2012 STOP at MFI
MFI Technological Institute draw 220 incoming 1st year students for school year 2012-2013 from the recently concluded Summer Technician Orientation Program (STOP).
MFI Foundation Inc. is unique with its STOP; part of their pre-enrolment process that ran from April 16-27. It is a 2-week dry run of the regular first semester at MFI-TI wherein applicants report to school four hours a day, 5 days a week, taking a dynamic preview of subjects in Math, Physics, English, Mechanical Workshop, and Physical Education.
With almost 1000 applicants vying for enrollment slots in MFI-TI, the student services department ensured keenness on giving out slots only to deserving students.
“Such screening process is necessary to confirm the interest and adaptability of the student in the rigorous academic environment in MFI and so with the workplace conditions in the industry”, explains School Coordinator. Diana Rose Mojica. Also taken in consideration are results from home visits, interviews and participants’ final exam.
Richard Allen Adel, applicant for the Dual Training System (DTS) in Automotive, shares his one-of-a-kind summer experience, “I get to cut metals, learn new things within a short span of time, and our instructors are good and friendly.”
MFI-TI garnered a total of 220 freshmen and women for the upcoming school year, inclusive are new 75 full scholars, 26 partial scholars and 75 students for their Dual Training System (DTS).
May 11, 2012
MFI to represent at the 9th ASEAN Skills Competition
MFI who brought home the Best of the Nation Award and a Medallion of Excellence for Industrial Automation at the previous ASC in Bangkok, Thailand will represent again the Philippines this coming November 2012.
“We’re very happy with the results, our students really prepared and their coaches have devoted all their time and effort for this competition.” says, MFI Education Director, Charles Valencia, who was elected as the chief expert on Industrial Automation in the recent ASC Technical Committee meeting in Jakarta.
Other MFI winners of the recent PNSC include Lois Jencel M. Ramos with Coach Alvir A. Bernabe, took home silver medal for Web Design, and Dale Giordan M. Gamano with Coach Reymundo L. Ilmeng, bronze medal for Mechanical CAD.
April 16, 2012
MFI-TI raked 6 golds
MFI Technological Institute (MFI-TI) won a total of 6 gold and 2 silver medals in the recent NCR Regional Skills Competition held at TESDA Complex in Taguig City. Faculty and students from the different TESDA accredited schools around NCR competed for a chance to represent the Region in the National Skills Competition.
MFI-TI had both represented TESDA-PaMaMariSan (Pasig, Mandaluyong, Marikina and San Juan) and TESDA-PasMak (Pasay-Makati) in the Regional competition wherein PaMaMariSan bagged the Over-All Champion Award with 8 gold medals, with 5 gold contributions from MFI-TI Ortigas Branch. Ranking third, TESDA-PasMak won 4 gold medals, in which MFI-TI Pasay contributed to 1.
Electronics, Mechatronics, AutoCad, IT-Web Design and Refrigeration were the trade areas that the MFI-TI faculty and students had competed in.
Mr. Edmund L. Dy Guaso, manager for the MFI-TI Technology Programs was ecstatic by the accomplishments brought home by the participants, “If the representation were classified per institute— MFI as an autonomous unit could have taken home the Over-All-Champion title”
Guaso believes that besides the trainings that the participants underwent, it was the institute’s strong and competent curriculum that has equipped the students for the said competition.
A proud coach, Mr. Charles M. Valencia, and also the MFI Director for Education, sends his gratitude to the people who have contributed and had caused their good performance, “This great honor will not be possible without the hard works from our competitors, our students, and the dedication of my fellow coaches. We share this victory with the (MFI) management who continuously overwhelm us with their support”.
