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University of San Jose - Recoletos
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| Motto: | Quality Christian Community-Oriented Education Caritas et Scientia (Charity and Science) |
| Established | 1947 |
| Type: | Catholic, private, Recollect |
| President: | Rev. Fr. Anthony A. Morillo, OAR |
| Location | Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines |
| Campus: | Basak Campus, Main Campus |
| Website: | http://www.usjr.edu.ph |
University of San Jose-Recoletos was founded on 1947 in Cebu City by the Order of Augustinian Recollects, then Colegio de San Jose-Recoletos developed from a small institution of learning to one of the excellent schools in the country. From classes held in an old building and a portion of the convent, the school built modern retaining classic features. It consists of two campuses located in different areas of metropolitan Cebu – the main campus along Corner P. Lopez and Magallanes Sts., and the Basak Campus at Basak Pardo.
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It started with only elementary and secondary education in 1947. Classes were then held in a portion of the convent as well as in classrooms housed in an old building along Magallanes St. was built. In an unprecedent spirit of expansion, the year 1965 witnessed the tearing down of the time-honored Recoletos Church and was demolished after thorough and emotionally-changed deliberations as the conservatives of the church fought for its preservation.
However, tradition had give way to progress. In 1968, the six-storey edifice was built along P. Lopez St. was erected to accommodate more students and expand the school's facilities and instructional resources. Far and wide, the years after 1970 and onward found the University of San Jose - Recoletos (then CSJ-R) in a period of consistent growth and development.
In 1980, CSJ-R bought a new site in Basak-Pardo, Cebu City, then built the new building for the grade and high schools, the Recoletos Coliseum, Open Gymnasium and the Pope Paul II Retreat House. In 1996, the Talavera House of Prayer was built in the scenic hills of Quiot, Cebu City.
On September 21, 1984, then CSJ-R attained the UNIVERSITY STATUS. Spanning years of accreditation and re-accreditation, USJ-R, Level 3, PAASCU, was granted AUTONOMOUS STATUS by CHED in 2001.
The curricular programs of USJ-R evolved from traditional to innovative course offerings. Arts and Sciences (started as liberal arts in 1947); Commerce and Education (founded in 1948); Engineering (1961); Bachelor of Laws (1957); and the Graduate School (1962). In 2003, the College of Information, Computer and Communications Technology was created. The Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program (ETEEAP) followed in the same year. On April 1, 2004, the Vertical Alignment of the undergraduate and graduate schools took effect which established five graduate schools: Graduate School of Business and Management, Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, Graduate School of Information Technology and Computer Studies, Graduate School of Education and Graduate School of Engineering. In June 2004, the B.S. in Nursing started its first operation due to the rampant demand of nurses nowadays. The university's pioneering nursing students will graduate this coming 2008 and the university's highly-expecting much and will be looking forward on them.
Part of USJ-R’s campaign to provide good education is the provision of infrastructures and facilities to aid learning. Thus the rise of many school buildings like the Nursing Skills Laboratory, the St. Ezekiel Moreno Building, the International Language Center, the Recoletos Law Center, and the LET and CPA Review Centers.
Recently, the new St. Ezekiel Moreno Building was established in the Basak Campus exclusive for the College of Information, Computer and Communications Technology (CICCT) and the College of Education (COE).
Continuing with its zeal education par excellence, USJ-R opens the latest programs: Doctor of Philosophy in English, Master of Arts in Education major in Guidance and Counseling, Master of Media Studies with specialization in Broadcast Media and Journalism, Diploma in advance program in Special Education and the English Language Program for foreign and Filipino students.
The years that followed gave the school opportunities to expand, all the time developing Quality Christian Community-Oriented Education. On November 28, 1998, the 52nd General Chapter held in Granada, Spain, voted for the creation of a new Religious Province in the Philippines dedicated to St. Ezekiel Moreno, OAR. The Recollect Philippine Province, where USJ-R belongs, now stands as the eighth regional cluster of communities of the ORDER of AUGUSTINIAN RECOLLECT worldwide. [1]
- The USJ-R is awarded by CHED the singular privilege of “full autonomy status for meritorious achievement in higher education" in the provision of instruction and in the conduct of research and community extension services, high performance of graduates in licensure examinations and for maintaining a tradition of integrity and an untarnished reputation in the educational service.
- USJ-R is recognized by CHED as a center of development in Information Technology and Business and Management Education, center of excellence for teacher education and the best Expanded Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program implementor for 2006-2007.
- Caritas et Scientia
This crowning inscription, Charity and Science, reflects the origin and the goal of the University. To be the channel of love and truth is to lead towards God, who is Himself Love and Truth, the Absolute Good.
