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                                                         Philippine Association of Academic and Research Librarians




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Nos. 3 & 4 July – December 2009                                                                                    ISSN – 0116 – 014


                                            PAARL Steadfast at 36
                                                                    CHRISTINE B. ARELLANO




Left: PAARL Outreach in Bolinao, Pangasinan.                                   2009 was another busy and productive year
Right: Participants in the National Conference @ SPCP.                         for the Philippine Association of Academic
                                                                               and Research Librarians (PAARL). Different
INSIDE THIS ISSUE                                                              activities were conducted by the Association
                                                                               spearheaded      by the     PAARL    Board,
  1   Looking Back @ PAARL 2009
                                                                               participated in by more than five hundred
  4   Digital Debates on Archives, Museums, Libraries and Online Resources     active members, and supported by the
                                                                               different book dealers, suppliers and
  4   Powerful Convergence @ SPCP                                              publishers nationwide.
  5   75th National Book Week Celebration                                                    th
                                                                               PAARL’s 36        General Assembly, Induction of
                                                                               Officers and Awarding Ceremonies were held at the
  6   75th National Book Week Celebration Thanksgiving Mass Homily
                                                                               auditorium of the National Library last January 30,
  7                                                                            2009. Prof. Salvacion Arlante (1987 PAARL President),
      PLAI Hall of Fame Awards Given to PAARL Past Prexies
                                                                               University Librarian of UP Diliman, officiated the oath-
  7   PAARL Outreach in Bolinao
                                                                               taking of the PAARL Board 2009: Elvira B. Lapuz
                                                                               (President); Christopher C. Paras (Vice President);
  8   A Report on the 14th Congress of Southeast Asian Librarians
                                                                               Lourdes d.C. Roman (Secretary); Jocelyn T. Balangue
                                                                               (Treasurer); Veronica M. Jose (Auditor); Roderick B.
  9   New PAARL Board                                                          Ramos (P.R.O.); Victoria P. Baleva, Aisa M. dela Torre
                                                                               and Sr. Ma. Gloria Pasamba, SPC (Directors); and
 10   List of PAARL Paid Members for 2009                                      Loreto T. Garcia (Ex-Officio). More than 150 members,
                                                                               guests and exhibitors graced the occasion.
 18   Lifetime Members                                                                                                    Continued on page 2

 18   Upcoming Events
July – December 2009                                                   PAARL Newsletter                                       1
FEATI University opened its doors to PAARL for the public          Megatrade Hall 1, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City. He
forum on “Assessment Techniques and Principles in                  stressed that libraries should incorporate valuing in their
Applying Standards for Academic Libraries” last                    annual budgets and statistical reports; that national
February 5, 2009. Dr. Adolfo Jesus R. Gopez, FEATI                 organizations set the price for each service; that librarians
University President, welcomed more than one hundred               should benchmark around the country; and PAARL set
participants who listened to the talks of Dr. Teresita G.          standards and make further recommendations to invigorate
Hernandez on Accreditation/ISO Standards; Hon. Corazon             library and information services in the region.
M. Nera on IQuaME/CHED RQUAT Standards; and Ms. Fe
Angela M. Verzosa on PAARL Standards 2000.                         Another two-day national seminar dubbed as Towards
                                                                   Innovating Technical Services: Viewpoints for Advanced
Another successful half-day training workshop on “Oral             Resources Management was held last August 26-27 at the
English Proficiency Skills for Librarians and Information          National Library of the Philippines. Lecturers were Ms. Iyra
Professionals” with the country’s English language guru            S. Buenrostro (UPSLIS), PAARL President Ms. Elvira B.
and trainer, Dr. Nilda R. Sunga as resource speaker was            Lapuz (UP-Diliman), Mr. Rodolfo Y. Tarlit (UPSLIS), Mrs.
conducted last March 26, 2009 at the C&E Information and           Willian SA Frias (DLSU) and Mrs. Loreto T. Garcia (JRU).
Resource Center in Quezon City. The speaker stressed that          Director Prudenciana C. Cruz (TNL Director) welcomed the
it is important to be clear, stay positive, listen actively and    participants while Dr. Ponciano A. Meguito (DCS
learn from experience.                                             Superintendent) was the keynote speaker. The said event
                                                                   had the following objectives: to assess the current status of
PAARL’s National Summer Conference was held at the                 Technical Services in Philippine academic libraries as to how
Lyceum of Aparri in Cagayan last April 29-May 1, 2009 with         it radically improved or changed the library system, the
the theme “Librarians at their Best: Envisioning and               library profession and the delivery of library resources and
Realizing Multilevel and Progressive Readers Services.”            services through advance library technologies; to learn new
Resource speakers were Prof. Salvacion M. Arlante (UP)             ideas and methodologies on how to perfectly manage library
who discussed Partnership 2.0 to help facilitate reference         resources in times of tough economic crisis and high costs of
and resource training to small and least budgeted libraries        materials brought about by online technologies; and to
particularly in the countryside; Ms. Alicia B. Esguerra (BSU)      review the existing and latest procedures, guidelines and
who talked on Reader Services On Demand that identified            standards in the organization and care of library resources
user’s expectations in terms of adopting new technologies          and identify its significance to the present day Philippine
and modes of information delivery and the challenges               academic libraries.
involved in implementing "on the go" resources/services; Ms.
Fe Angela M. Versoza (DLSU) who tackled Social                     Another forum on Digital Debates on Archives, Museums,
Networking Literacy Skills for recasting the reader services       Libraries, and Online Resources was held last September
librarians’ competencies in the 21st century that entails          17, 2009 during the 30th Manila International Bookfair at
various networking activities and develops strategic
                                                                   SMX Convention Center, SM Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay
approaches for integrating these activities into a productive
and cutting edge readers services; Dr. Enrique T. Cayaban          City. Speakers were Mrs. Elenita D.V. Alba, Ms. Virginia E.
(SMU) who lectured on Proactive and Effective                      Darlucio and Prof. Edgardo B. Quiros who talked on the
Management of Reader’s Queries and Transactions to                 following topics respectively: The Current State of the
explain strategic approaches in proper handling of queries         National Museum of the Philippines and its Role in
and transactions in reader services – online or personal; Ms.      Preserving the Filipino’s Cultural Heritage and Awareness;
Perla T. Garcia (DLSU) who provided insights for a better          Digitizing Records at the National Archives of the Philippines;
analysis and interpretation of library statistical records --
                                                                   and Issues, Challenges and Perspectives of Digitization: the
Data Literacy Skills; and Prof. Thelma S. Kim (SLU) who
taught participants about the role of advertising, promotion       NLP Experience.
and public relations beginning with the library’s architectural
designs to developing healthy and positive human affairs           PAARL’s National Conference on “The Power of
while doing reader service work-- Readers Services                 Convergence: Technology and Connectivity in the 21st
Marketing Plans.                                                   Century Library & Information Services” at the LRC- Arts
                                                                   Hall of St. Paul College Pasig last October 21-23, 2009. Said
A “Round-Table Discussion on PAARLNET” was held in                 conference had the following objectives: to explore the future
cooperation with Goodwill/Bridges Bookstore last May 21,           directions of libraries and librarians considering the
2009 in Glorietta 3, Makati City. This activity was conducted      unstoppable trends and demands of Information and
to review the MOA, gather recommendations from member              Communication Technology (ICT); to discuss the vital role of
libraries that will further enhance it, and identify other         web technologies in enhancing the delivery of library and
resource sharing activities and services that may be useful        information services and how these resources can be of
and beneficial to member libraries, with the end result of         optimal use to establishing collaborative linkages among
greater involvement and active participation from member           institutions; and to train the participants in surviving the
and non-member libraries. Ms. Susan O. Pador (ADMU) and            present challenges of net and online technologies and
Ms. Loreto T. Garcia (JRU) facilitated the event.                  prepare them to become thoroughly adept with the 21st
                                                                   century technological innovations. Speakers were Ms. Cecile
Mr. Nehemias A. Pasamba facilitated PAARL’s lecture-forum          F. Ingusan (Filipinas Heritage Library), Prof. Johann
entitled Valuing Library Services held last June 24, 2009          Frederick A. Cabbab (UP Diliman), Prof. Lourdes T. David
during the ABAP Book Fair held in the Seminar Room of              (Ateneo de Manila University), Ms. Louise Ian T. Delos




July – December 2009                                     PAARL Newsletter                                          2
Reyes (Department of Science and Technology), Prof.              Board was welcomed by the teachers, students and school
Edgardo B. Quiros (National Library of the Philippines), and     personnel of BNHS led by the School Principal, Mrs. Editha
Mr. Fernan R. Dizon (Ateneo de Manila University).               B. Gasilan.
                 th
During the 75 National Book Week celebration last
November 24, 2009, PAARL had a forum on Disaster                 The year ended with a Christmas Party held last December
Management in Libraries: Response and Recovery                   17, 2009 at Mix of Flavors Restaurant located at Harbor View
Operations for Water-related Damages with PAARL Past             Square, CCP Complex, Pasay City. It was attended by out-
President Ms. Fe Angela Verzosa as resource speaker at the       going and in-coming PAARL Board, and past Presidents.
National Library Auditorium.
                                                                 Through the combined efforts of the efficient officers and
Different educational materials were distributed in an           participative members, the aforementioned activities were
outreach held last December 12, 2009 in Balingasay               successfully conducted. Congratulations everyone!
National High School (BNHS), Bolinao, Pangasinan. PAARL




July – December 2009                                   PAARL Newsletter                                        3
Digital Debates on Archives, Museums, Libraries
                               and Online Resources
                                                    Roderick B. Ramos

More than 160 with 43 new members attended                       Awareness; Ms. Virginia E. Darlucio, Digitizing
PAARL’s Digital Debates on Archives, Museums,                    Records at the National Archives of the
Libraries, and Online Resources last September                   Philippines; and, Prof. Edgardo B. Quiros,
17, 2009 @ the 30th Manila International                         Issues,    Challenges   and    Perspectives  of
Bookfair, SMX Convention Center, SM Mall of                      Digitization: the NLP Experience.
Asia Complex, Pasay City.
                                                                 5 registered as institutional members to PAARL,
Speakers and topics were as follows: Mrs.                        Inc. namely La Consolacion College-Mendiola,
Elenita D.V. Alba, The Current State of the                      STI    College-Baliuag,    Magsaysay    Memoril
National Museum of the Philippines and its Role                  College-Zambales, St.Mary's College-Baliuag
in Preserving the Filipino’s Cultural Heritage and               and     STI   College-Sta.     Maria,  Bulacan.


                                   Powerful Convergence @ SPCP
                                                    Christopher C. Paras
The much awaited librarian’s conference of the                   Dr. Castañeda also delivers a very fitting talk on the 20
                                                                 most modern libraries in the world, citing the internet and
year was finally put in place during PAARL’s
                                                                 online websites as her top references. On her final note, she
2009 National Conference on Convergence. The                     hails PAARL for continuously working on the professional
conference was originally slated on October 21-                  growth of Filipino librarians and even more, challenged the
23, 2009 but due to devastating typhoons                         association to help the agency in furthering the policies and
                                                                 guidelines that comprise library standards.
Ondoy and Pepeng, it was moved to November
11-13, 2009.                                                     Below are the line-up of topics, lecturers and summaries
                                                                 covered during the conference for the next three days.
Close to about 100 participants from far north of Luzon
down to Mindanao in the south, the conference was                Day 1 – Nov, 11, 2009, PM Session
successfully held at the premier center for basic education
in the country today, St. Paul College, Pasig. Attendees are     1. Starting up a cost-free library portal for small funded
mostly librarians, information professionals and IT staff        libraries by Cecile F. Ingusan, Filipinas Heritage Library
working in academic libraries. The farthest delegate came
all the way from St. Paul University Tuguegarao in the north     Participants essentially learned the basics of designing a
and Jose Rizal Memorial State College, Dapitan City in the       homepage that can be used to link library databases,
south.                                                           catalogs, local news, policies, programs, events, etc.
                                                                 without a special web development software or knowledge
The conference started with a solemn Opening Prayer led by       of html. A step-by-step procedure on how to go about web-
SPCP LRC Head, Sr. Ma. Gloria B. Pasamba, spc. Her prayer        hosting and effective search for free web-hosting sites and
undoubtedly touches the heart of every participant as it was     services were also discussed.
presented in slides full of hope with resounding music of
faith in chorus. The warm thoughts of Sr. Teresita Baricaua,     2. Podcasting and Vodcasting in Academic Libraries and
spc, Directress of SPCP during her welcoming remarks felt        Media Centers by Prof. Johann Frederick A. Cabbab, UP
an environment of home away from home for the delegates          Diliman
to stay in the next three days. She also took pride of
showcasing the SPCP profile, achievements, its missions          The speaker practically demonstrated the process of
and objectives in a five-minute streaming video                  creating podcasts and vodcasts and how this technology can
presentation focusing on child’s holistic development            enhance or promote learning in the library. Discussion on
through Paulinian education.                                     how to effectively implement the program highlighted the
                                                                 session.
Newly appointed CHED-NCR Director Dr. Catherine Q.
Castañeda graced the opening ceremonies on behalf of             Day 2 – Nov. 12, 2009,    AM & PM Sessions
CHED Chairman Emmanuel Y. Angeles. In her Keynote
Address, she discussed the latest CHED programs and its          3. Library without walls: it’s time to go mobile
future undertakings in terms of curricular revisions,            Mobile hi- tech media services are currently the rage among
extension of college years and compliance of faculty             students. How these devices can be used for meaningful
members in earning at least a master’s degree in 2010 to         library purposes? This session demonstrated to librarians on
qualify for teaching.                                            how to explore and use blogs, RSS feeds and library mobile
                                                                 initiatives.



July – December 2009                                   PAARL Newsletter                                        4
This session provided a comprehensive overview on digital
4. Securing the Use of Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) in Libraries        libraries; its development, design, and management from
by Prof. Lourdes T. David, ADMU                                      ICT to library information management skills. The technical
                                                                     issues of digital libraries were thoroughly discussed, citing
While everyone likes the convenience of wireless                     ADMU Rizal Library as an example and other similar
environment in the library, it comes with several challenges         projects and research already undertaken.
such as data security, rogue access points, censorship and           As a culminating activity of the conference, PAARL treated
breaking of security keys. This session recommended some             the participants to a Fellowship Dinner and a series of
wireless security scheme that is manageable and tackled              library tours and visits. First stop is at the St. Paul College
effective measures and policies to promote responsible use           Learning Resource Center. A large collection of instructional
of wi-fi within the library premises.                                media in various formats were showcased by the SPCP LRC
                                                                     along with its unique museum collections of Sisters of St.
5. Free and Open Source Library Systems by Ms. Louise Ian            Paul de Chartes.
T. Delos Reyes, DOST
                                                                     In an off-campus tour, the elegance and corporate
Participants were able to explore and became aware of open           ambiance of the Ortigas Library Foundation greeted PAARL
source software in the net, its advantages and                       on its second stop. This special library which is located at
disadvantages and the feasibility of using it to construct a         the heart of Ortigas Ave. highly specializes in preservation
truly integrated library system and help serve the academic          and conservation of the Philippines’ rare materials and
needs of the institution.                                            documents. Its complete and state-of-the-art technologies
                                                                     and equipment greatly amazed the participants while
6. Streaming video models and presentation tools for library         touring around the 24/7 operated air-conditioned facility.
orientation by Prof. Edgardo B. Quiros, National Library of          The library also takes pride of its rich Filipiniana collections
the Phils.                                                           and seasonal photo exhibits about the Philippines which can
                                                                     be borrowed by request by any interesed institutions.
The speaker featured the use of video-streamed library
instruction as a guided online alternative to promote library        Just across Ortigas avenue is the Asian Development Bank
services for distance learners. Participants learned the basic       Library where the last visit of the group took place. Mrs.
steps in capturing, recording and organizing images, videos          Nelia Balagapo, Senior Information Specialist warmly
and sound using Camtasia. The best and improved                      received the participants in 10-minute slides orientation of
presentation tools for creating excellent library instruction        ADB library’s profile, services and facilities. In her address,
were also explored.                                                  she mentioned that the library geared towards developing a
                                                                     digital environment which is manifested on its vast
Day 3 – Nov. 13, 2009,      AM Session                               acquisitions of online research databases, e-books and e-
                                                                     journals that runs through its high end and security
7. Digital library initiatives in Philippine academic libraries:     protected library technologies and systems. Its book and
the Ateneo Rizal Library Experience by Mr. Fernan R. Dizon,          online collections generally covers economics, business and
ADMU                                                                 banking industry subjects.


