2. э THE BID
э THE HOST CITY
э THE HOST UNIVERSITY
э ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE
э PROPOSED SCHEDULE
э TOURNAMENTS PACKAGE
э ACCOMODATIONS
э SPECIAL PRIZES AND GIVE-AWAYS
э WHAT TO EXPECT
э SUMMARY

3. Capitol University (CU) is pleased to submit a
proposal to host the 27TH Mindanao Parliamentary
Debate Championship (MPDC).
In our earnest efforts to help foster and
spread the debate culture in the Southern
Philippines, CU has acquired the unequivocal
support from the administration through its
University President Atty. Casimiro B. Juarez, Jr.
This tournament will be a joint venture between
the CU – Parliamentary Debate Society and CU
administration to ensure the inevitable success of
the event.

4. CU has a unique combination of debate
experience and logistical knowledge in terms of event
organization, bringing to the table the ability to combine
efficiency and entertainment. CU, being the first Level 3
Accredited in Mechanical Engineering in the Philippines
by the PACUCUA and being recognized as the Top 1
Performing School in Maritime Education, has
successfully hosted numerous national events and
conferences, namely: the 7th National Conference on
Information Technology Education (NCITE) 2009, 1ST
Philippine Conference-Workshop on Mother Tongue-
based Multilingual Education 2010, 1st Mindanao
Cheerleading Competition 2011 and a host of other
reputable events.

5. CU – Parliamentary Debate Society is highly
committed to making the 227th Mindanao
Parliamentary Debate Championship a success. You
have our assurance that we shall deliver a unique and
efficient debate experience.
We are very excited to welcome you to the City of
Golden Friendship, Cagayan de Oro.
Sincerely Yours,
Luegim Ely D. Celmar
Prime Minister, CU – Parliamentary Debate Society

6. The City’s Short History
The City's history dates
back many centuries before
the Spaniards came to
Cagayan when the territory
was called Kalambagohan. Its
main town, Himologan, was a
hill-top fortress situated some
eight kilometers south of the
present Poblacion.

7. At the time when the first Spanish missionaries came
in 1622, the people of Cagayan had tributary relation to
Kudarat, the Muslim Sultan of Maguindanao empire in
Cotabato. However, the people had not embraced Islam
and instead, many became Christians after sometime.
Because of this, Muslim warriors began to attack the
settlement. As a defense strategy, the priests persuaded
the people to transfer from the hilltop to a better location
which is the present site of the Saint Augustine Cathedral.
The Cagayanons were able to defend themselves for
almost 250 years from Muslim harassment.
In 1738, Spanish dominance was felt in Cagayan.
When Misamis gained status of province in 1818, one of its
four districts was the Partidos de Cagayan.

8. In 1871, the "Partidos" became a town and was made
permanent capital of Misamis. In 1883, the town became seat of the
Spanish government in Mindanao for the provinces of Misamis
Oriental, Misamis Occidental, Bukidnon, Lanao del Norte.
Consequently, from a purely farming-fishing area, Cagayan
emerged into a booming commerce and trade center.
The war years in Cagayan were prompted by the presence
of the Americans in 1898. The Americans were initially and
successfully repulsed by the local forces led by Major Apolinar
Velez at the historic battle of Macahambus in June 4, 1900.
After the troubled years, peace finally brought back the
economic activities to normal under the guidance of Americans. St.
Augustine School, the forerunner of the present Xavier University
and of Lourdes College, was inaugurated in 1928.
On June 15, 1950 President Elpidio Quirino signed Republic
Act No. 521, which granted the status of a chartered city to the
municipality of Cagayan de Oro.

9. Following these events, the socio-economic order
underwent some far-reaching changes. Activities grew in scale and
importance until it developed as the administrative center for the
entire Northern Mindanao (Region X and XIII).
Today, Cagayan de Oro is one of the fastest growing cities
in the country and was declared a “Highly Urbanized City” by the
Ministry of Local Government last November 22, 1983.
http://www.cagayandeoro.gov.ph/index.php?page=about&cat=1

10. As a wellspring of academic services
to the Mindanao community, Capitol
University is committed to conduct all its
operations and the provision of services to its
clientele with the highest possible standards
of quality that is consistent with the resources
at its disposal.
This commitment is reflected in the
Vision, Mission, Institutional Objectives, and
Core Values of the institution and across the
full extent of all its activities. These range from
the close alignment of the University’s major
Madame Laureana San
strategic initiatives contained in the University Pedro Rosales
Strategic Plan to ongoing technical support Founder, Capitol
for individual instruction, community University
extension, and research undertakings.

