BFAR XI FSP

The BFAR XI-FSP recently hosted an 𝙊𝙣𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙆𝙖𝙢𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙝𝙖𝙣: 𝙇𝙞𝙛𝙚 𝘼𝙛𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙜𝙚 session via Zoom with its recent FSP graduates from the Class of 2024. This session offered a valuable opportunity to reconnect and learn about the graduates' future plans.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐮 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐗𝐈 - 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐀-𝐁𝐅𝐀𝐑 𝐗𝐈 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

A total of 18 FSP scholars achieved their academic goals this Academic Year 2023-2024.

Ten scholars from Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology crossed the stage on June 27, 2024, three of whom earned Latin Honors (Cum Laude).

Eight more scholars from Davao del Norte State College added their names to the FSP Alumni list on July 05, 2024, including 2 graduating Cum Laude and 1 achieving the prestigious Magna Cum Laude distinction.

Your dedication and hard work are truly inspiring. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors!

𝐒𝐈𝐗 𝐁𝐅𝐀𝐑 𝐗𝐈 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐀𝐑𝐒 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐍 𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐒

The BFAR XI – Fisheries Scholarship Program erupts in applause for our incredible BFAR XI Scholars, who graduated with Latin Honors during the 2023-2024 Academic Year.

These scholars have demonstrated exceptional academic performance and unwavering commitment to their studies.

Nash R. Habel has earned the prestigious distinction of graduating Magna Cum Laude. In recognition of this remarkable accomplishment, she will receive a monetary award of ₱30,000.00.

Ruby Mae C. Yting, Joahra May R. Cañete, Sherlyn P. Puno, Arce Joy H. Maravillas and Ar Jay H. Maravillas have all achieved the commendable distinction of graduating Cum Laude. The DA-BFAR XI is delighted to acknowledge their achievements with a monetary award of ₱20,000.00

The DA-BFAR XI – Fisheries Scholarship Program extends its warmest congratulations on your well-deserved success. We are so proud of you!

𝘽𝙁𝘼𝙍 𝙓𝙄 𝘾𝙊𝙉𝘿𝙐𝘾𝙏𝙎 𝙁𝙄𝙎𝙃𝙀𝙍𝙄𝙀𝙎 𝙎𝘾𝙃𝙊𝙇𝘼𝙍𝙎𝙃𝙄𝙋 𝙋𝙍𝙊𝙂𝙍𝘼𝙈 𝙔𝙀𝘼𝙍-𝙀𝙉𝘿 𝙀𝙑𝘼𝙇𝙐𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉 𝘼𝙉𝘿 𝙇𝙀𝘼𝙍𝙉𝙄𝙉𝙂 𝘼𝙉𝘿 𝘿𝙀𝙑𝙀𝙇𝙊𝙋𝙈𝙀𝙉𝙏 𝙄𝙉𝙏𝙀𝙍𝙑𝙀𝙉𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉 𝘼𝘾𝙏𝙄𝙑𝙄𝙏𝙔

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) XI—Human Resource and Management Unit (HRMU)—Fisheries Scholarship Program (FSP) successfully conducted a Year-end Evaluation and Learning and Development Intervention for the existing FSP scholars of BFAR XI.

Yearly, BFAR XI-FSP conducts a year-end evaluation and academic performance review activity in order to gauge the scholars’ academic standings, address the prevailing issues and concerns, and reinforce learning and development interventions to boost their leadership skills and positively contribute to scholars' overall wellbeing.

FSP scholars from Davao del Norte State College (DNSC) and Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology (SPAMAST) and alumni from Zamboanga State College and Marine Sciences and Technology (ZSCMST) and SPAMAST attended the year-end activity.

On Day 1, BFAR XI 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫-𝐢𝐧-𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐚 kicked-off the event with his welcome message highlighting the main purpose of the event which is to enhance learning opportunities and camaraderie among scholars. “This is also an avenue for BFAR XI to assess and evaluate academic performance, address various issues faced by scholars, and come up with possible solutions,” RD Garcia said.

𝐃𝐫. 𝐄𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐝𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐳 𝐃. 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠, BFAR FSP consultant, was invited as a guest speaker. She tackled the importance of values towards success, emphasizing the five (5) moral values in a student’s life such as honesty, integrity, empathy, compassion and responsibility. “Maintaining these values and beliefs encourages the students to persevere through difficult times and to work hard to achieve their goals” said Dr. Manalang.