                               75th National Book Week Celebration
                                                         Roderick B. Ramos

Right after Rev. Fr. Paul Ma. M. De Vera, O.S.B.                     example is a great way to start. Her thoughts
shared about three seeds of librarianship in a                       and wishes were heightened all the more when
mass celebrating the 75th National Book Week                         TNL choir sang with their lovely rendition of
celebration on November 24, 2009 @ 10am                              Sumusumpa ako, aalagan ko... ang kalikasan
(TNL Auditorium), Cultural Affairs Officer                           na kapaligiran ko... ng pagmumulan ito ng
Martha Buckley, United States Embassy, for her                       bagong pag-asa.
invaluable contribution, received a certificate of
appreciation from 2009 National Book Week                            Library guru and an idol of many, Ms. Angela
Committee led by PLAI President Lilia F.                             Verzosa iterated about the need for library
Echiverri.                                                           readiness and strong management in a lecture-
                                                                     forum on Disaster Management in Libraries:
Ms. Buckley, keynote speaker with the theme                          Response and Recovery Operations for Water-
"Kaaya-ayang Magbasa sa Kapaligirang Kay                             related Damages" @ 2pm. More than 85 heads
Ganda," urged libraries, librarians, teachers,                       attended and listened to Ms. Verzosa (2009
parents, kids and everyone to be environmental                       PLAI Hall of Fame Awardee with fellow recipient
leaders of the community. She said that each                         Salvacion M. Arlante, UP Library Director) in the
can have a great impact to communities                               auditorium of The National Library of the
through wise environmental choices. That, this                       Philippines.
can be done at all levels- national, local or
through individual actions where leading by



July – December 2009                                      PAARL Newsletter                                            5
75thNational Book Week Celebration
                                   Thanksgiving Mass November 24, 2009
                                      Celebrant- Fr. Paul de Vera,OSB
                                                  (Homily)

Dear sisters and brothers and friends:                             asked everyone to sit down except Jaime. He looked at him
                                                                   intently, and made the announcement: "Behold your next
The STORY OF THE SEED has continuously inspired me                 university librarian. His name is Jaime. Jaime was stunned.
profoundly and today, I am going to share it with you              He could not believe what he heard. He was appointed
hoping that you derive as much inspiration from it as I do         university librarian when he could not even grow his seed.
ever time I share it.                                              Then the president revealed to his employees: "I gave the
                                                                   three senior librarians boiled seeds; they were dead- it was
The university librarian has just retired and the university       not possible for them to germinate. When the seeds "failed"
president is in a quandary who to choose as the next               to grow, the two librarians got another seed, and grew
university librarian from among the three senior librarians        them into these beautiful plants now. It was only Jaime who
who are equally competent, loyal, and committed to their           had the courage to bring an empty pot, and the
jobs.                                                              honesty to tell what really happened. Therefore, he
                                                                   deserves to be appointed.
Confronted by this dilemma, the university president then
summoned the three to his office, and said, "I am going to         My dear friends, you might ask the relevance of the story to
give each one of you a SEED today- one very special seed. I        what we are celebrating today - the 75th National Book
want you to plant the seed, water it, and care for it. A year      Week. It is this. Librarianship is a kind of seed. It is
from today, you are to come back to me and bring with you          entrusted to us. It has to be nourished, like updating our
whatever has become of the seed that I gave you today. I           competence with graduate studies, attendance to
will then judge the plants that you bring, and the one that I      conferences, seminars, reading newly published books, etc.
will choose will be the next university librarian."                It has to be protected too. Challenges, barriers and
                                                                   obstacles are aplenty. It is what we make of it and how we
After receiving their respective seed, they went home              respond to them that reinforces our leadership thus proving
excitedly. One of the three senior librarians, Jaime, told his     once again what Scriptures say- whatever you sow, you
wife the story. And with her help, Jaime got a pot, soil, and      shall reap. Plant honesty and reap trust. Plant goodness and
compost and planted the seed. Everyday, he would water it          reap friendship. Plant humility and reap greatness. Plant
and watch to see if it had grown. After three weeks or so,         perseverance and reap contentment. Plant consideration
the other two librarians would talk about their seeds and          and reap reconciliation. Plant faith in GOD and reap an
share how each plant is beginning to grow.                         abundant harvest. Then it's time to ask, "What are you
                                                                   planting now."
Jaime kept checking on his seed, but nothing ever grew. He
waited patiently and continued to take care of the seed.           The library profession is a sacred task. President Barack
Days passed. Then weeks. Then months. And finally, the             Obama beautifully said it in an earlier speech to a group of
year is over. The day of reckoning has finally come. Jaime         American librarians entitled: "BOUND TO THE WIND" where
did not say anything to his colleagues. He was so                  he paraphrased the "Prologue of Saint John's Gospel (1:1)"
disappointed that all his efforts, and hard work, watering         "in the beginning was the Word," and added, "it could not
and fertilizing the soil, weeding, etc., nothing grew. He          but stir a fire in all our souls that what we do is SACRED.
thought he killed the seed, Jaime told his wife that he would      When librarians ply their trade of preserving the Word,
not take and empty pot with him. But his loving wife urged         sacred and secular, we are engaged in a PROFOUND
him to be honest and tell the university president what            MINISTRY. We are stewards of a sacred trust of treasuring
happened. Jaime thought it was going to be the most                the best civilization has ever thought and shared. We are
embarrassing moment of his professional career, but he             also the guides that lead our patrons to embark on this
knew his wife was right. He had to tell the truth, and be          treasure hunt, that can never be satisfied, and this thirst
honest. When he arrived at the meeting place, he was               can never be quenched. It is an inexhaustible search for
amazed at the variety of plants grown by the other two             knowledge and wisdom. It is an important factor preserving
librarians. They were beautiful and healthy looking plants-        culture and creating community." (Editorial, Catholic Library
in all shapes and sizes. As Jaime put down his pot on the          World, September 2005, vol. 76, no. 1)
floor, many of his fellow librarians laughed, a few felt sorry
for him.                                                           And we add that librarians who take seriously and perform
                                                                   well this mandate of the library profession are the true,
When the university president arrived, he surveyed the             great, and unsung heroes of all times and climes. They
room, and greeted everyone. Jaime tried hard to hide               select, gather, organize, and preserve thought and the
himself at the back. "My, how lovely these plants are! Truly,      freedom to access it. They welcome one and all regardless
they are beautiful. And today, one of the three senior             of race, age, profession, beliefs, or intelligence, to sit at the
librarians will become the universitv librarian_"he said.          table of the circle of knowledge and have their fill,
                                                                   endlessly.
The president invited Jaime to join him in front. He asked
him what happened to his seed - sadly, Jaime told                  Only then can we put meaning and fulfillment to this year's
everybody the story of his seed. At this point, the president      beautiful book week theme:"Kaaya-ayang Magbasa sa
                                                                   Kapaligirang Kay Ganda." God bless vou and vour loved
                                                                   ones.




July – December 2009                                     PAARL Newsletter                                            6
PLAI HALL OF FAME AWARDS GIVEN TO PAARL PAST PREXIES
                                             Elvira B. Lapuz
Past PAARL presidents Prof. Salvacion M. Arlante (1987) and Ms. Fe Angela M. Verzosa (2000 and
2004) were honored as the 2009 PLAI Hall of Fame awardees in a ceremony held at the Heritage Hotel
in Pasay City last November 27 coinciding with the PLAI Congress and General Asembly. In the plaques
given to the awardees it says: “for her invaluable contributions in the field of librarianship; for her
services in various capacities in different library associations; for sharing expertise as a resource
speaker in various seminars and conferences here and abroad, above all for being an epitome for the
library and information science profession.”

Likewise, three more past PAARL presidents were given the PLAI Service Awards. They are Lolita S.
Gonzales(1988) Rodolfo Y. Tarlit (1990), and Zoraida Bartolome(1996) for their exemplary dedication
and commitment to the PLAI through their invaluable services in various capacities for the past years.

Congratulations!! You sure made us proud!!

                               PAARL Outreach in Bolinao
                                   Loreto T. Garcia & Roderick B. Ramos

Early hours in the morning of December 12,              decided to pack their things and went to
2009 PAARL Board left for Balingasay National           Bolinao, Pangasinan in order to share the
High School, Bolinao, Pangasinan for a very             Yuletide blessings with the students and faculty
warm group of teachers, students and school             members of Balinsangay National High School.
personnel led by Mrs. Editha B. Gasilan
(Principal) through an entertaining turn over           After more than six hours of travel by two cars,
ceremony program of educational materials               PAARL     on board     were recharged       with
with some novel and souvenir items collected            excitement & joy in their hearts as well as
by PAARL, Inc.                                          smiles on their lips when the packages of
                                                        reference books and other reading materials
Mrs. Gasilan felt honored and thanked the               were unbundled in the presence of selected
Association headed by Ms. Elvira Lapuz                  students and their teachers. In gratitude, the
(President). Mr. Christopher Paras (Vice-               recipients rendered a short program to
President) visited her previously to inform them        acknowledge the gifts and the givers.
that the library of Balingasay National High
School will be the recipient of educational             “R & R” or Rest and Recreation ensued to
materials.                                              conclude and mark all the target projects and
                                                        activities lined up for the year. Although
Mrs, Gasilan fervently prays that PAARL, Inc.           challenges were met along the way, surely
continues to extend such valued help and                victories were at hand. The group proceeded to
opportunities for the development of the school         rest at Sun View Beach Resort on the same
leading to the attainment of quality education in       day. Later in the afternoon, they drove to
Balingasay, Bolinao, Pangasinan. Mrs. Fely B.           Bolinao’s Lighthouse and traced the history of
Pascua emceed the program.                              the place during the Japanese occupation; to
                                                        Cindy’s Cave to see the miracles of nature and
       REACHING OUT… a Reflection                       thanked God for the dawning of the day with its
                                                        beautiful sunset by the sea.
Reaching out to you, do you feel it too?
Loving you is all I want to do                          In behalf of the members, benefactors and
I am completely sure, never felt this way before        sponsors of PAARL, the Board attended the
When I smile you know that there is something           afternoon mass last December 13, 2009 to
more…                                                   thank God and our Lady of Manaog for all the
                                                        blessings they had poured and will continue to
Truly, there were something more in thoughts,           shower upon the association.
words and deeds among the BOARD MEMBERS
and benefactor of PAARL 2009 when they


July – December 2009                         PAARL Newsletter                               7
A Report on the 14th Congress of Southeast Asian Librarians
                          (CONSAL XIV)
                                                         Diony M. Angeles

When we arrived at Vietnam, the first place we landed at            library because they do not always recognize the value of
was Ho Chi Minh City. It is (formerly Sai Gon) and is the           library.
largest city in Viet Nam, situated in the South. It has an
area of 2,095 square kilometers, and 6 millions inhabitants         Another major area of change in libraries is the whole
(in 2006). It is the commercial, scientific, technological,         publishing field.   More and more materials are being
and industrial centre of the South. The city has highly             published electronically. Journals are being accessed online
developed infrastructure and a comprehensive service                and in databases. There are also online books as e-books.
industry. Trace of history and culture dating back hundreds         Technology has had a tremendous effect on how libraries
of years can be seen in Ho Chi Minh City, with a remarkable         operate and serve their users.
diversity still seen today. The diversity manifests not only
through the style and size of the works, but also through           Another area which is beginning to gain more attention
the cultural lifestyle of the inhabitants.                          from libraries is the whole area of preservation of cultural
                                                                    heritage and archival materials. Several additional areas
From Ho Chi Minh City, we took another plane to Hanoi.              that libraries are being asked to address, particularly in
Hanoi is the Capital of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam,         academic libraries, are information literacy, student learning
as well as the cultural, political, economic, and commercial        outcomes, and the assessment and quality of services.
centre of the whole country.
                                                                    Dr. Oyler also emphasized that a strong customer service
CONSAL XIV General Conference took place on April 21-23,            attitude is essential in order to be a good librarian and to
2009 at Melia Hanoi Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam. Over 800                 assist users in locating the information they need to
librarians and information professionals from 24 countries in       function in today's world. This strong customer service
South East Asia and other regions in the world participated         attitude will enable us to help users to learn how to
in CONSAL XIV General Conference. The Conference's                  evaluate the information that they locate in order to make
theme      "Towards Dynamic Libraries and         Information       sure it is accurate and up-to-date. It will also enable us to
Services in Southeast Asian Countries" provided a forum             help faculty and students to use information to carry out
for participants     to exchange ideas. view points and             their research and create new knowledge.
practices as well as to share experience in different fields to
enhance dynamism and effectiveness in library and                   Another point that Dr. Oyler emphasized is the marketing
information practices in respective countries.                      of and advocating for libraries.   Library advocacy and
                                                                    marketing are critical in this era of great technological
The     Opening Ceremony at the Grand Ball Room was                 development and online access to information because
welcomed by the cultural           presentations of cute            many of our university administrators, government officials
Vietnamese children who performed cultural dances in                and our users can find the information they need on the
colorful costumes. They also rendered song numbers in               internet and that some think they no longer need libraries
Vietnamese language. Their presentations and wonderful              and librarians.
performance were very refreshing         especially for the
participants coming from a long and tiring travel. These            Dr. Oyler also pointed out that scholarly communication
activities were followed by the Flag Parade of the 10               and publishing are undergoing major changes as we move
member countries of Southeast Asia. For the Philippines, it         from print to electronic formats to distribute and store
was represented by Atty. Tony Santos, Ms. Lily Echeviere,           research and information. Libraries and librarians must
PLAI President and the National Library Director Mrs. Nanie         play a critical role in educating our users as to what
Cruz.                                                               scholarly communication is and the role the library can play
                                                                    in assisting the faculty, students and other researchers in
The President of Vietnam Library Association read the               the process of conducting research.
message from the IFLA President 2007-2009 Claudia Lux.
This was followed by a message from a UNESCO                        She also mentioned that technology has been one of the
representative, welcome remarks by Ms. Jan Fullerton                greatest forces in changing the work of the library and it
representing CDNLAO;       Ms. Deborah Jacobs, Deputy               will continue to do so. She advised that we must always
Director of    Global Libraries, Bill and Melinda Gates             stay current of what is happening with technology and what
Foundation and by several keynote speakers. .                       technologies our users are using.

In the keynote speech of Dr. Patricia G. Oyler, Associate           She also discussed library standards, best practices,
Dean and Professor of Library and Information Science at            preservation of cultural heritage, assessment of library
Simmons College Graduate School of Library and                      services and the impact of developments on Southeast
Information     Science,      Boston,    Massachusettes, she        Asian libraries.
emphasized that         there are so many developments
happening in libraries, archives and museums nowadays.              Southeast Asian libraries should also develop advocacy
Marketing and advocating for the library including library          campaigns and educate their librarians to advocate for
services are critical activities in today's economy. We must        libraries in areas of service, access to information, support
inform our users, who are becoming more technologically             for library staff, development of strong publishing
savvy, about our services and how we can help them. We              industries, library education and materials.
must continually inform our users about the role of the




July – December 2009                                     PAARL Newsletter                                          8
Cooperation among libraries in the        Southeast Asian         Vietnam is a country of many unique culinary delights. The
countries must continue to develop. We must work together         delicacies, whether popular or luxurious, made from raw
and share ideas, technology, knowledge and education to           materials, present their own distinctive flavours and
be successful in the global world. Education is the greatest      meticulous preparations.
development tool.
                                                                  Noodle soup (Pho) is always the first delicacy to be
The rest of the activities were mostly done in parallel           mentioned in the talks about the gastronomy of Ha Noi. It
sessions. There were instances that the parallel sessions         is served with chicken meat and other sorts of meat, but
were all interesting topics which made it hard to decide to       noodle soup served with beef is still preferred to by
which session one has to attend.              There were          gourmets.
speakers/paper presenters from the following countries.:
USA, Hongkong, Singapore, Indonesia, Sweden, Malaysia,            The currency of Viet Nam is the Dong (VND).   Notes are
Thailand, Lao PDR, Brunei, New Zealand, Japan, Cambodia,          available in paper denomination of 500,000; 100,000;
Vietnam, Trinidad and Tobago, Germany and Philippines.            50,000; 20,000; 10,000; 5,000; 1,000; 500, 200 and 100
                                                                  VND, and also as coin in denominations of 5,000; 2,000;
From the Philippines, the paper presenters were: Mrs. Mila        1,000; 500; and 200 VND.        Throughout the country,
Medina Ramos on the topic "The CGIAR Virtual Library:             American dollars are widely accepted.
Harnessing New Technologies for Scholarly Access to
Agricultural Information; Ms. Elizabeth R. Peralejo on            I would like to sincerely thanks the 2009 PAARL Board and
"Ensuring a Continuing Professional Education (CPE) among         Officers and the Scholarship Committee for their approval of
Registered Librarians in the Philippines";     Ms. Fraulein       my request      to sponsor my registration fee to attend
Agcambot Oclarit on the topic "The Democratizing Reading          CONSAL XIV at Hanoi, Viet Nam. I will forever be grateful
Among       Mindanaoan     (DReAM)     Children    Project:       to PAARL for this wonderful and enriching experience.
Participatory Approaches to Creating Socially - Inclusive
Learning Spaces"; Ms. Elvira P. Lapuz on "The Philippine          More power and success to PAARL!
Association of Academic and Research Librarians (PAARL)
in the Service of Library and Information Professionals in
the Country" and Mr. Vernon "Von" Totanes on the topic
"Southeast Asian Resources Online".
                                                                   New PAARL Board for 2010
There were also many exhibits and exhibitors as well as                           Fe Angela M. Verzosa
product presentations.

