President's Report Quarter 1 2023

As we prosper and continue to adapt to the challenges and the evolving demands in the society, our university also faces different rigors in the new normal. With honor and prestige, I would like to share with the Honorable Chairperson and Members of the Board of Regents the University Accomplishments and Activities for the 1st Quarter of Fiscal Year 2023.

highlights of

accomplishments

President’s Activity

Academic Affairs

Students’ Campus Life

Research and Extension Services

Administrative Affairs

San Jorge Campus

NwSSU Key Officials attend ITSO Presidents’ Summit in Manila

University President, Dr. Benjamin L. Pecayo, VP for Research, Innovation, and Extension, Dr. Riz Rupert L. Ortiz, and Director for Innovations, Dr. Ervin Rodriguez were in Metro Manila for the 2023 Innovation and Technology Support Office (ITSO) Presidents’ Summit on March 28, 2023. The summit, with the theme “ITSO: Hub and Generator of Future-Ready Innovations”, was geared to recognize and award the members who have purposefully fulfilled the ITSO 2.0 Clustering deliverables for 2022. The occasion also provided opportunities to share accomplishments and network with other ITSOs in the country.

NwSSU also inked a Memorandum of Agreement with IPOPHIL recognizing NwSSU as a Registered ITSO Franchise.

First Executive Board Meeting of the Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges (PASUC) under the lead of its President, Dr. Tirso A. Ronquillo on March 16, 2023 held at the Century Park Hotel, Manila.

Dr. Benjamin L. Pecayo, University President together with key officials and personnel attended the 36th Annual National Conference and General Assembly on March 27- 29, 2023 at Century Park Hotel Manila. Updates on AACCUP Accreditation including policies, guidelines, practices and upcoming events of AACCUP were discussed.

PASUC First Executive Board Meeting Transpires

36th Annual National Conference and General Assembly

NwSSU hits 72.73% passing for first time takers of 2023 Mechanical Engineering Licensure Exam

Last March 2, Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) released the list of successful examinees for the Mechanical Engineering Licensure Examination. A total of 18 Norwesian aspirants took the two-day licensure examination held last February 26-27 and out of which, 9 successfully passed the exam – 8 out 11 first time takers (72.73%) and 1 out of 7 repeaters (14.29%), accumulating a 50% passing percentage

As per the PRC website, 3,774 out of 6,070 passed the Mechanical Engineers Licensure Examination, thus generating a 62.17% national passing percentage.

SAS mandates wearing school uniform

NwSSU students were required to wear uniforms on Monday morning January 30, 2023 as blended learning was employed as the University’s teaching modality for the second semester of SY 2022-2023.

Prior to this implemen tation, students were given five months to prepare and purchase the required school uniform.

As part of the University’s advocacy to foster Samareño Cultural Heritage, the Arts, Social, and Cultural Affairs Office presented a cultural show titled “Siplat, Rayhak, Pasundayag” last March 16, 2023 at the RSU Socio-Cultural Center.

The night of cultural showcase included Siday, Ismayling, folk songs and dances, band, and theatre performances by talented Norwesians: NwSSU Singers, Dagway Theater Group, Rondalla, Banda Musikero, Lamiraw, Dagao Visual Art Group, and Kinetics Dance Company.

ASCA displays samar heritage

NwSSU Hosts Film Documentary Workshop

to Boost Region’s Film Industry

FUN-RUN WITH A TWIST

A workshop on Documentary Filmmaking was conducted last March 22-24, 2023, sponsored by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, NwSSU-ASCA, award-winning director Chito S. Roño, LGU Calbayog, Calbayog City Arts and Culture Office, and CALAO Writers Inc., held at the Business Development Center, NwSSU.

Representatives from secondary schools, seminaries, and organizations from LGUs in the area attended the aforementioned event. The internationally acclaimed and award-winning film director Ms. Baby Ruth

Villarama was chosen by the NCCA-Speaker’s Bureau as the resource person.

The three-day workshop made the participants acquainted with the basic knowhow in film documentary production and they were able to produce film documentary outputs, which were presented on the last day. Aside from the objective of fostering creative collaborations among various artists in the field of film documentary, the event was also a preparation for upcoming first Chito S. Roño Film Festival.

Players composed of couples, students, uniformed personnel, and other participants from outside the university came in pair as they joined the “FEB-IBIG Run” despite the cloudy weather at NwSSU-Oval, Feb. 18, 2023. The said program is a fun-run activity with obstacle courses for the pairs to overcome such as Powder Paints Shower, Water Splash, Tire Run and Military Crawl.

FEB-IBIG Run is a fund raising activity of NwSSU-CCJS to provide sports equipment for its athletes in preparation of future sports competitions.

diaz, quitallas crowned as king and queen of hearts’23

The search is on for the First King and Queen of Hearts 2023 as selected candidates from the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) major in Marketing Management students

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DTI Orients Norwesians on Consumer Basic Rights

RSU Socio Cultural Center - Attended by students from the College of Management, Department of Trade and Industry in coordination with Northwest Samar State University conducted Consumer Education Seminar last February 23, 2023.

Mr. Tranquilino A. Racab, Trade and Industry Development Specialist of DTI- Samar comprehensively discussed the eight consumer rights namely: right to basic needs, right to safety, right to information, right to choose, right to representation, right to redress, right to consumer education, and right to healthy environment. Also present in the activity were Ms. Noaima L. Jamilon and Mr. Jerome P. Butlig, both Negosyo Center Business

Counselors. An open forum followed regarding the queries of the students on the said topic. The aforementioned seminar is an output of the college’s research titled “Awareness of NwSSU Community on Consum-

Internship Seminar for Future educators, launched

er Basic Rights”. The session was hosted by student researchers from the BS in Business Administration program led by Mr. Ro

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FROM PAGE 4 SAS mandates

An online post was issued on Thursday, January 26 by the Office of the Students Affairs and Services, stating an advisory that wearing of school uniform starts on January 30.

