Gordon College - Institute of Graduate Studies

October 18, 2025

Together, we look forward to fostering academic excellence, strengthening collaboration, and ensuring continuous improvement in our programs and services. With everyone’s commitment and teamwork, we are confident that this semester will bring meaningful progress, innovation, and success for both our faculty and students.

A productive meeting filled with valuable discussions and ideas was held with the dedicated faculty members of the Institute of Graduate Studies.

Here’s to another term of shared learning, growth, and achievement!

We proudly congratulate Dr. Imelda DP. Soriano, Dean of the Institute of Graduate Studies, on her election as one of the newly appointed Board Members of the Philippine Association of Graduate Education (PAGE) Phils., Inc. for Academic Year 2025–2028.

This event is a recognition of her unwavering dedication to advancing quality graduate education, her proven leadership in the academe, and her strong commitment to service. Her election reflects the trust and confidence of colleagues in her capacity to contribute meaningfully to the vision and mission of PAGE.

May this new role empower you to influence policies, strengthen programs, and open more opportunities for collaboration and innovation in graduate education. We are confident that your dedication and expertise will bring positive impact to the future of higher education.

Once again, congratulations on this well-deserved honor!

Good afternoon, IGS students!

We are inviting everyone who is willing to extend help to those affected by the recent typhoon. If you wish to donate, please proceed to the IGS Office where we are currently gathering donations.

All collected items and contributions will be turned over to the OSWS Office as part of our united effort to support those in need.

Let us come together as one community and make a difference.
Thank you in advance for your kindness and generosity!

The recent typhoon and intensified habagat have left many barangays in Olongapo City flooded and displaced. In response, the Office of Student Welfare and Services (OSWS) and Research Development and Community Extension Services (Gordon College-Rdces) are launching a donation drive to support affected families.

𝙇𝙚𝙩’𝙨 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙤𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧—𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨, 𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙤𝙧𝙜𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙯𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨, 𝙛𝙖𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙮, 𝙖𝙙𝙢𝙞𝙣, 𝙖𝙡𝙪𝙢𝙣𝙞, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙚𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨—𝙩𝙤 𝙪𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙩 𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙘𝙧𝙖𝙙𝙡𝙚 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙛𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙤𝙬 𝙊𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙥𝙚ñ𝙤𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙖 𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙚 𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙧𝙞𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙗𝙖𝙮𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙝𝙖𝙣. 💚

“𝗗𝘂𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗴-𝗮𝘀𝗮: 𝗧𝘂𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝘀𝗮 𝗡𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮” is our shared effort to extend hope and compassion through in-kind or cash donations.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻-𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:
Rice
Canned goods
Noodles
Bottled water
Hygiene kits

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁:
GCash: 0918-935-4007
Account Name: KIMBERLY J. RECITIS
OSWS-CESU Coordinator

Through Duyan ng Pag-asa, we cradle not only the physical needs of our fellow Olongapeños but also their hope, dignity, and strength. 𝙒𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙨𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙙, 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙪𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙩 𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙧𝙚𝙗𝙪𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨.

The CHED Technical Panel for Nursing, Technical Evaluator for Nursing, and Regional Quality Assessment Team (RQAT) conducted onsite validation at Gordon College, Institute of Graduate Studies, last May 29-30, 2025.

The Gordon College welcomed evaluators from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED)—Regional Quality Assessment Team (RQAT) for an on-site validation aimed at securing a Certificate of Program Compliance (COPC) for the Master of Arts in Nursing (MAN) program.

Program Chair for MAN, Dr. Victor C. Quimen Jr., introduced the CHED-RQAT evaluators: Dr. Maria Martina Geraldine Dimalibot, Dr. Al D. Biag, Dr. Mary Ann Gienette D. Medina, and Ms. Niña Jessa Angeli Palaganas.

The evaluators conducted thorough assessments of program administration, faculty credentials, curriculum, student services, facilities, and resources. Their findings and recommendations, discussed in a post-evaluation conference, will guide Gordon College, Institute of Graduate Studies continuing efforts to enhance academic quality.

Preparations were led by Dr. Imelda DP. Soriano, Dean of the Institute of Graduate Studies; Dr. Darwin P. Paguio, Vice President for Academic Affairs; Dr. Narcisa R. Figuerres, Assistant Dean of the Institute of Graduate Studies; and Dr. Victor C. Quimen Jr. Program Chair for MAN, Ms. Joan Joy A. De Vera; Executive Assistant of the Institute of Graduate Studies, Ms. Diana Grace M. Vallar; Executive Assistant of the Academic Affairs Office; and strong support from other college officials and faculty.

Gordon College, Institute of Graduate Studies, conveyed its sincere gratitude to the CHED-RQAT team for their invaluable insights and steadfast support, recognizing the visit as a major step in the institution’s ongoing journey toward academic excellence.

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OUR NEW LICENSED PROFESSIONAL TEACHERS!