During the Closing Ceremony the CONSAL Outstanding
                                                                  Congratulations to the newly elected Board for
Librarian was awarded. The Conference Summary Report              2010 led by Christopher Paras (incoming
was delivered by the Chairman of the CONSAL XIV                   President), Roderick Ramos (VP), Aisa dela
Organizing Committee Ms. Pham The Khang. There was                Torre     (Treasurer),      Sonia    Gementiza
also the Turnover Ceremony of CONSAL flag to the host
country of CONSAL XV, Indonesia. The closing remark
                                                                  (Secretary), Ana Fresnido (PRO) and Veronica
was delivered by the Leader of the Ministry of Culture,           Jose (Auditor). Those who also made it to the
Sports and Tourism of Vietnam.                                    incoming Board
                                                                  are: Victoria Baleva, Erlinda Gonzalez, and Sr.
A farewell dinner was hosted by the Vietnam Ministry of
Culture, Sports and Tourism at the Thang Long Ball Room
                                                                  Gloria Pasamba.
of the Melia Hotel. The third day of the conference was
reserved for the libraries and cultural visits. Among the         The election of the officers for 2010 was held
places included for visitation were: Ha Long Bay, National        during the Christmas Party hosted by the
Library of Vietnam, Temple of Literature, Hanoi City Library,
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh Museum, Hanoi
                                                                  outgoing and the incoming Board members,
University of Technology"s Library and Ethnology Museum.          which was held last 17 December at Mix of
                                                                  Flavors Restaurant, located at Harbor View
I considered my tour/visit to Ha Long Bay as the most             Square, CCP Complex, Pasay City.
memorable part of my attendance to CONSAL XIV.       Ha
Long Bay is situated in Quang Ninh Province,     180km
northeast of Ha Noi. It was recognized by UNESCO as a             Gracing the occasion were past Presidents Sally
World Natural Heritage Site in 1994, and was recognized           Arlante, Rod Tarlit, Fe Angela Verzosa, Venie
by the organization for a second time in 2000 for its             Sajorda, Susan Pador, Lolita Gonzales, and
geomorphologic value.
                                                                  Marietta Molina.
Most of the Islands in Ha Long retain a primitive beauty.
Visitors to Ha Long Bay admire its splendor and the               Official proclamation shall be made during the
amazing harmony of sea, sky, clouds, water and land; and          Annual General Assembly scheduled on 29
get meet many hospitable and kind-hearted people.
                                                                  January 2010 at St. Paul University Quezon
A historical gift specifically the replica of the Temple of       City.
Literature was given to the Conference participants as a
token by the conference organizers.

                                                                           I am PAARL
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List of PAARL Paid Members for 2009
                                               Prepared by Aisa M. dela Torre

 No.      LAST NAME       FIRST NAME                              INSTITUTION                          INSTITUTION ADDRESS
  1    Abdala          Ma. Pretty Lay       Bulacan State University                              Malolos City, Bulacan
  2    Abella          Maria Salvacion A.   University of Regina Carmeli                          City of Malolos, Bulacan
  3    Abellera        Evelyn               Far Eastern University                                Nicanor St., Sampaloc, Manila
  4    Abes            Normalyn             Holy Trinity College                                  Puerto Princesa City, Palawan
  5    Ablay           Ma. Penafrancia      Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges                    Penafrancia Avenue, Naga City
  6    Acar            Jeddahtrict          Bulacan Polytechnic College                           Malolos, Bulacan
  7    Adriano         Lucila               UST Miguel De Benavides Library                       Espana, Manila
  8    Alavanza        Fe                   Jose Rizal Memorial State College                     Dapitan City
  9    Alayon          Stephen              Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center          Tigbauan, Iloilo 5021
 10    Alba            Teresita             San Beda College-Alabang                              Muntinlupa City
 11    Albay           Alva                 Adventist University of the Philippines               Puting Kahoy, Silang, Cavite
 12    Alberto         Leilanie             Olivarez College                                      Parañaque City
 13    Alcantara       Aileenette           Colegio de San Juan de Letran                         Intramuros, Manila
 14    Alcazar         Nomer                UP Center for Ethnomusicology                         UP Diliman, Quezon City
 15    Alenzuala       Reysa                US. Embassy                                           Roxas Blvd. Manila
 16    Aler            Olivia               St. Scholastica's College                             2560 C. Guinto St. Manila
 17    Alipis          Ferdinand Angelo     Assumption College                                    Makati City
 18    Aliwalas        Anabelle             De La Salle University                                2401 Taft Avenue, Manila
 19    Allayban        Roselyn              Philippine Science High School Ilocos Region Campus   San Ildefonso, Ilocos Sur
 20    Alonzo          Arlene               Mapua Institute of Technology                         Muralla, Intramuros, Manila
 21    Alonzo          Madonna              UST Miguel De Benavides Library                       Espana, Manila
 22    Alueta          Jae Anne             Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School                   Camarin, Caloocan
 23    Amomoy          Susan                Asian Development Bank                                Ortigas Center, Pasig City
 24    Amurao          Minda                Adventist Univ. of the Phils.                         Puting Kahoy, Silang, Cavite
 25    Angala          Ryan Jay             Our Lady of Fatima University                         Antipolo City
 26    Angeles         Marilen              Elizabeth Seton School                                Imus, Cavite
 27    Aquino          Edlyn                National Teachers College                             Quiapo, Manila
 28    Aquino          Bernadette           Bantayog ng nga Bayani Foundation                     EDSA cor. Quezon Ave, QC
 29    Aquino          Maria Ana            PLT College, Inc.                                     Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya
 30    Araceli         Alfonso (Fr.)        Christ the King Mission Seminary                      E. Rodriguez, Quezon City
 31    Arellano        Christine            DSM Manila                                            Makati City
 32    Argel           Kiezel               SSC-Westgrove                                         Ayala Heights, Silang, Cavite
 33    Arguelles       Victor               University of Batangas                                Batangas City
 34    Atibagos        Anthony              Technological Institute of the Philippines (TIP)      Cubao, Quezon City
 35    Atienza         Cecilia              Manila Central University                             Caloocan City
 36    Austria         Carmelita            International Rice Research Institute                 DAPO Box 7777, Metro Manila
 37    Austria         Jacqueline           Statefield School Inc.                                Molino III, Bacoor, Cavite
 38    Bachiller       Ross                 Office of the Special Prosecutor - Ombudsman          Commonwealth Ave., QC
 39    Bacud           Evelyn               Colegio De san Juan de Letran - Calamba               Calamba City, Laguna
 40    Badiola         Lorena               Surigao State College of Technology                   San Juan, Surigao City
 41    Bagita          Anne Paula           West Visayas State Univ. College of Medicine          La Paz, Iloilo City
 42    Baha            Anthony              De La Salle Health Sciences Institute                 Dasmariñas, Cavite
 43    Balangue        Jocelyn              De La Salle University                                2401 Taft Avenue, Manila
 44    Balenbin        Shandee              St. Scholastica's College                             2560 Leon Guinto St., Manila
 45    Balenbin        Gabriel              Don Bosco – Makati                                    Brgy San Lorenzo, Makati City
 46    Baleva          Victoria             Centro Escolar University                             Mendiola, Manila
 47    Baliton         Fely                 Saint Mary's University                               Bayombong, Nueva Viscaya
 48    Balles          Magdalena            Batanes State College                                 Basco, Batanes
 49    Banaag          Antonina             University of Batangas                                Hilltop, Batangas City
 50    Banal           Kareen               Ateneo De Manila University Rizal Library             Loyola Heights, Quezon City
 51    Banal           Angelica             Trinity University of Asia                            Cathedral Heights, Q.C.
 52    Banera          Melinda              Lyceum of Aparri                                      Aparri, Cagayan
 53    Banhaw          Fatima               West Visayas State University                         Luna St., La Paz, Iloilo City
 54    Banqued         Charina              Sienna College                                        Quezon City
 55    Baon            Almira               Univ. Of Perpetual Help System Dalta                  Molino, Cavite
 56    Baquiran        Catherine            Saint Mary's University                               Bayombong, Nueva Viscaya
 57    Barredo         Erlinda              Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila                      Intramuros, Manila
 58    Barsaga         Agnes                De La Salle University                                2401 Taft Avenue, Manila
 59    Bate            Ray Ann              Central Colleges of the Phils.                        Aurora Blvd. Quezon City
 60    Baui            Evelinda             St. Paul University Phils.                            Tuguegarao City
 61    Bautista        Ronald Allan         Mallig Plains College                                 Mallig, Isabela
 62    Bautista        Sonia                Angelicum College                                     Quezon Ave., Quezon City




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63    Baylon          Ma. Teresa         PNU Agusan Campus                                   Agusan Del Sur
 64    Bebeng          Jane               Aquinas University of Legaspi                       Rawis, Legaspi City
 65    Belate          Imelda             Camarines Sur Polytechnic College                   Penafrancia Avenue, Naga City
 66    Bellosillo      Leslie             St. Scholastica's College                           2560 Leon Guinto St. Malate Mla.
 67    Bernal          Joselito           St. Mary's Angels College of Pampanga               San Pedro Sta. Ana Pampanga
 68    Biluan          Marigold Jessica   Western Visayas College of Science and Technology   Iloilo City
 69    Bismanos        Precious           Colegio de San Lorenzo Q.C.                         Project 6, Quezon City
 70    Bitancur        Arman              STI-College                                         Cubao, Quezon City
 71    Bitmal          Wilma              Southern Phils Institute of Science & Technology    Anabu I-A, Imus, Cavite
 72    Bolina          Jennifer           College of Engineering Lib. II                      UP Diliman, Quezon City
 73    Bombales        Carmela            Ateneo Professional School Library                  Rockwell Drive,Makati City
 74    Bonalos         Marichu            Central Mindanao University                         Musuan, Bukidnon
 75    Bondoc          Ismaila            PUP                                                 Sta Mesa, Manila
 76    Bongalos        Florbella          De La Salle University                              2401 Taft Avenue, Manila
 77    Bonita          Virginia           Emilio Aguinaldo College                            Ermita, Manila
 78    Borjal          Roderick           De La Salle University                              2401 Taft Avenue, Manila
 79    Brillo          Eva                Far Eastern University                              Sampaloc, Manila
 80    Britanico       Luvimin            University of Batangas                              Hilltop, Batangas City
 81    Buels           Marietta           U.P. Manila                                         Taft Ave., Manila
 82    Buenaflor       Estela             La Consolacion College                              Mendiola, Manila
 83    Buenaventura    Seony              University of Perpetual Help                        Calamba, Laguna
 84    Bugaling        Eva Rose           Saint Mary's University                             Bayombong, Nueva Viscaya
 85    Bugarin         Noemi              Jose Rizal University                               Mandaluyong City
 86    Burillo         Jeanette           Philippine Heart Center                             East Ave., Quezon City
 87    Bustamante      Leonila            San Beda College                                    Mendiola, Manila
 88    Caasi           Marybel            College of Allied Medical Professions               U.P. Manila, Taft Ave., Manila
 89    Caballes        Anabel             Our Lady of Fatima University-Valenzuela            Valenzuela City
 90    Cabance         Maria Teresa       Dept. of Labor and Employment                       Intramuros, Manila
 91    Cabantog        Joanne             Manresa School                                      BF Homes, Parañaque City
 92    Cabantog        Noemi              St. Paul (Univ.) College Pasig                      Pasig City
 93    Cabato          Florita            Eastern Samar State University                      Borongan, Eastern, Samar
 94    Cabonero        David              Saint Mary's University                             Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya
 95    Cabonero        Anabelle           Saint Mary's University                             Bayombong, Nueva Viscaya
                       Maria Theresa
 96    Cabos           Micaela            St. Joseph School                                   Gagalangin, Tondo, Manila
 97    Calimag         Delia              Enderun Colleges                                    PWU Taft Ave., Manila
 98    Calingasan      Lourdes Fatima     UST Miguel De Benavides Library                     Espana, Manila
 99    Calion          Annie              St. Therese-MTC Colleges                            Magdalo St. La Paz, Iloilo City
 100   Calion          Annie              St. Therese-MTC Colleges                            M.H. del Pilar St. Molo, Iloilo City
 101   Calion          Annie              St. Therese-MTC Colleges                            Brgy. Tan Pael, Tigbauan, Iloilo
 102   Calzado         Luzviminda         Sacred Heart College                                1 Merchant St., Lucena City
 103   Camaya          Leah Marie         Colegio de San Juan de Letran                       Intramuros, Manila
 104   Cambay          Ludivina           De La Salle University – Dasmariñas                 Dasmariñas, Cavite
 105   Caña            Mercy              Manresa School                                      BF Homes, Parañaque City
 106   Cantos          Josefina           St. Mary's College                                  Baliuag, Bulacan
 107   Capellan        Ethel              Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific            Kamayan Mariveles Bataan
 108   Capule          Jenneth            UST Miguel De Benavides Library                     Espana, Manila
 109   Carreon         Lea                College of Engineering Lib. II                      UP Diliman, Quezon City
 110   Casala          Amelita            University of Batangas                              Hilltop, Batangas City
 111   Castillo        Bernie             Manuel S. Enverga Institute Foundation, Inc.        San Antonio, Quezon
 112   Castro          Maria Nimfa        U.P. Manila                                         Padre Faura, Manila
 113   Castro          Merlita            Univ. of Perpetual Help System-Calamba              Calamba, Laguna
 114   Cauilan         Bob                De La Salle University                              2401 Taft Ave., Manila
 115   Cayaban         Enrique            Saint Mary's University                             Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya
 116   Chavez          Marites            Congressional National High School                  Dasmariñas Cavite
 117   Chua            Raymond Melvin     College of Engineering Library II                   UP, Diliman, Quezon City
 118   Chua            Marrisa            Don Bosco – Makati                                  Brgy. San Lorenzo, Makati City
 119   Clemente        Nora               Northwestern University                             Airport Avenue, Laoag City
 120   Colinio         Jean               St. Louis College                                   San Fernando, La Union
 121   Conejo          Fresca             UP College of Law                                   UP Diliman, Quezon City
 122   Cordova         Cynthia            De La Salle University                              2401 Taft Avenue, Manila
 123   Corona          Janelyn            New Era University                                  New Era, Quezon City
 124   Corong          May                University of Batangas                              Hilltop, Batangas City
 125   Corpuz          Anicia             Ateneo De Manila University Rizal Library           Loyola Heights, Quezon City
 126   Corpuz          Laura              San Beda College                                    Mendiola, Manila
 127   Correa          Helen              National Teachers College                           Quiapo, Manila
 128   Coscos          Edna               Mater Dei College                                   Cabulijan Tubigon, Bohol 6329
 129   Credo           Jorgia             Trinity University of Asia                          275 E. Rodriguez Sr, Blvd.Q.C.
 130   Crisostomo      Lopita             St. Mary's Academy                                  Pasay City



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131   Cruz            Patricia           Arellano University                                  Sampaloc, Manila
 132   Cruz            Angelica Frances   UST Miguel De Benavides Library                      Espana, Manila
 133   Cruz            Jonathan           Univ of Regina Carmeli                               City of Malolos, Bulacan
 134   Cruz            Teresita           Bantayog ng nga Bayani Foundation                    EDSA cor. Quezon Ave, QC
 135   Cruz            Prudenciana        National Library of the Phils.                       T.M. Kalaw St., Manila
 136   Cuizon          Juanita            Pamantasan ng Cabuyao                                Banay-Banay, Cabuyao, Laguna
 137   Cullano         Dolores            National Teachers College                            Quiapo, Manila
 138   Dahilong        Emeliana           Lyceo de Cagayan de University                       Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City
 139   Dalida          Nelita             John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University        M.H. del Pilar St., Molo, Iloilo City
 140   Daligdig        Amor               Colegio de San Juan De Letran                        Brgy. Bucal, Calamba City
 141   Dalimot         Olivia             Northwestern University                              Airport Avenue, Laoag City
 142   Dalmacio        Alfred             Asian Development Bank                               Mandaluyong City
 143   David           Sonia Lourdes      Ateneo Professional School Library                   Rockwell Drive, Makati City
 144   David           Lourdes            Ateneo de Manila Rizal Library                       Loyola Heights, Q.C.
 145   De Castro       Edna               Univ. of Asia and the Pacific                        Ortigas Center, Pasig City
 146   De Castro       Tessie             San Beda College                                     Mendiola, Manila
 147   De Guzman       Paulita            Ateneo Professional School Library                   Rockwell Drive, Makati City
 148   de Jesus        Carolyn            Colegio de San Juan de Letran                        Intramuros, Manila
 149   De la Cersa     Aida               Cebu Normal University                               Cebu City
 150   De la Cruz      Sheila             Bulacan State University                             Malolos, Bulacan
 151   De la Cruz      Jer Isagani        Bantayog ng nga Bayani Foundation                    EDSA cor. Quezon Ave, QC
 152   De la Cruz      Johna              PWU - JASMS, Q.C.                                    EDSA, Q.C.
 153   De la Cruz      Mary Jhoanne       University of Southern Philippines Foundation        Lahug, Cebu City
 154   De la Torre     Aisa               Ateneo Professional Schools Library                  Rockwell Center, Makati City
 155   De Leon         Virginia           Philippine Womens University                         Quezon Avenue Quezon city
 156   De los Reyes    Sheryl             Arellano University                                  Sampaloc, Manila
 157   De los Reyes    Louise Ian         Metro-Dagupan Colleges                               Dagupan City, Pangasinan
 158   De los Santos   Sr. Myra           Congregation of Dominican Sisters of St. Catherine   Quezon City
 159   De los Santos   Irene              Naga College Foundation                              Liboton St., Naga City
 160   De Nully        Corazon            Centro Escolar University                            Mendiola, Manila
 161   De Padua        Elaine             Arellano University                                  Pag-asa St. Caniogan, Pasig City
 162   De Paz          Joebert            De La Salle University – Dasmariñas                  Dasmariñas, Cavite
 163   De Vera         Paul (Fr.)         San Beda College                                     Mendiola, Manila
 164   De Vera         Lydia              Centro Escolar University                            Mendiola, Manila
 165   Del Mundo       Rosela             Jose Rizal University                                Binangonan, Rizal
 166   Del Rosario     Maria Nora         OB Montessori Center Inc.                            Greenhills, San Juan City
 167   Del Valle       Carmelita          Philippine Normal University                         Taft Avenue, Manila
 168   Dela Cruz       Lerma              Northwestern University                              Airport Avenue, Laoag City
 169   Dela Cruz       Maribel            Lipa City Colleges                                   Lipa City, Batangas
 170   Delfin          Simeona            St. Scholastica's College                            Malate, Manila
 171   Diaron          Rina               St. Louis University                                 Baguio City
 172   Diaz            Emilia             Meycauyan College                                    City of Meycauyan, Bulacan
 173   Diaz            Fe                 Notre Dame of Marbel University                      Marbel, South Cotabato
 174   Dilidili        Analiza            Cavite State University                              Indang, Cavite
 175   Dimzon          Salvacion          Santo Niño Catholic School                           Taguig City
 176   Dinglasan       Jacqueline         Olivarez College                                     Parañaque City
 177   Dioniso         Rosario            University of La Sallette                            Santiago City, Isabela
 178   Dizon           Mercedes           Jose Rizal University                                Mandaluyong City
 179   Ducat           Isabel             New Era University                                   New Era, Quezon City
 180   Ebreo           Aguido             University of Batangas                               Batangas City
 181   Echiverri       Lilia              U.P. Law Library                                     UP Diliman, Quezon City
 182   Efondo          Leonisa            Mapua Institute of Technology                        Muralla, Intramuros, Manila
 183   Empemano        Leticia            PUP                                                  Sta. Mesa, Manila
 184   Empeynado       Florence           Jose Rizal Memorial State College                    Katipunan, Zamboanga del Norte
 185   Encina          Jhenny             Colegio de San Juan De Letran                        Brgy. Bucal Calamba City
 186   Enem            Nolie              PMA Library                                          Baguio City
 187   Enriquez        Miriam             Angelicum College                                    Quezon City
 188   Enriquez        Ophelia            Manila Central University                            Caloocan City
 189   Enteria         Liceria            Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University         San Fernando City, La Union
 190   Equilos         Zenaida            University of Batangas                               Hilltop, Batangas City
 191   Escleto         Marianne           Capiz State University                               Ponte Vedra, Capiz
 192   Esguerra        Alicia             Bulacan State University                             Malolos, Bulacan
 193   Esperrili       Edison             DLSU-Dasmarinas                                      Dasmarinas, Cavite
 194   Espiritu        Rhodora            De La Salle University-Dasmariñas                    Dasmariñas, Cavite
 195   Esposo          Sharon Ma.         College of Engineering Lib.II                        UP Diliman, Quezon City
 196   Estacion        Nita               City of Malabon University                           Pampano St., Malabon City
 197   Estella         Remedios           University of Southern Philippines Foundation        Solinas Drive Lahug Cebu City
 198   Estigoy         Consuelo           Eduardo Joson Memorial College                       Nueva Ecija
 199   Estojero        Corazon            Bantayog ng nga Bayani Foundation                    EDSA cor. Quezon Ave, QC



