.4 million facility was built through the generous gift from businessman and
philanthropist Angelo King. It houses modern laboratory facilities and equipment for the
Physical Therapy and Medical Technology programs. It was inaugurated on June 19, 1996.
Medical School
Currently, the Silliman School of Medicine, which was offered for the first time last SY
2005-2006, transferred to its new building inaugurated last May 10, 2013. The new two-storey
building boasts of 10 discussion rooms, 5 basic sciences laboratories, 3 lecture rooms, a faculty
room and a function room on the first floor. On the second floor are the Learning Resource Unit,
administrative offices and the student lounge.
With its pioneering batch of 11 students, it has the best combination of both traditional and
innovative curricula. The development of the MD course within the framework of an innovative
curriculum (the “hybrid” Problem-Based Learning Curriculum) was one of the best features
during the January 2005 visit the CHED’s Technical Committee for Medical Education.
Silliman Medical Center Foundation, Inc.
This is one of the most modern hospitals outside Manila and Cebu. It was inaugurated on August
28, 1976 during Silliman’s Diamond Jubilee. The people of the Royal Netherlands, through the
Interchurch Coordination Committee for Development Projects, donated US $ 930,000 to this
project. Other funds came from the United Presbyterian Church in US ($120,000), United Board
for Christian Higher Education in Asia ($40,000) and Silliman University counterpart
($175,000).

9. Arts and Sciences Building (Luz Ausejo Hall)
This four-storey building towers above all other structures in the campus. AH was inaugurated
on August 28, 1998 as part of the University’s “Massive Development Program.” The P27
million building was put up using the University Development Fund. The Dr. Luz Ausejo Hall
is named after one of the longest serving deans of the College of Arts and Sciences.
Channon Hall
This was the dormitory and classroom building for the Silliman Bible School built in 1922. The
Japanese used the building during the war as penitentiaries and torture chambers. During the
liberation, units of American Army also made use of this hall. Today, Channon Hall is a
dormitory for girls.
Emilio T. Yap Hall
This new building, which is now the second floor of the Instructional Media and Technology
Center, hosts three classrooms, two separate studios for radio and TV production, a conference
room, the offices of the dean and the guidance counselor, and a faculty lounge for the College of
Mass Communication. Manila Bulletin owner Dr. Emilio Yap donated an initial amount of P5
million towards the construction of the building, which cost around P8 million.
Villareal Hall
The building is named in honor of Cornelio Villareal, alumnus of Silliman University who
became Speaker of the House of the Congress of the Philippines. The building is equipped with
fully air-conditioned classrooms, a library, one moot court for court practices and other special
events, and a student’s lounge.
Established in 1935, the College opened with a freshman class of only 22 members. Dr. Emilio
Javier was its first Dean and together with Atty. Felix G. Gaudiel, composed the faculty. In 1937,
the entire four-year course was offered. Marcos Calo, who later became the congressman of
Agusan became the first law graduate in 1938. He passed the Bar exams that same year and gave
Silliman its first taste of a 100% bar success. In 2007, Villareal Hall was the site of Chief Justice
Reynato Puno's historic announcement of the drafting of the Writ of Habeas Data.
The college is home to the Dr. Jovito Salonga Center for Law and Development, an offspring of
the college's long history of legal aid and advocacy. Named after a former senator and
well-known legal luminary in the Philippines, it was formally launched by Dr. Jovito Salonga
himself on August 26, 2006. The Salonga Center focuses on three main areas of endeavor
namely: (1) legal education and training; (2) legal advocacy; and (3) research.

10. Magdamo Hall
Mr. Rolando and Mrs. Helga Vogt Magdamo funded the renovation of the Acacia Cottage which
will be inaugurated and renamed Guillermo and Mercedes Magdamo Hall, in honor of their
parents, on August 25, 2017. Apart from this, they also funded the establishment of the
Presbyterian Mission Garden and the Silliman Carillon Music System. As a son of two Silliman
educators, Mr. Magdamo spent his childhood in the University grounds before he went to explore
the world. He is now back in Dumaguete with his wife, Helga, and they made it their mission to
give younger Sillimanians a reminder of the spirit of giving and the heart for others – what the
Magdamo couple believe they are in the world for.
University Art Gallery
Named after its donor, Dr. Romeo P. Ariniego, one of the country’s foremost cardiologists, the
Gallery currently features the art collection of the donor himself. It boasts of a wide-open space
on the ground floor, and once completed, will feature a courtyard, in keeping with the building’s
unique design that optimizes natural lighting and cooling.
Dr. Ariniego came to Silliman in 1964 on a work-study program and did several jobs while
studying. He served as a janitor and messenger of the College of Arts and Sciences, became a
dormitory desk assistant at Doltz Hall, and did gardening on the weekend. Now a successful
cardiologist, he has made it his mission to give back. At the De La Salle University in
Dasmariñas, where he is a professor in its medical school, a number of students have obtained
their medical degrees on a scholarship from him.
The art gallery was inaugurated on August 23, 2017.
Ethno-Anthropology Museum
The museum was established in 1970 by Dr. Hubert I. Reynolds, an American missionary
member of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and former Anthropology professor in
Silliman University, to house the collection of the Cultural Research Center that started in 1964.
The exhibits are rare and priceless collections of ethnological archaeological artifacts which
dates back as early as 500-200 B.C.
The museum was formerly housed at the University’s oldest building, Silliman Hall, for more
than four decades and was transferred to a much sturdier location at the second floor of Hibbard
Hall in 2015.
The collection is composed of archaeological items from previous excavation all over Negros
and parts of Mindanao and collected ethnological items from the various indigenous groups from
Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.