The following are the winners of the recent NCR Regional Skills Competition from MFI:
GOLD MEDALISTS: Jay-Arth Tanaliga, coached by instructor Noel Dumaguit for Industrial Electronics- Open Category; Lois Jencel M. Ramos, coached by instructor Alvir Bernabe for Web Design- Youth Category; Ardee Mark Saqueton and Nhar Chello Agasang, coached by instructor Randelle Dacanay for Mechatronics- Youth Category; Members of the Faculty- participants, Jan Carlo B. Taylo, coached by Arlindo Natividad, for Web Design – Open Category; Fernando A. Santiago, coached by Charles Valencia for Mechatronics- Open Category
SILVER MEDALISTS: John Joseph G. Zapanta, coached by Fernando Basera for Industrial Electronics- Youth Category; Corsenio P. San Juan, Jr., coached by June Paula Reyes for Mechanical Engineering Design – CAD – Open Category
All MFI gold medalists are now preparing to represent the NCR region in the National Skills Competition on February 2012.
November 03, 2011
26th batch of MFI scholars graduate
A total of 169 students of MFI technological Institute (MFI-TI) in Ortigas, Pasig graduated during the 26th Commencement Exercises held October 21, 2011 at the Teatro Aguinaldo in Quezon City.
The affair was preceeded by a celebration of Holy Mass at 12:00 Noon; while the program proper started at 1:30 PM.
This year’s graduation exercises had for a graduation theme: “MFI: Achieving Excellence Through Technical Education.”
Graduating candidates included, for the first time, 6 students of MFI Farm Business Institute based in Jala-Jala, Rizal, who took Horticulture Production and Animal Production.
Added courses from the usual technical courses include Automotive and Motorcycle Repair Technology, Refrigeration and Airconditioning Technology, Industrial Mechatronics Technology and Network Administration Technology.
On hand to welcome the guests are the MFI officials led by Col. Alex T. Escaño, president; members of the board of trustees, and the department heads of the school.
Kim Verly C. de Guzman of Electronics Technology delivered the valedictory address.
A pledge of loyalty to the alma mater was recited by the graduating students followed by the distribution of certificates.
Honor graduates were awarded medals of academic excellence. Participating companies who sponsor scholars and those who admitted them for OJT (on-the-job training) were awarded plaques of appreciation.
MFI scholars are among the ranks of quality manpower taught with holistic training approach that combines skills and development with values formation necessary for effective performance and productivity in the workplace. Statistics show that 90 percent of MFI graduates are employed even before they graduate.
October 21, 2011
MFI scholars on relief mission
MFI Technological Institute (MFI-TI) scholars volunteered in packing of relief goods at DSWD National Resource Operation Center (NROC), Pasay City for the victims of the typhoons, Pedring and Quiel. Over a hundred of MFI scholars has already volunteered, and still counting, in this series of packing of relief. DSWD will continuously send and prepare aids to the victims of the typhoons until they return to their normal lives.
Photo shows: MFI-TI students packing relief goods for the victims of typhoons in Central Luzon.
October 10, 2011
Letran forged accord with MFI-FBI
To accommodate Letran 2020 Forrest, MFI Farm Business Institute (MFI-FBI) and Colegio de San Juan de Letran signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) recently to partner in the promotion of volunteerism, environmental protection and sustainable use of resources by planting 2,020 trees in 2 years through MFI- FBI “Adopt-A-Seed” project. MFI-FBI offers programs that revolve around best agricultural practices within the concept of farming systems alongside concepts of environmental protection and biodiversity conservation. Students, employees and friends of Letran are expected to plant volumes of trees in MFI- FBI farm in Jala-Jala, Rizal. This project was initiated by Letran in celebration of their 400th year anniversary on year 2020.
