CHE - DHM AJAM BSU Chapter

26/08/2026

🏆 CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNING INSTRUCTORS! 🏆
2nd Best Paper Award – BSU-Funded Extension Category

The AJAM-BSU Chapter proudly extends its heartfelt congratulations to our dedicated instructors for bringing home the 2nd Best Paper Award under the BSU-Funded Extension Category during the 2026 BSU Symposium (Annual In-House Review)!

Their award-winning extension paper, “Project H.O.T.E.L. (Honing Operational and Technical Expertise and Capabilities of Employees for Gender Management Longevity) (8 Activities),” is a remarkable reflection of their commitment not only to academic excellence but also to meaningful extension work that creates positive impact beyond the classroom.

We proudly congratulate the team:
Project Leader: Dr. Amelia G. Bawang
Dr. Rodeliza A. Flores
Dr. Dalifer A. Gano
Greg B. Landocan
Rochelle B. Quintos
Georgina V. Bejar
Frejobel Langpaoen

As our DHM instructors and teachers, you continue to inspire us not only through your lessons and guidance, but also through your achievements, dedication, and contributions to the community. This recognition is a testament to the excellence and passion you bring to both teaching and extension work.💚

We are proud of you, our winning instructors! 🏆💐

Mabuhay, DHM! Congratulations, Team Project H.O.T.E.L.! ✨

24/08/2026

21/08/2026

20 August 2026
𝐀𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐔𝐏 𝐖𝐑𝐀𝐏𝐒 𝐔𝐏 𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐕𝐄𝐘 𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐈𝐓 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐁𝐒𝐔 𝐃𝐄𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌𝐒

The online accreditation survey visit for the four degree programs of Benguet State University concluded with a closing meeting. The evaluation was conducted by the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP).

The three-day survey visit evaluated the degree programs, including the Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education and the Master of Science in Animal Science for the fourth survey-second cycle. The MA in English Language Studies was assessed during the fourth survey visit, while the BS in Hospitality Management was evaluated during the third survey-phase 2. These programs were evaluated in areas of research, performance of graduates, community service, international linkages and consortia, and well-developed planning process.

During the program, AACCUP Team Overall Coordinator Carlo F. Vadil presented the accreditors’ impressions on the assessed programs, highlighting the strengths and opportunities for improvement. He thanked the BSU officials and the Local Task Force for their cooperation throughout the accreditation process.

Vadil encouraged everyone to view the accreditation activity as an inspiration and an opportunity for growth, regardless of the outcome, while remaining committed to pursuing quality and excellence in the University’s programs and services. He also looked forward to collaborating with the University through the sharing of experience-based practices.

VP for Business Affairs Josel M. Florentin, representing BSU President Kenneth A. Laruan, expressed gratitude to the accreditors for evaluating the University’s degree programs, providing constructive feedback, and recognizing the Local Task Force’s efforts.

“Let this not be the end of striving for excellence, but simply a checkpoint. We commit not because we are told to do, but because we owe it to our students who walk through our gates hoping for quality education, and to every scientist and dreamer this institution continues to shield,” he stressed.

Following the awarding of certificates of appreciation to the accreditors, College of Human Ecology Dean Jao-jao A. Somyden delivered her closing remarks, acknowledging the collective efforts, dedication, and perseverance of the BSU Local Task Force that made the accreditation a success. She also emphasized that accreditation is a shared responsibility to uphold standards for academic and operational integrity.

“With perseverance and teamwork, we turn challenges into opportunities for growth,” she said.//EBawayan

21/08/2026

Beyond the Documents 📸

AACCUP ONLINE ACCREDITATION✨
BSHM Program Level 3 Phase 2 Survey

Months of preparation boiled down to three days of rigorous evaluation, verification and validation of documents by our esteemed accreditors.

The kaba was real every time the group chat rang! 😰 But as the Local Task Force, we stood as one team with a single goal.

Now, we hold our breath and hope for a successful, passing verdict. 🙏✨

BSHM Local Task Force - Level 3 - Phase 2 🕒💪

15/08/2026

♻️ One Person. One Habit. A Cleaner Planet. 🌍

Every bottle, can, box, and piece of paper we recycle is one less item polluting our land and water.

