The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Regional Office I employees joined their counterparts from other regional and central offices to celebrate the 31st CHED Founding Anniversary and the 5th National Higher Education Day at the Luxent Hotel, Quezon City, from May 13 to May 15, 2025.
The theme “Higher Heights in Higher Education,” featured a series of engaging activities over three days.
The first day honored long-serving employees with Government Service Loyalty Awards.
Among the awardees were Ms. Evelyn Adquilen, Administrative Officer III (35 years of service), and Ms. Catherine Chan Education Supervisor II (30 years of service).
Also, the CHED employees who finished their master’s or doctorate degree under the Human Resource and Development Scholarship received recognition.
Finally, CHED recognized higher education institutions (HEIs) granted autonomous status, including Lyceum-Northwestern University.
The second day focused on the Resiliency and Excellence for Administrative Personnel (REAP) Program, a joint initiative of AFMS and HEDF and the OPSD Convergence.
The discussions addressed key operational issues, alongside motivational talks to inspire CHED personnel.
The final day was for the CEHD Family Day, featuring the oath-taking ceremony for the new CHED Employees Association (CHEDEA) officers, the Mr. and Ms. CHED competition, and a singing contest.
Parallel activities included Zumba sessions and a pickleball tournament.
Dr. Christine Nabor-Ferrer, Director IV, said that the celebration highlighted CHED’s commitment to excellence, employee welfare, and the advancement of higher education in the Philippines.

The Commission on Higher Education Regional Office 1 joins the weeklong celebration of the 31st CHED Anniversary and the 5th National Higher Education Day from May 13-20, 2025.

This year’s theme, “Higher Heights in Higher Education,” honors more than three decades of championing accessible, inclusive, and globally competitive higher education in the Philippines.

As we mark this milestone, we renew our commitment to contributing in elevating Philippine higher education to even greater heights — through responsive policies, strengthened partnerships, and a shared vision for lifelong learning, sustainability, and nation-building.

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 | CHED ROI personnel participate in the CHED General Assembly and Family Day as part of the celebration of the agency’s 31st Founding Anniversary and the 5th National Higher Education Day at the Luxent Hotel, Quezon City on May 15, 2025.

he member agencies and local government units under the Culture Support Committee of the Regional Development Council (RDC) convened for the Second Semestral Meeting at the Hudhud Room of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) Office in Intramuros, Manila on April 23, 2025.
Ms. Marichu G. Tellano, Chairperson of the RDC Culture Support Committee, presided over the meeting.
During the meeting, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) presented updates on the Creative Industry Directory and the Ilocos Region Handloom Collective Mark Development Program.
DTI also shared its plan to establish the Region I Creative Industry Council, in which CHED Region I is identified as one of the prospective members.
Mr. Alexander Nicole Angeles of the NCCA shared the highlights of the first Technical Working Group (TWG) meeting for the upcoming Second Region One Culture Conference (ROCC).
The Second ROCC is tentatively set for September 9–10, 2025, to highlight the celebration of Philippine Creative Industries Month and promote the significance of creative industries in regional growth.
CHED Region I has been requested to assist in coordinating cultural presentations by performing groups in Pangasinan higher education institutions (HEIs) during the conference.
Dr. Al Gerald S. Barde, CHED Region I Education Supervisor II and focal person for culture and arts, represented Dr. Christine Nabor-Ferrer, Director IV, in the meeting and reaffirmed the agency’s commitment.
CHED ROI also coordinated with the performing groups in La Union, Ilocos Sur, and Ilocos Norte during the first ROCC in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur in 2023.
Moreover, the National Economic and Development Authority Region I presented the 2024 Accomplishment Report and discussed the 2025 Work Program of the RDC Culture Support Committee.
The last agenda item was the update on AWENG 2025: Region I IP Summit, spearheaded by the National Commission for Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) Region I.
According to NCIP, the summit, themed Affirming the Indigenous Way of Life, Echoing to the New Generation, aims to promote indigenous knowledge, systems, and practices among younger generations.
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📷: Mr. Nicole Angeles

In the second episode of Project CHANGE (CHED RO1 and HEIs Acquiring Networks for Global Engagement), CHED RO1 invited the Hong Kong Polytechnic University to an online information session with Region I higher education institutions on May 6, 2025, via Zoom.
Representing PolyU were Dr. Eric Friginal, Professor and Head of the Department of English and Communication; Dr. Rickey Lu, Coordinator for International Programmes; and Dr. Max Diaz, Senior Lecturer and Undergraduate Programme Leader.
Dr. Friginal presented an overview of PolyU, highlighting its global standing as a leading public university in Hong Kong known for applied research, innovation, and industry-relevant academic programs. He also discussed potential areas of collaboration with HEIs in the region.
The session was attended by officials and representatives from various HEIs in the region, signaling continued efforts to strengthen international academic partnerships and global engagement.

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Engr. Samuel F. Flores of the Universidad de Dagupan (UdD) ranked 3rd in the April 2025 Electrical Engineers Licensure Examination.
Engr. Flores garnered a 92.70% passing rate in the said board examination.
The CHED Regional Office 1 family extends its warmest congratulations to the successful passers. May their achievements inspire future board takers!

Officials from the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) Region 1 visited the CHED Regional Office 1 to discuss plans for the upcoming Project GROWS (Guidance and Resilience for Opportunities and Well-being of Students), scheduled on May 19, 2025 at the University of Northern Philippines, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur.
Dr. Christine Nabor-Ferrer, Director IV of CHED ROI welcomed the officials of OWWA and discussed potential areas for collaboration such as scholarship orientations and career fairs.
Dr. Al Gerald S. Barde, Education Supervisor of CHED ROI led the meeting, which focused on the arrangements of the activity and the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between HEIs and OWWA Region 1 to streamline coordination in delivering services to OWWA-affiliated students.
Ms. Marivic C. Clarin, Chief for Programs and Services Division of OWWA R1 along with Dr. Amapola Z. Villar, Head, Education and Training Unit; Mr. Ian J. Galutan, IT Training Program Instructor; Ms. Stephanie SM G. Mayo, ELAP Coordinator; and Mr. Rudy F. Pascua
EDSP and ODSP Coordinator, visited the office and expressed their support for the said event.
Project GROWS is an initiative of CHED Region 1 in partnership with OWWA, aimed at empowering guidance counselors and establishing a comprehensive student support system.

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 | Dr. Christine Nabor-Ferrer, Director IV of CHED Regional Office 1 leads the Regional Multi-Sectoral Committee on Tuition and Other Fees (RMSCTOF) Meeting at the CHED Regional Office 1 Conference Hall, San Fernando City, La Union on April 29, 2025.

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 | The CHED RO1 Quality Management Systems Core Team attends the ISO 9001:2015 Foundation Course at the 3rd Floor Conference Room, CHED Regional Office I, City of San Fernando, La Union, April 28, 2025.