Photo shows (from left to right): Rita Macabuhay, MFI-FBI New Business and Fund Development Manager; Dr. Jose Rene Gayo, MFI-FBI Vice President; Fr. Tamerlane Lana, O.P. Colegio de San Juan de Letran Rector and Col. Alejandro T. Escaño, MFI President; Asst. Professor Manuel Zamora Jr., Community Development Director, Letran; Ronel Jimenez Executive Assistant to the rector and president, Letran
September 29, 2011
DHL Global Volunteer Day at MFI-FBI in Jala-Jala, Rizal
On its 2nd year, DHL partnered with MFI Farm Business Institute (MFI-FBI) in delivering and promoting love for the environment and appreciation for biodiversity. This time, all 3 groups of DHL companies – DHL Express, DHL Global Forwarding (Phils), Inc. And DHL Supply Chain Phils., inc., actively participated in this one-day community works. More than 500 DHL employees took part in tree planting, improving the intitute’s classroom and conducted learning activities for Jala-Jala children. DHL also donated various farm tools and equipment to FBI.
Photo inset shows DHL executives and MFI officials holding the rally banner while hundreds of DHL employee-volunteers cheered on.
Shown in this ceremonial turn-over of farm tools are (from left): Dr. Rene Gayo, MFI-FBI Executive Director; Col. Alejandro Escaño, MFI Foundation President; Mr. Duncan Gates, DHL Express Country Manager; Ms. Olivia Ramos, DHL Supply Chain, Phils. Inc. President & Country Managing Director and Mr. Stephen Ly, President & Managing Director DHL Global Forwarding (Phils.), Inc.
September 14, 2011
MFI to develop a course with Fujitsu Ten
MFI Foundation, Inc. (MFI) recently signed a memorandum of agreement with Fujitsu Ten Solutions Philippines, Inc. (FTSP) to develop a two-year System Developer Course. The program will be designed as a Dual Training System course where MFI Technological Institute will give students a foundation of knowledge and skills for one year in preparation for their one-year on-the-job training at Fujitsu Ten. The program will run beginning next school year.
Photo shows seated from left: Vernon I. Valones, FTSP department manager; Maria Gloria L. Joven, FTSP vice president for Corporate Planning and Services; Akira Ikezoe, FTSP president; Alejandro T. Escaño, MFI president; Charles M. Valencia, MFI-TI director of Education; Ed L. Dy Guaso, manager of Technology Programs Management Department. Standing, from left: Amilius San Gregorio, Fujitsu assistant section manager; Bong Magbujos, MFI-TI placement officer; Arlindo Natividad, MFI-TI head for Information Technology; and Amalia Sylvia D. Dablo, MFI-TI manager for Values Formation and Placement Services.
August 31, 2011
MFI fiber optics seminar for PUP students
A group of 30 students from Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) recently attended the one-day Seminar on Fiber Optics at MFI Technological Institute (MFI-TI). Along with several PUP faculty members, fourth-year and fifth-year students of Electronics and Communications Engineering were introduced to fiber optics and its practical application in the industry. The event was organized by Subnet Ltd., the first institution in the Philippines recognized by the international professional society, Fiber Optics Association (FOA).
Photo shows MFI-TI instructor Afril Teves (left) during the seminar as she demonstrates the proper techniques in cable preparation and splicing.
August 22, 2011
Volunteer eco-activities as CSR
More than 70 employees of Philippine Electricity Market Corp. (PEMC) took part in volunteer eco-activities like tree-planting, bamboo stand rehabilitation, and vegetable gardening held last Aug.19 at the MFI Farm Business Institute (MFI-FBI) in Jala-jala, Rizal.
Led by PEMC Vice President Jesusito H. Sulit, the volunteers planted indigenous trees such as tibig and dwarf coconut. The volunteers then divided into smaller groups for bamboo rehabilitation, vegetable gardening, and water-catchment preparation where rainwater is stored for agricultural use during the dry season.
MFI-FBI houses a training center for farmers and currently provides training and education to less-privileged and out-of-school youth under the 2-year Diploma in Agricultural Entrepreneurship (DAE) program. It also offers the BS Entrepreneurial Management (BSEM) course in partnership with the University of Rizal System.
For more information about eco-activities as CSR, email fbi@mfi.org.ph or call 631-2444.