NwSSU College of Education (COED), in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd), conducts a Pre-Internship Seminar for Student Teachers on Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at Reynaldo S. Uy Socio-Cultural Hall. This is in preparation for the senior students’ practice teaching.

COED Dean, Dr. Jannel C. Alviola said that the orientation

aims to lay down the roles and responsibilities of the student teachers, the college and the institution, cooperating schools, and stakeholders. There are 226 pre-service teachers from NwSSU who are expected to have their internship in various public elementary and secondary schools in Calbayog City.

In a separate letter, SAS Director Myra Pilpa requested the Office of University Security Services that students who are not in uniform must not be allowed to enter the campus. Further, the letter states that students must wear black shoes and that PE uniforms must be worn only during PE classes.

Source: @nwssu.edu.ph

COEd imparts Methodology Seminar on BTLED, BTVTED Studes

NwSSU College of Education

(CoEd) conducted the Trainers’ Methodology Seminar for the BTLED and BTVTED students and faculty, Thursday, March 2, 2023 at NWSSU Business Development Center (BDC) Building. Resource speaker, Ms. Novelyn N. Rosacay imparted her knowledge and expertise as the trainer and assessor of the Trainers Methodology to the future trainor’s student.

CoEd Dean Dr. Jannel C. Alviola, Vice President-Academic Affairs, Dr Ramil S. Catamora and the faculty member of CoEd were present in the said seminar.

Norwesians join Earthquake Drill

The earthquake drill was separately and simultaneously conducted by CCJS, CCIS, and COED in the morning while, CEA, COM and CAT were in the afternoon.

FROM PAGE 5 DIAZ, QUITALLAS

of the College of Management vied for the crown tonight at RSU-Socio Cultural Center, Feb. 10, 2023.

Norwesian participated in the Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill organized by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, March 9, 2023.

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mark Centino with their adviser, Dr. Leo Jesus Lacaba. “This seminar is a timely opportunity that has afforded us, students, the chance to be more conscientious and thorough in

According to Eugene Calumba, University Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Officer, the simulation was separately conducted due to the limited number of personnel to evaluate the simulation based on the standard criteria.

As the coronation night concluded, the First King and Queen of Hearts were Jordan Diaz, BSBA-2A, and Alexis Quitallas, BSBA-3. Meanwhile, Vincent Franco, BSBA-2B, and Julian Luzon, BSBA-1B, landed as the 1st runners up, while Carl Corales, BSBA-1A, and Joan Custodio, BSBA-2B, were the 2nd runners up.

our daily purchases… It is a major assistance for me for I will be able to protect myself from any wrongful behavior as a trader”, Mr. Geven Aguado, one of the participants acclaimed.

The search for the BSBA King and Queen of Hearts was facilitated by the Junior Marketing Association of NwSSU Chapter (JMA-NwSSU).

Source: @nwssucourier

ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

Other Accomplishments

Studes honed thru Internship Program

The student internship program provides the students with practical experience and the opportunity to apply their academic knowledge to real-world situations. This experience is invaluable when students enter the workforce and can make them more competitive candidates for jobs.

Faculty members attend trainings

Two out of 23 faculty members participated in national/ international trainings, seminars, work shops at least once or 9% accomplishment of the current target

The university thru the College of Management hosted the 2nd National Business Student Summit of Philippine Council of Deans and Educators in Business (PCDEB) via Zoom Cloud Meeting and STREAMYARDS

LTA studes oriented on Health Issues

LTS students were oriented face-to-face on health issues such as substance abuse prevention, oral health and smoking cessation.

COM hosts 2nd Nat’l Business Summit

Alabado earns 2nd place on Essay Writing Contest

Cdt Jade Alabado was awarded as 2nd place on Essay Writing Contest during the Closing Ceremony of the National ROTC Month 2023 by no less than the Usec Franco Nemesio M. Gacal.

DMST ROTCU Training Staff, 8RCDG Convene

The NSTP Director requested for a meeting with the DMST ROTCU Training Staff and the assigned 8RCDG personnel.

NwSSU assures to iron ROTCU Training Staff Issues

NwSSU ROTCU Training Staff was assured that the issues raised during the meeting will be addressed with the help of the NwSSU Administration through the NSTP Director

ROTC cadets trained in marksmanship

ROTC cadets were given familiarization marksmanship training conducted by 8RCDG, RESCOM PA in Calbayog Black Powder Shooters gun club

Norwesians commemorate Ash Wednesday

Norwesian Catholics gathered for a Holy Mass to commemorate Ash Wednesday held Feb 23, 2023 at RSU Socio-Cultural Center. Ash Wednesday, which is observed by the imposition of a cross in ash on the forehead, marks the beginning of the Lenten Season for Catholics. Ashes were imposed on the foreheads of the faithful who attended the mass at the RSU Socio-Cultural Center . Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, the season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving leading to the commemoration of Christ’s passion, death, and resurrection.

NwSSU-ISSC

joins Provincial Youth Dev’t Council

Hon. Rafael Jason N. Tarrayo, president of the NwSSU Institutional Supreme Student Council, was warmly welcomed as one of the new members of the Samar Provincial Youth Development Council during the Joint Provincial Youth Development Council-Local Youth Development Officers Meeting held last March 23, 2023, at the Samar Capitol Building, Catbalogan City.

The PYDC warmly expressed its’ vision of working together with the NwSSU-ISSC to develop programs and activities that will not only benefit the youth but also the local communities. Some of the highlights of the meeting were various plans for collaborating with various stakeholders in the province to ensure the success of the initia-

tives that will be implemented by the council.

Hon. Tarrayo’s appointment as a member of the Samar Provincial Youth Development Council is seen as a great opportunity for the students of NwSSU to be

involved in the development of the province. The NwSSU-ISSC is looking forward to the upcoming activities that will provide holistic impact and development for the whole student community.

