What Is a Break-Even Analysis?

By: Tim Berry 

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The break-even analysis lets you determine what you need to sell, monthly or
annually, to cover your costs of doing business—your break-even point.

See Also: Break-Even Calculator

 Illustration 1 shows the break-even analysis table:

Illustration 1: Break-even analysis

The break-even analysis table calculates a break-even point based on fixed costs,
variable costs per unit of sales, and revenue per unit of sales.

See Also: The Key Elements of the Financial Plan

Understanding break-even analysis

The break-even analysis is not our favorite analysis because:

 It is frequently mistaken for the payback period, the time it takes to recover an
investment. There are variations on break even that make some people think we have it
wrong. The one we do use is the most common, the most universally accepted, but not
the only one possible.

 It depends on the concept of fixed costs, a hard idea to swallow. Technically, a break-
even analysis defines fixed costs as those costs that would continue even if you went
broke. Instead, you may want to use your regular running fixed costs, including payroll
and normal expenses. This will give you a better insight on financial realities. We call
that “burn rate” these post-Internet days.

 It depends on averaging your per-unit variable cost and per-unit revenue over the whole
business.
Over the past few years, the break-even analysis has fallen out of favor with financial
analysts. It is okay when done right, can be useful, but not for all businesses and not
for all situations. And, to add to the confusion, the term “break-even” is often used to
refer to “payback” or “payback period.”  And there are several ways to do the
analysis. But what is shown here is the most common.

See Also: Cash Flow 101: Building a Cash Flow Statement

Three assumptions of the break-even analysis

The break-even analysis depends on three key assumptions:

1. Average per-unit sales price (per-unit revenue):

This is the price that you receive per unit of sales. Take into account sales discounts
and special offers. Get this number from your sales forecast.

For non-unit based businesses, make the per-unit revenue one dollar and enter your
costs as a percent of a dollar. The most common questions about this input relate to
averaging many different products into a single estimate.

The analysis requires a single number, and if you build your sales forecast first, then
you will have this number. You are not alone in this, the vast majority of businesses
sell more than one item, and have to average for their break-even analysis.

2. Average per-unit cost:

This is the incremental cost, or variable cost, of each unit of sales. If you buy goods
for resale, this is what you paid, on average, for the goods you sell. If you sell a
service, this is what it costs you, per dollar of revenue or unit of service delivered, to
deliver that service.
If you are using a units-based sales forecast table (for manufacturing and mixed
business types), you can project unit costs from the sales forecast table. If you are
using the basic sales forecast table for retail, service and distribution businesses, use a
percentage estimate, e.g., a retail store running a 50 percent margin would have a per-
unit cost of .5, and a per-unit revenue of 1.

3. Monthly fixed costs:

Technically, a break-even analysis defines fixed costs as costs that would continue
even if you went broke. Instead, we recommend that you use your regular running
fixed costs, including payroll and normal expenses (total monthly operating
expenses). This will give you a better insight on financial realities.

If averaging and estimating is difficult, use your profit and loss table to calculate a
working fixed cost estimate—it will be a rough estimate, but it will provide a useful
input for a conservative break-even analysis.

See Also: Know Your Industry Before You Start Your Business

Illustration 2 shows a break-even chart. As sales increase, the profit line passes
through the zero or break-even line at the break-even point.

Illustration 2: Break-even chart

The illustration shows that the company needs to sell approximately 1,222 units in
order to cross the break-even line. This is a classic business chart that helps you
consider your bottom-line financial realities. Can you sell enough to make your break-
even volume?

The break-even analysis depends on assumptions made for average per-unit revenue,
average per-unit cost, and fixed costs. These are rarely exact. We recommend that you
do the break-even table twice; first, with educated guesses for assumptions, as part of
the initial assessment, and later on, using your detailed sales forecast and profit and
loss numbers. Both are valid uses.

Do you have any questions about running a break-even analysis?

What is a Break-Even Analysis?

A break-even analysis is the sales level that is required for your
business to operate without incurring a financial loss. It is important to
determine this point, as the viability of your business is reliant on
staying above this number.
 A break-
even analysis is used to determine the point at which your business can operate without
incurring a loss.

A Sample Break-Even Analysis

Let’s take a look at Sam’s Beach Umbrella Store, a retail hut that sells
beach umbrellas. Sam buys his umbrellas from the manufacturer for
$10 and sells them for $20, making a gross profit of $10 on each
umbrella.

Gross Profit Formula

Sales Price / Cost of Goods Sold = Gross Profit

$20 / $10 = $10 per umbrella

Gross profit is the profit he makes after subtracting the costs of the
item that he is selling, excluding general expenses of running the
business. So, in Sam’s case, the direct cost is the $10 he pays per
umbrella to the manufacturer. The indirect costs or overhead costs
would be the costs of running the store. So, his direct cost of buying
the umbrella will fluctuate based on how many umbrellas he sells,
whereas his indirect costs will remain fixed. The costs of buying
umbrellas are variable costs.

Sam is the only employee and pays himself no salary. Sam figures he
doesn’t need to advertise because his retail hut is located across the
street from a busy beach. Sam’s only expense is his rent of $2,000
per month, which also includes the electricity to power the one light
bulb in his hut. Sam only takes cash for sales.

Related: Using Income Statements, Balance Sheets, Cash Flows,

and Pro Formas to Drive Profitability

Sam determines his break-even cost by starting with his fixed cost of
$2,000 per month. Then he divides that by the gross profit of $10 that
he makes on the sale of each umbrella. So, his break-even in terms of
unit sales is $2,000 divided by $10, or 200 umbrellas per month.

Break-Even Formula

Fixed Cost / Gross Profit per Unit = Break-Even in Units

$2,000 / $10 = 200 Units (Umbrellas)

Since break-even is often thought of in terms of units of items sold, his

sales break-even would be 200 umbrellas. He could also think of his
break-even in terms of total sales: 200 umbrellas multiplied by $20,
which would be $4,000.

Break-Even Formula in Sales $

(Fixed Cost / Gross Profit per Unit) x Sales Price per Unit =
Break Even Sales $
($2,000 / $10) x ($20) = $4,000
If Sam’s sales are fewer than 200 umbrellas (or $4,000) per month, he
is losing money—he would lose $10 for every umbrella sold. But, if his
sales are greater than $4,000 per month, he is making a profit—$10
for every 200+ umbrellas that he sells each month.

