CatSU’s preparation in full swing for College Law opening
AdministrationCatanduanes State University
(CatSU) is getting closer towards the establishment of its College of Law, as
it progresses toward meeting the stringent requirements set by the Law
Education Board (LEB).
Dr. Patrick Alain T. Azanza
expressed optimism about the university's progress in effectively addressing
access to costly law books.
"Compliance with the law
book requirements is no longer a problem as Rex Bookstore (rebranded as Rex
Education) has donated books," he said after he secured this generous
contribution by Rex Bookstore.
Dr. Azanza also acknowledged the
role played by CatSU Regent Atty. Santiago T. Gabionza Jr., who is also the
legal counsel to Rex Publishing.
Furthermore, President Azanza
reassured that the moot court's completion is on track to meet the LEB's
deadline, with an expected finish date before the end of October.
"Nasa 70 percent completion
naman po ang satuyang moot court sa third floor kan Main Building," said
Dr. Azanza, indicating significant progress in the establishment of a moot
court.
This moot court, as another LEB
requirement, is designed to replicate a real courtroom environment, providing
law students with practical experience.
He noted that the bidding process
was followed diligently to ensure the quality and integrity of the construction
materials used in the moot court's construction.
President Azanza expressed hope
that once CatSU passes the ocular inspection by the LEB and fulfills all
requirements, the university will be able to offer the Juris Doctor degree by
2024.
He emphasized the significance of
this achievement, particularly for the people of Catanduanes.
"Base sa survey, nasa 200 po
ang nagrespond positively sa satuyang feasibility study na requirement nin law
board," the President highlighted, underscoring the feasibility and demand
for the law program.
Additionally, President Azanza
revealed that the applications for the College of Law and the College of
Medicine are top priorities in the university's plans.
Under his leadership, CatSU has
already introduced seven new courses in just over two years, including the
Master of Arts in Nursing (MAN), Bachelor of Science in Architecture, BS
Entertainment & Multimedia Computing with Majors in Game Development and
Digital Animation, BS Electronics Communication Engineering, BS Library
Science, and BA English Language.
These new offerings have
significantly boosted enrollment at CatSU, as noted by the President.
In a remarkable surge, CatSU has
witnessed a substantial increase in enrollment, climbing from 9,060 students in
2021 to an impressive 14,150 this year, marking a substantial growth of 56.09
percent.
"It is also a help for the
people of Catanduanes because students need not go to mainland universities to
study, highlighting that CatSU really serves the people," he said,
highlighting this achievement.
He expressed his concern for
students and parents who may face financial challenges when seeking education
elsewhere, emphasizing that CatSU has responded to this need by introducing
industry-related new courses.
"Ibig sabihon mas dakula ang
naseserbisyuhan nin CatSU. Kung pigpili ta sana, sain daw mapunta ang mga
estudyante? Dakulang gastos sa mga magurang," President Azanza empathized,
underscoring the importance of making quality education accessible to local
students.
President Azanza also outlined
CatSU's mission to provide opportunities for island residents, both in terms of
education and employment.
"With our project na i-expand
ang enrolment sa paagi nin pag-open nin bagong kurso, natawan nin opportunities
ang mga taga-isla lalao sa employment. Iyan po talaga ang saro sa sakuyang
programa na gibuhon ang CatSU na maging number one employment organization
digdi sa isla," he explained.
Dr. Azanza has secured approval
for 56 new instructor positions from the Department of Budget and Management
(DBM) and is awaiting approval for another 25 non-teaching positions, including
five Administrative Officer V items at Salary Grade 18. #ATugay
