School of Teacher Education & Liberal Arts
The School of Teacher Education and Liberal Arts (STELA) is the home for students who want to make language and literature, political science, psychology, humanities and music, and communication their main field of study.
School Overview
The School of Teacher Education and Liberal Arts (STELA) is the home for students who want to make language and literature, political science, psychology, humanities, music, and communication their main field of study. Future early childhood and adolescent educators and instructors are also housed in STELA. Graduates from the BA and BS programs utilize the opportunity to venture out and advance into law and medicine, and or studies related to Master’s and Doctorate degrees.
The School of Teacher Education and Liberal Arts are armed with research inquiry and knowledge of quantitative and qualitative approaches to pedagogical, sociopolitical, and cultural fields of study.
STELA aims to equip learners to:
- Demonstrates a competitive academic competence in the domains of learning
- Displays mastery of the 21st-century skills
- Exemplifies the epitome of a socially and professionally accepted code of conduct
- Research on current global trends for the promotion of change and social progress
- Contributes significantly to environmental programs and community development
- Exhibits the highest standards and practices in their chosen profession
Programs Offered
Boasting alumni with national and international recognition in education and the arts, language and literature, humanities and social sciences, students at the School of Teacher Education and Liberal Arts are armed with research inquiry and knowledge of quantitative and qualitative approaches to pedagogical, sociopolitical, and cultural fields of study.
STELA News Updates Content

UB Paves Transformative Practices Through PRIME Session on AI and Data Analytics in Education
On May 25, 2026, members and representatives from the academic council of the University of Baguio reinforced commitments to thrive in knowledge building and technology-driven efforts through a transformative session

UB and DILG-CAR Empower Future-Ready Communities Through the ‘Cordillera Civicademy’ Initiative
On May 20, 2026, esteemed members and representatives from the University of Baguio and the Department of the Interior and Local Government – Cordillera Administrative Region (DILG-CAR) exchanged civic discussions

UB Congratulates the 2026 LET Passers
The University of Baguio congratulates the School of Teacher Education and Liberal Arts (STELA) on achieving an impressive result in the recently held 2026 Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) administered

University of Baguio and CAS Thailand Celebrate Successful Cultural Exchange Program for 2026
On May 14, 2026, five (5) Thai students from the College of Asian Scholars (CAS) recently wrapped up a meaningful five-month academic stay at the University of Baguio, creating a

UB GAIL 2026: Celebrating collaborative education and sustainable futures
Collaborative education is essential for a sustainable future. Education cannot function in isolation. It should evolve with the needs of the community and the demands of industries, ensuring that it

