Medical-Dental Unit/ISCOF

30/12/2025

𝗜𝗦𝗨𝗙𝗦𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚. 𝗕𝗜𝗥𝗢𝗡 𝗙𝗢𝗥 ₱𝟭𝟱𝗠
𝗙𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗧𝗜𝗪𝗜 𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗨𝗦 𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦
The Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) has expressed its gratitude to Iloilo 4th District Representative Cong. Ferjenel G. Biron for securing ₱15 million in national government funding to support key campus facilities at the ISUFST Main Campus–Tiwi Site in Barangay Tiwi, Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo.

The funding, included in the FY 2026 Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Basic Infrastructure Program under the House General Appropriations Bill, will cover the rehabilitation and completion of the university’s multi-purpose building—now serving as the university library—and additional improvements to the campus sports complex. Of the total amount, ₱10 million is allocated for the repair and completion of the former multi-purpose building, which will be repurposed as instructional rooms for the Bachelor of Science in Maritime Management (BSMarMan) and Bachelor of Science in Ship Management (BSMarMan) programs, and future maritime transportation courses. The remaining ₱5 million will be used for the completion of the sports complex grandstand.

The project was formally communicated to ISUFST through a letter from Eduardo B. Oren, District Engineer of the DPWH Iloilo 2nd District Engineering Office. In the letter addressed to ISUFST President Dr. Nordy D. Siason Jr., EdD, CESO VI, DPWH requested the submission of preliminary requirements, including the project location plan, proof of land ownership, and a school endorsement confirming the university’s responsibility for facility maintenance upon project turnover.

Dr. Siason welcomed the development and underscored the importance of sustained legislative support in strengthening ISUFST’s academic and student-life infrastructure.

“We are deeply thankful to Congressman Biron for his continued confidence in ISUFST and for ensuring that our growing needs as a university are reflected in national infrastructure priorities,” Siason said. “This support directly strengthens our capacity to deliver quality maritime and fisheries education, while also improving spaces that shape student formation, discipline, and well-being.”

He added that the funding builds on a long-standing partnership that has shaped the university’s trajectory.

“Congressman Biron has been instrumental not only in supporting our facilities, but in championing the very universityhood of ISUFST,” Siason said. “From our transition to a state university to our present growth as a globally engaged fisheries institution, his support has helped turn vision into concrete opportunities for our students and communities.”

Improving the library supports ISUFST’s growing maritime programs and helps students prepare for work in the blue economy, in line with SDG 4 and SDG 8. Finishing the sports complex grandstand also strengthens student life by encouraging fitness, discipline, and campus involvement.

Since 1957, ISUFST has grown as the country’s first and only fisheries university, now serving over 8,500 students in five campuses. Its recent CHED awards and global rankings mark years of careful planning, quality education, and service to communities.

With DPWH set to conduct site checks and surveys, ISUFST officials said the university is ready to comply with all requirements to keep the project on track. (Herman Lagon | PAMMCO)

23/12/2025

16/12/2025

11/12/2025

OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
To our partners, friends, and community: please be informed that ISUFST is not conducting, endorsing, or permitting any form of solicitation, whether financial or in-kind. We value your trust, and we want to protect our community from any misuse of the university’s name.
Should you receive any solicitation requests, kindly report them at president@isufst.edu.ph for timely verification and action.

09/12/2025

24/11/2025

Due to the inclement weather caused by Typhoon Verbena, face-to-face classes in all ISUFST campuses are suspended tomorrow, Tuesday, November 25.
* All classes shall be conducted through Alternative Delivery Modalities;
* All faculty with no admin functions shall observe a WFH arrangement; and
* Faculty members with admin functions, staff, and job order personnel are requested to report to their respective offices.
Thank you and stay safe.
Office of the President

24/11/2025

Due to the inclement weather caused by Typhoon Verbena, classes in all ISUFST campuses are suspended starting at 1 p.m. today, November 24. With this,
* all classes shall be conducted through Alternative Delivery Modalities; and
* all faculty, staff, and job order personnel are requested to continue reporting to their respective offices.
Thank you, and stay safe.
Office of the President

19/11/2025

OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
(Link: https://isufst.edu.ph/presidents-corner/ #)

Dear ISUFST community,

In recent days, several schools in Iloilo have faced bomb hoaxes shared through anonymous and malicious posts or messages. These have created fear, halted classes, and caused real worry for students, teachers, parents, and responders. We stand with these schools and pray for their safety.