Recycling isn’t just about throwing waste into the right bin it’s about giving materials a second life and reducing the pressure we put on nature.

🌱 Choose to recycle.
🌱 Choose to reduce waste.
🌱 Choose a healthier future.

Because protecting our planet doesn’t always require big actions. Sometimes, it starts with what you do with your waste.

14/08/2026

Hospitality Labor Shortage in the Philippines 🇵🇭🏨

The Philippine hospitality industry continues to grow, but one major challenge remains—the shortage of skilled workers. Many Filipino hospitality professionals and graduates choose to work abroad in search of better-paying opportunities, stronger benefits, and greater career growth. While this can provide better opportunities for workers and their families, it also creates staffing challenges for hotels, resorts, restaurants, and other tourism-related businesses in the country.

As more accommodation establishments and tourism businesses expand, the demand for qualified employees also increases. A shortage of workers can result in heavier workloads for existing staff, difficulties in recruitment and retention, increased training costs, and possible challenges in maintaining consistent service quality. Since hospitality relies heavily on people and customer service, having enough trained and motivated employees is essential to the industry's success.

Addressing this issue requires more than simply hiring additional workers. Hospitality businesses can improve employee retention by offering competitive compensation, better working conditions, career development opportunities, continuous training, and clearer paths for promotion. Stronger partnerships between schools and industry employers can also help prepare students for real workplace demands and encourage more graduates to build their careers locally.

The hospitality industry is not only about destinations, hotels, and restaurants—it is also about the people who make every guest experience possible. Supporting and retaining Filipino hospitality workers is an important step toward building a stronger and more sustainable tourism industry.

Sources: Philippine Hotel Owners Association, TESDA, Philippine Statistics Authority, and ABS-CBN News.

14/08/2026

𝘼𝙪𝙜𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝘽𝙞𝙙𝘼𝙡𝙪𝙢𝙣𝙞 𝙁𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚

Introducing our esteemed Alumna, 𝐌𝐬. 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐚.

We are proud to highlight one of our accomplished alumni, 𝐌𝐬. 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐚, a 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 (𝐁𝐒𝐇𝐌) program with flying colors; Magna Cum Laude.

Currently, Ms. Visaya is building her career as a 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐲 𝐇𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐬 – 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐠 (𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐫), located along Ordonio Drive, Camp John Hay, Baguio City. With 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐰𝐨 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, she continues to grow professionally while providing the quality service and hospitality expected in the industry.

Reflecting on her journey, Ms. Visaya shares how the BSHM program greatly contributed to her overall growth as an individual. Beyond academic knowledge, the program helped develop her 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐜, 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬, 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐦. Through experiences such as oral presentations, event organization, on-the-job training, and constant interaction with classmates, instructors, and industry professionals, she became more comfortable communicating with different people while developing a healthy sense of competitiveness.

The program also helped prepare Ms. Visaya for the professional world and enabled her to pursue a career she genuinely enjoys. She carries with her the core values taught by her faculty, becoming more outgoing, flexible, and socially aware. Her experiences in the hospitality industry have further strengthened her appreciation for 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤, 𝐜𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭, 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐲, 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫-𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞, while reminding her that learning and growth continue even after graduation.

To current BSHM students, Ms. Visaya shares an inspiring message:

“𝐍𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐨 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐲 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥. 𝐀𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐛𝐲 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐬𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐚 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦. 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐈 𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬. 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐲, 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐤𝐬. 𝐈𝐟 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮, 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐮𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞. 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐛𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐝.”
— 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞

We are incredibly proud of 𝐌𝐬. 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐚’𝐬 journey and achievements and wish her continued growth and success in the hospitality industry. Her story serves as an inspiring reminder of how the knowledge, experiences, and values gained through the 𝐁𝐒𝐔 𝐂𝐇𝐄 – 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 can help prepare students to confidently face the opportunities and challenges of the professional world.

09/08/2026

Emergency Shelter for BSU students severely affected by the monsoon rains and flooding. Proceed to the BSU Men's Dormitory or Ladies' Dormitory for free temporary lodging.