A Break-Even Analysis Is A Reality Check for

Your Business
A break-even analysis helps you determine whether your overhead is
realistic or needs to be reduced. Maybe for Sam’s Beach Umbrella
Store it is impossible to sell more than 190 umbrellas in a month. If
that is the case, then the fixed cost of $2,000 per month is too high for
his business model and Sam needs to make some changes—
negotiate a lower rent, add an additional product line, or move to a
new beach!

What does cash

flow have to do with a break-even analysis?

Cash Flow Versus Break-Even

Note that this break-even analysis has nothing to do with cash flow.
Let’s say Sam buys 300 umbrellas every single month, generating
$6,000 in sales (300 x $20), $3,000 in gross profit (300 x $10), and
$1,000 in pretax profit ($3,000 – $2,000 fixed costs). However, one
month the manufacturer offers Sam a deal: if he buys 2,000 umbrellas
at once, he will get a special price of $9 each. The manufacturer will
also give Sam 60 days to pay the bill.

To Sam, being a simple guy, this sounds like a great idea. By buying
umbrellas at just $9 each his gross profit on each umbrella jumps 10
percent to $11 ($20 minus $9 cost). Furthermore, his break-even is
reduced in unit terms to (2,000/11, or 182). Sam is excited and can’t
wait for his higher level of profits to roll in!

Related: How to Create a Pro Forma Cash Flow for Your Small

Business

For the next couple of months, Sam continues to sell 300 umbrellas
per month. He feels great about his lower costs, and that he is making
a much higher profit. With his sales of $6,000 (300 x $20), his gross
profit is now $3,300 (300 x $11), and his net profit is $1,300 ($3,300
less $2,000 fixed costs). So, while his gross profit on each sale has
increased 10 percent, his net income each month after fixed expenses
has surged 30 percent!

However, in 60 days, Sam has a problem. The bill for the 2,000
umbrellas is due and he doesn’t have enough money to pay for it. He
still has lots of extra umbrellas, but it will be many months until his
business sells them to satisfy demand.

Unless Sam can quickly sell the umbrellas, or get a loan, or dip into
his savings, he will have to default on the payment for the large
umbrella order.

This example is a lesson in the importance of projecting your cash

flow needs as well!
MMA Entrance Exam 2020 Schedule, Venues and
Requirements
January 21, 2020 by Draven Cueva
Looking for a course in college where you are assured of 100% employment
right after graduation? Why don’t you join the Philippine Merchant Marine
Academy (PMMA) this 2020? Aside from the employment opportunities right
after college, you will be provided board and lodging, free tuition fees and an
assured training onboard international vessels. Interested? Please read on and
know the requirements, entrance exam schedule, and application procedure to
the most prestigious maritime institution in the country today.

About the PMMA

The Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) is the premier state-
sponsored maritime school in the Philippines. Being a state institution, it is
supported by government funds with the help of several companies from the
shipping industry. It offers two (2) major programs, namely: Bachelor of
Science in Marine Transportation (BSMT) and Bachelor of Science in
Marine Engineering (BSMarE), as well as short-term training and re-training
of marine officers and ratings seamen. Located at a former American radar base
in San Narciso, Zambales, the PMMA is the breeding ground of the finest Filipino
merchant marine officers preferred by the major shipping companies
worldwide. Moreover, graduates of PMMA are also eligible to join the Philippine
Navy or the Philippine Coast Guard as commissioned officers.

PMMAEE Schedule and Venues

The PMMA Entrance exam is conducted by the Admissions Office on the last
Saturday of September every year. This year, the tentative exam date is
on September 26, 2020. The said examination will be administered at
selected testing centers nationwide. Please refer to the table below for the
complete list of exam venues.
 CODE  TESTING CENTER ADDRESS

 01  PMMA, ZAMBALES  Philippine Merchant Marine Academy, San Narciso, Zambales

 02  AGUSAN  Agusan Sur National High School, Agusan Del Sur

 03  ALBAY  Tabaco National High School, Tabaco City

 04  BATANGAS  Batangas National High School, Batangas City

 05  BENGUET  Baguio City National High School, Benguet

 06  BOHOL  Dr. Cecilio Putong National HS, Tagbilaran City

 07  BULACAN  Marcelo H. Del Pilar National HS, Malolos City

 08  CAGAYAN  Cagayan National High School, Tuguegarao

 09  CAMARINES NORTE  Camarines Norte State College, Daet

 10  CAMARINES SUR  Camarines Sur National School, Naga City

 11  CAVITE  Bacoor National High School-Tabing Dagat

 12  CEBU  Abellana National School, Cebu City

 13  DAVAO  Sta Ana National High School-Guerrero Campus, Davao City

 14  IFUGAO  Ifugao State University, Nayon, Lamut

 15  ILIGAN CITY  Iligan City National High School, Iligan City

 16  ILOCOS NORTE  Ilocos Norte National High School, Laoag City

 17  ILOILO CITY  Iloilo National High School, La Paz, Iloilo City

 18  ISABELA  Rizal National High School, Santiago City

 19  LAGUNA  Pacita Complex National High School, San Pedro

 20  LA UNION  La Union National High School, San Fernando

 21  MISAMIS ORIENTAL  Misamis Oriental Gen. Comp. H.S., Cagayan de Oro

 22  MT. PROVINCE  Mt. Province Gen. Comp. H.S., Bontoc

 23  NCR-FAIRVIEW  Batasan Hills National High School

 24  NCR-MAKATI  Benigno Ninoy S. Aquino High School, Makati City

 25  NUEVA VIZCAYA  Solano National High School, Solano

 26  PAMPANGA  Pampanga High School, San Fernando

 27  PANGASINAN  Dagupan City National High School, Pangasinan

 28  QUEZON PROVINCE  Quezon National High School, Lucena City

 29  ROXAS CITY  Capiz National High School, Capiz

 30  SOUTH COTABATO  Gen. Santos City High School-Main, Rizal St., Calumpang

 31  SOUTHERN LEYTE  Sogod National High School

 32  TARLAC  Tarlac National High School, Tarlac

PMMA Requirements and Qualifications

To be able to take the entrance examination and eventually join the PMMA as a
cadet, an applicant must possess the following requirements and qualifications:

