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🤝 PUP Graduate School and Philippine National Railways Explore Partnership for Extension and Capacity-Building Initiatives

On June 10, 2026, the Polytechnic University of the Philippines Graduate School (PUP GS) and the Philippine National Railways (PNR) held an exploratory meeting to discuss potential collaboration on extension projects, professional development, and capacity-building initiatives.

The PUP GS delegation was led by Dr. Elmer G. De Jose, Dean of the Graduate School, together with Dr. Philip P. Ermita, ASEAN Engineer, Professor I, Chairperson of the MS in Industrial Engineering and Graduate Diploma in Project Management (GDipPM), and Director of the Technology Business Incubation and Development Office, and Dr. Annabelle A. Gordonas, Chief of the Research and Extension Office.

Representing PNR were Atty. Celeste D. Lauta, Assistant General Manager, Engr. Christian Mendoza, Team Lead for the South Long Haul Project, along with other officials and staff.

During the meeting, PUP GS shared its academic offerings, particularly the Graduate Diploma in Project Management (GDipPM), and explored possible areas of collaboration aimed at enhancing the competencies and capabilities of PNR personnel through relevant training, extension programs, research, and lifelong learning opportunities.

This engagement marks a significant step toward building a strong partnership between PUP GS and PNR in advancing workforce development, organizational excellence, sustainable transportation, and public service innovation. The collaboration likewise supports the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

Together, we build a more capable, innovative, and future-ready public sector workforce.

📢 PUP Graduate School Research Team Conducts First FGD for NRCP-Funded Project

On June 4, 2026, the Polytechnic University of the Philippines Graduate School (PUP GS) Research Team successfully conducted the first in a series of Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) for the research project entitled “Workforce Analysis and Competency Assessment for DOST-Funded Projects Monitoring at NRCP.”

This significant research initiative is funded by the National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP) and implemented under the supervision of Dr. Geraldo S. Petilla, Chief Administrative Officer of the Finance and Administrative Division (FAD).

The project is led by Prof. Ricardo L. Dizon as Project Leader and Dr. Elmer G. De Jose, Dean of the PUP Graduate School, as Project Co-Leader, together with Dr. Melcah P. Monsura, Dr. Annabelle A. Gordonas, and Assoc. Prof. Laurence P. Usona.

The successful conduct of the first FGD reflects the team's unwavering commitment to research excellence, collaboration, and nation-building. The PUP GS Research Team extends its sincere gratitude to all participants whose valuable insights and experiences contribute to the success of this important undertaking.

Advancing research. Empowering communities. Building the nation.

PUP Graduate School Strengthens Extension Linkage with BuCor Through Transformative Corrections Initiative

Marking a significant milestone in academic-community partnership, the Polytechnic University of the Philippines Graduate School (PUP GS) and the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) forged a meaningful extension linkage through the conduct of the 5-Day Workshop on the Review and Enhancement of the 24 Behavior Modification Program (BMP) Modules held at the Development Academy of the Philippines, Tagaytay City. Anchored on the theme “From Control to Transformation: Developing Humane, Evidence-Based, and Transferable Behavior Modification Modules,” the initiative reflects a shared commitment to advancing rehabilitation and reformation programs for Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) through research-based, humane, and transformative interventions. This collaboration serves as a testament to PUP GS’s expanding role in extending academic expertise beyond the classroom and into institutions that contribute directly to nation-building.

The program formally opened with remarks from CT/SSUPT Dorothy C. Bernabe, Director of the Directorate for Reformation, who emphasized the importance of ensuring that rehabilitation interventions respond to the real and evolving needs of PDLs. In his inspirational message, Dr. Elmer G. De Jose, RPsy, RPm, Dean of the PUP Graduate School, emphasized the power of education, psychological science, and community engagement in fostering meaningful change and successful reintegration. The workshop was facilitated by PUP GS experts Dr. Aimee Rose A. Manda, RPm, Dr. Geraldine F. Santos, RPsy, RPm, and Dr. Pricila B. Marzan, RPsy, RPm, LPT, faculty member of the PUP Psychology Undergraduate and Graduate School Program, who guided participants through lectures, reflective discussions, module critiquing, and writeshop sessions grounded in evidence-based correctional and psychological practices.

