Classroom Assignments

1)   Classrooms for the following courses

Course	Professor	Day and Time	Classroom
Hebrew	Villanueva	Tue 1:30pm – 4:00 pm	T1
Ecumenism	Javier	Tue 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm	T2
Biblical Apostolate	Alejandrino	Thu 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm	Arnoldus Hall
Islam	Oliveros	Fri 4:00 pm –  6:00 pm	Arnoldus Hall
Synoptics II	Flores	Tue 8:10 am – 9:55 am	Arnoldus Hall
Creation and Eschatology	Ferrer	Tue 10:15 am – 12:00 pm	Arnoldus Hall
Theology of Preaching	Ferrer	Wed 9:05 am – 12:00 pm	Arnoldus Hall
Johannine Writings	Alejandrino	Fri 8:10 am – 12:00 pm	Arnoldus Hall
SVD Missionary Spirituality	Pernia	Mon 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm	DWIMS
Developments in Mission	Recepcion	Tue 8:10 am – 11:05 am	DWIMS

*The rest of classes for T1, T2, T3 & T4 will be held as usual at their respective classrooms.

2) Note the start date of the following Classes:

• Biblical Hebrew Language (Villanueva) will start on Tuesday, November 4, 2014 (1:30 pm – 4:00 pm). 
•  Ecumenism (Javier) will also start on Tuesday, November 4, 2014 (2:00 pm – 4:00 pm).\
• SVD Missionary Spirituality (Pernia) will start on Monday, November 10, 2014 (1:30 pm – 4:30 pm) 
•  Liturgy and Time (Crisostomo) will start on Wednesday, November 18, 2014  (8:10 am-9:55 am)

Start of Second Semester 2014-2015

Courses and Programs

Sacrae Theologiae Baccalaureus  (STB) - through affiliation with the Pontifical Urbaniana University (Rome)

Ecclesiastical Program

Master of Arts in Theology (MA in Theology) - Civil Degree, Commission on Higher Education
1. Major in Sacred Scriptures
2. Major in Systematic Theology
3. Major in Moral Theology
4. Major in Missiology
5. Major in Church History
6. Major in Spirituality
7. Major in Pastoral Ministry (non-thesis program)
8. Major in Mission Studies (non-thesis program)

Bachelor of Arts in Theology (AB in Theology) - Civil Degree, Commission on Higher Education

Certificate in Theological Studies (CTS)

Sacrae Theologiae Licentiatus (STL in Missiology) - DWIMS and University of Santo Tomas

Certificate in Mission Studies (CMS)

Alternative Learning System (ALS) - Department of Education

Tuition and Fees - School Year 2014-2015

Click here for DWST Tuition and Fees - School Year 2014-2015.

Syllabus - Courses of Dr. Rico Villanueva

Wisdom Literature - Psalms

Syllabus - Fr. Ross Heruela, SVD

Syllabus for Ecclesiology

Syllabus - Flores

Syllabus for Synoptics II Course

Syllabi (Course Guides) - Sister Miriam Alejandrino, OSB

Students in Sr. Miriam's classes for the second semester (2104-15, you can download the course guides (syllabi) here:

1. Johannine Literature (T3)

2. Prophetic Literature (T2)

3. Biblical Apostolate (Special Course)

Syllabus - Sr. Maria Iloisa Cabantog, DSJC

Thesis Seminar

Canon Law Books II-III

Syllabus - courses of Fr. Felix Ferrer, SVD

Theology of Preaching

Creation and Eschatology

Syllabus - Fr. Wilfredo Saniel, SVD

SPIRITUAL THEOLOGY SYLLABUS

Special Course on Islam - Interreligious Dialogue

Click here for the Syllabus on Special Course on Islam - Interreligious Dialogue
Instructor: Dr. Renato Oliveros

Final Examinations Schedule (Sem 1 2014-2015)

 

Library Clearance Guidelines

Library Clearance Guidelines.

Prior to the signing of the clearance, the following must be fulfilled:
1. Payment of dues (photocopies, fines, etc.).

