Dr. Bernardo Caslib Jr: Virtue Ethics and Philosophy of Education

Dr. Bernardo N. Caslib Jr. is a prominent academic and philosopher based at the University of the Philippines Manila (UPM). Within the university, he is a faculty member under the Department of Social Sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences.

He is widely recognized by students and peers alike for his expertise in ethics and his ability to make complex philosophical concepts accessible.

Academic Profile & Specialization

Dr. Caslib holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and serves as an Associate Professor. His scholarly work is deeply rooted in the intersection of philosophy and modern societal issues. His primary areas of focus include:

Applied Ethics & Bioethics: Given UP Manila’s status as the country’s health sciences center, his work often bridges moral philosophy with healthcare and professional ethics.

Philosophy of Education: He is a vocal advocate for the role of moral education in higher education, arguing that it is essential for developing a "moral citizenry" rather than just a productive workforce.

Social & Political Philosophy: His research often explores themes like social justice, governance, and the philosophical foundations of Filipino society.

Key Contributions

Founding Member of PhilSEP: He is a founding member of the Philippine Society of Education and Philosophy (PhilSEP), established in 2024 to foster intellectual discourse on educational theory in the Philippines.

List of Accepted Papers for Oral Presentation in the 16th SES Conference

1. Donnalen Quezon (MSU-IIT) - The Paradox of Justice: A Feminist Analysis of How the Philippine Legal System Reinforces Silence Among Rape Victims through Catharine MacKinnon’s Theory of the State 2. Najifah Macaraya & Erickson Totanes (MSU - GenSan) - Thinking Peace: A Philosophical Approach to Inner and Social Harmony 3. Francis Matay-ao Jr. (Isabela State University) - Principle-Centered Leadership: A Catalyst for Sustainable Development in Higher Education Institutions 4. Shasell Ybanez (MSU-IIT) - A Foucauldian Analysis of How Mega Influencers Reconfigure Knowledge and Desire in the Click-to-Bet Economy 5. Casey Tuazon & Shasell Ybanez (MSU-IIT) - The Ethical Implications of David Poplar’s Concept of Play Framing in the Context of Body-Shaming Humor Toward Filipino Women: A Luna Dolezal Body and Shame Analysis 6. Marlon Naiz (Southern Christian College) - Redefining Ecotourism: A Conservationist Analysis Based On Aldo Leop...

Context and Culture: Situating Mindanao's Position in the General Education Curriculum

The Social Ethics Society, in cooperation with the College of Social Sciences and Humanities, and the Philosophy Department of Mindanao State University - Main, and North Valley College, invite you to a public forum, Context and Culture: Situating Mindanao's Position in the General Education Curriculum, this coming May 20, 2026, (Wednesday) from 1PM to 6PM via ZOOM. This activity intends to gather the voices and ideas from Mindanao and others - the Jesuit and Catholic identity of education, the perspectives of Muslim Filipinos, Lumads, professors and young teachers, including those teaching basic education and the vantage points of college students. Dr. Jeremiah Joven Joaquin of DLSU will provide the history and context of the General Education Curriculum in the Philippines. As we try to navigate the contentious discourse on the reframed GE curriculum, this discussion hopes to provide Mindanao an open and democratic platform towards inclusivity and social justice. The output of th...

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