DNSC Quality Assurance Office

01/10/2025

03/09/2025

[𝗤𝗔𝗿𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗻] Today, we join together in celebrating the birthday of our Quality Assurance Director, Dr. Ma. Melanie N. Edig!

May you be blessed with health, joy, and wisdom as you continue to lead us in our journey. May this day be filled with smiles and warm moments. We are thankful for your guidance and enthusiasm.

Happy QArawan, Ma’am Mel!

29/08/2025

PANABO CITY – Auditors of Davao del Norte State College (DNSC) participated in the Internal Quality Audit Training held at the DNSC Audio-Visual Room on August 18–19, 2025. The training enhanced auditors’ knowledge and skills in line with ISO 19011:2018 or the Guidelines for Auditing Managemen...

29/08/2025

CITY – Davao del Norte State College (DNSC) held the Review, Finalization, and Approval of ISO Procedures on August 6, 2025 via Microsoft Teams. This was the final stage of process refinement before full implementation. The activity was facilitated by Mary Glory Caunin, ISO Consultant from JBDC Co...

29/08/2025

PANABO CITY – Davao del Norte State College (DNSC) conducted a 7S Good Housekeeping Training via Microsoft Teams on August 7, 2025, with Ms. Mary Glory Caunin, ISO Consultant from JBDC Consultancy, as the resource speaker. The activity was open to all employees and aimed to strengthen workplace or...

15/08/2025

[𝗤𝗔𝘀𝗮𝘆𝘀𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻] 𝗗𝗡𝗦𝗖 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗔𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗨𝗣 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀’ 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

Davao del Norte State College (DNSC) strengthens its commitment to quality education with the participation of College President Dr. Joy M. Sorrosa and Quality Assurance Director Dr. Ma. Melanie N. Edig in the Presidents’ Summit 2025 of the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP), held on August 14-15, 2025 at the Century Park Hotel, Malate, Manila.

The summit gathered State University and College (SUC) leaders and quality assurance officials to discuss the new framework for Quality Assurance and Accreditation, revised AACCUP standards, and the alignment of institutional strategies with national and global benchmarks.

Highlights included the presentation of the revised standards for teacher education and a call for shared commitment to excellence, transparency, and accountability in higher education governance.

This participation reinforces DNSC’s dedication to continuous improvement and global competitiveness, ensuring that institutional strategies align with evolving quality assurance directions for higher education in the Philippines.

16/07/2025

[𝗤𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻] 𝗘𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗨𝗣 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: 𝗗𝗡𝗦𝗖 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴

In an unwavering commitment to elevate academic excellence and institutional processes, Davao del Norte State College (DNSC) sent three of its personnel: Raquel J. Edjec, HRMO Head; Grace C. Guanzon, Associate Professor II; and Jomarie Dave B. Java, Quality Assurance Officer II, to a pivotal “Onsite Seminar-Workshop on Outcomes-Based Quality Assurance: An Overview for New Accreditors, Internal Quality Assurance, and Non-Academic Personnel.” This crucial three-day workshop, organized by the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP), Inc., was held from July 9–11, 2025, at the Century Park Hotel in Malate, Manila.

This training wasn’t just any workshop; it was an in-depth exploration of how quality is measured based on outcomes and the processes behind it. With AACCUP set to implement its new accreditation instruments before the year ends, this served as the final opportunity for State Universities and Colleges like DNSC to gain a comprehensive understanding of these forthcoming changes.

The workshop equipped participants with essential skills to ensure the highest standards of quality. They delved into the core principles of Outcomes-Based Quality Assurance (OBQA) and the overall accreditation process. Attendees practiced using the Program Performance Profile (PPP) template and other tools for survey visits, streamlining data gathering and analysis. A significant portion of the training focused on identifying and validating appropriate evidence for various areas and indicators, emphasizing thorough preparation. The workshop also clarified the scoring system used to evaluate exhibits and evidence. Participants were trained in writing reports that clearly highlight strengths, identify Areas Needing Improvement (ANI), and offer actionable recommendations, all aligned with accreditation standards. Importantly, the workshop reinforced the professional and ethical responsibilities of both non-teaching personnel who prepare documentation and official accreditors, underscoring their crucial roles in the accreditation process.

DNSC’s active participation in this workshop reflects its steadfast commitment to maintaining excellence in education and institutional operations. The insights and practical skills gained are expected to further strengthen the College’s internal quality assurance processes.

14/07/2025

[ATM] Day 1 of DNSC’s Internal Quality Audit

The ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Internal Quality Audit begins today at the GAD Conference Room and will continue in various offices under evaluation.

In her message during the opening meeting, College President Joy M. Sorrosa reminded process owners and auditors, “The audit tests our understanding of college operations. Knowing our processes ultimately helps us proactively solve issues and prevent them from happening again. This audit is not about finding faults, it is about strengthening our foundation.”

We look forward to a productive internal audit and appreciate all our personnel for consistently putting their best foot forward.





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