𝐉𝐇𝐂𝐒𝐂 – 𝐍𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲 𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐍𝐒𝐁𝐎) 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐃𝐏𝐂𝐍 𝟐𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 – Stronger & Bolder JHCSC for Quality Tertiary Education

Words and Photos by: Juanie G. Marchan and Kim G. Salatan – Nursing Student Body Organization (NSBO)

In a testament to academic excellence and leadership, the J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) – Nursing Student Body Organization (NSBO) proudly represented the School of Nursing at the Association of Deans of Philippine Colleges of Nursing (ADPCN) 23rd National Conference for Nursing Students held on October 5, 2025, at The Tent City, Manila Hotel, Manila.

With the theme “Transforming Nursing Education: Advancing Practice, Strengthening Primary Health Care, Enriching Clinical and Community Experience,” the event gathered nursing students and leaders from across the nation to engage in insightful discussions on innovation, ethics, and resilience in nursing education and practice.

Representing JHCSC–SON were NSBO President Juanie G. Marchan and Vice President Internal Chantelle Kim G. Salatan, who joined fellow delegates in a series of plenary sessions led by distinguished professionals in the field.

The conference featured an esteemed lineup of speakers and sessions, including:

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Earl Francis R. Sumile, Assistant Professor, University of the Philippines – Manila
Topic: “Future Nurses: Embracing Lifelong Practice Utilizing Primary Health Care and Advancing the Health of Communities”

Plenary 1: Mr. Rene Armzed A. Cantuba, President, Wound Care Society of the Philippines
Topic: “Prompting Future Nurses for Advanced Practice and Their Role in Strengthening Primary Health Care Approach”

Plenary 2: Dr. Rushid Jay S. Sancon, Campus Administrator, Laguna State Polytechnic University
Topic: “Empowering Student Nurses to Make a Difference in Mitigating Climate Change”

Plenary 3: Atty. Salex E. Alibogha, Commissioner, Legal Education Board, Office of the President
Topic: “Beyond Algorithms: Ethics in the Age of Intelligent Machines”

Plenary 4: Mr. Kenneth Roy V. Aranas, Independent Consultant, Psychologist, iPsych Mental Health Clinic – Makati
Topic: “The Resilient Nurse: Leveraging Emotional Intelligence to Master Stress and Advance Your Practice”

Plenary 5: Interactive Session with the Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing
Hon. Leah Primitiva S. Paquiz – Chair, PR Board of Nursing
Members: Hon. Zenaida G. Gagno, Hon. Mary Grace C. Lacanaria, Hon. Mila Delia M. Llanes, Hon. Merle L. Salvani, Hon. Elsie A. Tee, and Hon. Josefina A. Tuazon

Through this national conference, the JHCSC–School of Nursing delegates gained valuable insights into embracing lifelong learning, advancing primary healthcare, promoting environmental advocacy, upholding ethical standards, and strengthening emotional intelligence in professional nursing practice.

Heartfelt gratitude to our JHCSC President, Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, and Dr. Vilma C. Grengia, Vice President for Academic Affairs, for their unwavering support and for granting this remarkable opportunity to represent the JHCSC–School of Nursing on the national stage.

Soar high, J.H. Cerilles State College!
“Stronger and Bolder JHCSC for Quality Tertiary Education”