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Unlocking Bright Futures View the Latest News and Updates of CNSC CNSC holds annual IQA Summer Camp 2025 By: CNSC PICRO, 2025 Camarines Norte State College, through the initiative of the Management System and Improvement Office (MSIO) and the Quality Management Representative Office (QMRO), conducted its annual Internal Quality Audit (IQA) Summer Camp 2025 in preparation for the upcoming internal and surveillance audit.The auditors and the technical working group arrived yesterday, March 19, 2021, at the Summit Sport Hub and Private Resort in San Vicente, Canaman, Camarines Sur, for the camp scheduled to take place from March 19 to 21, 2025. This three-day camp will involve the participation of the internal QMS auditors of CNSC. On the first day, March 19, 2025, Lead IQA Auditor Jeanny A. Nagrampa underscored the importance of the IQA Summer Camp in fostering continuous learning and improvement within CNSC’s Quality Management System (QMS). To enhance teamwork and self-awareness, PQA Focal Person Elise T. Manlangit administered an Enneagram test to the auditors, helping them understand their personality types and how they interact within their team. This initiative aims to strengthen collaboration and communication among auditors, ultimately improving audit efficiency and effectiveness. With these focused initiatives, the IQA Summer Camp 2025 reaffirms CNSC’s dedication to continuous quality improvement, ensuring that the institution remains aligned with international standards and best practices in higher education.

Unlocking Bright Futures View the Latest News and Updates of CNSC 𝐂𝐍𝐒𝐂 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐔 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐈𝐈𝐊𝐌, 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 By: CNSC-Institute of Fisheries and Marine Sciences, 2025 Today, March 19, 2025, Camarines Norte State College officially sealed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM), strengthening its international academic partnerships. This collaboration paves the way for students and faculty to engage in global learning, research, and professional development. This collaboration seeks to offer the following key opportunities:Access to prestigious international conferences:• International Conference on Education (ICEDU)• Future Education Conference (Future Edu)• International Conference on Fisheries and Aquaculture (ICFA) Academic and career growth programs:• Student & Faculty Exchange Programs• Joint Degree Programs• Training & Internship Programs• Research & Scholarship Opportunities This initiative was made possible by Mr. Jesus P. Santillan of CNSC-Mercedes Campus, reinforcing the campus’s commitment to advancing international opportunities and collaboration.

Unlocking Bright Futures View the Latest News and Updates of CNSC 𝐂𝐍𝐒𝐂 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐅𝐇𝐄 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 By: CNSC Office of the President, 2025 CNSC delegation, headed by COTT Dean Dr. Jerome H. Baldemoro, participated in the Bikol Foundation for Higher Education (BFHE) Academic Roadshow 2025 – 2nd lap (Camarines Sur and Camarines Norte Cluster) held on March 18, 2025 at Arrupe Convention Hall, Ateneo de Naga University, Naga City. This pivotal event aimed at driving meaningful discourse on the state and future of higher education in the Bicol Region. The roadshow brought together esteemed educators, academic leaders, policymakers, and other stakeholders dedicated to uplifting the standards of tertiary education across Bicol. A major highlight of the roadshow was the keynote presentation by Dr. Karol Mark Yee, Executive Director of the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II). Dr. Yee delivered an insightful discussion on “Advancing Higher Education in the Bicol Region: Challenges and Opportunities,” drawing from EDCOM II’s research and recommendations. He underscored pressing issues such as disparities in access to quality education, limited resources for State Universities and Colleges (SUCs), and the need for more resilient and globally competitive academic programs. He also outlined opportunities for collaboration between higher education institutions (HEIs) and the government to foster innovation, improve learning outcomes, and address gaps in faculty development, infrastructure, and research capacities. The forum further delved into “Higher Education in the Bicol Region: Bridging Gaps and Fostering Excellence through Research and Extension,” as discussed by Atty. Alex B. Nepomuceno, University Professor, Bicol University which emphasized the need for Bicolano HEIs to strengthen their research outputs and community engagement.Meanwhile, panelists and speakers advocated for enhanced interdisciplinary research, partnerships with industries, and more robust extension programs to address local and regional development challenges.The session highlighted success stories of community-based initiatives and underscored the role of HEIs in empowering local communities through knowledge transfer and innovation.Capping off the event was the ceremonial signing of a Memorandum of Partnership between and among BFHE member institutions and other higher education institutions across the Bicol Region headed by BFHE President Dr. Baby Boy Benjamin D. Nebres III, SUC President IV, Bicol University and BFHE Board of Trustees.This collaborative agreement signifies a collective commitment to advancing academic quality, fostering research collaboration, and supporting capacity-building initiatives for faculty and students alike. The partnership aims to solidify networks among Bicol’s HEIs to achieve shared goals in academic excellence and regional development. The BFHE Academic Roadshow 2025 served as a significant platform for thought leadership and partnership-building, reaffirming the shared vision of elevating the higher education landscape in Bicol for the benefit of its communities and future generations. CNSC Participants:Dr. Jerome H. Baldemoro – Dean, CoTT (Delegation Head)Ms. Jaylan V. De Galicia – Program Chair, CoTTMs. Mary Jane Ferrer – Program Chair, CANRMr. Irvin O. Bequillo – Extension Coordinator, CANRMr. Patrick O. Carejas – Program Chair, CASMr. Roel V. RaferMr. Crisanto S. Ramirez Mr. John Christopher C. Nolial Caption: Dr. Jerome H. Baldemoro