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HISTORY
A long period of stability and growth followed. Maryknoll College expanded its programs from training teachers to the formation of women leaders, thus a liberal arts college was developed. The school grew in student population, in programs, services and reputation, justifiably achieving recognition as a school where academic excellence, communication skills, competence, individuality and social responsibility were developed in its students.
Its graduates have distinguished themselves in various professions. Several have been cabinet secretaries, legislators, accomplished businesswomen, entrepreneurs, educators and leaders of government and non-governmental organizations. To date, nineteen alumnae have been selected as “The Outstanding Women in the Nation’s Service” (TOWNS) awardees.
After Vatican II, the Maryknoll congregation began to evaluate its work, not only in the Philippines but worldwide, in the light of their original apostolate as a missionary order. In the 60s, the Maryknoll congregation saw the readiness of the Filipino laity to continue the educational mission they had started. In 1977, the ownership and management of the school was turned over to lay administrators. In accordance with the agreement, the name Maryknoll was to be changed to pave the way for the promotion of the school’s unique identity, distinct although not disconnected from the identity of the Maryknoll sisters. In 1989, after a series of consultations, Maryknoll College was re-named Miriam College.
VISION
Miriam College is
a premier Filipino Catholic institution of learning
that forms leaders in service
who combine competence with caring,
are rooted in Filipino culture and Asian tradition,
and yet are citizens of the world.
MISSION
Miriam College is
a premier Filipino Catholic institution of learning
that forms leaders in service
who combine competence with caring,
are rooted in Filipino culture and Asian tradition,
and yet are citizens of the world.ngs and set up three major centers for curriculum development, research and commu
Miriam College is committed to the values of truth, justice, peace and the integrity of creation.
Miriam College is committed to the values of truth, justice, peace and the integrity of creation.
TRUTH: We believe in the power of knowledge and the liberating force of truth. We commit ourselves to the systematic and scientific search for truth and to fairness and openness in its pursuit. We reject all forms of deceit, falseness and dishonesty. We strive for the highest quality of intellectual and academic output at the same time that we recognize and value the wisdom of the heart.
JUSTICE: We believe that all human beings should be equally blessed to be responsible for and to enjoy the fruits of knowledge-generation and social progress. We commit ourselves to a society where power and opportunity are equally shared and where the “naked are clothed and the hungry are fed.” We reject discrimination of any kind against any individual or any group. We strive for and support a diverse and interdependent human community in which people’s rights, welfare and empowerment are centrally valued.
PEACE: We believe that God has called us to be peace-builders. We also believe that peace means the absence of violence as well as the presence of values, attitudes, behavior and ways of life based on non-violence and respect for the fundamental rights and freedom of every person. We reject violence of every form and in every social interaction and all institutions. We are committed to work for creative and constructive ways of solving conflict and to foster caring and loving relationships among all human beings and between humans and the rest of creation.
INTEGRITY OF CREATION: We believe that God has called us to be stewards of all creation and that the well-being and happiness of future generations rest upon sustainable and equitable systems and processes of production and consumption. We reject destruction of the environment and waste of natural resources. We commit ourselves to care for the earth and to practice a lifestyle that sustains the health of the planet on which all life depends.
TRUTH: We believe in the power of knowledge and the liberating force of truth.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The Board of Trustees is the governing body of Miriam College, conferred by law with the power and capacity to manage the institution and render final decisions, except in those cases otherwise provided by the law.
Chairperson: Lourdes R. Quisumbing, Ph.D.
Vice Chairperson: Josefina N. Tan
Miriam College President: Patricia B. Licuanan, Ph.D.
Members: Editha I. Alcantara
Fe R. Arriola, Ph.D.
Maria Lim-Ayuyao, Ph.D.
Nieves R. Confesor
Sr. Teresa R. Dagdag, M.M.
Corazon S. dela Paz
Baltazar N. Endriga
Lolita Delgado-Fansler
Oscar J. Hilado
Jaime C. Laya, Ph.D.
Christian S. Monsod
Mina M. Ramirez, Ph.D.
Ex-officio Member: Atty. Remedios M. Lim (MMCAA Chairperson)
Corporate Secretary: Atty. Ulpiano P. Sarmiento III
The university is focused on academic excellence by providing Miriam Adult Education, College and Graduate School.
Campus facilities include Marian Auditorium, Mini Forest Park and Stations of the Cross. Comments :
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