UOG Faculty Development Day 2012 - Feb. 17

UOG's Faculty Development Day 2012 highlighted its theme, "60 Years University of Guam: History Lessons for the Future." I enjoyed Dr. Underwood's speech reflecting on UOG's 60 years, as well as Dr. Whippy's presentation on UOG's academic evolution. Other highlights included the faculty governance at UOG, building your academic master plan on UOG's strategic initiatives and core commitments, the UOG-online class, preparing for promotion and tenure, learning from the annual assessment inventory, leadership and professional growth for professors, general education curriculum review, the art of academic governance, eating right, baguazhang, spine alignment, and diabetes prevention. Enjoy the following snapshots taken during this meaningful professional learning experience:

Ginen I Hila Meeting - Feb. 16, 2012

Our Ginen I Hila meeting started with the singing of the Kantan Ginen I Hila'.   Vice President Toni Salas also introduced her guest and perspective Ginen member, Elwin Champaco Quitano.  The storytelling at the Hagatna Library was reported, along with FESTPAC 2012 details, and the upcoming Culture in Harmony with Nature fundraiser.  For the Good of the Group (Minaolek I Gurupu), a special Valentine Confessions/Hugs & Kisses storytelling game coordinated by Ginen I Hila Treasurer, Patti Ann Quichocho, took place.  Si Yu'os Ma'ase' to all who joined us for another meaningful meeting!

Enjoy the following snapshots taken during the meeting:

Philippine Trip - Feb. 16, 2012

Although my parents headed to the Philippines, which is only 3 hours away, I miss them already!  They will be returning home soon, and we hope and pray they will have a safe journey.  God Bless you Mom and Dad, and thanks Susan and sister Yolie, for being there for my parents.  God Bless you all.

Guam IRA February 2012 Newsletter

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31st Annual International PIBBA Conference to be held in Pohnpei, FSM

31st Annual International PIBBA Conference

PACIFIC LANGUAGES AND CULTURES: PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE

Monday-Friday, June 25-29, 2012 POHNPEI, FSM

Sponsored by: Pacific Islands Bilingual Bicultural Association (PIBBA) International and Pohnpei Chapter

The PIBBA Conference is an annual event in which Western Pacific educators are provided with opportunities for professional growth and cultural enrichment. This year's conference offers a wonderful selection of traditional, innovative, and practical workshops, presented by creative and imaginative educators and cultural leaders from the Pacific islands.

PLEASE VISIT THE PIBBA WEBSITE AT http://pibbainternational.blogspot.com/ FOR UPDATES ON THE PIBBA CONFERENCE.

Ginen i Hila Feb. 2 Meeting a Success!

President Peter Onedera successfully highlighted upcoming activities during the February 2, 2012 meeting. Among the activities discussed were the cultural story hour at the Hagatna Library, obtaining Hepatitis A & B shots before traveling to the FestPac in the Solomon Islands, FestPac committee updates, on-the-spot storytelling/sharing, birthday celebration, and more! Enjoy the following snapshots taken during the meeting!

IRA February 11, 2012 Venue Change

Gazebos and Gardens

Just a few snapshots on gazebos and gardens...

SOE Alumni Homecoming Gala a Blast!

SOE Alumni gather as part of the SOE Alumni Homecoming Gala celebration.  Pictured L-R:  Dr. Jose Q. Cruz; Dr. Catherine Stoicovy; Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera; Anna Pangelinan; Dr. Lourdes Klitzkie; and Dr. Patrick Leddy.



The SOE Alumni Homecoming Gala was a success with a blast from the past to the present on Monday, January 30, 2012 at the SBPA 129!  It was a memorable celebration with the fitting theme, "Meeting between the Young Ones and the Young Once."  Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera, Immediate Past President of the SOE Alumni Association, served as the Mistress of Ceremony.  SOE Dean, Dr. Patrick Leddy, greeted the audience with a warm welcome, which was followed by a truly inspirational speech by the UOG President, Dr. Robert Underwood.  Alumni from the Class of 1956 to the present were treated with entertainment of oldies but goodies, as well as modern performances.  Among the entertainers were GEMS, StarGazers Dance Troupe, song renditions by Lovelyn Trinidad and Kristian Villanueva, as well as community singing led by Dr. Lourdes Ferrer and Matt Raymundo.  Dr. Lourdes Klitzkie, SOE Alumni Advisor, was instrumental in inviting many of our SOE Alumni who were among the first students at UOG 60 years ago!  BIBA UOG!  BIBA SOE!

