Questions and Answers
What year was the BS Nursing and Midwifery program opened at Misamis University?
Who was the first president of Misamis University?
In which year did Misamis College first gain government recognition for its courses?
Which significant facility was constructed in 1989 at Misamis University?
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What was the educational focus of the Misamis University Medical Center?
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What change occurred to Misamis Academy in 1967?
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What year was the Misamis Institute renamed Misamis Colleges?
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Which of the following programs was NOT offered at Misamis University by the end of the 1990s?
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Study Notes
Humble Beginnings
- Founded in June 1929 by Dr. Hilarion T. Feliciano and Dona Maria Mercado Feliciano as Kolambugan Academy, the first private high school in Lanao del Norte.
- In 1931, the school site moved to Misamis (now Ozamiz City) to reach a larger population and was renamed Misamis Institute.
1940 – 1969
- 1946: School reopened after World War II; received government recognition for Elementary and Secondary courses.
- 1955: Renamed Misamis Colleges, marking a significant rebranding in its educational mission.
- 1967: Dr. Hilarion T. Feliciano acquired Mindanao Academy in Oroquieta City, integrating it as an extension of Misamis Colleges, which later became Misamis University, Oroquieta unit in 1982.
1970 – 1989
- 1975: Introduction of the BS Nursing and Midwifery programs, expanding healthcare education offerings.
- 1977: Attained university status, with Dr. Jaime M. Feliciano inaugurated as the first President.
- 1979: Gained government recognition for BS Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Nursing programs.
- 1984: Dr. Nestor Feliciano became the second President of the university.
- 1989: Construction of the Instructional Media Center (IMC) enhanced educational resources.
1990 – 1999
- 1993-1994: Expanded course offerings to include Master of Arts in Nursing, BS Marine Transportation, BS Marine Engineering, BS Computer Engineering, and BS Computer Science.
- 1995: Introduced Master in Nursing; BS Physical Therapy and BS Medical Technology received government recognition.
- Development of Misamis University Medical Center (MUMC) provided practical training for students in Nursing, Midwifery, Medical Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Occupational Therapy.
- 1999: College of Maritime Education certified by Det Norske Veritas (DNV) for compliance with International Standards for Maritime Education.
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Description
This quiz explores the historical highlights of the university, particularly its beginnings and development related to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. From its founding in 1929 by Dr. Hilarion T. Feliciano and his wife to its evolution, learn about the significant milestones that shaped the institution's journey.
