Mabinay, Negros Oriental-Cave Capital of the Philippines
Oct 10th, 2008 | By b2ng | Category: News and HeadlinesWith more than 400 caves that can be found in the town of Mabinay, the municipality may now be considered as the cave capital of the Philippines because of its explored and unexplored hidden treasure, on the same town can also be found the second longest cave in the country, the Odlongan cave.
According to Vice-mayor Ernesto Uy the local government of Mabinay is now planning to increase the fees charged to the visitors for the purpose that they will develop and maintained the beauty of the caves. Resolutions were approved for continuous exploration and development of these caves, with more funding requirement for the acquisition of equipment, among others, he said.
The town is now recorded at least 50 out of 400 caves that have been developed and explored wherein the local government of Mabinay organized different activities such as extreme sports, kayaking and rappelling for the local and foreign tourist. Another discovery from the beauty of nature in Mabinay is the Bugsok falls; a 70 meter high falls where a hot spring is located. The municipality is now requesting a fund from Negros Oriental Governor Emilio Matias II for the development and beautification of the said falls.
I’m proud of Mabinay, I used to staudy at Abis Mabinay Elementary School. The last time i visited Mabinay was in 2003 and 2005 when my parents died respectively. I have to older sister residing there at Mabinay. The first one is Mrs. Ramila Bohol, owner of Angelus Funeral Homes, she is married to a Policeman named Howard Bohol. The other one is Mrs. Emogene L. Carcusia who is married to Shime Carcusia a Teacher at Abis Elementary School.
I planned to visit Mabinay on September 2009 and i want explore some of the Famous caves there and the newly discvovered Bugsok Falls, (Where in Mabinay can you find that falls/) even my two sisters doesn’t know where it is. I’m thrilled to see that falls come September 2009. I also want to visit one of my surviving teacher; Mrs. Paculanang who is my teacher in Grade 2. I’ve heard that she is now teaching at Mabinay National High School. Can’t wait to see Mabinay!
I n c h r o n I c l e s…
NEGROS ORIENTAL STATE UNIVERSITY Mabinay Campus (NORSU-M) is sown and nurtured by the spirit of Mabinay-Bayanihan. The plurality of its stakeholders in providing higher education for the “poor but deserving” students is an actualization of liberal education. Through this state university, NORSUnian learning is an investment. NORSU-M is a legacy of collaboration and dedication of citizens for the noble mandate of education in the zenith of this southern clime.
June 16, 1997, Pag-pugas Sa Binhi. This is sowing the seed of education in the summit of southern Negros, Mabinay. It was a joint dedication to serve the “poor but deserving” high school graduates that resolved for the establishment of a collegiate institution. As a real felt-need of the constituents of the Municipality of Mabinay, the local council moved for the naissance of a vocational and technical school.
“RESOLVED, as its hereby resolved, that a technical school
be established in this municipality and constructed at
Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental to be funded jointly out of
the province and municipal funds. RESOLVED FURTHER, that
this said institution of learning be known as the MABINAY
INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY.” (SB Resolution No. 94, s., 1997)
The Sangguniang Bayan Resolution No. 94 provided for the legal foundation of Mabinay Institute of Technology (MIT). In Mabinay-Bayanihan, the 13 gentlemen initiated the spirit of collaboration for the province-wide concern. MIT is a complete technical college operated with the approval of the Department of Education, Culture and Sports.
June 25, 2004, Pag-alima Sa Binhi. This is nurturing the seed of university education. It was the 11th Congress of the Republic of the Philippines that enacted a law for a state university in the Province of Negros Oriental. As a Sate U for the “poor but deserving students, the former Central Visayas Polytechnic College has transformed into Negros Oriental State University.
Republic Act No. 9299, section 1 “The Central Visayas
Polytechnic College is hereby converted into state university to
be known as the Negros Oriental State University ( N O R S U ),
herein referred to as the University integrating therewith the
Genaro Goñi Memorial College in the City of Bais, the Siaton
Community College in the Municipality of Siaton, and the
Mabinay Institute of Technology in the Municipality of
Mabinay, all municipalities located in the Province of
Negros Oriental…” (RA 9299, s. 2004)
The R.A. 9299 of the Philippine bicameral Congress has grown Mabinay Institute of Technology (MIT) into Negros Oriental State University Mabinay Campus (NORSU-M). Mabinay-Bayanihan has become a culture of collaboration of every Mabinayanon. The tri-functions of NORSU-M are for excellence and service to all stakeholders in this apex of the Negrense Island.
June 15, 2009, Mabinay-ANIHAN. This is the day of harvest of goodness. Negros Oriental State University Mabinay Campus (NORSU-M) realized the philosophical line of “invest, and harvest”. This is the harvest of goodness by all, of all and for all stakeholders. The spirit, the culture of Mabinay-Bayanihan raises NORSU-M as the 9th campus of the prestigious Negros Oriental State University.
Today, Negros Oriental State University Mabinay Campus (NORSU-M) has become the PRIDE, the HOPE, and the FUTURE in this southern pinnacle of Negros Island.
