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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.

Unlocking Bright Futures View the Latest News and Updates of CNSC 𝐂𝐍𝐒𝐂 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝’𝐬 𝐀𝐈𝐓-𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐃 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐓𝐢𝐞𝐬 By: CNSC PICRO, 2025 Camarines Norte State College visited the School of Environment, Resources and Development (SERD) of the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) in Thailand on May 27 – 28 2025, to explore opportunities for collaboration in research, curriculum development, technology transfer, and professional training.The CNSC delegation, composed of Dr. Maria Cristina C. Azuelo, Vice President for Administration and Finance; Dr. Dolores C. Volante, Vice President for Academic Affairs; Dr. Girly H. Naval, Director of the Extension Services Division; and Engr. Aireen M. Babagay, Dean of the College of Engineering, visited several laboratories and engaged in discussions with AIT officials and staff regarding research and technology transfer, joint academic programs, curriculum development and professional training, and faculty and student development.

Unlocking Bright Futures View the Latest News and Updates of CNSC UiTM’s Dr. Zaiton Wraps Up 3-Month Research Collaboration with Exit Conference, Presents Collaborative Study on Pineapple Disease By: CNSC PICRO, 2025 Assoc. Prof. TS. Dr. Zaiton Sapak of Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM), Malaysia and Dr. Arlene C. Alegre of the Queen Pineapple Research and Development Institute (QPRDI) formally concluded their three-month collaborative research with an exit conference held today, June 4, 2025, at the VPs Conference Room. The meeting focused on the joint study titled “A Study on Fungi Associated with Fruit Rot Diseases in Pineapple: A Case Study in Camarines Norte, Philippines, and Peninsular Malaysia.” The study, conducted in two phases, began here at CNSC – QPRDI Laboratory from March to June 2025, and will continue at UiTM from June to August 2025. Preliminary findings were presented during the exit meeting, highlighting significant insights into pineapple crops. Key points discussed included the planned presentation of the research at the 57th Post Management Council of the Philippines Annual Scientific Conference in Palawan from July 7 to 11. Dr. Zaiton of UiTM also committed to partnering with CNSC in organizing the 2nd International Congress on Pineapple in 2026. Additionally, discussions are underway for an international publication—a compendium on pineapple diseases—in collaboration with scientists from Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam. The exit conference was attended by CNSC key officals, including deans, directors, and Dr. Maria Cristina C. Azuelo (VPAF) and Dr. Rosalie A. Almadrones (VPRE), along with Dr. Marlo M. De La Cruz, SUC President III of CNSC, who expressed support for the expanding international collaboration in research.

Unlocking Bright Futures View the Latest News and Updates of CNSC CNSC congratulates Dr. Shirley C. Agrupis on her appointment as the new Chairperson of the Commission on Higher Education By: CNSC PICRO, 2025 The entire Camarines Norte State College community—its faculty, non-teaching staff, and students—extends heartfelt congratulations to Hon. Dr. Shirley C. Agrupis on her appointment as the new Chairperson of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). We, the CNSC community, look forward to your visionary leadership and the transformative impact it will bring to the higher education landscape.  

Unlocking Bright Futures View the Latest News and Updates of CNSC 𝐐𝐏𝐑𝐃𝐈 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧-𝐖𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 By: CNSC PICRO, 2025 To strengthen the research capabilities of faculty researchers, CNSC thru the Office of the Vice President for Research and Extension and Queen Pineapple Research and Development Institute conducted an Orientation-Writeshop on Packaging of Research Proposals, Financial Management, and DPMIS Submission last May 22, 2025, at the QAO – Conference room.This initiative aimed to enhance the quality and competitiveness of research proposals submitted to funding agencies, particularly the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST-PCAARRD).Faculty researchers from various CNSC campuses actively participated in the session, which combined informative lectures with practical workshops.

Unlocking Bright Futures View the Latest News and Updates of CNSC AACCUP Visits CNSC, Orients Accreditation Task Force for Upcoming Institutional Accreditation By: CNSC PICRO, 2025 The Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP) conducted an orientation for the Accreditation Task Force of Camarines Norte State College in preparation for its upcoming institutional accreditation. The 2-day activity titled General Orientation and Workshop on Institutional Accreditation was held at the CNSC Quality Assurance Office – Conference Hall and was formally opened with a welcome statement from the Director of the Quality Assurance Office Rayniel D. Zabala. CNSC President Dr. Marlo M. De La Cruz delivered an opening message, underscoring the college’s firm commitment to quality assurance and continuous improvement. Dr. Milabel E. Ho, AACCUP Executive Director, also delivered a message, setting the tone for the orientation and highlighting the significance of institutional accreditation in higher education.The orientation proper featured comprehensive discussions on crucial topics such as Preparing for the Institutional Accreditation Survey, and IA Portfolio: A Guide to Preparing Documents for the Conduct of Institutional Accreditation, including the processes of uploading, digitization, and document presentation. A series of focused workshops followed, tackling the nine key areas of assessment:Area 1 – Governance and ManagementArea 2 – Teaching, Learning, and EvaluationArea 3 – Faculty and StaffArea 4 – ResearchArea 5 – Extension, Consultancy, and LinkagesArea 6 – Support to StudentsArea 7 – LibraryArea 8 – Infrastructure and Other Learning ResourcesArea 9 – Quality Assurance Culture The workshops were facilitated by Mr. Dominic T. Martinez, Ms. Merelyn G. Dela Cruz, Mr. Jimson L. Lamarroza and Dr. Milabel E. Ho, who provided detailed guidance and practical tips for the accreditation process. The event concluded with the awarding of certificates to the speakers, followed by a brief closing message from Dr. Dolores C. Volante, Vice President for Academic Affairs, who encouraged everyone to remain engaged and committed as CNSC prepares for institutional evaluation.