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The University of Southern Philippines Foundation set the note of the chorale concert of the year entitled “Obra Musika”. The musical concert  featured the very own chorale group of the university, who was able to perform in local and international venues. The night was filled with classic Tagalog, Cebuano and English Songs.


Guest performers graced the night of music. Knch Lhnn Cabillo, CESAFI Champion Vocal Solo (Elementary Division) gave her best as she sang her winning Lipad ng Pangarap. Power belter-Cebu Pop Music 2008 Best Interpreter, Kim Sanchez, sang a beautiful rendition of Listen. Mrs. Bella Rizarri sang Don’t Cry Out Loud which defies vocal limits. USPF Crooner, Mr. Rei Escario, had his best rendition of standard songs.

AB Music Group perfomed and made couples feel in love as they tuned Love Song Overture. USPF Bidlisiw Dance Troupe made a colorful and lively interpretation of songs sang by the chorale.


The world class performance of USPF talents reflects how the university inculcated excellence to individuals and their craft. This concert were made possible in celebration of arts week by the Information and Marketing Office, Athletic and Cultural Department, and AB Music Department.

International students are considered important and integral part of the USPF community. With many opportunities for involvement on campus, international students have the chance to intimately learn about variety of culture and at the same time share their own culture.

The Office for International Students and Special Programs organized lecture on Intercultural Appreciation: Getting to Know More about India and Taiwan on February 9, 2010 9:00 -12:00 noon at the Moot Court. An interactive lecture and discussion was done by our very own international students: India by Ramandeep Singh and Taiwan by Li Jo Pei.

High school students through the Asian History Classes and World Literature joined the aforesaid activity. The objectives of the activity were to develop intercultural appreciation among students; provide venue for the international students to share their culture; and provide enhancement for students’ learning about other countries straight from the international speakers.


Interesting topics like history, geography, famous personalities, religion, beliefs, clothing, marriage, scenic spots and education were elaborately discussed. Gracious enough that the two speakers included a short tutorial of their language. A demonstration was done on their dances and songs.

One of the missions of USPF is to develop its students to become globally competent. With this, students should be exposed of learning different culture and learn to appreciate the uniqueness and complexity of international culture. The development of intercultural appreciation is a step towards the development of being globally competent.

The next country that will be featured will be Korea and Sudan on July 2010.

The Office of the International Students and Special Programs organized an enhancement seminar entitled “University Orientation, Speech Enhancement and Intercultural Competence Seminar”. The said seminar was held in the Moot Court, Don Agustin Jereza Building last Saturday, January 23, 2010. The seminar was given by Mr. Neil S. Lacanlale. This effort will be in series to develop ESL students to be more proficient in English and Interpersonal Relationship as well.


The seminar started with an introduction of the Philippines and Cebu. The university profile was also presented. Basics in English were also incorporated. A tour around the campus was also done. The three-hour seminar ended with the distribution of certificates by Dr. Bryant C. Acar, OISSP Chair.

The ESL Students were from Seoil University.  This is part of the bilateral agreement between University of Southern Philippines Foundation and Seoil University.

School of Business and Management had a blast on their celebration of the SBM days last January  27, 2010. The three- celebration was highlighted with the search for Ms. SBM which would represent the college in the most prestigious search for the Ms. USPF. The business and management students had a break in their usual study routine and showed their expertise in organizing functions and programs.

The activities were held in the university facilities. Amazing race, symposium and the crowning of the Ms. SBM were lined up to promote holistic development of the students. These activities were attuned to the Universities thrust of student’s holistic development and excellent beyond-the-classroom experience.
Students imbibed excellence in their showcase of organizing events and management of resources. The enthusiasm of the students showed USPian’s energy in leading and providing excellent academic experience.

Knch Lhnn Cabillo, an elementary student, was hailed Champion of the recent CESAFI Singing Contest Elementary Division. Knch Lhnn Cabillo sang her winning piece, Lipad ng Pangarap. USPF will feature the young singing idol in the upcoming musical concert for a cause dubbed as OBRA MUSIKA.


Another USPian showed her talent and bagged the second place of the High school division CESAFI Singing Contest. Stella Marie C. COdilla, a second year high school student sang beautiful rendition of an OPM music – Close to Where You Are.

USPF molds and provides students with avenue in the development of individual talents. The university is supporting talented students excel in their field.

The acting prowess of our talented students were shown at this year's The Musical Play Presentations, as follows: Les Miserables, High School Musical(1, 2, 3), and Rent. Which was held at our University's Eladio Villa Memorial Gymnasium, on November 28, 2009.

The musical play was very entertaining to the audience, with all those laughter and applauses they just couldn't prevent their enthusiasm being expressed. Entertained is a word that best described those who watched the play.

USPF Mabini Campus produced a marvelous musical play. USPian’s are capable of awesome things. USPian’s can fulfill the essence of the university's legacy, which is Excellence.