Institute of Environmental and Marine Sciences
Academic Unit Information
Silliman University Marine Laboratory (SUML) was established as a research facility of the University in 1974, with materials recycled from a torn Science Building in the main campus. Facilities have improved considerably since then, from a one-building unit to four buildings. Today it boasts of a two-storey facility constructed with support from the United States Agency for International Development under its Coastal Resource Management program.
The new building houses four laboratories: marine botany, biochemistry, and genetics, invertebrate and vertebrate. It has a modest library, herbarium and zoological museum, conference room, visiting scientists’ and administrative offices. There is also a dive shop, flowing seawater/freshwater systems, stand-by generator, experimental ponds and tanks, culture facilities and mangrove garden. IEMS is also equipped with wireless networks available for scientists and students.
On August 25, 2009, the buildings and grounds of SUML were renamed Dr. Angel C. Alcala Environment and Marine Science Laboratories. It was in recognition of Dr. Alcala who together with Prof. Rodolfo Gonzales and other faculty of the biology department, established the marine laboratory in 1974.
Vision:
To become a global leader in environmental and marine research and education, producing competent and responsible graduates trained within the Christian framework of stewardship.
Mission:
- Provide quality education in marine biology, natural resource management, specifically ICRM and environmental science;
- Produce graduates with competency in marine science and environmental science, coastal resource management and environmental policy;
- Undertake basic research in coastal, marine and environmental sciences with emphasis on the shallow coastal ecosystems, such as coral reefs, seagrass beds, mangrove forests, and soft-bottom communities;
- Provide laboratory facilities for biological courses of the University;
- Promote local and international exchange of scientists and students in marine and environmental science;
- Assist public and private agencies in coastal management training, resource and ecological assessment, marine parks, aquaculture, and pollution studies;
- Link marine science and humanity;
- Promote environmental stewardship;
- Conduct resource and ecological assessments as well as environmental impact studies on proposed and on-going industries; and
- Provide a marine interpretive facility with nature trails and exhibits.
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DR. JANET S. ESTACION
Leadership:
- Director, Institute of Environmental and Marine Sciences
- Research Coordinator, F.I.R.E.
- Coordinator, Graduate Studies
Rank: Full Professor
Education:
- PhD in Zoology (James Cook University of North Queensland, Australia)
- MS in Marine Biology (University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City)
DANIELLE MARK M. FUKUDA
Leadership:
- Coordinator, ICT and Field Work
Rank: Instructor
Education
- PhD in Marine Biology (on-going)
- MS in Marine Biology
FLORAMAE J. NERI
Leadership:
- Coordinator, Undergraduate Student
Rank: Instructor
Education
- MS in Tropical Biological Oceanography (on-going)
CLINT G. ALVIOR
Leadership:
- Curator, Reference Collection, Whale Bone Museum, and Interpretive Center
Rank: Instructor
Education
- MS in Tropical Biological Oceanography (on-going)
Updated: August 2, 2024
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FACULTY
ALVIOR, CLINT G.
Leadership:
- Curator, Reference Collection, Whale Bone Museum, and Interpretive Center
Rank: Instructor
Education
- MS in Tropical Biological Oceanography (on-going)
CADIZ, PABLINA L.
Leadership:
- Instruction Coordinator, F.I.R.E.
Rank: Assistant Professor
Education:
- PhD in Marine and Coastal Resource Management (Prince Songkla University, Thailand)
- MS in Biology
CALUMPONG, HILCONIDA P.
Rank: Adjunct Professor
Education:
- PhD in Botany (University of California – Berkeley, USA)
- MS in Biology
DOLAR, MA. LOUELLA L.
Rank: Adjunct Professor
Education:
- PhD in Marine Biology (Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California – San Diego, USA)
- MS in Zoology (James Cook University of North Queensland, Australia)
EMMANUEL, JORGE A.
Rank: Adjunct Professor
Education:
- PhD in Chemical Engineering (University of Michigan, USA)
- MS in Chemical Engineering (North California University, USA)
ESTACION, JANET S.
Leadership:
- Director, Institute of Environmental and Marine Sciences
- Research Coordinator, F.I.R.E.
- Coordinator, Graduate Studies
Rank: Full Professor
Education:
- PhD in Zoology (James Cook University of North Queensland, Australia)
- MS in Marine Biology (University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City)
FLOREN, ADONIS S.
Leadership:
- Faith Coordinator, F.I.R.E.
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- PhD in Biology (Prince Songkla University, Thailand)
- MS in Biology
FUKUDA, DANIELLE MARK M.
Leadership:
- Coordinator, ICT and Field Work
Rank: Instructor
Education
- PhD in Marine Biology (on-going)
- MS in Marine Biology
MALAYANG III, BEN S.