11. Most of the archaeological artifacts are from different parts of Negros Island. Many were found
in excavations in Danao Cave at Tayawan, Bayawan; Magsuhot, Bacong; Buntod, La Libertad;
and Polopontao, Jimalalud, Negros Oriental. Some were also found in Japitan, Escalante, Negros
Occidental; still others were discovered in Sultan Kudarat
A.Y. Reyes Botanical and Zoological Garden
This is a one-hectare forested area located at the back of the Cimafranca Ballfield. One could
find various species of forest trees and endangered species (ex. Philippine spotted deer) as an
area for study and research on wildlife and the Mecca of local academicians, students and
visitors.
The garden started in the 1960s as a tree planting project and field laboratory studies facility by
the Silliman University Biology Department.
In 1990, it became the country's first captive breeding center for the Philippine Spotted Deer
(Cervus Alfredi). Since then, the garden’s captive breeding program has expanded to include
other endangered wildlife unique to the Philippines.
By 1996, the garden had grown to include over twenty animals and twenty-four plant species.
The place was named the A.Y. Reyes Zoological and Botanical Garden after the late botanist,
Prof. Alfredo Y. Reyes who helped start and develop the garden.
Silliman Farm
Known as Scheide Farm by some, the farm is a 23-hectare experimental and agricultural
laboratory of the College of Agriculture financed by a grant of $90,000 by the Federal Republic
of Germany through the Evangelical Central Agency for Development Aid. Located in Bantayan,
the farm produces palay, corn, eggs, meat and vegetables, which are made available to the
University Food Services and Silliman faculty and staff.
Marine Laboratory and Beach
The $600,000 world-renowned facility beside the Silliman beach is the USAID’s cornerstone for
their support and recognition of SU’s role in Coastal Resource Management. It is a facility where
laboratories and research studies in marine life are conducted. It also serves as an interpretive
center for public education on marine coastal ecosystem and resources, the inter-relatedness and
how they are affected by the social conditions like population and urban development Silliman is
also recognized as one of the leading schools in Marine Biology in Asia with the Marine
Laboratory as its home.

12. The Portals
When we speak of Silliman University, what usually come to mind are the Portals. Currently,
there are four Portals in SU: The Gate of Opportunity fronting Silliman Hall, the Gate of Service
which stands between Guy Hall and the Administration Building, the Gate of Knowledge at
Hibbard Avenue, and the Gate of Discovery which guards the Marine Laboratory, the Gate of
Grace at the donated lot at Ticao Island, Masbate. For one hundred years, Silliman’s Portals have
remained open to all who burn with genuine desire to learn and serve the truth.
The Gumamela
The Chinese rose (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis), commonly known as the gumamela, is one of nature’s
best that our campus can truly boast of. In the past years, it flourished on campus; however, its
population had decreased by the 1990’s. When it was declared the SU Centennial Flower, the
Centennial Commission has brought the beautiful plant back on campus.
Silliman Heritage Buses
The Silliman Heritage Buses, known for the typical American bus, were given by Imelda Marcos
in the year 1973 as a prize for the young youth choir women ensemble.
Ticao Island
Silliman University, well known for its research and advocacy for environmental protection, its
scientific findings in terrestial and marine biology, and its innovative work in community
development, received a donation of 467 hectares of land located in Ticao Island, Masbate from
the family of Elizabeth How. The donation was in memory of her late son, Francis Xavier How
who studied in Silliman University.
Dormitory
Silliman has a unique set up of dormitories: the Regular and Cooperative Dormitories.
In the Regular Dormitories, there are full-time Managers to attend to the needs of the residents
and full-time janitors do the maintenance work in the dormitory. In the Cooperative Dormitories,
the University assigns a full-time faculty or staff member who voluntarily accepts the task as
Adviser and the residents help one another in the household chores. It has a “homely” type of
atmosphere.
2 Regular dormitories for men – Doltz Hall and Vernon Hall (formerly New Men’s Dormitory)
3 Cooperative dormitories for men (collectively known as MONAPIL dorms) – Molave, Narra,
and Ipil Cottages

