Jose Rizal Memorial State University
The Jose Rizal Memorial State University (JRMSU; Filipino: Pag-alaalang Pamantasang Pampamahalaan Jose Rizal[1]) is a state university in Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines. It is mandated to provide higher professional, technical, special instructions for special purposes and promote research and extension services, advanced studies and progressive leadership in education, agriculture, arts and sciences, engineering and other fields.[2] Its main campus is located in Dapitan.[3] It became a university in 2010 by virtue of Republic Act 9852.
Pag-alaalang Pamantasang Pampamahalaan Jose Rizal | |
Former names | Jose Rizal Memorial State College (before 2010) |
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| Type | State university |
| Established | 2010 (university) |
| President | Daylinda Luz R. Laput, Ph.D. |
| Students | 4,700 |
| Location | , , |
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| Hymn | JRMSU Hymn |
| Colors | Navy Blue and Gold |
| Nickname | JRMSU |
| Affiliations | PASUC-SCUAA—MASCUF |
| Website | jrmsu.edu.ph |
History
Jose Rizal Memorial State University was established by virtue of RA 9852 with Congresswoman Cecilia G. Jalosjos-Carreon as principal author, Congressman Cesar Jalosjos as co-author. It was approved by President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo on December 15, 2009. It was formerly the Jose Rizal Memorial State College by virtue of Republic Act 8193 sponsored by Congressman Romeo G. Jalosjos of the 1st District of Zamboanga del Norte which was approved on June 11, 1996, by the President of the Republic, Fidel V. Ramos.
It was a consolidation of the Rizal Memorial Vocational School (RMNVS) in Dapitan City, the Zamboanga del Norte School of Arts and Trades (ZNSAT) in Dipolog City which was formed in 1961,[4] and the Siocon National Vocational School (SNVS) in the municipality of Siocon, Zamboanga del Norte.
In 2002, two higher education institutions (HEIs) within Zamboanga del Norte, namely the Katipunan National Agricultural School (KNAS) in the municipality of Katipunan, Zamboanga del Norte and the Zamboanga del Norte Agricultural College (ZNAC) in the Municipality of Tampilisan, Zamboanga del Norte (which was then a part of the Western Mindanao State University system), were integrated into then JRMSC pursuant to CHED Memorandum Order No. 27 series of 2000 thus comprising the fourth and fifth campuses, respectively of JRMSU.
The first president was Dr. Felipe O. Ligan, who was appointed in 1997. On June 7, 2002, CHED Special Order No. 35, s. 2002 appointed Dr. Henry A. Sojor as the OIC President of the Jose Rizal Memorial State College in concurrent capacity as president of Central Visayas Polytechnic College in Dumaguete, now Negros Oriental State University.
In the span of two years and eight months, the board of trustees then deemed it best for the college to have its permanent leader. Thus, on March 1, 2005, Dr. Edgar S. Balbuena assumed office as the second president of JRMSC pursuant to BOT Resolution No. 4, series of 2005 chaired by Fr. Rolando V. Rosa, OP.
With the appointment of Dr. Balbuena, the college charted a new course. With his extraordinary leadership, it took only four years and nine months for the college to be elevated to the status of a university. Indeed, the growth of the university means a continuing and growing commitment to academic excellence and quality, research, and productivity, community involvement, and partnership for national development and global competitiveness. Evidently, he emerged as a dynamo, leading the people of Zamboanga del Norte and adjacent provinces towards an improved quality life.
Campuses
Campus life
Jose Rizal Memorial State University Hymn (shortened as JRMSU Hymn) is the official hymn of the Jose Rizal Memorial State University .[5] The hymn was composed by Wilfredo D. Carreon Jr., while its melody was arranged by Earl John Lapore.[5][6]
References
- ^ Direktoryo ng mga Ahensiya at Opisyal ng Pamahalaan ng Pilipinas (PDF) (in Filipino). Kagawaran ng Badyet at Pamamahala (Department of Budget and Management). 2018. Retrieved August 24, 2020.
- ^ Philippine Republic Act No. 8193 Section 3
- ^ Philippine Republic Act No. 8193 Section 2
- ^ . Old website of the City Government of Dipolog. Archived from the original on 27 November 2010. Retrieved 5 October 2020.
- ^ a b "JRMSU Hymn". Jose Rizal Memorial State University - Tampilisan Campus. Retrieved 16 October 2020.
- ^ "JRMSU Main Campus » SEAL AND HYMN". Retrieved 16 October 2020.