Stronger & Bolder JHCSC for Quality Tertiary Education

A total of 119 Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science (BSES) students of J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) were formally pinned and recognized during the 3rd Pinning Ceremony held on June 5, 2026, at the Guipos Municipal Gymnasium, signifying their readiness to undertake their On-the-Job Training (OJT) in various field offices under the theme “Flourishing with Purpose, Leading with Impact,” reflecting their commitment to professional growth, environmental stewardship, and meaningful service to the community. Leading the event were Dr. Emelyn D. Tormes, Dean of the School of Agriculture, Forestry, and Environmental Studies (SAFES), and Mr. Joe Michael J. Calanda, BSES Program Chair, who encouraged the students to uphold the values and standards expected of future environmental practitioners.

More than 50 graduate students showcased their thesis papers during the Third Graduate Research and Innovation Colloquium conducted by the JH Cerilles State College School of Graduate Studies on May 23, 2026, at the JHCSC-Pagadian Extension Campus, highlighting the institution’s continuing push to strengthen research culture and interdisciplinary academic innovation.

The School of Nursing (SON) of J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) celebrated the 16th Pinning Ceremony of Batch Panacea on May 26, 2026, at the Pavilion Hall, Provincial Center. With the theme “Batch Panaceans’ Pins of Purpose: Embodying Excellence, Compassion and Resilience,” the event was spearheaded by SON Dean Prof. Marjo S. Malabanan, MN, with the support of Pagadian Campus Director Dr. Patricia D. Bahian and JHCSC President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, represented by Dr. Vilma C. Grengia, Vice President for Academic Affairs.

In line with its commitment to producing career-ready graduates, the Guidance and Counseling Office of J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) Main Campus, under the Office of Student Affairs and Services (OSAS), successfully conducted the two-day Employment Coaching & Mock-Job Interview 2026 on May 14–15, 2026. Anchored on the theme, “Career Ready Graduates: Building Confidence for Real-world Opportunities,” the activity aimed to strengthen the employability skills, confidence, and professional readiness of graduating students as they prepare to transition from academic life to the workforce. The initiative also served as a platform for students to gain exposure to actual recruitment and hiring processes while bridging academic preparation with professional employment demands.

The Commission on Audit conducted an Exit Conference for J.H. Cerilles State College to discuss audit observations, recommendations, and the status of implementation of prior years’ audit recommendations concerning the accounts and transactions of the institution for Calendar Year 2025. The conference was conducted under the guidance of Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, College President, and was facilitated by Mr. Wilfredo M. Barnido Jr., Vice President for Administration and Finance, together with Ms. Jesu Marie Reducto, Finance Director. The activity was held on May 11, 2026, at the JHCSC Pagadian City Annex in Pagadian City, Zamboanga del Sur, in compliance with COA Memorandum No. 2014-011 dated October 21, 2014.

In preparation for the transition of graduating students into the professional world, the Guidance and Counseling Office of J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) Pagadian Campus, under the leadership of Ms. Catherine D. Cabal, RGC, RPM, conducted a two-day Employment Coaching and Job Fair on May 12–13, 2025.

The faculty extensionists of J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) strengthened their capabilities after completing a three-day training on Innovative Extension and Community Engagement Projects for Sustainable Community Development, held from April 22 to 24, 2026, at the HRM Hostel, Pagadian Campus. The activity, initiated by Dr. Jerry B. Superales and supported by Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, focused on equipping participants with the competencies needed to design and implement responsive and sustainable extension initiatives.

“Take It From The Expert: How To Answer the Bar Exam Like a Topnotcher” successfully took place on April 25, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the J.H. Cerilles State College School of Law Conference Room.

The J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) community joined various government agencies and local officials in celebrating the birthday of Hon. Divina Grace C. Yu, Provincial Governor of Zamboanga del Sur, during a gathering held on April 21, 2026, at the Zamboanga del Sur Provincial Capitol in Pagadian City.

The J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) formally entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Region IX and the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) Region IX on April 14, 2026, at the JHCSC Pagadian Campus IT Building Conference Room. The agreement marks the launch of a major extension initiative, College Education Behind Bars (CEBB), a TABANGE flagship program aimed at supporting the reform, rehabilitation, and reintegration of Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs).