history of mmsu
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History
Established on January 6, 1978 by virtue of PD 1279 otherwise known as its Charter,
Mariano Marcos State University was a merger of two growing state colleges in the province
of Ilocos Norte: the Mariano Marcos Memorial College of Science and Technology
(MMMCST) in Batac and the Northern Luzon State College (NLSC) in Laoag City. Also
integrated were the tertiary level courses of the Ilocos Norte Agricultural College in
Pasuquin and the Ilocos Norte College of Arts and Trades in Laoag. Even then, MMSU’s
roots were anchored deep, its foundations strong and its beginnings proven historical
turning points, as the predecessor institutions have existed as far back as the early 1900s.
[edit]Founding
MMMCST (1974) was founded as the Batac Farm School in 1906. It metamorphosed into
the Batac Rural High School in 1918, the Ilocos Norte Institute of Technology in 1964 and
MMMCST in 1974. The Currimao School of Fisheries, the Dingras National Agricultural
School and the Ilocos Norte School for Craftsman in Paoay formed its satellite campuses.
On the other hand, NLSC started as an experimental vacation school of the Philippine
Normal School in 1917. As its enrolment grew and its offerings became upgraded, it was
renamed the Ilocos Norte Normal School in 1952, the Northern Luzon Teachers College in
1963 and NLSC in 1976.
On the establishment of the university in 1978, a master plan that incorporated
environment–friendly land use and elegant architecture was executed, drawing expertise
from national agencies and institutions. New academic units were created and program
offerings were re-engineered in harmony with its vision and mission. Highly qualified faculty
was recruited them to reputable institutions in the country and abroad. It became an active
member of the International Association of Universities (IAU), the International Association
of Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL), and the Association of Technological Education
in the ASEAN (ATEAN). The United States Information Service (USIS) through the Thomas
Jefferson Cultural Center selected MMSU as seat of the American Studies Resource Center
(ASRC) in Northern Luzon. These strong foundations were laid during the administration of
Dr. Consuelo S. Blanco, the first president, whose leadership spanned from 1978 to 1983.
The university is relatively young compared to other state universities in the Philippines.
However, MMSU’s root anchored deep, its foundation is strong, and its beginnings all
proven historical turning points as far back as the early 1900s.
[edit]Academics and degree programs
To address key areas for social development outlined by the Office the President, the
university offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees from one of its nine
colleges.
[edit]Graduate School
Doctor of Philosophy
Doctor of Education
Master of Arts in Education
Master of Education
Master of Arts in Public Administration
Master in Public Administration
Master of Science in Rural Development
Master of Rural Development
Master of Arts in Nursing
Master in Nursing
Master of Science in Agriculture
Master of Science in Engineering
Master of Science in Biology
Master of Agriculture
Master of Science in Agroforestry
Graduate Diploma
[edit]College of Law
Bachelor of Law
[edit]College of Health Sciences
BS in Pharmacy
BS in Nursing
BS in Physical Therapy
16 000 students 100 faculty 4 staff 2 janitor 1 engot
[edit]College of Agriculture, Food and Sustainable Development
BS in Agriculture
BS in Forestry
BS in Development Communication
BS in Home Technology
BS in Agricultural Technology
Bachelor of Agricultural Technology
Diploma of Agricultural Technology
Forest Ranger
Technical Homemaking
Associate in Home Technology
Associate in Technical Homemaking
[edit]College Aquatic Science and Applied Technology
BS in Marine Biology
BS in Fisheries
[edit]College of Arts and Sciences
BS in Mathematics
BS in Computer Science
BS in Biology
BS in Environmental Science
AB in Sociology
AB in English Studies
BS in Chemistry
[edit]College of Business, Economics and Accountancy
BS in Accountancy
BS in Accounting Technology
BS in Economics
BS in Business Administration
Marketing Management
Human Resources Development Management
BS in Tourism Management ( Local and International)
BS in Cooperative Management
BS in Entrepreneurship
BS in Hospitality Management
[edit]College of Engineering
BS in Agricultural Engineering
BS in Ceramic Engineering
BS in Chemical Engineering
BS in Civil Engineering
BS in Computer Engineering
BS in Electrical Engineering
BS in Electronics Engineering
BS in Mechanical Engineering
[edit]College of Industrial Technology
BS in Industrial Education
BS in Industrial Technology (ladderized)
BS of Automotive Technology
1 student only
[edit]College of Teacher Education
The College of Teacher Education is a separate entity under MMSU, officially the Mariano
Marcos State University - College of Education Campus.
Bachelor in Secondary Education
Bachelor in Elementary Education
Short-Term Programs
[edit]Student publication
SIRMATA is the official publication of the college students of Mariano Marcos State
University. It is the oldest existing student publication in region 1, founded by Dr. Sosimo
Ma. Pablico.The first Editor in Chief was Rodelio Lumbo(1987-1988), followed by Lloyd
Ruben Castro(1989-1990).In 1990-1991, the first woman EIC was Maria Jesusa G. imperio
from the College of Nursing. She was selected again the next year (1991-1992). Others
who followed were:
Donald Galacgac (1992-1993) Jollybird Gusto (1993-1994) May Richelie Mata (1994-1995) Roxanne Lee Castro(1995-1996) Ryan Dean Sucgang (1996-1997) Roger Cacayorin (1998-2000)
Students who wants to become members of the editorial team must take a qualifying exam
administered every academic year. A selection committee is created, as per pertinent
provisions of Republic Act 7079 or the Campus Journalism Act of 1991, who evaluate the
applicants based on their written exams and group or one-on-one interviews. During the
past years,[when?] SIRMATAhas almost disappeared the editorial staff failed to come out with
regular issues.
In academic year 1998-1999 SIRMATA was reinvented when Roger Cacayorin, a BS
Development Communication student, assumed the paper's highest post as editor in chief,
after serving as college correspondent during the previous year. At that time, the paper
became witness of many student-centered events, on top of which was alleged sexual
harassment by a top university official to an agriculture student.
When academic year 1999-2000 came, Cacayorin was still the paper's chief editor; the
editorial staff decided to pick a new publications adviser. They unanimously selected Emile
Kathleen Aguilar, a journalism professor at the Department of Development Communication
of the College of Agriculture and Forestry. She is a graduate of BA in Mass
Communications at the UP College of Baguio in Baguio City.
In 2010, the publication conducted its 1st SMAP Journalism Workshop in honor of its
founder and is an annual gathering of student journalists.
There are also existing publications of the different units.
[edit]Location
MMSU is in Ilocos Norte, a province in the northwestern part of Luzon Island, Philippines.
Its main campus of about 300 hectares is in Batac City, 472 km from Manila.
MMSU doubles as a tourist destination, given its picturesque views and its rich educational
and cultural endowments.
The tree-lined roads, from the twin gate down to the administration building and the five
colleges, offer a refreshing welcome. Complete with wide, grass-carpeted commencement
ground, the oval and tennis courts, and the Olympic-size swimming pool, its infrastructure
such as the college buildings, the huge library, the university mansion, the theater and
gymnasium, the training center, the housing units and the dormitories,and the University
Hostel it is truly one dynamic package.
MMSU maintains five other campuses. These are in Batac City (main campus), Laoag City
(two campuses), Currimao, Dingras and Paoay.
[edit]Integrated University Laboratory Schools
MMSU has high school departments. In July 2009, these high school departments went out
from their mother colleges to form the Integrated University Laboratory Schools (IULS).
UHS has two campuses: Laboratory High School - Laoag Campus and the University High
School - Science Curriculum (also known as MMSU Science High School or Laboratory
High School - Science Curriculum) in Batac City.
LHS Laoag is known for debate tournaments both national and international arenas. SHS
Batac is known for having an advanced curriculum and academic excellence similar to the
curriculum used by the Philippine Science High School and the DOST-accredited high
schools. Science classes were formed through a Memorandum of Agreement between
MMSU and Philippine Science High School during the administration of Dr. Santiago Obien.
SHS has been active in joining various contests of different fields and have gathered
numerous awards.