11. Capitol University’s commitment is highlighted by a
comprehensive Quality Management System (QMS) that is
integrated into all facets of its operations. The major elements of the
ISO 9001:2008 international quality standards are the foundation of
its QMS aimed at generating the development and implementation
of the best institutional practice, continuous improvement of all its
operations, as well as engendering and maintaining a quality
culture and its awareness thereof among its entire staff.
http://www.cu.edu.ph/about-us/

12. Capitol University’s commitment
is highlighted by a comprehensive
Quality Management System (QMS) that
is integrated into all facets of its
operations. The major elements of the
ISO 9001:2008 international quality
standards are the foundation of its QMS
aimed at generating the development
and implementation of the best
institutional practice, continuous
improvement of all its operations, as well
as engendering and maintaining a
quality culture and its awareness thereof Museum of Three Culture
among its entire staff. (Capitol University’s
Museum)
http://www.cu.edu.ph/about-us/

13. Planning and Organizing Committee
Chairman: Cesar Z. Gamba
Adviser, CU – PDS
Vice – Chairman: Mark S. Tan
Adviser, CU – PDS
Communications Director: Luegim Ely D. Celmar
Logistics Committee: Charlie Simon
Transportation Committee: Allyn Cagampang
Venue Committee: Louella Buot
Schedule Committee: Jairus Magdadaro
Food Committee: Eunice Laurio

14. Socials Committee: Pamela Clavejo
Registration Committee: Korrine Frances Alarcon
Security and Other Services: Leo Pangan
Head, CU-PPFMO
Convener: Cesar Z. Gamba
Adviser, CU – PDS
Tournament Director: Mark S. Tan
Adviser, CU – PDS

15. Adjudication Core
To be elected by the Mindanao Parliamentary Debate Union.
Administrative Services
CU - Central Student Government
CU – Office of the President
CU – College of Arts and Sciences
CU – Parliamentary Debate Society

16. Day 1: Friday, February 22, 2013
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Registration Budgetel
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Opening Dinner, Capitol University
Adjudication Multi-Purpose
Exam Hall

17. Day 2: Saturday, February 23, 2013
Convening Area: Multi-Purpose Hall (Academic Bldg. 4)
6:00 AM – 8:00 AM Breakfast Served in the Hotel
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Round 1 Capitol University
Academic Building 1
10:30 AM – 12:00 Round 2 Capitol University
NN Academic Building 1
12:15 PM – 1:15 PM Lunch TBA
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Round 3 Capitol University
Academic Building 1
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM Round 4 Capitol University
Academic Building 1
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Break Night TBA

18. Day 3: Sunday, February 24, 2013
Convening Area: Multi-Purpose Hall (Academic Bldg. 4)
6:00 AM – 8:00 AM Breakfast Served in the Hotel
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Octofinal Round Capitol University
Audio Visual Rooms
10:30 AM – 12:00 NN Quarter Round Capitol University
Audio Visual Rooms
12:15 PM – 1:15 PM Lunch TBA
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Semifinal Round Capitol University
Audio Visual Rooms
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Championships/ TBA
Awarding/
Closing Program

19. Day 4: Monday, July, 30, 2012
12:00 NN Hotel Check Out

20. A.Stay-in Package P 3000.00
a)Accommodation for 3 days and 3 nights at Budgetel
i. Superior Double Rooms good for 3-4 people
ii. Superior Twin Rooms good for 3-4 people
iii. Family Rooms good for 8-10 people
iv. Dorm Type good for 12-16 people
v. Fully Air-conditioned Rooms
vi. Free Wifi
vii.Hot and Cold Shower
viii. 24 hour security
ix. 24 hour coffee shop
x.Spacious area outside for chit-chats over coffee or cigars
xi.Fronting 24 hour Chams convenient store
xii. Walking distance from Gaisano City Mall
xiii. More importantly, directly in front of CU

