PANABO CITY — A team from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Region XI conducted an ocular inspection at Davao del Norte State College (DNSC) Carmen campus on March 17, 2026, to evaluate the readiness of its Bachelor of Physical Education (BPEd) and Bachelor of Science in Criminology (BS Crim) programs.
The Regional Quality Assessment Team (RQAT) was composed of Engr. Maria Christina B. Condez, education supervisor II; Dr. Arvin A. Andacao, Bachelor of Physical Education program head at Davao Oriental State University; and Dr. Louie C. Juera, education supervisor II.
They were welcomed by DNSC officials led by College President Joy M. Sorrosa, along with vice presidents, deans, directors, and selected faculty and staff.
In her opening remarks, Director for Curriculum and Instruction Leonida P. Piorac recalled the earlier evaluations of the programs.
“Back in 2024, BPEd underwent a thorough evaluation. In the same year, we were given the Report on the Result of Preliminary Assessment… On May 26, 2025, the BS Crim program also underwent an evaluation… Today, we demonstrate our improvements,” Dr. Piorac said.
The inspection was part of CHED’s review of institutional compliance with academic program requirements and support facilities.
Among the findings noted by the team were areas for improvement in the guidance counseling and clinic facilities, the absence of printed journals and the need for additional books in the library, the need for more laboratory rooms for the BS Crim program, and the need to establish an education technology room with computers and internet access for the BPEd program.
Pres. Sorrosa said the college remains committed to strengthening its programs despite resource limitations.
“Despite evolving external challenges, including budget constraints, we remain steadfast in fulfilling our mandate to deliver accessible, relevant, and high quality education,” Pres. Sorrosa said.
She added that DNSC secured ₱30 million in capital outlay funding for the second floor of the Carmen Administration Building, which will be redirected to support the completion of facilities, particularly laboratory requirements for the BS Crim program.
Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Girley S. Gumanao, said the campus is also moving toward further institutional recognition.
“We begin with good news that DNSC will be granted a Unique Institutional Identifier for our Carmen Campus… We fully accept all recommendations… With the RRPA in mind, the administration assures CHED that we will comply with all COPC requirements. Our goal is to produce graduates who will uphold the rule of law with integrity and serve the nation effectively,” Gumanao said.
