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The Pagadian Extension Campus, under the leadership of Dr. Patricia D. Bahian, hosted an acquaintance party on October 8, 2024, at the BSN Building Lobby. Attendees showcased their creativity by wearing Taylor Swift-inspired outfits. The event, themed “KASUGIRAN 2024: Unique Stories, Collective Identity, One JHCSC,” was organized by the Supreme Student Council, spearheaded by Hassanor Saanoding, in collaboration with the Department of Student Affairs (DSA), led by Mrs. Janniece L. Magsayo.

As part of the Adopt-a-District Extension Program (ADEP), the School of Teacher Education (STE) inaugurated its Research Capability Building Seminar Workshop Series for DepEd teachers of San Miguel, Zamboanga del Sur on October 9, 2023. The event took place at the E-Center in Poblacion San Miguel, Zamboanga del Sur, spearheaded by ADEP Project Leader Mrs. Juvie B. Sebial, with solid support from STE Dean Dr. Starr Clyde S. Sebial.

The School of Nursing (SON), led by Dean Marjo S. Malabanan, held its 15th annual Cap and Badge Investiture and Candle Lighting Ceremony for “𝑩𝒂𝒕𝒄𝒉 𝑬𝒖𝒏𝒐𝒊𝒂” on October 8, 2024. The event, themed “The Resilient Heart: Investing in Global Nursing Excellence,” took place at the Pavilion Hall, Provincial Center, Dao, Pagadian City.

Dr. De Vera III, Commission on Higher Education (CHED) chairperson, has been appointed as a member of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) National Commission of the Philippines (UNACOM or PH NatCom) Committee on Education, representing the government organization.

JHCSC, an institution committed to promoting inclusivity within the Indigenous community, officially launched the National Indigenous Peoples Month celebration today, October 7, 2024, at the Main Campus Gymnasium in Mati, San Miguel, Zamboanga del Sur. The event, held under the theme “Mga Katutubo at Katutubong Dunong: Pahalagahan, Pangalagaan, at Parangalan” (Valuing, Nurturing, and Honoring Indigenous Peoples and Indigenous Knowledge),” highlights the importance of Indigenous culture and traditions.

Congratulations to our 𝒏𝒆𝒘𝒍𝒚 𝒓𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝑺𝒐𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒌𝒆𝒓𝒔 who passed the September 2024 Social Work Licensure Exam (SWLE)! Their hard work and perseverance have led to this achievement.

The School of Teacher Education (STE) hosted an orientation and pinning ceremony for the Class of 2024-2025 pre-service teachers on September 30, 2024, at the Main Campus Gymnasium in Mati, San Miguel, Zamboanga del Sur. The event was spearheaded by Dr. Starr Clyde Sebial, Dean of the School of Teacher Education, in collaboration with the Department of Education (DepEd) – Division of Zamboanga del Sur, under the leadership of Dr. Jeanelyn A. Aleman, CESO VI, Schools Division Superintendent.

To mark the Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Culmination, the J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) Lakewood Campus, under the leadership of Prof. Ricky A. Egos, the Administrator, hosted a program aimed at raising awareness and fostering mental health support for students and which integrated the Oath Taking Ceremony of the Student Peer Facilitators held on September 30, 2024, at the Brgy—Poblacion Covered Court in Lakewood participated by faculty, staff, and students.

In line with Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, the Guidance and Counseling Office of J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) Main Campus, led by Mrs. Jonah T. Salaguste, RGC, RPm, held a culminating activity at the Library’s Audio-Visual Room (AVR) on September 30, 2024. The event, supported by the Student Peer Facilitators and spearheaded by their president, Mr. James F. Gudmalin, a BA in Political Science student, aimed to raise awareness and promote mental health support among students.

The Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA), under the leadership of Dr. Vilma C. Grengia, conducted the Midyear Performance Review and Strategic Plan 2025 for the Student Affairs Division, which took place in the Conference Room of the Pagadian Annex Campus on September 27, 2024, attended by the Heads of Student Services across the JHCSC Campuses including Main, Pagadian Annex, Dumingag, and Canuto.