25/08/2026
BUGS STUDENT ORIENTATION 2026
The BUGS Student Orientation 2026 last August 22, 2026 brought together new and continuing graduate students for a meaningful day of learning, connection, and preparation for the academic year ahead. From the Academic Policy & Deans’ Presentation to the Support Services & Research Ethics sessions, students gained valuable insights into graduate school policies, academic programs, student services, and research ethics.
Our heartfelt gratitude to the people behind this meaningful event:
Dr. Maria Jane B. Mascariñas (Dean, BUGS), Dr. Ma. Julieta B. Borres (Vice President for Academic Affairs), Dr. Baby Boy Benjamin D. Nebres III (SUC President IV), Dr. Dimson M. Rivero (Dean, CBEM), Atty. Alex B. Nepomuceno, PhD (Dean, CSSP), Dr. Lorna M. Miña (Dean, College of Education), Dr. Benedicto B. Balilo, Jr. (Dean, Open University), Dr. Ramesis M. Lorino (Director, Jesse M. Robredo Institute of Governance & Development), Dr. Adrian B. Aguilar (Dean, College of Arts and Letters), Dr. Lilibeth A. Cajuday (Dean, College of Science), Dr. Maria Della C. Rañeses (Dean, College of Nursing), Ar. Delfin M. Mirabete Jr. (Director, Institute of Design and Architecture), Prof. Christian C. Calleja (Acting Dean, College of Industrial Technology), Prof. Ronnel R. Dioneda, Sr. (Dean, BU Tabaco), Dr. Roscefe B. Dy (Dean, BU Guinobatan), Dr. Roldan C. Cabiles (College Secretary, BUGS), Dr. Emily M. Agonos (BUGS & OU GAD Coordinator), Dr. Salvacion L. Villafuerte (Dean, OSAS), Dr. Maria Elena C. Ahorro (BUGS Guidance Coordinator), Dr. Aris J. Ordoñez (Director, ICTO), Ms. Glenda Aurora S. Julianda (University Librarian), Dr. Richard L. Bartolata (Chair, BU Ethics Review Board), Mr. Adrian Bodopol (BUGSSC President), and Prof. Eda Salvacion P. Adornado (Adviser, BUGS-SC).
…and to the entire BUGS community, our deans, directors, faculty, staff, student leaders, and graduate students, thank you for coming together to make this orientation a success.
We wish everyone a productive, growth-filled, and successful academic year at Bicol University!