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BSN Alumnus Ronald Suayan, MS MSN FNP-BC: A second –courser’s new-found fulfillment



BSN Alumnus Ronald Suayan, MS MSN FNP-BC: A second –courser’s new-found fulfillment

Ronald Suayan, a Filipino American in his mid-30s, applied to Southville’s BS Nursing (BSN) program as a ‘second-courser’, a label given to adult students coming into the program having completed a previous course. He was surprisingly a well-accomplished professional having completed his Masters of Science in Chemistry-Medicinal Chemist from Stevens Institute of Technology in 2002. He had already completed several research publications and patent inventions under the Wyeth Research Oncology Drug Discovery Grants, which were significant laboratory studies that looked into chemical compounds for the treatment of tumors. Despite these accomplishments, Ron showed genuine interest in his new academic endeavor, … [Read more]

An Emotional Homecoming: Southville Students Return to Campus After Two Years



An Emotional Homecoming: Southville Students Return to Campus After  Two Years

After almost two years of remote learning, Southville International School and Colleges (SISC) students and teachers were reunited in person since classes were suspended due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Joyous voices rang across the once empty halls of Southville as it resumed face-to-face classes as part of its Hybrid Virtual Online Learning and Teaching (HyVOLT) program. 

SISC has long prepared to welcome its students back on campus to continue providing quality international education. All the standard safety procedures are observed as students enter the school buildings like wearing protective masks, passing a thermal screening, and maintaining a physical distance. The … [Read more]

A Hopeful Message from Dr. Marie Vic F. Suarez, Southville Principal



A Hopeful Message from Dr. Marie Vic F. Suarez, Southville Principal

As the proud principal of Southville International School and Colleges (SISC), welcome back to school for the academic year 2022-2023! I am excited to be able to say that again this year as we fully reopen our campuses. We are thrilled to see our students back in person, walking the halls once again, and connecting with each other in the classrooms while forging new friendships, meeting new teachers, and learning new routines. Our teachers are likewise excited to see their students again face-to-face. This school year looks and feels a bit more like what we are used to, and is … [Read more]

A Message of Triumph: Southville’s New College Director, Dr. Rolly  Donato has this to say



A Message of Triumph: Southville’s New College Director, Dr. Rolly  Donato has this to say

Warm greetings, College Monarchs!

We are currently facing two major disruptions, the COVID 19 virus and automation that are reshaping our way of life and world of work. While the impact of the pandemic is unprecedented which makes us think of varying ways to cope, companies experience a lack of workers with the necessary core skills to address the fast-changing landscape across industries.

According to a study by Coursera (2021), 69% of companies worldwide report a shortage of graduates who possess the required job skills. Only 34% of US college graduates feel they have the right skills and knowledge to … [Read more]

Southville gets PACUCOA ‘thumbs up’



Southville gets PACUCOA ‘thumbs up’

Southville International School and Colleges (SISC) passed the accreditation conducted by the Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA) for continuing to excel in teaching, research and service even during the most challenging times.

SISC’s AB Communication program was granted Level III, First Reaccreditation Status while the BS Entrepreneurship and BS Tourism programs are at Level III RA. The AB Multimedia Arts, BS Accountancy, Master in Business Administration, Master in Information Technology, and Master of Arts in Psychology programs, on the other hand, are at Candidate Status. 

It is by the collective efforts and outstanding contributions of … [Read more]

Reshaping the Global Landscape through Research – Southville Hosts Second International Research Conference



Reshaping the Global Landscape through Research – Southville Hosts Second International Research Conference

With the success of its first run last year, Southville International School and Colleges (SISC) College Division will once again host the prestigious International Research Conference (IRC) on October 26 and 27, 2022. The conference will bring researchers who will be sharing their studies on the theme “Reshaping the 2022 Global Landscape”. The research congress will focus on various fields such as social development, communications, health care, technology, commerce, and education.


Researchers who wish to join may register via – https://forms.gle/boLBvVxZtXK7Lbur7. Early bird discounts will be available for those who will register until September 15, 2022. Applicants may contact Ms. … [Read more]

Southville College Faculty Wins BPI Sinag



Southville College Faculty Wins BPI Sinag

The thought that Filipinos can solve societal problems through creativity and innovation was what inspired Southville International School and Colleges (SISC) instructor Aris Lacuña to join and win the BPI Sinag. It’s the first-ever social entrepreneurship competition for the academe sponsored by the Bank of the Philippine Islands Foundation and hosted by Bayan Academy. 

Mr. Lacuña’s winning concept, “The 3SEED Innovation Challenge 2022 (Sinag@Southville Social Enhancement & Enterprise Development)” aims to equip and empower Senior High School –  Accountancy, Business, and Management teachers in Muntinlupa, Paranaque, and Las Pinas in social entrepreneurship through ‘Design Thinking.  Apart from winning the competition, … [Read more]