THE HISTORY OF MISAMIS UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

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1. BRIEF HISTORY OF MISAMIS UNIVERSITY
In June 1929, Dr. Hilarion T. Feliciano and his wife, Doña Maria Mercado Feliciano, founded
the Kolambugan Academy in Kolambugan, Lanao Del Norte as the first private high school in this
part of the country. Two years later, the school site was transferred to Misamis (now Ozamiz City) so
that the school could serve a bigger segment of the population. The school was renamed Misamis
Institute.
The Second World War halted the operations of the school. It reopened in 1946 and in the
same year, government recognition was obtained for the complete offerings of Elementary and
Secondary courses. The founders launched an expansion program: Education, Commerce, Liberal
Arts, and Law were offered and gained full government recognition in 1953. In 1955, the school with
its strong academic programs was renamed Misamis Colleges. In 1967, guided by his mission to
provide quality education to the peoples in Misamis Occidental, Dr Hilarion T. Feliciano acquired
Mindanao Academy in Oroquieta City and administered the school as an extension of Misamis
Colleges. [In 1982, the school was renamed Misamis University, Oroquieta Unit].
Misamis Colleges expanded its program offerings. In June 1974, the BS Social Work was
offered and the first graduate course leading to Master of Arts in Education and BS Civil Engineering
gained recognition. In 1975, the BS Nursing & Midwifery was opened.
The year 1977 was very significant as the institution was granted the university status. Dr.
Jaime M. Feliciano was installed the First President of Misamis University. In 1979, the B.S. in
Mechanical, Electrical Engineering and Nursing gained government recognition. The Bachelor in
Agricultural Technology was granted government permit. Recognition was obtained for B.S. in
Criminology and Secretarial Administration in 1980 and 1981, respectively.
On March 30, 1984, Dr. Nestor M. Feliciano took the helm of the University and was installed
the Second President of the University.
His vision took the university to newer heights. During his term, more programs were opened.
The graduate degrees of Doctor in Education, Master in Public Administration and the undergraduate
course in B.S. Community Development received recognition in 1984. The Master in Business
Administration program was recognized in 1985 and a year thereafter, BS Agricultural Education,
Psychology, Biology, Zoology, Forestry, Doctor in Dental Medicine and Associate in Criminology
were granted government permits. The Computer Technology course was recognized in 1988 and the
BS in Accountancy in 1992.
To meet the changing demands, the University offered the following courses in School Year
1993-1994: Master of Arts in Nursing, Certificate in Marine Transportation, Certificate in Marine
Engineering, BS in Marine Transportation, BS in Marine Engineering, BS in Computer Engineering,
BS in Occupational Therapy and BS Computer Science. In that same year, two new majors were
added: the English Language Teaching and Mathematics Education for the College of Arts and
Sciences and Education.

2. In 1995 the Master in Nursing was offered and in that same year, the Forest Ranger Certificate,
BS in Physical Therapy and BS in Medical Technology were granted Government Recognition. To
complement the paramedical courses offered by the institution, the university built a modern state-of-
the- art tertiary hospital, the Misamis University Medical Center (MUMC) in 1995. The Medical
Center provides an excellent training for the students in Nursing, Midwifery, Medical Technology,
Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy while also providing quality health services in the
community.
In 1996, the University took a bold leap by connecting to the Information Superhighway. The
INTERNET was installed through the facilities of FAPENET, the first in Northwestern Mindanao.
In 1998, the President pushed to establish the Quality Standard System (QSS) of DET NORSKE
VERITAS for maritime education using the standard of ISO 9001:1994 to raise the standard of
training and competence of the students to a level acceptable in the global maritime industry. A year
later, the College of Maritime Education was certified by DNV as having complied with the
International Standard for Maritime Education.
The institution continuously responded to the challenges of quality education in various fields
of specialization. A one-year Seafarer Course with specialization in Deck Rating was opened in June
1999. To widen the program for computer technology, the BS in Information Technology was opened
in June 2001. A year thereafter, the CISCO Networking Academy Program (CNAP) opened and a
six-month Care Giver course was offered.
In October 27, 2003, by virtue of Resolution No. 393-2003, Misamis University was granted
DEREGULATED STATUS per CHED MEMO 21, S. 2004. The technical vocational curricula were
restructured in compliance with the requirements of the Unified TVET program Registration and
Accreditation System (UTPRAS) of TESDA. In 2004, the two-year courses such in Automotive
Service Technician, Building Wiring Technician, Electronics Technician (machinist), Refrigeration
and Air-conditioning and the one-year Nursing Assistant course were given UTPRAS registration
certificates.
Aggressive infrastructure projects have defined the years 2000 to 2005. It saw the rise of the
H.T. Feliciano building which houses the Colleges of Computer Studies and Criminology; the Natural
Science building, which houses the chemistry, biology, zoology, anatomy, microbiology laboratories;
the Complex Building which houses the function hall, chapel, canteen and faculty lounge.
In April 28, 2005, Misamis University was certified by DET NORSKE VERITAS (DNV),
(Management System Certificate No. 2373-2005-AQ-SIN-RVA) The Netherlands, through its DNV
Regional Office in Singapore as having conformed to the Quality Management System set forth in
ISO: 9001:2000 standard in full scope.
In 2006, Dr. Karen Belina F. de Leon became the Third President of Misamis University.
With the new president at the helm of the university, more developments were being undertaken in
infrastructure, in academic pursuits and in maintaining the quality management system.
In June 2007, the University inaugurated a three-storey building that houses the library in the second
and third floors. The ground floor houses the various offices of the Department of Student Affairs,