2. All borrowed books must be returned.
[At the end of every semester, all students must return all borrowed library materials. All students need to do this in order to obtain clearance from the library – from the Verbum Handbook, p. 111].
• Borrowing resumes as soon as student is enrolled and will be allowed through the semestral break. However, lost books will be fined the cost of its replacement (market price).

Cancellation of Classes During Inclement Weather

Please read here CHED Memo 15 series of 2012

In addition (for DWST):

Since the cancellation of classes during storm signal no. 2 and below or inclement weather is at the discretion also of the heads of the graduate schools (see CHED guideline no. 3), if there is NO ANNOUNCEMENT from the DWST Dean of the suspension of classes, CLASSES WILL BE HELD. DWST authorities will see to it that suspension of classes would be promptly and sufficiently announced (via text messages to the rectors, professors, DWSTSA president; on DWST blog, Facebook, and website).

For the professors who live outside Tagaytay and who may find it difficult to travel due to inclement weather, please inform the Dean as soon as possible for prompt information to our students.

 "Even without the cancellation or suspension of classes, students who are unable to report to class or participate in scheduled activities such as exams due to inclement weather shall be given consideration and be allowed to make up for the missed class or activity" (CHED guidline no. 5). This applies esp. to lay students and CTS students.

Promissory Note Form

To download a copy of dwst promissory note format, click here.

Dogma Comprehensive Examinations

Dogmatic Theology Comprehensive Examinations
Divine Word Seminary – Tagaytay City
School Year 2016-2017

All students in the Ecclesiastical Course take the Dogmatic Theology Comprehensive Examinations (Dogma Compre), both written and oral, after completing all required course work. The Dogma Compre aim to determine whether students have sufficient theological knowledge for the fruitful exercise of their ministry. They are a requirement for graduation in the Ecclesiastical Course.

The matter for the Dogma Compre is based on the List of Theses (Tesario) provided by the Pontifical Urbaniana University (Rome).

CLICK HERE to download the questions and the procedure.




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Dogmatic Theology Comprehensive Examinations
Divine Word Seminary – Tagaytay City
School Year 2015-2016

All students in the Ecclesiastical Course take the Dogmatic Theology Comprehensive Examinations (Dogma Compre), both written and oral, after completing all required course work. The Dogma Compre aim to determine whether students have sufficient theological knowledge for the fruitful exercise of their ministry. They are a requirement for graduation in the Ecclesiastical Course.

The matter for the Dogma Compre is based on the List of Theses (Tesario) provided by the Pontifical Urbaniana University (Rome).

Click here for the Tesario and the Procedure.

DWST Enrollment for Semester 2

DOWNLOAD
PRE-ENROLLMENT FORM HERE.

Red-Letter Days in August at DWST

August 13-14 (Wed-Thu) – DWSTSA Day
Classes are suspended from wed afternoon to whole day of Thu; all students are enjoined to participate

August 15 (Fri) – Forum on Phil. Church History
from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. classes are suspended but all students are asked to attend the forum

August 21 (Thu) – Ninoy Aquino Day
Schola vacat

August 25 (Mon) – National Heroes Day
Schola Vacat

DWST Term Paper - Updated info on moderator change (for T1)

Since Fr. Ferrer, SVD can only take in only 5 students, the following students (with asterisks) assigned initially to him will have to submit also their proposals in the meantime to Fr. Randy Flores, SVD  (both through e-mail rrandy33@yahoo.com and print.

Launching of the book, From Mission Church to Misionary Church by Fr. Michael Layugan, SVD

DWST is invited at the launching of the book, From Mission Church to Misionary Church by Fr. Michael Layugan, SVD, our Rector on August 15, 2014 at the Aula Magna. Activity starts at 8:30 a.m. Classes in the morning will be suspended to allow students and professors to attend the launching.

Term Paper Research Area T1 and T2

Midterm Exam Schedule (August 4-8, 2014)

NO CHANGE of classrooms from the Arnoldus Library this week; NO classes on JUNE 29 - Tuesday

A change of classrooms from the Arnoldus Hall was announced earlier. Please ignore the previous announcement. Classes at the Arnolds Hall will take place as usual.