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200   Estoya          Ma. Teresa         UST Miguel De Benavides Library                     Espana, Manila
 201   Estudillo       Mary Ann           De La Salle University-Dasmariñas                   Dasmariñas,Cavite
 202   Fabella         Ruth               Adventist Univ. of the Phils.                       Puting Kahoy, Silang, Cavite
 203   Fajardo         Marites            University of the East – Caloocan                   Samson Road, Caloocan City
 204   Farillas        Ma. Cecilia        New Era University                                  #9 Central Ave,New Era,Q.C.
 205   Faustino        Flocertede         John Paul College                                   Oriental, Mindoro
 206   Favila          Jenelyn            Manresa School                                      BF Homes, Parañaque City
 207   Felices         Neonem             Adventist Univ. of the Phils.                       Puting Kahoy, Silang, Cavite
 208   Ferdinez        Sarah              Bantayog ng nga Bayani Foundation                   EDSA cor. Quezon Ave, QC
 209   Fernando        Purisima           De La Salle University                              2401 Taft Avenue, Manila
 210   Ferre           Maria Fe           Assumption College                                  San Lorenzo Village, Makati City
 211   Figura          Marcela            Polytechnic University of the Philippines           Sta. Mesa Manila
 212   Floro           Ellen              Asian Institute of Maritime Studies (AIMS)          Roxas Blvd., Pasay City
 213   Francisco       Jane               F. L. Vargas College                                Tuguegarao City
 214   Franco          Harold             De La Salle University                              2401 Taft Avenue, Manila
 215   Fresnido        Ana Maria          DLSU Library                                        2401 Taft Avenue, Manila
 216   Frias           Willian            De La Salle University                              2401 Taft Avenue, Manila
 217   Fuchigami       Kaori              UST Miguel De Benavides Library                     Espana, Manila
 218   Gabayaran       Genevieve          Statefield School Inc.                              Molino III, Bacoor, Cavite
 219   Gabriel         Roxanne                                                                Sta. Mesa Manila
 220   Galamay         Doris              New Era University                                  #9 Central Ave, New Era, Q.C.
 221   Galang          Ofelia             New Era University                                  #9 Central Ave,New Era,Q.C.
 222   Galang          Ma. Elisa          San Beda College                                    Mendiola, Manila
                                          Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University –
 223   Gallardo        Mindanao           MLUC                                                San Fernando, La Union
 224   Garcia          Perla              De La Salle University                              Taft Ave., Manila
 225   Garcia          Virgina            Northern Christian College                          Mabini St., Laoag City
 226   Garcia          Loreto             Jose Rizal University                               Mandaluyong City
 227   Garing          Natalia            Lipa City Colleges                                  Lipa City, Batangas
 228   Gedulian        Arlene             Asian Development Bank                              Mandaluyong City
 229   Geloryao        Ninfa              Western Visayas College of Science and Technology   Iloilo City
 230   Gementiza       Sonia              DLSU-Dasmariñas                                     Dasmariñas, Cavite
 231   Gerardo         Elsa               La Consolacion College                              Mendiola, Manila
 232   Gervacio        Paolo              Our Lady of Fatima University                       Valenzuela City
 233   Glean           Rowena             San Beda College                                    Mendiola, Manila
 234   Gojon           Abraham            DLSU College of St. Benilde                         2544 Taft Ave. Manila
 235   Gomolo          Ma. Gia            Paco Catholic School                                Paco, Manila
 236   Gonda           Jojie              De La Salle University                              2401 Taft Avenue, Manila
 237   Gonzales        Nerissa            University of Regina Carmeli                        City of Malolos, Bulacan
 238   Gonzales        Ofelia             Mapua Institute of Technology                       Muralla, Intramuros, Manila
 239   Gonzales        Erlinda            Manila Doctor's College                             Macapagal Blvd. Pasay City
 240   Gonzalez        Roberto            STI College - Baliuag                               Baliuag, Bulacan
 241   Gozun           Carolina           San Beda College                                    Mendiola, Manila
 242   Guarino         Ma. Elsa           Lyceum of the Phils. University - Batangas          Capitol Site, Batangas City
 243   Guasch          Juan Martin        University of Manila                                M.V. Delos Santos, Manila
 244   Guillermo       Engracia           Lourdes School of Mandaluyong                       Mandaluyong City
 245   Guinto          Teodora            Calamba Doctor's College                            Parian, Calamba City, Laguna
 246   Guinto          Teodora            Calamba Doctor's College                            Calamba City, Laguna
 247   Haico           Fe                 Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila                    Intramuros Manila
 248   Halim           Myrna              Mindanao State Univ. Iligan Institute               Iligan City
 249   Haz             Maria Mercedez     University of Regina Carmeli                        City of Malolos, Bulacan
 250   Hermogenes      Nelson             Adamson University                                  San Marcelino, Manila
 251   Hernandez       Teresita           Centro Escolar University                           Mendiola, Manila
 252   Hubilla         Ana Mae Kristine   Don Bosco Technical Institute                       Makati City
 253   Ibardolosa      Maylene Delfin     Manila Central University                           EDSA, Caloocan City
 254   Ilagan          Caroline           Colegio de San Juan De Letran                       Brgy. Bucal, Calamba City
 255   Inciong         Lailani            St. Scholastica's College                           Malate, Manila
 256   Javier          Jemlyne            Colegio de San Juan de Letran                       Intramuros, Manila
 257   Javier          Paulita            University of Batangas                              Hilltop, Batangas City
 258   Jhocson         Norma              University of the East Library                      C. M. Recto, Manila
 259   Jimenez         Ma. Ruchiella      Bulacan State University                            Malolos, Bulacan
 260   Jocson          Roxanne            PAREF Woodrose School                               Las Pinas City
 261   Jocson          Roxanne A.         PAREF Woodrose School, Inc.                         Las Pinas City
 262   Jose            Veronica           Mapua Institute of Techonology                      Muralla, Intramuros, Manila
 263   Joson           Carmina            Philippine Women's University                       Taft Avenue, Manila
 264   Joson           Amaryllis          Centro Escolar University                           Mendiola, Manila
 265   Lacasandile     Juby               Technological Institute of the Philippines (TIP)    Cubao, Quezon City
 266   Ladlad          Jocelyn            De La Salle University                              2401 Taft Ave., Manila
 267   Lagasca         Karen              San Beda College                                    Mendiola, Manila



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268   Lagumbay        Geanrose            Philsaga High School                                Rosario, Agusan Del Sur
 269   Lalic           Rosita              Bulacan State University                            Malolos, Bulacan
 270   Lanzuela        Febie               Saint Mary's University                             Bayombong, Nueva Viscaya
 271   Lapuz           Elvira              University of the Philippines-Diliman               Diliman, Quezon City
 272   Laureno         May                 De La Salle University                              Taft Avenue, Manila
 273   Lavadia         Divina              Meycauyan College                                   City of Meycauayan, Bulacan
 274   Leoparte        Edelina             St. Scholastica's College                           Malate, Manila
 275   Lizada          Rosario             UPHR- Las Pinas                                     Las Pinas City
 276   Llamzon         Francisca           Bataan Peninsula State University-Main Campus       City of Balanga, Bataan
 277   Llantino        Angela              Lyceum University                                   Muralla, Intramuros, Manila
 278   Llerin          Aida                St. Mary's College                                  Quezon City
 279   Lobo            Cecille             UST Miguel De Benavides Library                     Espana, Manila
 280   Logan           Grace               Manila Central University                           EDSA, Caloocan City
 281   Lopez           Maria Czarina       UST Miguel De Benavides Library                     Espana, Manila
 282   Lopez           Teresita            New Era Elementary School                           Quezon City
 283   Losaria         Lila                West Visayas State University Lambunao Campus       Lambunao, Iloilo City
 284   Lubao           Estreleita          Colegio de San Juan De Letran                       Abucay, Bataan 2104
 285   Lucero          Nora                St. Stephens High School                            Sta. Cruz, Manila
 286   Lucquiao        Marjorie            Saint Mary's University                             Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya
 287   Luna            Roseny Flora        Maria Ernesto A. Luna Arabian Bemo                  Jeddah, KSA 21471
 288   Lunar           Alexander           University of Batangas                              Hilltop, Batangas City
 289   Macabata        Nancy               Divine Word College                                 San Jose, Occidental Mindoro
 290   Macaraig        Ofelia              University of Batangas                              Hilltop, Batangas City
 291   Madalogdog      Elra Di             West Visayas State University                       La Paz, Iloilo City
 292   Madavio         Ma. Luisa           Manresa School                                      Parañaque City
 293   Magsino         Marta               University of Batangas                              Batangas City
 294   Majuelo         Estrella            UST Miguel De Benavides Library                     Espana, Manila
 295   Manabat         April               Ateneo De Manila University Rizal Library           Loyola Heights, Quezon City
 296   Manalaysay      Paulette            Dr. Carlos S. Lanting College                       Tandang Sora, Q.C.
 297   Manalo          Leona Rica          Manresa School                                      BF Homes, Parañaque City
 298   Manalo          Rowena              St. Joseph School                                   San Jose City, Nueva Ecija
 299   Manalo          Sonny Boy           TIP QC                                              Cubao, Q.C.
 300   Mangaluz        Shirley Eva Marie   National Teachers College                           Quiapo, Manila
 301   Mangubat        Felicidad           U.P. Manila                                         Taft Ave., Manila
 302   Maniago         Nimfa               Holy Angel University                               Angeles City, Pampanga
 303   Manlangit       Rene                San Pablo Colleges                                  San Pablo City
 304   Manuel          Leonila             UST Miguel De Benavides Library                     Espana, Manila
 305   Manuel          Jorge               Dr. Yanga's Colleges, Inc.                          Wakas, Bocaue, Bulacan
 306   Manumbale       Anselma             Lipa City Colleges                                  Lipa City, Batangas
 307   Mapayo          Fabian              Christian Academy in Davao                          Mati City, Davao, Oriental
 308   Marasigan       Rebecca             University of Batangas                              Hilltop, Batangas City
 309   Marcos          Michelle Mae        Univ. of La Salette                                 Santiago City, Isabela 3311
 310   Maron           Elizabeth           SSC-Westgrove                                       Ayala Heights, Silang, Cavite
 311   Marquez         Maria May           Manila Cathedral School                             287 Tayuman St. Tondo, Manila
 312   Martin          Magdalena           Jose Rizal University                               Shaw Blvd. Mandaluyong City
 313   Masindo         Rolando             De La Salle University                              2401 Taft Avenue, Manila
 314   Matias          Arlene              UST Miguel De Benavides Library                     Espana, Manila
 315   Mauricio        Grace               Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila                    Intramuros, Manila
 316   Medina          Jonathan            Immaculate Conception School for Boys               Poblacion, Malolos City, Bulacan
 317   Medrano         Roselily            University of the Philippines                       Diliman, Quezon City
 318   Melorin         Pamela              STI College                                         Sta. Maria, Bulacan
 319   Mendoza         Florence Fe         Western Visayas College of Science and Technology   Iloilo City
 320   Mendoza         Adora               St. Joseph's Academy                                Poblacion, Las Piñas City
 321   Meneses         Erwina              Sandigan Bayan                                      Quezon City
 322   Menil           Alona               Adamson University                                  Malate Manila
 323   Merza           Viola               Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University        San Fernando, La Union
 324   Miado           Nelah               Adventist Univ. of the Phils.                       Puting Kahoy, Silang, Cavite
 325   Mijares         Jesus Raymond       DLSU College of St. Benilde                         2544 Taft Ave., Manila
 326   Miranda         Frank               University of Batangas                              Batangas City
 327   Miranda         Manilyn             University of Sto. Tomas                            Espana, Manila
 328   Mojados         Almasita            Ateneo Professional School Library                  Rockwell Drive, Makati City
 329   Mojica          Michael Anthony     DLSU College of St. Benilde                         2544 Taft Ave. Manila
 330   Molina          Aimee               Mercedarian School                                  Lagro, Novaliches, Quezon City
 331   Monroy          Corazon             Our Lady of Fatima University                       Valenzuela City
 332   Mont            Everest             Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM)              Intramuros Manila
 333   Montañez        Fatima              Tomas Del Rosario College                           Balanga, Bataan
 334   Montemayor      Enrico              DLSU-Dasmarinas                                     Dasmarinas, Cavite
 335   Monterola       Mary Ann            Mapua Institute of Technology                       Muralla, Intramuros, Manila
 336   Moraña          Mark                MEGA Magazine & Publications, Inc.                  Ortigas Center, Pasig City



