ISPSC Internationalization and Networking Office

10/07/2025

Congratulations to all the Region I HEIs, especially Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College (ISPSC), for making it once again!
From 298th to 264th in rank, ISPSC continues to rise and shine among the Global Top 400 Innovative Universities worldwide. Padayon ISPSC!!!

Truly, filled with so much joy... owe it all from your whole support!!!



-ispscizn with Ma'am Tin, Ma'am Belle, Sir Ranec, Sir Christian, contributors, ovprei staff, all the rest...

𝟭𝟲 𝗥𝟭 𝗛𝗘𝗜𝘀 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗪𝗨𝗥𝗜 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝟰𝟬𝟬 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀

The region recorded a 33.33% increase in the number of internationally-ranked higher education institutions in the 2025 World University Rankings for Innovations, with 16 HEIs joining the list of the Global Top 400 Innovative Universities.

The following HEIs entered the ranking:

𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝟒𝟒𝐭𝐡
Urdaneta City University

𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝟖𝟗𝐭𝐡
Mariano Marcos State University

𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝟏𝟕𝟔𝐭𝐡
Lyceum-Northwestern University

𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝟏𝟕𝟖𝐭𝐡
Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University

𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝟏𝟗𝟒𝐭𝐡
Panpacific University

𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝟐𝟏𝟗𝐭𝐡
University of Northern Philippines

𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝟐𝟔𝟒𝐭𝐡
Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College

𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝟐𝟔𝟓𝐭𝐡
WCC Aeronautical and Technological College, Inc.

𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝟐𝟔𝟕𝐭𝐡
Northwestern University, Inc.

𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝟐𝟕𝟔𝐭𝐡
Pangasinan State University

𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝟐𝟖𝟖𝐭𝐡
University of Luzon

𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝟐𝟗𝟎𝐭𝐡
Lorma Colleges

𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝟑𝟔𝟗𝐭𝐡
Philippine College of Science and Technology

𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝟑𝟕𝟎𝐭𝐡
Union Christian College

𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝟑𝟕𝟎𝐭𝐡
Virgen Milagrosa University Foundation, Inc.

𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝟑𝟗𝟖𝐭𝐡
University of Eastern Pangasinan

WURI is a global ranking system that evaluates universities based on their real-world contributions and innovative approaches to higher education.

𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐃 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝟏 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲, 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬!

20/06/2025

𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧’𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗡𝗘𝗥 | A message to the ISPSC Community from President Mario P. Obrero on the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Rankings

I am happy and proud to share that Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College is now part of the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings- a global recognition for schools that contribute to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

This is a big milestone for us. It shows that the work we do- through teaching, research, extension, and community service- is being recognized beyond our borders. I want to personally thank all our faculty, staff, students, and partners for your dedication and hard work. This success is the result of our teamwork, commitment, and love for our college and the communities we serve.

Let us use this recognition as inspiration to aim higher and do even better. I believe in what we can achieve when we continue working together.

19/06/2025

Scholarship Alert for Coconut Farmers and Families! 🎓🌴

Applications are now open for the Scholarship Program for Coconut Farmers and their Families (CoScho) AY 2025-2026!

📅 Deadline: 31 July 2025
📌 Apply online: ched.gov.ph/coscho

The CoScho is open to undergraduate students who are registered in the National Coconut Farmers Registry System (NCFRS)—or their dependents—who will enroll or are currently enrolled in agriculture and related programs identified by the Philippine Coconut Authority.

Don't miss this opportunity! 🌱💼

19/06/2025

19/06/2025

18/06/2025

Taking a glimpse at this young man... once one of the many who were called, but among the few who were chosen...

This is a well-deserved honor and tribute to Jakbean, as one of the virtual exchange students to Universitas PGRI Madiun, Indonesia (UNIPMA). To you dear anak Jakbean, thank you for trusting ISPSC and for making us part of your journey. We’re proud that you once served and were part of the Internationalization and Networking Office's goals. Wishing you continued success in all your future endeavors. This post may come a little late, but it's never too late to recognize and appreciate your contribution.

The same honor and appreciation extend to all ISPSC Graduates of Batch 2025 who took part in the international exchange programs, both inbound and outbound, even if just for short-term opportunities. I may not name you all, but your legacy is well-remembered and recognized.

Now, let ISPSC be known through you. Make your alma mater proud.