July 29, 2014, Tuesday – Eid’l Fitr (Regular Holiday, by virtue of Proclamation No. 826, s. 2014)

Suspended classes at DWST FRIDAY 7/18/14

Classes at DWST on FRIDAY 7/18/14 remain suspended. Regular classes resume on Monday 7/21/14

Typhoon Glenda at DWST

Glenda toppled a good number of trees at DWST, flooded offices, classrooms and private rooms -- the most destructive perhaps in 50 years. The gigantic narra tree at the eastern side of the Arnoldus Library was uprooted but it  miraculously fell down away from the library building.

Classes still suspended at DWST Thursday 7/17/14

Classes remain to be suspended at DWST on Thursday 7/17/14 to give way to clear the grounds from fallen trees and dry offices and classrooms.

no classes at dwst on july 16 wed.

From the Department of Education

With #GlendaPH already within the Philippine Area of Responsibility, here’s the list of areas with class suspensions

 

Dogmatic Theology Synthesis Paper

Click here for the guide on writing the Dogmatic Theology Synthesis Paper

Term Paper: The Mechanics of the Annual Research Paper (T1 and T2)

Click the following links on the Term Paper:

1. The Annual Research Paper (Mechanics)

2. Term Paper Research Area Form

3. Term Paper Proposal Form

UPDATED JULY to DECEMBER SCHEDULE – DWST SY 2014-15

UPDATED JULY to DECEMBER SCHEDULE – DWST SY 2014-15

July 3 (Thurs.)	Presentation of Candidates for the DWSTSA
July 5 (Sat.)	CRSP (Barnabites) - Feast Day
July 7 (Mon.)	FASTER MEETING
July 10 (Thurs.)	DWSTSA Election of Officers
July 11 (Fri.)	CANON LAW Forum with Atty. Lorna Kapunan
July 24 (Thurs.)	DWSTSA Oath Taking
July 21 - 25 (Mon.-Fri.)	Students’ Evaluation by the Dean of Studies (T-4)
Aug.4 - 8 (Mon.-Fri.)	Mid-term Examinations
Aug. 13 - 14 (Wed-Thurs.)	DWSTSA (Student’s Association) Day
Aug 15 (Fri)	CHURCH HISTORY TALK AND BOOK LAUNCHING Fr. Mike Layugan, SVD
Aug. 19 (Tues.)	Free Cut for CJM - Feast Day
Aug. 21 (Thurs.)	Ninoy Aquino Day (No Classes)
Aug. 25 (Mon.)	National Heroes Day (No Classes)
Aug. 28 (Thurs.)	Free Cut for SASMA - Feast Day (Classes)
Aug. 25 - 29 (Mon.-Fri.)	Students’ Evaluation by the Dean of Studies (T-3)
Sept. 8 (Mon.)	SVD Foundation Day (No Classes)
Sept. 15 (Mon.)	Free cut for Tertiary Capuchins’ (Amigonians) - Feast Day
Sept. 22 - 26 (Mon.-Fri.)	Students’ Evaluation by the Dean of Studies (T-2)
Sept 22 - 26 (Mon.-Fri.)	Enrollment Week for the Second Semester
Sept. 25 (Thurs.)	Submission of Project Paper Proposal (T-3)
Oct. 4 (Sat.)	OFMCap Feast Day
Oct 7 (Tue.)	Submission of draft of the Dogma Synthesis Paper (T4 First Season)
Oct. 6-10 (Mon.-Fri.)	Students’ Evaluation by the Dean of Studies (T-1)
Oct. 6-10 (Mon.-Fri.)	Final Examinations
Oct. 13 - Nov.3	Semester Break
Oct. 27-28 (Mon. &Tues.)	Dogma Oral/Written Compre Exams (T-4 First Season1)
Nov. 1 (Sat.)	All Saints’ Day
Nov. 4 (Tue.)	Professors’ submission: final grades for the 1st sem
Nov. 3 (Tue.)	Start of the Second Semester
Nov. 10 (Mon.)	FASTER MEETING
Nov. 17 (Mon.)	Start of Classes for the Special Courses
Nov. 19 (Wed.)	Project Paper Defense (T-4)
Dec. 1 (Mon.)	Free Cut for TMP - Foundation Day
Dec. 4 (Thurs.)	CHED: Submission of Enrollment List
Dec. 5 (Fri.)	DWSTSA Christmas Party
Dec. 8 (Mon.)	Feast of the Immaculate Conception (No Classes)
Dec 12 (Fri.)	Submission of the First Draft of Term Papers (T1 and T2)
Dec. 15 – Jan. 4, 2015	Christmas Break
January 5 (Mon.)	Post-Xmas Break Classes Resume
January 9 (Fri.)	Submission of the Final Draft of Term Papers (T1 and T2)

