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Represented by Dr. Ramil S. Catamora, Vice-President for Academic Affairs, Northwest Samar State University joined the 11th Asia Technological University Network (ATU-Net) Board Meeting 2023 at Rizqun International Hotel, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam on October 23, 2023.   This annual congregation mainly highlights an overview of the 2023 ATU-Net achievements together with the 2024 planning, ATU-Net Consortium Collaboration Exchange/Signing Ceremony for new member institutions, and Networking High Tea.

To ensure quality processes, methods, skills, and controls of the institution, the three-day QMS Updating and IQA Capability Building Training Workshop had ensued on October 18, 2023 and concluded today, October 20 at BDC, NwSSU. This was attended by the faculty members of the university. On the first day, a pre-term exam and introduction were given to the participants. It was followed by in-depth discussion of relevant topics on the second day. On the last day, the prospective auditors underwent mock and actual audits on Curriculum Development, Library Management, Learning and Development, and Management of Learning. The capability building training workshop aims to boost the processes and structures of the institution and raise awareness on the quality management system of the University.

Fourteen (14) faculty members coming from the different colleges of Northwest Samar State University participated in the annual cross-learning activity titled, “Modelling Extension Programs and Projects from a Level-IV State University” spearheaded by the Office of the Extension Services through its Director, Dr. Catherine Rodriguez at Visayas State University, Baybay City, Leyte and Southern Leyte State University, Sugod, Southern Leyte on September 25-27, 2023. The visit focused on best practices in extension program and project implementation, and the alignment of processes and policies in extension services. The activity provides the participants actual exposure and interaction with the implementers, beneficiaries, and the areas where the two Universities implement their projects. The outcomes are designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to effectively contribute to the development and management of their respective extension programs and projects, fostering sustainability, community engagement, and responsible tourism practices.

Pre-Field Study Orientation of Practice Teachers and MOA Signing on Student Teaching Program between NwSSU and DepEd Calbayog today, September 26, 2023, at the RSU Socio-Cultural Center

NwSSU officials led by University President, Dr. Benjamin L. Pecayo paid courtesy visits to members of the House of Representatives namely First District of Samar Representative, Hon. Stephen James T. Tan, Second District of Samar Representative, Hon. Reynolds Michael T. Tan, and 4PS Party List and Minority Leader, Hon. Marcelino C. Libanan yesterday, September 20, 2023, at the Batasang Pambansa Complex, Quezon City. In the talks, Dr. Pecayo discussed the updates on the University’s overall performance and the future programs and projects for 2024. The congressmen in turn expressed their support to sustain the momentum of the institution’s progress.

SUC officials as well as other Members of the House of Representatives are present today, September 20 at Belmonte Hall, Batasang Pambansa Complex, Quezon City for pre-plenary hearing to brief the House Committee on Appropriations for FY 2024 financial overview, major thrusts, new and ongoing programs, significant projects, the status of releases of funds, income, and major accomplishments. Representing NwSSU are the University officials led by University President, Dr. Benjamin L. Pecayo.

The University opened its doors to the National Association of Certified Public Accountants in Education (NACPAE) as host school of the Eastern Visayas Regional Forum on September 9, 2023, at the Business Development Center, NwSSU Main Campus, Calbayog City. Realizing its mission to promote holistic professional development for the accounting teachers in the Philippines, NACPAE led by its President, Mr. Francisco M. Caliwan Jr.,CPA, a native of Tagapul-an, Samar, together with NwSSU, Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA)-Eastern Visayas Region, and PICPA-Calbayog City Chapter hosted the regional forum in the form of a continuing development program which discussed topics on Teaching Content, Teaching Methodologies and Pedagogy, Updates from the Board of Accountancy, and Ethics. The event was attended by representatives from different accounting schools, PICPA Chapters in Region 8, and JPIA CKC Chapter. 𝘏𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘺’𝘴 𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘧𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘴 𝘴𝘰𝘰𝘯. In his welcome remarks, Vice President for Administrative Affairs, Engr. Rhio C. Dimakiling addressed that participants are not just present to learn trends in accounting education, but also to create and foster linkages. He also hoped that the event would serve as a venue for forging agreements that will cater to the better future of students. In her message, PICPA Calbayog Chapter President, Ms. Estephanie G. Zilmar-Erencio, CPA, mentioned that among the targets of PICPA are the strengthening of ties and linkages to schools and universities offering Bachelor of Science in Accountancy program throughout the Philippines and the increased engagement of accounting teachers who are essentially part of forming the next generation of CPAs. The resource persons were NACPAE President, Mr. Francisco M. Caliwan, CPA, NACPAE Director, Mr. Louie Gene G. Marasigan, CPA, NACPAE Auditor, Mr. Cedric Val R. Naranjo, CPA, and the Chairman of the Professional Regulatory Board of Accountancy, Hon. Noe G. Quiñanola, Ph.D. Also present at the event were the members of the NACPAE Board of Trustees and Directors, and the University Director of Financial Management, former President and currently a member of the Board of Directors of PICPA Calbayog Chapter, Mr. Gil Leovigildo A. Ancheta, CPA.

The Director for Quality Assurance, Dr. Rolyn Catamora, and the Head of Internal Quality Audit, Ms. Florabel Canaman, represented the University at this year’s ASEAN University Network-Quality Assurance (AUN-QA) International Conference in Bangkok, Thailand on September 6-7, 2023.   The ASEAN University Network-Quality Assurance International Conference (AUN-QA IC) is the premier conference in the field of quality assurance in higher education within the ASEAN region with the aims to enhance the promotion and dissemination of the high-quality development practices of quality assurance in higher education and to facilitate new developments in quality assurance. The conference aims to strengthen solidarity and cooperation among the region and beyond, guided by the principles of sincerity, real results, affinity, and good faith, and with a commitment to the greater good and shared interests. Thus, the theme of this year’s International Conference is “Driving University Excellence Through Quality: Strategies, Systems, Structures, and QA in the Context of Post-Pandemic Regional and Global Cooperation”.   The two-day program consists of various keynote speakers from across the globe and insightful dialogue sessions to induce truly internationalized and valuable initiatives for the betterment of quality assurance in the ASEAN region and beyond.

Dr. Carl E. Balita had a lunch meeting with the University representatives led by University President, Dr. Benjamin L. Pecayo today, September 6, 2023. The meeting resulted in Dr. Balita’s pledges to boost the university’s collaboration thrusts in instruction, research, and internationalization. The future partnership goals include an international research conference, establishment of an international partnership with an education institution in Thailand, and the establishment of a review program in NwSSU for Teacher Education graduates.Dr. Balita also informed Dr. Pecayo that the University is set to receive an award before the year ends for being one of the outstanding resilient universities during and after the pandemic. Also included in the meeting were the University Financial Management Office, Mr. Gil Leovigildo A. Ancheta, College Deans Armando and Jannel C. Alviola, and Dr. Balita’s team.