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𝗭𝗣𝗣𝗦𝗨 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬 | Pursuant to Approved-Request Letter Memorandum (ZPPSU-PDMEO-RLM-11-2026), please be informed that Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University (ZPPSU) will implement temporary traffic circulation adjustments and facility relocation activities due to the ongoing construction of the Student Services and Multi-Purpose Building – Phase 1, effective immediately.

𝗭𝗣𝗣𝗦𝗨-𝗕𝗔𝗬𝗢𝗚, 𝗧𝗩𝗜𝗥𝗗 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐍 𝐅𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 | The Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University (ZPPSU) - Bayog officialy received the Fruit and Forest Seedlings from TVI Resource Development (TVIRD) Phils., Inc — Balabag Gold-Silver Project in a meaningful turnover ceremony, held at the ZPPSU-Bayog, Zamboanga Del Sur, May 21, 2026.

These seedlings were then planted within designated areas of the ZPPSU-Bayog as part of its ongoing green campus initiatives.

With the theme, "Planting Today, Growing Tomorrow, Greening Our Future", the event marked a significant collaboration between TVIRD Balabag and ZPPSU-Bayog in promoting environmental stewardship and sustainable development among students and the university community.

This collection action supports SDG 15: Life of Land and 13: Climate Change, for a greener, healthier and more resilient future.

Latin honoree, Ms. Vanessa Kristy J. Castañeda stressed that every journey matters — even the quiet and ordinary ones. Keep believing in yourself, trust the process, and know that every setback is shaping you into who you’re meant to become.

Commission on Higher Education(CHED) Commissioner Dr. Michelle Aguilar-Ong advised the ZPPSU graduates to work hard in silence, say yes to opportunities, and lift others as you rise.

112 Doctorate and Master’s graduates across various fields, and 128 PEC Program completers of Batch 2026 were honored during the 108th Commencement Exercises of the Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University, celebrating perseverance, pride and purpose, held at the Palacio Del Sur on May 19, this year.

FULL STORY 👉 https://zppsu.edu.ph/zppsu-honors-graduate-school-pec-program-completers/

𝐙𝐏𝐏𝐒𝐔 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇 2026 | Thousands of graduates convened for the 108th Commencement Exercises of the Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University held in KCC Mall De Zamboanga recently.

Commissioner of the Commission on Higher Education, Dr. Michelle Aguilar-Ong graced the graduation rites as the keynote speaker, sending her heartfelt congratulations to the graduates, especially those who were the first generation of families, working students, people with disabilities, and solo parents for pouring their hearts and resources to entitle a degree in tertiary education.

Further, Ms. Vanessa Kristy J. Castañeda delivered her valedictory address, honoring the sacrifices made by the students just to reach this far, in spite of the challenges, failures, setbacks, and doubts.

This year’s theme is dubbed “Fostering Academic Excellence and Strengthening Global Education in the Pursuit of a World-Class Collaboration.”

Photo Captured with Charlotte Jane Mendoza

Zamboanga State College of Marine Sciences and Technology President Dr. Roy L. Valesco, as the keynote speaker, emphasized that the graduate degree isn’t a title, it’s a torch and excellence is a collective ascent — rise, and lift others with you.

𝗭𝗣𝗣𝗦𝗨 𝗛𝗢𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗦 𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗗-𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟, 𝗣𝗘𝗖 𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 | A celebration of perseverance, pride, and purpose, marked the 108th Commencement Exercises of Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University (ZPPSU) Graduate School and Professional Education Certification (PEC) Program, held at the Palacio Del Sur, May 19.

Under the inspiring theme, “Fostering Academic Excellence and Strengthening Global Education in the Pursuit of a World-Class Collaboration”, the event highlighted the university’s commitment to producing globally competent leaders equipped to contribute to their respective fields and communities.

Adding inspiration to the celebration was the message of the distinguished Keynote Speaker Dr. Roy L. Valesco, ZSCMST President and ZPPSU alumnus, who emphasized that graduate education lies not in the title earned, but in the service and knowledge shared with others.

The ceremony concluded with the conferment of degrees to the doctoral and masteral graduates, alongside the recognition of the PEC completers, signifying their successful academic journey, marked by excellence, collaboration, and discipline of a polytechnic education.

Senior High School Laboratory – Class Valedictorian Althea R. Caranain, shared her resilience and dedication to finishing her education amidst silent battles, during the recently concluded 108th Commencement Exercises on May 16, this year.

FULL STORY 👉 https://zppsu.edu.ph/we-are-finally-here-because-we-chose-not-to-give-up-shs-caranain-says/

𝐙𝐏𝐏𝐒𝐔 𝐒𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐎𝐑 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐒 | Almost 200 Grade-12 students from the Senior High School Laboratory have officially marched and proclaimed as graduates, during the 108th Commencement Exercises of the Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University at the gymnasium, May 16.

The Class Valedictorian, Ms. Althea R. Caranain, shared an inspirational message, stressing that amidst the silent battles they all carried, they chose not to quit – though it wasn't easy, but they overcame it and have finally made it to the graduation day.

Further, the keynote speaker, Mr. Ceferino J. Rubio, also affirmed that the future of the students isn’t tomorrow — it is now. He also shared the ingredients of success and encouraged the students to be a beacon of hope for the next generation.

The awarding of the students excelled in academic and in curricular endeavors followed, along with the proud parents.

𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 on the recent conduct of the 108th Commencement Exercises of Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University.