The Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP), in collaboration with Jose Rizal Memorial State University, is also pleased to announce the English Extemporaneous Speech and Essay Writing Competition which will be held at Dakak Park  and Beach Resort, Dapitan City, Philippines on February 5 – 8, 2019 as one of the highlights of the 16th AUAP Learning and Sharing Forum.

English language plays an essential role to weave the world into a single thread. Considered to be the international language of wider communication, it has already revolutionized the sphere when it comes to the field of education, business, trade and commerce. Thus, if one does not know how to communicate in English, then he or she will certainly fail to keep a pace of the progressive force of the world.

According to Ahmad (2016), we are now witnessing the emergence of an advanced economy based on information and knowledge and probably the most important skill for knowledge workers in the new environment is the ability to communicate both in writing and in speech. Hence, in order to achieve desired success, students need to assess and respond to communication situations that occur constantly.

This Extemporaneous Speech and Essay Writing Competition will provide a platform to student’s empowerment from all over the world:

  1. to build skills and confidence in communication, and give them the opportunity to realize their full potential;
  2. to accurately and precisely communicate in English – both in speaking and writing – in a variety of contexts and genres which further encourage them to develop their critical thinking skills;
  3. to engage in an exchange of ideas and opinions on an international scale;
  4. to meet, engage, and form friendships and understanding with other students from universities around the globe.

This is open to all bona fide students from higher education institutions worldwide. Each participating college/university shall only have two (2) student contestants for the said competitions: one (1) for the Extemporaneous Speech category and one (1) for the Essay Writing category. No student shall be allowed to compete for both categories.

Chaperon of the student contestants are presumed as participant in the 16th Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP) Learning and Sharing Forum and therefore would be required to register for the said forum.

Student competitors are required to submit in PDF the following scanned documents:

  1. Validated ID card;
  2. Certification of Enrollment from the head/representative of the HEI;
  3. Certificate of Endorsement from the head/representative of the HEI as official contestants to the aforesaid competitions;
  4. Filled out Registration Form

The original copy of the above documents shall be presented on the date of the competition for verification.

PRIZE (each category):

  1. a) Winner – 300 USD cash, certificate & trophy
  2. b) 2nd Runner up – 250 USD cash, certificate & trophy
  3. c) 3rd Runner Up – 200 USD cash, certificate & trophy

IMPORTANT DEADLINES:

Online Registration as participant           :           Until January 18, 2019
(Walk – in Registration will be accepted on the first day of the event, February 5, 2019 at Jose Rizal Memorial State University, Main Campus, Dapitan City.)

REGISTRATION FEE of the forum is inclusive of learning kits, certificates, meals (3 breakfast, 2 lunches and 2 dinners) and snacks for three (3) days, exclusive of accommodation.

                   For Foreign Participants:                    200 USD
                   For Local Participants:                        Php 4500.00

MECHANICS and RULES

EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEECH COMPETITION
ESSAY WRITING COMPETITION

ROOM RATES:

Family Pavilion (12-21 persons in a room):         Php 2,950.00/person
Deluxe Room (quadruple sharing):                     Php 3,600.00/person
Deluxe Room (triple sharing):                            Php 4,100.00/person
Deluxe Room (double sharing):                         Php 5,100.00/person

Prime Room (quadruple sharing):                      Php 4,250.00/person
Prime Room (triple sharing):                              Php 4,950.00/person
Prime Room (double sharing):                           Php 6,400.00/person

Beachfront Casita Room (double sharing):         Php10,150.00/person
Beachfront Casita Room (single occupancy):      Php18,150.00/person

Cliffside Casita Room (double sharing):              Php12,800.00/person
Cliffside Casita Room (single occupancy):          Php23,500.00/person

CONFERENCE SECRETARIATS

Ms.Supaporn Chuangchid
Executive Secretary
Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP)
Suranaree University of Technology
Academic Building 2, Room 227, 111 University Avenue, Suranaree District, Muang
Nakhorn Ratchasima 30000, Thailand
Website: www.e-aunap.org
Phone, What’s App, Viber, LINE: +66 85 7687474
Email: auapheadquarter1995@gmail.com

Miss Michelle S. Baguinat
VPRED Office Staff
Jose Rizal Memorial State University, Main Campus
Gov. Guading Adasa St., Sta. Cruz, Dapitan City Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines 7101
Mobile No. +639173274144
Email: jrmsu.vpred@yahoo.com.ph