The Commission on Higher Education Regional Office I (CHED RO1) conducted a Water Safety and Survival Training for its employees on at PUGAD Adventure, Pugo, La Union on September 5, 2025.
This capacity-building activity aimed to enhance the participants’ knowledge and preparedness in water-related emergencies, featuring key topics such as Water Safety 101, Basic Survival Swimming, Rescue Techniques, First Aid and CPR, and a Simulation/Practical Test.
The training was facilitated by resource speakers from the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Regional Office I, who provided expert instruction and hands-on demonstrations to ensure comprehensive learning.
Dr. Christine Nabor-Ferrer, Director IV of CHED RO1, opened the event through a welcome remarks while Mrs. Nympha N. Buenio, Chief Administrative Officer, delivered the closing remarks.

The Commission on Higher Education Regional Office I, through the Local Graduate Scholarships Office (LGSO), conducted the Ceremonial MOA Signing and Orientation on the 2025 SIKAP Grant for Delivering Higher Education Institutions (DHEIs) on September 4, 2025.
The activity formalized CHED’s partnership with DHEIs in supporting faculty members who will pursue graduate studies under the SIKAP Grant. The orientation also detailed the roles, responsibilities, and program guidelines to ensure effective implementation.
In her message, Dr. Christine Nabor-Ferrer, Director IV highlighted the significance of the event, saying: “This activity goes beyond the signing of documents or the usual orientation. It is about strengthening our shared vision of creating meaningful opportunities for growth—for both higher education institutions and scholars—through SIKAP.”
The following Delivering Higher Education Institutions participated in the activity:
1. Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University – Mid La Union Campus
2.Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University – North La Union Campus
3. Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University – South La Union Campus
4. Lyceum-Northwestern UniversityMariano Marcos State University
5. Mariano Marcos State Uiversity
6. Panpacific University Inc.
7. Pangasinan State University
8. Saint Louis College of San Fernando, La Union Inc.
9. University of Northern Philippines

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