Gordon College is very proud to announce that we have surpassed the national passing rates for the Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT) held on March 23, 2025, at both the Elementary and Secondary Levels.

For the Elementary Level, the College attained an overall performance of 83.33%, significantly surpassing the 46.77% National Passing Rate.

For the Secondary Level, the College also achieved an overall performance of 77.01%, exceeding the 62.27% National Passing Rate.

With these achievements, the College extends its sincere gratitude to Dr. Darwin P. Paguio, the Vice President for Academic Affairs and OIC-Dean of the College of Education, Arts and Sciences; Ms. Anna Theresa M. Amarille, CEAS Assistant Dean; all Program Coordinators, Faculty Members, and other stakeholders who made this possible.

The College would also like to extend its gratitude to Hon. Rolen C. Paulino Jr., our City Mayor; Hon. Cristabelle Marie C. Paulino, Committee on Education Chairperson; Dr. Imelda DP. Soriano, College President; City Officials, Board of Trustees, College Officials, Administrative Personnel, and all other stakeholders.

Mabuhay ang Gordon College at ang Olongapo City!

Congratulations to the following IGS students who SUCCESSFULLY PASSED their Proposal and Final Defense last May 16 & 20, 2025.

MR. MANUEL LINDAYAG - MBM
MR. NIGEL SILVESTRE - MBM
MS. CRYSTAL ROSTRATA - MBM
MS. MYCHALE WILLIAMS - MBM
MS. DIANE SARMIENTO - MPA
MS. SHEILA PADILLA - MPA
MR. ROMMEL DELA VEGA - MPA
MR. RYAN ALAMAR - MAN
MS. KRYSTA LY RIVERA- PALENCIA - MBM

Again, Congratulations!!!!!

Congratulations Comprehensive Exam Passers!

The exam was held last March 8 and 15, 2025. Kindy proceed to the IGS Office Room 327 next week Tuesday-Friday for your Thesis Seminar and Writing enrollment. Thank you.

Again, Congratulations!!!!

Gordon College has once again demonstrated unparalleled excellence in nursing education, proudly claiming a spot as a TOP 3 PERFORMING SCHOOL NATIONWIDE with over 100 examinees in the recently concluded Philippine Nursing Licensure Examination held on May 5 and 6, 2025!
We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate the outstanding achievement of our 115 new nurses out of 117 takers, achieving an incredible 98.29% passing rate! Your hard work and dedication shine brightly!
Adding to this momentous success, we are bursting with pride for our TWO EXCEPTIONAL TOPNOTCHERS who both landed in the TOP 9 with 88.20%:
- Martin Jorge Bernal Alcantara
- Loren Mirador Mistica
This achievement is a testament to the dedication of the Academic Affairs Department and College of Allied Health Studies, under the leadership of Dr. Darwin P. Paguio, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dr. Victor C. Quimen Jr., Dean of College of Allied Health Studies (CAHS), Ms. Sheila Marie P. Oconer, CAHS Assistant Dean, Ms. April Joyce Liban-Dela Cruz, Program Coordinator of Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and our exceptional faculty members.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our City Mayor, Hon. Rolen C. Paulino Jr., Committee on Education Chairperson, Hon. Cristabelle Marie C. Paulino, College President, Dr. Imelda DP. Soriano, City Officials, Board of Trustees, College Officials, and all stakeholders for their invaluable support in this momentous achievement. Your unwavering commitment to excellence has made this possible.
Let's show our love and support for our new nurses and the entire CAHS team!

Graduate Studies Academic Convocation

The Institute of Graduate Studies in collaboration with the Office of Institutional Planning, Development, and External Affairs (IPDEA) will conduct a Academic Convocation with a Theme: “Crossing Borders in Graduate Education” on December 7, 2024, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, Saturday via Zoom.

We encourage everyone to take advantage of this learning opportunity and we are confident that this informative session will contribute to all the students and faculty of Institute of Graduate Studies.

Your participation is essential to the success of this event. To confirm your attendance, please complete the registration using the provided Google Form link below:

https://tinyurl.com/IGS-2024

Mode of Payment: (Php. 100.00)
GCash: (09562397368 - Joan Joy A. De Vera)

Deadline of Registration:
Please ensure you register on or before December 6, 2024.

Congratulations to the following IGS students who SUCCESSFULLY PASSED their Proposal Defense today October 22, 2024.

MR. JEREMY PAYUMO - MPA
MR. FRANCIS MANIAGO - MPA
MS. ANGELICA DONASCO - MAN

Again, Congratulations!

September 4, 2024

CHEDROIII RQAT’s preliminary visit for the four (4) programs under the Institute of Graduate Studies (IGS) and onsite validation for the program compliance of Bachelor of Culture and Arts Education (BCAEd) and Bachelor of Physical Education (BPEd).