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337   Mosende         Elma                Philippine SAGA High School Foundation                Agusan Del Sur
 338   Moyano          Cynthia             San Beda College                                      Mendiola, Manila
 339   Moyano          Rochelle            Arellano University                                   Sampaloc, Manila
 340   Nabaunag        Maria Cristina      Ateneo De Manila University Rizal Library             Loyola Heights, Quezon City
 341   Napao           Gabriel Josephine   Ateneo De Manila University Rizal Library             Loyola Heights, Quezon City
 342   Narciso         Ismaelita           PUP                                                   Sta. Mesa, Manila
 343   Narra           Ruby Lyn            DMMMSU-MLUC                                           La Union
 344   Natanauan       Leizle              University of Batangas                                Hilltop, Batangas City
 345   Navela          Aurora              Sacred Heart College                                  Lucena City
 346   Nera            Cristina            DLSU-Dasmariñas                                       Dasmariñas, Cavite
 347   Nimer           Gemma               Saint Louis University Laboratory Elementary school   General Luna Road, Baguio City
 348   Noces           Maria Juliana       UERM Memorial Medical Center                          69 Aurora Blvd, Q.C.
 349   Nuera           Rosette             College of the Holy Spirit                            Manila
 350   Nuesca          Nida                St. Louis College                                     San Fernando, La Union
 351   Obani           Maria Mimosa        St. Paul College                                      Pasig City
 352   Odanga          Dominga             First City Providential College                       San Jose del Monte, Bulacan
 353   Odanga          Donelyn             First City Providential College                       San Jose del Monte, Bulacan
 354   Odanga          Rhodora             First City Providential College                       San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan
 355   Odnisada        Yolanda             De La Salle University                                2401 Taft Ave., Manila
 356   Oledan          Joan                Olivarez College                                      Parañaque City
 357   Olivar          Julieta             De La Salle University                                2401 Taft Ave., Manila
 358   Olivia          Anna Liza           St. Matthew College                                   San Mateo, Rizal
 359   Ong             Olga                Technological Univ of the Phils.                      Ayala Blvd. Ermita, Manila
 360   Opu-an          Regina Flor         Lyceum of the Phils.                                  Intramuros, Manila
 361   Ordoñez         Helen               Adamson University Library                            Ermita Manila
 362   Orendain        Maria               Philippine Normal University                          Taft Avenue, Manila
 363   Orolaza         Odelyn              University of La Sallette                             Santiago City, Isabela
 364   Ortega          Myra                Colegio de San Juan de Letran                         Calamba City, Laguna
 365   Ortiz           Leuyusa             Laguna State Polytechnic University                   San Pablo City, Laguna
 366   Ortiz           Japhett             West Visayas State University                         La Paz, Iloilo City
 367   Padilla         Elizabeth           De La Salle University                                2401 Taft Ave., Manila
 368   Padilla         Diana               UST Miguel De Benavides Library                       Espana, Manila
 369   Padre           Kathy               ABE International College of Bus. & Eco.              Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija
 370   Paeste          Lolita              Silliman University                                   Dumaguete City
 371   Palattao        Teodira             Statefield School Inc.                                Bacoor, Cavite
 372   Palo            Maricris            Assumpta Technical High School                        San Simon, Pampanga
 373   Panizales       Guillermina         U.P. Manila                                           Padre Faura, Manila
 374   Paras           Christopher         St. Paul University-Quezon City                       Quezon CIty
 375   Pareño          Edna                Arellano University                                   Sampaloc, Manila
 376   Parman          Reyna               College of Engineering Lib. II                        UP Diliman, Quezon City
 377   Pasamba, SPC    Sr. Gloria          St. Paul University-Pasig                             Pasig City
 378   Pascua          Baby Lalaine        University of Batangas                                Hilltop, Batangas City
 379   Pascua          Joyce               Olivarez College – Tagaytay                           San Jose, Tagaytay City
 380   Pasion          Marilou             St. Louis University                                  Baguio City
 381   Peletina        Cherrie S.          New Era University                                    New Era, Quezon City
 382   Penalba         Reynario            DLSU-Dasmarinas                                       Dasmarinas, Cavite
 383   Perdiguerra     Jean Razzell        Olivarez College                                      Parañaque City
 384   Perez           Joy                 De La Salle Health Sciences Institute                 Dasmarinas, Cavite
 385   Perez           Dante               Virgen Milagrosa University Foundation                San Carlos, Pangasinan
 386   Pernia          Maria Teresa        San Beda College-Alabang                              Muntinlupa City
 387   Pescadera       Thelma              Adamson University                                    Ermita, Manila
 388   Pillora         Rizalyn             John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University         Molo, Iloilo City
 389   Pineda          Ma. Elvira          Adamson University                                    900 Marcelino St., Manila
 390   Pineda          Aurelia             Lipa City Colleges                                    Lipa City, Batangas
 391   Poblete         Felicitas           DLSU-Dasmarinas                                       Dasmarinas, Cavite
 392   Prasas          Clarita             Good News Christian Academy of Ifugao                 Ilogue, Tam-An, Banawe, Ifugao
 393   Primero         Richard             Urdaneta City University                              Urdaneta City, Pangasinan
 394   Pulanco         Marilyn             Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University          San Fernando, La Union
 395   Pulga           Marissa             De La Salle University                                2401 Taft Avenue, Manila
 396   Puno            Liza                St. Jude College                                      Sampaloc, Manila
 397   Puzon           Yolanda             Manila Central University                             EDSA, Caloocan City
 398   Puzon           Edward              University of Sto. Tomas                              Espana, Manila
 399   Quiambao        Nancy               Holy Angel University                                 Pampanga
 400   Quiatchon       Emil                FEU East Asia College                                 Sampaloc, Manila 1008
 401   Quidpuan        Myrna               Northern Luzon Adventist College                      Artacho Sison, Pangasinan
 402   Quintos         Kate Lora           ESS Manufacturing                                     Makati City
 403   Ragudo          Mercedita           Dominican College                                     San Juan City
 404   Rairata         Isabel Noreen       Enverga University Candelaria                         Candelaria, Quezon
 405   Ramirez         Divina              Immaculate Conception Cathedral School                39 Lantana St. Cubao, Q.C.



July – December 2009                                 PAARL Newsletter                                               15
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Paarl newsletter 2009 vol3 4