The applicant must be a natural-born Filipino citizen;


At least 17 years old and not a day older than 23 years old upon

enrollment on August 01 of the school year in which he/she seeks
admission to the Academy;
 Must be physically and mentally fit;
 He or she must be single and never been married and no child to support;
 Not accused or convicted of any crime against the law and the state;
 At least high school graduate (K to 12, any Strand);*
 At least 160 centimeters (5’3″) for male and 155 centimeters (5’1″) for
female;
 BMI of less than 25;
 At least of good academic performance;
 Has not been enrolled in PMMA.
* An applicant must be a Senior High School Graduate (any Strand) or a High
School graduate (prior to the implementation of K-12) with a College
background before admission to PMMA in August 2021. Hence, High School
graduates with Vocational and/or TESDA courses shall be disqualified.

Disqualifications
Any false declaration on the application form shall be subject to
disqualification regardless if he or she passes the examination. Likewise, any
applicant who possesses the medical and dental conditions enumerated below
are also disqualified:

 Any visual impairment like color blindness, near/far-sightedness, and

other visual conditions;
 Physical deformities like bow-leggedness and other birth defects;
 Other medical conditions like perforated eardrum, chronic sinusitis,
bleeding tendencies, hemorrhoids, hernia (if not treated), varicocele,
extensive skin disorders, and the likes;
 With a history of heart disease hypertension, asthma, active PTB, kidney
and liver diseases, epileptic seizure disorders, major operations,
communicable diseases (such as AIDS, Hepatitis, VD, etc.);
 Full dentures, upper and lower;
 Cleft lip and palate, Malocclusion, Deformities of the face, Open bite,
Tongue-tied;
 Missing of four anterior or front teeth or missing of four posterior/molar
teeth;
 Tattoos and other brotherhood marks;
 For female applicants: Goiter, History of pregnancy, the presence of
breast mass, painful menstruation.
How to Apply in the PMMA
The journey towards your future seafaring career starts by submitting your
application for the entrance examination. Please follow the step by step
procedure on how to file your application.

Documentary Requirements:

 A fully-accomplished application form. It can be downloaded from the

PMMA official website or from the various testing centers nationwide;
 3 copies of recent 2×2 colored pictures with a name tag, on a white
background;
 Photocopy of your Birth Certificate issued by the PSA (Baptismal and
Hospital Birth Certificate not honored)
 2 pcs. self-addressed long white mailing envelopes with 40.00 Pesos
worth of mailing stamps per envelope.
Steps:

1. Fill-up your application form and choose your preferred testing center from
the list above. Write the testing code in the space provided on the application
form.
2. Submit your fully-accomplished application form together with the
documentary requirements in person or through the mail to this address:

THE CHAIRMAN
Admissions Office
Philippine Merchant Marine Academy
San Narciso, Zambales

3. For applicants who will submit their applications personally, you may submit
right after the last entrance examination up to September (the following year).
For those applicants who opt to send their application by mail, you may submit
right after the last examination up to August 31 only.

4. Complete all the documentary requirements before filing your application.

Any applications with incomplete requirements will not be processed

Any applicant who passed the PMMAEE will have to undergo the following to
qualify for admission:

 Psychological Evaluation;
 Height and weight measurement;
 Color Perception Test (ISHIHARA) and Snellens;
 Dental (Pre-Med / Pre-Dental)
 Physical Examination
 Laboratory Examination
TOPNOTCHER Philippines encourages applicants to go to your local hospital or
clinic for these examinations especially the color perception tests. This way, you
will know if you are qualified before filing your application. Doing so will save
you time and effort once you found out you are not qualified for the failure to
these exams means disqualification.

Walk-in Application
There are limited slots for walk-in applicants and they are subject for approval.
If you failed to submit your application via mail, you may go directly to the
designated testing center with the requirements stated above. Please make sure
you have the complete requirements. Applicants with incomplete requirements
are not allowed to take the PMMAEE. The registration time for walk-in
applicants starts at 0600H and ends at 0800H.
Benefits of Being a Midshipman in the PMMA
Being a cadet of the PMMA makes you a government scholar. This is where you
will experience a semi-military lifestyle of leadership environment. In addition to
the free tuition and board/lodging, a midshipman is entitled to the following
benefits:

 A chance to join the pioneer institution in maritime education in the

country;
 A chance to travel the world for free while still studying;
 An assured shipboard training onboard international ocean-going vessels;
 Automatic commissionship in the Philippine Navy and Philippine Coast
Guard as Ensign (2Lt);
 100% employability, immediate hiring by more than thirty (30) partner
international and manning companies; and
 Promising careers in the seafaring industry as master mariners; chief
engineers; shipping executives, naval or coast guard officers, educators,
trainers in maritime-related industries/institutions.
PMMAEE Coverage and Reviewer

If you are about to take the upcoming PMMA Entrance Exam this September 2019 and looking for a free
reviewer, then you are on the right page! Below are sample practice tests for prospective PMMA cadets
to take.

English (Grammar, Vocabulary, Analogy, Reading Comprehension)

Mathematics (Algebra, Geometry, Statistics, and Trigonometry)

Science (General Science, Chemistry and Physics)

Abstract Reasoning

Applicants must take note of the following:

 Examination is from 8:00 am – 12:00 nn

 Arrive one (1) hour before the examination proper at the designated testing
center
 Bring the issued test permit (the applicant must show any valid I.D. in case he did
not receive his test permit)
 Bring any valid identification
 Use only Mongol Pencil Number 2
  Calculators are not allowed

PMA Entrance Exam 2020 Date, Requirements,

Coverage and Application Guide
January 21, 2020 by Draven Cueva
For those who would want to become part of the Cadet Corps Armed Forces of
the Philippines and later on serve as one of the leaders of the AFP, he/she may
take the Philippine Military Academy entrance examination (PMAEE). The PMAEE
is the first step in the selection process to become a cadet in the most
prestigious leadership school in the country today. If you think you have all the
qualifications below to become an officer of the armed forces, then this post is
for you. Please read on.

