Overview
The lecture introduces the University of Southeastern Philippines (USeP), summarizing its history, mission, structure, values, academic offerings, and key administrative details.
University History and Mission
- USeP was established in 1979 by integrating four regional state institutions.
- Its vision is to be a premier research university transforming communities in ASEAN and beyond.
- The mission emphasizes inclusive growth, continual innovation, impactful research, and sustainable resource management.
Core Values and Goals
- Core values: Collaboration, Accountability, Resilience, Excellence, and Service Oriented (CARES).
- University goals include internationalized programs, an innovation-driven environment, globally competitive graduates, community transformation, and optimized resource utilization.
- Core competency: Inclusive and innovative quality education for community transformation.
Academic Structure
- USeP comprises various colleges: Agriculture and Related Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, Development Management, Education, Engineering, Teacher Education and Technology, Technology, Information and Computing, Applied Economics, Law, and Medicine.
- Four main campuses: Obrero (main), Mintal, Tagum-Mabini, and Malabog Extension.
University Administration and Services
- Key offices: President, Vice Presidents for Academic Affairs, Administration, Planning and Quality Assurance, Research and Extension.
- Administrative services include Human Resource, Legal Affairs, International Affairs, Public Affairs, and various student support offices (Registrar, Guidance, Learning Resource Center).
- Research and special centers focus on agriculture, entrepreneurship, technology, informatics, policy studies, indigenous education, and more.
Calendar and Enrollment
- Enrollment starts on June 1; classes begin June 4 and end July 17 for the second semester AY 2025-2026.
- University maintains a public calendar for all academic events.
Recent Updates
- Multiple job openings for teaching and non-teaching positions across campuses.
- Participation in community drills and conventions for disaster preparedness and educational improvement.
Contact Information
- Main campus located at Iigo Street, Obrero, Davao City.
- Dedicated offices and contact emails for administration, colleges, research, and student affairs.
Key Terms & Definitions
- Inclusive Growth — Economic development that benefits all segments of society.
- ASEAN — Association of Southeast Asian Nations, a regional intergovernmental organization.
- RDE — Research, Development, and Extension activities aimed at innovation and community service.
Action Items / Next Steps
- Review the Student Handbook.
- Check the university calendar for enrollment and class dates.
- Explore college-specific resources for more program information.