14/08/2026
Newly Elected AMSC SSG Officers take Oath Before CHED Commissioner Hon. Michelle Aguilar-Ong
Brgy. Bagoaingud, Ditsa-an Ramain, Lanao del Sur— In a milestone event for student leadership, the newly elected officers of the Adiong Memorial State College (AMSC) Supreme Student Government (SSG) officially took their oath of office on August 13, 2026, at the SLH Building.
The ceremony was personally administered by Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Commissioner Hon. Michelle Aguilar-Ong. The event brought together key educational leaders and delegates, including: Atty. Ryan L. Estevez, President of Universidad de Camarines Norte Dr. Victor Catigbe Cañezo Jr., President of Biliran Province State University (BiPSU) Bai Hasmin Ayunan Ebrahim, Board of Trustees member representing Congressman Jude A. Acidre of the Tingog Partylist Ms. Happy I. Pelayo, Executive Assistant from the Office of CHED Commissioner Ong
The oath-taking formally ushered in the new leadership team—comprising the SSG President, Vice President, and ten SSG Senators—as they officially assume their roles representing the AMSC student body.
This year’s ceremony marked a significant historic shift for AMSC. While previous SSG presidents took their oaths virtually via video conference, this batch became the first group of student officers to be sworn in face-to-face by a CHED Commissioner.
The opportunity arose following a College of Natural Resources and Ssutainability (CNRS) meeting regarding the Certificate of Program Compliance (COPC). Recognizing the moment, Division of Student Affairs (DSA) Director Luis Siddick F. Adiong requested time with Commissioner Ong to allow the incoming officers to take their oath in person.
Though initially nervous about meeting the Commissioner, the student leaders embraced the unique honor. Following the formal swearing-in, Commissioner Ong hosted an open dialogue with the student leaders, focusing on their personal advocacies and vision for the campus.
Drawing from his background as an active Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) member, new SSG President Fahaman Tanggulman Hadji Jamil highlighted his focus on creating platforms for young people to build skills, express their talents, and actively contribute to community development.
On the other hand, new SSG Vice President Mohammad Raiz Sirad introduced his advocacy for campus cleanliness, championing a green and sustainable school environment. In response, Commissioner Ong shared her own experiences with zero-waste initiatives, offering practical strategies on overcoming challenges in waste management ex*****on.
The floor was also opened to address institutional matters and guidance on effective governance. Responding to a question from new SSG Senator Nassief M. Mariga on becoming effective leaders, Commissioner Ong emphasized the principle of servant leadership—reminding the officers that leadership is rooted in service rather than titles.
With regards to sports development & resource allocation, new SSG Senator Omar Pangcoga raised concerns regarding budget limits for AMSC student-athletes. University presidents in attendance offered strategic perspectives, suggesting that during budget constraints, funding should be strategically prioritized toward sports where the institution possesses strong competitive potential and established experience.
Discussions extended to specific concerns across the college's academic offerings, including the BS Agriculture, BS Forestry, and BS Fisheries programs, offering student representatives direct access to national leadership.
The visit concluded with a strong sense of momentum and optimism. Beyond completing a formal administrative process, the event bridged national educational leadership directly with student representatives. The AMSC community expressed its sincere gratitude to Commissioner Ong and the visiting delegation for their time, guidance, and active support of student governance.