Establishment of Mabinay Institute of Technology (MIT), June 17, 1997, Nagpugas Sa Binhi.
Hon. Mayor Rutillo A. Cabusog
Hon. Vice-Mayor Rufo C. Tumapa
Sangguniang Bayan Members
Hon. Enozario T. Baldoza
Hon. Ernie T. Uy
Hon. Jovy A. Cabusog
Hon. Carlito S. Garces
Hon. Honey Lynn T. Teng
Hon. Buenaventura C. Dy
Hon. Nicarito P. Gordoncillo
Hon. Tobias L. Villorejo
Hon. Deuben C. Durango, Jr.
Hon. Erwin B. Vergara
Principal Licerio T. Napao
DECS Negros Oriental Division
Integration of Mabinay Institute of Technology (MIT) to Negros Oriental State University (NORSU), now Negros Oriental State University Mabinay Campus (NORSU-M), June 15, 2009, Nag-MabinayBAYANIHAN
Hon. Governor Emilio C. Macias, II
Province of Negros Oriental
Hon. Congressman George P. Arnaiz
2nd Congressional District
Hon. Mayor Enozario T. Baldoza
Municipality of Mabinay, Negros Oriental
Hon. Vice-Mayor Ernie T. Uy
Municipality of Mabinay, Negros Oriental
Sangguniang Bayan Members
Hon. Angelito J. Rosalem
Hon. Jose P. Mission
Hon. Hector Cris A. Emperado
Hon. Elan N. Cadayday
Hon. Carlito S. Garces
Hon. Wendell G. Sinda
Hon. Miraldo A. Tinio
Hon. Maria Rosario F. Ocay
Hon. Jurelyn Blaza
Negros Oriental State University (NORSU) System Officials
Hon. HENRY A. SOJOR, Ph.D.
NORSU System President
Prof. Victoria P. Dinopol, Ph.D.
Vice-President for Academic Affairs
Prof. Ma. Elsa Ilona A. Bulado, Ed.D.
Vice-President for Administration and
Special Concerns
Prof. Peter T. Dayot, Ed.D.
Vice-President for Planning, Research, Extension, and International Linkages
Negros Oriental State University (NORSU) Mabinay Campus Stakeholders
Prof. Cesar P. Estrope, Ed.D.
Campus Administrator
Prof. Richard B. Osumo, M.S.Crim
Assistant Campus Administrator
Hon. Raminie C. Amante
President, NORSU-M SG
Hon. Juanito B. Ortega
President, NORSU-M FUPTA
Engr. Arcie S. Nogra
President, NORSU-M FSC
NORSUnians’ Existence in the Town of Mabinay
By: Lilibeth E. Cadorna
NORSU-Mabinay Campus hosted the opening of “LIngganay sa Mabinay” held at Poblacion, Mabinay Lingganay stage last December 20, 2009. The performers were selected students with the special participation of its faculty members from different programs offered, to wit: BSCrim, AB-English, BSBA, BSOSM, BSCS and BSIT. They all presented their own Christmas symbols which were very eye catching.
The BSBA were the first to present and I was one of them. I was so nervous at first but later on I was able to feel fine.
The entire show lasted for a couple of hours. All the participants of course that includes me went home with great pride! We were all thankful for that wonderful moment to showcase our talents to our fellow Mabinayanons.
Syempre sa NORSU-Mabinay!
By. Rosella P. Rodriguez
If someone asks you, “Asa ka ga-eskwela?” can you proudy say “Syempre sa NORSU- Mabinay!”? Knowing all the universities and colleges here in Negros Oriental with wonderful façade, high-rise buildings, fully-equipped classroom facilities, and gaining prestigious records, it may be quite hard for a student of a newly-established campus to boast of his school. Our school, Negros Oriental State University- Mabinay Campus, a one year and two months old school is now starting to gain compliments…and criticisms. You can hear some say “NORSU-Namangka” rather than “NORSU-Mabinay” or “University? Naa man na tunga sa katubhan!” or “Dili man na school, baul man na!” it hurts, right? It really hurts. But turning our backs from all those criticisms is not the best thing to do. We, NORSU-M students, should learn how to smile at criticisms. We should always remember that learning does not depend solely on the beauty of the school. It’s on us students, it’s on us how we absorb all the daily lessons-lessons in school and in life. Everything in this world starts with nothing. What was NORSU Main Campus before? It was even tagged as “bahong taya”. We must stay strong and determined despite all the criticisms that people throw on us. Being a true-blue Nursonian takes more than just singing and memorizing the NORSU Hymn, Mission, Vision, Corporate Values and Goals. What matters and counts most is how we apply every word of it in our lives and learn how to become better persons and better citizens of this country. One thing that we should be proud of is that we chose to go to school instead of staying at home, doing nothing and be called simply as “tambays”. We must be determined to move onward. What’s important now is that we have to strive hard and do our best so that we can prove to these people that studying in a campus that is “naa sa tunga sa katubhan” is not an obstacle to continue our journey to success. If someone will ask “ Asa ka ga-eskwela?” we can say with our heads up, “Siyempre sa NORSU- Mabinay!”
