THE SCHOOL EMBLEM
The school emblem portrays St. Louis College of Bulanao as embracing the blue mountains and green meadows of Kalinga and neighboring regions. It proudly features the majestic Cross of the Resurrection. Illustrating the institution’s vision and mission to foster a culture of peace, prosperity, and progress; to enhance a deep appreciation and care for creation, cultural heritage, and to encourage the grit for learning. At the heart of this journey lies Christ and His transformative Word that breathes new life into every facet of creation.
OUR PATRON
St. Aloysius (Louis) Gonzaga was born into Italian nobility and educated at the Medici court in Florence. Despite the allure of royal life, he chose to become a priest, renouncing his inheritance and family title, much to his father's dismay. Entering the Jesuit novitiate in 1585, he was known for his charity, humility, and chastity. During a plague in Rome, he selflessly cared for the sick, ultimately contracting the illness himself and dying after three months. Canonized in 1726, he is the patron saint of Catholic youth, particularly students.
Vision and Mission
✨ Vision
We, the Louisians, envision a Christ-centered learning community that nurtures excellence, values culture, and forms compassionate leaders who serve with purpose for the greater glory of God.
⚡ Mission
Therefore, we are committed to providing holistic formation through:
- Dynamic Christian formation
- Relevant instruction
- Academic excellence and competence
- Strong Research, and
- Responsive community engagement
SLCB Core Values
As Louisian learners, we live by the core values that define who we are and guide how we serve others. Together, we uphold:
We promote fairness, respect, and peaceful solutions in our lives and communities.
We care for the environment and honor the rich cultural heritage of our people.
We strive for intellectual growth, ethical thinking, and lifelong mastery of essential knowledge and skills.
We follow Jesus Christ in faith and action, inspired by Gospel values. We grow in spirituality, love, and service.
We lead with compassion and serve with responsibility for a better society.
History of St. Louis College of Bulanao
St. William’s Academy (SWA) was the cradle of St. Louis College Bulanao (SLCB). “The St. William’s Academy had two departments: the high school department and the college department which were located in two different campuses. The distance between the two campuses was exactly one and half kilometers.” (Coll. Feasibility Study about St. William’s College Kalinga-Apayao, 1993, Sr. Carmen Fianza, SIHM.) “Although…different ownership, the two departments are registered under the same name and corporation and are legally under one board of trustees.” (Coll. Fianza, 1993)
SWA started its First Year High School as an annex of St. Theresita’s School of Tabuk (STS Tabuk), Dagupan, during the SY 1965-66, but it was housed on weekdays at the Bulanao Catholic Chapel. In the SY 1966-67, SWA high school offered 1st yr and 2nd yr, still as annex of STS Tabuk; while the permit to offer also a 3rd yr was being negotiated. Only a movable partition separated the two years.
On June 27, 1967, the Permit no. 262 s. 1967 to operate I yr and III yr (HSD), was released by the Department of Education under the registered name of St. William’s Academy (SWA). Fr. Andres Nowe, CICM, was the Director; Mr. Guido Mangawit was the principal. On July 3, 1968, permit no. 214 s. 1968 and Government Recognition no. 236 s. 1968 was issued (SWA) (already started operating 4th yr without permit). At the end of the SY (1968-69) the High School Department had 63 HS graduates. After the SY 1969-70, High School Department graduated the 2nd batch of High School graduating students.
- 1966-1967
SLCB reported “Year established: 1967” (CHED Form A1: Institutional Profile) “Year converted to College Status: 1967” (CHED A1) “January 3, 1967: The official establishment to open a College in Tabuk after having been incorporated on November 4, 1966.” (SLCB, Alumni Souvenir Book, 2007).
- 1967-68
A preserved flyer says:
“Welcome to: ST. WILLIAM’S COLLEGE, Bulanao, Tabuk, Kalinga-Apayao, affiliated with St. Louis University of Baguio City. Enrolment starts on June 17, 1968, classes start on July 1, 1968. Courses Offered: AB-General (4 yrs.), Education [BSE-4 yrs.], Pre-Nursing [2 yrs.], Commerce [BSC 4yrs], Associate in Secretarial Science [ASS 2yrs].” - 1968-69
In the same SY (1968-1969), the SWA College Department operated its 1st year in AB, BSE, ASS, and PN (in the High School campus).
- 1969-70
The College Department graduated the 1st batch of the 2-year course Associate in Secretarial Science (ASS).
- 1970-1971
In the SY 1970-1971, the SWA College Department, housed in the new site, had the 1st graduates of the 4-year courses.
- 1971-1972
Fr. Andres Nowe, CICM, became the College President.
- 1973-1974
In 1973, the Permit to offer a 2-year Commerce course was granted. Fr. Andres Nowe was the College President and the President of SLC, Tuguegarao. Jovenal Arboleda, the former Dean of Student Affairs, became the Vice President and later President, when Fr. Nowe left for Cebu.
- 1974-1975
In 1975, Sister Claire Algoet, ICM, became College President.
- 1978-1979
St. William’s gymnasium construction began; followed by a two-storey Administrative Building at the College Campus.
- 1984-1985
June 18, 1984: The Liberal Arts and Education Courses were granted Government Recognition. March 1985: Administrative Offices were moved to the new Administrative Building.
- 1985-1986
June 19, 1985: Government recognition was given for Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Science in Education.
- 1986-1987
Permit to open a 3-year Commerce Course was applied for.
- 1988-1989
The Course of Commerce was phased out. In its place, the Departments for the Secondary and Elementary Courses expanded in enrollment.
- 1990-91
The Government recognition of the BEED course was given and made effective.
- 1991-92
In 1991, Sr. Carmel Fianza, SIHM became the Executive Officer (EO) of the College. From her words, is known that in St. William’s Academy there are two departments.
- 1992-93
December 5, 1992, the Vicariate of Tabuk was established and Bishop Carlito J. Cenzon, CICM, DD. was installed Bishop. Later he assumed Presidency of the College.
“This is to certify that the name of St. William’s Academy,…has been changed to St. Louis College of Bulanao as registered with the SEC on 22 January 1993.” (SEC Document)
“In 1993, the CICM acquired ownership and operation of the college Department. Its name was changed to St. Louis College of Bulanao to be a part of the educational system of schools owned and managed by them in various parts of the country like the SLU Baguio, SLC San Fernando, USL Tuguegarao and SMU Bayombong.” - 1993-94
June 7, 1993. The idea of centralization first emerged in the BOT meetings... Louisian Today, the College Paper, was established.
- 1996-97
Permit 164 s. 1996 for Master of Arts in Education (MAED). May 1997, Bishop Cenzon left SLC Tuguegarao and became full time President of SLCB. Louisian Ethnic Studies for Peace and Development (LESPDEV) was organized.
- 2001-02
February 2002, Bishop Cenzon was transferred to Baguio. Fr. Feliciano Agatep was appointed Administrator of the Vicariate, became President till 2004.
- 2003-04
March 2004, Bishop Prudencio P. Andaya Jr. CICM, DD, installed as College President. He revived the College that was left behind to die a natural death.
- 2005-06
Renovation of the Rina Vera Cruz Libarnes Memorial Library. Inauguration of Cultural Heritage Research Center. Construction of new building began. November 2005: Opening of Louisian Internet Access.
- 2008-09
June 2008: Opening of BS Criminology in partnership with St. Mary’s University. School of Living Tradition established. SEC Registration of SLCB-CHRC issued.
- 2009-10
June 2009: Opening of SLCB Elementary Department. Government Recognition for BS Information Technology. Construction of Elementary building began.
- 2011-12
2011: Government Recognition for Bachelor of Science in Criminology issued by CHED.
- 2012-13
Government Recognition of Pre-School Education. Integration of 6 units Peace Education in the SLCB Curriculum implemented.
- 2014-15
June 20, 2014: Fr. Manuel D. Valencia, CICM, Ph.D. installed as full-time President. March 24, 2015: First Grade VI graduation of Elementary Department.
- 2015-16 & beyond
February 8, 2016: Blessing of new SWA & SLCB buildings. January 2020: Bishop Prudencio P. Andaya Jr. took over as College President.