UA CMS- College of Maritime Studies Official

11/09/2026

Congratulations!

08/09/2026

"𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙙𝙚𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙙𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙮𝙞𝙚𝙡𝙙𝙨 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣."

Before a seafarer commands the vast horizons of the open sea, the foundation of their success is built on dry land—rooted in an institution that instills strength, character, and vision.

Stepping into the maritime industry requires more than just mastering technical manuals; it demands an environment that tempers your resolve and prepares you for real-world adversity. That is precisely what the UA–College of Maritime Studies delivers to aspiring maritime professionals.

By instilling a blend of academic rigor, practical discipline, and personal resilience, UA–CMS turns raw potential into industry-proven leaders. Read how one of our accomplished alumnus transformed his dedication into a distinguished career at sea:

"At first, I had no idea where and what UA (formerly PSCA) was and looked like. Because of my strong determination and dreams not only for myself but for my family, I traveled by myself just to enroll and enter the world of Maritime Studies even though I was not fully aware of the outcome of being a Marine Engineer. As a student from a family of unstable income, it was not easy, but because of my dedication, I had to be resourceful in some ways to help my parents pay my tuition fees, allowance, and some other expenses. I also became a student assistant in our office department.

UA-CMS, my Alma Mater, taught me to be more resilient in facing all the battles to be encountered. At sea, you must bring with you a strong faith, strong determination, and dedication in every contract.

Thank you, UA-CMS—you are one of the passages of all my success today. Your strong foundation inspired me to pass my OIC-EW examination last January 2010 and Chief Engineer License last March 2015. Truly, it is not how famous your school is; it is how the institution molds you to be more competent in the future."

𝑪𝑯𝑰𝑬𝑭 𝑬𝑵𝑮𝑰𝑵𝑬𝑬𝑹 𝑹𝑨𝑵𝑫𝒀 𝑷𝑬𝑹𝑶𝒀 𝑴𝑨𝑵𝑨𝑳𝑶
Chief Engineer / Since 2018
Lolcos Maritime Agency Far East, Inc. / Currently
Aqualink Maritime Inc. - 2nd Engineer to Chief Engineer
Astra Marine Service / Pos-Fil / Alphera Marine – Cadet to First Engineer
BS in Marine Engineering / Batch 2008

Every accomplished maritime professional started with a single step toward their dreams. No matter where you begin, the right training ground will help you navigate every challenge and reach the highest peaks of your career.

Your voyage starts here. Take the wheel of your destiny today.

Begin your journey at the University of Antique–College of Maritime Studies.

✍🏻: E/C Daniel John M. Salgado
🖼️: Midshipman Vladem Myr B. Guerra

27/08/2026

26/08/2026

Congratulations to CHRISTIAN DAROL O. SUALOG for successfully passing the Marina Theoretical Examination!

25/08/2026

𝑯𝑨𝑷𝑷𝒀 𝑩𝑰𝑹𝑻𝑯𝑫𝑨𝒀!

𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒 | The 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀 proudly joins in celebrating the birthday of one of the esteemed pillars of our Maritime community, our dedicated instructor, 𝗖/𝗘 𝗘𝗱𝗰𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗲𝗹 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝗿𝗶𝘁.

As you sail into another meaningful chapter of your life, may this special day serve as a gentle reminder of the countless lives you have inspired and guided within the halls of our beloved College of Maritime Studies. Beyond the lessons of navigation, discipline, and the demanding life at sea, your commitment as an educator continues to shape aspiring mariners into individuals prepared not only to conquer the vast oceans, but also to face life's horizons with courage, competence, and integrity.

Your dedication to teaching and your unwavering commitment to the formation of future seafarers are treasures that no chart can measure and no distance can diminish. Like a steadfast beacon amid uncertain waters, your guidance continues to illuminate the path of those who dream of sailing beyond the horizon.

Once again, Happy Birthday, C/E Edcequiel Estares Dayrit! May your journey ahead be blessed with fair winds, calm seas, abundant happiness, and all the success and appreciation you truly deserve. May you continue to inspire generations of mariners and leave a legacy that will sail far beyond the shores of our College.

Fair winds and following seas on this wonderful voyage around the sun, Sir!

From your College of Maritime Studies Family, we celebrate you today and honor the guiding light you continue to be for every aspiring mariner.

✍🏻: Rohjan James P. Samillano
🖼️: Well Smith S. Dalisay

21/08/2026

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗬 𝗕𝗜𝗥𝗧𝗛𝗗𝗔𝗬, 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗧!

𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒 | Every great voyage is made possible by someone who knows when to hold the course, when to change the heading, and when to remind everyone aboard why they began the journey in the first place.

Today, the 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀 proudly celebrates the birthday of our esteemed Dean, 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝘁. 𝗟𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗩. 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗳𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝗜𝗜.

Through the years, your leadership has become part of the story of every Marinong KasUbays. The standards you uphold, the opportunities you help create, and the direction you provide continue to influence generations of aspiring mariners. Every student who steps into this College carries a dream of reaching the sea, and through your leadership, many are given the opportunity to turn that dream into a destination.

Today, we celebrate the man behind the uniform, the Dean behind the office, and the mentor behind countless lessons. We celebrate the dedication, patience, wisdom, and commitment that you continue to share with the CMS community.

