DEBESMSCAT Joins CHEDRO V In Launching “HEIs AS ZONES OF PEACE” In Masbate

The Dr. Emilio B. Espinosa, Sr. Memorial State College of Agriculture and Technology (DEBESMSCAT) joined the Commission on Higher Education Regional Office V (CHEDRO V) as the institution reaffirmed its commitment among higher education institutions in the province of Masbate. The college marked the launching of the "Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) as Zones of PEACE" project, initiated by CHEDRO V through Regional Director Dr. Demetrio P. Anduyan Jr., CESO III, on October 5, 2026, at the college function hall.

The launching was personally attended by Hon. Desiderio R. Apag III, CHED Commissioner, DEBESMSCAT Board of Trustees Chairperson, and Keynote Speaker. He was joined by key college officials, including Dr. Arnel B. Millesca, SUC President III; Dr. Elreen A. Delavin, Vice President for Academic Affairs; Dr. Erwin H. Malto, Vice President for Administration and Finance; and Dr. Rodolfo B. Burac, Jr., Vice President for Research, Extension, Innovation, Creative Works, and Knowledge Management. The event was also supported by deans, administrators, directors, personnel, and students.

The primary purpose of the CHEDRO V "Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) as Zones of PEACE" initiative is to transform college and university campuses across the Bicol Region into safe, inclusive, and nurturing environments free from violence, bullying, harassment, intimidation, and abuse. Developed under Regional Memorandum No. 216-2026, the project seeks to move beyond traditional academics by embedding safety, character-building, community development, and ecological stewardship into the student life experience.

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