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EVSU-OCC Orientation Prepares BSIT Students and Parents for Educational Tour

Ormoc City, Philippines—The Eastern Visayas State University – Ormoc City (EVSU-OC) Computer Studies Department successfully conducted the Parents’ and Students’ Orientation for the Educational Tour on Friday, November 14, 2025. The half-day session, held at the Function Hall, was a crucial step in preparing the 116 third-year Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) students and their parents or guardians for the upcoming educational journey.

The orientation was witnessed by members of the Computer Studies Department faculty, including Sir Wilferd Perante and other regular faculty members.

Key Orientation Details

The orientation’s theme was “Informing and Guiding Future IT Professionals Towards an Educational and Safe Learning Journey”. The main objective was to ensure that all attendees were well-prepared, informed, and fully aware of the processes and expectations for the trip.

Engr. Joseph Jaymel S. Morpos, MSIT, Head of the Computer Studies Department, served as the Resource Speaker. He led the Orientation Proper, which detailed the following information:

  • Destination and Cost: The package tour proposal is for a trip to Manila, Laoag, Vigan, and Baguio. The cost is ₱19,000.00 net per person.
  • Package Inclusions: The travel package, provided by Executive Express Travel and Tours, includes:
    • Tourist Bus Transportation (air-conditioned, 55-seater coaches).
    • Full Board Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
    • Services of a DOT-Accredited Tour Guide.
    • Travel insurance coverage of up to ₱500,000.00.
    • 24/7 Medical Support (on-call doctor and nurse).
    • Ride all you can ticket in Enchanted Kingdom.
  • Important Note: The package requires a guaranteed minimum of 100 paying participants.
  • Safety and Conduct: Discussion of safety guidelines, university policies, and the code of conduct for the tour.

Open Forum and Program Flow

A major component of the afternoon session (1:00 PM–5:00 PM) was the Open Forum and Q&A Session (2:45 PM – 4:00 PM). This segment allowed students and parents to raise or write their questions and clarifications about the tour policies and expectations, ensuring a clear understanding of financial requirements, payment schedules, and itinerary expectations.

The activity concluded with a message from the faculty adviser/IT faculty (4:30 PM – 4:45 PM), offering encouragement and reminders on academic and behavioral conduct during the educational tour. The day ended with closing remarks and a group photo opportunity.

The orientation’s success is expected to result in a clear understanding of travel guidelines, cost breakdown, and itinerary expectations, along with strengthened coordination between the students, faculty, and the travel agency. Participants will complete a post-orientation feedback form for evaluation.