PMA Entrance Exam 2020 Schedule

The PMA is normally conducting the PMAEE once a year only in the months of
August or September. If you are interested and qualified to take the PMAEE
2020 this year, prepare the requirements as early as possible and watch out for
the re-opening of the submission of online application that tentatively starts at
the second (2nd) quarter of the year. Please stay tuned for more updates.

PMA Entrance Exam Requirements

Here are the qualifications and requirements to become a cadet in the PMA:

 Natural Born Filipino Citizen.

 Physically fit and of good moral character.
 Single and has never been married.
 Must pass the PMA Entrance Examination.
 No Administrative / Criminal Case.
 At least High School Graduate with at least 85% GPA
 Height Requirement for both Male and Female is 5 feet (not to exceed
6’4″ for both).
 At least 17 years old but not a day older than 22 years on the reporting
date (01 June 2021).
Note: 
Applicants who are currently in Grade 11 are not qualified to take the exam
while those who are currently in Grade 12 are qualified to take if they will
graduate before June 1, 2021. Those who have GPA lower than 85 may still
apply as walk-in applicants. However, they will be placed on a secondary list of
walk-in applicants and will be given a chance to take the exam depending on
the slots available.
Medical Disqualifications
  Colorblind
 Any communicable disease
 Physical deformities
 Scoliosis
 Tattoos
 Other medical conditions as determined by the AFP Medical Board
How to Apply
As soon as the online application opens, go to the Cadet Application System
portal through http://admission.pma.ph/ using a browser of your choice and a
computer with a good internet connection. Sign-up to the system using a valid
email address. Fill-up the online application form then upload the scanned
copies (PDF format) of your PSA Birth Certificate and High School Form 137 or
138.
PMA Entrance Exam 2020 Coverage
Like the past examinations, this year’s PMAEE will also cover the following
subject areas:

 Algebra and Geometry

 Grammar
 Composition
 Reading and Comprehension
 Verbal Reasoning
 Numerical Reasoning
 Pattern Analysis.
You may start to review at least 3 months before the scheduled examination
date. Gather as much review materials as you can or look for free PMA Entrance
Exam reviewers. They will help you hurdle this first step of your PMA career.
What to do if I passed the PMAEE?
Applicants who passed the PMAEE will be notified by the Office of Cadet
Admission (OCA) through the mail, newspapers and website announcement.
The OCA will also inform the applicant of the date of his/her physical
examination.
Report to AFP Medical Center (formerly V. Luna) for medical, dental,
and neuropsychiatric examination. They will also give further instructions on the
next step of the application process.
Benefits of Being a Cadet
Successful applicants will be granted a free 4-year college education with a well-
rounded curriculum, receive a stipend while studying, and progressive career as
an officer of the Philippine Army, Philippine Navy or Philippine Air Force.

For more information and inquiries, please contact the following:

Office of Admission
Philippine Military Academy
Fort del Pilar, Baguio City
Tel Nos. (074)446-8002 / 447-3690 / 447-3292 /

Qualifications

Natural Born Filipino Citizen.

Minimum height of 5 feet for both men and women.
Physically fit and of good moral character.
Single and has never been married.
Atleast high school graduate with 85% GPA.
Grade 12 senior high (K-12) may take the exam provided that
they graduate before 01 June 2020.

Apply Now

WHY BE A PMA CADET?

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Free College Education
Monthly Salary and Allowances
State of the art training facilities
Progressive and rewarding career as an officer of one of the branches of the
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MA Entrance Exam Schedule
As you asking I am telling Philippine Military Academy conducts the PMA Entrance
Examination on August or September every year in more than 40 testing centers
nationwide. They announce the start of the application process on the first week of April.

Eligibility criteria :
Natural Born Filipino Citizen.
Physically fit and of good moral character.
Single and has never been married.
Must pass the PMA Entrance Examination.
No Administrative / Criminal Case.
At least High School Graduate with at least 85 GPA
Height Requirement for both Male and Female is 5 feet (not to exceed 6 4 for both).
At least 17 years old but not a day older than 22 years on the reporting date (01 June
2020).

Exam centers :
CODE PLACE
001 Northwestern University, Laoag City
002 Cagayan State University, Tuguegarao City
003 Mt. Prov. State Polytechnic College, Bontoc, Mountain Province
004 St. Mary University, Bayombong, Nueva Viscaya
005 PMA, Baguio City
006 Narciso Ramos Sports Complex, Lingayen, Pangasinan
007 Araullo University, Cabanatuan City
008 Tarlac State University, Tarlac City
009 Clark Air Base Gym, Mabalacat City, Pampanga
010 San Andres Sports Complex, Manila
011 Ramon Magsaysay High School, Cubao, Quezon City
012 Jose Rizal University, Mandaluyong City
013 UP Losa Banos, Laguna
014 AETDC, Lipa City
015 Southern Luzon State University, Lucena City
016 University of Nueva Caceres, Naga City
017 Bicol University, Legaspi City, Albay
018 Palawan National High School, Puerto Princesa City
019 Dasmarinas National High School, Dasmarinas City, Cavite
101 Northwestern Visayan College, Kalibo, Aklan
102 University of Iloilo, Iloilo City
CODE PLACE
103 STI West Negros University, Bacolod City
104 Negros Oriental State University, Dumaguete City
105 Univ. of Southern Philippines Foundation, Cebu City

106 Samar State University-Main Campus, Catbalogan City

107 Eastern Visayas State University, Tacloban City
108 Holy Name University, Tagbilaran City
201 CARAGA State University, Butuan City
202 Camp Evangelista Gym, 41D, PA, Cagayan De Oro City
203 Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology, Iligan City
204 University of Mindanao, Davao City
206 Provincial Gymnasium, Kidapawan City
207 Lagao Gymnasium, General Santos City
208 Misamis University, Ozamis City
209 Notre Dame University Gym, Cotabato City
210 Tacurong Gymnasium, Tacurong City
212 Western Mindanao Command, Zamboanga City
214 DMC College Foundation, Dipolog City
215 St Mary s College of Tagum, Davao del Norte
216 Pagadian City Gymnasium, Pagadian City