Celebrating Worldwide Impact: University of Baguio Recognized Among Top 100 Innovative Universities in WURI 2026
The University of Baguio is proud to announce its staggering nomination and award-winning performance at the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI) 2026, highlighting efforts in quality education and innovation
Research & Development
STELA covers a wide range of fields: behavioral and cognitive sciences, education and social work, geography and spatial planning, humanities and social sciences. The faculty’s research and teaching focuses on social, economic, political and educational issues with the common goal of contributing to an inclusive, open and resourceful society.
List of Partners
National, Regional, and Local Partners
- 95.1 FM Love Radio
- 95.9 Big Sound FM
- Amianan Balita Ngayon
- Regional News Group (RNG) Luzon
- Philippine Information Office (PIO)
- People’s Television Network, Inc. (PTV) Cordillera
- Pines International Academy, Inc
- Department of Tourism- CAR
- Baguio Chronicle Media, Inc.
Department of Transportation- CAR - Lucban Integrated School
- Josefa Cariño Elementary School
- City Legal Office
Global Partners
- College of Asian Scholars, Khon Kaen , Thailand
- Nagasaki Wesleyan University, Nagasaki, Japan
Our Faculty
ANTONIO D. MANGALIAG, PhD
Dean, STELA
Dahlia D. Soriano, PhD
Program Chair, BSED
Junalyn C. Penrad
Program Chair, BEED
Jeffrey L. Angagan, MA PE
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Karen D. Bete, PhD
Program Chair, BPED
Emmanuel L. Aller, BA Music
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Jenny Marsha B. Agtani, MAEM
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Jeffrey L. Angagan, MA PE
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Arnel B. Aswigue, Ph.D
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Jandenne Kate S. Bacasen, BSEd Eng
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Alfonso C. Balbin Jr., MA Pol Sci
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Virgilio II A. Bas-ilan, MA Philo
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Nicanor Jr. J. Bastian, MPA
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Renevick C. Bayog, BEED
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Jiffrey B. Bueno, BSEd Math
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Nicole Anne N. Carmen, MAEd
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Jerome P. Cayabyab, BSEd Math
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Angelica C. Corpuz, BEEd
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Lora Janis S. Dangatan, BS Psych
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Aida A. Dapiawen, PhD
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Mary Catherine G. Dela Cruz, MS Psych
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Mhebelyn N. Dizon, MAEd
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Ramil J. Domingo, PhD
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Beatriz C. Dumo, PhD
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Lexter S. Eligio, MAEd
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Claven Jr. T. Erodias, MAT-Math
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Ephraim A. Fiallaseo, BSEd Soc Stud
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John Jameson R. Flores, MAEd Engl
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Eriel Starr A. Gonzales, BA Pol Sci
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Gabriel K. Guzman, BSEd Engl
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Enrick D. Kismod, BA Music
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May Angeline R. Lapuz, MA Soc Stud
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Erjay A. Lerio, BSEd MAPEH
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Cesar P. Liwanag, PhD
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Maria Theresa B. Manalac, PhD
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Sophia Joyce L. Pagaduan, BA Com
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Sunshine K. Palatic, BA Pol Sci
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Jonah K. Palo, BSEd MAPEH
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Norman D. Patiang, MA Gen Sci
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Harold Deane B. Piog, BA Pol Sci
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Cristy Grace O. Ramilo, MA PE
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Raymart M. Ramos, BA Pol Sci
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Sabrina A. Ramos, PhD
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Leandro L. Rosete, MA Engl
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Julius A. Simon, PhD
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Jenessa Faith A. Solis, BSEd Soc Stud
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Romer D. Tanyag, PhD
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Charmaine P. Velarde, MS Bio
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Arnold T. Viray, MPA
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Cristine P. Andayan, MPA
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Michelle P. Ranges, PhD
Program Chair, BAEL
Rhoda Marie A. Cabronel
Program Chair, BS Psych
Rizalina M. Castillo, MAT-Eng
Program Chair, BA COM
Rhoda C. Tique, EdD
Program Chair, EdD
Stacy Hanie B. Ayson, PhD
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John Edward M. Alvarado, BSEd Soc Stud
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Rommel D. As-il, BSEd Soc Stud
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Marianne M. Andrada, PhD
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Faith B. Balajo, BSEd BSEd Soc Stud
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Mark Anthony C. Baliton, MPA, LLB
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Marianne K. Basoyang, MPA
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Ma. Joanna A. Bautista, MA Psych
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Joemel G. Benito, BA Music
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Christian D. Bistayan, MS Psych
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Oliver C. Cabarubias, MA PE
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Dyesebel L. Chinayo, PhD
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Aeryll Keith B. Cuadlisan, BSEd MAPEH
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Lorie D. Daodao, MA PE
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Jose C. Dela Cruz, BA Pol Sci, LLB
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Wilma W. Deponio, PhD
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Alexander L. Dolin, BSEd-Engl
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Santa Martha Carena D. Dumawing, MAEd Engl
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Elmer C. Eligio, PhD
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Lee Nico L. Emiliano, BSEd Soc Stud
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April Joy S. Fagunias, BS Psych
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Brian R. Flores, MPA
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Rafael O. Ganawed Jr., PhD
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Brent P. Gorio, MA ESL
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Melvin S. Guzman, BSEd Soc Stud
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Ma. Virginia A. Kitan, PhD
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Benjamin III B. Lasegan, BSEd Soc Stud
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Maricar B. Litilit, PhD
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Eunice D. Malabago, BSEd Math
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Jenifer B. Marigza, PhD
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Channel Dane S. Palangdao, BA Pol Sci
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Aira Jessa B. Palisoc, MA Psych
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Carlo D. Parrocha, BSEd MAPEH
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Larisse Kiel A. Pineda, BA Music
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Nelson O. Polvoriza, MA Music
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John Oliver M. Ramos, MAEd LGMT
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Rendel Deen G. Ramos, BSEd Soc Stud
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Johanna Pamela T. Rapayrapay, BSEd Math
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Wylleth Praise Sacyaten, BSEd Soc Stud
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Benecio D. Sokkong, DMD
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Roverlyn S. Sumeg-ang, MAED
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Miguel Xerxes R. Villacrucis, MACT
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Faith L. Yosayos, BSEd Soc Stud
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Joey S. Zamoranos, BSEd MAPEH
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