Proud to be a Paladin: 22 Years of School Pride and School Spirit

by Tram Panaligan

Over the past 22 years, Southville International School Affiliated with Foreign Universities (SISFU) has molded, created, and developed young minds to become future leaders and movers of society. SISFU, true to its mission and vision, continues to shape and innovate the wide landscape of learning that encourages and fosters the school spirit of a tight-knit community. How well do you know SISFU? Here are four fun facts that you may or may not have known about the rich and illustrious background of SISFU.

1. SISFU is the Country’s Premier and Pioneer Transnational Tertiary Education Provider.

Founded by Roger and Helen Bartholomew in 1997 along with the founder of Southville, Dr Genevive L. Tan, they created Southville International School Affiliated with Foreign Universities (SISFU), the first international university in the country. In May 1998, SISFU was graced by distinguished dignitaries and a large number of people from the press (Southville International School affiliated with Foreign Universities, 2017). With the vision to become the leading transnational university, SISFU aims to develop global leaders and professionals. Wherein its graduates are sought after by top national and international organisations (Southville International School affiliated with Foreign Universities, 2017).

2. SISFU has partnered with 11 prestigious institutions in countries such as the United States of America, United Kingdom, and Australia. Here is a list of the partner universities, past and present, of SISFU:


School of Business and Management
1. De Montfort University of Leicester, UK
2. University of Sunderland in Sunderland, UK
3. University of Chester in Chester, UK
School of Computing
1. Arden University in Coventry, UK
School of Hospitality Management
1. ICHM in Adelaide, Australia
2. IHMES International Hotel School in Isle of Man, UK
Online Blended Learning
1. Pearson in London, UK
Graduate School
1. Pearson in London, UK
2. Preston University in California, USA
3. Buckinghamshire New University in Wycombe, UK
Other Foreign Affiliations
1. Arkansas State University in Arkansas, USA
2. William Angliss Institute in Melbourne, Australia
3. Popular celebrities from the showbiz industry who studied in SISFU are as follows:


College
1. Liza Soberano, under the School of Business and Computing
2. Enrique Gil, under the School of Business and Computing
3. Joaquin Domagoso, under the School of Business and Management
Online Blended Learning
1. Janine Teñoso, under the OBL-HND programme
2. Khalil Ramos, under the OBL-HND programme
3. Gabbi Garcia, under the OBL-HND programme
4. Joshua Garcia, under the OBL-HND programme
Senior High School Programme
1. Gian Wang, under the SHS Programme (GAS Strand)
2. Dalia Varde, under the SHS Programme (ABM Strand)
4. Faculty and Staff you didn’t know are actually SISFU Alumni. Here are as follows:


Bachelor's Degree
1. Ms. Kimberley L. Pedge, University of Sunderland, Sunderland, UK
2. Mr. Daniel William Steel, De Montfort University , Leicester, UK (finished First Class Honours)
MBA
1. Ms. Rose Caoile, Preston University, California, USA
2. Ms. Anabelle S. Lesaca, Preston University, California, USA
3. Atty. Fiel Aldous Evidente, Preston University, California, USA (finished with Highest Distinction)
4. Ms. Ma. Cristina Aguilar-Borja, (with specialisation in Human Resource), Preston University, California, USA
5. Mr. Daniel William Steel, Pearson, UK (Level 7 Extended Diploma in Management and Leadership) Buckinghamshire New University, Wycombe, UK (Top-up International MBA Degree)

There is more to love in SISFU. Apart from its friendly environment, world class facilities, distinguished lecturers, and its prestigious qualifications, it has created a rich history and a remarkable international presence throughout the course of its existence. Truly, there is a lot to be proud of as a SISFU Paladin.

Reference: Southville International School Affiliated with Foreign Universities (2017) History [Online]. Available at: http://www.sisfu.edu.ph/sisfu-history (Accessed: 18 November 2020)

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