Photo Credits to Samar PYDO

Source: @nwssu.edu.ph Source: @isscnwssumain

Multimedia Arts Workshop; WE CREATE! Multimedia Arts Series

Norwesians from different colleges have undoubtedly unleashed their artistic genius in the recently accomplished twoday Multimedia Arts Workshop; WE CREATE! Multimedia Arts Series held last April 3-4, 2023 at the Noisy Room, Northwest Samar State Unversity - Main Campus.

The recently concluded Multimedia Arts Workshop has left participants in awe with its outstanding lineup of activities that enriched their skills and talents in various creative fields. Visual arts, photography, and film making were among the major highlights of the workshop.

The attendees were treated to a unique learning experience that went beyond the basics of Visual Arts through the expertise of Mr. Noel Sagayap and Wilfredo B. Labana, techniques and guides on Event

Photography through the expertise of Mr. Aivan N. Lentejas, and Film Making 101 through the expertise of Ms. Marylou S. Ortillo. The workshop has helped budding artists and creatives harness their potential and take their skills to the next level. Whether they aspire to be visual artists, photographers, or filmmakers, this workshop has equipped them with the tools, knowledge, and inspiration to unleash their

artistic genius and create works that truly stand out.

The Institutional Supreme Student Council is immensely grateful to the resource speakers for sharing their time, knowledge, and expertise, and to all the students who joined the workshop for their active participation. This may not be possible without the collective effort of everyone.

Tatak Norwesians!

LAMANG ANG MAY ALAM: Unlocking the Secrets of

gram were Ms. Catherine Aspara C. Gomez, the Branch Manager of OCCCI Calbayog and Ms. Ma. Sherina Advincula, AFP, the Financial Planner of IMG Corp. Calbayog. They imparted the different steps in achieving financial freedom and the importance of financial education.

NwSSU students from different colleges participated in the said program. The Financial Literacy Seminar aims to help students have a strong foundation of financial literacy to help students achieve lifetime goals.

NwSSU, UNIVERSITAS BRAWIJAYA INK MOA

NwSSU delegation headed by University President Dr. Benjamin L. Pecayo signed the Memorandum of Agreement for the Agriculture program with Universitas Brawijaya Rector Professor Widodo, February 9, 2023 in Malang, Indonesia.

Among the areas covered by the MOA are programs and projects for faculty development, student exchange and research collaboration.

ORDS Director bags awards during the 3rd APCMR in Vietnam

NwSSU hosts

EVCIEERD JOINT BOD, TWG Meeting

Northwest Samar State University hosted the 4th Quarter Joint Board of Directors (BOD) and TWG (Technical Working Group) meeting of the Eastern Visayas Consortium for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (EVCIEERD) at the Business Development Cente, January 31.

University President, Dr. Benjamin Pecayo welcomed the participants from various EVCIEERD member agencies highlighting the essence of cooperation among universities in promoting development

not only in the region but in the entire nation. He further added that this collaborative work will help to uplift the academe and create more opportunities for the communities.

Teody Lester V. Panela, Director of Research and Development Services, won multiple awards during the 3rd Asia Pacific Conference on Multidisciplinary Research held at the Saigon Prince Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on March 29-30, 2023.

Mr. Panela was award

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Source: @reeanwssu

NwSSU, LGU Taft meet for MOA proposal

NwSSU met with LGU Taft, Eastern Samar to present their project for rehabilitation and proposed MOA on January 20, 2023.

Project Leader and NwSSU-SJC ORDS Head, For. Eduardo Espejon Jr. led the meeting with the key officials of LGU Taft in Eastern Samar to discuss the project synopsis and plans for the year. The roles and responsibilities of NwSSU and LGU Taft for the project were also discussed during the meeting. The project aims to reach an agreement and have a MOA signing with Taft in February. The meet-

NwSSU, Taft-LGU tie MOA: Project Launching ensues

and members.

The Northwest Samar State University officially launches the project titled “Rehabilitation of Heavy Metals Contaminated Agricultural Areas along Taft River Basin” at Taft, Eastern Samar today, February 6. The project is funded by the Department of Science and Technology- Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (PCAARRD).

Present for the MOA signing are Dr. Benjamin L. Pecayo, University President, Ms. Adoracion B. Armada, OIC- Agricultural Resources Management Research Division Director of DOST-PCAARD, Hon. Gina A. Ty, Municipal Mayor, and Mr. Eduardo G. Espejon Jr., Project Leader and Head of the Research and Development Services, NwSSU-San Jorge Campus together with the project study leaders

In her message, Ms. Armada said that science-based interventions are very important. She added, “In this momentous event we have here our leaders. I appreciate the dedication of the group. Our project is indeed very important because in many areas of the country we want to know the impact of every environmental challenge.” Hon. Ty is also very thankful for the help that is given to her municipality through this project in which Dr. Pecayo considers a blessing in disguise for the municipality of Taft.

Dr. Pecayo also presented the roles and obligations of NwSSU while Hon. Ty presented the same with the LGU’s. Both parties are looking forward to the success of the said project. Site visitation will take place later this afternoon.

ing was attended by University President Dr. Benjamin Pecayo, DOST Balik Scientist and Project

Consultant Dr. Venecio Ultra Jr., the project’s study leaders, and LGU Taft’s key officials.

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Stakeholders’ Forum 2023

As the university commits to provide quality research and extension services, research coordinators from the six colleges of Northwest Samar State University-Main Campus present their respective completed and ongoing research programs during the Stakeholders’ Forum 2023.

The annual event is held Monday at the Business Development Center with the theme

“Strengthening Collaboration and Industry Development through Research.”

The presentation of research programs was shortly followed by the forum proper where stakeholders addressed their concerns and questions.

In the forum, Dr. Catherine Rodriguez, director of extension services, highlighted that “it should be the initiative

of the agencies to look into the findings [of the research] to come up with projects, so that it can address certain problems in the community to which we can make a partnership.”

Stakeholders from BFP, PNP and AFP-Calbayog, Adventist Hospital, City Agriculture Office, DepEd Calbayog, and other representatives from the LGU attended the said event.

