𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 | Joint CHED Technical Panel-Regional Quality Assessment Team Hybrid Evaluation Visit at Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University – Open University System, City of San Fernando, La Union on August 13, 2025. The program being evaluated is the Master of Arts in Science Education.
𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 | The CHED Office of Student Development and Services (OSDS), the CHED Administrative, Financial and Management Service (AFMS), and the CHED Regional Office 1, conduct monitoring and evaluation of Cash Grant to Medical Students Enrolled in State Universities and Colleges (CGMS-SUCS) at the University of Northern Philippines, Vigan City on August 13, 2025
HAPPENING NOW | Joint CHED MARINA Monitoring Visit at PIMSAT Colleges, Dagupan City, Pangasinan on August 12-15, 2025. The programs being monitored include Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation and Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering programs.
HAPPENING NOW | CHED RO1 Director Christine Nabor-Ferrer discusses the role of Higher Education Institutions in advancing functional literacy during the 2025 Dagyaw Open Government Town Hall Meeting, with the theme “Sama-samang Hakbang Tungo sa Mataas na Antas ng Literasiyang Rehiyon Uno,” at Sison Auditorium, Lingayen, Pangasinan, on August 12, 2025.
HAPPENING NOW | Joint CHED Technical Panel-Regional Quality Assessment Team Hybrid Evaluation Visit at Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University – Mid La Union Campus , City of San Fernando, La Union on August 12, 2025. The programs being evaluated include Phd in Technology Education Management, PhD Mathematics Education, MA in Mathematics Education, and MA in Technology Education majors in Technical Vocational Education and Technology and Livelihood Education.
In the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings, Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) proudly represents Region I, securing a spot in the 601–800 global bracket for its notable and impactful contributions to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
This high ranking signals MMSU’s focused excellence in areas such as sustainable education, innovation, and community engagement. It reflects years of strategic alignment with the SDGs which proves that academic institutions from the region can stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the world’s best.
Along with MMSU, Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University, Lyceum-Northwestern University, University of Northern Philippines, Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College, Universidad de Dagupan, University of Eastern Pangasinan, University of Luzon, Urdaneta City University, Pangasinan State University, Panpacific University, Virgen Milagrosa University Foundation, and WCC Aeronautical and Technological College secured placements in the prestigious THE IR 2025.
Today, we celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day and the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples—a tribute to the rich cultures, traditions, and invaluable contributions of indigenous communities in the Philippines and around the world. 🌿
Let’s protect their rights, preserve their ancestral lands, and amplify their voices.
Let us learn from the wisdom of our indigenous peoples—their deep respect for nature, the value of community, and the beauty of heritage. Be champions of inclusivity and cultural preservation.
📅 Observed every August 9 worldwide
by M. Rivo
The Commission on Higher Education – Regional Office I, in partnership with the American English Alumni Association of the Philippines, Inc. and RELO Manila-accredited MOOC Camp Facilitators, invites you to join the Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) Virtual Camps from August 11 – September 19, 2025 via Zoom & OPEN English Program platform.
✅ Why join?
🔹 Improve your English language proficiency & professional skills
🔹 Gain tools for effective communication in the international setting
🔹 Learn at your own pace with quality resources
🔹 Earn certificates from U.S. government-sponsored MOOCs
🎯 Available Courses:
1️⃣ English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI) – Register here
📌 For educators transitioning to EMI
2️⃣ English for Tourism Professionals – Register here
📌 For educators & graduating students in hospitality & tourism
3️⃣ English for Career Development – Register here
📌 For graduating students preparing for the global job market
🗓 Deadline for Registration: August 10, 2025
🗓 General Orientation: August 11, 2025 | ⏰ 3:00 PM
🔗 Zoom ID: 865 2590 0148 | Passcode: 996093
📩 For inquiries, email chedro1@ched.gov.ph with subject line MOOC Camp Inquiry.
