City College of Ormoc

IN PHOTOS | June 24, 2026

The City College of Ormoc, through the Research and Extension Office, successfully conducted the seminar-workshop “AI in Higher Education and Orientation on the CCO Research Guidelines and Policy” at the CCO Research and Extension Hub.

The activity brought together full-time faculty members, research instructors and advisers as well as non-teaching personnel to strengthen their understanding of the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in teaching, learning, and research, while also provided an orientation on the provisions of the CCO Research Guidelines and Policy, and the roles and responsibilities of faculty research advisers.

The seminar featured discussions led by Ms. Jhyme Lou O. De la Cerna, Research Ethics Coordinator, and Ms. Francia Marie D. Jose, Research Development and Innovation Coordinator, who shared insights on ethical AI utilization, research governance, and effective research supervision.

Through this initiative, CCO continues to promote innovation, research integrity, academic excellence, and continuous professional development among its faculty members.

In line with the City College of Ormoc's commitment to providing relevant and responsive academic programs, the institution successfully conducted the Stakeholders' Consultation and Curriculum Review for the proposed Bachelor in Human Services program on June 18, 2026, at the Research and Extension Hub.

The consultation was attended by representatives from various offices and industry partners, including the Philippine National Police (PNP), Hope Worldwide Philippines, Save the Children–Ormoc Office, the Department of Education (DepEd) Ormoc City Division, Chuliante Marketing Corporation, the City Youth Development Office (CYDO), the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO), the Home of God's Mercy and Compassion (HGMC), Non-Government Offices (NGOs), LGU-Ormoc, and other partner agencies.

The proposed program is anchored on CHED Memorandum Order No. 33, Series of 2017, which highlights the need to prepare graduates who can effectively respond to the social, developmental, and human service needs of individuals, families, and communities.

IN PHOTOS | June 18, 2026

The second day of the 2026 First-Year Orientation Program was filled with meaningful learning and engaging activities as first-year students participated in the ASPIRE Values Day.

Facilitated by the ASPIRE Volunteers, the activity brought together incoming students from the College's seven academic programs: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Marketing Management (BSBA-MM), Bachelor of Public Administration (BPA), Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW), Bachelor of Science in Office Administration (BSOA), Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (BA Psychology), Bachelor of Arts in Communication (BA Communication), and Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Sciences (BSESS).

Through interactive activities and group discussions, the first-year students explored the ASPIRE Core Values, fostering reflection and a deeper appreciation of the values upheld by the College.

📢 𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗧 𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧

The City College of Ormoc informs all students, faculty, and stakeholders that classes for the First Semester of Academic Year 2026–2027 will officially begin on July 1, 2026.

CCOnians, particularly our incoming first-year students, will be given ample time to rest, recharge, and prepare for the upcoming school year following the completion of the 20-day Bridging Program.

At City College of Ormoc, student welfare is our top priority, and we want to ensure that every learner begins the academic year adequately prepared and supported. During this period, CCO will also continue its preparations to provide the best possible learning environment for all students.

Further announcements regarding class schedules and other enrollment-related matters will be released through our official communication channels.

Let us begin the new academic year with enthusiasm, commitment, and a shared pursuit of excellence. Together, let us make this semester a meaningful and successful one.

See you on campus, CCOnians!

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝, 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭-𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬!

The 2026 First-Year Orientation Program officially commenced on June 17, 2026, at the Ormoc City Superdome. Marking the first day of the three-day event, the venue was filled with excitement as faculty members, staff, and students gathered to welcome the newest members of the CCO community.

The event started with the Mass of the Holy Spirit, presided over by Rev. Msgr. Erlito Maraya. In his homily, he encouraged the students to aim high, soar high, and go deep in their pursuit of knowledge and personal growth. He challenged them to raise their standards of excellence and to allow the administrators and faculty members to help bring out the best in them throughout their academic journey.

Atty. Nolito M. Quilang, OIC-President/College Administrator, officially welcomed the first-year students. In his message, he emphasized CCO’s commitment to providing opportunities for growth and success. He encouraged the students to dream big, take their studies seriously, actively participate in campus life, and strive for excellence as they begin their college journey.

Hon. Edmund Kierulf, Chairperson of the SP Committee on Education and Manpower Development, and Vice-Chairperson Hon. Krizea Caessandra Mercadal also attended the event and delivered inspirational messages, encouraging the first-year students to strive for excellence and remain committed to their goals.

An interactive icebreaker activity, "Connect and Energize," was facilitated by the Program Heads, providing students with an opportunity to showcase their program yell and cheer while fostering the CCO spirit. This was followed by a lively game show led by Mr. Niño Piolo Roto, Coordinator for Student Leadership and Governance, and Ms. Pamela Pagalan, College Librarian.

Following this, students were likewise introduced to the institution's Administrative Cluster and the Academic and Student Affairs and Services Cluster, providing them with a better understanding of the offices and personnel dedicated to supporting their overall college experience.

Ms. Xyza Ocampo, Director for Student Leaders, Publication, and Other Activities, also presented one of the essential student resources through the "Manual Quick-Start," an interactive presentation of the Student Handbook and Library Handbook Essentials. This was followed by presentations from the Guidance Office, Sports Development Program, Health and Services Program, and Culture and Arts Program, highlighting the various services designed to support students' holistic development and success at CCO.

Mr. Roto also recognized the student leaders and volunteers who generously dedicated their time and effort to ensure the success of the event. The program also featured a video presentation showcasing CCO Life, giving the students a glimpse of the vibrant academic, extracurricular, and campus experiences that await them.

