PCF-Office of the Vice-President for Academic Affairs

[ADVISORY]

This is to inform ALL FACULTY, STAFF, AND STUDENTS that on August 16, 2026 (Sunday), all morning classes will shift to asynchronous learning, while classes scheduled from 12:00 noon onward are hereby suspended to give way to the Acquaintance Party.

Regular classes will resume on Monday, August 17, 2026, as scheduled.

All concerned faculty members are requested to arrange make-up classes to ensure that all topics, lessons, and learning activities affected by the suspension are properly covered.

Thank you for your attention, understanding, and cooperation.

The Philippine College Foundation, Inc. community proudly extends its warmest congratulations to Mr. Prince Ivan B. Hangcan on the successful completion of his Master in International Hospitality and Tourism Management.

This remarkable academic achievement is a testament to your unwavering dedication, perseverance, discipline, and commitment to continuous professional growth and excellence in the field of Tourism and Hospitality Management. Earning a master’s degree represents not only the culmination of years of rigorous academic work, but also your determination to deepen your knowledge, enhance your professional competencies, and continuously pursue lifelong learning.

Your accomplishment exemplifies the institution’s Vision of producing competent professionals equipped with the knowledge, skills, values, and character responsive to the needs of both the local and global community. As a faculty member, your advanced academic preparation strengthens your capacity to provide relevant, innovative, and meaningful learning experiences that prepare students for the dynamic and highly competitive tourism and hospitality industry.

This milestone also embodies the institution’s Mission of providing educators with opportunities for continuous professional development to keep pace with the ever-evolving demands of education, industry, technology, and professional practice. Through your Master in International Tourism and Hospitality Management, you have further developed your expertise in tourism and hospitality operations, management, leadership, service excellence, and industry practices—competencies that will undoubtedly enrich your instruction and contribute to the development of future tourism and hospitality professionals.

More than an academic credential, this achievement reflects your commitment to excellence, resilience, and professional advancement. Your journey serves as an inspiration to your fellow faculty members and students, demonstrating that meaningful growth is achieved through dedication, perseverance, and the courage to continuously pursue higher standards of professional and academic excellence.

As an educator entrusted with preparing future professionals for a global and rapidly evolving tourism and hospitality industry, your achievement strengthens your ability to inspire, mentor, and empower students. Your enhanced knowledge and expertise will contribute to research, curriculum development, industry engagement, and transformative classroom experiences that promote professionalism, innovation, cultural appreciation, and service excellence.

Congratulations on this well-deserved accomplishment, Mr. Prince Ivan B. Hangcan! Your Philippine College Foundation, Inc. family proudly celebrates this significant milestone and honors your unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, professional excellence, and quality education. May this achievement open doors to greater opportunities and inspire you to continue making a meaningful impact in the lives of your students, colleagues, the tourism and hospitality industry, and the communities you serve.

May your success remind us all that every pursuit of knowledge is an investment in the future, and every achievement gained through perseverance becomes an inspiration to others.

Congratulations, and may you continue to excel, lead, and inspire in the service of education and the tourism and hospitality profession!

The Office of the Vice-President for Academic Affairs presents the Academic Personnel for Academic Year 2026–2027—a distinguished team of academic leaders and academic support personnel united in advancing the Philippine College Foundation, Inc. unwavering commitment to quality education and academic excellence.

Guided by the institution's philosophy, vision, mission, goals, and core values, they foster innovative teaching, research, community extension, accreditation standard, lifelong learning, and continuous quality improvement while delivering learner-centered, service-oriented, and community-responsive academic programs.

Through collaborative leadership, professional integrity, and a steadfast commitment to service, they continue to shape competent, values-driven, and globally competitive graduates, exemplifying the enduring legacy of "The School That Trains for Service."

𝙋𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙜𝙚 𝙁𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙄𝙣𝙘. 𝙀𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙨 𝙋𝘼𝘾𝙐𝘾𝙊𝘼 𝙇𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙡 𝙄 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙡 𝘼𝙘𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙨: 𝘼 𝙈𝙞𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙌𝙪𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮, 𝙀𝙭𝙘𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙎𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙞𝙘𝙚

The Philippine College Foundation, Inc. (PCFI) proudly celebrates another defining milestone in its pursuit of academic excellence as three of its academic programs—the Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEEd), Bachelor of Science in Criminology (BSCrim), and Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA)—have officially been granted Level I Formal Accredited Status by the Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA), Inc.

The accreditation, effective from July 2026 to July 2029, stands as a testament to the institution's unwavering commitment to delivering quality education, continuous improvement, and transformative learning experiences. This prestigious recognition confirms that the programs have satisfactorily met PACUCOA's rigorous standards and are endorsed for certification by the Federation of Accrediting Agencies of the Philippines (FAAP).

This remarkable achievement reflects the collective dedication of the entire PCFI community. It is the result of months of meticulous preparation, comprehensive documentation, program evaluation, and an institutional commitment to excellence that has long defined the institution’s vision and mission.