[edit]Laboratory Elementary School
The Laboratory Elementary School of the university (MMSU-LES) has two campuses: one
in Laoag City and a new campus in Batac City, which comprises nursery, kindergarten and
grades 1–3. It is said that the campus in Batac City will add one level every school year until
grade six. LES is known for academic excellence and for their performance in provincial,
regional, and national contests.
[edit]Athletics
MMSU Stallions varsity teams:
Ball Games
Basketball
Volleyball
Baseball
Table Tennis
Lawn Tennis
Soccer
Track and Field
Discus Throw
Javelin Throw
High Jump
Long JUmp
Board Games
Chess
Swimming
Cheer Dance
[edit]Presidents
Dr. Consuelo S. Blanco, June 1978–May 1983: New academic units were created and
program offerings were re-engineered in harmony with its vision and mission. Highly
qualified faculty was recruited them to reputable institutions in the country and abroad. It
became an active member of the International Association of Universities (IAU), the
International Association of Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL), and the
Association of Technological Education in the ASEAN (ATEAN). The United States
Information Service (USIS) through the Thomas Jefferson Cultural Center also selected
MMSU as seat of the American Studies Resource Center (ASRC) in Northern Luzon.
These strong foundations were laid during the administration of Dr. Consuelo S. Blanco,
first president, whose leadership spanned the period from 1978 to 1983.
Dr. Santiago R. Obien, June 1983–May 1986: Obien’s term enlarged the coast in
research and extension and consolidated curricular offerings in the different campuses.
Committed to bringing about a better life and education for all including farmers,
homemakers and out-of-school youth, he launched the thrust on formal and non-formal
education for technology transfer in agriculture, fisheries, arts and trades.
Dr. Felipe B. Cachola, June 1986–May 1993: The stewardship of Cachola was guided
by a transparent and participative management. Notable of which was the
implementation of the United Nations Development Program–Food and Agriculture
Organization (UNDP-FAO)–MMSU Project: "Strengthening the Development of Dryland
Agriculture in the Ilocos" at the university forest reservation in Bgys. Payao and Sarnap,
Batac. The accreditation by the Accrediting Agency for Chartered Colleges and
Universities of the Philippines (AACCUP) raised the quality of its offerings in education
and agriculture both in the undergraduate and graduate levels. Key officials and middle-
level management participated in a mobile seminar that brought them to SUCs in Luzon
and Visayas.
Dr. Elias L. Calacal, June 1993–May 1999: The leadership of Calacal brought on
projects that effectively used hilly lands and sand dunes. The university was
distinguished as Center of Excellence for Teacher Education in Region I while several
programs reached Level II or III AACCUP accreditation. Facilities were improved and
underused spaces were converted into well-furnished convention venues or dormitories.
The theater was provided with non-expensive indigenous acoustic materials (fiberboard
egg trays on the sides and ceilings, which proved to be decorative) and renamed Teatro
Ilocandia.
Dr. Saturnino M. Ocampo Jr., June 1999–December 2004: Ocampo’s term provided the
culture of discipline especially on financial and time management; self-reliance; and
observance of the 5S as an approach to achieving excellence. Course offerings were
revised with the closure of non-performing ones. With board-approved organizational
structure, unit heads were afforded the freedom to innovate, initiate reforms and make
appropriate decisions. This resulted to three more centers of excellence/development,
the conferment of scientist positions to five professors, outstanding performance in
licensure exams, and quality refurbishment of physical facilities.
