Stronger & Bolder JHCSC for Quality Tertiary Education

The Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO), led by Director Jerry R. Redoblado, facilitated an Emergency Simulation Exercise covering earthquake response, crime incidents, and fire fighting at J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) Main Campus, Mati, San Miguel, Zamboanga del Sur, on March 28, 2025. The event was assisted by the JHCSC DRRMO Student Responders and Volunteers and was supported by Main Campus Director Dr. Trinidad C. Abapo.

The Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management (BSHM) 2-A and 2-B students from the School of Business and Management (SBM) successfully conducted a two-day mock fine dining restaurant at the JHCSC Hostel, Pagadian City Extension Campus, on March 26-27. This initiative served as their mid-term examination in HM 113 Fundamentals in Food Service Operations under Course Professor Llanevie Azel Niez.

The Quality Assurance (QA) Office of J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC), led by Director Vicpher D. Garnada, successfully facilitated the exit conference and closing program via Zoom on March 28, 2025. This event marked the conclusion of the three-day Phase 2 of the 3rd Survey for Level III online accreditation of three academic programs: the Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEEd) at the Main Campus and both the BEEd and the Bachelor of Science in Criminology (BSCrim) at the Dumingag Campus. The accreditation was conducted by the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines, Inc. (AACCUP) from March 26 to 28, 2025.

The Commissioner of Higher Education (CHED), Dr. Desiderio R. Apag, III, was warmly welcomed by the JHCSC community and key officials under the leadership of President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales. Accompanied by Atty. Marco Cicero F. Domingo, CHED ROIX Regional Director, and Dr. Joseph Lou C. Sta. Teresa, OIC-Chief Education Program Specialist, Dr. Apag visited JHCSC on March 27, 2025, to strengthen collaboration and advance shared goals for academic excellence and institutional growth.

The J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) President, Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, hosted a special Commissioner’s Night at the JHCSC Hostel, marking a significant occasion with the attendance of key figures from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) on March 27, 2025. The event was organized for featured distinguished guests such as CHED Commissioner Dr. Desiderio R. Apag III D.Eng, PCpE, and Atty. Marco Cicero F. Domingo, CESE, the Regional Director of CHED Regional Office IX (CHED-ROIX).

J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) facilitated by JHCSC BSSW Program Chair, Khenny B. Colocar, RSW, MSW participated in a Social Work Month celebration at the Balangasan Covered Court on March 26, 2025. The event, organized in partnership with the Inter-School Junior Social Work Association of the Philippines (JSWAP) and the National Association of Social Workers Inc. (NASWEI) Zamboanga Peninsula-Ozamis-Maranding (ZPOM) Chapter, was hosted by Western Mindanao State University (WMSU). Themed “Ennobling Solidarity and Transforming Social Work Students through Linkages and Social Synergy in Community,” the event, named Social Work B.E.S.T Day, highlighted the values of Bolder, Excellence, Service, and Transform. The celebration was facilitated by WMSU JSWAP Adviser Mr. Mark Kevin C. Nugas, under the leadership of WMSU Social Work Program Coordinator, Darlene Daryl S. Nayo, RSW, MSW, RES, with the support of WMSU Pagadian Campus Administrator, Dr. Mary Jocelyn V. Battung.

J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) commenced its online accreditation process under the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines, Inc. (AACCUP) today, March 26, 2025. The accreditation, scheduled from March 26 to 28, 2025, evaluates programs under the 3rd survey phase.

The J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) community gathered for its first-ever General Assembly on March 14, 2025, at the Main Campus Gymnasium in Mati, San Miguel, Zamboanga del Sur. Led by President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, the historic event brought together regular employees, Contract of Service (COS), Job Orders (JOs), and Visiting Lecturers (VLs) from CMSE, Pagadian, Dumingag, and the Main Campus. The assembly aimed to strengthen communication, present institutional goals, and address employee concerns.

J.H. Cerilles State College employees from various campuses—Main, Pagadian, Dumingag, and Lakewood—graciously accepted President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales’ invitation to an advance celebration of his 55th birthday. On March 22, 2025, they gathered at his residence in Brentwood Subdivision, Kagawasan, Pagadian City, to honor his life, dedicated service, and visionary leadership. His family, friends, and neighbors also joined the celebration.

The J.H. Cerilles State College – School of Teacher Education (JHCSC-STE) successfully conducted the second session of its Research Capability Building Seminar Workshop Series for Department of Education (DepEd) teachers in San Miguel on March 22, 2025, at the E-Center, Poblacion, San Miguel, Zamboanga del Sur.