UEP Fisheries Department

𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐓𝐰𝐨-𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫-𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬!

The Fisheries Department of the University of Eastern Philippines, College of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Natural Resources, proudly hosted the Seminar-Workshop on "Intellectual Property Awareness" with the theme: "Protecting Innovation: Intellectual Property Rights and Patent Search and Drafting" on March 5-6, 2026, at the RDE Building, UEP Catarman, Northern Samar.

The event kicked off on March 5, 2026 at 7:30 AM with the opening prayer by Rosa Cobrana (BS Fisheries 4th year student), the Philippine National Anthem and UEP Hymn, and welcome remarks from the FISA President Ms. Danica Pecayo. A message delivered by the Director for Intellectual Property Unit, Dr. Ma. Judy M. Somoray, afterward, Engr. Ida E. Esquierdo from IPU-ITSO, Technical Expert on Engineering delivered a key session on Intellectual Property Awareness in which she emphasizes the the importance of protecting innovations through patents, trademarks, and copyrights, meanwhile Prof. Marivic L. Doncillo (IPU-ITSO, Technical Expert for
Chemical Science) covered Patent Drafting, she discussed on the key elements of claims, specifications, and descriptions in patent applications in the afternoon. An open forum followed

On March 6, 2026, in the morning featured Prof. Doncillo discusses and highlights the Patent Search Report Writing, where participants learned to conduct prior art searches and analyze patentability complete with another open forum. The afternoon session brought excitement for BS Fisheries students and actively participated by presenting their workshop outputs and there were 8 outputs that were made. However, four outputs were actually presented. Certificates of participation and recognition were distributed, with closing remarks from Fisheries Department Chairman Prof. Evelyn Balang Vista. She stressed about the importance of conducting the seminar-workshop as part of there Seminar class for this semester, she emphasizes that innovation is the lifeblood of academic institutions, and the discussions imparted by the resource speakers remind us that safeguarding intellectual property is both a duty and oppportunity. She thank the UEP Administration led by the UEP President, Dr. Cherry I. Ultra, VP Karina Milagros C. Lim, Dr. Judy Somoray and the IPU-ITSO Staff, Dr. Leovegildo B. Mante, Jr, the Faculty and Students for the support that makes this event, a SUCCESS.
The activity ended up with a group photo opportunity.

Masterfully emceed by Manolito Lipata and Mary Joy Glodo (BS Fisheries 4th year students).
's continue protecting and innovating in fisheries and beyond.

Report by Rosa Cobrana
📷: Rosa Cobrana, Kent Rogevenz Olivo, Emmanuel Sumayang, Danica Pecayo and Jhan Caguerhab

𝐎𝐍-𝐓𝐇𝐄-𝐉𝐎𝐁 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒' & 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒' 𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐝 📚🎓

The University of Eastern Philippines, College of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Natural Resources - Fisheries Department, held a comprehensive OJT Orientation on February 24, 2026, at 8:00 AM in the Centennial Building.🏛️⏰ Starting promptly at 8:00 AM, the event gathered students, parents, and faculty for an inspiring and informative session focused on preparing our BS Fisheries students for their professional internships.

The morning session kicked off with registration, an opening prayer led by 4th-year Fisheries student Rosa L. Cobrana, the Philippine National Anthem, and the UEP Hymn. Attendees enjoyed a warm welcome message from OJT Coordinator/Adviser Marvin F. Tobello, RFT, LPT, followed by inspirational remarks from CAFNR Dean Dr. Leovegildo B. Mante Jr. Engaging intermission numbers featured a dance by 4th-year students and a duet by Reavil Francisco and Rey Longcop. Key presentations covered the work-plan and objectives📋 by Fisheries Department Chairman Evelyn B. Vista, MSc, RFP; the internship agreement📜 by Mr. Tobello; budgetary requirements and host training establishments💰🏢 by OJT Adviser Mark Angelo Muncada, RFP; and a discussion on the Fisheries Professional Board Review by Prof. Vista. The session also included the presentation of the proposed OJT uniform by FISA President Danica E. Pecayo for parental approval👔, an open forum💬, and a photo opportunity📸.

Transitioning seamlessly into the afternoon session, the program featured an intermission by Joana Marie Purigay, a 4th-year BS Fisheries student. Mr. Micheal C. Bernardo, UEP SIPP Director, delivered vital talks on Anti-Sexual Harassment in Work-Related, Educational, or Training Environments, Environmental Issues, and Safety⚠️🌿. Prof. Vista shared practical Tips on Work Habits⏱️, complemented by another duet intermission from Rendzel Pelicano and Leah Millares (BS Fisheries 4th year students). The afternoon concluded with an open forum, closing remarks by Prof. Vista, and a final photo opportunity📸.