The ribbon depicts service.
- The Book and The Flaming Pierced Heart
The book symbolizes the Sacred Scriptures and the teaching authority of the Church which the University strictly adheres to. The flame illustrates restlessness which, according to Saint Augustine, can be stopped only when the heart has found its rest in God. Together, these symbols portray the Christian dimension of Caritas et Scientia.
- Rope / Cord
The rope surrounding the seal represents discipline and teamwork.
Discipline forms character; character fosters teamwork, a value which the Josenian community stands for.
- Bamboo Cross, Book, Heart, Rays of the Sun, Belt
These identify the institution as belonging to the Province of Saint Ezekiel Moreno of the Order of Augustinian Recollects. These also evoke the missionary and global thrust of the Recoleto brand of education.
- Cross of Magellan
This represents the City of Cebu, the cradle of Christianity in the Far East, where the University is located. This prompts us to center and be rooted in Christ and His Church as we journey in faith.
- Building
This represents the City of Cebu, the cradle of Christianity in the Far East, where the University is located. This prompts us to center and be rooted in Christ and His Church as we journey in faith
- Lily and the Scapular of Mount Carmel
Both items are at the center of the seal, these represent the two models of the Catholic faith, namely: Saint Joseph and the Blessed Mother. They inspire each Josenian to emulate their virtues of moral integrity, attentiveness and obedience to God’s will, and self-effacing and generous service to fellowmen.
- Books, Leaves, Ink and Pen, CD, and others
These typify the many course offerings through which USJ-R equips the youth with the necessary knowledge, attitudes and skills to face the challenge of transforming the world.
- Star
Symbolical of the Mother Province of San Nicolas de Tolentino, this star reminds us of our humble beginnings and calls us to be continually grateful and loyal to our past.
Guided by the slogan, "Only the Best is Good Enough for San Jose", USJ-R places quality education first through offering diverse degree programs that imbue students with Christian values and enriched teaching-learning atmosphere. The quality of faculty and personnel is assured with the adoption of a comprehensive selection process and criteria.
USJ-R offers an academic environment equipped with the state-of-the-art facilities and technologies and conducive to the academic development in the spirit of justice, honesty and charity for the pursuit of knowledge and truth. Students are challenged to develop their social and ecological awareness, enhance their technological and global knowledge and nurture their love for the arts and humanities.
- Value Integrated Subjects
- Mainstreamed Christian-Community Orientation
- Business-Industry Linkage
- Regularly assessed subject contents by Alumni, Senior Students, Faculty, Administration and *Industry Partners
- Complete Pre-School
- Complete Elementary Education 1-6
- Complete Secondary Education I-IV
- Bachelor of Arts in:
- English
- LIACOM
- Mass Communication
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- Bachelor of Science in:
- Biology
- Library & Information Science
- Psychology
- Certificate of Proficiency in Religious Education
- EFCOM (Effective Communication) 1 semester
- B.S. Electrical Engineering
- B.S. Civil Engineering
- B.S. Electronics & Communications Engineering
- B.S. Environmental Engineering
- B.S. Industrial Engineering
- B.S. Mechanical Engineering
- B.S. Computer Engineering
- B.S. Computer Science
- B.S. Information Technology
- B.S. Information Management
- B.S. Office Administration
- Associate in Computer Technology
- Associate in Computer Office Administration
- Master of Science in Information Technology
- Bachelor of Laws
- B.S. Nursing (BSN)
- Associate in : Health Science Education
- Bachelor of Science in Commerce major in:
- Finance
- Business Administration
- Entrepreneurship
- Human Resource Development
- Management
- Management Accounting
- Marketing
- B.S. in Accountancy
- Associate in Accounting
- B.S. in Hotel and Restaurant Management (Hospitality Management)
- Associate in Hotel and Restaurant Management
- B.S. Tourism
- Small Business Management (One Year)
Bachelor of Secondary Education major in:
- English
- Filipino
- Mathematics
- General Science
- Biology
- Bio-Chem
- Home Economics
- Physical Education
- Computer Education
- Values Education
Bachelor of Elementary Education areas of concentration:
- Pre-School Education
- English
- Filipino
- Mathematics
- Science and Health
- Home Economics
- MAPE
- Social Studies
Special Courses:
- Diploma in Teaching Assistantship (Two-year curse)
- Diploma in Special Education (One-year course)
- Certificate of Proficiency in Professional Education (1 semester)
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Vision. We want USJ-R to be a leading Augustinian Recollect Educational Institution committed to Quality Christian Community-Oriented Education in the Philippines.
Mission. To provide Catholic Education for the holistic formation of students prepared to meet the needs and challenges of the local and global community.
