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The Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University (ZPPSU), headed by the university president and vice president for PASUC-Mindanao, Dr. Nelson P. Cabral, attended the 2024 Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges (PASUC) Annual Convention and General Assembly at the SMX Convention Center Manila in Pasay City, on July 15-17, 2024. The 2024 PASUC convention aims to create an inclusive platform for diverse stakeholders to share different perspectives and engage in collaborative discussions, centered on this year’s theme “Advancing Competitiveness of SUCs for National Development”. The convention was also attended by notable ZPPSU Vice Presidents: VPAF Josephine Sulasula, VPAA Dr. Roy Valesco, VPRE Dr. Rolando Malalay and VPSAS Dr. Ma. Cristina Wee; Hon. Rachel E. Lorena, Faculty President; Dr. Kier Dela Calzada, EPDU’s Dean; CAO for Administration Ms. Carina M. Abidin; and other key officials of the institution. Photos ZPPSU-Board Secretary #OneZPPSU

A Memorandum of Understanding for Academic International Linkages and Cooperation has inked between Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University and Association of Filipino Teachers and Educators in America (AFTEA) recently at New York, USA. This aims to develop collaborative research projects, professional developments, seminars, workshops, and other areas of academic engagements of the two affiliated organizations Photos ZPPSU-VPAA #OneZPPSU

This effort is a platform to provide opportunities to foster educational collaboration, cultural and intellectual exchange, with their international counterparts. Additionally, this initiative provides opportunities for networking, exposure to global teaching, and management benchmarking. #OneZPPSU

Your hard work and dedication in the field of the academe is deemed as an inspiration to everyone. #OneZPPSU#CPESZPPSU

The Philippine Health Research Ethics Board (PHREB) has accredited Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University’s Research Ethics Committee (ZPPSU-REC) as Level 1 Research Ethics Committee from July 3, 2024, to July 2, 2025. The ZPPSU-REC is headed by the esteemed ZPPSU-REC Chair, Atty. Marti W. Gregorio, LLM. Pursuant to Section 12 of the Philippine National Health Research System (PNHRS) Act of 2013, the constitution of the PHREB states that, “The PHREB, shall ensure adherence to the universal principles for the protection of human participants in research.” In order to fulfill its functions, PHREB has set requirements to guide in the conduct of quality ethical review of research by means of an accreditation as a requirement for all Research Ethics Committee (REC). Moreover, a Research Ethics Committee (REC) is an independent body responsible for making decisions regarding the review, approval, and implementation of research protocols/proposals, in order to ensure the protection of the rights, safety, and well-being of human participants and promotes integrity of research data. The PHREB has granted ZPPSU-REC in compliance with the CHED Memorandum issued on March 30, 2015, by Chairperson Patricia Licuanan, where all SUCs Research Ethics Review Committees must register and be accredited with the PHREB. #OneZPPSU

To properly manage critical medical emergencies, such as cardiac arrest and obstructed airways, the medical team of the Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University attended the two-day Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Training Course held at the ZPPSU Medical-Dental Building on June 29 & 30. The Basic Life Support Training is notably essential because it provides people with the knowledge and skills they need to respond effectively in times of emergency situations, with a focus on saving lives, promoting recovery, and ensuring patient safety. Learning sessions to include were Mouth-to-Mouth Breaths, Rescue Breathing, Breaths with an Advanced Airway, and Adult, Child, & Infant Choking among others. ZPPSU Physician led by Dr. Franz Chezka Kathrize A. Ochotorena with her life-saving staff, expressed utmost gratitude to the Health Force Zamboanga Training Center staff as the esteemed facilitators. Photos ZPPSU-MDHS #OneZPPSU

To properly manage critical medical emergencies, such as cardiac arrest and obstructed airways, the medical team of the Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University attended the two-day Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Training Course held at the ZPPSU Medical-Dental Building on June 29 & 30. The Basic Life Support Training is notably essential because it provides people with the knowledge and skills they need to respond effectively in times of emergency situations, with a focus on saving lives, promoting recovery, and ensuring patient safety. Learning sessions to include were Mouth-to-Mouth Breaths, Rescue Breathing, Breaths with an Advanced Airway, and Adult, Child, & Infant Choking among others. ZPPSU Physician led by Dr. Franz Chezka Kathrize A. Ochotorena with her life-saving staff, expressed utmost gratitude to the Health Force Zamboanga Training Center staff as the esteemed facilitators. Photos ZPPSU-MDHS #OneZPPSU

The Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University – Philippines Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ZPPSU-ROTC) actively participated in the recently concluded ROTC Games Mindanao Qualifying Leg 2024, held last June 23-29, 2024. The 2024 ROTC Games, dubbed “Philippine Husay ng ROTC, Husay ng Kabataan,” were participated in by various State Universities and Colleges in Mindanao. Moreover, the ZPPSU contingent delivered a remarkable performance, as they bagged home 30 medals in both athletic and non-athletic events, earning 13 gold, 2 silver,and 15 bronze medals. This Mindanao-wide qualifying leg aimed to develop discipline, sportsmanship, camaraderie, and leadership, among the cadets from the various universities and colleges. #OneZPPSU

Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University (ZPPSU), visionary President Dr. Nelson P. Cabral, graced the 4th International Research and Education Conference (IREC) as an inspirational speaker, held in New York City, USA, scheduled from June 20 to July 6, 2024. The international conference was organized by the Association of Filipino Teachers and Educators in America, Inc. (AFTEA), themed “Trailblazing the Futures of Education Initiative: A Commitment to Renewed Perspectives through Global Collaboration.” The conference provided a platform to examine research and conduct dialogues; reflect and benchmark on how educators can envision and create possible futures in which education shapes a better world for all stakeholders; and pursue and articulate individual and institutional commitments to advocate for the right to education throughout life, linking the right to education to the right to information, to science, to participation, and to connectivity. Additionally, this endeavor enriches academic experiences and promotes international collaboration in research and education. #OneZPPSU