Stronger & Bolder JHCSC for Quality Tertiary Education

Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) President together with members of the Board of Trustees (BOT) and key officials, provided an update on the college’s conversion to Zamboanga del Sur State University (ZDSSU) under Republic Act No. 12295, in an interview with the Press Bureau of Provincial Government of Zamboanga del Sur on October 17, 2025, at the JHCSC Hostel, Pagadian Campus.

he J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) conducted a Blood-Letting Activity under the Mobile Blood Donation Program on October 16, 2025, at the JHCSC Infirmary Building. The event was spearheaded by the Margosatubig Regional Hospital (MRH) – Blood Bank Department with the Rural Health Unit (RHU) of San Miguel, led by Pathologist Dr. Warfe C. Navasquez, MD, DPSP, and organized by Dr. Joanne Happy C. Hajirul, College Nurse. The activity was carried out with the support of Vice President for Research, Extension, and Resource Generation (VPRERG) Dr. Jerry B. Superales and Campus Director Dr. Trinidad C. Abapo, who also participated in the event.

In a testament to academic excellence and leadership, the J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) – Nursing Student Body Organization (NSBO) proudly represented the School of Nursing at the Association of Deans of Philippine Colleges of Nursing (ADPCN) 23rd National Conference for Nursing Students held on October 5, 2025, at The Tent City, Manila Hotel, Manila.

The Philippine Association for Teachers and Educators (PAFTE), Inc., awarded a Plaque of Recognition to J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales for his exemplary leadership, dedication, and invaluable contributions to higher education. The honor was conferred during the 15th PAFTE Midyear Convention held on October 9, 2025, in Baguio City.

The University Conversion Committee (UCC) of J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) convened on October 10, 2025, at the Pagadian Campus Hostel in pursuit of its collective commitment to achieving JHCSC’s university status. It marked the first meeting in line with the newly enacted Republic Act No. 12295, also known as the Zamboanga del Sur State University Charter.

The Vice President for Administration and Finance (VPAF), Mr. Wilfredo M. Barnido, Jr., CPA, MBA, with the support of President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, conducted a week-long Manual Workshop from October 6 to 9, 2025, aimed at developing a comprehensive operations manual that will serve as the institution’s guide for administrative and financial processes. The activity began with a briefing session at the Main Campus on October 6, followed by the workshop proper from October 7 to 8 at the IT Building Conference Room, Pagadian Campus, and concluded on October 9 with a simulation of finance transactions at the JHCSC HRM-Hostel.

The JHCSC Board of Trustees (BOT) convened for its 3rd Quarter Regular Meeting on October 2, 2025, at Cotabato State University to deliberate on important institutional matters. Of the thirty-eight (38) Board Resolutions deliberated and acted upon during the quarter, only one (1) was deferred. The meeting was presided over by CHED Commissioner Hon. Dr. Desiderio R. Apag III, Chairperson of the JHCSC-BOT, with College President and Vice Chairperson Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales also present.

The J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) was recognized as the Top School Partner in Mindanao Area by the Astoria Culinary and Hospitality Institute (ACHI) and received the 4-Year Loyalty Award during the Recognition of Partner Schools held at Chardonnay Hall, Astoria, Pasig City, on October 4, 2025. Representing the institution, Dr. Julito V. Mandac, Jr., Dean of the School of Business and Management (SBM), accepted the awards on behalf of JHCSC.

The Finance Committee of J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) held its Third Quarter Regular Meeting on September 29, 2025, at the IT Building Conference Room of the Pagadian Campus. The session was presided over by Dir. Maria Felicidad R. Guerrero, Regional Director of the National Economic and Development Authority Region IX (NEDA IX), and gathered college officials, trustees, staff, and student representatives to tackle fiscal, procurement, and administrative matters.

>The J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) conducted an earthquake drill on September 30, 2025, to enhance disaster preparedness and ensure campus-wide safety. The morning exercise was held at the Main Campus, with simultaneous sessions conducted at the Dumingag Campus, followed by another drill in the afternoon at the Pagadian Campus. The activity was spearheaded by Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO) Director Mr. Jerry R. Redoblado and his team, with the support of Main Campus Director Dr. Trinidad C. Abapo, Dumingag Campus Director Dr. Moises Glenn Tangalin, and Pagadian Campus OIC-Director, Atty. Romylyn O. Regidor.