If you are a BSU student, answer the BSU OSS Habagat Rapid Needs Assessment (BSU OSS HaRaNeeds) so the OSS can coordinate appropriate responses:
https://forms.gle/1hhzYHPUBsibgY679

Stay safe during this habagat season.
1. Do not travel if not an emergency.
2. Stay dry and away from precarious cliffside.
3. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads/areas.
4. Be updated with local announcements.
5. For emergencies you may contact the following:
𝗕𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗨𝗘𝗧 𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗬 𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗦 📞🆘
Kindly save these emergency hotlines available in the province.
➡️ National Emergency Hotline: 911
➡️ Disaster Risk Reduction & Management Offices
PROVINCE – 0963-500-1960
ATOK – 0921-871-7244
BAKUN – 0954-473-2843 / 0970-787-5069
BOKOD – 0998-330-9455 / 0949-419-6881
BUGUIAS – 0910-59-68266
ITOGON – 0962-967-2977 / 0956-856-3661
KABAYAN – 0966-624-7958 / 0928-849-5579
KAPANGAN – 0919-533-6001
KIBUNGAN – 0919-659-6043 / 0945-422-6516
LA TRINIDAD – 0930-316-1388 / 0939-350-6636
MANKAYAN – 0968-254-6284
SABLAN – 0907-498-4637
TUBA – 0947-357-7774
TUBLAY – 0930-561-8556
➡️ Bureau of Fire Protection Stations
PROVINCE – 0929-402-4964
ATOK – 0908-151-3371 / 0910-970-6412
BAKUN – 0995-145-3347
BOKOD – 0919-230-9673
BUGUIAS – 0960-566-1451
ITOGON – 0930-793-2832
KABAYAN – 0966-417-1960
KAPANGAN – 0950-143-1993
KIBUNGAN – 0930-388-6323
LA TRINIDAD – 0910-320-7446 / 0931-857-6216
MANKAYAN – 0909-250-5964
SABLAN – 0929-500-9999
TUBA – 0963-888-1829 / 0970-459-5479
TUBLAY – 0963-403-4964
➡️ Philippine National Police Stations
PROVINCE – 0998-598-7780
ATOK – 0921-480-1582
BAKUN – 0998-598-7782
BOKOD – 0998-598-7783
BUGUIAS – 0998-598-7784
ITOGON – 0998-598-7785
KABAYAN – 0998-598-7786
KAPANGAN – 0998-598-7789
KIBUNGAN – 0998-598-7790
LA TRINIDAD – 0998-598-7791 / 0927-486-302
MANKAYAN – 0939-921-9123
SABLAN – 0998-598-7793 / 0916-477-9426
TUBA – 0910-321-6500
TUBLAY – 0998-598-7795 / 0920-776-8287

09/08/2026

𝑹𝑨𝑰𝑵 𝑰𝑺 𝑹𝑨𝑰𝑵 𝑰𝑺 𝑮𝑶 𝑰𝑺 𝑨𝑾 𝑰𝑺 𝑨𝒀…!!!!
🌧️🌧️

sa sobrang lamig, hindi na kayang i-blink of an eye ang pubmat. Pero, kumusta ka? Basang basa ka na ba sa ulan? O magdamag na nakahiga? "𝐘𝐢𝐬 𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠!". 💅

Make sure to stay safe this wet season ☔️, 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘥 𝘱𝘢 𝘯𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘯 𝘬𝘢𝘮𝘪 𝘴𝘢𝘺𝘰 😜. Unahing protektahan ang sarili, hindi 'yung puro cuddle weather ang sinasabi! 🤬






🎨🖼️: Jervy Cayamso
📝🐧: Sean "Pogi" Mendoza

08/08/2026

Happy Birthday to our beloved Ma'am Amelia GB! 💐

Your passion, dedication, and guidance make a meaningful difference in every student’s journey.

May your special day be filled with love, laughter, blessings, and well-deserved celebrations! Cheers to another year of inspiring hearts and shaping future hospitality leaders!🎉✨

Happy Birthday, Ma’am! 🥳💗
From your AJAM_BSU CHAPTER Family 🫶🏻

✍: Daniella Mae Ferraro
🖼️: Jervyrose Cayamso