  • 1. Newsletter Philippine Association of Academic and Research Librarians Rm. 301 The National Library Building, T.M. Kalaw St., Ermita 1000 Manila Philippines http://www.dlsu.edu.ph/library/paarl Nos. 3 & 4 July – December 2009 ISSN – 0116 – 014 PAARL Steadfast at 36 CHRISTINE B. ARELLANO Left: PAARL Outreach in Bolinao, Pangasinan. 2009 was another busy and productive year Right: Participants in the National Conference @ SPCP. for the Philippine Association of Academic and Research Librarians (PAARL). Different INSIDE THIS ISSUE activities were conducted by the Association spearheaded by the PAARL Board, 1 Looking Back @ PAARL 2009 participated in by more than five hundred 4 Digital Debates on Archives, Museums, Libraries and Online Resources active members, and supported by the different book dealers, suppliers and 4 Powerful Convergence @ SPCP publishers nationwide. 5 75th National Book Week Celebration th PAARL’s 36 General Assembly, Induction of Officers and Awarding Ceremonies were held at the 6 75th National Book Week Celebration Thanksgiving Mass Homily auditorium of the National Library last January 30, 7 2009. Prof. Salvacion Arlante (1987 PAARL President), PLAI Hall of Fame Awards Given to PAARL Past Prexies University Librarian of UP Diliman, officiated the oath- 7 PAARL Outreach in Bolinao taking of the PAARL Board 2009: Elvira B. Lapuz (President); Christopher C. Paras (Vice President); 8 A Report on the 14th Congress of Southeast Asian Librarians Lourdes d.C. Roman (Secretary); Jocelyn T. Balangue (Treasurer); Veronica M. Jose (Auditor); Roderick B. 9 New PAARL Board Ramos (P.R.O.); Victoria P. Baleva, Aisa M. dela Torre and Sr. Ma. Gloria Pasamba, SPC (Directors); and 10 List of PAARL Paid Members for 2009 Loreto T. Garcia (Ex-Officio). More than 150 members, guests and exhibitors graced the occasion. 18 Lifetime Members Continued on page 2 18 Upcoming Events July – December 2009 PAARL Newsletter 1
  • 2. FEATI University opened its doors to PAARL for the public Megatrade Hall 1, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City. He forum on “Assessment Techniques and Principles in stressed that libraries should incorporate valuing in their Applying Standards for Academic Libraries” last annual budgets and statistical reports; that national February 5, 2009. Dr. Adolfo Jesus R. Gopez, FEATI organizations set the price for each service; that librarians University President, welcomed more than one hundred should benchmark around the country; and PAARL set participants who listened to the talks of Dr. Teresita G. standards and make further recommendations to invigorate Hernandez on Accreditation/ISO Standards; Hon. Corazon library and information services in the region. M. Nera on IQuaME/CHED RQUAT Standards; and Ms. Fe Angela M. Verzosa on PAARL Standards 2000. Another two-day national seminar dubbed as Towards Innovating Technical Services: Viewpoints for Advanced Another successful half-day training workshop on “Oral Resources Management was held last August 26-27 at the English Proficiency Skills for Librarians and Information National Library of the Philippines. Lecturers were Ms. Iyra Professionals” with the country’s English language guru S. Buenrostro (UPSLIS), PAARL President Ms. Elvira B. and trainer, Dr. Nilda R. Sunga as resource speaker was Lapuz (UP-Diliman), Mr. Rodolfo Y. Tarlit (UPSLIS), Mrs. conducted last March 26, 2009 at the C&E Information and Willian SA Frias (DLSU) and Mrs. Loreto T. Garcia (JRU). Resource Center in Quezon City. The speaker stressed that Director Prudenciana C. Cruz (TNL Director) welcomed the it is important to be clear, stay positive, listen actively and participants while Dr. Ponciano A. Meguito (DCS learn from experience. Superintendent) was the keynote speaker. The said event had the following objectives: to assess the current status of PAARL’s National Summer Conference was held at the Technical Services in Philippine academic libraries as to how Lyceum of Aparri in Cagayan last April 29-May 1, 2009 with it radically improved or changed the library system, the the theme “Librarians at their Best: Envisioning and library profession and the delivery of library resources and Realizing Multilevel and Progressive Readers Services.” services through advance library technologies; to learn new Resource speakers were Prof. Salvacion M. Arlante (UP) ideas and methodologies on how to perfectly manage library who discussed Partnership 2.0 to help facilitate reference resources in times of tough economic crisis and high costs of and resource training to small and least budgeted libraries materials brought about by online technologies; and to particularly in the countryside; Ms. Alicia B. Esguerra (BSU) review the existing and latest procedures, guidelines and who talked on Reader Services On Demand that identified standards in the organization and care of library resources user’s expectations in terms of adopting new technologies and identify its significance to the present day Philippine and modes of information delivery and the challenges academic libraries. involved in implementing "on the go" resources/services; Ms. Fe Angela M. Versoza (DLSU) who tackled Social Another forum on Digital Debates on Archives, Museums, Networking Literacy Skills for recasting the reader services Libraries, and Online Resources was held last September librarians’ competencies in the 21st century that entails 17, 2009 during the 30th Manila International Bookfair at various networking activities and develops strategic SMX Convention Center, SM Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay approaches for integrating these activities into a productive and cutting edge readers services; Dr. Enrique T. Cayaban City. Speakers were Mrs. Elenita D.V. Alba, Ms. Virginia E. (SMU) who lectured on Proactive and Effective Darlucio and Prof. Edgardo B. Quiros who talked on the Management of Reader’s Queries and Transactions to following topics respectively: The Current State of the explain strategic approaches in proper handling of queries National Museum of the Philippines and its Role in and transactions in reader services – online or personal; Ms. Preserving the Filipino’s Cultural Heritage and Awareness; Perla T. Garcia (DLSU) who provided insights for a better Digitizing Records at the National Archives of the Philippines; analysis and interpretation of library statistical records -- and Issues, Challenges and Perspectives of Digitization: the Data Literacy Skills; and Prof. Thelma S. Kim (SLU) who taught participants about the role of advertising, promotion NLP Experience. and public relations beginning with the library’s architectural designs to developing healthy and positive human affairs PAARL’s National Conference on “The Power of while doing reader service work-- Readers Services Convergence: Technology and Connectivity in the 21st Marketing Plans. Century Library & Information Services” at the LRC- Arts Hall of St. Paul College Pasig last October 21-23, 2009. Said A “Round-Table Discussion on PAARLNET” was held in conference had the following objectives: to explore the future cooperation with Goodwill/Bridges Bookstore last May 21, directions of libraries and librarians considering the 2009 in Glorietta 3, Makati City. This activity was conducted unstoppable trends and demands of Information and to review the MOA, gather recommendations from member Communication Technology (ICT); to discuss the vital role of libraries that will further enhance it, and identify other web technologies in enhancing the delivery of library and resource sharing activities and services that may be useful information services and how these resources can be of and beneficial to member libraries, with the end result of optimal use to establishing collaborative linkages among greater involvement and active participation from member institutions; and to train the participants in surviving the and non-member libraries. Ms. Susan O. Pador (ADMU) and present challenges of net and online technologies and Ms. Loreto T. Garcia (JRU) facilitated the event. prepare them to become thoroughly adept with the 21st century technological innovations. Speakers were Ms. Cecile Mr. Nehemias A. Pasamba facilitated PAARL’s lecture-forum F. Ingusan (Filipinas Heritage Library), Prof. Johann entitled Valuing Library Services held last June 24, 2009 Frederick A. Cabbab (UP Diliman), Prof. Lourdes T. David during the ABAP Book Fair held in the Seminar Room of (Ateneo de Manila University), Ms. Louise Ian T. Delos July – December 2009 PAARL Newsletter 2
  • 3. Reyes (Department of Science and Technology), Prof. Board was welcomed by the teachers, students and school Edgardo B. Quiros (National Library of the Philippines), and personnel of BNHS led by the School Principal, Mrs. Editha Mr. Fernan R. Dizon (Ateneo de Manila University). B. Gasilan. th During the 75 National Book Week celebration last November 24, 2009, PAARL had a forum on Disaster The year ended with a Christmas Party held last December Management in Libraries: Response and Recovery 17, 2009 at Mix of Flavors Restaurant located at Harbor View Operations for Water-related Damages with PAARL Past Square, CCP Complex, Pasay City. It was attended by out- President Ms. Fe Angela Verzosa as resource speaker at the going and in-coming PAARL Board, and past Presidents. National Library Auditorium. Through the combined efforts of the efficient officers and Different educational materials were distributed in an participative members, the aforementioned activities were outreach held last December 12, 2009 in Balingasay successfully conducted. Congratulations everyone! National High School (BNHS), Bolinao, Pangasinan. PAARL July – December 2009 PAARL Newsletter 3
  • 4. Digital Debates on Archives, Museums, Libraries and Online Resources Roderick B. Ramos More than 160 with 43 new members attended Awareness; Ms. Virginia E. Darlucio, Digitizing PAARL’s Digital Debates on Archives, Museums, Records at the National Archives of the Libraries, and Online Resources last September Philippines; and, Prof. Edgardo B. Quiros, 17, 2009 @ the 30th Manila International Issues, Challenges and Perspectives of Bookfair, SMX Convention Center, SM Mall of Digitization: the NLP Experience. Asia Complex, Pasay City. 5 registered as institutional members to PAARL, Speakers and topics were as follows: Mrs. Inc. namely La Consolacion College-Mendiola, Elenita D.V. Alba, The Current State of the STI College-Baliuag, Magsaysay Memoril National Museum of the Philippines and its Role College-Zambales, St.Mary's College-Baliuag in Preserving the Filipino’s Cultural Heritage and and STI College-Sta. Maria, Bulacan. Powerful Convergence @ SPCP Christopher C. Paras The much awaited librarian’s conference of the Dr. Castañeda also delivers a very fitting talk on the 20 most modern libraries in the world, citing the internet and year was finally put in place during PAARL’s online websites as her top references. On her final note, she 2009 National Conference on Convergence. The hails PAARL for continuously working on the professional conference was originally slated on October 21- growth of Filipino librarians and even more, challenged the 23, 2009 but due to devastating typhoons association to help the agency in furthering the policies and guidelines that comprise library standards. Ondoy and Pepeng, it was moved to November 11-13, 2009. Below are the line-up of topics, lecturers and summaries covered during the conference for the next three days. Close to about 100 participants from far north of Luzon down to Mindanao in the south, the conference was Day 1 – Nov, 11, 2009, PM Session successfully held at the premier center for basic education in the country today, St. Paul College, Pasig. Attendees are 1. Starting up a cost-free library portal for small funded mostly librarians, information professionals and IT staff libraries by Cecile F. Ingusan, Filipinas Heritage Library working in academic libraries. The farthest delegate came all the way from St. Paul University Tuguegarao in the north Participants essentially learned the basics of designing a and Jose Rizal Memorial State College, Dapitan City in the homepage that can be used to link library databases, south. catalogs, local news, policies, programs, events, etc. without a special web development software or knowledge The conference started with a solemn Opening Prayer led by of html. A step-by-step procedure on how to go about web- SPCP LRC Head, Sr. Ma. Gloria B. Pasamba, spc. Her prayer hosting and effective search for free web-hosting sites and undoubtedly touches the heart of every participant as it was services were also discussed. presented in slides full of hope with resounding music of faith in chorus. The warm thoughts of Sr. Teresita Baricaua, 2. Podcasting and Vodcasting in Academic Libraries and spc, Directress of SPCP during her welcoming remarks felt Media Centers by Prof. Johann Frederick A. Cabbab, UP an environment of home away from home for the delegates Diliman to stay in the next three days. She also took pride of showcasing the SPCP profile, achievements, its missions The speaker practically demonstrated the process of and objectives in a five-minute streaming video creating podcasts and vodcasts and how this technology can presentation focusing on child’s holistic development enhance or promote learning in the library. Discussion on through Paulinian education. how to effectively implement the program highlighted the session. Newly appointed CHED-NCR Director Dr. Catherine Q. Castañeda graced the opening ceremonies on behalf of Day 2 – Nov. 12, 2009, AM & PM Sessions CHED Chairman Emmanuel Y. Angeles. In her Keynote Address, she discussed the latest CHED programs and its 3. Library without walls: it’s time to go mobile future undertakings in terms of curricular revisions, Mobile hi- tech media services are currently the rage among extension of college years and compliance of faculty students. How these devices can be used for meaningful members in earning at least a master’s degree in 2010 to library purposes? This session demonstrated to librarians on qualify for teaching. how to explore and use blogs, RSS feeds and library mobile initiatives. July – December 2009 PAARL Newsletter 4
  • 5. This session provided a comprehensive overview on digital 4. Securing the Use of Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) in Libraries libraries; its development, design, and management from by Prof. Lourdes T. David, ADMU ICT to library information management skills. The technical issues of digital libraries were thoroughly discussed, citing While everyone likes the convenience of wireless ADMU Rizal Library as an example and other similar environment in the library, it comes with several challenges projects and research already undertaken. such as data security, rogue access points, censorship and As a culminating activity of the conference, PAARL treated breaking of security keys. This session recommended some the participants to a Fellowship Dinner and a series of wireless security scheme that is manageable and tackled library tours and visits. First stop is at the St. Paul College effective measures and policies to promote responsible use Learning Resource Center. A large collection of instructional of wi-fi within the library premises. media in various formats were showcased by the SPCP LRC along with its unique museum collections of Sisters of St. 5. Free and Open Source Library Systems by Ms. Louise Ian Paul de Chartes. T. Delos Reyes, DOST In an off-campus tour, the elegance and corporate Participants were able to explore and became aware of open ambiance of the Ortigas Library Foundation greeted PAARL source software in the net, its advantages and on its second stop. This special library which is located at disadvantages and the feasibility of using it to construct a the heart of Ortigas Ave. highly specializes in preservation truly integrated library system and help serve the academic and conservation of the Philippines’ rare materials and needs of the institution. documents. Its complete and state-of-the-art technologies and equipment greatly amazed the participants while 6. Streaming video models and presentation tools for library touring around the 24/7 operated air-conditioned facility. orientation by Prof. Edgardo B. Quiros, National Library of The library also takes pride of its rich Filipiniana collections the Phils. and seasonal photo exhibits about the Philippines which can be borrowed by request by any interesed institutions. The speaker featured the use of video-streamed library instruction as a guided online alternative to promote library Just across Ortigas avenue is the Asian Development Bank services for distance learners. Participants learned the basic Library where the last visit of the group took place. Mrs. steps in capturing, recording and organizing images, videos Nelia Balagapo, Senior Information Specialist warmly and sound using Camtasia. The best and improved received the participants in 10-minute slides orientation of presentation tools for creating excellent library instruction ADB library’s profile, services and facilities. In her address, were also explored. she mentioned that the library geared towards developing a digital environment which is manifested on its vast Day 3 – Nov. 13, 2009, AM Session acquisitions of online research databases, e-books and e- journals that runs through its high end and security 7. Digital library initiatives in Philippine academic libraries: protected library technologies and systems. Its book and the Ateneo Rizal Library Experience by Mr. Fernan R. Dizon, online collections generally covers economics, business and ADMU banking industry subjects. 75th National Book Week Celebration Roderick B. Ramos Right after Rev. Fr. Paul Ma. M. De Vera, O.S.B. example is a great way to start. Her thoughts shared about three seeds of librarianship in a and wishes were heightened all the more when mass celebrating the 75th National Book Week TNL choir sang with their lovely rendition of celebration on November 24, 2009 @ 10am Sumusumpa ako, aalagan ko... ang kalikasan (TNL Auditorium), Cultural Affairs Officer na kapaligiran ko... ng pagmumulan ito ng Martha Buckley, United States Embassy, for her bagong pag-asa. invaluable contribution, received a certificate of appreciation from 2009 National Book Week Library guru and an idol of many, Ms. Angela Committee led by PLAI President Lilia F. Verzosa iterated about the need for library Echiverri. readiness and strong management in a lecture- forum on Disaster Management in Libraries: Ms. Buckley, keynote speaker with the theme Response and Recovery Operations for Water- "Kaaya-ayang Magbasa sa Kapaligirang Kay related Damages" @ 2pm. More than 85 heads Ganda," urged libraries, librarians, teachers, attended and listened to Ms. Verzosa (2009 parents, kids and everyone to be environmental PLAI Hall of Fame Awardee with fellow recipient leaders of the community. She said that each Salvacion M. Arlante, UP Library Director) in the can have a great impact to communities auditorium of The National Library of the through wise environmental choices. That, this Philippines. can be done at all levels- national, local or through individual actions where leading by July – December 2009 PAARL Newsletter 5
  • 6. 75thNational Book Week Celebration Thanksgiving Mass November 24, 2009 Celebrant- Fr. Paul de Vera,OSB (Homily) Dear sisters and brothers and friends: asked everyone to sit down except Jaime. He looked at him intently, and made the announcement: "Behold your next The STORY OF THE SEED has continuously inspired me university librarian. His name is Jaime. Jaime was stunned. profoundly and today, I am going to share it with you He could not believe what he heard. He was appointed hoping that you derive as much inspiration from it as I do university librarian when he could not even grow his seed. ever time I share it. Then the president revealed to his employees: "I gave the three senior librarians boiled seeds; they were dead- it was The university librarian has just retired and the university not possible for them to germinate. When the seeds "failed" president is in a quandary who to choose as the next to grow, the two librarians got another seed, and grew university librarian from among the three senior librarians them into these beautiful plants now. It was only Jaime who who are equally competent, loyal, and committed to their had the courage to bring an empty pot, and the jobs. honesty to tell what really happened. Therefore, he deserves to be appointed. Confronted by this dilemma, the university president then summoned the three to his office, and said, "I am going to My dear friends, you might ask the relevance of the story to give each one of you a SEED today- one very special seed. I what we are celebrating today - the 75th National Book want you to plant the seed, water it, and care for it. A year Week. It is this. Librarianship is a kind of seed. It is from today, you are to come back to me and bring with you entrusted to us. It has to be nourished, like updating our whatever has become of the seed that I gave you today. I competence with graduate studies, attendance to will then judge the plants that you bring, and the one that I conferences, seminars, reading newly published books, etc. will choose will be the next university librarian." It has to be protected too. Challenges, barriers and obstacles are aplenty. It is what we make of it and how we After receiving their respective seed, they went home respond to them that reinforces our leadership thus proving excitedly. One of the three senior librarians, Jaime, told his once again what Scriptures say- whatever you sow, you wife the story. And with her help, Jaime got a pot, soil, and shall reap. Plant honesty and reap trust. Plant goodness and compost and planted the seed. Everyday, he would water it reap friendship. Plant humility and reap greatness. Plant and watch to see if it had grown. After three weeks or so, perseverance and reap contentment. Plant consideration the other two librarians would talk about their seeds and and reap reconciliation. Plant faith in GOD and reap an share how each plant is beginning to grow. abundant harvest. Then it's time to ask, "What are you planting now." Jaime kept checking on his seed, but nothing ever grew. He waited patiently and continued to take care of the seed. The library profession is a sacred task. President Barack Days passed. Then weeks. Then months. And finally, the Obama beautifully said it in an earlier speech to a group of year is over. The day of reckoning has finally come. Jaime American librarians entitled: "BOUND TO THE WIND" where did not say anything to his colleagues. He was so he paraphrased the "Prologue of Saint John's Gospel (1:1)" disappointed that all his efforts, and hard work, watering "in the beginning was the Word," and added, "it could not and fertilizing the soil, weeding, etc., nothing grew. He but stir a fire in all our souls that what we do is SACRED. thought he killed the seed, Jaime told his wife that he would When librarians ply their trade of preserving the Word, not take and empty pot with him. But his loving wife urged sacred and secular, we are engaged in a PROFOUND him to be honest and tell the university president what MINISTRY. We are stewards of a sacred trust of treasuring happened. Jaime thought it was going to be the most the best civilization has ever thought and shared. We are embarrassing moment of his professional career, but he also the guides that lead our patrons to embark on this knew his wife was right. He had to tell the truth, and be treasure hunt, that can never be satisfied, and this thirst honest. When he arrived at the meeting place, he was can never be quenched. It is an inexhaustible search for amazed at the variety of plants grown by the other two knowledge and wisdom. It is an important factor preserving librarians. They were beautiful and healthy looking plants- culture and creating community." (Editorial, Catholic Library in all shapes and sizes. As Jaime put down his pot on the World, September 2005, vol. 76, no. 1) floor, many of his fellow librarians laughed, a few felt sorry for him. And we add that librarians who take seriously and perform well this mandate of the library profession are the true, When the university president arrived, he surveyed the great, and unsung heroes of all times and climes. They room, and greeted everyone. Jaime tried hard to hide select, gather, organize, and preserve thought and the himself at the back. "My, how lovely these plants are! Truly, freedom to access it. They welcome one and all regardless they are beautiful. And today, one of the three senior of race, age, profession, beliefs, or intelligence, to sit at the librarians will become the universitv librarian_"he said. table of the circle of knowledge and have their fill, endlessly. The president invited Jaime to join him in front. He asked him what happened to his seed - sadly, Jaime told Only then can we put meaning and fulfillment to this year's everybody the story of his seed. At this point, the president beautiful book week theme:"Kaaya-ayang Magbasa sa Kapaligirang Kay Ganda." God bless vou and vour loved ones. July – December 2009 PAARL Newsletter 6