Two (2) resource speakers, 𝐒𝐢𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐂. 𝐂𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐨 of Sunlife Inc. and 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐫. 𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐂. 𝐆𝐚𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐥 of the Department of Information and Communication Technology (DICT), were invited to discuss the topics on financial literacy and cybersecurity & data privacy, respectively. These topics aim to equip the scholars with essential skills and knowledge in managing their finances and making sound financial decision, and moreover to raise awareness regarding the importance of having a safe and secure digital environment, especially nowadays where social media and other digital platforms are becoming mainstream.

FSP Recognition Night was also organized to give merit to those scholars who showcased exemplary academic performance and alumni who recently passed the 2023 Licensure Examination for Fisheries Professionals.

On Day 2, the BFAR XI team headed by 𝐌𝐬. 𝐑𝐞𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐚 𝐃. 𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐳𝐨𝐧𝐚 and BFAR Central Office personnel headed by 𝐑𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐧 𝐁. 𝐃𝐮𝐦𝐨𝐥 with 𝐃𝐫. 𝐄𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐝𝐚 𝐃. 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠, BFAR FSP Consultant, facilitated the monitoring and evaluation of existing BFAR XI FSP scholars. Many issues and concerns of the scholars were brought up during the open forum and were taken into account on the next meeting for the amendment of Fisheries Administrative Order (FAO) 257-1, otherwise known as the Fisheries Scholarship Program (FSP) Guidelines.

During the open forum 𝐌𝐫. 𝐉𝐨𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐬, of BFAR XI, and a first batch of Fisherfolk Children Educational Grant (FCEG), shared his experience as a beneficiary of FSP. “Our stipend before was two thousand pesos and I can say that determination became my key in order to fulfill my dreams.” said Mr. Manes. “After graduation, I wasn’t immediately hired by the bureau. I worked in many different companies until BFAR notified me for a job vacancy, an opportunity for me to be part of the agency which I really am grateful of. And now, I am a regular employee at the BFAR XI.” he added.

Election of BFAR XI FSP Scholars Association was held to further enhance the scholars’ leadership skills and provide a set of officers where other scholars can raise their issues and concerns. These officers are expected to be the lead voice of their co-scholars towards a more effective and efficient communication between the scholars and BFAR XI. 𝐌𝐫. 𝐉𝐡𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐧 𝐂. 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛, 2nd Year, of SPAMAST, was elected as the President, while 𝐌𝐫. 𝐀𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐡 𝐅. 𝐀𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐨, 3rd Year, of DNSC, was elected as the Vice President.

Closing remarks was given by 𝐌𝐬. 𝐑𝐞𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐚 𝐃. 𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐳𝐨𝐧, BFAR XI Regional FSP Coordinaror. She expressed her deep appreciation to all people, schools, organization, guests, speakers, BFAR XI Personnel, BFAR Central Office, alumni and the existing scholars who made this activity a very memorable one.

BFAR XI – HRMU Fisheries Scholarship Program proudly congratulates all new Registered Fisheries Professionals. The results were released by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) on November 6, 2023. Among 716 (33.71%) successful examinees are 6 scholars from BFAR region XI.

BFAR XI is rooting for your future success.

𝙎𝙞𝙭 𝘽𝙁𝘼𝙍 𝙓𝙄 𝙎𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙖𝙧𝙨 𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙙𝙪𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝘿𝙉𝙎𝘾, 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙇𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣 𝙃𝙤𝙣𝙤𝙧𝙨

Davao del Norte State College recently held their 45th Commencement Exercises with the theme "Ripples of Change, Charting New Frontiers", at the DNSC Sports Complex on July 07, 2023.

Among 949 conferred graduates, six were BFAR XI scholars namely Ian Juls Andoy, Jebie Go, Eloisa Mae Luardo, Lovely Kaye Gabronino, Leann Casandra Pesidas, and Lovely Manguray.

Ms. Manguray graduated with Latin Honors and pursuant to FAO 257-1 s. 2020 otherwise known as Fisheries Scholarship Program Guidelines, she will be given monetary incentive of Php 20,000 for graduating as Cum Laude.

“As a BFAR scholarship grantee, I am filled with gratitude for the wonderful assistance they provided all throughout my college journey. This scholarship not only removed the financial burden of my study from the start, but it also encouraged me to pursue my aspirations unreservedly. Because to BFAR's generosity, I was able to focus on my studies, participate in significant extracurricular activities, and form long-lasting relationships that have molded my future. This scholarship has been a beacon of hope, illuminating the route to achievement, and I will be eternally grateful for the doors it has opened and the opportunities it has afforded” said Ms. Manguray. “To my fellow students, never underestimate the power of believing in yourself and the support you can find around you. Whatever obstacles you face, realize that your dreams are within your grasp” she added.