Contact info :
Office of Admission
Philippine Military Academy
Fort del Pilar, Baguio City
Tel Nos. (074)446-8002 / 447-3690 / 447-3292 / 447-3686
Local: 6551 or 6545
Telefax. (074) 447-2825
Mobile Phone Nos. 09065466989 / 09284325578

Public Information Office

Philippine Military Academy
Fort del Pilar, Baguio City
Email Address: oca@pma.ph / pio_pma@yahoo.com

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Saint Mary's University

Former names Saint Mary's Elementary School

(1928-1934)

Saint Mary's School

(1934-1947)

Saint Mary's College

(1947-19)

Motto Sapientia a Deo (Latin)

Motto in English Wisdom from God

Type Private Roman Catholic research university

Non-profit Coeducational

Higher education institution

Established June 1928

Founder Fr. Achilles de Gryse, CICM

 Religious affiliation Roman Catholic (CICM Missionary)

Academic affiliations PAASCU

President Dr. John Octavious S. Palina

Vice-president Dr. John G. Tayaban

(VP for Administration)

Principal Melencio G. Bernardino,Jr.

(Senior High School)

Students 9,288

1,133 (Grade School)

1080 (High School)

7075 (College)

Location Bayombong

Nueva Vizcaya

Philippines

Campus Urban

Colors Blue      and      White

Nickname Marian

Website http://smu.edu.ph/

Saint Mary’s University is a Roman Catholic institution owned and operated by the Belgian
missionary congregation CICM located in Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya in the Philippines. It was
designated as an International Center for the Study of Teaching and Learning Styles in 2004 by the
International Center for the Study of Teaching and Learning Styles.
There are 9,288 students currently enrolled in the university. 1,133 of these are from the Grade
School Department, 1080 from the High School, and 7075 from the college department.[1]
Founded by CICM priest Achilles de Gryse, the institution started as an elementary school (Saint
Mary's Elementary School) in June 1928. In 1934, with Fr. Godfrey Lambrecht, the High School was
opened and in 1947, the College Department, offering Bachelor of Science in Education, Bachelor of
Arts and Junior Normal course, etc. Gradually, the course offerings expanded with Bachelor of
Science in Commerce, (1951), Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, (1955) and the Graduate
School, (1962). Through the years, many more Departments, Colleges/Schools were opened with
more degrees and title course offerings.[2]

Contents

 1History
 2Schools and Colleges
 3Achievements and Recognitions
 4Footnotes
 5External links

History[edit]
Saint Mary’s University traces its roots back to the initiative of Msgr. Constant Jurgens, CICM, then
parish priest of Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya and one of the earliest CICM missionaries to arrive in
the Philippines. Wanting to establish a Catholic school for the children in his parish, he purchased a
lot and some materials for this purpose. However, Jurgens was recalled to Europe to become the
Director of the Bishop Hammer Institution in the Netherlands. It was Achilles de Gryse, Jurgens'
successor, who pursued his dream through. Thus, Saint Mary’s Elementary School was inaugurated
in June 1928.[3][4]
In 1934, Saint Mary's High School was opened, with Fr. Godfrey Lambrecht as director and Sr.
Margaretha Hermus as principal.[3]
The collegiate department, Saint Mary's College, opened in 1947 offering programs in Associate of
Arts, Bachelor of Science in Education, Bachelor of Arts, and Junior Normal.[3][4]
Gradually, the course offerings expanded with Bachelor of Science in Commerce (1951), Bachelor of
Science in Civil Engineering (1955), and the Graduate programs (1962).[3][4]
In 1967, the Belgian missionary congregation Congregatio Immaculati Cordis Mariae took over the
ownership and management of Saint Mary's College. The college’s physical expansion program
started with the purchase and development of the campus by the Magat River in 1968. The college
was transferred to its new site in 1969.[3][4]
Saint Mary’s College was granted university status under the presidency of Rev. Fr. John Van
Bauwel, CICM, and became known as Saint Mary's University.[4]

Schools and Colleges[edit]