  • 7. PLAI HALL OF FAME AWARDS GIVEN TO PAARL PAST PREXIES Elvira B. Lapuz Past PAARL presidents Prof. Salvacion M. Arlante (1987) and Ms. Fe Angela M. Verzosa (2000 and 2004) were honored as the 2009 PLAI Hall of Fame awardees in a ceremony held at the Heritage Hotel in Pasay City last November 27 coinciding with the PLAI Congress and General Asembly. In the plaques given to the awardees it says: “for her invaluable contributions in the field of librarianship; for her services in various capacities in different library associations; for sharing expertise as a resource speaker in various seminars and conferences here and abroad, above all for being an epitome for the library and information science profession.” Likewise, three more past PAARL presidents were given the PLAI Service Awards. They are Lolita S. Gonzales(1988) Rodolfo Y. Tarlit (1990), and Zoraida Bartolome(1996) for their exemplary dedication and commitment to the PLAI through their invaluable services in various capacities for the past years. Congratulations!! You sure made us proud!! PAARL Outreach in Bolinao Loreto T. Garcia & Roderick B. Ramos Early hours in the morning of December 12, decided to pack their things and went to 2009 PAARL Board left for Balingasay National Bolinao, Pangasinan in order to share the High School, Bolinao, Pangasinan for a very Yuletide blessings with the students and faculty warm group of teachers, students and school members of Balinsangay National High School. personnel led by Mrs. Editha B. Gasilan (Principal) through an entertaining turn over After more than six hours of travel by two cars, ceremony program of educational materials PAARL on board were recharged with with some novel and souvenir items collected excitement & joy in their hearts as well as by PAARL, Inc. smiles on their lips when the packages of reference books and other reading materials Mrs. Gasilan felt honored and thanked the were unbundled in the presence of selected Association headed by Ms. Elvira Lapuz students and their teachers. In gratitude, the (President). Mr. Christopher Paras (Vice- recipients rendered a short program to President) visited her previously to inform them acknowledge the gifts and the givers. that the library of Balingasay National High School will be the recipient of educational “R & R” or Rest and Recreation ensued to materials. conclude and mark all the target projects and activities lined up for the year. Although Mrs, Gasilan fervently prays that PAARL, Inc. challenges were met along the way, surely continues to extend such valued help and victories were at hand. The group proceeded to opportunities for the development of the school rest at Sun View Beach Resort on the same leading to the attainment of quality education in day. Later in the afternoon, they drove to Balingasay, Bolinao, Pangasinan. Mrs. Fely B. Bolinao’s Lighthouse and traced the history of Pascua emceed the program. the place during the Japanese occupation; to Cindy’s Cave to see the miracles of nature and REACHING OUT… a Reflection thanked God for the dawning of the day with its beautiful sunset by the sea. Reaching out to you, do you feel it too? Loving you is all I want to do In behalf of the members, benefactors and I am completely sure, never felt this way before sponsors of PAARL, the Board attended the When I smile you know that there is something afternoon mass last December 13, 2009 to more… thank God and our Lady of Manaog for all the blessings they had poured and will continue to Truly, there were something more in thoughts, shower upon the association. words and deeds among the BOARD MEMBERS and benefactor of PAARL 2009 when they July – December 2009 PAARL Newsletter 7
  • 8. A Report on the 14th Congress of Southeast Asian Librarians (CONSAL XIV) Diony M. Angeles When we arrived at Vietnam, the first place we landed at library because they do not always recognize the value of was Ho Chi Minh City. It is (formerly Sai Gon) and is the library. largest city in Viet Nam, situated in the South. It has an area of 2,095 square kilometers, and 6 millions inhabitants Another major area of change in libraries is the whole (in 2006). It is the commercial, scientific, technological, publishing field. More and more materials are being and industrial centre of the South. The city has highly published electronically. Journals are being accessed online developed infrastructure and a comprehensive service and in databases. There are also online books as e-books. industry. Trace of history and culture dating back hundreds Technology has had a tremendous effect on how libraries of years can be seen in Ho Chi Minh City, with a remarkable operate and serve their users. diversity still seen today. The diversity manifests not only through the style and size of the works, but also through Another area which is beginning to gain more attention the cultural lifestyle of the inhabitants. from libraries is the whole area of preservation of cultural heritage and archival materials. Several additional areas From Ho Chi Minh City, we took another plane to Hanoi. that libraries are being asked to address, particularly in Hanoi is the Capital of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam, academic libraries, are information literacy, student learning as well as the cultural, political, economic, and commercial outcomes, and the assessment and quality of services. centre of the whole country. Dr. Oyler also emphasized that a strong customer service CONSAL XIV General Conference took place on April 21-23, attitude is essential in order to be a good librarian and to 2009 at Melia Hanoi Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam. Over 800 assist users in locating the information they need to librarians and information professionals from 24 countries in function in today's world. This strong customer service South East Asia and other regions in the world participated attitude will enable us to help users to learn how to in CONSAL XIV General Conference. The Conference's evaluate the information that they locate in order to make theme "Towards Dynamic Libraries and Information sure it is accurate and up-to-date. It will also enable us to Services in Southeast Asian Countries" provided a forum help faculty and students to use information to carry out for participants to exchange ideas. view points and their research and create new knowledge. practices as well as to share experience in different fields to enhance dynamism and effectiveness in library and Another point that Dr. Oyler emphasized is the marketing information practices in respective countries. of and advocating for libraries. Library advocacy and marketing are critical in this era of great technological The Opening Ceremony at the Grand Ball Room was development and online access to information because welcomed by the cultural presentations of cute many of our university administrators, government officials Vietnamese children who performed cultural dances in and our users can find the information they need on the colorful costumes. They also rendered song numbers in internet and that some think they no longer need libraries Vietnamese language. Their presentations and wonderful and librarians. performance were very refreshing especially for the participants coming from a long and tiring travel. These Dr. Oyler also pointed out that scholarly communication activities were followed by the Flag Parade of the 10 and publishing are undergoing major changes as we move member countries of Southeast Asia. For the Philippines, it from print to electronic formats to distribute and store was represented by Atty. Tony Santos, Ms. Lily Echeviere, research and information. Libraries and librarians must PLAI President and the National Library Director Mrs. Nanie play a critical role in educating our users as to what Cruz. scholarly communication is and the role the library can play in assisting the faculty, students and other researchers in The President of Vietnam Library Association read the the process of conducting research. message from the IFLA President 2007-2009 Claudia Lux. This was followed by a message from a UNESCO She also mentioned that technology has been one of the representative, welcome remarks by Ms. Jan Fullerton greatest forces in changing the work of the library and it representing CDNLAO; Ms. Deborah Jacobs, Deputy will continue to do so. She advised that we must always Director of Global Libraries, Bill and Melinda Gates stay current of what is happening with technology and what Foundation and by several keynote speakers. . technologies our users are using. In the keynote speech of Dr. Patricia G. Oyler, Associate She also discussed library standards, best practices, Dean and Professor of Library and Information Science at preservation of cultural heritage, assessment of library Simmons College Graduate School of Library and services and the impact of developments on Southeast Information Science, Boston, Massachusettes, she Asian libraries. emphasized that there are so many developments happening in libraries, archives and museums nowadays. Southeast Asian libraries should also develop advocacy Marketing and advocating for the library including library campaigns and educate their librarians to advocate for services are critical activities in today's economy. We must libraries in areas of service, access to information, support inform our users, who are becoming more technologically for library staff, development of strong publishing savvy, about our services and how we can help them. We industries, library education and materials. must continually inform our users about the role of the July – December 2009 PAARL Newsletter 8
  • 9. Cooperation among libraries in the Southeast Asian Vietnam is a country of many unique culinary delights. The countries must continue to develop. We must work together delicacies, whether popular or luxurious, made from raw and share ideas, technology, knowledge and education to materials, present their own distinctive flavours and be successful in the global world. Education is the greatest meticulous preparations. development tool. Noodle soup (Pho) is always the first delicacy to be The rest of the activities were mostly done in parallel mentioned in the talks about the gastronomy of Ha Noi. It sessions. There were instances that the parallel sessions is served with chicken meat and other sorts of meat, but were all interesting topics which made it hard to decide to noodle soup served with beef is still preferred to by which session one has to attend. There were gourmets. speakers/paper presenters from the following countries.: USA, Hongkong, Singapore, Indonesia, Sweden, Malaysia, The currency of Viet Nam is the Dong (VND). Notes are Thailand, Lao PDR, Brunei, New Zealand, Japan, Cambodia, available in paper denomination of 500,000; 100,000; Vietnam, Trinidad and Tobago, Germany and Philippines. 50,000; 20,000; 10,000; 5,000; 1,000; 500, 200 and 100 VND, and also as coin in denominations of 5,000; 2,000; From the Philippines, the paper presenters were: Mrs. Mila 1,000; 500; and 200 VND. Throughout the country, Medina Ramos on the topic "The CGIAR Virtual Library: American dollars are widely accepted. Harnessing New Technologies for Scholarly Access to Agricultural Information; Ms. Elizabeth R. Peralejo on I would like to sincerely thanks the 2009 PAARL Board and "Ensuring a Continuing Professional Education (CPE) among Officers and the Scholarship Committee for their approval of Registered Librarians in the Philippines"; Ms. Fraulein my request to sponsor my registration fee to attend Agcambot Oclarit on the topic "The Democratizing Reading CONSAL XIV at Hanoi, Viet Nam. I will forever be grateful Among Mindanaoan (DReAM) Children Project: to PAARL for this wonderful and enriching experience. Participatory Approaches to Creating Socially - Inclusive Learning Spaces"; Ms. Elvira P. Lapuz on "The Philippine More power and success to PAARL! Association of Academic and Research Librarians (PAARL) in the Service of Library and Information Professionals in the Country" and Mr. Vernon "Von" Totanes on the topic "Southeast Asian Resources Online". New PAARL Board for 2010 There were also many exhibits and exhibitors as well as Fe Angela M. Verzosa product presentations. During the Closing Ceremony the CONSAL Outstanding Congratulations to the newly elected Board for Librarian was awarded. The Conference Summary Report 2010 led by Christopher Paras (incoming was delivered by the Chairman of the CONSAL XIV President), Roderick Ramos (VP), Aisa dela Organizing Committee Ms. Pham The Khang. There was Torre (Treasurer), Sonia Gementiza also the Turnover Ceremony of CONSAL flag to the host country of CONSAL XV, Indonesia. The closing remark (Secretary), Ana Fresnido (PRO) and Veronica was delivered by the Leader of the Ministry of Culture, Jose (Auditor). Those who also made it to the Sports and Tourism of Vietnam. incoming Board are: Victoria Baleva, Erlinda Gonzalez, and Sr. A farewell dinner was hosted by the Vietnam Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism at the Thang Long Ball Room Gloria Pasamba. of the Melia Hotel. The third day of the conference was reserved for the libraries and cultural visits. Among the The election of the officers for 2010 was held places included for visitation were: Ha Long Bay, National during the Christmas Party hosted by the Library of Vietnam, Temple of Literature, Hanoi City Library, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh Museum, Hanoi outgoing and the incoming Board members, University of Technology"s Library and Ethnology Museum. which was held last 17 December at Mix of Flavors Restaurant, located at Harbor View I considered my tour/visit to Ha Long Bay as the most Square, CCP Complex, Pasay City. memorable part of my attendance to CONSAL XIV. Ha Long Bay is situated in Quang Ninh Province, 180km northeast of Ha Noi. It was recognized by UNESCO as a Gracing the occasion were past Presidents Sally World Natural Heritage Site in 1994, and was recognized Arlante, Rod Tarlit, Fe Angela Verzosa, Venie by the organization for a second time in 2000 for its Sajorda, Susan Pador, Lolita Gonzales, and geomorphologic value. Marietta Molina. Most of the Islands in Ha Long retain a primitive beauty. Visitors to Ha Long Bay admire its splendor and the Official proclamation shall be made during the amazing harmony of sea, sky, clouds, water and land; and Annual General Assembly scheduled on 29 get meet many hospitable and kind-hearted people. January 2010 at St. Paul University Quezon A historical gift specifically the replica of the Temple of City. Literature was given to the Conference participants as a token by the conference organizers. I am PAARL July – December 2009 PAARL Newsletter 9
  • 10. List of PAARL Paid Members for 2009 Prepared by Aisa M. dela Torre No. LAST NAME FIRST NAME INSTITUTION INSTITUTION ADDRESS 1 Abdala Ma. Pretty Lay Bulacan State University Malolos City, Bulacan 2 Abella Maria Salvacion A. University of Regina Carmeli City of Malolos, Bulacan 3 Abellera Evelyn Far Eastern University Nicanor St., Sampaloc, Manila 4 Abes Normalyn Holy Trinity College Puerto Princesa City, Palawan 5 Ablay Ma. Penafrancia Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges Penafrancia Avenue, Naga City 6 Acar Jeddahtrict Bulacan Polytechnic College Malolos, Bulacan 7 Adriano Lucila UST Miguel De Benavides Library Espana, Manila 8 Alavanza Fe Jose Rizal Memorial State College Dapitan City 9 Alayon Stephen Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center Tigbauan, Iloilo 5021 10 Alba Teresita San Beda College-Alabang Muntinlupa City 11 Albay Alva Adventist University of the Philippines Puting Kahoy, Silang, Cavite 12 Alberto Leilanie Olivarez College Parañaque City 13 Alcantara Aileenette Colegio de San Juan de Letran Intramuros, Manila 14 Alcazar Nomer UP Center for Ethnomusicology UP Diliman, Quezon City 15 Alenzuala Reysa US. Embassy Roxas Blvd. Manila 16 Aler Olivia St. Scholastica's College 2560 C. Guinto St. Manila 17 Alipis Ferdinand Angelo Assumption College Makati City 18 Aliwalas Anabelle De La Salle University 2401 Taft Avenue, Manila 19 Allayban Roselyn Philippine Science High School Ilocos Region Campus San Ildefonso, Ilocos Sur 20 Alonzo Arlene Mapua Institute of Technology Muralla, Intramuros, Manila 21 Alonzo Madonna UST Miguel De Benavides Library Espana, Manila 22 Alueta Jae Anne Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School Camarin, Caloocan 23 Amomoy Susan Asian Development Bank Ortigas Center, Pasig City 24 Amurao Minda Adventist Univ. of the Phils. Puting Kahoy, Silang, Cavite 25 Angala Ryan Jay Our Lady of Fatima University Antipolo City 26 Angeles Marilen Elizabeth Seton School Imus, Cavite 27 Aquino Edlyn National Teachers College Quiapo, Manila 28 Aquino Bernadette Bantayog ng nga Bayani Foundation EDSA cor. Quezon Ave, QC 29 Aquino Maria Ana PLT College, Inc. Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya 30 Araceli Alfonso (Fr.) Christ the King Mission Seminary E. Rodriguez, Quezon City 31 Arellano Christine DSM Manila Makati City 32 Argel Kiezel SSC-Westgrove Ayala Heights, Silang, Cavite 33 Arguelles Victor University of Batangas Batangas City 34 Atibagos Anthony Technological Institute of the Philippines (TIP) Cubao, Quezon City 35 Atienza Cecilia Manila Central University Caloocan City 36 Austria Carmelita International Rice Research Institute DAPO Box 7777, Metro Manila 37 Austria Jacqueline Statefield School Inc. Molino III, Bacoor, Cavite 38 Bachiller Ross Office of the Special Prosecutor - Ombudsman Commonwealth Ave., QC 39 Bacud Evelyn Colegio De san Juan de Letran - Calamba Calamba City, Laguna 40 Badiola Lorena Surigao State College of Technology San Juan, Surigao City 41 Bagita Anne Paula West Visayas State Univ. College of Medicine La Paz, Iloilo City 42 Baha Anthony De La Salle Health Sciences Institute Dasmariñas, Cavite 43 Balangue Jocelyn De La Salle University 2401 Taft Avenue, Manila 44 Balenbin Shandee St. Scholastica's College 2560 Leon Guinto St., Manila 45 Balenbin Gabriel Don Bosco – Makati Brgy San Lorenzo, Makati City 46 Baleva Victoria Centro Escolar University Mendiola, Manila 47 Baliton Fely Saint Mary's University Bayombong, Nueva Viscaya 48 Balles Magdalena Batanes State College Basco, Batanes 49 Banaag Antonina University of Batangas Hilltop, Batangas City 50 Banal Kareen Ateneo De Manila University Rizal Library Loyola Heights, Quezon City 51 Banal Angelica Trinity University of Asia Cathedral Heights, Q.C. 52 Banera Melinda Lyceum of Aparri Aparri, Cagayan 53 Banhaw Fatima West Visayas State University Luna St., La Paz, Iloilo City 54 Banqued Charina Sienna College Quezon City 55 Baon Almira Univ. Of Perpetual Help System Dalta Molino, Cavite 56 Baquiran Catherine Saint Mary's University Bayombong, Nueva Viscaya 57 Barredo Erlinda Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila Intramuros, Manila 58 Barsaga Agnes De La Salle University 2401 Taft Avenue, Manila 59 Bate Ray Ann Central Colleges of the Phils. Aurora Blvd. Quezon City 60 Baui Evelinda St. Paul University Phils. Tuguegarao City 61 Bautista Ronald Allan Mallig Plains College Mallig, Isabela 62 Bautista Sonia Angelicum College Quezon Ave., Quezon City July – December 2009 PAARL Newsletter 10