At the forefront of this success is the visionary leadership and steadfast support of the School President Dr. Charmaine P. Pagonza whose commitment to institutional development continues to inspire innovation, accountability, and excellence across every academic and administrative unit. Equally instrumental are the administrators, whose strategic direction and collaborative leadership ensured that every accreditation requirement was met with precision and integrity.

The achievement also belongs to the faculty members, whose passion for teaching, research, extension, and professional development exemplifies the highest standards of higher education. Their dedication to student success and continuous quality improvement has strengthened the academic foundations of every accredited program.

Behind every accomplishment is the invaluable contribution of the non-teaching staff, whose efficiency, professionalism, and tireless support ensured the seamless preparation of records, facilities, and institutional services throughout the accreditation process.

Most importantly, this recognition honors the students, who remain the heart of the institution. Their academic achievements, active participation, discipline, and commitment to learning reflect the very quality of education that PCFI strives to provide. Their success continues to affirm that the institution is producing graduates equipped with knowledge, skills, values, and character for both local and global communities.

Special commendation is likewise extended to the Quality Assurance Center headed by the Director Mr. Cherel L. Pagonzaga, LPT, PACUCOA Focal Person and the Accreditation Taskforce, whose exceptional leadership, coordination, and unwavering dedication became the driving force behind the successful accreditation journey. Through countless hours of preparation, teamwork, and commitment to institutional excellence, they transformed challenges into opportunities and ensured that every standard of quality assurance was met with distinction.

Receiving Level I Formal Accredited Status is more than an institutional recognition—it is a reaffirmation of Philippine College Foundation, Inc. enduring promise to uphold quality education, foster academic excellence, and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement. It strengthens the institution's resolve to produce competent professionals who embody integrity, innovation, and servant leadership.

As Philippine College Foundation, Inc. continues to move forward, this achievement serves not only as a symbol of excellence but also as a renewed commitment to its enduring mission of training individuals for service. Guided by quality, strengthened by collaboration, and inspired by excellence, PCFI remains steadfast in shaping future professionals who will make meaningful contributions to society.

Indeed, this accreditation is a victory shared by the entire Philippine College Foundation, Inc. family—a celebration of excellence achieved through unity, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to quality education and service.

[ANNOUNCEMENT]

PCFIans, First Semester Academic Calendar August 2026

PCFI Goes Global: Faculty Leaders Make History at International Education Training in China

HANGZHOU, CHINA — A new chapter in the history of Philippine College Foundation, Inc. (PCFI) has begun as the institution proudly sends its first-ever delegation of faculty leaders to participate in the 2026 Philippines UNITVET Advanced IT Vocational and Technical Education Training Program at Zhejiang College of Construction, Hangzhou, China.

The international training program brings together educators and technical-vocational leaders to explore the evolving landscape of education through the lenses of Digital Transformation for Education, Technology Development Education, and Digital Integration. Designed to strengthen institutional innovation and global collaboration, the program equips participants with cutting-edge knowledge, emerging technologies, and transformative strategies that can be translated into meaningful educational practices in their respective institutions.

For PCFI, this milestone extends beyond international travel—it symbolizes the institution's growing commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement. As the first batch of representatives to participate in this prestigious international program, the delegates carry not only the banner of the college but also the aspirations of the entire PCFI community.

Their participation reflects the institution's continuous pursuit of producing educators and academic leaders who are globally competitive while remaining deeply committed to service. Every lecture attended, every collaborative discussion, and every partnership established contributes to a broader vision of strengthening teaching, learning, and institutional development back home.

The training also provides opportunities to exchange best practices with international educators, experience advanced technological applications in education, and build professional networks that may open doors for future institutional collaborations. These experiences are expected to inspire innovative approaches that will benefit students, faculty, and the entire academic community of PCFI.

Anchored on the institution's commitment as "The School That Trains for Service," this international exposure demonstrates that quality education today requires educators who are not only competent in their disciplines but are also prepared to embrace global trends and technological advancement. By investing in faculty development beyond national borders, PCFI continues to strengthen its capacity to deliver future-oriented education.

More importantly, this achievement serves as an inspiration for the next generation of faculty leaders. It sends a powerful message that opportunities for international growth are within reach for those who continuously pursue excellence, professional development, and lifelong learning.

As the delegates immerse themselves in one of China's leading educational environments, the entire PCFI community celebrates this historic first and looks forward to the knowledge, innovations, and partnerships they will bring home. Their journey is not simply about personal achievement—it is about building a stronger institution capable of responding to the demands of an increasingly digital and interconnected world.

Indeed, this is only the beginning. With faith and determination, the Philippine College Foundation, Inc. continues to pray for more doors to open, allowing more faculty leaders to gain global exposure, establish meaningful international partnerships, and bring home valuable insights that will enrich the institution's academic programs and future initiatives.

