A seminar-workshop on writing a research proposal was facilitated by the department last 09 September 2009 at the Conference Room of the College of Engineering and Information Technology. The activity primarily, which aimed to orient the faculty members of the college on writing a winning research proposal and the benefits that may be derived from it. This is in response to the call of the office of the VP for RECETS of coming up with a winning research proposal. Dr. Edna dA. Vida, research director of the university, served as resource speaker. She discussed the research thrusts and program focus of the university as well as the proposal format of the different funding agencies.
In the afternoon, representatives from the five departments of the college presented their outputs. Among the presenters include Ms. Rhodora V. Nuestro (DIET), Ms. Poinsettia A. Vida (DCEE), Engr. Michael Gomez (DCE) and Mr. Simeon E. Daez and Mr. John Mark C. Abanes (DIT). Critiquing of outputs followed with Dr. Edna dA. Vida, Dr. David L. Cero and Engr. Renato B. Cubilla as critics. Dr. Vida persuaded the faculty to engage in research activities because there are several benefits that one can derive from it. (LRMontaron)