Holy Name University

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Holy Name University
Pamantasang Banal na Pangalan (Filipino)
Holy Name University.jpg
Main campus
Former names
Holy Name College
(1947-1963)
Divine Word College of Tagbilaran (1963-2001)
Motto Latin: Benedicite Nomini Eius
Motto in English
Blessed be His name
Type Private Roman Catholic Research Non-profit Coeducational Basic and Higher education institution
EstablishedJune 1947;77 years ago (June 1947)
FounderFr.Alphonse G.Lesage,SVD
Religious affiliation
 Roman Catholic
(Divine Word Missionaries)
Academic affiliations
 PAASCU
President Fr. Ruel F. Lero, SVD, PhD
Vice-president
  • Fr.Ramilo V.Mayape SVD(VP for Academic Affairs)
  • Fr.Semie B.Rebayla SVD
    (VP for Administration)
  • Fr. Isagani Ehido, SVD
    (VP for Finance)
Principal Dr. Prisciano S. Legitimas (Basic Education)
Location
J.A.Clarin St, Janssen Heights, Dampas District Tagbilaran
,
Bohol
,
Philippines

9°38′32.4852″N123°51′30.4992″E / 9.642357000°N 123.858472000°E / 9.642357000; 123.858472000
CampusUrban
Alma Mater songHoly Name March
Medium of instructionEnglish, Filipino, Cebuano
Colors Gold   and   Green
Nickname Holynamians
Website hnu.edu.ph
Holy Name University seal.png

Holy Name University is a private, Catholic, research, co-educational basic and higher education institution run by the Philippine Southern Province of the Society of the Divine Word in Tagbilaran City, Bohol, Philippines. [1] It was founded by Fr. Alphonse G. Lesage, SVD a Divine Word Missionary in 1947. It offers programs in elementary, secondary and tertiary levels. [1] Its tertiary offerings include courses in Arts and Sciences (CAS), Education(COED), Nursing, Medical Technology, Radiologic Technology (CHS),Commerce and Accountancy (CBA), Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology (COECS) and Law (COL) Aside from instruction, HNU engages in research and community extension. [2] [3]

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It is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), and the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities (PAASCU). [4]

The school originally had two campuses in Tagbilaran City: the main building (also called Lesage Campus) at the corner of Lesage and Gallares streets and the Janssen Heights Campus in Dampas district. After the October 2013 7.2 magnitude earthquake, the whole operation of the university has been transferred to the Janssen Heights Campus due to the structural damage suffered by the Lesage Campus main building. [4]

History

Holy Name University was founded in June 1947 by Fr. Alphonse G. Lesage, SVD, a school in Bohol born out of the inspiration of Julio D. Rosales bishop of the Diocese of Tagbilaran. It was opened on July 14, 1947 as a diocesan school owned by the Diocese of Tagbilaran and operated by the Divine Word Missionaries. The school was given the name Holy Name College. In 1963, the SVD gained full ownership of the college. It was renamed Divine Word College of Tagbilaran in recognition of it being a full-fledged SVD school. From 1947 to 1970, it was run by SVD expatriate missionaries. In 1970, Leo D. Ortiz became the first Filipino president. Since then, Filipino priests have overseen its growth. On September 21, 2001, it was given full autonomy by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). On November 19, 2001, it was granted university status and its name was changed to Holy Name University. [5]

About the University

Accreditation status

Source: [9]

Administration

Board of Trustees (2021-2022)

Fr. Ruel F. Lero, SVD
Fr. Narciso A. Cellan, SVD
Fr. Dionisio M. Miranda, SVD
Fr. Generoso Ricardo B. Rebayla Jr, SVD
Fr. Cyrus Mercado, SVD
Fr. Jerry M. Perocho, SVD
Sr. Eloisa David, OSB
Dr. Marie Josephine M. De Luna

Senior administrators

Source: [10]

Academic administrators

Principal

  • Basic Education Department: Dr. Prisciano S. Legitimas

Deans

  • College of Law: Atty. John Titus Vistal
  • College of Arts and Sciences: Dr. Ramon A.Boloron
  • College of Health Sciences: Ruvih Joy P. Garrote
  • College of Engineering & Computer Studies: Engr. James P. Uy
  • College of Business and Accountancy: Dr. Jemma J. Jay
  • College of Education: Dr. Roque A. Bongcac

Notable alumni

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  3. ↑ "Holy Name University". www.hnu.edu.ph.
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  6. ↑ "About the seal". Holy Name University. Archived from the original on January 23, 2007. Retrieved December 28, 2006.
  7. ↑ "The Holy Name March". Holy Name University. Archived from the original on January 23, 2007. Retrieved December 28, 2006.
  8. ↑ ""I Wanna Be" (HNU Song)". Holy Name University. Archived from the original on January 23, 2007. Retrieved December 28, 2006.
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