August 19, 2011
MFI elects new trustees
MFI Foundation’s Board of Trustees recently welcomed Mr. Senen C. Bacani and Engr. Jesus P. Francisco as its newest members.
MFI Vice Chairman Manny Q. Lim resigned earlier this month due to his health condition. Trustee Mel Velarde of Next Mobile also resigned from the board while remaining a member of MFI Foundation along with Mr. Lim.
Trustee Bacani served as secretary of the Department of Agriculture (DA) during the Cory Aquino administration and currently serves as an executive or member of the board of several companies and organizations.
Trustee Francisco was the president and COO of Meralco until his retirement in 2009. He is currently president of the Meralco Industrial Engineering Services Corp. (MIESCOR) and concurrently president or chairman of MIESCOR’s subsidiary companies: Miescorrail, Inc., Miescor Builders, Inc., and Landbees Corporation.
Atty. Maria Concepcion S. Noche, a litigation and corporate lawyer with more than 25 years of experience, was also appointed as MFI’s new corporate secretary.
August 19, 2011
AmCham Foundation supports MFI scholars
MFI Foundation, Inc. (MFI) recently signed a memorandum of agreement with the American Chamber Foundation Philippines, Inc. (AmCham Foundation) which will co-sponsor the education of five partial scholars from MFI’s Industrial Technician Program. AmCham Foundation serves as the socio-civic arm of member companies of the American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines.
Photo shows AmCham Foundation Executive Dir. Jun Salipsip (seated, left), MFI Pres. Alejandro T. Escaño (seated, right), AmCham Foundation Program Manager Del Hilario (standing, left) and MFI Marketing and Fundraising Manager Ellen Juganas (standing, right) during the signing of the agreement.
August 08, 2011
Instrumentation exhibit, job fair this July at PTTC
The Philippine Instrumentation and Control Society (PICS) recently tapped MFI Foundation, Inc. to organize a job fair for instrumentation practitioners on July 22 at the Philippine Trade Training Center (PTTC) in Pasay City.
The one-day job fair will be held on the last day pf IATEX 2011, an international exhibition on factory and process automation, instrumentation, control and measurement equipment.
IATEX 2011 features an Automation Summit on July 20, a PROFIBUS/PROFINET Technical Seminar on July 21, and a PICS-members only seminar on the latest instrumentation and control technologies and trends.
Entrance is free to all registered visitors. To register, visit www.picsnational.org. For companies interested in joining the job fair, email events@mfi.org.ph or call 632-0756 to 67 local 145 for more information.
July 22, 2011
Special schedule on PLC Training on Allen Bradley, HMI/SCADA
Due to popular demand, MFI Technological Institute (MFI-TI) will offer a special 6-day schedule for PLC Training on Allen Bradley on June 13-18, 2011 and a 5-day schedule for HMI/SCADA on July 11-15, 2011 and July 25-29, 2011.
For those interested in PLC training, enrollees should have already taken Electro-pneumatics. Those who are interested in HMI/SCADA should be prepared either by completing a PLC Training on Allen Bradley course or the Advanced PLC course.
For more information, contact MFI-TI at 633-3623, 634-2970, or at trunk line 632-0756 to 67 locals 431 and 432.
July 11, 2011
Natural Farming Seminar on June 18
A 1-day natural farming seminar workshop will be held on Saturday, June 18th from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm at the MFI Farm Business Institute campus in Barangay Punta in Jala-jala, Rizal. Registration fee is P500.
The seminar will introduce natural farming practices with high productivity, high profitability, and low labor requirements. Natural farming has minimal negative impact on the environment and uses cheap, readily available ingredients and indigenous microbes.
For more information, contact MFI-FBI at 631-2444 or email fbi@mfi.org.ph.
June 18, 2011
MFI president among outstanding chem engineers
MFI Foundation President Alejandro T. Escaño was recently recognized by the PRC Board of Chemical Engineering with a recognition and service award during the oath-taking ceremony for new chemical engineers held at the Manila Hotel last May 27.
