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The USTGS-CCCPET collaboration with different colleges in the University continues for the conservation management plan of Betis Church. On August 10, 2024, Ms. Beverly M. Bautista, Officer-in-Charge of the Center, led the team from UST College of Architecture and UST Faculty of Engineering in their on-site data gathering and assessment. The UST College of Tourism and Hospitality Management was a significant addition to the team, bringing their expertise to conduct a comprehensive tourism assessment. This assessment evaluated the site's potential to attract and accommodate visitors, especially since they plan to develop the parish museum. Liturgical considerations were also assessed to ensure that it will not be compromised even as the church structure undergoes conservation.

UST GS CCCPET and the Archdiocese of Cagayan de Oro host the Heritage Forum

The UST Graduate School Center for Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics (USTGS-CCCPET), in partnership with the Archdiocese of Cagayan de Oro, hosted the Heritage Forum themed "Considerations on Nomination of Places of Religion and Ritual to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites" from August 5-7, 2024. The forum was graced by the esteemed members of the Association of Religious Church Heritage (ARCH), established in 2023, during gathering of church world heritage experts to assist South Korea in its bid for the UNESCO World Heritage nomination of Mission Churches.

On August 4, a special tour of San Agustin Church by Prof. Regalado Trota Jose, Chair of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, was a treat to some of the ARCH members who arrived early.

With sessions held in Cagayan de Oro on August 5-6, participants had the unique opportunity to explore the Opol Ruins, Our Lady of Candelaria Chapel, Talisayan Church, Balingasag Old House, Jasaan Ruins and Church, among other sites. During this time, Prof. Ayako Fukushima of Kyushu University, Matthieu Masson from the Diocese of Hong Kong, and Dr. Eric Zerudo, Executive Director of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, shared their expertise in a presentation centering on catholic church world heritage sites, nominations, and conservation approaches.

On August 7, another forum continued at the University of Santo Tomas UST College of Tourism and Hospitality Management Sentro Turismo with additional presentations, including "Updates on the Case of Naepo Church: Journey to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Nominations" by Fr. Kim Sungtae, Director of Naepo Church History Institution of Daejeon Diocese, "Status of Church Heritage in the Philippines" by Fr. Milan Ted D. Torralba, Executive Secretary of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines Episcopal Commission for the Cultural Heritage of the Church (CBCP-ECCHC), "Rebuilding Sto. Domingo: Contexts and Goals in Post-War Philippines" by Rev. Mervin Lomague, Member of the Dominican Province of the Philippines Cultural Heritage Committee, and the "Status of Boljoon Church on its Bid for UNESCO World Heritage Site Nomination" by Fr. Brian Brigoli, Chair of the Archdiocese of Cebu Commission on Church Heritage. The open forum was facilitated by Dr. Eric B. Zerrudo, Executive Director of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts.

Apart from ARCH members, they are joined by representatives from the UNESCO National Commission of the Philippines, National Historical Commissions of the Philippines, National Commission for Culture and the Arts, and ICOMOS Philippines. Their presence was acknowledged by Ms. Beverly Bautista, Officer-in-Charge of USTGS-CCCPET. Dr. Lilian J. Sison, Director of UST International Relations and Programs, delivered her welcome message during the forum. Prof. Michael Anthony C. Vasco, Dean of the UST Graduate School, concluded it with his closing message.

The event concluded with a tour of Santo Domingo Church and San Sebastian Church for the ARCH members. The Heritage Forum, with its diverse and comprehensive range of presentations and discussions, provided valuable insights and recommendations for preserving church heritage. The robust network established during the event will continue to facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing among international and local heritage specialists and practitioners.