3. Guidance and Testing Center, Office of the Scholarship Coordinator and students’ lounge.
Simultaneously, the Maritime Mock Ship, which houses the state-of the art, simulation laboratories
and a mid-size Olympic swimming pool were also completed. In the same year, the university
offered Hotel and Restaurant Management and vocational courses such as Care Giving (NC Level
II), Health Care Services for Nursing, Animation NC III, PC Operation NC II Programming NC IV
and Computer Hardware Servicing NC II for BSIT and BSCS curricula; Security Services NC II and
Security Services NC I for Criminology; and Deck Seafaring NC II for the Maritime Education.
In June 2008, the MU Covered Court, with a seating capacity of 3,000 students was
constructed. Simultaneously, the university’s Information Systems were upgraded to enhance the MU
community’s research capability and cater to the fast changing demand for better electronic data
collection and management. Since then, it has continuously developed information systems that are
cost-effective reliable and specifically designed to suit the needs of the university such as: Enrolment,
Subject Assessment, Employee Profiling, Payroll, Inventory, Priority Numbering, E-Guidance, E-
Grade and E-Grade Monitoring, Requirement Checklist Monitoring, Library Log, Tabulation and
websites development. The English Department in partnership with the USAID has established the
Job Enabling English Proficiency [JEEP] Program to further enhance the MU Community’s speaking,
listening and decision making skills. The J.E.E.P Start and Accelerate facilities are considered
“benchmark laboratories” in the institution.
In May 2009, the President set forth her vision that the university must be compliant with the
latest QMS Standards of ISO. A year later, in July 14, 2010, the university was certified to ISO
9001:2008 Standard. In the same month, the MU Manor, a teaching hotel was opened for the BSHRM
students and to the public. Barely two months after, the Misamis University Medical Center [MUMC],
was awarded by PhilHealth as the Center of Quality in Health Care Services.
Within the year, more expansions were undertaken. The Computer Engineering Laboratory
was upgraded with 30 unit fully air-conditioned computer laboratory. A brand-new Universal Testing
Machine (UTM) was acquired for the Civil Engineering Program. A covered walk leading to the
Engineering Laboratory was provided. The Maritime College has installed the latest version of its
GMDSS equipment and a synchronouscope for the Marine Engineering Laboratory.
In June 2011, a three (3) storey building was completed to accommodate the technology
laboratory advancement in the College of Computer Studies as well as provision of new offices and
additional classrooms to the Colleges of Criminology, Education and the Graduate School.
Simultaneously, the Natural Sciences, Crime, Medical Technology, Dentistry, Arts and Sciences,
Computer Studies and Engineering laboratories were upgraded. The College of Maritime Education
has also upgraded its laboratories in accordance with STCW 2010 as amended. The Full Mission
Engine Room Simulator (FMERS) is a cutting edge, turnkey solution suitable for training cadets and
Marine Engineers at Watch keeping, Operational and Management levels. A computerized new Main
Entrance Gate was fully operational in February 2011.
Alongside with these developments, the University also upgraded its research and community
extension services, in cooperation with local government units, the provincial government of Misamis
Occidental, NGOs and some foreign countries as partners of development, especially in the
environmental and ecological management concerns.