Dr. Ortiz bags Best Oral Presenter in 2023 SEAMREEC

Dr. Riz Rupert L. Ortiz, Vice President for Research, Innovation, and Extension bagged Best Oral Presenter with his paper titled, “The Performance of K partition Flash Code in Simultaneous Bit Update Framework” during the Southeast Asian Multidisciplinary Research Expo and Extension Conference (SEAMREEC) held at Sorsogon Convention Center.

SEAMREEC is hosted by Sorsogon State University with a pool of experts from all over

the globe. The event still ongoing until tomorrow, March 4. With delegates from different academic institutions, national government agencies, Local Government Units, and People’s Organizations, this recognition not only signifies the university’s commitment to improving research methodologies but also reflects the university’s commitment to excellence in the field of research.

Source: @nwssu.edu.ph

NwSSU wins best patent draft during the Regional Workshop on Patent Drafting

Engr. Richard Talon, Faculty of College of Agriculture & Technology (CAT), won Best Patent Drafter for Non-chemical Category during the Patent Searching & Drafting Workshop for Eastern Visayas Technologies held at Hotel de Fides Conference Hall, Tacloban City, Leyte on April 11-13, 2023.

This is a back-to-back win for Northwest Samar State University, wherein, Dr. Ervin Rodriguez won Best Patent Drafter – Mechanical Field for the same workshop held at the SSU Convention Center on October 12-14 last year.

The workshop is part of the CHED Funded Project BRITER Eastern Visayas which aims to provide practical and hands-on experience in patent searching and drafting skills to

protect the institution’s academic outputs.

The workshop was attended by Dr. Armando Reosura, IP Office Director of Carlos Hilado Memorial State University (CHMSU) and an award winning innovator recognized by DOST and IPOPHL.

Training Rollout on “Being the Best Child Dev’t Worker/ Teacher I Can Be” kicks off

The event was also attended by other NwSSU Faculty-Researchers, Dr. Ervin Rodriguez, ITSO Director, Ms. Nelissa Sudaria, Innovation Office Head, Mr. Felix John Refamonte, University Researcher, and Ms. Ma. Norfrelij Cuadra, CAT Faculty.

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ed with Most Outstanding Innovative Leader and Researcher, and Best Abstract Paper in Social Science and Humanities with his paper titled, “Assessing Ways through Research and Augmentation

(AWRA): Impact of COVID19 Pandemic on the Mental Health of College Students in the Philippines”.

Source: @reeanwssu

UNICEF in partnership with UP Center for Women’s Studies Foundation Inc., and NwSSU through the Office of Gender and Development conducts a two-day training workshop for

Child Development Workers and Teachers from the LGUs of Lope de Vega, Catarman, and Mondragon at the Business Development Center and University Hotel, NwSSU Main Campus.

The event was organized by the International Organization of Educators and Researchers (IOER) Inc., and held simultaneously with its 2nd IOER International Excellence Awards.

Source: @reeanwssu

NwSSU, LGU Almagro sign MOA in Services Ties

Last February 26, 2023, NwSSU represented by University President Dr. Benjamin L. Pecayo and the Local Government of Almagro, Samar represented by Mayor Amelia P. Cano signed the Memorandum of Agreement to formally secure the partnership in conducting programs and activities geared towards a more enhanced delivery of services to the constituents of the Municipality of Almagro.

The partnership will enable NwSSU to conduct Research, Extension, Instruction, and production related programs and activities, provide experts who will serve as speakers, facilitators, logistical, and support services in such undertakings.

Establishing linkages and

partnerships is among the main thrusts of the University in order to effectively facilitate its core functions of research, extension,

‘Purple Wednesday’ campaign materializes

instruction, and production thus helping improve and uplift the lives of the University’s service areas.

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As solidarity to National Women’s Month and as part of the International Women’s Day Celebration, NwSSU personnel showed their support to women’s empowerment and gender equality campaign by wearing purple-colored shirts today, March 1, 2023.

This simple gesture is expected to be observed every Wednesday all throughout this

month of March as indicated in Memo. No.12 S. 2023. Spearheaded by the NwSSU-Office of Gender Development and one of the Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) campaign, this month’s celebrations carries the theme: “We for gender equality and inclusive society.” together with the hashtag: #WEcanbeEquALL.

Dr. Pecayo was also pleased to host this meeting once again as a university after almost two decades since the first hosting was done in 2004 when it was known as TTMIST. The partner agencies on the consortium were also thankful for the accommodation provided by the host university, as they were warmly welcomed upon arriving.

The meeting is still ongoing with the purpose of achieving the vision and mission of becoming one of the premier regions in advancing sustainable development through relevant research, development, and innovation in the fields of industry, energy, and emerging technologies.

2nd Pedal Para Kay Juana steers

As part of the observance of National Women’s Month, NwSSU, through the Office of Gender and Development, held a biking event on March 25, 2023.

On its second year, the Pedal Alay Para Kay Juana was attended by one hundred for-

ty-six NwSSU students, employees, members of the Samar Off-Road Bikers Association (SORBA), and other cycling enthusiasts of Calbayog City and the Municipality of Sta. Margarita, Samar.

After a short opening

program and warm-up, the bicycle advocacy started at the NwSSU Main Campus at 5:30 a.m., going to St. James, the Greater Plaza, Sta. Margarita, and back to the campus. A closing program was held, where thirty-two cyclists won raffle prizes.

2023 Women’s Month Celebration kicks off

It was held at the RSU Socio-Cultural Center.

Further, Atty. Ian James Clemens shared his expertise on Gender Equality and Inclusive Society where it provided an open and safe space to discuss, share and learn the concepts related to gender equality, inclusion, and social justice.

Source: @nwssu.edu.ph

The ISSC in partnership with the Gender and Development Office - NWSSU held its culmination activity in line with the

annual National Women’s Month Celebration (NWMC) to give due recognition to the contributions of Filipino women in our society.

