College of Arts and Sciences

College of Arts and Sciences View the latest information about the faculty of CAS NIKKA MARIE F. CARMONA INSTRUCTOR I Educational Attainment ● PHD in LANGUAGE AND LITERACY DEVELOPMENT (ON-GOING) ● MASTER IN LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE ● BSED ENGLISH About Ms. Nikka Marie Francisco-Carmona is a passionate educator with nine years of experience in teaching Language and Literature. Holding a Master’s degree and currently pursuing a Doctorate in Language and Literacy Development from Ateneo De Naga University, she brings a rich academic background to her role at Camarines Norte State College. Ms. Carmona’s dedication to fostering a love for Literature in her students is evident through her innovative teaching strategies that go beyond rote learning, making the subject engaging and meaningful. Throughout her career, Ms. Carmona has emphasized the importance of students experiencing the essence of Literature. By incorporating creative activities and leveraging technology, she has successfully enriched her students’ appreciation of the arts and humanities. Her commitment to education extends beyond the classroom, as seen in her active participation in scholarly associations and community initiatives.

College of Arts and Sciences View the latest information about the faculty of CAS SHEELA G. SALVADOR ASSISTANT PROFESSOR III Educational Attainment ● PHD in LITERATURE (CAR) ● MASTER IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AB ENGLISH

College of Arts and Sciences View the latest information about the faculty of CAS ELSA T. MANLANGIT, MASL ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR II Educational Attainment ● MA IN SCHOOL LEADERSHIP ● TEACHING GRAMMAR COMMUNICATIVELY COURSE ● BS RELIGION EDUCATION

College of Arts and Sciences View the latest information about the faculty of CAS MARIANNE MAE I. JALGALADO INSTRUCTOR III Educational Attainment ● DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN LANGUAGE AND LITERACY DEVELOPMENT ● MASTER OF ARTS IN ENGLISH ● BACHELOR OF ARTS IN AUDIO-VISUAL COMMUNICATION About Ms. Marianne Mae I. Jalgalado earned her baccalaureate degree, Bachelor of Arts in Audio-Visual Communication, at Bicol University in 2010 with the Latin Honor of Magna cum Laude and the following major recognitions: University Academics Excellence Awardee, Best University Undergraduate Thesis Researcher, and Outstanding College Graduate. She also served as the Student Council President of BU College of Arts and Letters from 2009-2010.   Ms. Jalgalado was also recognized as one of the Ten Outstanding Students of Bicol and one of the national finalists for the Search for the Ten Outstanding Students of the Philippines (TOSP) in 2010 at Malacañang Palace.   She earned her master’s degree, MA English, at the University of Nueva Caceres in 2019 with the distinction Excellence in Oral Defense. Right now, Ms. Jalgalado is pursuing her doctorate degree, Doctor of Philosophy in Language and Literacy Development, at Ateneo de Naga University.   As an alumna of TOSP, she has been dedicating herself in conducting community projects and leadership training services in the different provinces of Bicol. She also served as the Regional Chair of TOSP-Bikol from 2017 to 2022. TOSP-Bikol is a non-profit organization with over 130 members.   Since 2018, Ms. Jalgalado has been designated as the Program Chairperson of the English Language Studies (ELS) Department of Camarines Norte State College. She is also actively involved in the research and extension thrusts of CNSC. Her recently completed research studies are titled Communication Style Preferences of Doctors and Patients: Bases for Communication Training Design in Clinical Diagnosis, with Dr. Virna S. Villanueva of Ateneo de Naga University as co-researcher, and Employability and Competencies of the AB English Language Graduates: Implications to Instruction and MA English Offering, with Ms. Jeselle Hernandez-Manuguid and Ms. Pearly Beth Ogayon as co-researchers. Both research were presented internationally. Ms. Jalgalado is also the project leader of the BOT-approved ELead which is the banner extension project of the ELS Department for its partner community, Brgy. San Isidro, Daet, Camarines Norte.

College of Arts and Sciences View the latest information about the faculty of CAS HELEN D. CABANILLA ASSISTANT PROFESSOR III Educational Attainment ● PHD in LANGUAGE AND LITERACY DEVELOPMENT (ON-GOING) ● MAED-English Language ● BSED ENGLISH

College of Arts and Sciences View the latest information about the faculty of CAS MARGIE O. AGAWA, MLL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IV Educational Attainment ● PHD in LANGUAGE AND LITERACY DEVELOPMENT (ON-GOING) ● MASTER IN LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE ● AB ENGLISH

College of Arts and Sciences View the latest information about the faculty of CAS REGINE S. BALMACEDA ASSISTANT PROFESSOR I Educational Attainment ● PhD in Language & Literacy Development Ateneo de Naga University ● Master of Arts in English University of Nueva Caceres Excellence in Oral Defense ● Bachelor of Science in Communication Ateneo de Naga University (Cum Laude) About Assistant Prof. Regine S. Balmaceda is a faculty member in English Language Studies and Development Communication programs. She published her first journal article in 2017, which is indexed in the Asean Citation Index. She teaches major subjects in both disciplines. Currently,  she is working on Indigenous Studies.

College of Arts and Sciences View the latest information about the faculty of CAS MELANIE D. BACUÑO, Ph.D. PROFESSOR II Educational Attainment ● DOCTOR OF COMMUNICATION ● MASTER IN MANAGEMENT ● MASTER OF DEVELOPMENT COMMUNICATION ● BS DEVELOPMENT COMMUNICATION

College of Arts and Sciences View the latest information about the faculty of CAS RHODAVIV V. AVILA, MLL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR I Educational Attainment ● MASTERS IN LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE ● BACHELOR OF ARTS IN COMMUNICATION About Rhodaviv V. Avila is a dedicated Assistant Professor at Camarines Norte State College (CNSC), where her academic expertise spans Literary Studies, Communication Laws and Ethics, and Sociology of Mass Communication. Her teaching philosophy integrates critical analysis with ethical inquiry, empowering students to navigate the complexities of media and society. Beyond the classroom, Rhodaviv holds significant administrative roles at CNSC, demonstrating her commitment to student welfare and academic excellence. As the Director of the Office of Student Services and Development, she oversees initiatives that promote holistic student growth and well-being. Her leadership extends to the Scholarship and Financial Assistance Unit, ensuring equitable access to education through various funding opportunities. Rhodaviv also heads the Admissions Office, where she drives efforts to attract diverse and talented individuals to CNSC. In addition to her academic and administrative responsibilities, Rhodaviv is deeply engaged in research that explores the intersections of comics studies, gender studies, and inclusivity studies. Her scholarly work examines how visual narratives shape cultural identities and challenge societal norms, contributing to a more inclusive understanding of media representation.