RQAT visits UNP for BS Interior Design program evaluation
The Regional Quality Assessment Team (RQAT) conducted a hybrid validation visit at the University of Northern Philippines (UNP) in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, on July 11, 2025, to evaluate the HEI’s BS Interior Design program as part of the process in securing a Certificate of Program Compliance (COPC).
Dr. Raquel B. Florendo and Arch. Rossano G. Baradi, RQAT members, assessed various facets of institutional operations, encompassing administrative organization, academic instruction, research activities, outreach programs, governance mechanisms, and infrastructure resources.
They also reviewed the application reports, conducted on-site inspections of the institution’s library and laboratory facilities, and interviewed key personnel of the institution.
Engr. Leonora Quarte, Education Supervisor II for Engineering programs, provided technical assistance during the activity.
The team disclosed the evaluation findings and provided their recommendations during the exit conference, which was attended by the members of the institution’s administration, led by Dr. Fatima Rocamora, UNP’s vice president for research and extension and Dr. Ashley Paulino Martinez, dean of the College of Fine Arts and Design.