The event also highlighted competitions such as Extemporaneous Speech Contest where students gave their views and stand on a certain issue concerning gender equality, opportunity and give their advocacy and platforms for an inclusive society. Indeed, the event was successfully ended and realized its greater purpose.

Source: @nwssucourier

1st National Peace Convention at Philippine International Convention Center (PICC)

NwSSU delegation headed by the University President Dr. Benjamin L. Pecayo attends the 1st National Peace Convention, organized by the Volunteer Individuals for Peace, a non-government organization promoting peace and non-violence, established by CHED Commissioner Dr. Ronald L. Adamat on January 25, 2023 at Philippine International Convention Center (PICC).

Calbayognons avail Acupuncture

PRICK AND RELIEVE | Beneficiaries availed the Free Acupuncture Treatment served by KOR-PHIL Traditional Acupuncture- Moxibustion Research Institute Clinic and UN-NGO WFAS Free Clinic Service Group at Business Development Center, NwSSU, February 12.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony and brief introduction marked the beginning of the activity. Prior to the actual treat-

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NwSSU hosts SUCs Board Protocols Training/Workshop ’23

NwSSU Holds Orientation on Monthly Monitoring System, GAA 2023 Targets

Board secretaries from different State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) participated in the Training/Workshop on SUCs Board Protocols organized by the Commission on Higher Education and hosted by NwSSU on March 15-16, 2023.

Guests, participants, and speakers of the training / workshop received a warm accommodation from the City of Calbayog and NwSSU through a welcome dinner and cultural performances last March 14, 2023 at Sky Lounge, University Hotel and Restaurant. Top figures present were the University key officials headed by University President Benjamin L. Pecayo, Calbayog City Councilor- Hon. Florencio “Bombie” U. Enriquez, and Worldwidelink Educational Development Inc. President- Dr. Joy Clarita C. Villapando.

The two-day training workshop was participated by representatives from different SUCs in the country namely Zambales State University, Tarlac State University, Tarlac Agri-

cultural University, Pampanga State Agricultural University, Sultan Kudarat State University, South Cotabato State College, Rizal Technological University, Pangasinan State University, Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Philippine Merchant Marine Academy, President Ramon Magsaysay University, Bulacan Agricultural State University, Central Luzon State University, Samar State University, and Northwest Samar State University.

The resource persons of the event included University President-Benjamin L. Pecayo, Worldwidelink Educational Development Inc.- President Dr. Joy Clarita C. Villapando, CHED Region 8 Director- Dr. Maximo L. Aljibe, and Assistant Solicitor General- Atty. James Lee Cundangan. Among the topics discussed were Governing Board Meeting Documents and Procedures, and pertinent CHED Memorandum and Administrative Orders.

Heads of offices, designated officials, and office secretaries from both campuses of the University attended the orientation on the Monthly Monitoring System of the institutional operational plan and GAA Targets for 2023 at the University Hotel Conference Room. Organized by the Planning Office, the orientation emphasized a more systematic and productive year of service in contribution to the achievement of the regional and national developmental plans.

HIRAYA THEATER PRODUCTIONS

University President Benjamin L. Pecayo received Hiraya Theater Productions Head Producer- Nelson B. Mora Jr. and Local Producer-Lea P. Sursoga last March 21, 2023 to promote their upcoming show.

Hiraya Theater Productions will be presenting a variety show and the dramatic play “Tatlo Buo” directed by “Chaps” Manansala on May 8, 2023 at Calbayog City Sports Center. Source: @nwssu.edu.ph

SAFER-U, UPRI-NOAH Visit Onsite to Exit NwSSU’s Land Risks

To achieve resiliency, the Safe and Resilient Universities (SAFER-U) Project and the University of the Philippines Resilience Institute Researchers-Nationwide Operational Assessment of Hazard (UPRI-NOAH) conducted an onsite visit at Northwest Samar State University on March 28, 2023.

Among the efforts focused on by the administration is

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enhancing the Land Use Development and Infrastructure Plan (LUDIP) of the university. The onsite visit included site inspections and discussions with the Technical Working Group (TWG) on reviews, recommendations, hazards, and risk assessment for the integration of Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation Mitigation in the University’s LUDIP.

Members of the TWG received pertinent resource materials, including the guidelines on institutionalizing DRRM in universities. The on-site visit team included SAFER-U co-project leader Dr. Emmanuel M. Luna, Shelley Anne J. Medina, Joevie Dela Cruz, Kayla Milcah Marasigan, and Justine Anne Duka.

Partnership for Peace and Development Convenes

The Samar Island Partnership for Peace and Development (SIPPAD) Assembly– a partnership of the Church, Government, Academe, and Civil Society in the three provinces of the island of Samar – held its 46th Assembly at the Centennial Pastoral Center, Calbayog City. The event

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NwSSU joins Multimedia Summit 2023 in Aklan

Multipurpose Cooperative celebrates 30th Founding Anniversary

NwSSU Multipurpose Cooperative held its momentous 30th Founding Anniversary, February 17 at RSU Socio-Cultural Center with the theme “Sama-sama sa Kooperatiba Tungo sa Kaunlaran nga Bawat Isa”.

information officers, campus multimedia staff, and press freedom advocates gathered at the Community Multimedia Press Summit 2023 under the auspices of the Provincial Multimedia Press Corps Ph., Inc., in cooperation with the Publishers Association of the Philippines Inc., Aklan Press Club Inc., and the Philippines Online Broadcasters Association Inc. at the Agricultural Training Institute, Aklan State University, Main Campus in Banga, Aklan last January 10-13, 2023.

Northwest Samar State University was represented by the Public Relations Officer –Gina A. Dean, and members of the Integrated Multimedia Communications Office – Print Media: Ofelia R. Nuñez, and Jake B. Calagos.

The summit highlighted the multimedia practitioners’ critical role in the spread of information particularly in food security, social media education, government initiatives against fake news, and tourism. The summit also emphasized the role of public information officers as credible source of information on history, news, updates, and tourism.

