Stronger & Bolder JHCSC for Quality Tertiary Education

The School of Nursing (SON) of J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC), led by Dean Prof. Marjo Malabanan, held its 16th Cap and Badge Investiture and Candle-Lighting Ceremony on September 28, 2025, at the Pavilion Hall, Provincial Center, Dao. This milestone formally marks the official transition of 148 Batch Exorian student nurses from classroom learning to clinical practice.

J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC), through its Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO), conducted a three-day training for Student Volunteers from September 25 to 27, 2025, at the Main Campus College Gymnasium. The initiative, led by Director Mr. Jerry R. Redoblado, aimed to equip students with the essential skills necessary for disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.

Demonstrating a strong commitment to scholarly work, seven faculty members of the J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) School of Teacher Education (STE) presented their research papers at the State Universities and Colleges Teachers Educators’ Association (SUCTEA) Inc. National Conference. The event was held on September 22–24, 2025, at Diversion 21 Hotel, Iloilo City, with the theme “Future-Proofing Teacher Education in the 21st Century.”

JHCSC joined the global community in celebrating World Tourism Day 2025 with the theme “Tourism and Sustainable Transformation” on September 29, 2025, at the JHCSC Pagadian City Extension Campus Grounds. The celebration was spearheaded by the Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management (BSTM) students under the leadership of their program chair, Mr. Julie R. Cabalog, with the support of the Dean of the School of Business and Management (SBM), Dr. Julito V. Mandac, Jr.

The Office of the Internationalization and External Linkages (OIEL), led by Dr. Raymund A. Indangan, OIC Director, spearheaded a Capacity-Building Workshop on Internationalization of Higher Education: Impact on Quality and Sustainability on September 26, 2025, at the JHCSC Hostel, Pagadian City Extension Campus.

J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) officials, led by President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, together with Vice President for Administration and Finance, Mr. Wilfredo M. Barnido Jr., formally attended the 20th Congress 1st Regular Session, FY 2026 General Appropriations Bill Day on September 23, 2025. The event was held at the Speaker Prospero C. Nograles Hall, South Wing Annex Building, House of Representatives, Batasang Pambansa Complex, Quezon City.

The Administrative Council of J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) held its Third Quarter Regular Meeting on September 24, 2025, at the IT Building Conference Room of the Pagadian Campus, with President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales presiding. The session brought together Vice President for Administration and Finance (VPAF) Mr. Wilfredo M. Barnido Jr., administrative officers, directors, and staff to discuss key institutional matters and initiatives.

The Academic Council of J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) convened its Third Quarter Regular Meeting on September 24, 2025, at the IT Building Conference Room of the Pagadian Campus. The session was presided over by College Secretary Atty. Esther Marie S. Ringon, under the leadership of JHCSC President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales.

A historic chapter has unfolded as J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) has been officially elevated to the 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐨𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚 𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 (𝐙𝐃𝐒𝐒𝐔) through the enactment of 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝐍𝐨. 𝟏𝟐𝟐𝟗𝟓. From its main campus in Barangay Mati, San Miguel, and its campuses in Dumingag, Lakewood, and Pagadian City, the institution now carries not only a new name but also the higher mandate and prestige of a state university.