FEU Alabang is a private, non-sectarian trimestral, coeducational higher education institution located in Alabang, Muntinlupa, Philippines.[1] Founded on July 21, 2016 as the sixth campus of the Far Eastern University, it offers Senior High School, Engineering, Computer Studies, Accountancy and Business programs.
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Motto | Charging South, Lead the Charge |
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Type | Private Trimestral Coeducational higher education institution |
Established | 2018 |
President | Juan Miguel R. Montinola |
Senior Executive Director | Benson T. Tan |
Location | Wood District, Filinvest City, Alabang Muntinlupa City , , Philippines 14°24′39″N 121°02′14″E / 14.4107°N 121.0372°E |
Campus | Urban 1.8 ha (18,000 m2) |
Hymn | The FEU Hymn by Nick Joaquin |
Colors | Green ![]() |
Nickname | Tamaraws of the South |
Sporting affiliations | UAAP |
Mascot | Tamaraw |
Website | feualabang |
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FEU Alabang is an annex campus of the FEU Institute of Technology, headed by Dr. Benson T. Tan as Senior Executive Director. The deans, professors, faculties, and grading system of the university are all managed by FEU Tech.
Like its sister schools, FEU Tech and FEU Diliman, the college runs on a trimester academic system. An academic year starts in the second week of August and ends every June.
History
editFEU Alabang primarily caters to students in the Southern Metro Manila area. Established in 2018, the school offers various degree programs including science, engineering, technology, and accountancy.
In 2018, the 1.8 ha (4.4-acre) campus welcomed almost 2,000 students to the 14-storey academic building. The campus also features a 200-seater chapel and gymnasium.[2]
In March 2020, FEU Alabang opened its gymnasium for the front line health care workers of the Research Institute for Tropical Medicine (RITM) and to help fight the COVID-19 that is rampaging across the country. The campus, being 300 meters away from RITM, allotted 50 beds and a 12-seater lounge as well as a shower, toilet and locker facilities.
Academics
editSenior High School
edit- Academic Track[3]
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)
- Specializations
- Science: Health Allied
- Technology: Information Technology, Computer Science
- Engineering: Civil, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Computer
- Specializations
- HUMSS (Humanities and Social Sciences)
- ABM (Accountancy, Business and Management)
- GAS (General Academic Strand)
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)
College of Accounts and Business
edit- Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
- Bachelor of Science in Business administration
- major in Financial management and Business analytics
- major in Marketing management and Multimedia Design
- major in Operations and Service Management
College of Computer Studies and Multimedia Arts
editSource:[4]
- Bachelor of Science in Computer science
- Specialization in Software Engineering
- Specialization in Artificial Intelligence
- Specialization in Data science
- Bachelor of Science in Multimedia Arts
- Specialization in Animation and Digital Film
- Bachelor of Science in Information technology
- Specialization in Animation and Game Development
- Specialization in Web and Mobile Applications
- Specialization in Business analytics
- Specialization in Innovation and Business
- Specialization in Cybersecurity
College of Engineering
editSource:[4]
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Computer engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Campus
editFEU Alabang's campus is designed by Arch. Carmelo Casas of Casas + Architects.[5] He prioritized sustainability for the structure, using the sun's orientation and prevailing wind direction for light conservation and proper ventilation to students and faculties. The main academic building can accommodate up to 18,000 students.[2]
In February 2020, the Our Lady of Lourdes Chapel was inaugurated. It was headed by FEU President Dr. Michael Alba, FEU Chair Emeritus Dr. Lourdes Reyes Montinola, FEU Chief Finance Officer Johnny Montinola, and Dr. Tan.[6] In September, following its inauguration, Casas + Architects received 5 stars for Public Architecture from the Red Carpet Asia Pacific Property for their work on the chapel.[7]
Student Leadership
editThe FEU Alabang Student Coordinating Council (FEUASCC) is the supreme student organization representing the interests and needs of the student body at FEU Alabang. The organization's power and authority are derived directly from the students, making it the unified, autonomous, and democratic voice of the student community. [8]
The council's primary mission is to protect and uphold the rights of the students, as outlined in the Magna Carta of Students and the Law of the Land. It maintains an independent stance, ensuring its focus remains solely on the concerns and welfare of the student body.[9]
The SCC values academic freedom and justice-based peace, working collaboratively with other sectors of the FEU Alabang community to promote these essential values. It recognizes the crucial role of the youth in nation-building and is committed to supporting their physical, intellectual, socio-cultural, and spiritual development.[10]
The council encourages student organizations to prioritize student welfare and rejects any forms of violence, policy, or activities that violate college regulations or the Law of the Land. Its commitment to honesty and integrity drives the council to maintain transparency in all transactions involving the interests of its members. [11]
Recognized Student Organizations
edit- ACES - Association of Civil Engineering Student - FEU Alabang Chapter
- ACM - Association for Computing Machinery - FEU Alabang Chapter
- APT - APEX Tamaraws
- RCYC - Red Cross Youth Philippines - FEU Alabang
- BSME FAMES
- FEUTURE Arts
- ICpEP - Institute of Computer Engineers of the Philippines - FEU Alabang Chapter
- TAMBayan TV
- The Visionary (Media Coalition)
- IECEP - Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines
- Tertiary Honor Society
- JPCS - Junior Philippine Computer Society
- JPIA - Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants
- JUBEX - Junior Business Executives
- RAC - Recreational Athletics Club - FEU Alabang
- FSOC - Freshman Society
- GDSC - Google Developer Student Clubs - FEU Alabang
References
edit- ^ Inquirer, Philippine Daily (2017-06-03). "Sixth FEU campus takes form". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved 2020-07-23.
- ^ a b "FEU Alabang". feualabang.edu.ph. Retrieved 2020-07-23.
- ^ "Senior High School Tracks". FEU Alabang.
- ^ a b "FEU Alabang Academics". FEU Alabang.
- ^ "Sustainable university to rise in the South". June 28, 2016. Retrieved 2020-11-13 – via PressReader.
- ^ "FEU Alabang". feualabang.edu.ph. Retrieved 2020-11-13.
- ^ "FEU Alabang Chapel earns 5-star award • Far Eastern University". Far Eastern University. 2020-09-25. Retrieved 2020-11-13.
- ^ https://sites.google.com/feualabang.edu.ph/feuascc/about?authuser=0 [bare URL]
- ^ https://sites.google.com/feualabang.edu.ph/feuascc/about?authuser=0 [bare URL]
- ^ https://sites.google.com/feualabang.edu.ph/feuascc/about?authuser=0 [bare URL]
- ^ tinyurl.com/FEUA-SCC