Stronger & Bolder JHCSC for Quality Tertiary Education

The J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) Main Campus hosted a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing ceremony for the activation of its Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) unit on January 30, 2025. The ceremony, held at the JHCSC Board Room, was led by MAJ Efren A. Pacaňa (ARM) PA, Director of the 901st (ZDS) CDC, 9RCDG, RESCOM PA, with the support of JHCSC President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, who also signed the agreement.

All Roman Catholic employees and students of Main Campus gathered at the JHCSC Main Campus Gymnasium in Mati, San Miguel, Zamboanga del Sur, on January 3, 2025, for the visitation of Sto. Nino de Cebu Pilgrim Image, which symbolizes faith and devotion among Catholics.

JHCSC student leaders, led by Hon. Cyrusdirk L. Elle, Supreme Student Federated Council President and Student Trustee, together with system-wide officers and the Office of the Student Affairs and Services (OSAS) headed by Dr. Jonno E. Tan, organized a two-day Leadership Training, Orientation Seminar, Financial Planning, and Workshop.

J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) Main Campus Alumnus Mr. Jeo P. Huminis, a pure-blooded Subanen from Lapuyan, Zamboanga del Sur, has been awarded the Gokongwei Brothers Foundation (GBF) TeachSTEM Graduate Master’s Scholarship and signed the scholarship agreement on November 26, 2024. Mr. Huminis, who completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education, majoring in Mathematics, on July 25, 2022, is now pursuing his Master’s degree at JHCSC, his alma mater.

The JHCSC Basketball Team’s dominance secured the championship title in the Inter-Collegiate Basketball Tournament held during the 58th Araw ng Mabuhay 2025, securing a 66-60 victory against IBA College of Mindanao Inc. (IBACMI) Bukidnon. The thrilling match took place on January 22, 2025, at the Diosdado Macapagal Gymnasium in Mabuhay, Zamboanga Sibugay.

The JHCSC Basketball Team made history by claiming a dominant 74-59 victory over Southern Mindanao Colleges in Game 2 Finals of the Asenso Athletics Cup Season 2 Inter-School Basketball Tournament –College Division, held on January 18, 2025, at the Asenso Covered Court, Plaza Luz, Pagadian City. This commanding win secured their second consecutive championship, standing as a powerful testament to their unwavering determination, skill, and excellence.

The Planning and Development Office (PDO), led by Dr. Cleofe A. Baterna, Jr., held a meeting on January 17, 2025, to align and present the institution’s Strategic Plan for 2025–2023. Chaired by Finance Director Dr. Joel M. Sabellano, Jr., the session was held at the JHCSC Hostel in the Pagadian City Extension Campus, marking a significant step in the college’s journey toward achieving universityhood.

𝑨𝒖𝒈𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑 – 𝑱𝒖𝒏𝒆 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 | 𝑰𝒔𝒔𝒖𝒆 𝑵𝒐. 𝟐 | 𝑰𝑺𝑺𝑵 𝟐𝟎𝟗𝟒-𝟎𝟔𝟓𝟑
Enriched with insightful articles, this issue serves as a testament to the collective efforts of the JHCSC system in fostering an environment of growth, learning, and innovation while offering an in-depth look at the events, achievements, and stories that shape our institution’s vibrant community.

The J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) MEASURES Team, led by President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, held its first meeting of the year on January 14, 2025, at the Pagadian City Extension Campus Hostel. The College’s key officials attended the meeting, including the President, Vice Presidents, Campus Directors, Deans, and Heads of various offices.

The achievements of the Pagadian Campus 2024 Board Exam passers, including newly registered nurses and licensed teachers, as well as the Civil Service Exam passers, were honored on January 14, 2025, during Pagadian City Extension Campus’ first flag-raising ceremony of the second semester of the academic year 2024-2025. This significant event was organized by the Office of Student Affairs, led by Mrs. Janniece L. Magsayo.