Saint Mary's University offers preschool education (Nursery, Kindergarten, Preparatory) and Grade
School education, particularly in Saint Mary's University Grade School Department, formerly
known as Saint Mary's University Elementary Department. It was established in 1928, bringing forth
the initial matrix of the institution. The Grade School covers six year-levels (grades).
Saint Mary's University also offers regular junior high school and science high school education in its
secondary department, Saint Mary's University High School-Science High School. The regular
high school and science high school are housed in one campus, having one administration. They
differ in curriculum.
The senior high school, tertiary level schools and colleges are housed in the university/college
campus.
The School of Accountancy and Business (SAB), formerly College of Accountancy and
Economics, established in 1999, offers the following courses: Bachelor of Science in Accountancy,
Bachelor of Science in Accounting Technology, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
(majors in Financial Management and Marketing Management), Bachelor of Science in
Entrepreneurial Management, Bachelor of Science in Office Administration, Bachelor of Science in
Hospitality Management and Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management. The school formerly
offered BS in Economics and BS of Commerce, major in Economics, Bachelor of Science in
Commerce with majors in Marketing, Management, Banking and Finance, and Entrepreneurship,
Bachelor of Science in Tourism, Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management,
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality/Tourism Management with majors in Hotel and Restaurant
Management, and Travel and Tours. The Center for Entrepreneurial Development and
Research is the extension and research arm of the School.
The School of Teacher Education and Humanities (STEH), founded in 1947 and designated as
Center of Excellence in Teacher Education and Focus Institution for Project in Basic Education
(PROBE) offers: Bachelor of Secondary Education (with majors in Biological Sciences; Physical
Sciences; Mathematics; English; Filipino; Social Studies; Music, Arts, Physical Education and Health
(MAPEH); and Religious and Values Education); Bachelor of Elementary Education with majors in
Preschool Education and General Elementary Education; Bachelor of Arts with majors in: English,
History, Religious Formation, Journalism, and Philosophy; Bachelor of Science in Mathematics;
Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Bachelor of Arts in Guidance and Counseling (double degree
program); Bachelor of Science in Criminology; Bachelor of Public Administration; Bachelor of Arts in
Political Science. The former Institute of Science and Mathematics (ISM), which was designated
Regional Science Teaching Center (RSTC) used to offered Bachelor of Science in General Science,
and Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. The Public Administration and Governance unit used to offer
Bachelor of Science in Public Administration (with majors in Government Management, and Fiscal
Management and Accounting), and double majors: Bachelor of Science in Public Administration and
Legal Studies, and Bachelor of Science in Public Administration and Political Science,
The School of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology (SEAIT), offers Bachelor
of Science in Civil Engineering, Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Bachelor of Science
in Electrical Engineering, Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Bachelor of Science in
Electronics and Communications Engineering, Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Bachelor of
Science in Information Technology, Bachelor of Science in Information Systems, and Bachelor of
Library and Information Science. The school previously offered Bachelor and Associate programs in
Geodetic Engineering and Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics. The Information Technology
Department, under former Dean Dr. Gertrude G. Danao, used to offer majors in Network
Engineering, Computer Information System, and Software Technology.
The School of Health and Natural Sciences (SHaNS), formerly School of Health Sciences, offers
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Bachelor in Medical Laboratory Science, Bachelor of Science in
Pharmacy, Bachelor of Science in Biology, and Midwifery. The Center for Natural
Sciences manages and operates the science laboratories and the Tissue Culture Laboratory.
The College of Law, established in 1996, offers Bachelor of Laws. It used to offer an Executive
Program.
The School of Graduate Studies, that formally opened in 1962, offers the following courses:
Master of Science in Accountancy; Master of Business Administration; Doctor of Philosophy in
Commerce major in Management; Master of Arts in Education with majors in Educational
Administration, Reading Education, Pedagogy, Religious Education, and Guidance and Counseling;
Master of Arts in Physical Education; Doctor of Philosophy major in Educational Management;
Master of Arts in Teaching with majors in: English, Secondary Biology, Secondary Mathematics,
Physics, Chemistry; Master of Arts with majors in Language (English), Biology, Physics, Chemistry,
Mathematics; Doctor of Philosophy in Science Education with majors in Biology, and Mathematics;
Master of Public Administration; Doctor of Public Administration; Master of Science in Nursing with
majors in Nursing Administration, Community Health Nursing (Primary Health Care), Adult Health
Nursing (Medial-Surgical Nursing) and Maternal and Child Health Nursing; Master of Science in
Management Engineering; Master in Engineering major in Civil Engineering; Master of Library and
Information Science: Master in Information Technology; and Master of Developmental Arts and
Design. The School used to offer the Innovative Master in Public Administration (Certificate in
Modern Local Government, Certificate in Local Fiscal Administration and Economic Promotion,
Diploma in Local Public Administration and Governance).
The Equivalency and Technical-Vocational Assessment Office (formerly the Center for
Alternative and Continuing Education) is deputized by CHED to offer the following courses under the
Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program (E.T.E.E.A.P.): Bachelor of
Science in Office Administration, Bachelor of Elementary Education, Bachelor of Secondary
Education, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, and Bachelor of Science in Information
Technology. It also manages training and assessment for various TESDA NC qualifications. The
Center used to offer Bachelor of Early Childhood Education.

Achievements and Recognitions[edit]

 Designated as Regional Staff Development Center (RSDC) for
Region 2 by the EDPITAF of the Ministry of Education, Culture and
Sports (MECS), 1975
 Designated by MECS as Applied Nutrition Program Training Center
(ANP) for Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino and Ifugao, 1975
 Assigned as Regional Science Training Center (RSTC) for Region 2
by the Philippine Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
for the in-service training of Mathematics and Science Teachers,
1975
 Provincial Coordinating Center for Nueva Vizcaya and Ifugao of the
National Scientific Information Center of the Department of Science
and Technology (DOST)
 Selected by the Center for Educational Measurement (CEM) as the
Guidance and Testing Center for Nueva Vizcaya, Ifugao, and
Quirino
 Chosen as One of the Five Most Outstanding Teacher Education
Institutions in the Philippines for school year 1983 – 1984
 Designated as One of the 24 National Catechetical Formation
Centers in the country by the Catechists’ Foundation of the
Philippines under the supervision of the CBCP, 1987
 Designated by the Philippines' Commission on Higher Education
(CHED) as Center of Excellence for Teacher Education on April 15,
1996
 Designated by CHED and Educational Development Projects
Implementing Task-Force Philippines-Australia Project in Basic
Education (EDPITAF-PROBE) as Focus Teacher Education
Institution on September 24, 1996
 Designated by CHED as Sub-Center of Development for Business
and Industry on February 25, 1997
 Designated by CHED as Implementor of the Expanded Tertiary
Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program (ETEEAP), 1998
 Designated by CHED as Center of Development - Category 2
(COD-2) for Civil Engineering Program on August 19, 1999
 Accredited by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) to accept foreign
students on April 26, 2000
 Granted Full Autonomy by CHED on August 21, 2001 (One among
the 30 institutions nationwide) and re-affirmed on April 2016<CMO
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 Depository Library of the World Bank, Asian Development Bank,
United Nations and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas for Northern
Luzon
 Accredited Microsoft Training Center, 2002
 Accredited Level III for Undergraduate and Graduate Programs in
Liberal Arts, Business and Teacher Education, and Undergraduate
Program in Civil Engineering by the Philippine Accrediting
Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities (PAASCU)
 Designated as International Center for the Study of Teaching and
Learning Styles, August 8, 2004
 Ranked Superior in Teacher Education, Very Good in Business
Education and Good in Public Service Administration in the
Evaluation of Graduate Education in the Philippines (EGEP) by
CHED, October 5, 2000[5]
 Ranked 1st among the Top Performing Schools in the November
2011 Midwifery Licensure Examination; Ranked 3rd among the Top
Performing Schools in the November 2010 Midwifery Licensure
Examination; Ranked 2nd among Top Performing Schools (with 10
- 29 examinees) in the November 2007 Midwifery Licensure
Examination; Ranked 1st among the Top Performing Schools (with
10-29) examinees) in the November 2006 Midwifery Licensure
Examination.
 Best in Luzon, Best Implementer of the Drug Addiction, Prevention
and Control Program, 2010.
 Ranked 1st among the Top Performing Schools (with 20 – 49
examinees) in the September 2009 Criminologist Licensure
Examination; Number 1 School of Criminology in the Philippines
(Category C), October 2009.
 Ranked 3rd among the Top Performing Schools (with 26 – 50
examinees) in the May 2009 Certified Public Accountant Licensure
Examination.
 Ranked 1st among the Top Performing Schools with (20 – 49
examinees) in the March 2008 Electronics Engineer Licensure
Examination.
 Ranked 10th among the Top Performing Schools (with more than
100 examinees) in the November 2008 Nursing Licensure
Examination.
 Microsoft HEDStart partner through the Microsoft Developer
Network Academic Alliance, 2008.
  Designated by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) as
Center of Development for Information Technology Education,
March 23, 2007.
 Designated by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) as
CENTER FOR TOEFL, February 2007.
 Ranked 5th among the Top Performing Schools (with 10 or more
examinees) in the May 2006 Civil Engineering Licensure
Examination.
 Ranked 9th among the Top Performing Schools in the Philippines
based on board exam passing rates for 2005 – 2009; Ranked 10th
among the Top Nursing Schools in the Philippines based on board
exam passing rates for 2000 – 2004.