4. Under the leadership of Dr. Karen Belina F. De Leon, Misamis University has undergone its
most extensive academic and infrastructure transformation in its pursuit towards academic excellence
and relevance. It has voluntarily submitted herself to undergo a 5-day rigorous Institutional
Sustainability Assessment or ISA by CHED, Awarded as Centers of Development for Teacher
Education, Criminology and Information Technology programs, these, on top of our already 22
accredited programs.
Furthermore, more programs were added: Doctor in Management, Master in Business
Administration - Major in Hospital & Healthcare Administration, BS in Hotel & Restaurant
Management, BS in Accounting Technology, Bachelor of Elementary Education Major in Early
Childhood Education, Senior High School Program, BS in Midwifery and BS in Radiologic
Technology.
On April 28, 2017, the university was certified to a new quality management standard-ISO
9001:2015 - Risk Management which is focused on the process of identifying, assessing and controlling
threats including financial uncertainties, legal liabilities, technology issues, strategic management
errors, accidents and natural disasters
To complement the instruction, many infrastructures were added to the MU landscape such
as the new classrooms for the College of Law and Graduate School located on the fourth floor of the
University Library formerly the University Auditorium, the covered walks and the multi-million 4
storey Basic Education Building, the air-conditioning of our Junior High School classrooms, major
renovations of Maria Mercado Hall, additional floor and classrooms for Dentistry [3rd floor above
the Function Hall], additional classrooms for Computer Science at the H.T.F Building, 2 storey
building in Oroquieta campus and the continuous upgrading of laboratories in all programs. As a
result, CHED granted the university RENEWED AUTONOMOUS STATUS valid from June 1,
2021 until March 31, 2023.

5. Brief History of Misamis University
1929 – Founded by Dr. Hilarion T. Feliciano and Doña Maria Mercado Feliciano as Kolambugan
Academy in Lanao del Norte, the first private high school in the area.
1931 – Moved to Misamis (now Ozamiz City) and renamed Misamis Institute.
World War II – School operations halted; reopened in 1946 with Elementary and Secondary
programs recognized by the government.
1953–1955 – Added Education, Commerce, Liberal Arts, and Law; renamed Misamis Colleges.
1967 – Acquired Mindanao Academy in Oroquieta City (later Misamis University, Oroquieta
Unit).
Expansion of Programs
1974–1975 – Offered BS Social Work, Civil & Mechanical Engineering, Nursing, and Midwifery.
1977 – Granted University status; Dr. Jaime M. Feliciano became 1st President.
1980–1981 – Recognition for BS Criminology and Secretarial Administration.
1984–1992 – Under 2nd President Dr. Nestor M. Feliciano: opened Doctor in Education, Master
in Public Administration, BS Community Development, BS Psychology, Biology, Forestry,
Dental Medicine, Accountancy, and Computer Technology.
1993–1995 – Added Marine programs, Computer Engineering, Occupational Therapy, BS
Physical Therapy, Medical Technology; built Misamis University Medical Center (MUMC).
Technological & Quality Advances
1996–1999 – Installed INTERNET (first in Northwestern Mindanao); Maritime Education
certified to ISO 9001 standards by DNV.
2001–2003 – Opened BS Information Technology, CISCO Networking Academy, Caregiver
course; granted Deregulated Status by CHED.
2000–2005 – Major infrastructure: H.T. Feliciano Building (Colleges of Computer Studies &
Criminology), Natural Science Building, Complex Building; ISO 9001:2000 certification in 2005.
Modern Developments
2006 – Dr. Karen Belina F. de Leon became 3rd President; initiated major infrastructure and
academic upgrades.

6. 2007–2011 – Built new Library Building, Maritime Mock Ship, Olympic-size pool, MU Covered
Court; upgraded IT systems, laboratories, and research facilities.
2010 – Achieved ISO 9001:2008 certification; opened MU Manor (teaching hotel); MUMC
awarded PhilHealth “Center of Quality.”
2011 onwards – Upgraded classrooms, laboratories, and research collaborations; CHED
recognized programs as Centers of Development for Teacher Education, Criminology, and IT.
Recent Milestones
2017 – Certified to ISO 9001:2015 (Risk Management Standard).
2017–2023 – Added programs such as Doctor in Management, BS Accounting Technology, Early
Childhood Education, BS Radiologic Technology, BS Midwifery, and Senior High School tracks.
Built new Law and Graduate School classrooms, Basic Education Building, covered walks, and
upgraded facilities across all programs.
2021 – CHED granted Renewed Autonomous Status (valid until March 31, 2023).