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.

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

CHED ROI is proud to announce the names of the new MTP-SP Scholars for the SY 2025 – 2026. These eight ( 8 ) exceptional students are from the Urdaneta City University and the Mariano Marcos State University.
The MTP-SP aims to provide financial assistance to qualified and deserving students in allied and health-related programs and to meet the demands of the health labor market needs and existing frameworks on healthforce planning and equitable resource allocations.
The scholars upon passing the Professional Regulations Commission (PRC) Licensure Exams, shall render one (1) year of mandatory return service per year of the scholarship availed from the government in compliance with the Universal Health Care Act.
CHED ROI is proud of you!
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Higher Education Institutions in Region 1 once again proved their global competence as they bagged multiple recognitions in the recently concluded Virtual CommTECH Nusantara 2025, organized by Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) Surabaya—one of the most active and generous international partners of CHED Regional Office I and Region 1 HEIs.
Out of 122 participants from 29 HEIs representing the Philippines, Malaysia, Russia, Pakistan, China, Taiwan, Bangladesh, Peru, Mexico, and Singapore, the Region 1 participants stood out during the said activity.
Among the highlights of the event was the outstanding performance of three student delegates who were awarded as 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀:
📍𝗝𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗹𝗼 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗼𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 (𝗠𝗠𝗦𝗨)
📍 𝗖𝘆𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝗰𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗼, 𝗟𝗮 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗦𝗟𝗖 -𝗦𝗙𝗟𝗨)
📍𝗔𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗼 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝘂𝘇𝗼𝗻 (𝗨𝗟)
As a result of their exceptional participation, Jed and Cyrene secured a full scholarship for the next cycle of CommTECH, while Alvin Carillo was granted a full scholarship for the International Staff Mobility (ISM) Program happening from September 29 to October 3, 2025.
Region 1 delegates also shone in the Special Awards Category, earning the following recognitions:
𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
📍 Princess A. Laña – Saint Louis College of San Fernando, La Union
📍 Kyro D. Arroyo – Mariano Marcos State University
📍 Rhonalie B. Apilado-Dumo – Saint Louis College of San Fernando, La Union
📍 Fregine A. Claveria – University of Luzon
𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
📍Trisha Zahmir – Mariano Marcos State University
𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗱:
📍Abegail O. Habon – University of Northern Philippines
📍Ana Mae G. Fontanilla – Saint Louis College of San Fernando, La Union
CommTECH Nusantara is a virtual international program by ITS Surabaya that brings together students, faculty, and staff for cross-cultural learning. It includes lectures, cultural activities, team projects, and networking, aiming to build global awareness, leadership, and appreciation of Indonesian culture while tackling key global issues.
CHED Regional Office I expresses its gratitude to ITS Surabaya, whose generosity and collaboration have made international learning experiences accessible to Filipino students and educators.
Photo courtesy: ITS Surabaya