The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Chairman and UniFAST Board Head, Hon. Prospero “Popoy” De Vera III, personally distributed Tulong Dunong scholarship grants to qualified students from ISAT U and Iloilo Doctors College on August 30, 2024.
The event, held at ISAT U Miagao campus, was attended by a distinguished group of education officials and local leaders. Hon. Janette Garin, Representative of the 1st District of Iloilo, joined Chairman De Vera in showing support for the scholars. CHED VI Regional Director Raul Alvarez, Jr. was also present, representing the commission’s regional office.
Key figures from the education sector were in attendance, including Dr. Danebeth Narzoles, OIC Supervising Education Program Specialist and Focal Person of the Student Financial Assistance Program (StuFAPs), and Dr. Arnold John Anceno, Education Supervisor II. Their presence underscored the collaborative effort in implementing student financial assistance programs.
The host institution was well-represented by Dr. Gabriel Salistre, Jr., ISAT U President, Dr. Emily Dela Cruz, Director of the Office of Student Affairs and Services, Dr. Ramon N. Emmanuel Jr., Campus Administrator, and Student Regent Angel R. Tibubos Their participation highlighted the university’s commitment to facilitating educational opportunities for its students.
Adding to the event’s significance was the presence of Hon. Mayor Richard Garin of the LGU of Miagao, demonstrating the local government’s support for educational initiatives in the area.
The Tulong Dunong program, part of CHED’s initiatives to support deserving students, aims to provide financial assistance to qualified individuals pursuing higher education.
This visit by Chairman De Vera underscores the government’s commitment to making tertiary education more accessible to Filipino students. The personal distribution of grants by the CHED Chairman highlights the importance placed on education and student welfare by the commission.
The event not only benefited the scholarship recipients but also strengthened the ties between CHED, local government units, and educational institutions in the region.
Photos by: ISAT U Miagao Campus Public Information Office