UST College of Science joins USTGS-CCCPET in heritage conservation projects

The USTGS-CCCPET, in collaboration with the UST College of Science Department of Chemistry and Department of Biological Sciences, continues the on-site data gathering in Betis Church for the Conservation Management Plan (CMP) project. The team of chemists aims to analyze the religious paintings of the church and recommend an approach to its conservation led by Dr. Karen Santiago, joined by her co-faculty, Dr. Jolleen Natalie Balitaan, and Mr. John Francis Egenias, a graduate student. Meanwhile, the microbiologists led by Dr. Reuel M. Bennet, assisted by his research assistants Glen Carlo Aldovar and Harvey Esmundo and Joshua Saliba, both graduate students, will assess the fungi and bacteria on the paintings and recommend a science-based conservation approach to arrest the paint deterioration. The team is also joined by Ms. Beverly M. Bautista, Officer-in-Charge of USTGS-CCCPET, and trainees from the UST College of Tourism and Hospitality Management.

The science team is one of the teams from different disciplines in the University, such as the Faculty of Arts and Letters, College of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, and the Graduate School Cultural Heritage Studies program.

The UST Museum, led by Rev. Fr. Isidro Abaño, O.P., and the UST Center for Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics, represented by officer-in-charge Ms. Beverly Bautista, met with one of Getty Conservation Institute’s scientists, Mr. Vincent Beltran, to discuss possible collaborations towards preventive conservation in Southeast Asia.

This gathering was also joined by Ms. Maita Reyes, chief conservator of the UST Museum, Ms. Maragarita Villanueva, conservation manager of the Lopez Museum, and Ar. Carlo Sayco, UST Museum assistant director. Exciting times ahead!

Betis CMP Project officially commenced

The University of Santo Tomas Graduate School Center for Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics (USTGS-CCCPET) has officially commenced the development of the Conservation Management Plan (CMP) and Site Development Plan of Betis Church (Santiago Apostol Parish) Project. Led by Ms. Beverly M. Bautista, Officer-in-Charge of the Center, the CMP project and its team were introduced in four masses last weekend, Saturday-Sunday, June 23-24, 2024. This presentation is not just an opportunity to inform the stakeholders about the project, but also to emphasize the crucial role they play in the preservation and sustainable management of their heritage church.

The Conservation Management Plan (CMP) is more than just a document. It's a roadmap that outlines strategies and guidelines for the preservation, maintenance, and sustainable management of historic buildings, structures, and sites.

The Betis Church CMP Team is a powerhouse of specialists from different disciplines in the University. The team members, hailing from the Faculty of Arts and Letters, College of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, College of Science, and the Graduate School Cultural Heritage Studies program, bring their unique expertise to complete the historical narrative, social analysis, architectural analysis, site development plan, structural analysis, and wood and paint analysis of the Church. Their collective knowledge and skills ensure a comprehensive and successful project.

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UST, Archdiocese of San Fernando join forces for Betis Church Conservation Management and Site Development Plan

The University of Santo Tomas, through the Graduate School – Center for Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics (GS CCCPET), recently signed a Memorandum of Agreement to develop the Conservation Management Plan (CMP) and Site Development Plan for Betis Church (St. James Apostles Parish Church), a National Cultural Treasure Church located in Guagua, Pampanga. The ceremony was held in the Arzobispado de Pampanga last May 31, 2024 with Most Rev. Florentino G. Lavarias, Archbishop of San Fernando, supported by Betis Church officials - Fr. Gian Sagum, Parish Priest, Mr. Arnulfo Cayanan, Parish Coordinator, and Michaelangelo Nulud, Property Custodian. Ms. Beverly M. Bautista, MA, Officer-in-Charge of GS-CCCPET, represented the University along with some project team members.

The Conservation Management Plan (CMP) is a structured document that outlines strategies and guidelines for the preservation, maintenance, and sustainable management of historic buildings, structures, and sites.

The Betis Church CMP Team is considered as the most comprehensive composition of specialists from different disciplines in the University. The team members come from the Faculty of Arts and Letters, College of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, College of Science, and the Graduate School Cultural Heritage Studies program. Each team brings their unique expertise to complete the historical narrative, social analysis, architectural analysis, site development plan, structural analysis, and wood and paint analysis of the Church.