Masterfully emceed by Manolito Lipata and Mary Joy Glodo (BS Fisheries 4th year students), this event underscored our commitment to equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and ethical grounding needed for successful careers in fisheries. A heartfelt thank you especially to our very own supportive University President DR. CHERRY I. ULTRA, to our VP for Student Prosperity and External Engagement DR. NELIA M. ADORA, DM, to all participants, faculty, speakers, performers, and parents for making it a resounding success!🙌🏻

Prof. Evelyn Balang Vista 🙂

#𝙁𝙈𝘼𝟐𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 / 𝙁𝙈𝘼 𝟐 𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙨 𝙉𝙚𝙬 𝙈𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝘽𝙤𝙖𝙧𝙙, 𝙉𝙖𝙢𝙚𝙨 𝙇𝙤𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙚𝙛 𝙀𝙭𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙨 𝘾𝙤-𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙞𝙧𝙨

FMA 2 convened its management board meeting in Davao City on December 10-12, 2025, installing new members to drive science-based fisheries governance across Regions 8, 11, and 13! 🎉 A huge congratulations to Prof. Evelyn Balang Vista, elected as Principal Representative from the Academe Sector—your expertise will shape sustainable fishing grounds like Davao Gulf and the Philippine Sea. Here's to collaborative success!

Photos from Fisheries Management Area 2 page

𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻🐟🌊

Yesterday, 𝙉𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 21𝙨𝙩, the Fisheries Department successfully hosted its celebration of World Fisheries Day, an important annual global observance dedicated to promoting sustainable fishing practices and the essential role of fisheries in global food security.

The event was conducted with the theme: "𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆: 𝙃𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙪𝙧𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙩, 𝙎𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙁𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚."

This year’s celebration was an initiative of the Fisheries Students Association (FISA), spearheaded by the 𝗙𝗜𝗦𝗔 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗠𝘀. 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮 𝗘. 𝗣𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘆𝗼 together with the full support of the Fisheries Department, College of Agriculture, Fisheries and Natural Resources. Students conducted Clean-Up Drive and followed with the official Opening Program. Afternoon session continued with the series of engaging and academically driven activities designed to test knowledge and promote innovative thinking. The winners from the competitions received prizes and certificates.

𝙌𝙪𝙞𝙯 𝘽𝙚𝙚
1𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞: Team Hulbot
2𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞: Team Princess
3𝐫𝐝 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞: Team Salbabida
Facilitator: Mr. Mark Angelo Muncada & Ms. Hazel Aynn Gabona

𝙋𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙈𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜
1𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞: John Lloyd Formaran
2𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞: Keith Morales
3𝐫𝐝 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞: Daniel Balang
Judges: Mr. Mitchel Acebuche & Ma'am Alesoria Calumpiano

𝘾𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙎𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙄𝙙𝙚𝙖𝙨.
1𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞: Team Kayumanggi
2𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞: Team RC
3𝐫𝐝 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞: Team Ulit
Judges: Mr. Dennis Luciano & Prof. Evelyn Vista

The day served to underscore the necessity of student engagement in addressing future challenges within the fisheries sector. The students felt motivated and empowered with the inspirational message of our College Dean, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐋𝐞𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐨 𝐁. 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞 Jr., and our very own supportive Department Chair, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐲𝐧 𝐁. 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚.

The success of this year's World Fisheries Day celebration was supported by the generous financial assistance received from dedicated individual sponsor. We also extend our sincere appreciation to the CAFNR Student Council, Fisheries Department Faculty, College Dean and to the University President, Dr. Cherry I. Ultra for continued support for the students.

RFP Cutie ng Taon 2025 💕🙏

It's a Celebration!!

The UEP Fisheries Department produced Ten (10) New Fisheries Professional

The College of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Natural Resources through Fisheries Department extend its warm Congratulations to its Ten (10) New Licensed Fisheries Professional. Further, The Fisheries Department obtained a Passing rate of 81.82 (First time taker) over the National Passing rate of 69.61%. The Examination was held on October 9-10, 2025 given by the Board of Fisheries and the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)

Your hard work, Perseverance, Time, Effort and dedication have finally paid off ❤️

CONGRATULATIONS Again 🎊🎉🙏

Wishing all the examinees success for the 2 days Licensure Exam for Fisheries Professional.

Layout: R. Cobrana

𝗕𝗦 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻-𝗨𝗽 𝗗𝗮𝘆 2025!

In celebration of the International Coastal Clean-Up Day 2025, environmentally committed BS Fisheries students, together with the NSTP students and the College of Science took part in a meaningful clean-up drive along our local coastline.

Armed with gloves, sacks, and a shared mission, students worked hand in hand along the local shoreline of the University of Eastern Philippines— removing plastic waste, discarded fishing gear, and other debris that threaten marine life. This meaningful activity not only contributes to a cleaner environment but also strengthens students’ awareness of their role as future fisheries professionals and responsible citizens.

Let's unite for cleaner oceans and a healthier planet! 🐋🌊