21. b) Food and Snacks
i. 2 breakfast meals (day 2, 3)
ii. 3 packed lunch meals (day 1, 2, 3)
iii. 1 packed dinner meal (day 2)
iv. 2 buffet dinners (day 1, 3) see Socials
v. 2 afternoon snacks (day 2, 3)
vi. Water and candies during the rounds
c) Socials
i. Opening Dinner at Budgetel grounds
1. Buffet dinner
2. Production numbers by CU Dance Troupe and Glee Club
ii. Break Night at CdO Bar
i. Opening Dinner at Budgetel grounds
iii. Championship Dinner
i. Buffet Dinner
ii. Live Band and Disco

22. d) Debate Kit
i. CU bag
ii. Customized 27th MPDC notepads
iii. 2 pens (black and red)
iv. 1 Folded fan
v. Nametag with lanyard
vi. 1 Pin
All these plus memories to last a lifetime. =)

23. B) Stay-out Package P 2,300.00
a) Food and Snacks
i. 2 breakfast meals (day 2, 3)
ii. 3 packed lunch meals (day 1, 2, 3)
iii. 1 packed dinner meal (day 2)
iv. 2 buffet dinners (day 1, 3) see Socials
v. 2 afternoon snacks (day 2, 3)
vi. Water and candies during the rounds
b) Socials
i. Opening Dinner at Budgetel grounds
1. Buffet dinner
2. Production numbers by CU Dance Troupe and Glee Club
ii. Break Night at CdO Bar
i. Opening Dinner at Budgetel grounds
iii. Championship Dinner
i. Buffet Dinner
ii. Live Band and Disco

24. c) Debate Kit
i. CU bag
ii. Customized 27th MPDC notepads
iii. 2 pens (black and red)
iv. 1 Folded fan
v. Nametag with lanyard
vi. 1 Pin
All these plus memories to last a lifetime. =)

25. Experience high standard accommodation with guest
rooms equipped with first class amenities only at Budgetel where
our debaters will be staying for three nights.
Budgetel is conveniently located in front of Capitol
University.

27. Amenities:
Superior Double Rooms good for 3-4
people
 Superior Twin Rooms good for 3-4 people
 Family Rooms good for 8-10 people
 Dorm Type good for 12-16 people
 Fully Air-conditioned Rooms
 Free Wifi
Hot and Cold Shower
 24 hour security
 24 hour coffee shop

31. REGULARS
The adje core will receive:
1 plaque of appreciation
Varsity jackets
CdO gift packs
The champion team will receive:
1 trophy and 3 medals
Varsity jackets
CdO gift packs

32. The grand finalist team will receive:
 1 trophy and 3 medals
 Varsity jackets
 27th MPDC souvenir
The tournament best speaker, finals best speaker and best
adjudicator will receive:
 1 trophy each
 27th MPDC souvenir
The rest of the best speakers and best adjudicators will receive:
 1 medal each
 27th MPDC souvenir

33. Specials
The first institution to register/arrive will receive free
27th MPDC souvenirs.
The first institution to send their full payments before
the tournament will receive free 27th MPDC
souvenirs.
We will be giving surprise awards during the Break Night
and Championship Night who will each receive
limited edition Varsity jackets.

34. Spacious and well-ventilated convening
area. We’ll make sure you can relax in
between rounds.
Clean and well-ventilated debate
rooms. Because we understand that
need to prep comfortably.
Friendly staff and volunteers. We are the
City of Golden Friendship after all.

35. Great food. We’ll make sure to serve in a
variety that suits everybody’s
preferences.
Comfortable accommodation. It’s near
the venue. No need to wake up extra
early to travel. No need to wait for the
bus to get you there.
Epic socials. Experience Cagayan de
Oro parties like no other.

36.  Cool kits, souvenirs and awards. Something
to remember about your CU@CdO debate
experience.
 Lasting memories. A pool of photographers
will be there to capture your moments. There
will also be fun photo booths during the
socials.
 Wellness care. A booth for free water and
candies. Medicine and first aids will also be
available just in case.

37. The best trophy is the one that is
intangible. The best awards are those that
last forever, because debate is more than
just a competition. Debate brings out the
best in all of us – debaters and adjudicators
alike.
We at Capitol University hope to give
you a debate competition that you will
never forget and will make you keep
coming back at Cagayan de Oro City.

38. We’d love to see you at Cagayan de Oro.
See you at CU!
CU@CdO 2013
27th Mindanao Parliamentary Debate Championships

39. Luegim Ely D. Celmar
Prime Minister, CU – Parliamentary Debate Society
Capitol University
Corrales Ext., Cagayan de Oro City, Phil.
+63916-175-8920
cudebatesociety@yahoo.com