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NwSSU Main Campus’ ISSC Officers and CSC Governors, together with 3 advisers, proudly joined the much-anticipated Philippines I Transform! Leaders Convention (PITLC) which gathered youth leaders from across the country in Baguio City, DepEd Teacher’s Camp this September 3-8, 2026. With the theme “COMBATING POVERTY, ACHIEVING PROSPERITY FOR ALL,” the convention focused on empowering leaders to advance the Sustainable Development Goals in their respective communities. The 13th PITLC welcomed participants from Sangguniang Kabataan, Local Youth Development Councils, Local Youth Development Offices, Higher Educational Institutions, and Community-Based Organizations. The NwSSU team was recognized with the MAGNUS AWARD for Biggest Delegation under the University Category, a testament to NWSSU’s strong commitment to youth leadership and service. Beyond the sessions and competitions, NWSSU delegates actively participated in different competitions, showcasing talent, teamwork, and the NWSSU spirit on a national stage. In line with this, two of the ISSC Leaders achieved recognitions in their different competitions: Alyzza Grace P. Errojo with her coach Ms. Jessabel C. Orongan – 3rd Place in Extemporaneous Speech Competition Amber Gebriel I. Nueva with her coach Ms. Jacquelyn V. Tapil – 3rd Place in Photo Advocacy Competition The experience reaffirmed the role of student leaders to lead with purpose, address poverty, and work toward prosperity for all.

CALBAYOG CITY, SAMAR — This October 18, hundreds of applicants and police officers across Eastern Visayas will take the PNP Entrance Examination, PNP Promotional Examinations, and the Police Executive Service Eligibility–Written Examination (PESE-WE). For those taking the exams in Calbayog City, that journey will be made easier as Northwest Samar State University (NwSSU) opens its doors as an examination venue. The arrangement is made possible through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between NwSSU and the National Police Commission Regional Office VIII (NAPOLCOM RO8), bringing together education and public service in a partnership that benefits not only the two institutions, but also the people they serve. Making the Journey Easier For examinees, one of the biggest benefits is simple: convenience. Applicants and police officers from Calbayog City and nearby communities can take their examinations closer to home. A more accessible testing venue means less travel time, lower transportation costs, and less stress—giving examinees more time and energy to focus on preparing for an important career milestone. A Stronger Partner for NAPOLCOM For NAPOLCOM RO8, having NwSSU as a partner provides a reliable and accessible venue for conducting examinations. Such partnership was forged during the ceremonial MOA signing on Augst 28 at the NwSSU’s President’s Boardroom which was executed by Atty.  Lorelie Facbillar-Tanagran, University President and Atty. Risty N. Sibay, NAPOLCOM 8 Regional Director.  With its classrooms and facilities, the university can help support a testing environment that is safe, orderly, and conducive to examinees. This partnership also strengthens NAPOLCOM’s connection with the academic community and creates an avenue for future collaboration.   Growing Through Service For NwSSU, the partnership is an opportunity to put its resources and academic environment in the service of the community. By hosting national examinations, the university strengthens its role as more than a place for learning. It becomes a space where people can take important steps toward their professional goals. The partnership also allows NwSSU to deepen its relationship with a government agency and gain greater exposure to the needs and realities of public service. These connections can open possibilities for future collaborative activities in education, training, research, community engagement, and other areas that can benefit students and the wider community.  In this way, the university’s involvement reflects its commitment to being an active partner in community and nation-building—using its facilities, people, and expertise to create opportunities for others.

