#TatakGC: Honoring the Team Behind GC-CESU’s Accreditation Success

During the Gordon College Accreditation held on October 13–15, 2026, the College presented its accomplishments and contributions to community development through the Community Extension Services Unit (GC-CESU). The community extension accreditation was conducted on October 14, 2026, alongside the accreditation of other academic programs, including BS Tourism Management, BS Hospitality Management, BS Entertainment and Multimedia Computing, Master of Arts in Education, and Master of Arts in Nursing.

Through partnerships, volunteer initiatives, and collaborative efforts involving faculty members, students, partner institutions, and community members, GC-CESU continues to advance literacy, health, livelihood, and environmental sustainability while empowering its partner communities.

The successful presentation of the College’s community extension accomplishments reflects the collective commitment and support of Dr. Mhel Dela Pena Soriano, College President, and Dr. Ediric Gadia, Vice President for RDCES. Their leadership and support strengthen the College’s commitment to academic excellence, community engagement, and meaningful extension initiatives.

Recognition is extended to Mr. Dante Sardina, GC-CESU Director and IGS CESU Coordinator; Ms. Jenny Mae Lagman, CHTM CESU Coordinator; Mr. Miguel Macabulos, CCS BSEMC CESU Coordinator; and Ms. Joan Joy Amog-De Vera, IGS CESU Coordinator, for their active roles in facilitating the preparations, organizing and consolidating supporting documents and accomplishment reports, and presenting the College’s community extension programs, initiatives, and accomplishments during the accreditation process. Their collective efforts highlighted GC-CESU’s contributions to community development and its commitment to sustainable, impactful extension services.

Special appreciation is also extended to Ms. Lhynne Navarro Geniza, Mr. Toffer Obispo, Mr. Johniel Zar Mendoza, Mr. Kenneth Bautista, Ms. Juri Siscon, Ms. Annja Viala Suyod, and Ms. Jerlyn Mañalac for their valuable assistance in preparing the documents, accomplishment reports, and other supporting materials. Likewise, Dr. JM R Asio and Ms. Nicole Suero are recognized for their assistance during the CESU deliberation and the preparations related to the accreditation.

These collaborative efforts demonstrate the importance of teamwork, dedication, and shared responsibility in showcasing the College’s extension initiatives, community partnerships, and contributions to sustainable development.

Gordon College remains committed to ensuring that its community extension programs have positive, lasting impacts on its partner communities while advancing academic excellence, research, and service

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