Footnotes[edit]
1. ^ SMU Population for SY 2008-2009
2. ^ SMU History Archived 2007-10-08 at the Wayback Machine
3. ^ Jump up to:a b c d e Saint Mary's University Diamond Jubilee Souvenir
Book. Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya: SMU Publication. 2003.
4. ^ Jump up to:a b c d e "Saint Mary's University History". Saint Mary's
University (Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya).
5. ^ SMU Awards and Achievements Archived 2007-10-08 at
the Wayback Machine

External links[edit]
 Saint Mary's University Website
 SMU High School-Science High School Website
 SMU Grade School Department Website
 SMU Library

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hat does Saint Mary's University stand for?

St. Mary’s University (SMU) is a private Roman Catholic institution in Nueva Vizcaya founded
in 1928 by Msgr. Constant Jurgens, CICM. It started as the St. Mary’s Elementary School and
has since then expanded. In 1934, with Fr. Godfrey Lambrecht, the High School was opened and
in 1947, the College Department, offering A.A., B.S.E., A. B. and Jr. Normal course (ETC).

SMU offers a wide array of courses in different fields for degree and certificate programs under
its 2 schools -- Business and Accountancy and Engineering, Architecture and Information
Technology.

Throughout its history, Saint Mary's University relentlessly pursues excellence in education for
local and global relevance and responsiveness, and persistently challenges its students to explore
and pursue relevant, innovative, and breakthrough ideas through research and development.

Saint Mary’s University Facts:

 SMU received its university status in 1994.

 SMU is also the Provincial Coordinating Center for Nueva Vizcaya and Ifugao of the
National Scientific Information Center of the Department of Science and Technology
(DOST).
 SMU has received a Level III and Level II accreditations from the Philippine Accrediting
Association of Schools, Colleges, and Universities (PAASCU).

Source: http://smu2.smu.edu.ph
What programs & courses does Saint Mary's
University offer?

Choosing the right program can help you set your future goals and visualize where you want to
be. Whether you want to be an engineer, a teacher, an accountant, or you want to level up in your
profession, making yourself informed with the right choices will surely back you up in the
future. Are you ready to map your career with Saint Mary's University? Make the best decision
in choosing the right path for you, click through the list of programs offered by Saint Mary's
University below:

COLLEGE (UNDERGRADUATE) PROGRAMS

TECH-VOC PROGRAMS

GRADUATE STUDIES PROGRAMS

SHORT COURSES & CERTIFICATIONS

Centers of Excellence & Develo

Requirements

Freshmen
(Entry credentials)

 Result of COLLEGE ADMISSION AND APTITUDE TEST (CAAT)

 Original copy of Form 138 (High School Report Card)
 NCAE result (must be the original copy, if you have taken it)
 Photocopy of NSO Birth Certificate (not the copy from the Municipal
  Civil Registrar)
 Certificate of Good Moral Character (from HS Principal or Guidance Counselor)
 Marriage Certificate, certified true copy (if married)
 If alien, ACR or Special Study Permit from BI

Transferees

 Result of COLLEGE ADMISSION AND APTITUDE TEST (CAAT)

 Transfer Credentials (Copy of Grades or OTR marked “FOR EVALUATION
PURPOSES”
 Photocopy of NSO Birth Certificate (not the copy from the Municipal Civil
Registrar)
 Original Copy of Certificate of Good Moral Character
 Marriage Certificate, certified true copy (if married)

Procedures

Pre-Enrollment

1. Pay Php 250.00 examination fee at the Accounting Office to be presented to the
GTO.
2. Fill up SMU Form 80-A (Application for Admission Form) for this purpose.
3. Take the COLLEGE ADMISSION AND APTITUDE TEST (CAAT).
4. Get the result of your CET on scheduled date, and be advised of the course you
are qualified to enroll.

Enrollment Proper

1. Proceed to the I.D. section for the production of your electronic identification
card. (Enrolment Form stamped “ID”).
2. Proceed to the Office of the Registrar for the validation of your enrolment form.
Student’s ID is tapped on the card reader for the SIS to record and display
 enrolled and with your enrolment form marked “ENROLLED” in violet ink and
signed by the staff-in-charge.
3. Proceed to the Office of the Academic Dean for your admission and registration.
Secure a long manila envelope and print your name (ALL in CAPITAL LETTERS)
on the UPPER LEFT CORNER of your envelope.
4. Submit the mentioned documents to the Dean or Department Head who will
evaluate the credentials as bases for admission.
5. Accomplish all the forms given to you at the Dean’s office. 
6. Proceed to the Faculty In-Charge of evaluation at the Registration area and have
your subjects encoded based on the Form C-50.
7. Get your enrolment form (print-out).
8. Proceed to the Accounting Office (Windows A, B, C, or D) for re-assessment and
payment of initial charges. (Enrolment Form is marked “PAID” in green ink.)