Rank: Professor Emeritus
Education:
- PhD in Wildlife Resource Science (University of California – Berkeley, USA)
- MA in International Affairs (Ohio University, USA)
MAYPA, AILEEN P.
Leadership:
- Extension Coordinator, F.I.R.E.
Rank: Associate Professor
Education:
- PhD in Biology (University of Hawaii, USA)
- MS in Biology
NERI, FLORAMAE J.
Leadership: Coordinator, Undergraduate Student
Rank: Instructor
Education
- MS in Tropical Biological Oceanography (on-going)
REBOTON, CLARISSA T.
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- PhD in Marine Biology Candidate
- MS in Biology
RILEY, WILLIAM
Rank: Adjunct Professor
Education:
- PhD in Nutritional Biochemistry (Cornell University, USA)
- MS in Exercise Physiology (University of Tennessee, USA)
SABATER, EDNA R.
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- PhD in Biological Sciences (Florida Institute of Technology, USA)
- MS in Marine Biology
STAFF
CALUMPONG JR., DALMACIO D.
Position: Driver
Education:
- Certificate in Electrical Technology
JADLOC, CLARO RENATO L.
Position: Stock Room Technician
Education:
- MS in Marine Biology
- BS in Biology
LUCAÑAS, JACINTA R.
Position: Laboratory Manager
Education:
- BS in Biology (Foundation University, Dumaguete City)
QUIBEDO-PATRON, AMY JANE B.
Position: Office Secretary
Education:
- BS in Office Management
Updated: August 2, 2024
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ADONIS S. FLOREN
Leadership:
- Faith Coordinator
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- PhD in Biology (Prince Songkla University, Thailand)
- MS in Biology
ASST. PROF. PABLINA L. CADIZ
Leadership:
- Instruction Coordinator
Rank: Assistant Professor
Education:
- PhD in Marine and Coastal Resource Management (Prince Songkla University, Thailand)
- MS in Biology
JANET S. ESTACION
Leadership:
- Research Coordinator
- Director, Institute of Environmental and Marine Sciences
- Coordinator, Graduate Studies
Rank: Professor
Education:
- PhD in Zoology (James Cook University of North Queensland, Australia)
- MS in Marine Biology (University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City)
AILEEN P. MAYPA
Leadership: Extension Coordinator
Rank: Associate Professor
Education:
- PhD in Biology (University of Hawaii, USA)
- MS in Biology
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Students applying for the above degrees are required to submit the documents outlined below. Forms (in .docx) can be filled by (1) typing the information in the blanks provided and pasting your e-signature or (2) printing the form, writing the required information, signing it and scanning the finished document.
All documents should be submitted as PDF or JPEG/PNG with a file name indicating its content. The forms can be obtained from the IEMS secretary, Ms. AMY JANE QUIBEDO-PATRON ([email protected]) and filled forms sent to the same email address as an attachment (type SURNAME – BSMB/BSES Application in the email’s subject box).
These application requirements are only for IEMS application and separate from the documents required by the Admissions Office of the University.
New Students
- Filled application form
- Certified true copy of Grade 11 and Grade 12 grade card (Form 138) (both sides),
- Filled referee form – Students are required to provide the name and email address of at least one referee,
- Receipt of the results of the admission test from the University Testing Center1, and (5) Results of the interview with an IEMS representative.
Transferees
The following are the requirements for applicants that started their baccalaureate degree outside of Silliman University.
- Filled application form and supplementary form,
- Scanned copies of Grade 11 and Grade 12 grade card (Form 138) (both sides),
- Certified true copy of Transcript of Records from the institution previously attended*,
- Filled referee form – Students are required to provide the name and email address of at least one referee (a college teacher from the institution previously attended),
- Receipt of the results of the admission test from the University Testing Center1, and
- Results of the interview with an IEMS representative.
‘Shiftees’
The following are requirements for applicants that started their degree at a different academic unit of the University.
- Filled application form and supplementary form,
- Scanned copies of Grade 11 and Grade 12 grade card (Form 138)(both sides)
- Certified true copy of grades,
- Shifting Form and Clearance Form from previous academic unit,
These requirements are separate from those of the University Registrar (http://su.edu.ph/admissions/admission-procedures/) 1 Instructions for taking the exam is provided in the Appendix 1.
- Filled referee form – Students are required to provide the name and email address of at least one referee (a college teacher from the previous academic unit,
- Receipt of the results of the admission test from the University Testing Center1, and
- Results of the interview with an IEMS representative.
Foreign Students
For the Institute’s requirements, select from which of the above conditions apply to you. However, additional requirements may be required (grade equivalents, units/marks and others). Students from countries wherein English is not the medium of instruction may be required to take English classes.
Requirements of the admissions office for foreign students are shown in Appendix 2.