NORSU- M: The Seed of Hope
By. Rosella P. Rodriguez
Just like how a tiny seed sprouts, NORSU-M is now starting to develop its roots, stem, leaves, and hopefully, its fruits.
Through the initiative and effort of the University President, Hon. Henry A. Sojor, Ph.D., Campus Administrator, Prof. Cesar P. Estrope, Ed.D. Officials from the university system and LGU, Negros Oriental State University – Mabinay Campus was established. It was a dream-come-true for all the Mabinayons; to have a university that caters quality education despite poverty. It was on June 16, 2009 when the Seed of Hope was planted, just exactly on the same date (June 16, 1997) when the Mabinay Institute of Technology (MIT), a collegiate institution was also established. Republic Act 9299 of Philippines Bicameral Congress has grown MIT to NORSU-M. So, the MIT buildings are now used as classrooms for the students.
Located at North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental, NORSU- M stands in the midst of a 6.5 hectare lot, blessed with sugarcane and corn plantations.
NORSU- M started with 342 students last June 2009. But after a semester it dropped to 232 due to financial constraints.
But giving up is not the answer to all these obstacles. NORSU-M is now on its second year of operation. With one building funded by the Basta NegOr and two MIT buildings, the campus is now serving 304 students for this semester, AY:2010-2011.
NORSU –M has two departments : the Arts and Sciences and the Business and Technology. The Arts and Sciences has BS Criminology, AB General Curriculum and Associate in Criminology while the Business and Technology has BS in Industrial Technology, BS Office Systems Management, BS Computer Science, BS Hospitality Management, Associate in Industrial Technology, Associate in Office Systems Management, Associate in Computer Science and Associate in Hospitality Management.
NORSU- M, being a year and two months old satellite campus, provides the hope for all the students coming from the different barangays of the town. The success of its student is the fruit that someday everybody will reap. We owe this to NORSU-M, our Pride, our Hope, and our Future.
NORSU –M for Progress
By: Franklin A. Cadiz
After few weeks of striving in a newly opened university – NORSU – M, “ Araw ng Wika” was the first activity celebrated by the Norsunians last August 2009 with the theme : “Wikang Pilipino Mula Baler Hanggang Buong Mundo.”
It was highlighted with various competitions such as: hut making, larong Pinoy, search for Lakan and Lakambini 2009, etc.
I was the Lakan representative of the BSBA . So I started the day with panic, still looking for a costume to wear. While the rest of the students were already in school, busied themselves preparing for the competition.
Few moments later, the judging of the hut began. Each hut has its own design, landscape, and food displays, so the judges really had a hard time to choose which one is the best. Finally, it was the hut that looked like a cave made by the BSOSM students that won.
“Larong Pinoy was the most exciting part of the celebration. I can still recall how every one of us tried hard to win the games, especially the Criminology students. Some of us got wounded but despite of it we felt so happy, even if we lost. The most important is that we enjoyed it and we learned good values after the games.
Finally, the pre-pageant for the search of Lakan and Lakambini 2009 came. I found it very exciting but I got so conscious and uncomfortable because of the costume I was wearing. But when I regained my composure, everything went well.
I was so glad that me and my partner were able to perform well our on the spot talent. I felt frustrated and disappointed because we were not able to receive minor awards. But I was able to convince myself that I should never lose hope since we still have our final pageant.
Travelling the highway of Paniabonan we found ourselves embracing the morning air while riding our motorcycles. We were heading to Highland Resort which was the venue of our first Mabinay-Anihan Convocation and Acquaintance Party with the theme “Invest and Harvest”, and the coronation for Lakan and Lakambini. Highland Resort is known all- over the town of Mabinay because of its man-made lakes and its natural beauty of nature.
The program started with an Inter-Faith and was followed by the arrival of honors. Seeing the University President and the rest of the visitors from the NORSU system really made me shy to talk. The awkward instances, however, did not last long. The first part of the celebration was done. So we had to go back to our respective homes to take our lunch while the visitors stayed in the resort.
The coronation for the Lakan and Lakambini started at 8:00 P.M. I felt so uncomfortable because of my fever which made me shiver the whole night.
Some of the students showed their skill in modeling together with Mr. NORSU-Bais 2009, Mr. Philip Am Guay, who reigned as Mr. NORSU 2009.
At the end of the pageant, I was judged as the Lakan ng Visayas (2nd runner-up). While my partner, Maridel P. Ortega, won as the Lakambini 2009 and Timmy Cargazon from the BSOSM as the Lakan 2009.
They represented our campus during the Mr. and Miss NORSU 2010 competition. Maridel was able to bag the Miss Congeniality award in the Mister & Miss NORSU System pageant.
The disco culminated the event, though I was not able to join my friends because of my condition, resting on a sofa in one of the cottages made me feel better.
We went home early in the morning with great satisfaction in our hearts. We did not only celebrate our first Mabinay Anihan Convocation and Acquaintance party but we were able to also help NORSU- M in our own humble ways.