Top resources speakers

uel Mogato, Department of Agri culture Western Visayas’ Regional Executive Director- Engr. Jose Albert Barrogo, Department of Science and Technology Secretary - Renato Solidum, officials from the Presidential Communications Operations Office, and Department of Tourism Secretary -Christina Frasco. Diocese of Kalibo Bishop, Jose Corazon Tala-oc was also a guest of the event who mentioned in his speech the media’s importance on moral obligation in the process of progress of societies as stated in the Second Vatican Council document- Inter Mirifica. Special welcoming programs for the participants were held by the Municipal Government of Kalibo and the Provincial Government of Aklan through the Mayor’s Night and Governor’s Night. The participants were also given a tour of an ongoing project for a hybrid trimaran cargo vessel in New Washington, Aklan.

According to the Presidential Communications and Operations Office, a nationwide caravan for credible information and fact-checking against fake news is set this year. The caravans are expected to be held in state universities.

This celebration highlighted the milestones reached by the incorporators and stakeholders through the years. The event also held the MPC Gawad Parangal to appreciate the hard work of the incorporators who served as pillars of the cooperative.

which had the theme “Improving Road Connectivity in Samar Island Particularly the Heavily Damaged Segment of the Maharlika Highway (from Allen, Northern Samar to San Juanico Bridge): A Key to Economic Progress” was attended by NwSSU representatives headed by the Vice President for Administrative Affairs Engr. Rhio C. Dimakiling. The assembly conveners were Catarman Bishop- Emmanuel Trance, DD, Calbayog Bishop- Most Rev. Isabelo Abarquez, DD, and the Bishop of Borongan-Most Rev. Crispin Varquez, DD.

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University Hotel & Resto, Tabawan Integrated School Ink Work Immersion Deal

NwSSU University Hotel and Restaurant and Tabawan Integrated School signed the Memorandum of Agreement for Work Immersion Partnership on March 9, 2023, at the University Hotel and Restaurant, NwSSU Main Campus.

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Senior High School students of Tabawan IS who will

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ment, patients underwent initial health exams and were interviewed.

Acupuncture is a traditional Oriental medicine-based approach to cure variety of diseases using needles by triggering specific points on the skin. Several patients also received chiropractic treatment in addition to acupuncture.

“Salamat kay naka-avail kami sini for free. Kaupay san pamati after. Gidara ko liwat si nanay didi kay para ma-treat or gumaan an iya kondisyon,” one of the beneficiaries elucidated.

“These health services

undergo the Work Immersion Program will be provided with relevant learning experiences through exposure to the actual workplace. Present in the MOA signing were University President- Dr. Benjamin L. Pecayo, Vice President for Administrative Affairs- Engr. Rhio C. Dimakiling, Director of Financial Services-

Mr. Gil Leovigildo A. Ancheta, University Hotel and Restaurant General Manager- Mrs. Ma. Almira Calbes-Despabiladeras, Tabawan IS Principal- Mrs. Emelie O. Tarrayo, and Work Immersion Coordinator- Ms. Rosemarie H. Busa.

provided are very good project of the University to help people in Calbayog. Hopefully the partnership will extend and expand to have an Acupuncture Clinic inside the University and form part

as extension program through giving free health care,”

Civil Society Organizations Consultative Assembly Transpires

(BPA) between the University and the stakeholders.

Among the attendees were representatives from the Department of Agriculture- Calbayog City Office, 1st District Office of the Department of Public Works and Highways, SAMELCO I, and the Schools Division of Calbayog City.

March 29, 2023 – Representatives from teaching, non-teaching, students, alumni, and private and government sectors attended the consultative assembly conducted by the University through the Planning Office at the Business Development Center.

Pursuant to the National

Budget Memorandum No. 145 issued by the Department of Budget and Management, the University’s Civil Society Organization Consultation aims to solicit comments and recommendations on the proposed projects and budget in preparation for the Fiscal Year 2024 and to ink a Budget Partnership Agreement

Signatories of the BPA agreed to work in close partnership with each other in pursuit of common objectives- (1) to make the budget more responsive to the institution’s vision and mission particularly in enhancing the efficiency of the budget process through citizen participation, more significantly (2) to address the pressing concerns in higher education and (3) to complement and reinforce each other’s efforts in the evaluation and assessment of proposed and ongoing projects.

NwSSU Recognized as One of BIR’s Top Taxpayers

The Bureau of Internal Revenue, Revenue District No. 87- Calbayog City conducted its 2023 Tax Campaign Kick-off for filing of the 2022 Annual Income Tax Return. This year’s tax campaign theme “Tulong-tulong sa Pagbangon, Kapit Kamay sa Pag-ahon: Buwis na Wasto, Alay Para sa Pilipino” aims to seek the support of the taxpayers in generating funds for the country’s economic recovery and devel-

opment through timely payment of the correct taxes. During the event, NwSSU was recognized as one of the Top 3 Withholding Agents in the revenue district along with the Local Government of Calbayog City and the Schools Division of Calbayog City for their remittance of Withholding Taxes to the government, thereby contributed to the exceed of the collection target of revenue district’s Taxable Year 2022.

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PRC Licensure Update

The university produced 9 New and Registered Licensed Criminologists with a National Passing Rate of 33.14% and Institutional Passing Rate 17.31%.

With the recently concluded result of the Criminologist Licensure Exam, Christian V. Ilagan, RCrim of Northwest Samar State University—San Jorge Campus, made it to rank 2 out of Top 10 universities in the whole region 8 with a rating of 88.40.

The NwSSU-SJC community is honored and grateful for bringing pride to the institution. Congratulations and padayon!

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Face-to-Face Demo Fest Teaching fully transpired

Fourth year student teachers started their week-long vis-á-vis thorough teaching demonstration at Northwest Samar State University-San Jorge Campus, this 25th of January 2023. The demo fest ensued on Monday and lasted on Friday.