THE HISTORY
The Nueva Vizcaya State University is the result of the fruition of the Nueva Vizcaya State Institute of
Technology (NVSIT) and the Nueva Vizcaya State Polytechnic College (NVSPC). The two schools were the
two biggest state-run colleges in the province of Nueva Vizcaya. The NVSIT has a total area of 148.5 hectares
situated at the foot of the scenic Bangan Hill in Bayombong, the capital town of the province and the NVSPC
on the other hand, has an area of 14.21 hectares in Bambang, the center of trade and commerce of the province.
The NVSIT started from a farm settlement school in 1916 offering only intermediate curriculum. Two years
after, a secondary curriculum was added to its former program, later renaming the school as the Bayombong
Rural School, then as the Nueva Vizcaya Rural High School (NVRHS) in 1930.However, school operations in
the country were suddenly stopped because of the war with the Japanese forces in 1941. After the war,
NVRHS resumed its operation in 1945 but it was split into two entities: the NVRHS (now the NVSU) and the
other as the Nueva Vizcaya High School (now the Nueva Vizcaya General Comprehensive High School).
During the post-war years, businesses started to boom in Bambang which paved the way for an educational
institution to cater to the growing population of the municipality. As a result, the Municipality Council of
Bambang passed a resolution on July 11, 1946 for the establishment of a Junior High School in the southern
part of the province. With the intensified campaigns of raising funds for the proposed school, the amount of
P19, 720.00 was accumulated and initiated the realization for a JHS. In the same month, the Southern Nueva
Vizcaya Junior High School (SNVJHS) formally started its operation and a year after; it was renamed as the
Bambang High School (BHS).
Both NVRHS and BHS had undergone remarkable transformations geared toward betterment, responsive to a
dynamic civilization. Development in terms of physical facilities, manpower and system of education were
given top considerations. With the strong support of political leaders of the province led by then Congressman
Leonardo Perez, the upgrading of the different sectors of its respective district especially the educational
component was realized. The NVRHS was converted into Nueva Vizcaya National Agricultural School
(NVNAS) in 1956, made possible by virtue of Republic Act 1580 sponsored by Cong. Perez. In 1964, another
conversion took place when the NVNAS was changed into Nueva Vizcaya Agricultural College (NVAC)
through the legislation of R.A 4055, also authored by Cong. Perez. He likewise sponsored R.A 1971
converting the BHS into the Nueva Vizcaya School of Arts and Trades (NVSAT) on June 22, 1957.
The NVAC marker has been a historical emblem built at the left wing of the façade leading to the
Administration building of the Bayombong campus. The unveiling of the NVAC marker was held on June 18,
1965 with then Hon. Senator Leonardo Perez. Eventually on May 22, 1973, NVAC was converted to NVSIT
by virtue of Presidential Decree 196. With the increasing clamor for more degree courses, NVSIT responded
and provided expansions of its course offerings. Initially, the courses offered were basically agriculture and
related fields.
Similarly, the NVSAT in Bambang was converted into NVSPC in June 1983 by force of Batas Pambansa Blg.
495 authored by Hon. Perez and Hon. Carlos Padilla.
Both NVSIT and NVSPC have distinct areas of excellence catering quality education to Novo Vizcayanos,
those coming from neighboring provinces and other parts of the country. It was then reckoned that the merging
of the two campuses would strengthen the pursuit for quality education. The goal of becoming a single
institution with a university status was made possible through the collaborative efforts of all officials of both
campuses and the imposing support from the political heads of the province.
A Technical Working Group (TWG) was organized to conduct a feasibility study on the merging of the two
campuses and this was initiated by then Hon. Cong. Padilla. The key officials of both campuses made up the
TWG and had their initial meeting on July 13, 2001. The establishment of NVSU was steered by the
constitutional mandate as stated in Sec. 2 paragraph 1 of Article XIV and in Batas Pambansa Blg. 232
(Education Act of 1982) that the state shall establish, maintain, and support a complete, adequate, and
integrated system of education relevant to the needs of the people and of society.
The passing of House Bill No. 2232 (An Act Constituting the Merging of the Two Campuses into NVSU)
authored by Hon. Padilla was a big leap in the history of both campuses. Eventually, the painstaking bid for
university status was over when R.A 9272 lapsed into law on March 20, 2004. The university status is a big
call for bigger challenges and greater accountabilities.
The first year of operation of NVSU was propelled by the combined dedication of its workforce under the
leadership of the Officer-In-Charge Atty. Lilia Garcia. It was during Garcia term when the integration of
various operations of both campuses and the simplification of bureaucracy were formulated as a result of the
conduct of various workshops/ seminars on leadership, team-management building and strategic skills
development. Under the same administration, the university came up with its official logo embodying its
vision, mission and goal.
Finally, after the two-year search for NVSU president, Dr. Marilou Gilo- Abon was pronounced by the Board
of Regents as the first university president on May 31, 2005. Dr. Abon was the former vice president for
academic affairs and concurrently dean of the College of Arts and Sciences of the Central Luzon State
University. With her leadership, she yearned not only for NVSU to aim for a culture of excellence but also to
advocate a culture of peace which should be the supreme advocacy of a country that is in political turmoil.
Indeed, academic institution plays a vital role in the molding of citizens of this nation; thus, NVSU stands
steadfast with its advocacy.
After four years of fruitful administration, Dr. Abon was re-appointed by the members of the Board of Regents
for a second term. However, the flourishing university was in mourning with the untimely demise of Dr. Abon
on April 23, 2010. The gargantuan task left by the Abon leadership was taken over by Dr. Romeo S. Quilang,
President of the Isabela State University, as officer in-charge (OIC) through BOR Resolution No. 68 s. 2010
which took effect on April 26, 2010. Nevertheless, due to the need for a full time care taker of the University,
Dr. Leodevico M. Fronda was appointed by the BOR as OIC in place of Dr. Quilang by virtue of BOR Res.
No. 25 s.2011 effective September 26, 2011. The term of Dr. Fronda ended on April 1, 2012 when the
University Board of Regents through a search committee headed by Dr. Saturnino M. Ocampo, a former
CHED Commissioner has finally affirmed Dr. Florentina S. Dumlao as NVSU President. Dr. Dumlao took her
office on April 2, 2012 by virtue of BOR Res. No. 26, s. 2012. Under the Dumlao leadership, the crafting of
the NVSU Five-year Development Plan/Investment Plan (2012-2017) is given due priority for the university to
chart a clear direction as preparation for a bolder journey taking off from the great accomplishments of the past
administrations . It is the intention of this new leadership put all the university components in their proper
places in order to achieve the NVSU’s ultimate vision, mission and goals.