GuamTemps gives tips for job interviews

University of Guam students gathered in the RFK Library on Nov. 21 to gain knowledge about the dos and don’ts of a job interview. GuamTemps Employment Services recruiting manager Rose Songsong and administrative assistant Christie Pangelinan gave a presentation that outlined how job seekers should act during an interview and what it is that employers …

Bill would allow merit award recipients to attend GCC before UOG

High school merit award recipients now have the choice of using their scholarship money to take freshman and sophomore-level courses at the Guam Community College, and then transferring to UOG to complete their bachelors degrees. Bill 148-34, introduced by Senator Louise Muña, was unanimously passed by the 34th Guam Legislature on Oct. 24 during its …

The benefits of multiple tracks in degree programs

The freedom to choose focus tracks is not a privilege prospective communication majors at the University of Guam can enjoy. Instead, they now have the choice between a focus in communications studies or mass media and journalism. This change in the Communication program was made official in the undergraduate course catalog for school year 2016-2017. …

Senator Louise Borja Muña: A working mom for Guam

HAGATNA, GU—Prior to running for office, Senator Louisa Borja Muña exhibited a strong passion for helping Guam residents in regards to their health. Officially, she is a senator of the 34th Guam Legislature. Unofficially, she says she is many other things: a group exercise certified instructor, a performing singer, and a mother. For over 20 …

SHRM to hold leadership conference in October

The 2017 Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Guam Chapter is holding its annual conference on Friday, Oct. 6, 2017 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Dusit Thani Guam Resort Royal Ballroom. There will also be a networking hour from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at The Cellar of the Dusit Thani. This …

Faculty evaluation response rates at a decline

In Fall 2014, UOG changed the way it administers student evaluations of courses and faculty. Initially conducted on a paper-and-pencil format, the evaluations were changed to an online system called CollegeNet. Since this conversion, response rates for evaluations have declined, which leaves some in the University alarmed. “The problem is now that it’s become electronic, …