13. 2 Regular dormitories for women – Edith Carson Hall and Larena Hall
3 Cooperative dormitories for women – Sampaguita Cottage, Azucena Cottage and Davao
Cottage (for highschool)
3 Co-ed dormitories (men and women) – Woodward Hall, Pulido Hall and KrossKat Dormitory
The Cocofed Dormitories are located at the Silliman Farm. There are eight (8) cottages, in which
four (4) are reserved for the College of Agriculture students and the other four are intended for
rental for convention, retreats, or groups visiting Silliman University, for overnight stays and
others.
VI. The 5C’s of Silliman
Silliman’s goal of building competence, character and faith anchored on the Gospel of Christ
aims for the development of the whole person. It believes that success and fulfillment are
achieved when one views himself or herself in relation to the larger community.
Classroom
The classroom is a major component of the “second home” of students. Teaching at Silliman is
made to challenge students to question prevailing concepts and theories, and find meaning in
them in their day to day activities. Important to Silliman University is a mentoring system that
walks students through the learning process of life.
Church
Christian faith is foundational to Silliman education. Various activities for faith nurture,
education, worship, fellowship, and service are in store for Silliman students all year round.
These are activities that are receptive to the changing needs and preferences of students. Church
activities are designed and organized in a way that does not discriminate students from other
religious denominations.
Culture
Every semester, the Cultural Affairs Committee stages five shows that put value on the
appreciation for the arts at what most consider as the “cultural center of the south”: the Claire
Isabel McGill Luce Auditorium. Silliman students get a taste of the works of nationally- and
internationally-acclaimed literary, visual and performing artists throughout the school year.
Season tickets at subsidized rates are made available to students.

14. Court
Sports play an equally important part in the life of a Silliman student. The campus boasts of
facilities for ball games, swimming, contact sports, and archery. In the field of archery, Mark
Javier, the lone Filipino male archer in the Beijing Olympics, is a fresh addition to the list of
Sillimanian Olympians: archers Jennifer Chan and Lisa Ygnalaga and long jumper, Simeon
Toribio.
Community
Service-learning and volunteerism are vital components of all academic disciplines in the
university. Students are challenged to test theories and principles through actual community
work. With identified partner communities, Silliman students develop projects and programs,
integrating expertise in business development, health care, legal management, and environmental
advocacy. Sustaining this thrust on an international level, Silliman is active in an international
service-learning program that aims for cultural understanding and a multi-sectoral approach to
addressing social concerns.
Wifi Access on Campus
The University has designated 45 areas where students, faculty, staff and guests can conveniently
browse the internet on their laptops or handheld devices. The internet service is provided by Fil
Products. The University's wi-fi densification program is supervised by the Management
Information Systems unit headed by Officer-in-Charge Mr. Percival M. Genove.
VII. The Administrators
Executive Officers
Betty Cernol-McCann, PhD
President
Earl Jude Paul L. Cleope, PhD
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Jenny L. Chiu, CPA, CIA, MBA, PhD
Vice President for Finance and Administration
Jane Annette L. Belarmino, CPA, MBA
Vice President for Development

15. Noriel C. Capulong, DTh
Interim Pastor
Administrative Staff
Myles Nicholas G. Bejar, LIB, M Int’l Laws
General Counsel
Giovanni T. Macahig, DM
Registrar and Admissions Officer
Joshua Francisco J. Ablong, LIB
Human Resource Development Manager
Edgar S. Ygnalaga Jr., MEng, REE
Buildings and Grounds Superintendent
OIC, Public Assistance & Security Office
Finance and Administration Staff
Carol R. Bartolata, CPA
Treasurer
Percival Gerard M. Genove , MIS
Director, Management Information System
Development Staff
Melita C. Aguilar, MA DevCom
Director, Office of Information and Publications
Ruben N. Bokingo
Director, Alumni and External Affairs Office
Deans and Directors

