April 6, 10-11, 2025

Partido State University (ParSU) successfully underwent its ISO 9001:2015 First Surveillance Audit on April 6, 10, and 11, 2025, reaffirming its commitment to delivering quality education and services through a continually improving Quality Management System (QMS). 

The audit, led by Ms. Madilyn Plaza, audit members Ms. Mary Grace Balobalo and Mr. Hilario Capili, and ParSU ISO Consultant Engr. Helen Alian-Evalle aimed to verify the university's compliance with the ISO 9001:2015 standard, assess conformity with regulatory and contractual requirements, and determine the management system's effectiveness in achieving institutional objectives. 

In his message, ParSU President Arnel B. Zarcedo, EDEL, emphasized that the university is determined to remain responsive to the evolving needs of the students, faculty, stakeholders, and the community. Thus, ParSU is setting its sights on transforming all its processes, beginning with the Graduate Programs of the College of Education, College of Business and Management, and College of Arts and Humanities, which were evaluated for their curriculum-instruction design and resource development, followed by a class observation on April 6, 2025.  

Following this, on April 10, 2025, the audit shifted focus to the College of Sustainable Communities and Ecosystems (Caramoan campus), where key areas such as campus site management, curriculum design, development review, classroom instruction including laboratory observations, student affairs focusing on student activities and discipline, facilities management, library services, registrar services, and research and extension were audited. In the afternoon, the audit team proceeded to the Goa Campus to evaluate the Top Management, specifically focusing on updates and changes to the QMS, quality policy and objectives, among others. Further, the university's feedback mechanisms, complaint-handling procedures, and guidance and counseling procedures were evaluated alongside the Planning and Development Office. 

To conclude, on April 11, 2025, the final day of the audit covered similar activities at the College of Agribusiness and Community Development (Salogon campus) and Goa campus, focusing again on academic and support services. 

After thorough consolidation, 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐒𝐔 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐒𝐎 𝟗𝟎𝟎𝟏:𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟓 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐳𝐞𝐫𝐨 𝐧𝐨𝐧-𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐲, reflecting the university's collaborative spirit, hard work, and resilience. 

According to President Zarcedo, this significant activity is more than just an assessment but a celebration of the university's accomplishments. He then reminded everyone that true excellence is not a destination but a discipline and that the university's goal is not perfection but progress. "Here at ParSU, ISO and QA, in general, is our way of life." he ended. 

This milestone reaffirms ParSU's commitment to a culture where quality and continuous improvement are prioritized to provide excellent service to its stakeholders. 

Congratulations, ParSU!

April 8, 2025

Partido State University (ParSU) Reserve Officer's Training Corps (ROTC) Unit participated in the Regional Annual Administrative and Tactical Inspection (RAATI) yesterday, April 8, 2025. 

This annual assessment led by the Philippine Army's Reserve Command measures ParSU ROTC's training status, competencies, and accomplishments and evaluates operational readiness. 
During the inspection, ParSU cadets demonstrated their skills and readiness during the rank inspection, company drills, knot tying, map reading, and first aid demonstrations, among others, highlighting months of rigorous training and preparation.

After thorough inspection and evaluation, ParSU ROTC garnered 894.31 points or an average score of 89.43%, demonstrating not only their proficiency in various areas but also the efficient programs and leaders of the University. 

This accomplishment showcases discipline and camaraderie among the ParSU ROTC, reflecting the University's commitment to developing proactive students who are ready to serve the nation. 

Present during the event were key officials, training staff and ROTC Corps Commander and Staff, including ParSU President Arnel B. Zarcedo, EDEL, Dr. Maria Aurora G. Caballero, NSTP Director, Mr. Remy Roel G. Miradora, ParSU ROTC Coordinator, LTC Randy L. Eloreta INF (GSC) PA, Commandant, Col. Leonardo C. Dacumos INF (MNSA) PA, ADCRRA 91D, RAATI 2025 PA Chairman and LTC Rodito A. Gotladera, GSC (INF) PA, RAATI 2025 Vice Chairperson. 

April 7-8, 2025

The Partido State University (ParSU) College of Education (CED) successfully concluded its two-day seminar-writeshop “Empowering Educators: A Seminar-Writeshop on the MATATAG (Enhanced K–12) Curriculum – Innovations, Challenges, and Strategies for 21st-Century Teaching” at the CED Review and Training Center. 

The first day featured enriching discussions by esteemed speakers Dr. Mariben D. Berja, Chief, Curriculum Implementation Division, Division of Camarines Sur, and Dr. Leodegario Daniel, Public Schools District Supervisor of the Lagonoy North District. Dr. Berja delivered productive discussions on “The Key Features of the MATATAG Curriculum” and “Latest Trends in Curriculum Development” while Dr. Daniel addressed “Emerging Issues and Challenges in Philippine Education and the MATATAG Curriculum", wherein participants actively engaged in collaborative exchange, sharing challenges and proposing solutions, followed by a reflective wrap-up session. 

Further, Day 2 highlighted Dr. Daniel’s session on “Best Teaching Practices for the MATATAG Curriculum” and a collaborative workshop led by both speakers on syllabus revision and lesson planning. In the afternoon, a writeshop on developing a learning plan for curriculum implementation occured, culminating in the presentation of outputs.

With constant changes and demands in the education sector, this initiative reflects ParSU CED’s commitment to capacitating its faculty and  future educators with innovative strategies and practical tools to ensure competence and efficiency.  

April 7, 2025

To bolster institutional awareness of today’s digital threats and vulnerabilities, the Partido State University (ParSU) College of Engineering and Computational Sciences (CEC) hosted a lecture on “Insights from the Frontlines: Cybersecurity for Today’s Digital World.” 

With guest speaker Mr. Graeme Batsman, a renowned cybersecurity expert, trusted media resource, and the Principal Consultant of Prive Cyber, students, faculty, and administrators in attendance gathered critical insights on cybersecurity challenges, emerging risks, and practical strategies.

This initiative aims to empower the ParSU community in safeguarding academic systems proactively and streamline digital transformation efforts across the university.