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COM-FSM Leadership Inspects Residential Halls

PALIKIR, Pohnpei — College of Micronesia-FSM (COM-FSM) President & CEO Dr. Theresa Koroivulaono accompanied the new Chairwoman for the Board of Regents Chairwoman, Ms. Lynn Sonden on a recently conducted hands-on inspection of the National Campus Residential Halls.

Acting VPEMSS Loatis Seneres & Maintenance Director Francisco Mendiola and residence halls staff showed the leadership team the facilities, visiting individual rooms to meet the spring semester students as they settled in for the start of classes. Additionally, it was also an opportunity to assess residence hall living conditions and identify any required improvements that prioritize student needs.

During the visit, Dr. Koroivulaono highlighted the college’s proactive approach to facility management “ The college has developed a multi-phase master plan to replace aging furniture and renovate outdated structures within the residential halls,” she stated. “We have already processed orders for new, light metal furniture specifically chosen to withstand Pohnpei’s humid climate and resist termite damage.”

Dr. Koroivulaono expressed optimism regarding the timeline, noting that if current orders arrive as planned, the first phase of the upgrades should be completed by Fall semester of this year.

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Business Office Announcement

Students, please be informed that the Business Office at the National Campus will distribute refund checks on December 29, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, for both CTEC and National Campus students. We kindly request that you verify your Student Information System (SIS) account to confirm whether a Pell award and check have been processed prior to your visit to the National Campus.

Furthermore, please note that all Direct Deposit Refunds will be available on the following dates:

Bank of Guam (BOG): December 24, 2025
Bank of FSM (BOFSM): December 26, 2025

For further inquiries contact: National Campus Business office at Tel. (691)320-2480 Ext. 107

COM-FSM Celebrates 12th Capping and Pinning Ceremony

In an atmosphere filled with both solemnity and celebration, the College of Micronesia-FSM (COM-FSM) held its 12th Capping and Pinning Ceremony on December 16, 2025. The event, hosted at the FSM-China Friendship Sports Center, marked a pivotal milestone for the newest cohort of nursing students as they officially entered the ranks of the healthcare profession.

The ceremony commenced with opening remarks from College President and CEO Dr. Theresa Koroivulaono. Dr. Koroivulaono commended the students for their academic rigor and resilience, emphasizing that the caps and pins they received are not merely accessories, but symbols of the trust the community places in their hands.

Dr. Theresa shared, “Essentially, a pinning ceremony celebrates identity, responsibility, and purpose. It honors the past, marks the present achievement, and signals a commitment to the future—one grounded in compassion, professionalism, and service to others.”

“Your pin signifies a commitment to compassionate care, patient safety, and professional integrity. It reflects the trust society places in you as nurses to care for individuals, families, and communities—often at their most vulnerable moments. This ceremony honors your perseverance, discipline, and resilience to complete training, acknowledging both academic achievement and personal growth. Receiving your pin symbolizes your readiness to uphold the standards, ethics, and responsibilities of professional nursing.” Dr. Theresa added.

The highlight of the afternoon was the keynote address by Dr. Ivan Hedson, a distinguished COM-FSM alumnus and currently a respected General Physician at Pohnpei State Hospital.

Dr. Hedson delivered a personal message, reflecting on his own journey within the COM-FSM Nursing Program. He shared how the foundation he built at the college was instrumental in shaping his dream to pursue a degree in medicine.

His insights served as a beacon of inspiration for the students as they took their solemn oath, committing themselves to the noble profession of nursing and patient care.

While the day was one of achievement, a shadow of loss hung over the auditorium. The COM-FSM community took a touching moment to honor the memory of Tamelyn Johnny, a member of the graduating class who passed away just a few weeks prior to the ceremony.

Her absence was deeply felt by her classmates and instructors alike. The "bitter-sweet" nature of the event served as a reminder of the fragility of life—the very thing these graduates have dedicated their lives to protecting.

The ceremony concluded with closing remarks from the Vice President of Instructional Affairs, Mrs. Delihna Ehmes. She praised the faculty for their dedication and reminded the graduates that they are the future of the Federated States of Micronesia’s healthcare infrastructure.

As the new nurses filed out of the sports center, they carried with them the legacy of those who came before them and the responsibility of serving the health needs of their nation.