Let’s level up our communicative competence and boost our careers—all for FREE! 🚀
The Commission on Higher Education Regional Office I (CHED RO1) visited the University of Northern Philippines (UNP) in Vigan City, Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) in Batac City, and Northwestern University (NWU) in Laoag City for the evaluation of their Application and Recertification of Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program (ETEEAP) last July 29-31, 2025.
The three-day evaluation was led by Dr. Benilda Villenas, Co-Chair of the ETEEAP Technical Panel, alongside Dr. Alexander Franco Delantar and Dr. Bashiruddin A. Ajihil, joined by CHEDRO representatives Dr. Myrelle Faith D. Mina, ETEEAP Focal of CHED RO1, and Ms. Mely Mar Perez of CHED Office of Programs and Standards Development (OPSD).
This activity underscores CHED’s ongoing commitment to advancing lifelong learning, recognizing prior learning, and building a more flexible and inclusive higher education system in the Philippines.
𝘣𝘺 𝘔.𝘍. 𝘔𝘪𝘯𝘢
To align the projects, plans, and activities for internationalization with the ACHIEVE agenda of Chairperson Shirley C. Agrupis, the Commission on Higher Education Regional Office 1, cohosted the CHED International Affairs Service’s IZN Speakers’ Bureau and Planning Session at The Monarch Hotel, Calasiao, Pangasinan, from July 15 to 17, 2025.
The three-day event gathered CHED Regional Directors and Internationalization (IZN) focal persons to strengthen collaboration and align regional efforts with the Philippine Internationalization Roadmap.
Dr. Christine Nabor-Ferrer, Director IV of CHED RO1, welcomed the participants and guests, setting the tone for a productive and meaningful session.
The program featured key presentations such as “Framing CHED’s Internationalization: Where Are We Headed?” and “Understanding CHED’s IZN Roadmap” by Atty. Lily Freida Macabangun-Milla, International Affairs Service Director.
Atty. Milla highlighted the 30-year strategic development of CHED’s internationalization goals and introduced systems such as MARA, MAHIQA, and ITAP to promote the use of artificial intelligence and enhance internal processes.
CHED Regional Office IZN Focal Persons also delivered presentations highlighting their respective initiatives and activities that promote internationalization in higher education, showcasing their best practices, collaborative programs, and strategies aimed at strengthening global linkages and enhancing the international profile of Philippine higher education institutions.
A special session was delivered by Dr. Roger Y. Chao Jr., Honorary Distinguished Professor at Kyungwoon University in South Korea, who spoke on how the Philippines can be positioned in the ASEAN and global IZN landscape.
Dr. Chao emphasized the ASEAN 2045 vision as resilient, innovative, dynamic, and people-centered, emphasizing inclusive and transformative education, the development of a highly skilled workforce, and the importance of a shared ASEAN identity that is responsive to both local and global challenges.
The event also featured engagements with international partners and embassy representatives, adding valuable insight into international cooperation.
Among the guests were Mr. Norjufri Nizar Edrus, Deputy Chief of Mission of the Malaysian Embassy; Ms. Nina Yulianti, Education and Culture Attaché of the Indonesian Embassy; Ms. Kimberley A. Cuesta, Business Development Manager of the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade); Ms. Thelma Gecolea, Public Affairs Officer of the Delegation of the European Union to the Philippines; Ms. Angel Cachuela, Trade Commissioner from the Canadian Embassy; Mr. George Mesthos, Deputy Director for Public Engagement from the U.S. Embassy in Manila; and Ms. Christine Catindig, Professional Exchanges Specialist from the U.S. Embassy in Manila.
Another highlight of the session was the group presentations by CHED IAS and IZN focal persons, showcasing programs, projects, and initiatives that support the IZN Roadmap. These collaborative outputs are vital to positioning Philippine higher education institutions as competitive, future-ready, and globally recognized.
The planning session concluded with a presentation of the Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) SDG Dashboard by Dr. Saturnina Nisperos and Dr. Mee Jay Domingo. The dashboard assessed the performance of internationally ranked Philippine institutions in terms of their contributions toward achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
𝘣𝘺 𝘑. 𝘉𝘦𝘳𝘮𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘻
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