“We must conform to standards to guarantee quality assurance, especially with AACCUP. Meeting performance standards is a must, but if we don’t challenge ourselves, the University will remain stagnant,” said Dr. Benjamin L. Pecayo, University President, in his opening speech.
Northwest Samar State University took a significant step toward academic accreditation as it kicked off its Preliminary Survey Visit (PSV), conducted by the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP). Over the next five days, the University will undergo a thorough evaluation, essential to upholding high-quality education and meeting national standards.
The PSV is designed to assess NwSSU’s readiness for full accreditation, helping the University ensure that it is on track for continuous growth and improvement. The opening program featured several key activities, including the introduction of the area chairpersons and accrediting team. Dr. Pinky B. Carig, Dr. Jay B. Fallan, Prof. Ma. Monette D. Tugay, and Ar. Gina G. Flanders are the accreditors who will evaluate how well the University aligns with AACCUP’s standards.
The University President stressed the importance of adhering to high-quality benchmarks. The programs being evaluated during this PSV include offerings from the College of Education, such as the Bachelor of Secondary Education, with majors in Values Education, Filipino, and Social Studies; the Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education, majoring in Information Communication Technology; and the Bachelor of Technical-Vocational Teacher Education, majoring in Food and Service Management. The Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the College of Engineering and Architecture is also part of the evaluation.
Tomorrow, April 29, 2025, the accreditors will get a closer look at NwSSU’s facilities through a virtual tour, which will showcase the University’s infrastructure, learning resources, and support services.
The opening program set a positive and focused tone for the accreditation process, as NwSSU continues to strive for excellence and work toward surpassing national standards in higher education.
This accreditation process is expected to enhance NWSSU’s reputation, increase stakeholder confidence, and ultimately benefit students, faculty, and the community by ensuring the university’s programs meet rigorous standards. The successful outcome of this evaluation will likely lead to improved academic programs, facilities, and services, further solidifying NwSSU’s commitment to delivering high-quality education and contributing to the region’s development.