President Escaño (2ndfrom right) is a licensed chemical engineer and an alumnus of De La Salle University. He was recognized for his success in business and his contributions to the country’s agro-industry. The award was conferred to him by PRC Board of Chemical Engineering Chair Ofelia V. Bulaong (right) and PRC Board members Francisco A. Arellano (2nd from left) and Jeffrey G. Mijares (left).
May 27, 2011
Enrollment ongoing for agribusiness courses
MFI Farm Business Institute (MFI-FBI) is still accepting applicants for the BS Entrepreneurial Management (BSEM) major in Farm Business course for June 2011. Applicants may take the entrance exam on June 7 starting at 9 a.m. in MFI Bldg. ,Ortigas Avenue.
This agribusiness course emphasizes hands-on training at a farm campus in Jala-jala, Rizal. Agribusiness is the chain that brings food from farm to plate and the sector is predicted to be a key employment generator in the next five to 10 years, according to the Project Jobsfit study of the Department of Labor and Employment.
BSEM is offered jointly by MFI, University of Rizal System (URS) Pillilia, and the Management Association of the Philippines.
MFI-FBI is also accepting enrollees for the 2-year Diploma in Agricultural Entrepreneurship course where out-of-school youth could be trained in the specialization areas of crop production, livestock production, aquaculture, horticulture, and coffee production. Enrollment is ongoing for both programs.
Hands-on workshop seminars on bamboo, malunggay, coffee, urban gardening, bonsai, organic farming, and mango production are also offered by MFI-FBI.
For inquiries, visit the Farm Business Institute at MFI Bldg., Ortigas Avenue, Pasig City (beside the Medical City), call (632) 631-2444, or email fbi@mfi.org.ph. The Farm Business School in Jala-jala, Rizal may also be reached at 710-2901.
May 26, 2011
WOF games donated to MFI
World of Fun, a conglomerate operating more than 40 amusement centers in the Philippines, recently donated seven gaming machines to MFI Technological Institute (MFI-TI). Students of MFI-TI’s Industrial Technician Program (ITP), particularly those in Electronics, Instrumentation, and Mechatronics can use these to discover firsthand how machines work.
From left, Manolo S. Santos, vice president of MFI-TI; Foy Dablo, head of ITP Values Formation and Placement Dept.; Col .Alejandro T. Escaño, president of MFI Foundation and MFI-TI; Susan Tagle, WOF director for Human Resources; Emmanuel Jimenez, WOF executive director for operations; and Charles Valencia, MFI-TI director for Education Group.
May 11, 2011
TESDA goes tree-planting in Jala-jala
As an early celebration of Earth Day, TESDA Rizal staff led by Provincial Director Velma Salazar participated in a tree-planting activity at MFI Farm Business Institute (MFI-FBI) in Jala-jala, Rizal last April 19. MFI-FBI regularly conducts tree-planting activities in partnership with government and private institutions, a practice that began on Philippine Arbor Day back in 2009. Top photo: a TESDA employee in action. Bottom photo: TESDA Rizal staff led by Provincial Director Velma Salazar (in red) with volunteers from MFI-FBI.
April 19, 2011
Sen. Sotto Scholarship Fund at MFI
Sen. Vicente "Tito" Sotto III recently established a perpetual scholarship fund for MFI Foundation’s Industrial Technician Program (ITP). MFI Technological Institute offers post-secondary non-degree programs in IT, electronics, electrical, tool and die, and instrumentation under ITP. The program boasts of an employment rate of 80 percent even before the students’ graduation day.
Photo shows Sen. Sotto (center) with Ma. Lourdes O. Villanueva (left), OIC district director of TESDA PAMAMARISAN, and Col. Alejandro T. Escano (right), president of MFI, signing the Memorandum of Agreement establishing the perpetual scholarship.
March 24, 2011
