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Unlocking Bright Futures View the Latest News and Updates of CNSC CHED Approves CNSC Graduate School Programs Under SIKAP for AY 2025–2026 By: CNSC PICRO, 2025 The Commission on Higher Education has approved the following CNSC-Graduate School’s programs under SIKAP starting Academic Year 2025-2026. This is pursuant to its Memorandum Order No. 9, series of 2025, “Updated Guidelines for the Scholarship for Staff and Instructors’ Knowledge Advancement Program (SIKAP) for Full-time and Part-time Study” and Memorandum from the Office of the Executive Director No. 429, series of 2025, “Application of Delivering Higher Education Institutions (HEI) for Scholarships for Staff and Instructors’ Knowledge Advancement Program (SIKAP) for Full-time and Part-time Study”.This means that the quest for advanced studies doesn’t need to be costly and out-of-reach.The Graduate School is headed by Dr. Eduardo M. Abad with the unwavering support of the college president, Dr. Marlo M. De La Cruz

Unlocking Bright Futures View the Latest News and Updates of CNSC CNSC-ESD Launches Techno-Demo Facility, University Market Hub, and Coffee Table Book By: CNSC PICRO, 2025 Camarines Norte State College (CNSC) officially launched its Technology Demonstration Facility, University Market Hub, and institutional Coffee Table Book in a two-part ceremonial event yesterday, July 22, 2025 held in CANR Campus B in Labo and in CNSC Main Campus Daet, Camarines Norte In the morning, key officials led the ribbon cutting and inaugural blessing of the Techno-Demo Facility for Queen Pineapple (QP) Powder Juice and Marinade at the CNSC Sierra Bros Site in Brgy. Talobatib, Labo. The facility houses advanced food processing equipment, including an Automatic Vacuum Fryer, Automatic Spray Dryer, and Panel Packing Machine—aimed at enhancing research-based production and commercialization of QP products. Approved in 2022 and funded under the 2023 budget with Php 4.2 million, the project supports the rollout of CNSC’s matured R&D technologies to partner people’s organizations, LGUs, and development agencies. After the ceremonial launch, guests joined a guided walkthrough of the facility, a short presentation, and a site visit to the Extension Services Training Center before proceeding to the CNSC Main Campus. In the afternoon, CNSC unveiled its University Market Hub and officially launched the Coffee Table Book in a ceremony held at the main campus in Daet. The Market Hub will serve as a platform for local product promotion, incubation of community-based enterprises, and institutional income generation. The Coffee Table Book documents the college’s history, achievements, and institutional milestones. The program featured messages from Dr. Girly H. Naval, Dr. Marlo M. Dela Cruz, and Dr. Rosalie A. Almadrones, along with a statement of appreciation by Ms. Irene A. Elechicon, Chairperson of Pangpang Farmers Agriculture Cooperative. A trade fair showcasing CNSC-developed products and local vendors followed the ribbon cutting of the Market Hub.

Unlocking Bright Futures View the Latest News and Updates of CNSC Institute of Fisheries and Marine Sciences is now officially renamed as the College of Fisheries, Aquatic Sciences, and Technology (CFAST) By: Mercedes Campus, 2025 We are happy to share that the Institute of Fisheries and Marine Sciences is now officially renamed as the College of Fisheries, Aquatic Sciences, and Technology (CFAST), along with the approval for the use of its institutional logo through Board of Trustees Resolution No. 36, s. 2025. This milestone was made possible through the proposal initiated by Mr. Amiel Jay S. Socorro, MSc., Mrs. Anne Marie Carreon-Arevalo, MSc., Mr. Jefferson T. Dacer, JD, and Mrs. Maybelle Anne S. Borigas-Bana, with the invaluable support of the teaching and non-teaching personnel of the institute—whose collective dedication and commitment played a vital role in this institutional advancement.The Camarines Norte State College community is deeply appreciated for its wholehearted support in the successful renaming of the institute. We also gratefully acknowledge the steadfast leadership and endorsement of Dr. Marlo M. De La Cruz, PECE, SUC President III, which significantly contributed to the approval and realization of this academic milestone. Stay tuned for the official release of the logo usage guidelines.#CFAST #FisheriesEducation #AquaticSciences #UCN #CamarinesNorte𝘓𝘢𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘊𝘢𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘣𝘺 𝘔𝘳. 𝘈𝘮𝘪𝘦𝘭 𝘑𝘢𝘺 𝘚𝘰𝘤𝘰𝘳𝘳𝘰

Unlocking Bright Futures View the Latest News and Updates of CNSC EMPOWERING COMMUNICATION: A Training in Gender-Fair Sign Language for the Men and Women of the CNSC Workforce (Phase 1) By: CNSC PICRO, 2025 Can you imagine the excitement one feels learning a new language and being immersed in it? Well, that’s what exactly happened yesterday to the invited participants of the CNSC – Center for Equity, Inclusivity and Diversity.The activity, EMPOWERING COMMUNICATION: A Training in Gender-Fair Sign Language for the Men and Women of the CNSC Workforce (Phase 1) brought anticipation to one and all in knowing how to demonstrate the alphabet, basic greetings (good morning, good afternoon, happy birthday, merry Christmas), names of the members of the family (father, mother, brother, grandfather, baby), numbers (1 to 100), days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday…), months (January, February, march…), the WH-questions (who, what, when, where, and why), structures (clinic, library, hospital), basic verbs (read, write, jump, eat), and the call for help – all by using the fingers of the hands! It created a deeper understanding for our deaf-mute brothers and sisters.Ms. Roxanne V. Orendain and Ms. Nerelyn L. Padrigon were the event’s resource speakers with the aid of Ms. Princess Alcantara and Mr. Peter Solano. They were from the Provincial Disability Affairs Office.The worthwhile endeavor was made possible through the initiative of the CEID headed by Dr. Delma Jean V. Abad, Disability Inclusion Officer Ms. Mailyn Q. Alarcon, MSHRM, with the complete representation of all GAD coordinators of the different campuses of CNSC. The same is in celebration of the 47th National Disability Rights Week.