Prof. Melanie Turingan, Louie Benedict Ignacio, Prof. Charlene Manese-Chua, and Atty. Robert John Donesa of the UST Faculty of Arts and Letters will research on the historical narrative of the Betis pueblo and social analysis of the people’s placemaking.

Ar. Ramil Tibayan, Ar. Valerie Eunice Lim, and Ar. Noel Cruz of the UST College of Architecture will undertake the architectural analysis and site development plan. They will be complemented by the UST Faculty of Engineering team, Engr. Shikara Jose, Engr. Dolores Cleofas, Engr. Djonrae Galvez and Engr. Rocel Surla who will conduct the structural analysis of the church.

Betis Church, considered as the Sistine Chapel of the Philippines with its profuse paintings and carvings, will be investigated by Prof. Karen Santiago and Prof. Reuel Bennett of the UST College of Science for paint analysis. Prof. Cheek Fadriquela, a UST Graduate School Cultural Heritage Studies program faculty member, will identify the wood components and conduct analysis, including the Santo sculptures.

The project envisions the development of a meaningful and functional Conservation Management Plan (CMP) and Site Development Plan which should guarantee a sustainable future for this cultural treasure. Each team is expected to provide solutions and recommendations based on scientific analysis that aim to sustain the value and significance of Betis Church to the parishioners. The project will also develop a maintenance program, guidelines, and policies that the community can implement, ensuring the long-term preservation of this cultural treasure and its significance for future generations.

University of Santo Tomas Graduate School Center for Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics (USTGS-CCCPET) introduces last year's featured artisans, who will join this year's LIKHA again. LIikha is a prestigious cultural event that celebrates the achievements and cultural significance of traditional artisans. USTGS-CCCPET is part of the Technical Working Group that brings over artisans from different parts of the Philippines.

Likha is supported by the Office of the First Lady as part of the 126th Independence Day celebrations.

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University of Santo Tomas Graduate School Center for Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics (USTGS-CCCPET) believes that promoting the Philippines' creative industry is essential for fostering cultural identity, economic growth, and global recognition. In its 3rd year of LIKHA, a celebration of the country's rich artistic heritage, the Center is again part of the Technical Working Group that brings over artisans from different parts of the country. LIKHA is not just an event but a platform for these artisans to showcase their skills, connect with potential buyers, and contribute to the growth of our creative industry.

This year, we are thrilled to introduce 7 out of the 30 fresh waves of artisans, groups, and communities, each with unique arts and crafts, adding to the rich tapestry of LIKHA. They are joined by last year's featured artisans, brands and entrepreneurs, and Gawad Manlilikha ng Bayan (GAMABA).

Likha is supported by the Office of the First Lady as part of the 126th Independence Day celebrations.

Let us all support Filipino traditional crafts!

Admission is free! See you there!
June 7-11, 2024 | 9am-5pm
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USTGS-CCCPET facilitates Festival Management Workshop for Samar LGUs

The University of Santo Tomas Graduate School Center for Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics (USTGS-CCCPET) has conceptualized and facilitated the unique and highly anticipated "Pamamahala ng Pistang Pamana: Festival Management Workshop for Samar Province". This workshop, with the primary objectives of promoting culture and research-based festivals and sharing successful festival management strategies, is an exclusive platform that offers the rare opportunity to share examples of successful festival management strategies, case studies, and valuable lessons from academic and industry experts.

Recognizing the challenges in festivals in the Philippines, which have sometimes become overly commercialized, misappropriated, and misrepresented, USTGS-GSCCCPET strongly advocates for culture and research-based festivals, offering an inspiring vision for the future of our cultural celebrations.