BFAR XI is proud of your achievements and wishes you all the best as you embark on the new chapter of your lives.

Congratulations to the ten BFAR XI Scholars who graduated from the Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology during their 37th Commencement Exercises held on July 6, 2023 at ABC Gym, Malita, Davao Occidental.

Scholars were able to receive special awards for outstanding research, and extension programs, and were also recognized for their active participation, receiving various awards in Business Pitching Competition in 2022.

BFAR XI is indeed proud of all your achievements.

𝘽𝙁𝘼𝙍 𝙓𝙄 𝙨𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙖𝙧 𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙙𝙪𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙨 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙇𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣 𝙃𝙤𝙣𝙤𝙧𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙇𝙚𝙮𝙩𝙚

Ma. Jasmin O. Salino, of Palompon Institute of Technology – Tabango, a BFAR XI FCEG scholar, recently received her degree in Fisheries, graduating as Cum Laude on Jun 27, 2023.

Pursuant to FAO 257-1 s. 2020 otherwise known as Fisheries Scholarship Program Guidelines, Ms. Salino is entitled to claim monetary incentive of Php 20,000 for graduating as Cum Laude.

For reference, as stipulated in the FAO 257-1 s. 2020 under policies and protocols, BFAR scholars who graduated with excellent academic distinction will be given the following monetary award: SUMMA CUM LAUDE – PHP 50,000.00; MAGNA CUM LAUDE – PHP 30,000.00 and; CUM LAUDE – PHP 20,000.00.

“I'm thankful and pleased to be part of the BFAR XI Fisheries Scholarship Program. I was able to finish my four years of study thanks to your financial support, which helped provide my daily allowance and pay my school expenses” said Salino as she thanked BFAR XI FSP. “My achievement is your success” she added.

Indeed, BFAR XI is proud of your achievement. Congratulations!

𝘽𝙁𝘼𝙍 𝙓𝙄 𝙎𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙖𝙧𝙨 𝙨𝙪𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙞𝙣 𝙎𝙋𝘼𝙈𝘼𝙎𝙏’𝙨 𝘼𝙣𝙣𝙪𝙖𝙡 𝙎𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨’ 𝙄𝙣-𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙨𝙚 𝙍𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬

Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic Resources (SPAMAST) recently held their Annual Students’ In-house Review on June 14-15, 2023. It was set to provide scholastic forum among young researchers to showcase their innovative minds through research.

The scholars were able to take spot in each category of the event:

Ms. 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐧𝐧 𝐋. 𝐂𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐬 placed second in the Oral Presentation Category with their study on Growth Performance and Survival of Siamese Fighting fish (Betta sp.) fed with Daphnia (Daphnia sp.) and Azolla (Azolla pinnata) at different ratio;

Mr. 𝐉𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐦 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐡𝐮𝐚 𝐏. 𝐀𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐢 and Ms. 𝐀𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐲𝐧 𝐀. 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐣𝐚𝐫 placed second in Policy Brief with their study on Management Practices among Fish Cage Operators in Brgy. Tanglad Sta.Maria Davao Occidental;

Ms. 𝐊𝐚𝐲𝐞 𝐁. 𝐍𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨 & Ms. 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐮𝐦𝐢 𝐁. 𝐁𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧 won the first place in the Poster Category with their study on Aquasilviculture System: Growth and Survival of Mud Crab (Scylla serrata) Reared in Crab Bucket Fed with Different Types of Feeds while 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝐄. 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐝𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐨 placed third in the same category with her Product Development of Chili Pickled Imbao (Anodontia sp.).

BFAR XI congratulates the Winners and all Fisheries Scholars who actively participated in the event. May you continue to aspire higher to reach all your academic goals.

𝘽𝙁𝘼𝙍 𝙓𝙄 𝙎𝘾𝙃𝙊𝙇𝘼𝙍 𝘼𝙒𝘼𝙍𝘿𝙀𝙀 | Vincent Paul T***n, a BFAR XI Scholar of Zamboanga State College of Marine Sciences and Technologies (ZSCMST), has recently received recognition for his outstanding research. His study, entitled "Sardine By-Product Hydrolysate as Replacement for Commercial Protein Meals in Black-Spotted Grouper Juveniles", won Second Place in the oral presentation competition and bested ten other papers presented during the ZSCMST’s 6th Undergraduate Research Forum held last June 6, 2023 with the theme: “Upholding the Institutional Thrust: Cultivating the Culture of Research in Pursuit of Academic Excellence”.

BFAR XI congratulates Mr. T***n for his latest accolade.