August 13-15, 2025

Partido State University (ParSU), through its Quality Assurance Center (QAC), has once again proven its commitment to excellence after successfully concluding the Hybrid Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP, Inc.) 3rd and 4th Survey Visits – Phase 2, held last August 13–15, 2025.

This recent accreditation effort goes beyond compliance, serving as a critical moment for recalibration that reaffirms ParSU's commitment to meet and surpass established standards.

In her message, AACCUP Accreditor Dr. Sherrilyn B. Quintos emphasized the long-term impact of continuous improvement on both programs and communities. "By taking these opportunities for improvement, we can enhance the efficiency and long-term sustainability of these programs while also building stronger connections with the people we aim to serve," she shared, reminding the ParSU community that accreditation is not the end goal, but a means to create lasting, meaningful change.

Meanwhile, representing University President Arnel B. Zarcedo, EDEL, Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Michael A. Clores expressed deep gratitude to the accreditors, affirming that their insights will serve as catalysts. "We pledge to refine our system, strengthen our linkages, and elevate our standards. Partido State University stands firm in its mission to be a cradle of sustainability and innovation," he said. 

The 4th Survey Phase teams were composed of Dr. Kristine P. Pelaez and Dr. Emelyn Grace P. Estilo for the Master in Public Administration (MPA), Dir. Aurora E. Casuga and Dr. Narciso F. Castro for BS Accountancy (BSA), Prof. Julius A. Sareno for BS Information Technology (BSIT),  Dr. Gladie Natherie G. Cabanizas for BA Communication (BACOM), Dr. Amelia Girly L. Aranas and Dr. Joy N. Savellano for BS Entrepreneurship (BSENT), and Dr. Ronald M. Ramirez with Dr. May Ann C. Pulgo for BS Hospitality Management (BSHM). 

For the 3rd Survey Phase, the teams included Prof. Wilfredo D. Dalugdog for BS Criminology (BSCRIM), Dr. Maribel S. Tizo and Prof. Karen P. Andres for BS Environmental Science (BSES), and Dr. Shiela M. Reyes with Dr. Quirino G. Pascua for BS Fisheries (BSF). 

On-site accreditors included Prof. Mary Joy A. Castillo of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines and Dr. Quintos of Bataan Peninsula State University for BACOM, Prof. Eduardo D. Masirag of Bulacan State University for BSCRIM, and Prof. Nancy M. Santiago of Bulacan State University for BSIT. 

Marking another milestone, the accreditation solidifies ParSU's commitment to continuous improvement and the delivery of quality education to produce competent, proactive, and resilient graduates. 

Further, it reflects the collaborative efforts of the university officials, department/program chairs, faculty, and staff of all the academic programs visited during the survey, through the guidance and support of the respective college deans: Dr. Mariel Estrella for the College of Arts and Humanities (MPA, BACOM); Dr. Rina Abner-Puerta for the College of Business and Management (BSA, BSENT); Engr. Emelina Padayon for the College of Science (BSIT); Dr. Jossie Romero for the College of Hospitality and Tourism Management (BSHM); Dr. Shirlene Esplana for the College of Public Safety and Community Health (BSCRIM); Ms. Yolda Abante, OIC, for the College of Environmental Science and Design (BSES); and Mr. Lander Plantado, OIC, for the College of Fisheries and Marine Science (BSF).

The journey continues as ParSU walks forward with its partners toward a future shaped by purpose and excellence. Central to this progress, the QAC, headed by Ms. Janeth A. Cledera, continues to steer the university toward higher standards. As the center responsible for upholding academic standards, QAC's role was key in facilitating the survey visits and supporting the university's broader efforts toward institutional growth and development. 

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August 8, 2025

Partido State University (ParSU) took another step toward internationalization through a virtual meeting with Woosong University, South Korea — a globally recognized institution ranked first in South Korea for "International Outlook" by Times Higher Education. 

Discussed were signing of a Memorandum of Understanding, establishing an academic mobility program, and other possible collaborative activities that focus on providing students with cross-border learning, cultural experience, and industry exposure. 

Woosong University is also known for its innovative academic offerings, some related to business, information technology, hospitality management, and media communication, which align with ParSU's strategic focus areas and will further strengthen its presence in the international arena, paving the way for more valuable opportunities for its students.  

ParSU remains committed to building strong connections, supporting its mission to provide students with a high-quality and global educational experience. 

August 4 to 8, 2025

The College of Engineering and Computational Sciences of Partido State University (ParSU) successfully held a five-day Hybrid International Training-Workshop on Empowering 21st Century Educators and Researchers: Integrating Outcomes-Based Education (OBE), Mathematical Modeling, and Generative AI for Transformative Academic Practice from August 4 to 8, 2025. 

The training-workshop featured prominent resource speakers, including Dr. Jaymar B. Soriano, Associate Professor from the Department of Computational Sciences at the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman,  Dr. Nurzal Effiyana Binti Ghazali, Director of the Center for Engineering Education at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Dr. Vena Pearl Bongolan, Professor VII from the Department of Computational Sciences, UP Diliman, and Dr. Jomar Rabajante, Dean of the Graduate School and UP Scientist at the University of the Philippines, Los Baños. 

In addition to lectures and hands-on sessions, the workshop highlighted research presentations on key areas of interest. Prof. Nair of Sunway University, Malaysia, presented on Health Economics, Dr. Aldilas Nursetyo of Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia, discussed Dengue Surveillance and Epidemiology, Prof. Kingsley Badu from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana, shared insights on the Mosquito Monitor project, and Prof. Paul R. Regonia of UP presented Generative AI applications for the Dengue Observatory. 

Another workshop highlight was the presentation of the OBE Syllabus and the proposed OBE Framework of the university, which was reviewed by Dr. Ghazali, providing valuable direction for refining and aligning the framework with international standards to advance ParSU's academic reform initiatives.

Through these multifaceted sessions, participants were exposed to innovative tools and frameworks and reimagined their roles as educators and researchers.

Ultimately, this international engagement served as a strategic platform to strengthen the capabilities of educators and researchers in the 21st century by equipping them with future-ready strategies and tools grounded in outcomes-based education, data-driven research, and artificial intelligence, further solidifying ParSU's commitment to innovation, global competitiveness, and academic excellence.