As for the student visa, please inquire at the Admissions Office of the University or email at [email protected]
ACCEPTANCE POLICIES
SHS Graduates with STEM/STEAM Track
- General QPA of 80% and above, and without grades below 80 for SHS Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and earth sciences.
- Students with grades between 75-79% for these subjects will be accepted on probationary status with their retention contingent on their performance for the first year of study.
When the required documents are received by the IEMS secretary, an online interview will be scheduled with a faculty of the Institute. Once completed, an email with:
- A Letter of Acceptance will be sent to students with general QPA of 80% and above, and without grades below 80 for SHS biology, chemistry, physics, and earth sciences.
- A Letter of Conditional Acceptance will be sent to students with above conditions who has not submitted complete acceptance requirements.
- A Letter of Conditional Acceptance (on probational status, OP) will be sent to students with grades below 80% for biology, chemistry, physics, earth sciences, and mathematics subjects. The probationary status of the student will be reviewed after the first semester of study.
If each MB/ES subjects taken during this semester are < 2.0, the OP status will be removed. If grades are below 2.0, student will be given another semester to increase his/her grades with an academic load lesser academic load. If the student is still unable to improve his/her grades after two consecutive semesters, the student will be advised to shift to another course.
The acceptance letter will serve as proof of acceptance to the IEMS undergraduate program and submitted to the Office of Admissions (located at Hibbard Hall) during enrollment.
SHS Graduates with Non-STEM/STEAM Track
Applicant’s acceptance will depend on the assessment of the grades in Grade 11 and 12. General QPA of 80% and above is required for both SHS levels. When the required documents are received by the IEMS secretary, an online interview will be scheduled with a faculty of the Institute. Once completed, an email with a letter of conditional acceptance (on probationary status) which can be shown to the SU’s Admissions Office as proof of acceptance.
Depending on the applicant’s SHS history, the student will be required to take augmentation subjects in the following (all if not a combination of): Basic Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. This can be taken through the augmentation program of the University.
The student can opt to take these subjects with other reputable agencies as long as the student provides the credentials of the agency and is approved by the director of IEMS.
Ideally, these should successfully be completed during their first year at the Institute. However, the applicant may be allowed to enroll in introductory subjects (on the discretion of the faculty).
Transferees
Conditions for acceptance of transferees are similar as those for STEM/STEAM or non-STEM/STEAM SHS graduates (whichever is applicable). Once required documents are submitted and the interview undertaken, the applicant will be sent either of the letters outlined above.
For credit of subjects taken at previous institution, the student is required to provide documents (syllabus, subject outline and others) that show the subject description, extent and coverage, lecture topics, activities, assignments, student assessment scheme and other pertinent information regarding the subject.
For credit for GE (general education) subjects, the student should process “Advance Credit Form” for each subject, submit for consideration with the concerned academic unit, and follow up its status with them.
Credit for “major subject(s)” (or subjects in the natural sciences, marine biology and environmental science) is upon the discretion of the faculty of the Institute. This takes into consideration not only the above requirements but also the requirements of the University Registrar for such cases.
“Shiftees”
Conditions for acceptance of transferees are similar as those for STEM/STEAM or non-STEM/STEAM SHS graduates (whichever is applicable). Once required documents are submitted and the interview undertaken, the applicant will be sent either of the letters outlined above.
For credit for subjects taken at Silliman University – General education (GE), Physical Education (PE) and NSTP subjects will be credited as long as the student’s general QPA is at >2.0. However, the credit for the GE electives (GE 11 and GE 12) will be upon the discretion of the faculty. All these still needs to be processed with the Office of the University Registrar.
Foreign Students
Conditions for acceptance of transferees are similar as those for STEM/STEAM or non-STEM/STEAM SHS graduates (whichever is applicable). Once required documents are submitted and the interview undertaken, the applicant will be sent either of the letters outlined above.
APPENDICES:
Appendix 1. Taking the admission test at the University Testing Center
One of the requirements for applying for the undergraduate degrees at IEMS is the results of the admission test that will be administered by the University Testing Center and is located on the third floor of Oriental Hall.
- Submit the receipt of P250.00 for the “Testing Fee – Admission” from the Business and Finance Office to the Testing Office.
- Set up an appointment to take the 3-hr long exam. This is administered only in the mornings from 8.00-12.00 from Mondays to Fridays. Inquiries with regard to appointments can be done through email ([email protected]) or through the University numbers (035) 4201901 or 09177121901 local 337.
- The results of the exams will be emailed by the Testing Center directly to the secretary of the Institute.
Appendix 2. Requirements for admission of students from abroad, please see the International Students Coordinator at the Admissions Office, Room 6, Hibbard Hall, Silliman University Campus for clearance.