Conversatorio with U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor hosted a Conversatorio (Conversation in Spanish) today, January 27, from 10:00 am to 12:30 p.m. at the University of Guam Field House. Justice Sotomayor is the Supreme Court’s 111th justice, its first Hispanic justice and its third female justice. It was an honor and pleasure to see Justice Sotomayor in person and to hear her inspirational responses to the young children of Guam who had the opportunity to ask her a few questions.

Save The Dates!

41st Annual Conference

DALLAS, TEXASFebruary 15-17,  2012
"CELEBRATING OUR MULTICULTURAL NATION THROUGH BILINGUAL EDUCATION" 

NABE 2012
PROGRAM PREVIEW
will be available soon!

PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 1, 2012
*2012 Exhibitor/Sponsor Form

Please use the email address you provided on your membership application as it would be your personal identificationREGISTER ONLINE

Registration Form 
Dissertation Award

Teacher of the year Award Student Essay Contest

Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday

Martin Luther King, Jr., was an inspirational man who fought for civil rights.  May his legacy to ensure equality continue to live on.  

SOE Alumni Homecoming Gala

You are cordially invited to join us on January 30, 2012 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the School of Business and Public Administration Building in Rm. 129.

Linda Warfel of Scholastic Asia Captivates IRA Members

IRA members were treated to a powerful literacy presentation by Scholastic's Linda Warfel, Vice President, Education and Trade, Asia Pacific on January 14, 2012 at the Top of the Mar, Nimitz Hill. They also walked away with a free Scholastic book at the end of the meeting! Enjoy the following snapshots taken at this memorable meeting!

Guam IRA January 2012 Newsletter

4th and Final Recognition Luncheon for the Guam English as Second Language Certification Plus Project Participants

The recognition luncheon for the Guam English as Second Language Certification Plus Project participants on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at the Bayview, Guam Reef Hotel was a success! Awards, prizes, exchange gifts, and games made the event a memorable one. Enjoy the following snapshots taken during the event:

PIBBA/Ginen I Hila Story Hour at the Hagatna Public Library

PIBBA, in conjunction with Ginen I Hila, will be providing storytelling/arts and crafts on February 4, 11, 18, and 25 at the Hagatna Public Library. The story hour is from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Join us for a culturally-enriched celebration of stories!

UOG's 60th Anniversary!

Join us as we celebrate UOG's 60th Anniversary! For more information, visit www.uog.edu.

The University of Guam's School of Education New Year's Eve Nifty 60 and Beyond Bash a Success!

Dedicated UOG-SOE Alumni family and friends gathered together to celebrate 60 years of education at a special New Year's Eve Nifty 60 and Beyond bash held at the Nikko Hotel on December 31, 2011.  It was a memorable celebration to kick off the New Year 2012!  Enjoy the following snapshots taken during the event!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Felis Anu Nuebu (Chamorro)

Feliz Ano Nuevo (Spanish)

Parakapw Mwahu (Pohnpei)

Ungil Becheserrak (Palau)

Akemashite Omedeto Gozaimasu (Japanese)

Hau'oli Makahiki Hou (Hawaiian)

Sut dal kum mum (Korean)

Gung Hay Fat Choy (Chinese)

Chúc Mung Nam Moi (Vietnamese)

May the year 2012 bring you abundant blessings filled with much love, joy, peace, and happiness!

Image source: happynewyearsresolution.blogspot.com

December 23, 2011 was a joyful day for the residents of St. Dominic's, as the heavenly voices of the PIBBA Guam Chapter and CNMI Choir filled the center with the spirit of Christmas! Enjoy the following snapshots taken during this special event.