Implemented by the BuCor Personnel Development Division (PDD) in coordination with the Directorate for Reformation through the Behavior Management Division headed by CTO2 Lucia E. Santos, the activity was conducted under the leadership of CT/SSUPT Elsa A. Alabado, Acting Director of the Directorate for Personnel and Human Resource Development (DPHRD), with the support and guidance of General Gregorio Pio P. Catapang Jr., AFP (Ret.), CESE, CCLH, Director General of BuCor.

More than a workshop, this undertaking formally establishes and strengthens the extension partnership between the PUP Graduate School and BuCor, opening opportunities for future collaborations in research, training, capability building, and community engagement. Through this forged linkage, PUP GS continues to demonstrate its commitment to social transformation, proving that higher education can be a powerful force in creating pathways toward rehabilitation, restoration, and hope under the vision of Bagong BuCor.

ℙ𝕌ℙ 𝔾𝕣𝕒𝕕𝕦𝕒𝕥𝕖 𝕊𝕔𝕙𝕠𝕠𝕝 𝕒𝕟𝕕 ℙ𝕙𝕚𝕝𝕚𝕡𝕡𝕚𝕟𝕖 𝕊𝕥𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕤𝕥𝕚𝕔𝕤 𝔸𝕦𝕥𝕙𝕠𝕣𝕚𝕥𝕪 𝕊𝕥𝕣𝕖𝕟𝕘𝕥𝕙𝕖𝕟 𝔻𝕒𝕥𝕒-𝔻𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕖𝕟 𝔾𝕠𝕧𝕖𝕣𝕟𝕒𝕟𝕔𝕖 𝕋𝕙𝕣𝕠𝕦𝕘𝕙 𝕥𝕙𝕖 ℂ𝔹𝕄𝕊 𝕋𝕣𝕒𝕚𝕟𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕠𝕟 𝔹𝕒𝕤𝕚𝕔 𝕊𝕥𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕤𝕥𝕚𝕔𝕤 𝟚𝟘𝟚𝟞

The 𝓟𝓸𝓵𝔂𝓽𝓮𝓬𝓱𝓷𝓲𝓬 𝓤𝓷𝓲𝓿𝓮𝓻𝓼𝓲𝓽𝔂 𝓸𝓯 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓟𝓱𝓲𝓵𝓲𝓹𝓹𝓲𝓷𝓮𝓼 𝓖𝓻𝓪𝓭𝓾𝓪𝓽𝓮 𝓢𝓬𝓱𝓸𝓸𝓵 (𝓟𝓤𝓟 𝓖𝓢), 𝓽𝓱𝓻𝓸𝓾𝓰𝓱 𝓲𝓽𝓼 𝓜𝓪𝓼𝓽𝓮𝓻 𝓲𝓷 𝓐𝓹𝓹𝓵𝓲𝓮𝓭 𝓢𝓽𝓪𝓽𝓲𝓼𝓽𝓲𝓬𝓼 (𝓜𝓐𝓢) 𝓟𝓻𝓸𝓰𝓻𝓪𝓶, successfully implemented the Community-Based Monitoring System (CBMS) Training on Basic Statistics as part of its extension and community engagement initiatives in collaboration with the 𝓟𝒽𝒾𝓁𝒾𝓅𝓅𝒾𝓃𝑒 𝒮𝓉𝒶𝓉𝒾𝓈𝓉𝒾𝒸𝓈 𝒜𝓊𝓉𝒽𝑜𝓇𝒾𝓉𝓎 (𝒫𝒮𝒜, NCR). Held on May 19–21, 2026, at the Ongpin Ballroom, Hotel Lucky Chinatown, Binondo, Manila, the three-day training brought together professionals, researchers, planners, educators, and public servants committed to strengthening statistical literacy and promoting evidence-based governance in their respective institutions and communities.

The training formally commenced with the leadership and support of distinguished officials, including 𝓓𝓲𝓻. 𝓟𝓪𝓬𝓲𝓪𝓷𝓸 𝓑. 𝓓𝓲𝔃𝓸𝓷, Regional Director of the Philippine Statistics Office, NCR, who delivered the Welcome Remarks; and 𝓓𝓻. 𝓔𝓵𝓶𝓮𝓻 𝓖. 𝓭𝓮 𝓙𝓸𝓼𝓮, Dean of the PUP Graduate School, who presented the Message and Overview of program activities. Also present in the event were the MAS Chairperson, 𝓐𝓼𝓼𝓸𝓬. 𝓟𝓻𝓸𝓯. 𝓛𝓪𝓾𝓻𝓮𝓷𝓬𝓮 𝓟. 𝓤𝓼𝓸𝓷𝓪 and other GS officials.

