CHED RO1 PTS attends seminar on MHEI data collection

Mr. Kotaro Jncyrl Q. Velasco, Project Technical Staff II, represented the Commission on Higher Education Regional Office 1 (CHED ROI) during the nationwide workshop on the collection of relevant data for maritime education, via Zoom Video Conference, on February 11, 2025.
The Office of Programs and Standards Development (OPSD) and Philippine Association of Maritime Institutions (PAMI) organized the said workshop to further enhance the data management and processes of the Maritime Higher Educations (MHEIs) in the country.
The purpose of the CHED-PAMI-initiated seminar was to establish a more accurate, reliable, and standardized approach to data collection, ensuring alignment between official records and the figures produced by the MHEIs for CHED, MARINA, and other stakeholders.
Mr. Velasco suggested the importance of ensuring complete records and documentary requirements when applying for SO and reminded MHEIs of their freedom to implement Maritime programs while complying with the mandatory and minimum requirements outlined in the Policies, Standards, and Guidelines (PSG).
During the session, Mr. Sabino Czar Manglicmot, PAMI President shared key issues and problems encountered by MHEIs in terms of producing relevant data to CHED.
Further, he stressed the importance of the mentioned figures to policy-making decisions as well as evidence-based outputs for maritime education and training in the country.
Mr. Moises Cabreros, Jr., Education Program Specialist of CHED OPSD, oriented the MHEIs on the revised templates on the periodic data submissions regarding Completed Classroom Instructions (CCI), Enrollment Data, Deployment Rate, and Graduate Data.
It was also noted that cadets who have Completed Classroom Instructions (CCI) are not considered graduates. Therefore, they must enroll prior Onboard Training (OBT), pass the post-OBT assessments upon vessel disembarkation, and have a Special Order (S.O.) number issued by the CHED Regional Office to be recognized as graduate from an MHEI.
During the workshop proper, MHEIs updated their institutional profiles and were asked to submit their updated data using the revised template to CHED-OPSD.
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Congratulations, WCC-ATC for being recognized as a signatory int the SDG Accord!

The SDG Accord is a global initiative that encourages HEIs to contribute to the United Nationsโ€™ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

By becoming a signatory, WCC-Aeronautical and Technological College joins a network of institutions worldwide committed to integrating sustainability practices into their operations, curriculum, and research.

CHED ROI has been actively guiding our HEIs to align their initiatives with the UN SDGs, ensuring that sustainability is a key focus in education, research, and community involvement.

We look forward to having more HEIs leading the initiatives to contribute to the attainment of the SDGs!
#CHEDRO1

8th President of Mariano Marcos State University

CHED Regional Office I congratulates Dr. Virgilio Julius Paraoan Manzano, Jr. for having been elected as the 8th President of Mariano Marcos State University.

Your exemplary leadership and dedication to higher education will undoubtedly bring continued success and innovation to the university.

We extend our best wishes for a transformative and impactful leadership journey!

CHED RO1 enhance social media strategies, kicks off first series of Project WRITES

The Commission on Higher Education Regional Office 1 (CHED ROI) initiated a capacity-building program on sustaining reliable articles and effective news writing for the stakeholders through Project WRITES (Writing Responsibly Through Information Sessions, Training, and Engagement with Stakeholders) at the CHED ROI Conference Hall, San Fernando City, La Union, on February 11, 2025.

The said project seeks to provide a series of workshops on News and Feature Writing, Publication Materials/Page Design, Photography, and Video Editing to the selected CHED ROI staff.

Dr. Christine Nabor-Ferrer, Director IV of CHED ROI expressed her support to the said training program as a tool to further improve communication skills and social media presence.

The Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) Strategic Communications Team headed by Director Herdy Yumul discussed their best practices and highlighted the importance of Institutional Brand Standards, Information Management, Social Media Strategies, Documentation Services, and Graphic Design for Social Media.

Ms. April M. Bravo, Assistant Regional Director of the Philippine Information Agency Regional Office 1, provided the components of a news story and underscored the importance of reliable news facts in constructing a news article.

โ€œLet us continue providing credible and impactful news to our stakeholders to continue building an informed Filipino people,โ€ Ms. Bravo said.

Dr. Danilo B. Bose, Chief Education Program Specialist, shared the statement of purpose at the training, while Engr. Angelica Q. Dolores introduced the speakers. Ms. Nympha N. Buenio, Chief Administrative Officer, closed the session, commending the training efforts aimed at further capacitating CHED ROI staff.

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CHED RO1 ES serves as judge in 1st Animation Festival at Lorma College

Mr. Albert H. Subang, Education Supervisor II of CHED Regional Office 1 witnessed the creativity and technical skills of animators and digital artists from various higher education institutions (HEIs) during the 1st Animation Festival of Lorma Colleges, San Fernando, La Union, on February 6-7, 2025.
In collaboration with Busan Kyungsang College, South Korea, the Lorma Colleges featured competitions in 2D and 3D Animation, Digital Illustration, and Storyboarding.
As an expert in Information Technology Education, Mr. Subang provided insights and constructive critiques to the participants, ensuring a fair and high-quality competition.
“This festival is a testament to the growing importance of animation and digital storytelling in todayโ€™s world. The level of talent displayed by the students is truly remarkable, and I commend Lorma Colleges and Busan Kyungsang College for fostering such creativity,” Mr. Subang said.
Dr. Carol Lynn R. Macagba, President of Lorma Colleges, and Mr. Ahn Yong Joon of Busan Kyungsang College graced the event, highlighting their institutions’ commitment to advancing digital education.
“Through this partnership, we are not only expanding our studentsโ€™ technical skills but also providing them with a global platform to showcase their talents. We look forward to more opportunities like this in the future,โ€ Dr. Macagba shared.
The festival also included workshops and industry talks, providing students with insights into the latest trends in animation and multimedia arts.
The event served as a platform for young artists to showcase their talents, gain industry exposure, and explore career opportunities in animation.
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SAFER INTERNET DAY 2025

CHED ROI joins the global community in celebrating Safer Internet Day (SID) 2025 starting today, February 11, 2025, with the local theme, “Digital Bayanihan, para Kabataang Ligtas at Protektado Online.”
Together, let us create safer digital space for children. Together, let us stop Online Sexual Abuse or Exploitation of Children.