Unlocking Bright Futures View the Latest News and Updates of CNSC CNSC selected as PQA Awardee By: CNSC PICRO, 2025 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲. 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞. 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤.These traits – all big words paid off for the Camarines Norte State College today as it receives the happy news that it is selected as one of PQA awardees. The award is to be conferred at the Malacanang Palace on a date to be announced.This award is a testament to concerted effort of the WHOLE CNSC COMMUNITY starting off with the leadership of the Management System and Improvement Office (MSIO) head, Ms. Beverly V. Musa with the Quality Assurance Office led by Mr. Rayniel D. Zabala; the 100% support of the administration headed by Dr. Marlo M. De La Cruz; the labor of all the teaching and non-teaching staff; the deans and directors; the heads of offices; the different employee organizations; students; guards, and utility workers.The Philippine Quality Award (PQA) is the highest national recognition for exemplary organizational performance in the Philippines, aimed at promoting a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

Unlocking Bright Futures View the Latest News and Updates of CNSC 𝐀𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐔𝐏 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐕𝐄𝐘 𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐈𝐓 By: CNSC PICRO, 2025 CNSC officially commenced the AACCUP Program Accreditation Survey Visit last July 14, 2025, at the DevCom Laboratory.The survey visit, which took place from July 14 to 18 in a hybrid setup, aims to assess and accredit six academic programs from three colleges within CNSC: the College of Business and Public Administration, College of Computing and Multimedia Studies, and College of Arts and Sciences.The opening program gathered CNSC officials, including deans, directors, heads of offices, and key administrative officials, who welcomed the team of AACCUP accreditors led by Dr. Reynaldo T. Gelido, the overall coordinator of the accreditation visit.Three programs are undergoing evaluation under the Fourth Survey Phase 2 Visit: Bachelor of Public Administration, Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, and Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. The Bachelor of Arts in English Language Studies under the Third Survey Phase 2 Visit, specifically for Area 6 Revisit. Meanwhile, the Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics and the Bachelor of Science in Development Communication are undergoing a Preliminary Survey Visit.

Unlocking Bright Futures View the Latest News and Updates of CNSC PDO holds 4th and Final Strategic Planning Workshop By: CNSC PICRO, 2025 Camarines Norte State College (CNSC), through its Planning and Development Office, spearheaded the 4th and final Strategic Planning Workshop titled “The Future University of Camarines Norte: Strategic Planning (Organizational Targets and Branding Workshop)” held from July 1 – 4, 2025, at Althea’s Dreamland Resort in San Lorenzo Ruiz, Camarines Norte. The four-day workshop gathered Administrative Council members, Heads of Offices, student leaders, and alumni representatives in a unified effort to chart CNSC’s course toward universityhood The workshop marks a milestone in CNSC’s journey toward universityhood, aiming to solidify the institution’s brand, lay the groundwork for infrastructure development, explore the establishment of an Open University, and define clear Key Result Areas (KRAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that will shape the institution’s strategic direction.

Unlocking Bright Futures View the Latest News and Updates of CNSC 𝐂𝐄𝐈𝐃 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 By: CNSC PICRO, 2025 The Center for Equity, Inclusivity, and Diversity (CEID) successfully conducted a seminar-workshop titled “Empowering Diversity: A Pride Month Celebration of Gender Equality and Inclusion” last Friday, June 13, 2025, at the CNSC Mercedes Campus.The seminar saw the participation of faculty and staff to promote awareness and advocacy for gender equality, diversity, and inclusive practices.As part of the seminar, participants engaged in hands-on sessions featuring table skirting, flower arrangement, and crochet — activities chosen to challenge traditional gender norms and foster appreciation for diverse skills and expressions.The workshop concluded with a collective pledge of allyship of the participants.

Unlocking Bright Futures View the Latest News and Updates of CNSC 𝐂𝐍𝐒𝐂 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦, 𝐒𝐚𝐧 𝐋𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐳𝐨 𝐑𝐮𝐢𝐳 By: CNSC PICRO, 2025 The Central Bicol State University of Agriculture (CBSUA), in partnership with Camarines Norte State College (CNSC), the Department of Agriculture, Universidad de Los Andes (Venezuela), and Universiti Sains Malaysia, successfully held the 2025 International Symposium on Stingless Bees from June 10 to 11, 2025, at CBSUA and on June 12 at CNSC. With the theme “𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑩𝒖𝒛𝒛 𝒐𝒇 𝑺𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒍𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑩𝒆𝒆 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆: 𝑮𝒍𝒐𝒃𝒂𝒍 𝑺𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝑮𝒐𝒂𝒍𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑪𝒐𝒅𝒆𝒙 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒓𝒅 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑷𝒐𝒕 𝑯𝒐𝒏𝒆𝒚,” the symposium brought together participants from various countries, including Venezuela, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Australia, Japan, Kenya, Brazil, and the Philippines.