  • 11. 63 Baylon Ma. Teresa PNU Agusan Campus Agusan Del Sur 64 Bebeng Jane Aquinas University of Legaspi Rawis, Legaspi City 65 Belate Imelda Camarines Sur Polytechnic College Penafrancia Avenue, Naga City 66 Bellosillo Leslie St. Scholastica's College 2560 Leon Guinto St. Malate Mla. 67 Bernal Joselito St. Mary's Angels College of Pampanga San Pedro Sta. Ana Pampanga 68 Biluan Marigold Jessica Western Visayas College of Science and Technology Iloilo City 69 Bismanos Precious Colegio de San Lorenzo Q.C. Project 6, Quezon City 70 Bitancur Arman STI-College Cubao, Quezon City 71 Bitmal Wilma Southern Phils Institute of Science & Technology Anabu I-A, Imus, Cavite 72 Bolina Jennifer College of Engineering Lib. II UP Diliman, Quezon City 73 Bombales Carmela Ateneo Professional School Library Rockwell Drive,Makati City 74 Bonalos Marichu Central Mindanao University Musuan, Bukidnon 75 Bondoc Ismaila PUP Sta Mesa, Manila 76 Bongalos Florbella De La Salle University 2401 Taft Avenue, Manila 77 Bonita Virginia Emilio Aguinaldo College Ermita, Manila 78 Borjal Roderick De La Salle University 2401 Taft Avenue, Manila 79 Brillo Eva Far Eastern University Sampaloc, Manila 80 Britanico Luvimin University of Batangas Hilltop, Batangas City 81 Buels Marietta U.P. Manila Taft Ave., Manila 82 Buenaflor Estela La Consolacion College Mendiola, Manila 83 Buenaventura Seony University of Perpetual Help Calamba, Laguna 84 Bugaling Eva Rose Saint Mary's University Bayombong, Nueva Viscaya 85 Bugarin Noemi Jose Rizal University Mandaluyong City 86 Burillo Jeanette Philippine Heart Center East Ave., Quezon City 87 Bustamante Leonila San Beda College Mendiola, Manila 88 Caasi Marybel College of Allied Medical Professions U.P. Manila, Taft Ave., Manila 89 Caballes Anabel Our Lady of Fatima University-Valenzuela Valenzuela City 90 Cabance Maria Teresa Dept. of Labor and Employment Intramuros, Manila 91 Cabantog Joanne Manresa School BF Homes, Parañaque City 92 Cabantog Noemi St. Paul (Univ.) College Pasig Pasig City 93 Cabato Florita Eastern Samar State University Borongan, Eastern, Samar 94 Cabonero David Saint Mary's University Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya 95 Cabonero Anabelle Saint Mary's University Bayombong, Nueva Viscaya Maria Theresa 96 Cabos Micaela St. Joseph School Gagalangin, Tondo, Manila 97 Calimag Delia Enderun Colleges PWU Taft Ave., Manila 98 Calingasan Lourdes Fatima UST Miguel De Benavides Library Espana, Manila 99 Calion Annie St. Therese-MTC Colleges Magdalo St. La Paz, Iloilo City 100 Calion Annie St. Therese-MTC Colleges M.H. del Pilar St. Molo, Iloilo City 101 Calion Annie St. Therese-MTC Colleges Brgy. Tan Pael, Tigbauan, Iloilo 102 Calzado Luzviminda Sacred Heart College 1 Merchant St., Lucena City 103 Camaya Leah Marie Colegio de San Juan de Letran Intramuros, Manila 104 Cambay Ludivina De La Salle University – Dasmariñas Dasmariñas, Cavite 105 Caña Mercy Manresa School BF Homes, Parañaque City 106 Cantos Josefina St. Mary's College Baliuag, Bulacan 107 Capellan Ethel Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific Kamayan Mariveles Bataan 108 Capule Jenneth UST Miguel De Benavides Library Espana, Manila 109 Carreon Lea College of Engineering Lib. II UP Diliman, Quezon City 110 Casala Amelita University of Batangas Hilltop, Batangas City 111 Castillo Bernie Manuel S. Enverga Institute Foundation, Inc. San Antonio, Quezon 112 Castro Maria Nimfa U.P. Manila Padre Faura, Manila 113 Castro Merlita Univ. of Perpetual Help System-Calamba Calamba, Laguna 114 Cauilan Bob De La Salle University 2401 Taft Ave., Manila 115 Cayaban Enrique Saint Mary's University Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya 116 Chavez Marites Congressional National High School Dasmariñas Cavite 117 Chua Raymond Melvin College of Engineering Library II UP, Diliman, Quezon City 118 Chua Marrisa Don Bosco – Makati Brgy. San Lorenzo, Makati City 119 Clemente Nora Northwestern University Airport Avenue, Laoag City 120 Colinio Jean St. Louis College San Fernando, La Union 121 Conejo Fresca UP College of Law UP Diliman, Quezon City 122 Cordova Cynthia De La Salle University 2401 Taft Avenue, Manila 123 Corona Janelyn New Era University New Era, Quezon City 124 Corong May University of Batangas Hilltop, Batangas City 125 Corpuz Anicia Ateneo De Manila University Rizal Library Loyola Heights, Quezon City 126 Corpuz Laura San Beda College Mendiola, Manila 127 Correa Helen National Teachers College Quiapo, Manila 128 Coscos Edna Mater Dei College Cabulijan Tubigon, Bohol 6329 129 Credo Jorgia Trinity University of Asia 275 E. Rodriguez Sr, Blvd.Q.C. 130 Crisostomo Lopita St. Mary's Academy Pasay City July – December 2009 PAARL Newsletter 11
  • 12. 131 Cruz Patricia Arellano University Sampaloc, Manila 132 Cruz Angelica Frances UST Miguel De Benavides Library Espana, Manila 133 Cruz Jonathan Univ of Regina Carmeli City of Malolos, Bulacan 134 Cruz Teresita Bantayog ng nga Bayani Foundation EDSA cor. Quezon Ave, QC 135 Cruz Prudenciana National Library of the Phils. T.M. Kalaw St., Manila 136 Cuizon Juanita Pamantasan ng Cabuyao Banay-Banay, Cabuyao, Laguna 137 Cullano Dolores National Teachers College Quiapo, Manila 138 Dahilong Emeliana Lyceo de Cagayan de University Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City 139 Dalida Nelita John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University M.H. del Pilar St., Molo, Iloilo City 140 Daligdig Amor Colegio de San Juan De Letran Brgy. Bucal, Calamba City 141 Dalimot Olivia Northwestern University Airport Avenue, Laoag City 142 Dalmacio Alfred Asian Development Bank Mandaluyong City 143 David Sonia Lourdes Ateneo Professional School Library Rockwell Drive, Makati City 144 David Lourdes Ateneo de Manila Rizal Library Loyola Heights, Q.C. 145 De Castro Edna Univ. of Asia and the Pacific Ortigas Center, Pasig City 146 De Castro Tessie San Beda College Mendiola, Manila 147 De Guzman Paulita Ateneo Professional School Library Rockwell Drive, Makati City 148 de Jesus Carolyn Colegio de San Juan de Letran Intramuros, Manila 149 De la Cersa Aida Cebu Normal University Cebu City 150 De la Cruz Sheila Bulacan State University Malolos, Bulacan 151 De la Cruz Jer Isagani Bantayog ng nga Bayani Foundation EDSA cor. Quezon Ave, QC 152 De la Cruz Johna PWU - JASMS, Q.C. EDSA, Q.C. 153 De la Cruz Mary Jhoanne University of Southern Philippines Foundation Lahug, Cebu City 154 De la Torre Aisa Ateneo Professional Schools Library Rockwell Center, Makati City 155 De Leon Virginia Philippine Womens University Quezon Avenue Quezon city 156 De los Reyes Sheryl Arellano University Sampaloc, Manila 157 De los Reyes Louise Ian Metro-Dagupan Colleges Dagupan City, Pangasinan 158 De los Santos Sr. Myra Congregation of Dominican Sisters of St. Catherine Quezon City 159 De los Santos Irene Naga College Foundation Liboton St., Naga City 160 De Nully Corazon Centro Escolar University Mendiola, Manila 161 De Padua Elaine Arellano University Pag-asa St. Caniogan, Pasig City 162 De Paz Joebert De La Salle University – Dasmariñas Dasmariñas, Cavite 163 De Vera Paul (Fr.) San Beda College Mendiola, Manila 164 De Vera Lydia Centro Escolar University Mendiola, Manila 165 Del Mundo Rosela Jose Rizal University Binangonan, Rizal 166 Del Rosario Maria Nora OB Montessori Center Inc. Greenhills, San Juan City 167 Del Valle Carmelita Philippine Normal University Taft Avenue, Manila 168 Dela Cruz Lerma Northwestern University Airport Avenue, Laoag City 169 Dela Cruz Maribel Lipa City Colleges Lipa City, Batangas 170 Delfin Simeona St. Scholastica's College Malate, Manila 171 Diaron Rina St. Louis University Baguio City 172 Diaz Emilia Meycauyan College City of Meycauyan, Bulacan 173 Diaz Fe Notre Dame of Marbel University Marbel, South Cotabato 174 Dilidili Analiza Cavite State University Indang, Cavite 175 Dimzon Salvacion Santo Niño Catholic School Taguig City 176 Dinglasan Jacqueline Olivarez College Parañaque City 177 Dioniso Rosario University of La Sallette Santiago City, Isabela 178 Dizon Mercedes Jose Rizal University Mandaluyong City 179 Ducat Isabel New Era University New Era, Quezon City 180 Ebreo Aguido University of Batangas Batangas City 181 Echiverri Lilia U.P. Law Library UP Diliman, Quezon City 182 Efondo Leonisa Mapua Institute of Technology Muralla, Intramuros, Manila 183 Empemano Leticia PUP Sta. Mesa, Manila 184 Empeynado Florence Jose Rizal Memorial State College Katipunan, Zamboanga del Norte 185 Encina Jhenny Colegio de San Juan De Letran Brgy. Bucal Calamba City 186 Enem Nolie PMA Library Baguio City 187 Enriquez Miriam Angelicum College Quezon City 188 Enriquez Ophelia Manila Central University Caloocan City 189 Enteria Liceria Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University San Fernando City, La Union 190 Equilos Zenaida University of Batangas Hilltop, Batangas City 191 Escleto Marianne Capiz State University Ponte Vedra, Capiz 192 Esguerra Alicia Bulacan State University Malolos, Bulacan 193 Esperrili Edison DLSU-Dasmarinas Dasmarinas, Cavite 194 Espiritu Rhodora De La Salle University-Dasmariñas Dasmariñas, Cavite 195 Esposo Sharon Ma. College of Engineering Lib.II UP Diliman, Quezon City 196 Estacion Nita City of Malabon University Pampano St., Malabon City 197 Estella Remedios University of Southern Philippines Foundation Solinas Drive Lahug Cebu City 198 Estigoy Consuelo Eduardo Joson Memorial College Nueva Ecija 199 Estojero Corazon Bantayog ng nga Bayani Foundation EDSA cor. Quezon Ave, QC July – December 2009 PAARL Newsletter 12
  • 13. 200 Estoya Ma. Teresa UST Miguel De Benavides Library Espana, Manila 201 Estudillo Mary Ann De La Salle University-Dasmariñas Dasmariñas,Cavite 202 Fabella Ruth Adventist Univ. of the Phils. Puting Kahoy, Silang, Cavite 203 Fajardo Marites University of the East – Caloocan Samson Road, Caloocan City 204 Farillas Ma. Cecilia New Era University #9 Central Ave,New Era,Q.C. 205 Faustino Flocertede John Paul College Oriental, Mindoro 206 Favila Jenelyn Manresa School BF Homes, Parañaque City 207 Felices Neonem Adventist Univ. of the Phils. Puting Kahoy, Silang, Cavite 208 Ferdinez Sarah Bantayog ng nga Bayani Foundation EDSA cor. Quezon Ave, QC 209 Fernando Purisima De La Salle University 2401 Taft Avenue, Manila 210 Ferre Maria Fe Assumption College San Lorenzo Village, Makati City 211 Figura Marcela Polytechnic University of the Philippines Sta. Mesa Manila 212 Floro Ellen Asian Institute of Maritime Studies (AIMS) Roxas Blvd., Pasay City 213 Francisco Jane F. L. Vargas College Tuguegarao City 214 Franco Harold De La Salle University 2401 Taft Avenue, Manila 215 Fresnido Ana Maria DLSU Library 2401 Taft Avenue, Manila 216 Frias Willian De La Salle University 2401 Taft Avenue, Manila 217 Fuchigami Kaori UST Miguel De Benavides Library Espana, Manila 218 Gabayaran Genevieve Statefield School Inc. Molino III, Bacoor, Cavite 219 Gabriel Roxanne Sta. Mesa Manila 220 Galamay Doris New Era University #9 Central Ave, New Era, Q.C. 221 Galang Ofelia New Era University #9 Central Ave,New Era,Q.C. 222 Galang Ma. Elisa San Beda College Mendiola, Manila Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University – 223 Gallardo Mindanao MLUC San Fernando, La Union 224 Garcia Perla De La Salle University Taft Ave., Manila 225 Garcia Virgina Northern Christian College Mabini St., Laoag City 226 Garcia Loreto Jose Rizal University Mandaluyong City 227 Garing Natalia Lipa City Colleges Lipa City, Batangas 228 Gedulian Arlene Asian Development Bank Mandaluyong City 229 Geloryao Ninfa Western Visayas College of Science and Technology Iloilo City 230 Gementiza Sonia DLSU-Dasmariñas Dasmariñas, Cavite 231 Gerardo Elsa La Consolacion College Mendiola, Manila 232 Gervacio Paolo Our Lady of Fatima University Valenzuela City 233 Glean Rowena San Beda College Mendiola, Manila 234 Gojon Abraham DLSU College of St. Benilde 2544 Taft Ave. Manila 235 Gomolo Ma. Gia Paco Catholic School Paco, Manila 236 Gonda Jojie De La Salle University 2401 Taft Avenue, Manila 237 Gonzales Nerissa University of Regina Carmeli City of Malolos, Bulacan 238 Gonzales Ofelia Mapua Institute of Technology Muralla, Intramuros, Manila 239 Gonzales Erlinda Manila Doctor's College Macapagal Blvd. Pasay City 240 Gonzalez Roberto STI College - Baliuag Baliuag, Bulacan 241 Gozun Carolina San Beda College Mendiola, Manila 242 Guarino Ma. Elsa Lyceum of the Phils. University - Batangas Capitol Site, Batangas City 243 Guasch Juan Martin University of Manila M.V. Delos Santos, Manila 244 Guillermo Engracia Lourdes School of Mandaluyong Mandaluyong City 245 Guinto Teodora Calamba Doctor's College Parian, Calamba City, Laguna 246 Guinto Teodora Calamba Doctor's College Calamba City, Laguna 247 Haico Fe Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila Intramuros Manila 248 Halim Myrna Mindanao State Univ. Iligan Institute Iligan City 249 Haz Maria Mercedez University of Regina Carmeli City of Malolos, Bulacan 250 Hermogenes Nelson Adamson University San Marcelino, Manila 251 Hernandez Teresita Centro Escolar University Mendiola, Manila 252 Hubilla Ana Mae Kristine Don Bosco Technical Institute Makati City 253 Ibardolosa Maylene Delfin Manila Central University EDSA, Caloocan City 254 Ilagan Caroline Colegio de San Juan De Letran Brgy. Bucal, Calamba City 255 Inciong Lailani St. Scholastica's College Malate, Manila 256 Javier Jemlyne Colegio de San Juan de Letran Intramuros, Manila 257 Javier Paulita University of Batangas Hilltop, Batangas City 258 Jhocson Norma University of the East Library C. M. Recto, Manila 259 Jimenez Ma. Ruchiella Bulacan State University Malolos, Bulacan 260 Jocson Roxanne PAREF Woodrose School Las Pinas City 261 Jocson Roxanne A. PAREF Woodrose School, Inc. Las Pinas City 262 Jose Veronica Mapua Institute of Techonology Muralla, Intramuros, Manila 263 Joson Carmina Philippine Women's University Taft Avenue, Manila 264 Joson Amaryllis Centro Escolar University Mendiola, Manila 265 Lacasandile Juby Technological Institute of the Philippines (TIP) Cubao, Quezon City 266 Ladlad Jocelyn De La Salle University 2401 Taft Ave., Manila 267 Lagasca Karen San Beda College Mendiola, Manila July – December 2009 PAARL Newsletter 13
  • 14. 268 Lagumbay Geanrose Philsaga High School Rosario, Agusan Del Sur 269 Lalic Rosita Bulacan State University Malolos, Bulacan 270 Lanzuela Febie Saint Mary's University Bayombong, Nueva Viscaya 271 Lapuz Elvira University of the Philippines-Diliman Diliman, Quezon City 272 Laureno May De La Salle University Taft Avenue, Manila 273 Lavadia Divina Meycauyan College City of Meycauayan, Bulacan 274 Leoparte Edelina St. Scholastica's College Malate, Manila 275 Lizada Rosario UPHR- Las Pinas Las Pinas City 276 Llamzon Francisca Bataan Peninsula State University-Main Campus City of Balanga, Bataan 277 Llantino Angela Lyceum University Muralla, Intramuros, Manila 278 Llerin Aida St. Mary's College Quezon City 279 Lobo Cecille UST Miguel De Benavides Library Espana, Manila 280 Logan Grace Manila Central University EDSA, Caloocan City 281 Lopez Maria Czarina UST Miguel De Benavides Library Espana, Manila 282 Lopez Teresita New Era Elementary School Quezon City 283 Losaria Lila West Visayas State University Lambunao Campus Lambunao, Iloilo City 284 Lubao Estreleita Colegio de San Juan De Letran Abucay, Bataan 2104 285 Lucero Nora St. Stephens High School Sta. Cruz, Manila 286 Lucquiao Marjorie Saint Mary's University Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya 287 Luna Roseny Flora Maria Ernesto A. Luna Arabian Bemo Jeddah, KSA 21471 288 Lunar Alexander University of Batangas Hilltop, Batangas City 289 Macabata Nancy Divine Word College San Jose, Occidental Mindoro 290 Macaraig Ofelia University of Batangas Hilltop, Batangas City 291 Madalogdog Elra Di West Visayas State University La Paz, Iloilo City 292 Madavio Ma. Luisa Manresa School Parañaque City 293 Magsino Marta University of Batangas Batangas City 294 Majuelo Estrella UST Miguel De Benavides Library Espana, Manila 295 Manabat April Ateneo De Manila University Rizal Library Loyola Heights, Quezon City 296 Manalaysay Paulette Dr. Carlos S. Lanting College Tandang Sora, Q.C. 297 Manalo Leona Rica Manresa School BF Homes, Parañaque City 298 Manalo Rowena St. Joseph School San Jose City, Nueva Ecija 299 Manalo Sonny Boy TIP QC Cubao, Q.C. 300 Mangaluz Shirley Eva Marie National Teachers College Quiapo, Manila 301 Mangubat Felicidad U.P. Manila Taft Ave., Manila 302 Maniago Nimfa Holy Angel University Angeles City, Pampanga 303 Manlangit Rene San Pablo Colleges San Pablo City 304 Manuel Leonila UST Miguel De Benavides Library Espana, Manila 305 Manuel Jorge Dr. Yanga's Colleges, Inc. Wakas, Bocaue, Bulacan 306 Manumbale Anselma Lipa City Colleges Lipa City, Batangas 307 Mapayo Fabian Christian Academy in Davao Mati City, Davao, Oriental 308 Marasigan Rebecca University of Batangas Hilltop, Batangas City 309 Marcos Michelle Mae Univ. of La Salette Santiago City, Isabela 3311 310 Maron Elizabeth SSC-Westgrove Ayala Heights, Silang, Cavite 311 Marquez Maria May Manila Cathedral School 287 Tayuman St. Tondo, Manila 312 Martin Magdalena Jose Rizal University Shaw Blvd. Mandaluyong City 313 Masindo Rolando De La Salle University 2401 Taft Avenue, Manila 314 Matias Arlene UST Miguel De Benavides Library Espana, Manila 315 Mauricio Grace Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila Intramuros, Manila 316 Medina Jonathan Immaculate Conception School for Boys Poblacion, Malolos City, Bulacan 317 Medrano Roselily University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City 318 Melorin Pamela STI College Sta. Maria, Bulacan 319 Mendoza Florence Fe Western Visayas College of Science and Technology Iloilo City 320 Mendoza Adora St. Joseph's Academy Poblacion, Las Piñas City 321 Meneses Erwina Sandigan Bayan Quezon City 322 Menil Alona Adamson University Malate Manila 323 Merza Viola Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University San Fernando, La Union 324 Miado Nelah Adventist Univ. of the Phils. Puting Kahoy, Silang, Cavite 325 Mijares Jesus Raymond DLSU College of St. Benilde 2544 Taft Ave., Manila 326 Miranda Frank University of Batangas Batangas City 327 Miranda Manilyn University of Sto. Tomas Espana, Manila 328 Mojados Almasita Ateneo Professional School Library Rockwell Drive, Makati City 329 Mojica Michael Anthony DLSU College of St. Benilde 2544 Taft Ave. Manila 330 Molina Aimee Mercedarian School Lagro, Novaliches, Quezon City 331 Monroy Corazon Our Lady of Fatima University Valenzuela City 332 Mont Everest Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM) Intramuros Manila 333 Montañez Fatima Tomas Del Rosario College Balanga, Bataan 334 Montemayor Enrico DLSU-Dasmarinas Dasmarinas, Cavite 335 Monterola Mary Ann Mapua Institute of Technology Muralla, Intramuros, Manila 336 Moraña Mark MEGA Magazine & Publications, Inc. Ortigas Center, Pasig City July – December 2009 PAARL Newsletter 14
  • 15. 337 Mosende Elma Philippine SAGA High School Foundation Agusan Del Sur 338 Moyano Cynthia San Beda College Mendiola, Manila 339 Moyano Rochelle Arellano University Sampaloc, Manila 340 Nabaunag Maria Cristina Ateneo De Manila University Rizal Library Loyola Heights, Quezon City 341 Napao Gabriel Josephine Ateneo De Manila University Rizal Library Loyola Heights, Quezon City 342 Narciso Ismaelita PUP Sta. Mesa, Manila 343 Narra Ruby Lyn DMMMSU-MLUC La Union 344 Natanauan Leizle University of Batangas Hilltop, Batangas City 345 Navela Aurora Sacred Heart College Lucena City 346 Nera Cristina DLSU-Dasmariñas Dasmariñas, Cavite 347 Nimer Gemma Saint Louis University Laboratory Elementary school General Luna Road, Baguio City 348 Noces Maria Juliana UERM Memorial Medical Center 69 Aurora Blvd, Q.C. 349 Nuera Rosette College of the Holy Spirit Manila 350 Nuesca Nida St. Louis College San Fernando, La Union 351 Obani Maria Mimosa St. Paul College Pasig City 352 Odanga Dominga First City Providential College San Jose del Monte, Bulacan 353 Odanga Donelyn First City Providential College San Jose del Monte, Bulacan 354 Odanga Rhodora First City Providential College San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan 355 Odnisada Yolanda De La Salle University 2401 Taft Ave., Manila 356 Oledan Joan Olivarez College Parañaque City 357 Olivar Julieta De La Salle University 2401 Taft Ave., Manila 358 Olivia Anna Liza St. Matthew College San Mateo, Rizal 359 Ong Olga Technological Univ of the Phils. Ayala Blvd. Ermita, Manila 360 Opu-an Regina Flor Lyceum of the Phils. Intramuros, Manila 361 Ordoñez Helen Adamson University Library Ermita Manila 362 Orendain Maria Philippine Normal University Taft Avenue, Manila 363 Orolaza Odelyn University of La Sallette Santiago City, Isabela 364 Ortega Myra Colegio de San Juan de Letran Calamba City, Laguna 365 Ortiz Leuyusa Laguna State Polytechnic University San Pablo City, Laguna 366 Ortiz Japhett West Visayas State University La Paz, Iloilo City 367 Padilla Elizabeth De La Salle University 2401 Taft Ave., Manila 368 Padilla Diana UST Miguel De Benavides Library Espana, Manila 369 Padre Kathy ABE International College of Bus. & Eco. Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija 370 Paeste Lolita Silliman University Dumaguete City 371 Palattao Teodira Statefield School Inc. Bacoor, Cavite 372 Palo Maricris Assumpta Technical High School San Simon, Pampanga 373 Panizales Guillermina U.P. Manila Padre Faura, Manila 374 Paras Christopher St. Paul University-Quezon City Quezon CIty 375 Pareño Edna Arellano University Sampaloc, Manila 376 Parman Reyna College of Engineering Lib. II UP Diliman, Quezon City 377 Pasamba, SPC Sr. Gloria St. Paul University-Pasig Pasig City 378 Pascua Baby Lalaine University of Batangas Hilltop, Batangas City 379 Pascua Joyce Olivarez College – Tagaytay San Jose, Tagaytay City 380 Pasion Marilou St. Louis University Baguio City 381 Peletina Cherrie S. New Era University New Era, Quezon City 382 Penalba Reynario DLSU-Dasmarinas Dasmarinas, Cavite 383 Perdiguerra Jean Razzell Olivarez College Parañaque City 384 Perez Joy De La Salle Health Sciences Institute Dasmarinas, Cavite 385 Perez Dante Virgen Milagrosa University Foundation San Carlos, Pangasinan 386 Pernia Maria Teresa San Beda College-Alabang Muntinlupa City 387 Pescadera Thelma Adamson University Ermita, Manila 388 Pillora Rizalyn John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University Molo, Iloilo City 389 Pineda Ma. Elvira Adamson University 900 Marcelino St., Manila 390 Pineda Aurelia Lipa City Colleges Lipa City, Batangas 391 Poblete Felicitas DLSU-Dasmarinas Dasmarinas, Cavite 392 Prasas Clarita Good News Christian Academy of Ifugao Ilogue, Tam-An, Banawe, Ifugao 393 Primero Richard Urdaneta City University Urdaneta City, Pangasinan 394 Pulanco Marilyn Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University San Fernando, La Union 395 Pulga Marissa De La Salle University 2401 Taft Avenue, Manila 396 Puno Liza St. Jude College Sampaloc, Manila 397 Puzon Yolanda Manila Central University EDSA, Caloocan City 398 Puzon Edward University of Sto. Tomas Espana, Manila 399 Quiambao Nancy Holy Angel University Pampanga 400 Quiatchon Emil FEU East Asia College Sampaloc, Manila 1008 401 Quidpuan Myrna Northern Luzon Adventist College Artacho Sison, Pangasinan 402 Quintos Kate Lora ESS Manufacturing Makati City 403 Ragudo Mercedita Dominican College San Juan City 404 Rairata Isabel Noreen Enverga University Candelaria Candelaria, Quezon 405 Ramirez Divina Immaculate Conception Cathedral School 39 Lantana St. Cubao, Q.C. July – December 2009 PAARL Newsletter 15