Notable Stories in January 2025
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- FDM Graduating Students’ Works Celebrated at Sinulid 2025
- At Benilde, Exceptional Helpdesk Support is Like No Other
- Forging Global Connections with a UK University Through a Groundbreaking Partnership
- Benilde Revamps Business Admin Program to Meet Tech-Driven Industry Demands
- Congratulations to the 29 New Benildean Architects
- Global Game Jam Returns to Face-to-Face, Sparks Creativity with 22 Unique Games
- Lasallian Mission Week Recap: Ben-Ex Fashion Highlights
- Saint Benilde Romançon Community Engagement Awards 2025
- Admissions Updates
- In Case You Missed It
- Upcoming Events
Sinulid: Threaded Experience showcased graduating Fashion Design and Merchandising students’ collections, highlighting themes of empowerment, individuality, and creativity. The event was followed by an exhibit at the 12th Floor Gallery, which opened on February 5 and will run until May 24.
On December 13, 2024, exchange students from UniLaSalle France looked back fondly on their time at Benilde as they bid farewell. The recently concluded exchange program with UniLaSalle was part of Benilde Global’s effort to promote international education and cultural exchange, benefiting both students and institutions.
The College and St. Mary’s University, Twickenham, London, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance educational opportunities through joint research, faculty and student exchanges, and cultural immersion initiatives. This partnership fosters global collaboration, uniting both institutions in their commitment to innovation, inclusion, and integrating faith with education.
Benilde has launched the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Business Solutions and Applications (BSBA-BSAA) to meet the demands of the digital economy, featuring a new Financial Technology (FinTech) elective. This course equips students with cutting-edge knowledge in blockchain, digital payments, and automated financial services, preparing them for high-demand careers in business and technology.
Congratulations to the 29 New Benildean Architects
Benilde stands out with an impressive overall passing rate of 80.56% and an 84% passing rate for first-timers, significantly surpassing the national average of 58.71%!
Top 3 Sam Tyra Fernandez (82.30%)
Top 4 John Gabriel Espiritu (82.20%)
Top 5 Dante Victorino Jr (82.00%)
Global Game Jam Returns to Face-to-Face, Sparks Creativity with 22 Unique Games
For three days, from January 24 to 26, the Augusto-Rosario Gonzalez Theater in Taft Campus buzzed with creativity and collaboration during the Global Game Jam (GGJ) 2025. Participants, including students, professionals, and hobbyists, developed 22 unique games inspired by the theme “Bubbles,” pushing the boundaries of innovation. This event, organized by the Gamers Union for Innovation and Leadership Development (GUILD) and the Game Design and Development program of the School of Management and Information Technology, marked a triumphant return to a full face-to-face format after four years. Benilde has proudly hosted GGJ since 2012, showcasing the immense talent and collaborative spirit of the Benildean Community.
GGJ 2025 Benilde Site Winners:
- Game of the Jam – Sincerely Yours, Future Me (Benilde)
- Best Narrative – Sincerely Yours, Future Me (Benilde)
- Best Sound Design – Deep Horizon (Benilde)
- Best Art – Croshie to the Stars (UE)
Top 5 Games:
- Sincerely Yours, Future Me (Benilde)
- Boba Barista (JRU)
- Croshie to the Stars (UE)
- Deep Horizon (Benilde)
- Pop ‘Er, Fish! (MAPUA)
Industry Judges:
- Ms. Kenzie Du – Game Writer (VirtualSea)
- Mr. Jay Gavarra – Game Designer (Altitude Games)
- Mr. Marl Gonzales – CEO (PurpleBug)
Lasallian Mission Week Recap: Ben-Ex Fashion Highlights
The Benildean Community embraced the daily Ben-Ex Inspired challenge, showcasing their creativity through unique outfits. The winners were revealed on February 3 on the Benilde–Lasallian Mission and Student Life Facebook page.
Saint Benilde Romançon Community Engagement Awards 2025
On January 31, the annual Saint Benilde Romancon Community Engagement Awards was held at the Design+Arts Theater. The event, now in its third year, recognizes the outstanding contributions of Benildean students, associates, and community partners to community engagement. These awards celebrate the dedication to the Lasallian Mission and the collective effort to improve society.
Benilde Preview: Unplugged
Benilde Preview: Unplugged 2025 kicks off with programs under the School of Environment and Design on February 15, 2025 at the Design+Arts Campus.
Admissions Updates
Admission for the 3rd Term of AY 2024-2025 has opened last January 13, 2025 and applications will be accepted until March 21, 2025.
Upcoming BEE online testing schedules for AY 2025-2026 applicants:
- February 22, 2025
- March 29, 2025
- April 26, 2025
In Case You Missed It
- People Organization and Development Office
- The application for those interested to apply for the Advanced Study Grants for enrollments covered by the 2nd Term of Academic Year 2024 – 2025 is now open through an Online Form.
- There is an invitation to serve as a Human Monitor for the upcoming BEE Online Testing. Your role will be essential in ensuring a fair and smooth testing experience for all participants.
- real time deductions on attendance deficiencies covering period January 1-15, 2025 will be deferred for January 25, 2025 payout but instead to take effect on February 10 payout. As assessed, this is due to significant turn-out of the deductions generated on the concerned associates’ payroll. Moving forward, may we remind everyone to consistently check your attendance in Traverse.
- PODO, through its Strategic Services and Partnerships Unit, offers opportunities for associates to enhance their skills and competencies while contributing to the realization of the College’s strategic goals and objectives. Through Professional Development Plans (PDP), associates can obtain a grant for external training, seminars, conferences, and conventions that foster individual growth and organizational success.
- PODO officially announces the start of the Mid-Year Performance Evaluation for Administrative Staff and Support Staff, covering the period from July to December 2024, within the Academic Year 2024-2025. This evaluation will be conducted using the platform available at https://apps1.benilde.edu.ph/paf/ from January 31 – February 7, 2025.
- Center for Health and Medical Services
- In order to maintain a safe and healthy environment for everyone on campus, we strongly encourage wearing of face masks, particularly in indoor spaces such as classrooms, hallways, common areas and transportations. This simple measure will help reduce the spread of respiratory droplets and minimize the transmission of germs.
- Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academics
- The OVCA announces the appointments of School Deans, School Director, School Associate Deans, and Program Chairpersons for the 2nd Term of Academic Year 2024-2025.
- Office of the Institutional Effectiveness and Research
- Your Feedback Matters: Enhance Our Cafeteria and Store Service by scanning the QR Code available on each cafeteria table to share your feedback directly, whether you are dining in or grabbing a take-out or at your convenience – anytime, anywhere, and on any day, please fill out our accessible google form.
- Share your feedback through our e-Shuttle Rider’s Evaluation. Your input is essential to helping us improve our service and ensure we continue to meet your needs. Scan the QR Code available inside the e-shuttle, or to offer feedback at your convenience – anytime, anywhere, and on any day, please fill out this link.
- Payroll Helpdesk
- Each year, all companies are required to submit an Alphabetical List to the BIR detailing employee income, tax withheld, and any adjustments for compliance. To fulfill this mandate, The College conducts an annual income and tax reconciliation or tax annualization exercise at year-end. This process determines whether employees are due a Tax Refund or have a Tax Deficiency. Refunds are paid directly to employees, while tax deficits, already advanced and remitted by DLS-CSB to the BIR, are collected from the affected Associates. Tax Refunds: Will be paid on January 10, 2025; and Tax Deficits: Will be recovered in four (4) equal installments from January 25 to March 10, 2025.
- Please be advised that the Certificate of Compensation Payment/Tax Withheld or BIR Form 2316 for the Taxable Year 2024 will be distributed starting January 30, 2025. A Google Drive link will be sent to your Benilde email, where the form can be accessed and downloaded.
