Manilyn Villaflores – Dasco, have been serving as a permanent Instructor since January 2020. Before her tenure at CNSC, she was an educator at the Department of Education, specifically at Paracale National High School.

Her academic journey has been rigorous and rewarding. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Plant Science at Central Bicol State University of Agriculture (CBSUA), where she also earned her Master of Science in Agricultural Education. Her dedication to education and agricultural science is demonstrated by her success in passing both the Licensure Examination for Agriculturists (LEA) and the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET), which she took with just a month of interval, in July and September 2012, respectively.

In addition to her formal education, she has obtained National Certificates (NC) in various fields related to agriculture, including Organic Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Production, and Agricultural Crops Production. These certifications have equipped her with a broad and versatile skill set, allowing her to effectively contribute to both the academic and practical aspects of agricultural science.

Since 2021, she has had the honor of serving as the College Secretary of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. In this role, she has utilized her administrative and academic skills to support the college’s mission and vision, fostering an environment that promotes learning and research.

In addition to her administrative duties, she is actively involved in guiding students in their research endeavors. She currently serves as a research adviser to 12 students for their undergraduate thesis. This role allows her to mentor and inspire the next generation of researchers and professionals in the field of agriculture. Furthermore, she is an adviser to several school organizations including the Supreme Student Council, where she provides guidance and support to students in their extracurricular activities.

Throughout her career, her unwavering passion for teaching and dedication to the field of agriculture have been her driving forces. She is committed to nurturing the next generation of agriculturists and educators, and she strives to inspire her students through her academic pursuits and professional experiences.As she continues her journey in the field of education and agricultural science, she remains focused on advancing knowledge, promoting sustainable practices, and contributing to the development and growth of the agricultural sector.