At ISUFST, we sincerely thank everyone for staying vigilant and responsible. Your quick reporting and care for one another help keep our campus safe. This is a shared responsibility we carry together.

As a university community, we join the rest of Iloilo in saying:
These bomb hoaxes must stop.

False threats are not harmless. They endanger lives, disrupt education, and create trauma—especially among young learners. And while some online users may believe anonymity protects them, social media threats can be traced through cyber warrants, international coordination with Facebook’s servers, digital forensics, and the efforts of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group, NBI, and DOJ.

These actions carry serious legal consequences:
• PD 1727 (Anti–Bomb Threat Law) — Up to 5 years imprisonment
• RA 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act) — Up to 12 years imprisonment
• RA 11479 (Anti-Terrorism Act) — Up to life imprisonment for terrorism-related incidents

We share these facts not to frighten, but to protect our young people and remind everyone that online actions have real-world impact.

To safeguard our campuses and surrounding communities, we encourage everyone to:
• Avoid sharing or amplifying unverified threats
• Report suspicious posts or behaviors immediately
• Stay calm, observant, and supportive of one another
• Speak responsibly online and offline

The Office of the President assures the public that ISUFST is working closely with authorities, partner institutions, and our internal security teams to maintain safety across all campuses.

Padayon sa pagmat-anay kag pag-atipanay.
Together, we keep our community safe.
Together, we stand for peace, responsibility, and genuine care.

DR. NORDY D. SIASON, JR.
University President

08/11/2025

ISUFST WELCOMES DR. MUYONG
AS NEW CHED REGION 6 DIRECTOR
The Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) warmly embraces the appointment of Dr. Raul F. Muyong as the new Director IV of CHED Regional Office VI (CHEDRO VI), effective November 17, 2025, under Special Order No. 125, Series of 2025, signed by CHED Chairperson Dr. Shirley C. Agrupis. His appointment opens a fresh chapter for CHED in Western Visayas, reinforcing its drive for academic excellence, innovation, and collaboration among higher education institutions.

ISUFST President Dr. Nordy D. Siason Jr. extended his congratulations to Dr. Muyong, noting that his long record of academic leadership and public service will further strengthen CHED’s partnerships with higher education institutions (HEIs) in the region.

“We wholeheartedly welcome Dr. Muyong’s appointment. His leadership experience, academic vision, and integrity will surely continue to elevate higher education in Western Visayas,” Siason said.

Before his new assignment, Dr. Muyong served as President of Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT U) from 2015 to 2023, where he introduced reforms in accreditation, research, and internationalization. He also headed CHED’s Office of Institutional Quality Assurance and Governance (OIQAG) prior to his new role as regional director.

Under his new post, Dr. Muyong will oversee CHED’s policy implementation, institutional supervision, and quality assurance programs across Western Visayas. He will also serve as a member of the ISUFST Board of Regents, the university’s highest governing body.

ISUFST expressed optimism that collaboration with CHED will remain strong under Dr. Muyong’s leadership, particularly in initiatives aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) such as SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

“We believe Dr. Muyong’s experience in managing a science and technology university complements ISUFST’s thrust in fisheries, industrial technology, and innovation,” Siason said. “We look forward to continuing our shared pursuit of accessible, inclusive, and transformative education for the region.”

Meanwhile, outgoing CHEDRO VI Director Dr. Raul C. Alvarez Jr., who has been reassigned to head CHEDRO Negros Island Region (NIR), was commended for his steady leadership and commitment to strengthening quality assurance and partnerships across Western Visayas.(PAMMCO)