Stronger & Bolder JHCSC for Quality Tertiary Education

The Commissioner of Higher Education (CHED), Dr. Desiderio R. Apag, III, was warmly welcomed by the JHCSC community and key officials under the leadership of President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales. Accompanied by Atty. Marco Cicero F. Domingo, CHED ROIX Regional Director, and Dr. Joseph Lou C. Sta. Teresa, OIC-Chief Education Program Specialist, Dr. Apag visited JHCSC on March 27, 2025, to strengthen collaboration and advance shared goals for academic excellence and institutional growth.

The J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) President, Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, hosted a special Commissioner’s Night at the JHCSC Hostel, marking a significant occasion with the attendance of key figures from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) on March 27, 2025. The event was organized for featured distinguished guests such as CHED Commissioner Dr. Desiderio R. Apag III D.Eng, PCpE, and Atty. Marco Cicero F. Domingo, CESE, the Regional Director of CHED Regional Office IX (CHED-ROIX).

J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) facilitated by JHCSC BSSW Program Chair, Khenny B. Colocar, RSW, MSW participated in a Social Work Month celebration at the Balangasan Covered Court on March 26, 2025. The event, organized in partnership with the Inter-School Junior Social Work Association of the Philippines (JSWAP) and the National Association of Social Workers Inc. (NASWEI) Zamboanga Peninsula-Ozamis-Maranding (ZPOM) Chapter, was hosted by Western Mindanao State University (WMSU). Themed “Ennobling Solidarity and Transforming Social Work Students through Linkages and Social Synergy in Community,” the event, named Social Work B.E.S.T Day, highlighted the values of Bolder, Excellence, Service, and Transform. The celebration was facilitated by WMSU JSWAP Adviser Mr. Mark Kevin C. Nugas, under the leadership of WMSU Social Work Program Coordinator, Darlene Daryl S. Nayo, RSW, MSW, RES, with the support of WMSU Pagadian Campus Administrator, Dr. Mary Jocelyn V. Battung.

J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) commenced its online accreditation process under the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines, Inc. (AACCUP) today, March 26, 2025. The accreditation, scheduled from March 26 to 28, 2025, evaluates programs under the 3rd survey phase.

The J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) community gathered for its first-ever General Assembly on March 14, 2025, at the Main Campus Gymnasium in Mati, San Miguel, Zamboanga del Sur. Led by President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, the historic event brought together regular employees, Contract of Service (COS), Job Orders (JOs), and Visiting Lecturers (VLs) from CMSE, Pagadian, Dumingag, and the Main Campus. The assembly aimed to strengthen communication, present institutional goals, and address employee concerns.

J.H. Cerilles State College employees from various campuses—Main, Pagadian, Dumingag, and Lakewood—graciously accepted President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales’ invitation to an advance celebration of his 55th birthday. On March 22, 2025, they gathered at his residence in Brentwood Subdivision, Kagawasan, Pagadian City, to honor his life, dedicated service, and visionary leadership. His family, friends, and neighbors also joined the celebration.

The J.H. Cerilles State College – School of Teacher Education (JHCSC-STE) successfully conducted the second session of its Research Capability Building Seminar Workshop Series for Department of Education (DepEd) teachers in San Miguel on March 22, 2025, at the E-Center, Poblacion, San Miguel, Zamboanga del Sur.

In celebration of the International Day of Forests, the JHCSC-National Service Training Program (NSTP) from Pagadian Extension Campus, led by Director Joniel L. Calibo, spearheaded a mangrove planting activity on March 21, 2025, in Balabawan, Pitogo, Zamboanga del Sur. The initiative was conducted in collaboration with the Provincial Anti-Drugs Abuse Council (PADAC) of Zamboanga del Sur and the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Pitogo, aiming to strengthen coastal protection through mangrove rehabilitation.

The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science (BSES) celebrated BSES Day 2025 on March 21, 2025, at the J.H. Cerilles State College – Main Campus Gymnasium, with the theme “Waves of Change: Empowering Environmental Stewards.” The event, facilitated by the JHCSC Environmental Science Society under the leadership of Ms. Dawn Majan and with the support of BSES Program Chair Dr. Rosanilio M. Yagos, aimed to inspire action in environmental conservation while engaging the campus community in fun and educational activities.

J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) and Saigon Business School (SBS) have officially forged a partnership with the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, on March 19, 2025. Dr. Jerry B. Superales, Vice President for Research, Extension, and Resource Generation (VPRERG), represented JHCSC President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales in the signing ceremony. This agreement marks a significant step in building a collaborative relationship between the two institutions, focusing on academic exchange and mutual development.