The External Programs of the University of Batangas, formerly Western Philippine
Colleges, was formally started way back in May 20, 1985 with the appointment of Mrs.
Remedios L. Cilindro as Dean of External Programs. Nevertheless, the extension services had
been an integral part of the school’s plans and programs since its foundation having provided
functional literacy, livelihood development projects, feeding programs for malnourished children
in depressed areas, coordinated and facilitated the conduct of seminars on drug abuse
prevention, responsible parenthood, nutrition, etc. in various schools and communities in
Batangas City and suburbs, gift giving to indigents and school children during Christmas and
Foundation Days, “Care and Share Program,” “Bigay Puso,” etc.