The 5-day workshop, which includes a variety of lectures, case studies, and workshops, commenced on May 20, 2024, in Catbalogan City in Samar Province. It opens with a plenary lecture on Festivals in the Philippines from Assoc. Prof. Eric Babar Zerrudo, PhD, the newly appointed Executive Director of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts and the former UST Graduate School -Center for Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics (USTGS-CCCPET).
Joining him during the first day of the workshop are other notable speakers, each with unique qualifications and expertise. Prof. Melanie D. Turingan, PhD, Dean of the UST Faculty of Arts and Letters, shared a lecture on local history and its importance in festival management. Asst. Prof. John Christopher Mesana, Director of Colegio de San Juan de Letran-Research and Publication Department, shared his research on Festival Loyalty and Festival Happiness. Two lectures with a workshop followed this; Prof. Joan Christi Bagaipo, a faculty member of UST Institute of Religion and a technical expert on Scriptwriting for live events under the Technical Education and Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), facilitated the Scriptwriting workshop. Mr. Elvert Banares, an award-winning film director, festival manager, cultural worker, and co-artistic director of the Iloilo Dinagyang Festival, facilitated the festival planning workshop featuring the case of the Dinagyang Festival.

Mr. Marvin Piczon, Samar Provincial Tourism Officer, welcomes and acknowledges the guests, speakers, and participants.

The second day of the workshop delves into theoretical presentations and case studies on scenography, a crucial aspect of festival management, given by John Carlo Pagunaling, an Instructor of Theater Arts from University of the Philippines-Diliman. This is followed by a module on Music and Sound and its role in the festival, a topic of great relevance to our cultural celebrations and how it contributes to the atmosphere and overall experience of the attendees shared by Mr. Jethro Joaquin, a faculty member from Miriam College. Lastly, Mr. Ian Torqueza, the Theater Operations Supervisor from PETA PHINMA Theater, shared his technical expertise on lighting and its importance in creating an ambiance, setting the mood, and enhancing the overall experience of a festival.

The last three days of the festival management workshop focus on choreography to develop a signature move and dance for Tandaya Festival that will thread the different festivals of Samar towns and cities anchored from Samar's culture and heritage. Tandaya Festival is a provincial festival of Samar held every August; tandaya is an old name of Samar from the olden times.

Mr. Rhosam Prudenciado Jr., a multi-awarded and international dancer, facilitates the workshop on contemporary dance joined by Assoc. Prof. John Christopher Mesana a folk dancer, researcher, and educator. The workshop was conceptualized and facilitated by Ms. Beverly M. Bautista, the Officer-in-Charge of USTGS-CCCPET.

USTGS-CCCPET joins this year's LIKHA again by bringing over artisans from different parts of the country to celebrate their traditional crafts as part of the 126th anniversary of Philippine independence.

USTGS-CCCPET, UST-IR rolls off One Values Project in Samar Province

The One Values Project, a collaboration between the Provincial Government of Samar, the UST Graduate School - Center for Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics (CCCPET) and the UST Institute of Religion (IR), rolled off with a series of community consultations held last April 29 - 30, 2024.

Four community sessions were held in four different sites: Catbalogan, Calbayog, Hinabangan, and Gandara. Ten faculty members from the IR facilitated the group discussions, namely, Prof. Revenendo R. Vargas, Asst. Prof. Grace D. Santizo, Ms. Ericka Mae B. Cunanan, Mr. Patrick Meryll J. Garcia, Mr. Jan Kevin T. Mendoza, Ms. Patricia Joy V. Mobilla, and Asst. Prof. Emma Lyn Y. Dela Santa. They were joined by Assoc. Prof. Allan A. Basas and Mr. Ivan Efreaim A. Gozum who are part of the module development team as well as Prof. Eric Zerrudo, PhD and Ms. Beverly Macayan Bautista of the USTGS-CCCPET. Among those who participated in the sessions include representatives from the youth, representatives from national agencies, educators, entrepreneurs, interreligious representatives, security forces, professionals, farmers, and fisherfolks.