Dr. Miriam E. Pascua, May 2005–present
[edit]See also
List of forestry universities and colleges
[edit]References
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Type of school: Public University
Gender admission: Men and Women
Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Phone: , 077-792-2564 to 69 local 142 or 143
Website: http://www.mmsu.edu.ph
COURSES OFFERED AT MMSU MAIN BATAC CITY:
Agriculture Courses
o Agriculture - all courses (13)
o Agricultural Engineering (1)
o Agricultural Technology (1)
o Animal Science & Production (1)
o Crop Science & Agronomy (4)
o Forestry (1)
o Business Courses
o Business - all courses (7)
o Accountancy (2)
o Business Administration (4)
o Economics (1)
o Entrepreneurship (2)
o Management (1)
o Communication & Information Science Courses
o Communication & Information Science (1)
o Computer Science & Mathematics Courses
o Computer Engineering (1)
o Computer Science (1)
o Mathematics (1)
o Engineering Courses
o Engineering - all courses (8)
o Ceramic Engineering (1)
o Chemical Engineering (1)
o Civil Engineering (1)
o Computer Engineering (1)
o Electrical Engineering (1)
o Electronics and Communications Engineering (1)
o Mechanical Engineering (1)
o Language Courses
o English (1)
o Law Courses
o Law (1)
o Medical & Healthcare Courses
o Nursing (1)
o Pharmacy (1)
o Physical Therapy (1)
o Science Courses
o Science - all courses (3)
o Biology (1)
o Environmental Science (1)
o Social Science Courses
o Sociology (1)
o Tourism & Hotel Administration Courses
o Tourism (1)
SCHOLARSHIPS AT MMSU MAIN BATAC CITY:
• Academic Scholarship
Entrance Scholarship
College Scholarship
University Scholarship
• Grantees
Athletic Grants
Barangay grants
Cultural Grants
MMSU Employees Dependents
SK Officials
ART 152
CSC Officers
• Other Government Scholarships
Department of Science and Technology Scholarship
Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte Scholarship
Provincial Government of Calanasan Scholarship
Provincial Government of Kalinga Scholarship
Special Study Grants Program for Congressional District I
Special Study Grants Program for Congressional District II
PBED
GSIS
NCIP
CHED-COD
CIBAC
Laoag City Scholarship
Municipality of Dingras Scholarship
City of Batac Scholarship
CHED – SAFE Scholarship
FAST PACE
• Privately Funded Scholarships
Dr. Asuncion Scholarship
Hon. Michael Marcos Keon Scholarship
Swerte Balintona Scholarship
DTC Foundation
Annak ti Batac Jayce
LOCATION
Address:
Mariano Marcos State University
Barangay 16, Batac City, Ilocos Norte
Mariano Marcos State University
Pambansang Pamantasan ng Mariano Marcos
Motto in English "Where instruction, research and
technology promotion are at their finest"
Established 6 January 1978
Type State University
President Dr. Miriam E. Pascua, 2005–present
Students +16,000
Undergraduates +13,500
Postgraduates +1,500
Location Batac City, Ilocos Norte;Laoag
City, Ilocos Norte;Paoay, Ilocos
Norte;Currimao, Ilocos Norte;Dingras,
Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Region,
Philippines
Campus 300 hectares (main campus)
Colors Green and Gold
Nickname MMSU Stallions
Mascot Stallion
Affiliations SCUAA I, NCC Philippines.
Website www.mmsu.edu.ph
HISTORICAL BACKGROUND
The Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) is a comprehensive institution of higher learning in
the Ilocos region, which was establish in 06 January 1978 by Presidential Decree (PD) 1279 and
named after the father of former President Ferdinand E. Marcos. The decree merge two state
colleges in the province of Ilocos Norte, the then Mariano Marcos Memorial College of Science and
Technology (MMMCST) with campuses in Batac, Currimao, Paoay and Dingras, and the Northern
Luzon State College (NLSC) in Laoag City. It also transferred the college departments of the Ilocos
Norte College of Arts and Trades (INCAT) in Loag City and Ilocos Norte Agricultural College (INAC)
in Pasuquin.
The university is relatively young compared to other state universities in the Philippines. However,
MMSU’s root anchored deep, its foundation is strong, and its beginnings all proven historical turning
points as far back as the early 1900’s.
To date, the university has ten academic units: Graduate School, College of Agriculture, Food and
Sustainable Development, College of Aquatic Science and Applied Technology, College of Arts and
Sciences, College of Business, Economics and Accountancy, College of Engineering, College of
Health Sciences, College of Industrial Technology, College of Teacher Education and College of
Law
VISION
The University shall be a major source of industry-ready graduates and market-oriented
technologies for agri-industralization in the context of sustainable development.