Thirty computer units were successfully turned over at the University President’s Board Room on August 19, 2026, as Northwest Samar State University formally received the equipment from the Provincial Local Government Unit’s Public Employment Service Office (PLGU-PESO), marking the launch of the university’s newest facility: the JOBS NEXT HUB. The turnover was simple, but its purpose is far-reaching. The hub was established to give NwSSU alumni, local jobseekers, and community members a shared space to build digital skills and connect with employment opportunities, using resources many would otherwise have limited access to. For graduates, the hub offers a dedicated workspace to refine portfolios and ease the shift from student life into the workforce. For jobseekers in the community, it opens the door to drafting resumes, applying for local and remote positions, and navigating online employment platforms. And for residents simply looking to build their digital literacy, the facility offers a starting point to grow more comfortable navigating an increasingly online job market. The hub’s role won’t stop at providing equipment. It is expected to host career workshops, upskilling sessions, and technical training in the months ahead, positioning it as an ongoing resource rather than a one-time initiative. The partnership between NwSSU and PLGU-PESO reflects a shared commitment to expanding access to digital tools and employment support in the province, one that university officials hope will translate into real opportunities for the community it serves.

CALBAYOG CITY, Samar — Northwest Samar State University (NwSSU) and the Department of Justice–Parole and Probation Administration (DOJ-PPA) Region VIII signed a Memorandum of Agreement on Thursday, August 13, 2026, to launch a reintegration program for parolees and probationers. The one-year initiative marks the second phase of a collaborative partnership designed to provide skills development, employment opportunities, and community support for rehabilitated individuals. NwSSU President Lorelie Fabillar-Tangaran and DOJ-PPA Region VIII Regional Director Ma. Beverly D. Ampo formalized the agreement. Under the said MOA, beneficiaries will undergo competency-based vocational training. Courses include food processing, agri-business, basic house wiring, and driving. The program also features certification opportunities, job search assistance, and direct linkages to local employers. NwSSU will provide project resources, including funding, manpower, training venues, and monthly learning sessions. The university has also committed on-campus space for hands-on work experience and entrepreneurial development. DOJ-PPA Region VIII will identify qualified clients, manage case supervision, and facilitate connections with families and partner organizations. The agency will handle all participant data in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012. The initiative also includes individualized coaching, family reintegration sessions, mentoring, and community restorative service programs.

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Northwest Samar State University (NwSSU) co-facilitated a two-day Training of Trainers (TOT) for Silvino Lubos Child Development Workers (CDWs) and Teachers (CDTs) on June 11–12, 2026. The capacity-building initiative introduced the “Being the Best CDW I Can Be” toolkit and a system for competency-based professional development. It targeted frontline early childhood educators and municipal welfare personnel to improve local childcare delivery. The engagement served local daycare workers, childcare practitioners, and key leaders, including MSWDO Agner S. Sagonoy and Vice Mayor Melvin A. Jarito, to align municipal operations with provincial mandates. University resource persons led technical modules on Republic Act 12199, foundational competency standards, and Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP). Participants also completed training on disaster risk response, sanitary health protocols, and integrating creative activities using localized instructional materials. By extending technical expertise, this extension program addresses the distinct professional development needs of upland childcare providers. This localized implementation ensures that early childhood educators in Silvino Lubos possess standardized instructional competencies. The initiative reinforces the university’s role in supporting grassroots governance and securing educational equity for remote communities.

Northwest Samar State University (NwSSU) facilitated a five-day training on competency-based professional development for Child Development Workers (CDWs), teachers (CDTs), and social welfare personnel (MSWDO) from May 18 to 22, 2026, at the Diamond Hotel in Catarman, Northern Samar. The institutional extension project aimed to standardize public childcare operations and establish a benchmark for regional early childhood care. The sessions upgraded instructional and administrative skills through structured technical workshops. Frontline workers participated in hands-on training for designing creative learning experiences, practicing early literacy storytelling, and constructing teacher-made instructional materials. The curriculum also included practical exercises on child portfolio management, work sampling, anecdotal recording, and the formulation of localized daycare disaster risk and response plans. As the capital town and a major economic hub, Catarman serves as a model for educational standards in Northern Samar. Elevating the competencies of childcare providers in this central locality sets a higher standard that directly influences instructional practices in neighboring towns. The initiative reinforces the university’s commitment to community-driven development, ensuring that advancements made in the capital town help improve early childhood milestones throughout the wider region. #ASCENDNwSSU