May this new chapter of your life bring you voyages worth remembering, horizons worth chasing, and moments that remind you just how many lives have been touched by your journey.

𝙃𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙮 𝘽𝙞𝙧𝙩𝙝𝙙𝙖𝙮, 𝘾𝙖𝙥𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙣!

𝙆𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙢 𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮, 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙫𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙘𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙧, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙖𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙨 𝙖𝙡𝙬𝙖𝙮𝙨 𝙗𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙛𝙖𝙫𝙤𝙧. ⚓️🌊

✍🏻: Rohjan James Samillano
🖼️: Well Smith Dalisay

17/08/2026

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙩𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙙𝙤𝙚𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙮 𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝; 𝙞𝙩 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙨.

Every great voyage across the vast expanse of the ocean begins long before setting sail starts with the choice of where your character, discipline, and purpose will be forged.

If you are looking for a maritime institution that goes beyond textbook lessons to shape you into a resilient leader, look no further than the UA–College of Maritime Studies.

UA–CMS has consistently developed world-class maritime leaders who embody technical mastery, strong leadership, and unwavering integrity. Don't just take our word for it—listen to the story of one of our exceptional alumnus:

"The choice of where to lay the foundation for your future is rarely accidental; for me, it was the defining turning point of my life. Entering the University of Antique (UA) College of Maritime Studies back in 2004, I sought more than just classroom instruction—I was looking for a home that would discipline my mind and unleash potential I barely knew I possessed. Serving as student governor during my time on campus allowed me to lead my fellow cadets and experience firsthand the supportive environment that UA fosters. By the time I completed my academics in 2007, UA had built the core capabilities that would carry me through every wave and tempest of my career.

The institution does not merely teach; it transforms. Guided by expert instructors, dedicated faculty, and staff, UA instills a culture of discipline, practical competence, and unyielding faith. That solid foundation propelled me to pass my OIC-EW board examinations in October 2011. After serving at sea as a 4th Engineer, my deep gratitude brought me right back to where it all started. Returning to the UA College of Maritime Studies as an instructor and alumni coordinator allowed me to help mentor the next generation of seafarers, giving back to the community that forged me. Indeed UA is transforming lives and building communities.

That continuous preparation paid off when I earned my Management Level qualification and Chief Engineer license on October 11, 2022. Today, as I sail as a 2nd Engineer with MAR MANILA INC., I carry the pride of Maradiona, Belison, Antique, and the unwavering standards of the University of Antique.

My journey to the top engine room ranks began within the halls of UA. It is more than just a school; it is the ultimate training ground for future maritime leaders ready to command the high seas."

CHIEF ENGINEER EDCEQUIEL ESTARES DAYRIT
Chief Engineer / 2nd Engineer, LYDIA MAR MANILA INC.
Former Student Governor, UA-CMS Instructor, and Alumni Coordinator
BS in Marine Engineering | Class of 2007

Before mastering the highest ranks of the engine room, every successful maritime leader once stood where you are right now—deciding which compass to trust.

Your career at sea is waiting. Map your future today.

Chart your course with the University of Antique–College of Maritime Studies.

Words by: E/C Daniel John M. Salgado
Layout by: Midshipman Vladem Myr B. Guerra

11/08/2026

𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗦 𝗢𝗡 𝗗𝗘𝗖𝗞, 𝗖𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗖𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗦!

It’s time to 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗹𝗲𝗲𝘃𝗲𝘀, 𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝗻𝗲! Join us for 𝗞𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗯𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗵𝗮𝗻: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗛𝘂𝘀𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗮𝗱𝗮 𝗘𝘀𝗸𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗮 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 on 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟮–𝟭𝟯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, 𝟬𝟴𝟬𝟬𝗛.

This will take place in 𝗖𝗠𝗦 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮, 𝗘𝗕 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀 occupied by the College of Maritime Studies.

As future maritime professionals, let us show that 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲, 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 begin not only at sea, but right here in our own college.

𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝘄. 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲. 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.

𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗦 𝗢𝗡 𝗗𝗘𝗖𝗞, 𝗖𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗖𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗦!

It’s time to 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝗽 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗹𝗲𝗲𝘃𝗲𝘀, 𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝗻𝗲! Join us for 𝗞𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗯𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗵𝗮𝗻: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗛𝘂𝘀𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗮𝗱𝗮 𝗘𝘀𝗸𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗮 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 on 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟮–𝟭𝟯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, 𝟬𝟴𝟬𝟬𝗛.

This will take place in 𝗖𝗠𝗦 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮, 𝗘𝗕 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀 occupied by the College of Maritime Studies.

As future maritime professionals, let us show that 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲, 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 begin not only at sea, but right here in our own college.

𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝘄. 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲. 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.

11/08/2026

📢 ANNOUNCEMENT!

To all 1st-Year Students listed below:

Your uniforms are now available!

Please proceed to Shane Dress Shop to claim your uniform. Don’t forget to bring your receipt as proof of payment.

Thank you!

06/08/2026

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT❗

Attention First-Year Students, Transferees, and Shifters!
Please be reminded of your required documents for submission. Kindly prepare both originals and photocopies as listed.
NOTE: Keep a personal copy of all your requirements.
Let’s stay organized and complete.

Thank you.