After years of face-to-face teaching demonstrations on hiatus, both the Bachelor of

This is to provide them with adequate demonstration teaching experience and to significantly enhance their teaching abilities and boost their self-apparatus as they are expected to provide learners with concise and contextual knowledge and set on the formidable field with an ample shield of great experience.

NwSSU- SJC holds a Schistosomiasis Awareness Symposium

Attended by the NSTP first-year students, the Schistosomiasis Information Dissemination was comprehensively tackled on February 4, 2023 at the Northwest Samar State University-San Jorge Campus.

The program formally started with a solemn prayer, followed by the singing of the national anthem, and opening remarks by the NSTP Coordinator and BSCrim Program Chairperson, Ms. Jesusa L. Casuela.

Afterwards, Ms. MonaSuzanne Jamin, the Campus Nurse, gave the students a pre-test. She then started the discussion on how one could get schistosomiasis and what are its symptoms.

“Schistosomiasis,” also known as bilharzia or “sistom” in our local dialect, spreads through open defecation and urination. The schistosomiasis larva (cercaria) that swims in an infested water enters the body by penetrating through the skin.

The larva comes out of the snail, which is as small as a grain of rice,” as introduced by Ms. MonaSuzanne.

“Infection occurs whenyour skin comes into contact with contaminated freshwater in which certain types of snails that can carry schistosomes are living, but we can still control and prevent the spreading of schistosomiasis by taking the praziquan

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Technology and Livelihood Education (BTLEd) and Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEEd)

NSTP studes oriented towards Data Privacy

A symposium on Data Privacy Awareness for the preparation of the On-Job Training for NSTP first-year students, conducted on February 25, 2024, was held at NwSSU-SJC covered court.

Mr. Arnold S. Baldo, the Data Privacy Officer, discussed how one can control and protect the data. It deals with controlling the data and protecting the individual’s documents and information such as names, gender, and other personal details that can reveal one’s status or identity. By means of these, students can now be aware of how certain information should be kept, and how we can keep the data not only on our personal information but other information that should be kept as confidential.

Furthermore, Mr. Baldo discussed the Data Protection and Personal Information Controller, which is a natural or judicial system that composes the processing of personal data. This guides us to be more confi-

dent and knowledgeable when it comes to sharing personal information.

“The more we are aware and the more we are confident, that’s data privacy awareness” Mr. Baldo, said.

Afterward, Mrs. Mary Joy Capito ended the orientation by reminding the students to protect their personal information and be responsible for their

privacies.

“I hope that this orientation has provided you with valuable insight and practical knowledge on data privacy awareness. Remember that protecting personal information is a shared responsibility and has a right to protect personal privacy and information”, she noted.

Free Schistosomiasis Mass Drug Administration

One of the goals of the Department of Health and the Municipal Health Office of San Jorge is to eradicate and control the spread

and transmission of schistosomiasis. Accordingly, on Friday, February 17, 2023, the Municipal Health Office conducted a mass

drug administration through the treatment of Praziquantel to all of the NwSSU faculty, staff, and students at the Campus Clinic.

Norwesians celebrate “National Arts Month 2023: Ani ng Sining, Bunga ng Galing”

On the windup of February as the month of “ Hearts” and “ Arts”, the Arts and Sociocultural Affairs (ASCA) presided over the said celebration on February 28, 2023, at the NwSSU-SJC Covered Court, in conjunction with the presence of the students with entertainment and contest.

The program, initiated with the prelude of this year’s theme “ Ani Ng Sining, Bunga Ng Galing”, aims to immerse Filipinos in diverse cultural expressions and celebrate the bountiful harvest from the Filipino imagination.

The theme “galing” refers to excellence in the arts as both a source of bounty despite challenging times, and a product of the passion of Filipino artists and cultural workers. In celebrating National Arts Month in 2023, “galling” alludes to artistic excellence as well as underscoring the capacity of the arts to heal, rebuild, and restore in a post-pandemic setting by Mr. Jonel Delector- the host. Followed by the Prayer and singing of the National Anthem sang by the ASCA Chorale, harmonically.

Mr. Niño Ceblano formally opened the program with his Remarks

“Today is the Art Month Celebration in which the individual commemorates the month of art. This is the time for individual students to develop their craft and innate talents. Students who have different talents were encouraged to show their respective craft and discipline.”

As the event rolled, Mr. Ahmad Posadas and Audrey Rose Orabiles shared a wonderful rendi-

tion of their intermission number of the song. Presentation of Juries is also introduced. Students jammed with the vibrant performance of the Bermuda Band. Half-way then, the BSCRIM 2 student Jan Mylez Lim expressed her emotional story about her loved one in a spoken poetry form. The ASCA Singers also perform on the stage with OPM songs.

Mrs. Mildred Mustacisathe ASCA Coordinator, expressed her disappointment due to the lack of participation of the students for the said event. She also closed the program with gratitude to the people behind this event as well as her expressive remarks “ May the love, joy and happiness of this month, since this is a hearts month and arts month be with you.”

Norwesians paticipate in Dental and Oral Hygiene Symposium

said topic.

Symposium for Dental Hygiene and Oral Health Awareness took place in Northwest Samar State University - San Jorge Campus, Friday, March 03, 2023, in which the University Dentist, Dr. Ellery D. Daguman, spearheaded the discussion about dental problems and illnesses.

A brief introduction was

given by the Campus Dean, Dr. Lagrito Ebert Mante, stating the goals of the said symposium and how this would help every student regarding their dental and oral health. This was followed by the rationale delivered by the Campus Nurse, Ms. MonaSuzanne Jamin, who further discussed statistical data about the

BTLED third-year studes present Exhibition-CumSale of Handicrafts

shade category, rattan-made category, and candy tray category. The handicrafts were evaluated by several instructors and professors, namely, Ms. Princess Claubeth Mujeres, Ms. Danica Zandra Ocenar, and Dr. Feleciano Bejar.