The One Values Project is a pioneering endeavor focused on the values formation of young people in Samar. It is guided by the seven commitments of the Global Compact on Education, a framework championed by Pope Francis, and follows the innovative matrix of Dominican-Thomistic Education by Design signature pedagogy of the UST Institute of Religion. The project's ultimate goal is to develop a series of research-based, highly interactive values formation modules that will have a profound impact on the youth of Samar province.

Congratulations to Assoc. Prof. Eric B. Zerrudo, PhD on your appointment as the new Executive Director of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts.

Through his almost 20 years of service and leadership as the former Director of USTGS-CCCPET, he has championed initiatives that enrich, preserve, and promote our rich cultural heritage. And now, as he steps on his new role, we have every confidence that he will continue to inspire and create more transformative efforts for the country's heritage, culture and arts.

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USTGS-CCCPET partners with DOT 8 for the Carigara Museum’s Collection Documentation and Cataloguing Workshop

The University of Santo Tomas Graduate School Center for Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics (USTGS-CCCPET) partnered with the Department of Tourism Region VIII for the conduct of a Movable Heritage Documentation and Cataloguing Seminar-Workshop for the local stakeholders of Carigara municipality in Leyte. It was held in the late 19th century timber Municipal Library last April 3-4, 2024 Originally called Kangara, it was the first settlement established in Eastern Visayas by the Spaniards in the 17th century.

The DOT supported seminar-workshop is a seminal effort towards developing a curated exhibit and, eventually, a local museum showcasing the town's history, heritage arts and culture. Hon. Eduardo T. Ong, Jr., Municipal Mayor, graciously opened the seminar workshop by welcoming the facilitators and participants. He believed the glorious history of the town will substantially contribute to its tourism development.

USTGS-CCCPET facilitated the activity with a composite team of Thomasians. The team was composed of Assoc. Prof. Eric B. Zerrudo, PhD (CCCPET Director), Ms. Beverly Bautista MA (CCCPET Support Staff), Ar. John Carlo Sayco MACHS (Assistant Director of UST Museum), and Mr. Raphael Emmanuelle Kalaw, MACHS, (Faculty Secretary of UST College of Fine Arts and Design). Apart from lectures given to prime the participants on movable heritage documentation, the Center also developed a movable inventory form and documentation template specifically for the Carigara Museum.

Regional Director Karen Tiopes emphasized during her closing remarks the importance of the town's museum and its development for the enjoyment of the next generations and the role of the Department of Tourism in sustaining this history and heritage.

The seminar-workshop is part of the Local Government of Carigaras' program that aims to develop a conservation management plan for the Carigara Old Municipal Building, cultural heritage mapping of the town, and town museum development project.

The University of Santo Tomas Graduate School - Center for Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics (USTGS-CCCPET) collaborates with Archivo de la Universidad de Santo Tomas (AUST) and Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines Episcopal Commission for Cultural Heritage of the Church (CBCP-ECCHC) and Society of Ecclesiastical Archivist of the Philippines (SEAP) in hosting the NATIONAL SUMMIT ON ARCHIVES AND HERITAGE WORKERS on May 8-11, 2024 in the University of Santo Tomas.

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Basic Masonry Workshop Using Lime conducted by Ustgs-Cccpet in the World Heritage City of Vigan from March 11-12, 2024. The workshop is part of the Capacity Building Training for the Homeowners and Technicians. More than 50 technicians consist of contractors, engineers, architects, project managers, masons, and carpenters from all over Ilocos Sur participated in the workshop.

The project is supported by the Heritage Emergency Fund program of UNESCO Jakarta led by ICOMOS Philippines.

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USTGS-CCCPET, Samar Province, culminates the Cultural Education Curriculum Project

The Samar Provincial Government, the longtime LGU partner of the University of Santo Tomas Graduate School Center for Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics (USTGS-CCCPET), collaborates for a numerous project in the field of heritage research and education.

