13/08/2026
[๐ฅ๐จ๐จ๐ค] ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ฉ๐๐ง๐ฌ ๐๐๐ญ๐ก ๐
๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐จ๐ง๐ญ๐ก, ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ญ๐ก ๐๐๐ฅ๐๐๐ซ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฌ๐ฌ ๐๐๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐๐ฌ
The J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC) officially opened its 25th Foundation Month Celebration and ASEAN Month Celebration on August 10, 2026, through a synchronous program held across its Main, Pagadian, Lakewood, and Dumingag campuses. Anchored on the theme โPADAYUN JHCSC @25: Pride, Achievement, Diversity, Advancement, and Youth Oneness into New Frontiers,โ the celebration marked a milestone in the institutionโs 25-year journey while highlighting its commitment to academic advancement, cultural diversity, unity, and its continuing pursuit of universityhood.
Leading the JHCSC officials in attendance were President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Vilma C. Grengia, Vice President for Administration and Finance Mr. Wilfredo M. Barnido Jr., Vice President for Research, Innovation, Development, and Extension Dr. Mark Patalinghug, and Main Campus Director Dr. Trinidad C. Abapo. Faculty and Staff Trustee Hon. Glady C. Quirante, Alumni Trustee, Hon. Glendell I. Oyo-a, and Student Trustee Hon. Benjie T. Jimenez also joined the celebration, together with campus officials, office directors, faculty members, staff, and students from the different campuses.
The occasion also commemorated Dr. Rosalesโs third anniversary as President of JHCSC. In her message honoring the College President, Dr. Grengia described the occasion as a convergence of meaningful celebrations and blessings for the institution. โAng ating puso ay nagdiriwang,โ she said, as she reflected on the series of milestones being celebrated. She further emphasized the importance of gratitude among members of the JHCSC community, saying, โTayong lahat ay dapat magkaroon ng pusong mapagpasalamat.โ
The celebration commenced with a Thanksgiving Mass led by Fr. Leonard Realiza, OSA, of Our Mother of Perpetual Help Parish in Guipos, setting a reflective tone for the occasion. The Mass underscored gratitude for the institutionโs achievements and milestones throughout its years of service. The opening activities also coincided with the launch of ASEAN Month, emphasizing JHCSCโs participation in promoting ASEAN awareness, cooperation, cultural appreciation, and regional solidarity among members of the academic community.
The event brought together government officials, institutional leaders, faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders. Among the distinguished guests were Provincial Board Member Hon. Jaqueline Michelle S. Espina-Villanueva, representing Rep. Jeyzel Victoria C. Yu; Hon. Wilma D. Ocapan, Municipal Vice Mayor, representing Municipal Mayor Hon. Ex D. Ocapan; and municipal officials Hon. Mansueto M. Martinez, Hon. Jerry B. Din, Hon. Peter Jan P. Uro, Hon. Euprocena H. Amaya, Hon. Gerald Pole S. Alcomendras, SK Federation President, and Hon. Rosela E. Patigayon. Also present were JHCSC Parent-Teacher Association President Santiago O. Arig and other guests and partners of the College.
In his message, Dr. Rosales reflected on his leadership journey and said that his return to JHCSC as President was purposeful and a calling to continue serving the institution. He reaffirmed the Collegeโs vision of eventually attaining university status, expressing confidence that the aspiration would be realized in due time as JHCSC continues working toward becoming the envisioned Zamboanga del Sur State University (ZDSSU). He also discussed the proposed direction of the institution, including its enhanced vision and mission, as JHCSC prepares for the transition and the broader responsibilities expected of a university.
Meanwhile, Hon. Espina-Villanueva highlighted JHCSCโs transformation from its humble beginnings into an institution moving closer toward universityhood. She related the Collegeโs progress to the anniversary theme, particularly its emphasis on achievement, advancement, and the pursuit of new frontiers. The simultaneous celebration across campuses also featured other milestone activities, including the blessing of new physical facilities and, at the Lakewood Campus, the signing of the Memorandum of Agreement for the Conditional Utilization of the Mary Queen of Apostles Parish Boarding House as a Free Student Boarding Facility, an initiative led by Lakewood Campus Director Prof. Bobby Piscos in partnership with concerned agencies and stakeholders.
Closing the program, Dr. Patalinghug called on the JHCSC community to continue moving forward as the institution enters another chapter of its development. He acknowledged that new frontiers would bring new challenges, but stressed that these could also open opportunities for further growth and achievement. The opening celebration set the direction for activities throughout the 25th Foundation Month and ASEAN Month, reaffirming JHCSCโs commitment to honoring its history, strengthening partnerships, embracing diversity, and advancing collectively toward its vision of becoming a university.
For more photos, please view the attached link in the comment section.
Documentation: J.H. Cerilles State CollegeโInformation and Public Affairs Office (JHCSCโIPAO)
Photographers: Cristobal A. Navales, Jr. and Ralph Dale D. Ramirez
Writer: Farniza M. Marcaban
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