As the discussion continues, Dr. Ellery Daguman emphasized the risk factors of dental health, what oral health is, and the existing dental illnesses that pose great issues for every individual. Consequently, the students were asked series of questions which they gracefully answered— showcasing their gained knowledge about the topic.

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tel recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) for treatment of all forms of schistosomiasis.” she added.

Exceptional handicrafts made by the artisans from Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education 3 were exhibited at the Hostel. The said exhibit is one of their course requirements in HE 12 (Craft Designs), handled by their enthusiastic subject instructor, Mr. Arnold S. Baldo. The Exhibition-cum-Sale of Handicrafts showcases the uniqueness, productivity, and creativity of the students through the creation of various masterpieces in the pen and pencil category, bamboo material category, lamp

“This handicraft production is reflected in our course syllabus, in which the students will produce handicrafts according to category. This activity is done for the lesson to become a reality which conforms to learning by doing principle,” according to Mr. Baldo’s statement.

“This kind of exhibit is not only for them to show their talents and skills but also their creativity. The quality of their work is rated according to categories and through a set of criteria,” he added.

Furthermore, Mrs. Jayrose P. Ortiz, Head of Extension Services and NSTP Instructor, gave thanks to the students who actively participated and attended the program as well as to the resource speakers. She also reminded the students regarding the parents’ assembly next Saturday, February 11, 2023.

In the later part, For. Louise Horca, the Local Off-Campus Coordinator, discussed the memo which contains the requirements that the students need to comply before the community service activity, the consequences of students if they fail to comply with the requirements, and what to submit after their off-campus activity.

SJC- COEd conducts Demo Fest

Claubeth Mujeres, Practice Teaching Coordinator said when asked about her observations and advice to the future educators.

The event formally ended by the panelists’ kind words of advice and suggestions that enlightened and motivated the student-teachers.

Mr. Ruben Rosales, one of the BTLED student-teacher demonstrator expressed his thoughts when asked about his experience and realization on the said activity.

After a week of Teaching Demonstration Festival, the 4thyear student-teacher Demo Fest has finally concluded on January 27, 2023.

With the approval of the Campus Dean and the Practice Teaching Coordinator, the said activity was successfully perceived. It was participated by 34 bonafide 4th year students from Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEED) and Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education (BTLED) of the Department of Teacher Education and Arts & Sciences. It was a day to remember and a

start their chosen profession. This demo fest was conducted to not only to filtrate for the best demonstrator but also give students exemplary knowledge and skills to build on in the future.

“I can say about their demo teaching that they are doing great. Let them know to always look at the positive or brighter side as they accept and apply all the suggestions [from the panelists]. I know that they can make it because we see a lot of potential and overwhelming passion in teaching,” Ma’am

“It was quite challenging, yet it was a fun and lesson-filled experience. Worrying and nervousness are inevitable; we all want to do well, so it kind of puts pressure on us. First, it was fun because I observed how [my classmates and I] were able to help each other throughout the demo fest. I realized that we, college students, can do and conquer everything if we are helping each other.” He said.

The Teaching Demonstration Festival was one of the requirements that these students must accomplish before their deployment on the actual field.

The Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Agricultural Research (DA-BAR), a funding agency and Department of Agriculture Regional Personnel, visited the Tissue Culture Laboratory of NwSSU-San Jorge Campus on March 1, 2023.

Subsequently, the DABAR monitored and evaluated the purpose of their visitation which is the upgrading of Tissue Culture Laboratory with 3 million fund.

3M Fund for the upgrade of the Tissue Culture Laboratory

NwSSU-SJC, San Jorge BFP conducted a Fire and Safety Seminar

March is an alarming month according to statistics recorded by the Bureau of Fire Protection(BFP). It is also considered to be one of the warmest months in the Philippines; temperatures and humidity reach their maximum levels throughout the archipelago.

With that, the NwSSUSan Jorge Campus held a Fire and Life Safety Seminar together with the BFP of San Jorge on March 29, 2023 at NwSSU- San Jorge Covered Court at exactly 10:00 am till 12:00 noon. The seminar was participated by the students and faculty. It was headed by the BFP of San Jorge, Samar SFO4 Vicente G. Ayong Jr. The Municipal Fire Marshals were introduced during the talk, namely, SFO1 Bridget V. Ygbuhay, FO3 Bryan V. Lucis, who discussed the concept of fire,

safety tips and different precautions. The discussion gives lots of knowledge and learning to the students about the given circumstances .

After the discussion, FO1 Jameson G. Dela Tonga demonstrated the proper methods of shut-off in case of flames. Students get involved in the demon-

stration act to apply the given preparatory actions.

The San Jorge BFP officials extend their genuine and sincere gratitude because of the cooperation and participation of the students . It is BFP’s mission to protect each individual in terms of fire.

RIE Office conducts faculty meeting for Research and Extension Targets

An urgent faculty meeting was spearheaded by the Office of the Research, Innovation and Extension for the faculty members, earlier on February 28, 2023, at Audio Visual Hall-San Jorge Campus. This is in line with the Research and Extension Targets for faculty members based upon the University’s revised and approved Strategic Performance Management System (SPMS) 2023.

The Campus Dean, Dr. Lagrito Mante, pointed out that this conforms with Office Memorandum No. 10, s. 2023 that was

issued by the University President, Dr. Benjamin L. Pecayo, last February 23, 2023.

The twelve research targets that were presented raised the question: are there enough funds for all of the faculty members to achieve these targets?

In response, there is insufficient budgets for internal funding. That is why faculty members are encouraged to submit research proposals (to be part of the pool of research proposals), as these proposals can and may be funded through external funds, given the time.

Furthermore, the meeting also focuses on the discussion about the success indicators that faculty members shall achieve. Formats of the IPCR, DPCR, and OPCR commitment was discussed which led to some questions and clarifications on how to accomplish it. After a while, the results for the Licensure Examination 2022 of San Jorge Campus was keenly talked about.