As PCFI steadily moves toward becoming a truly future-ready institution, each international opportunity becomes another building block toward educational excellence. To every faculty leader, continue learning, continue growing, and continue preparing—for the next opportunity to represent PCFI on the global stage may be yours.

[ANNOUNCEMENT]

PCFIans, First Semester Academic Calendar JULY 2026

The Philippine College Foundation, Inc. community proudly extends its warmest congratulations to the Faculty Member of the General Education Department on the successful completion of the Master in Government Administration – Thesis Pathway.

This remarkable academic achievement is a testament to your unwavering dedication, perseverance, and commitment to professional growth and excellence in higher education. Your pursuit of advanced studies reflects your passion for lifelong learning and your steadfast commitment to enhancing your expertise in governance, public administration, and academic instruction. Successfully completing the Thesis Pathway further demonstrates your dedication to scholarly research and your ability to contribute meaningful insights that advance the discipline and support evidence-based practice.

Your accomplishment exemplifies the institution's Vision of producing competent professionals equipped with the knowledge, skills, values, and character that are responsive to the needs of both the local and global community. As a Faculty Member of the General Education Department, your enhanced expertise strengthens the department's role in providing students with a strong interdisciplinary foundation while fostering critical thinking, civic responsibility, ethical leadership, and an appreciation for effective governance as essential components of nation-building and sustainable development.

This milestone also embodies the institution's Mission of providing educators with opportunities for continuous professional development to keep pace with the ever-evolving landscape of education, public service, and academic research. By earning a Master in Government Administration through the Thesis Pathway, you have deepened your competencies in public policy, organizational leadership, governance, strategic management, and research. Your advanced knowledge empowers you to deliver relevant and transformative instruction, integrate research-based perspectives into the classroom, mentor students with excellence, and contribute to institutional research, curriculum enhancement, and community engagement initiatives.

As an educator entrusted with shaping the intellectual and civic development of future professionals, your achievement serves as an inspiration to your colleagues and students, demonstrating that excellence is achieved through dedication, discipline, and an enduring commitment to lifelong learning. Your success reinforces the vital role of educators in cultivating academic excellence, ethical leadership, social responsibility, and a culture of research that upholds the highest standards of higher education while preparing graduates to become competent, globally competitive, and service-oriented citizens.

Congratulations on this well-deserved accomplishment! Your Philippine College Foundation, Inc. family proudly celebrates your success and honors your unwavering commitment to educational excellence, transformative teaching, scholarly research, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge. May this significant milestone inspire others to embrace lifelong learning as we continue fulfilling our shared mission of developing competent, globally competitive, ethical, and service-oriented professionals who will make meaningful contributions to education, public service, and society.

The Philippine College Foundation, Inc. community proudly extends its warmest congratulations to the Faculty Member of the School of Business and Management – Department of Office Administration on the successful completion of the Master in Business Administration (MBA).

This remarkable academic achievement is a testament to your unwavering dedication, perseverance, and commitment to professional growth and excellence in business and office administration education. Your pursuit of advanced studies reflects your passion for lifelong learning and your steadfast commitment to preparing students with the knowledge, technical competencies, and professional values needed to excel in today's dynamic administrative and corporate environments.

Your accomplishment exemplifies the institution's Vision of producing competent professionals equipped with the knowledge, skills, values, and character that are responsive to the demands of both the local and global community. As a Faculty Member of the School of Business and Management – Department of Office Administration, your enhanced expertise strengthens the department's commitment to developing highly skilled, ethical, and service-oriented office administration professionals who are equipped to meet the evolving demands of modern organizations and contribute meaningfully to organizational success.

This milestone also embodies the institution's Mission of providing educators with opportunities for continuous professional development to keep pace with the rapidly changing landscape of business, technology, and higher education. By earning a Master in Business Administration, you have broadened your competencies in strategic management, organizational leadership, business operations, financial management, and administrative innovation. Your advanced knowledge empowers you to deliver industry-responsive instruction, integrate contemporary business practices into the curriculum, mentor students effectively, and contribute to the continuous enhancement of the Department of Office Administration's academic programs, research initiatives, and extension services.

As an educator entrusted with shaping the next generation of office administration professionals and business practitioners, your achievement serves as an inspiration to your colleagues and students, demonstrating that excellence is achieved through dedication, discipline, and an enduring commitment to lifelong learning. Your success reinforces the vital role of faculty members in fostering academic excellence, professionalism, innovation, and quality instruction that uphold the highest standards of higher education while preparing graduates to become competent, globally competitive, and service-oriented professionals capable of leading and supporting organizations in an increasingly dynamic business environment.

Congratulations on this well-deserved accomplishment! Your Philippine College Foundation, Inc. family proudly celebrates your success and honors your unwavering commitment to educational excellence, transformative teaching, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge. May this significant milestone inspire others to embrace lifelong learning as we continue fulfilling our shared mission of developing competent, globally competitive, ethical, and service-oriented professionals who will make meaningful contributions to business, industry, and society.