Stronger & Bolder JHCSC for Quality Tertiary Education

Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, President of J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC), with BOT Secretary Designate and Legal Officer Atty. Esther Marie Ringon and Vice President for Administration and Finance (VPAF) Mr. Wilfredo M. Barnido, Jr., attended the General Assembly and Turnover Ceremony held on February 12, 2025, at the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Auditorium in Diliman, Quezon City. The event gathered Presidents and Board Secretaries of State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) under the leadership of Hon. Ronald L. Adamat, marking the conclusion of Hon. Adamat’s term as CHED Commissioner and the official leadership transition to Dr. Desiderio R. Apag III.

Representatives from the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) visited the Dapiwak, Dumingag Campus on February 11, 2025, to conduct a site validation for the water source identified through Georesistivity for the proposed Solar Water System. The initiative, aimed at enhancing water access and agricultural sustainability, aligns with the institution’s commitment to environmental stewardship and cost-effective resource management.

The Western Mindanao Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development Consortium (WESMAARRDEC), under the leadership of Consortium Director Dr. Leonilo B. Abella, successfully conducted a two-day field validation on February 10-11, 2025, at the JHCSC Main Campus and Dapiwak, Dumingag Campus. The activity was part of the institution’s bid to host WESMAARRDEC.

A total of one hundred sixteen (116) fourth-year Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management students of J.H. Cerilles State College have been deployed to various prestigious partner organizations for their 600-hour culminating practicum experience. The deployment began on February 10 and 11, 2025.

The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) accredited assessors, Sir Fernando M. Manlaran and Sir Jay Lou S. Maculanta conducted the National Competency Level III (NC III) Assessment in Horticulture from February 7 to 9, 2025, at the JHCSC Main Campus Community Extension Services Office.

The J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) conducted a Project Procurement Management Plan (PPMP) Budget Justification and Defense Meeting on February 10, 2025, at the JHCSC Hostel–Pagadian City Extension Campus. The meeting was presided over by JHCSC President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, and the event aimed to thoroughly review and justify the school’s proposed budget for the year.

The National Arts Month 2025 was officially launched at the J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) Pagadian City Extension Campus on February 10, 2025. The event was spearheaded by the DSA In-Charge, Mrs. Janniece L. Magsayo, and was facilitated by the students from the Supreme Student Council (SSC) and the Philippine Society of Information Technology Students (PSITS), and was supported by Campus Director Dr. Patricia D. Bahian, which highlighted the significance of the month-long celebration.

A faculty member from the School of Teacher Education (STE), Ralph R. Magumpara, MSciEd, is currently participating in a distinguished international study exchange program at Chiba University, Japan, from February 5 to 11, 2025. This opportunity is supported by the Chiba University, Japan, which has played a pivotal role in facilitating his involvement in this global academic initiative. The program he participated in was the “Young Human Resources and Development of Teaching Materials for Physical Science Education” program, a key component of the Sakura Science Exchange Program.

President Edgardo H. Rosales led an executive meeting with Syntegral Global Solutions on January 7, 2025, at the Conference Hall, 3rd floor of the I.T. Building, Pagadian City Extension Campus. The discussion centered on finalizing the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for a 10-hectare lot in Sinonok, Dumingag, Zamboanga del Sur, which will serve as a collaborative agricultural initiative site.

The School of Teacher Education (STE), under the leadership of Dean Dr. Starr Clyde S. Sebial, hosted a Consultation, Orientation, and Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) Signing on February 6, 2025, at the JHCSC Main Campus Gymnasium in Mati San Miguel, Zamboanga del Sur. The event brought together faculty, staff, students, parents, and institutional partners to discuss academic initiatives and strengthen collaborative efforts for educational development.