MISSION
The University shall contribute to better quality of life and ecological balance through quality
instruction, productivity, client-oriented research and extension programs and projects supported by
adequate manpower and educational resources and information technology.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
University specially aims to:
Offer a wide range of academic programs at the certificate, associate, baccalaureate, masters and
doctorate levels;
Maintain a broad range of research programs both in the basic and applied sciences, especially in
the arts, agriculture, agribusiness, agroforestry, fisheries, teacher education, rural sociology,
management, and technology which will generate knowledge and provide a basis for solutions to the
development needs of the province and region;
Provide off-campus instructional continuing education and extension services to meet the needs of
residents of the province and the region within the context of the regional and national non-formal
education; and
Serve as the locus for the regional cooperative and development center for public and private
colleges and universities in the Ilocos region.
Graduate School
Doctor of Philosophy
Major in
Rural Development
Crop Production Management
Lingustics
Doctor of Education
Master of Arts in Education
Major in
Filipino
Educational Management
Social Studies
Guidance and Counseling
Livelihood Education
Library and Information Management
Special Education
English/Liguistics
Teacher Education
MSEPK/PEHM
Technology and Home Economics
Biology
Chemistry
Science Education
Mathematics
Physics
Master of Education
Major in
Filipino
Educational Management
Social Studies
Guidance and Counseling
Early Childhood Education
Library Information Management
Special Education
English/Liguistics
Teacher Education
MSEPK/PEHM
Technology and Home Economics
Master of Arts in Public Administration
Master in Public Administration
Master of Science in Rural Development
Master of Rural Development
Master of Arts in Nursing
Major in
Maternal and Child Health
Medical Surgical Nursing
Master in Nursing
Major in
Maternal and Child Health
Medical Surgical Nursing
Master of Science in Agriculture
Major in
Animal Science
Crop Science
Master of Agriculture
Major in
Animal Science
Crop Science
Master of Science in Agroforestry
Graduate Diploma
Major in
Science Education
Mathematics Education
English Education
College of Agriculture, Food and Sustainable Development
BS in Agriculture
Major in
Agricultural Education
Agricultural Economics
Agricultural Entrepreneurship
Agricultural Extension
Agronomy
Horticulture
Soil Science
Crop Protection
Animal Science
BS in Forestry
BS in Development Communication
BS in Home Technology
BS in Environmental Science
BS in Agricultural Technology
College of Aquatic Science and Applied Technology
BS in Marine Biology
BS in Fisheries
Major in
Aquaculture
Marine Fisheries
Fish Processing
College of Arts and Sciences
BS in Mathematics
BS in Computer Science
BS in Biology
AB in Sociology
AB in English Studies
Major in
English as Second Language
Communication Arts
College of Business, Economics and Accountancy
BS in Accountancy
BS in Economics
BS in Bussiness Administration
Major in
Marketing Management
Human Resource Development Management
BS in Cooperative Management
Bachelor of Science in Accounting Technology
Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management
Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management
College of Engineering
BS in Agriclutural Engineering
BS in Civil Engineering
BS in Electrical Engineering
BS in Mechanical Engineering
BS in Chemical Engineering
BS in Ceramic Engineering
BS in Computer Engineering
BS in Elect. and Comm. Engineering
College of Health Sciences
BS in Nursing
BS in Physical Therapy
BS in Pharmacy
College of Industrial Technology
BS in Industrial Education
Major in
Automotive Technology
Garments Technology
Food Technology
Drafting Technology
Electronics Technology
BS in Industrial Technology
Major in
Automotive Technology
Food Technology
Garments Technology
Drafting Technology
Electronics Communication Technology
Ceramics Technology
Electrical Technology
Computer Technology
Civil Technology
College of Teacher Education
Bachelor in Secondary Education
Major in
English
Filipino
Social Studies
Physical Science
Technology and Livelihood Education
Mathematics
Biological Sciences
Bachelor in Elementary Education
Major in
General Education
Special Education
Pre-school Education
Short-Term Programs
Major in
Professional Education
Teacher Certificate Program
College of Law
Bachelor of Law