𝗗𝗢𝗿𝗦𝗨 𝗛𝗢𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗘𝗫𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗥 𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

Davao Oriental State University (DOrSU) was recognized by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) through the Excellence in Quality Assurance in Teacher Education (EQUATE) Awards during a ceremony held today, April 2, 2025, at the Manila Hotel in Manila.

This recognition emphasizes DOrSU’s strong adherence to CHED’s quality standards, particularly in program accreditation, and its consistent performance in the Board of Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (BLEPT). Meeting these criteria reflects the university’s dedication to producing highly qualified and skilled educators.

DOrSU is listed among the Top 10% of Teacher Education Institutions in the country with Dual Awards in both Elementary and Secondary Education in the Excellence in Quality Assurance in Teacher Education Awards (EQUATE).

Receiving the awards were DOrSU President Dr. Roy G. Ponce, Dean of the Faculty of Advanced and International Studies Dr. Gemma M. Valdez, and FTEd Dean Dr. Helina Jean P. Dupa.

DOrSU President Dr. Roy G. Ponce expressed gratitude for the award, emphasizing that it is a result of the collective efforts of the university’s faculty, staff, and students. He noted that this achievement not only validates their hard work but also strengthens their commitment to further improving teacher education programs to meet national and global standards. (DOrSU PIO)