- School of Environment and Design
- Participate in the Benilde Architecture and Design Innovation Prize 2025 and present groundbreaking ideas that push the boundaries of architecture, urbanism, and product design. Explore categories ranging from conceptual objects to architectural designs, short films, and beyond. Don’t miss this opportunity to innovate and inspire! This is open to all students! Register here.
- SHRIM – Chef’s Station
- Chef’s Station reopens for 2nd Term AY 2024-2025 every Monday to Friday, from 6:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
- SHRIM – Vatel Restaurant
- Vatel Restaurant reopens for 2nd Term AY 2024-2025 every Monday to Friday, from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
- Center for Lasallian Ministry (CLM)
- The 17th Benilde Family Pilgrimage is scheduled on March 27- 29. Participation fee costs Php 464.00 and open to Benildean associates and retirees.
- Office of the Registrar
- RO has moved to the 2/F Design+Arts Campus. RO Taft Campus remains open for Benilde Deaf School, Benilde Senior High School, and ID concerns.
- Degree Program Shifting for 3rd Term AY 2024-2025: Release of Forms is from January 16 – 30 | Counselors’ endorsement period for shifting is in January 16 – February 3 | Shifting Test Schedule is on January 23, 27, 30, February 3 and 6 | Deadline of Submission to RO is on February 12.
- Change of Track for 3rd Term AY 2024-2025: Application period is from January 16 – February 12.
- Students on LOA and AWOL Status, you may submit your application on January 20 – February 13.
- School of Professional and Continuing Education
- Join SPaCE’s upcoming programs for January 2025. Please refer to the Program Calendar for the schedule of each module offered this year.
- Office of the President
- The CIC-Media Relations Unit (CIC-MRU) is responsible for overseeing and approving all media requests, which include media interviews and releasing information to media specifically for print (broadsheets, magazines), broadcast (television, radio), and online press. These also include filming requests (from movie production companies, advertising agencies, media organizations, TV networks, and vloggers/social media influencers), photo shoots, and media coverages (photo or video coverage) within the College’s premises. Similarly, outside of the College, any events or activities that require media coverage must also have approval and clearance from the CIC-MRU.
- Hub of Innovation for Inclusion
- Startups and Volunteers may join in trailblazing the future with Benilde. Turn your ideas into action and be part of a creative ecosystem that fosters innovation for inclusion. With mentorship, resources, and a collaborative network, we’ll help you build and scale your dream enterprise. Step into a world of innovation and get hands-on experience working with startups that are shaping the future of the Philippines and beyond.
- Center for Learning Resources
- Looking for something educational to watch? Head over to Academic Video Online (AVON) database! ACADEMIC VIDEO ONLINE: documentaries, interviews, performances, news programs, newsreels, demonstrations, raw footage, feature films, award-winning films curated for the educational experience. Stream video titles spanning the widest range of subject areas here: https://clr.benilde.edu.ph/avon.
- WorldCat Discovery, our cloud-based Discovery Service helps you easily find print, nonprint, or online resources available in the CLR collection in one search engine. Procedures on how to borrow our print materials can be found here. Check out this FAQ page to learn more about this service.
- You can reserve and pick up your books through our Reserve & Receive (R&R) Service. Just follow the three easy steps here.
- Office of the Vice President for Finance
- To better accommodate day-to-day needs of the College, we are pleased to inform the community that the Petty Cash disbursement limit for cash advance and reimbursements will be increased from P1,000.00 to P2,000.00 effective February 1, 2025. This memo supersedes our previous memo OVPF-CFRM-12102023-20 with subject Redeployment of Cashier’s Petty Cash Fund dated October 12, 2023. All procedures for the use, schedule and replenishment remain unchanged.
- Center for Procurement
- The MRF deadline for CAPEX and OPEX is on March 28. Requests for office supplies, toner, and inks have a separate deadline.
Upcoming Events
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