In 2021, the Samar Province Cultural Education Curriculum (SPCEC) project, a continuing utilization program of the cultural mapping of Samar Province, began despite the physical distance and barriers brought by the global pandemic. A composite team from the UST Institute of Religion and practitioners in the cultural education field headed by Prof. Joan Christi Bagaipo led the team with Assoc. Prof. Ma Sanita Quilatan, Assoc. Prof. Marites Redoña, Prof. Chito Sawit, Ms. Ricamela Palis, Ms. Cynthia Matas and Mr. Roland Peter Nicart. They worked together to develop the first contextualized cultural education curriculum framework in the country and province. The curriculum is based on the cultural mapping outputs in developing students' cultural competencies in Basic Education and Adult Education. It links the cultural competencies to the Essential Learning Competencies of the Department of Education that guide the development of culture-based learning modules.

In 2022, phase 2 of the project continued through the Culture-based Learning Module Writeshop guided by the SPCEC Framework for selected teachers from the Catbalogan Division, Calbayog Division, and Samar Division of Samar Province.

In 2023, the province-wide module writing competition was launched to widely tap the whole teacher population of the Samar Province as potential module writers. It used the SPCEC Framework as a basis for developing teaching-learning materials.

The curriculum developers team also served as members of the panel of judges for the module writing competition with 180 entries. Two other faculty members of the UST- Institute of Religion joined them in this project phase, namely, Asst. Prof. Claudita Yaranon and Asst. Prof. Ma. Cecilia Balajadia

During the culminating and awarding ceremony, Hon. Sharee Ann Tan, the Governor of Samar Province, known for her advocacy of cultural education, was in attendance. Dr Evelyn R. Fetalvero, the Regional Director VIII of the Department of Education, and Assoc Prof. Eric B. Zerrudo, PhD, the Project Director of SPCEC and USTGS-CCCPET Director, joined her. The event was held to recognize the hard work and dedication of a diverse group of teachers from the three divisions of Samar Province, who were presented with certificates, plaques of appreciation, and cash prizes.

Dr. Moises D. Labian, the Division Superintendent of the Division of Samar, affirmed the project's direction, outlining the integration of SPCEC modules into the K-12 curriculum and adult education modules starting the academic year 2024-2025.

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UST, LGU Magalang partners for heritage-based redevelopment plans project


The University of Santo Tomas, led by the Graduate School Center for Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics (USTGS-CCCPET), in collaboration with UST College of Architecture and UST Faculty of Arts and Letters, signed a Memorandum of Agreement for the drafting of the town plaza redevelopment plan and the conservation management plan of the Magalang Municipal Building.

Due to the rapid growth of Magalang town, the relics of heritage and history gradually erode and are almost on the verge of obsolescence and neglect. The site development plan of the core zone plaza and the municipal building's conservation management plan or CMP are crucial. The plan provides a road map on how to proceed, with systematic caution, when making decisions about intervention. The project is an off-shoot and utilization project after conducting the cultural mapping of Magalang facilitated by CCCPET and the Department of Education.

The MOA signing was joined by Mayor Ma. Lourdes Lacson, Councilor Norman Lacson and ENP Ryan Miranda from the Local Government of Magalang and UST Administrator, Prof. Michael Anthony Vasco, Ph.D.(Dean of the UST Graduate School), Ar. Rodolfo Ventura, MS Arch (Dean of the UST College of Architecture), Prof. Melanie Turingan, PhD, (Dean of the UST Faculty of Arts and Letters), and Assoc. Prof. Eric B. Zerrudo, Ph.D., (Director of the UST Graduate School Center for Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics (USTGS-CCCPET).

In response to this partnership with Magalang and to other heritage conservation and sustainable development projects, the USTGS-CCCPET also forged a research collaboration with the UST College of Architecture and the UST Faculty of Arts and Letters. The partnership is part of the Center's commitment to extend the multidisciplinary research opportunities in the University.

The signing was held last February 20, 2024, at the University of Santo Tomas Beato Angelico Building hosted by UST College of Architecture.