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| Type | Private |
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| Established | 1950 |
| Founder | Dr. Ismael E. Yanga, Sr. and Mrs. Sofia D. Yanga |
| President | Dr. Marciano D. Yanga |
| Students | Nearly 5,000 |
| Address | McArthur Highway , Bocaue , Bulacan , Philippines |
| Campus | Urban |
| Colors | Blue and White |
| Nickname | DYCI |
| Affiliations | World Robot Olympiad, FIRST Lego League |
| Website | dyci.edu.ph |
Dr. Yanga's Colleges Inc. (DYCI) is a private educational institution located in Bocaue, Bulacan, Philippines. Established with a mission to provide holistic education, DYCI strives to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to be globally competitive while actively engaged in local societal development."About Us". Retrieved December 14, 2024.
History
[edit]Dr. Yanga's Colleges Inc. traces its roots to the 1950s, when the institution was founded as the Francisco Balagtas Academy (FBA) by the visionary couple, Mr. and Mrs. Gerardo Samson Sr. The academy was officially registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission in 1960, marking its formal establishment as an academic institution."History". Retrieved December 14, 2024.
In 1972, Dr. Ismael E. Yanga, Sr., and Mrs. Sofia D. Yanga assumed leadership of the Dr. Yanga’s School of Midwifery, earning Government Recognition and graduating its first batch of midwives by 1975. By 1974, the couple acquired FBA, renaming it to Dr. Yanga’s Francisco Balagtas Colleges (DYFBC) in 1987. Under their stewardship, the institution expanded its programs, gaining Government Recognition for secondary education in 1976 and introducing tertiary degree programs by 1977. These programs included Midwifery, Secretarial Education, Veterinary Medicine, Agriculture, Nursing, Commerce, and Seaman Training."History". Retrieved December 14, 2024.
The 1980s and 1990s were periods of significant growth. In 1989, DYFBC secured Government Recognition for its Nursing Degree Program. During the 1990s, the institution added majors to the College of Commerce and introduced degree programs in Marine Transportation and Marine Engineering in 1994. The passing of Dr. Ismael E. Yanga, Sr. in 1993 marked a transition, with Dr. Marciano D. Yanga taking over leadership."History". Retrieved December 14, 2024.
In 2000, the institution adopted its current name, Dr. Yanga’s Colleges, Inc. (DYCI). It achieved ISO certification and expanded its academic offerings further, adapting to the evolving demands of education."History". Retrieved December 14, 2024.
Recent Achievements
[edit]DYCI demonstrated resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic by launching the REIMAGINED Learning Program in 2020, ensuring uninterrupted education. The institution has achieved numerous accolades in international robotics competitions, such as the World Robot Olympiad (WRO). Notable accomplishments include:
WRO 2020X (Canada, Online):
DYCI Primes: 2nd Place (Open Category, Junior High Division)
DYCI Novus: 1st Place (Senior High Division)
PRO 2021: DYCI Primes secured 1st Place (Junior High Division).
WRO 2021 (Germany):
DYCI Primes: 1st Place (Junior High Division)
DYCI Novus: 4th Place
DYCI Primes 3.0: 8th Place (Future Engineers Category)
In 2022, DYCI’s Blue Ocean Team won the Champion's Award at the FLL competition, and DYCI Primes earned 1st Place at PRO 2022 and 3rd Place in the Future Innovators - Junior Category at WRO Germany. In 2023, the College Department achieved ISO 9001:2015 Certification, solidifying its commitment to quality education."History". Retrieved December 14, 2024.
References
[edit]External links
[edit]Official website