16. Beulah Rose R. Torres, PhD
OIC Director, Office of Instruction
Enrique G. Oracion, PhD
Director for Research
Emervencia L. Ligutom
Director for Extension
Jose Edwin C. Cubelo, PhD
Dean, College of Agriculture
Mae Brigitt Bernadel L. Villordon, PhD
Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
Gloria G. Futalan, LIB, PhD
Dean, College of Business Administration
Dave E. Marcial, PhD
Dean, College of Computer Studies
Jeaneth H. Faller, ThD
Dean, Divinity School
Batchiba R. Lacdo-o, EdD
Dean, College of Education
Supervising Dean, School of Basic Education
Maria Lorena L. Tuballa
Dean, College of Engineering and Design
Sheila Lynn C. Besario, LIB
Dean, College of Law
Madeline B. Quiamco, PhD
Dean, College of Mass Communication
Walden R. Ursos, MD, MS Clin Epi
Dean, Medical School
Theresa A. Guino-o, PhD
Dean, College of Nursing

17. Elizabeth Susan Vista-Suarez
College of Performing and Visual Arts
Margaret Helen U. Alvarez, PhD
Dean, Graduate Program
Jojema D. Indab, PhD
Dean, School of Public Affairs and Governance
Edna Gladys T. Calingacion
Dean, Student Services
Chuchi S. Montenegro
Director, School of Agro-Industrial and Technical Education
Evelyn S. Fajardo, RMT, MSPH
Director, Institute of Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Janet S. Estacion, PhD
Director, Institute of Environmental and Marine Sciences
Lily Ann D. Bautista
Director, Institute of Rehabilitative Sciences
Deborah Mae C. Salem
Director, Institute of Service-Learning
Unit Heads
Myra E. Villanueva
University Librarian
Ma. Cecilia M. Genove, PhD
Director, Instructional Media and Technology Center
Dionesio V. Piñero II , MA Ed
Director, University Athletics
Maria Christel R. Kho, BA Speech and Theatre
Manager, Claire Isabel McGill Luce Auditorium

18. VIII. Outstanding Sillimanian(2023)
Executive Officers
Betty Cernol-McCann, PhD
President
Earl Jude Paul L. Cleope, PhD
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Jenny L. Chiu, CPA, CIA, MBA, PhD
Vice President for Finance and Administration
Jane Annette L. Belarmino, CPA, MBA
Vice President for Development
Noriel C. Capulong, DTh
Interim Pastor
Administrative Staff
Myles Nicholas G. Bejar, LIB, M Int’l Laws
General Counsel
Giovanni T. Macahig, DM
Registrar and Admissions Officer
Joshua Francisco J. Ablong, LIB
Human Resource Development Manager
Edgar S. Ygnalaga Jr., MEng, REE
Buildings and Grounds Superintendent
OIC, Public Assistance & Security Office
Finance and Administration Staff
Carol R. Bartolata, CPA
Treasurer

19. Percival Gerard M. Genove , MIS
Director, Management Information System
Development Staff
Melita C. Aguilar, MA DevCom
Director, Office of Information and Publications
Ruben N. Bokingo
Director, Alumni and External Affairs Office
Deans and Directors
Beulah Rose R. Torres, PhD
OIC Director, Office of Instruction
Enrique G. Oracion, PhD
Director for Research
Emervencia L. Ligutom
Director for Extension
Jose Edwin C. Cubelo, PhD
Dean, College of Agriculture
Mae Brigitt Bernadel L. Villordon, PhD
Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
Gloria G. Futalan, LIB, PhD
Dean, College of Business Administration
Dave E. Marcial, PhD
Dean, College of Computer Studies
Jeaneth H. Faller, ThD
Dean, Divinity School
Batchiba R. Lacdo-o, EdD
Dean, College of Education
Supervising Dean, School of Basic Education

20. Maria Lorena L. Tuballa
Dean, College of Engineering and Design
Sheila Lynn C. Besario, LIB
Dean, College of Law
Madeline B. Quiamco, PhD
Dean, College of Mass Communication
Walden R. Ursos, MD, MS Clin Epi
Dean, Medical School
Theresa A. Guino-o, PhD
Dean, College of Nursing
Elizabeth Susan Vista-Suarez
College of Performing and Visual Arts
Margaret Helen U. Alvarez, PhD
Dean, Graduate Program
Jojema D. Indab, PhD
Dean, School of Public Affairs and Governance
Edna Gladys T. Calingacion
Dean, Student Services
Chuchi S. Montenegro
Director, School of Agro-Industrial and Technical Education
Evelyn S. Fajardo, RMT, MSPH
Director, Institute of Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Janet S. Estacion, PhD
Director, Institute of Environmental and Marine Sciences
Lily Ann D. Bautista
Director, Institute of Rehabilitative Sciences
Deborah Mae C. Salem
Director, Institute of Service-Learning

21. Unit Heads
Myra E. Villanueva
University Librarian
Ma. Cecilia M. Genove, PhD
Director, Instructional Media and Technology Center
Dionesio V. Piñero II , MA Ed
Director, University Athletics
Maria Christel R. Kho, BA Speech and Theatre
Manager, Claire Isabel McGill Luce Auditorium