The event concluded with the Pledge of a CCOnian, led by Supreme Student Government President Kenneth V. Toñada, formally welcoming the freshmen into the CCO community and encouraging them to uphold the institution's ASPIRE core values.

IN PHOTOS | JUNE 16, 2026

The CCO Management Committee (MANCOM) convened on June 16, 2026, at the Ormoc City Public Library, New Room 3 for its quarterly meeting, aimed to strengthen institutional coordination and address concerns raised by the College’s various offices. The meeting was presided over by OIC-President/College Administrator, Atty. Nolito M. Quilang.

As part of the agenda, participants delivered re-echo presentations on recently attended conferences, seminars, workshops, and benchmarking activities. These presentations served as a platform for sharing valuable insights gained from these engagements, contributing to the College’s continuing pursuit of quality education.

Among the presenters were Ms. Michelle Polido, Student Discipline Coordinator, who shared key learnings and insights gained from the 30th PAPSAS National Conference and Training Workshop. Ms. Francia Marie D. Jose, Research Coordinator, presented the highlights of the Student Research Conference. She also introduced the proposed logo for the Research and Extension Office. In addition, Ms. Angelica Nicole Castro, Admission and College Orientation Program Coordinator, provided updates on the admission for Academic Year 2026–2027.

Ms. Monica Faith Cabiling, Executive Assistant of the Office of the President, representing Atty. Jima Zandra Jimenea-Vergara, CCO Legal Counsel, reported on the virtual benchmarking activity conducted with the Northern Bukidnon State College Board Secretary.

The meeting also provided an opportunity for the different clusters to present updates, discuss concerns, and put forward recommendations. Matters from their respective areas were shared by Dr. Sandra Lynn Baybay, Vice President for Academic Affairs; Ms. Jenny Marx M. Apit, Vice President for Student Affairs and Services; and Mr. Aga C. Galabo, Vice President for Administrative and Financial Services. Representatives from the faculty and student clusters also presented the key concerns and recommendations, with Faculty Association President Mr. Ethelbert Deguit presenting matters on behalf of the faculty, and SSG President Kenneth Toñada conveying matters on behalf of the student body.

The MANCOM Meeting continues to highlight the college’s commitment to cultivating a culture of collaboration and providing opportunities for dialogue and knowledge sharing. These efforts play a vital role in ensuring that institutional initiatives remain responsive and aligned with the needs of the CCO community.

𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘆 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮6–𝟮𝟬𝟮7

𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘨𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘖𝘳𝘮𝘰𝘤 is inviting highly qualified, committed, and values-driven educators to apply for 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 for the upcoming semester 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮6–𝟮𝟬𝟮7.

📝 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗥𝗘𝗤𝗨𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦:
Applicants must submit the following documents:
1. Application Letter
2. Notarized Personal Data Sheet (PDS) and Work Experience Sheet
3. Certificates of Training or Professional Development Program, if any
4. Duly Signed Service Record or Contract of Service, whichever is applicable
5. Scholastic/Academic Records such as, but not limited to:
• Transcript of Records (TOR)
• Diploma
• Certificate of Completion of Graduation or Post-Graduate Units/Degrees
6. Fully Accomplished 𝗖𝗖𝗢-𝗛𝗥𝗠𝗢 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺 via this link:
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𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻:
June 19, 2026

❗ Important Reminder:
Applications with incomplete documents shall 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗯𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱.
This Office highly encourages all interested and qualified applicants and promotes equal employment opportunity to all men and women at all levels of position without discrimination regardless of age, gender, civil status, person with disability (PWD), religion, ethnicity, political affiliation to include members of the indigenous communities and those with diverse sexual orientation gender identity and expression (SOGIE).

The countdown begins now as we will officially welcome the newest faces of CCO soon for our 4th First-Year Orientation (FYO) Program from June 17-19, 2026!

Centered around the theme, "From Freshie to Family: Welcome, CCOnians!" this event marks the first-ever gathering of all our incoming first-year students across our seven (7) promising programs as the newest addition to our growing CCO Family.

Since 2023, CCO's FYO Program has been one of the highlights every new academic year as it brings about new hopes, fresh perspectives, and renewed dreams of our CCOnians.

From June 17-19, exciting activities await, including:

June 17 - Mass of the Holy Spirit and Opening Program/General Orientation (Ormoc City Superdome) | 1:00PM-6:00PM
June 18 - ASPIRE Values Day (Various Venues)
June 19 - Academic Program Immersion (Various Venues)

To help us welcome our , we also encourage our sophomores, juniors, and seniors to grace the event with us and wear their HOUSE SHIRT. We also call on our accredited student organizations to join our activities, especially the Opening Program.

We are very much excited to see you all first on June 17, 2026, wearing your BLUE-COLORED ATTIRE. Gates open at 11:00AM.

See you real soon, newest CCOnians! ASPIRE, CCO!

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𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘶𝘱𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴, 𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘬𝘦𝘦𝘱 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘗𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘊𝘊𝘖 𝘍𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘩𝘮𝘦𝘯'𝘴 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘗𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘎𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘱.

Let us support our student leaders tomorrow as they embark on this very important journey before our FYO program finally happens from June 17-19, 2026.

From a CCOnian's pure heart to yours 💙

Tomorrow, June 15, our student leaders and ASPIRE Volunteers will gather in one place to equip themselves with the right servant leadership skills while embodying the ASPIRE Spirit as frontliners during the 3-day First Year Orientation (FYO) program of the City College of Ormoc.

To our participants, thank you for saying YES to the call of service to the whole studentry. Let us ensure that we are all ! beginning June 17. Let us make things happen!

ASPIRE, CCO! ASPIRE, CCONIAN LEADERS!