News & Updates — University of Cebu
Stories, achievements, and updates from across all University of Cebu campuses.
Maritime Community Unites as National Maritime Week 2026 Sets Sail in Cebu
The maritime community came together to officially open National Maritime Week 2026 at the Cebu Port Authority on September 21, 2026 gathering government agencies, maritime organizations, industry stakeholders, seafarers, students, and other members of the sector under the theme “Policy to Practice: Empowering Maritime Excellence.”
"OUR OBJECTIVE IS THAT OUR POLICY SHOULD INCLUDE PRACTICE."
- MARINA VII Regional Director Engr. Ronaldo P. Bandalaria Regulations and maritime frameworks set the structural blueprint for safety, efficiency, and environmental protection across the industry. However, a policy remains merely ink on paper until it is actively lived, tested, and executed at sea and on shore.
Top 20 Finalists in the Ten Outstanding Maritime Students of the Philippines (TOMSP) 2026!
· NICE ONE, FELICITAS! A resounding salute to E/C Chris Andrew Felicitas for earning a spot among the Top 20 Finalists in the Ten Outstanding Maritime Students of the Philippines (TOMSP) 2026! Your dedication and excellence continue to inspire. The entire UC community stands proud with you as you sail higher! See
AVAIL FOR THE OCTOBER 2026 PROMO! Part 2
The University of Cebu Maritime Education and Training Center offers bundle promos for seafarers to get more training in one convenient package while making the most of your time and investment or upgrade your skills and complete multiple training courses in one convenient package.
AVAIL FOR THE OCTOBER 2026 PROMO!
The University of Cebu Maritime Education and Training Center offers bundle promos for seafarers to get more training in one convenient package while making the most of your time and investment or upgrade your skills and complete multiple training courses in one convenient package.
Top 20 national finalists in the 2026 Ten Outstanding Maritime Students of the Philippines
Congratulations, E/C Chris Andrew Felicitas! Huge congratulations on officially securing your spot as one of the Top 20 national finalists in the 2026 Ten Outstanding Maritime Students of the Philippines (TOMSP)! Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off. Nagsisimula pa lang tayo!
CADETSHIP WATCH | Alphera Marine Opens Cadetship Opportunity for UC-METC Students
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Aspiring maritime cadets from the University of Cebu–Maritime Education and Training Center (UC-METC) took a step toward their future careers as Alphera Marine Services Inc. held its cadetship examination on August 19, 2026.
UC-METC RESEARCHERS ARE TRULY MAKING WAVES
A proud and victorious moment for the University of Cebu-METC for students and faculty proudly brought honor and distinction to the University during the 3rd International Research Conference 2026, held on August 19–20, 2026, at the University of the Visayas–Main Campus, Cebu City.With the theme, “Harnessing Research Frontiers: Innovation, Emerging Technologies, and Transformative Inquiry,” the conference became a meaningful celebration of research excellence, innovation, and scholarly collaboration.We proudly congratulate our outstanding researchers:BEST PRESENTER: E/C Chris Andrew P. FelicitasHis study is entitled “Seawater Batteries: Development and Performance Evaluation of Salt Water-Based Electrochemical Cells as a Renewable Energy Source”. His co-authors are E/C Sean Dave Alaña, E/C David Psalm Villaraza, E/C Jan Denver Felisilda, E/C Yozef Hero Naquita and E/C Ethan Pestaño.Best Paper was awarded to Asst. Prof. Merliza T. Tayros, Asst. Prof. Iris Q. Heslop, Tristan James A. Aranzado, Lovern Grace E. Tapic, Daniel A. Serundo, Drena Dorena G. Apao, Goodwill G. Bibaesi, Enrico L. Fabricante, Jomar L. Natad, Jerick Lawrence A. Olinares, Keith Nathan D. Orcuse, and Jhunscent R. Turtogo.Their study is entitled “Artificial Intelligence in Oral Communication Instruction: Measured Gains and Learner Experiences among Maritine Engineering Students”We also proudly commend D/C Mitchel Q. Seguerra for his noteworthy presentation of the study:“Filipino Women Seafarers: Challenges and Strategies in Balancing Career and Family Life”These remarkable accomplishments reflect the dedication, hard work, and passion of our faculty and student researchers. More than receiving awards, this milestone affirms UC’s strong commitment to advancing meaningful research, promoting innovation, and developing globally competitive maritime scholars.Congratulations to our awardees, presenters, and researchers!
CADETSHIP WATCH | Eastern Pacific Shipping Partners with University of Cebu for Major Cadet Recruitment Drive
Global maritime giant Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS) is partnering with the University of Cebu (UC) to launch a specialized cadetship program aimed at fueling the company’s aggressive fleet expansion.
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