canon law forum at dwst

Latest issue of Diwa, v. 38 no. 2 (2013)

To download a complete copy in pdf of Diwa 38, no, 2 (2013), please click HERE.

FASTER MEETING 1 (2014)

DWIMS LECTIO CORAM - Fr. Hermes Sabud, SM

DWIMS LECTIO CORAM
In celebration of the First Anniversary of DWIMS 5 JULY 2014 / 10: 00 AM

A Public Lecture by Fr. Hermes "Larry" Sabud, SM

Topic: “The Role of the Holy Spirit in Mission in the Light of Redemptoris Missio”

Reactors: Fr. Michael Layugan SVD & Fr. Antonio Pernia, SVD

DWST are invited to attend this public lecture on the thesis of Fr. Larry.

Canon Law Forum on Marriage with Atty Lorna Kapunan

Orientation for Theology Students of the DWST

Click here to down load a pdf copy.

Mass of the Holy Spirit

Corrected Schedule

Note:
Flores and Ferrer schedule for the change:

Dates to Remember for the Month of June

ENROLLMENT PROCEDURE

ENROLLMENT PROCEDURE

FIRST SEMESTER, AY 2014 – 2015

Click here to download enrollment procedure file in pdf.

Click here to download pre-enrollment form.

1. Each student should enroll personally.

2. Enrollment period is from JUNE 2 to 6, 2014. Late enrollees will have to pay a corresponding fine.

3. Students who did not submit the necessary enrollment requirements (Transcript of Records or Transfer Credentials, Birth Certificates, one passport size picture, recommendation letter, foreign students – I-card , passport, visa) are required to submit them before filling up the registration forms.

School Calendar for Academic Year 2014-2015

DATE                                                   EVENT
                                     2014

June 2 - 6 (Mon.- Fri.)	Enrollment Period
June 9 (Mon.)	Start of Classes
June 11 (Wed.)	Opening Mass
June 12 (Thurs.) June 14 (Sat.)	Independence Day (No Classes) Start of CTS Classes

DWST SEMICENTENNIAL AWARDEES

THE DWST SEMICENTENNIAL AWARDS
Awarding Ceremonies:  7:00 PM, March 11, 2014
Covered Court, Divine Word Seminary, Tagaytay City
(Philippines)

On the occasion of the DWST Semicentennial, the members of the academic and formation community of the Divine Word Seminary, Tagaytay City, have chosen the following alumni as awardees:

A Pioneer's Remembrances: DWST (June 1965 to March 1969)

by Fr. Willy Villegas, SVD (DWST graduate 1965)

DWST Alumni Homecoming: All Alumni Invited to Join

GRAND ALUMNI HOMECOMING

The Divine Word Seminary Tagaytay, in celebration of its 50th year, will be having a grand alumni homecoming this March 11-12, 2014. Both days will begin with the holy mass at 8 am, followed by theological symposia, sports activities, and vespers. To cap each day there will be a recognition and awards night and musical presentations.

DWST Semicentennial Lectures by Four Distinguished Speakers

DWST Semicentennial Lectures by Four Distinguished Speakers:
Divine Word Seminary
SVD Road, Tagaytay City Philippines

Conversation between Cardinal Tagle and John L. Allen, Jr.

Join a rare public conversation between Cardinal Chito Tagle and world-renowned Vatican expert and journalist John L. Allen, Jr at the Dinner for the Missions!