ADDRESSING GRADUATE EDUCATION GAPS PAGE-1 plans upcoming projects with CHED ROI

With renewed vigor, the Philippine Association for Graduate Education โ€“ Region 1 Chapter (PAGE-I) convened for a planning session with the Commission on Higher Education Regional Office 1 (CHED ROI) at the HEDF Building Conference Room, Sevilla, City of San Fernando, La Union on February 11, 2025.

Dr. Caridad Oli Abuan, PAGE-I President, led discussions on the upcoming graduate education conference, which aims to equip higher education institutions (HEIs) with solutions to prevailing challenges in graduate studies.
Key topics will focus on enhancing research publication capabilities, integrating artificial intelligence and other digital tools, and addressing emerging trends in postgraduate education.

The said topics emerged from the presentation of Dr. Al Gerald Barde, CHED ROI Education Supervisor and PAGE-I Adviser, indicating the key findings from CHEDโ€™s monitoring of graduate education programs in the region.
Research and poster presentations, featuring studies aligned with the eventโ€™s central theme โ€” which will soon be officially announced โ€” will be the highlight of the conference.

Dr. Rowena De Guzman, Secretary, and Dr. Marilou Agustin, Assistant Secretary, reported that conference attendees would be eligible for 10 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) units.
Dr. Marvin Campit, Vice-President, expressed his full support for the initiative, pledging to encourage faculty members and graduate students to participate actively.

Another critical agenda was the invitation extended to state universities and colleges (SUCs) with established academic journals to assist private HEI instructors and students in their publication efforts.

Dr. Abuan encouraged officers to contribute further ideas for future projects.
One notable proposal was the development of PAGE-Iโ€™s own journal and an accompanying e-journal website, providing a dedicated platform for graduate students and faculty to publish their research.

Dr. Napoleon Meimban, Board of Directors Member, also discussed the possibility of establishing a set of criteria for internal and external reviewers, which will then lead to the creation of a pool of peer reviewers in the region.

Dr. Barde relayed a message from CHED ROI Director IV, Dr. Christine Nabor-Ferrer, highlighting the planned creation of an Ethics Board in each graduate school and benchmarking activities to learn best practices from other regions.

Before the adjournment, Dr. Abuan and the PAGE-I officers extended their gratitude to CHED ROI for its continued support and partnership in advancing graduate education in the region.

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CHED RO1 distributes UniFAST TDP stipends at Lab for All in Pangasinan

As part of its commitment to provide educational assistance to students, CHED ROI distributed stipends to 44 Tulong Dunong Program (TDP) grantees from the University of Pangasinan during the Lab For All event in Bayambang, Pangasinan on February 6, 2025.
Each beneficiary received โ‚ฑ7,500, covering the 2nd Semester of SY 2023-2024.
First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos highlighted the contributions of various national government agencies (NGAs) to the Lab For All initiative and provided a breakdown of the โ‚ฑ682,910,746.99 allocation intended for the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education (UAQTE), emphasizing CHEDโ€™s role in expanding educational opportunities.
CHED Chairperson J. Prospero E. De Vera III shared updates on CHEDโ€™s participation and support for Lab For All activities nationwide, reaffirming the Commissionโ€™s commitment to accessible and inclusive education through financial aid programs like TDP and TES under UniFAST.
Atty. Ryan L. Estevez, UniFAST Executive Director, graced the said event and provided his support in facilitating the grant distribution process, ensuring that beneficiaries received their financial assistance smoothly.
Furthermore, Atty. Estevez and Dr. Christine Nabor-Ferrer, Director IV of CHEDRO I, engaged with the students, learning about their personal journeys and the transformative impact of the Tulong Dunong Program (TDP) in their lives.

Chair Popoy, Atty. Estevez visit PPC

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Chairperson Dr. J. Prospero “Popoy” E. De Vera III and Atty. Ryan Estevez, Officer-in-Charge of the Office of the Executive Director, toured inside the newly established Pangasinan Polytechnic College (PPC) on February 7, 2025.

Chair De Vera and Atty. Estevez toured the facilities and discussed future plans for the institution.

The visit underscores CHED’s support for local universities and colleges (LUCs) initiatives and is part of an effort to strengthen collaboration between the national government and educational institutions.

The PPC is one of the newest LUCs in the region, offering bachelor’s degree programs including Bachelor of Multimedia Arts, Bachelor of Science in Agri-Business, and Bachelor of Public Administration Major in Local Governance. In addition to these degree programs, PPC provides various short courses through its Center for Lifelong Learning (CeLL).

PPC was created through the initiative of the Provincial Government of Pangasinan under the leadership of Governor Ramon โ€œMon-monโ€ Guico III.

: Prof Popoy De Vera