Orientation to Chem (CHE181 - Prelims)

Spur gear

manifests the school’s never-ending quest for excellence

12 teeth

represent the original 10 dynamic heads and the 2 very dynamic and strong personalities who gave life to the school — Dr. Nicolas G. Escario, Sr., (Founder and 1st President), and Don Simplicio A. Lizares (First Chairman of the Board).

3 sides of the equilateral triangle

3 engineers who laid groundwork for the establishment of the school:

• Engr. Fidel C. Dagani

• Engr. Amancio A. Alcordo

• Engr. Jose A Cavan

6 icons inside the triangle

represent the six original programs envisioned by the founding fathers in 1946

medieval castle

Civil Engineering

kinetic gear

Mechanical Engineering

lightning bolt

Electrical Engineering

retort

Chemical Engineering

volute

Architecture

bowl of hygieia

Pharmacy

Perpetually lit lamp

symbolizes wisdom and knowledge which later on symbolized the Education program

CIT University Hymn

embodies the noble spirit and fine traditions of CIT University

Engr. Leon Magbanua

a student and editor of the official student publication “The Technician,” composed the Maroon and Gold.

Mr. Floro Abadia

the Bandmaster of CIT Univerity, arranged the hymn into a choir rendition.

CIT University Hymn

First published in the first issue of the residuum in 1948 and was first sung on the first graduation exercise of the same year.

Dr. Nicolas L. Escarion, Jr.

His musical insights enriched 60th anniversary celebration of CIT University.

University Conferment Day (July 7)

• Celebrates the granting of university status to the institution by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED).

Colors Day (August 26)

• Celebrates the birth anniversary of the late President Rodolfo T. Lizares, Sr.

Founder’s Day (December 6)

• Commemorates the birth anniversary of the founder, Dr. Nicolas G. Escario, Sr.

• CIT Uni honors the late Dr. Nicolas G. Escario, Sr. whose far reaching vision and all-pervading philanthropy have made education possible for thousands

University Day (March 2)

• Celebrates the birth anniversary of the late Don Simplicio A. Lizares Sr., First Chairman of the Board of Trustees.

6 Colleges

• CEA - College of Engineering and Architecture

• CCS - College of Computer Studies

• CABM - College of Accountancy & Business Management

• CASE - College of Arts, Science, & Education

• CCJ - College of Criminal Justice

• CNAHS - College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences

PACUCOA

Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation
(11-Time PACUCOA awardee)

1946

Year CIT-U was founded

Pioneering Programs:

Civil

Mechanical

Electrical

Architecture