Participants benefited from the expertise of an outstanding roster of resource speakers and facilitators, namely 𝓓𝓻. 𝓔𝓭𝓬𝓸𝓷 𝓑. 𝓑𝓪𝓬𝓬𝓪𝔂, 𝓜𝓻. 𝓙𝓸𝓱𝓷 𝓟𝓱𝓲𝓵𝓲𝓹 𝓞. 𝓔𝓬𝓱𝓮𝓿𝓪𝓻𝓻𝓲𝓪, 𝓐𝓼𝓼𝓸𝓬. 𝓟𝓻𝓸𝓯. 𝓛𝓪𝓾𝓻𝓮𝓷𝓬𝓮 𝓟. 𝓤𝓼𝓸𝓷𝓪, 𝓓𝓻. 𝓡𝓸𝓵𝓪𝓷 𝓙. 𝓜𝓪𝓵𝓿𝓪𝓻, 𝓐𝓼𝓼𝓽. 𝓟𝓻𝓸𝓯. 𝓟𝓮𝓽𝓮𝓻 𝓙𝓸𝓱𝓷 𝓑. 𝓐𝓻𝓪𝓷𝓪𝓼, 𝓓𝓻. 𝓙𝓪𝓬𝓴𝓲𝓮 𝓓. 𝓤𝓻𝓻𝓾𝓽𝓲𝓪, 𝓓𝓻. 𝓛𝓲𝓷𝓬𝓸𝓵𝓷 𝓐. 𝓑𝓪𝓾𝓽𝓲𝓼𝓽𝓪, 𝓪𝓷𝓭 𝓜𝓼. 𝓚𝓪𝓽𝓻𝓲𝓷𝓪 𝓓. 𝓔𝓵𝓲𝔃𝓸𝓷. Their sessions covered key areas such as statistical foundations, data sources, data collection and quality assurance, descriptive statistics, data visualization, statistical tools, interpretation of statistical results, and the application of statistics in local planning and development.

Hosted by Dr. Annabelle A. Gordonas as Master of Ceremonies and concluded through the Closing Remarks of Jing C. Rocabo, the activity exemplified the power of collaboration among academic institutions, government agencies, and community stakeholders. Through this successful extension project, the PUP Graduate School Master in Applied Statistics Program and the Philippine Statistics Authority reaffirm their shared commitment to building statistically empowered communities and advancing a culture of data-driven leadership for sustainable national development.

📢 ANNOUNCEMENT 📢

The PUP Graduate School is thrilled to share the UPDATED results of the evaluation for GS students applying for the Comprehensive Examination!

💼 Check out the list of evaluated applicants and their eligibility status through the link attached in this post:

🔗 https://tinyurl.com/3cuk7k7x

New Comprehensive Examination schedule: JULY 11, 2026! Get ready, Iskolars! 💪

For inquiries, contact the Office of the Graduate School Registrar at the M.H. Del Pilar Campus, local 371. 📞

PUP Graduate School Announcement

The results of the Written Comprehensive Examination (WCE) held on February 21, 2026, are OUT! ✅

🔗 Please scan the QR CODE to check your results and see your performance.

Congrats to all who advanced to the next stage! If you passed, you can now start working on your thesis/dissertation. Coordinate with your adviser or program chair for guidance.

📢 If your name is not on the passing list, it means you are encouraged to review and improve for future opportunities. Those with conditional ratings should visit the Registrar’s Office for further guidance.

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The PUP Graduate School proudly congratulates 𝓓𝓡. 𝓟𝓗𝓘𝓛𝓘𝓟 𝓟. 𝓔𝓡𝓜𝓘𝓣𝓐, GS Chairperson of the MS in Industrial Engineering and Graduate Diploma in Project Management programs, and Director of the Technology Business Incubation and Development Office, together with 𝓓𝓡. 𝓒𝓗𝓡𝓘𝓢𝓣𝓞𝓟𝓔𝓡 𝓕. 𝓢𝓐𝓢𝓞𝓣, GS Quality Assurance Coordinator, for being part of the prestigious 𝗤𝗦 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 judging community. 🌍📚

Their participation reflects PUP GS’s continuing commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and transformative education on the global stage.

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