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | 𝙀𝙓𝘾𝙀𝙍𝙋𝙏 𝙁𝙍𝙊𝙈 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙑𝘼𝙇𝙀𝘿𝙄𝘾𝙏𝙊𝙍𝙔 𝙎𝙋𝙀𝙀𝘾𝙃
𝙈𝙍. 𝙅𝘼𝙆𝘽𝙀𝘼𝙉 𝙈. 𝙍𝙄𝘾𝘼𝙍𝘿𝙀
𝙈𝙖𝙜𝙣𝙖 𝘾𝙪𝙢 𝙇𝙖𝙪𝙙𝙚 – 𝘽𝙎𝙀𝙙 𝙀𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙝

“…I know the I am not the only one here who already feel pressured by the questions, “What if I fail someday?” or “What kind of future truly awaits me?” That is why I want to remind you: we should not worry. As long as we encourage ourselves, support ourselves, and believe in ourselves, everything will eventually fall into place. But if the stars do not align and life does not go as planned – that is okay. Remember, we learn more from failure than from success. Failures shape us. They strengthen our personality, character, and attitude which we need in order to truly succeed. So, continue to rise - not just for ourselves - but for our families, for our communities, and for the younger versions of us who once doubted their worth. Today, we are living proof that we can - and that we did. Let this not be the peak, but the beginning of greater things. Together, let us go out and write our own kind of history.

Let us be proud of where we came from, and proud of where we are going. Let us be proud of the place where you and I belong – ISPSC soon to be the UIP. Today is not the end - it is just the beginning. There are still things that we don’t know and we need to learn in life. Let us move forward with courage, with heart, and with the fire to make a difference.”

18/06/2025

18/06/2025

Cheers for ISPSC!

18/06/2025

Congratulations, ISPSC... We made it this far!

What a proud moment for all ISPSCians! Our hard work has finally paid off, and it's been truly worth it. A huge thanks to the entire team, everyone's dedication, perseverance, and passion made this milestone possible.

Special thanks to CHED Regional Office I for the unwavering support extended to all HEIs in the region.

To CHED RD, Dr. Christine Nabor Ferrer, former ISPSC OIC President, thank you for encouraging us to take the leap and join the THE Impact Rankings.

To Dr. Annabelle Francisco, former VP for Research, Extension, and Internationalization, your guidance was instrumental in this journey.

Our deep gratitude also goes to the IZN Coordinators, to Dr. Ranec A. Azarias as Research Director, Dr. Christian Cudiamat Gandeza as Extension Director, other key officials, the OVPREI team, and everyone who gave their all to help us reach this achievement, especially considering that this was ISPSC’s first time joining this THE international ranking.

To everyone who worked tirelessly to meet the deadline, thank you so much.

To Cyanne Justin Vega, anak your help in designing and organizing the Google Sites, one of the major requirements for this ranking, was truly invaluable despite the tight schedule given to you days ahead before the closing time.

To those I may not have mentioned by name, (you know who you are), please know that your contributions are deeply appreciated.

And finally, my heartfelt congratulations to our current administration, especially to SUC President III, Dr. Mario Obrero. Thank you, Sir, for your continued support of the Internationalization Office and for propelling ISPSC further into the international arena.

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝗜𝗦𝗣𝗦𝗖 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗱𝗲𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀, 𝘀𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗭𝗲𝗿𝗼 𝗛𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝗹

The Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College (ISPSC) has achieved a significant breakthrough as it joins the prestigious 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings for the first time, marking a bold step in its pursuit of global visibility and sustainable development.

In its maiden participation, ISPSC posted an overall world rank of 1001-1500, joining the roster of top-performing institutions worldwide that demonstrate strong commitment to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Known for its strong agriculture program and community extension services, ISPSC earned its highest placement under SDG 2: Zero Hunger, ranking 601- 800 out of 955 participating institutions.

The institution also placed 801-1000 out of 1,267 institutions under SDG 1: No Poverty, and 1001-1500 out of 1,975 under SDG 4: Quality Education. For SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being, ISPSC ranked 1501+ out of 1,788 institutions, while under SDG 17: Partnership for the Goals, it also landed in the 1501+ bracket out of 2,389.

ISPSC President Dr. Mario P. Obrero emphasized the significance of the college’s inclusion in the rankings, saying, “This recognition signals ISPSC’s growing presence in the global academic community and reflects our collective efforts to advance quality education, research, and public service that truly make an impact.”

He also thanked the Technical Working Group and all ISPSC teaching and non-teaching personnel for their valuable contributions that paved the way for the College’s inclusion in the global rankings. The TWG was composed of Dr. Christine Nabor Ferrer, then Officer-in-Charge, Office of the President; Dr. Annabelle Francisco, former Vice President for Research, Extension, and Internationalization; Dr. Ranec A. Azarias, former Research Director; Dr. Christian Cudiamat Gandeza, former Extension Director; Ms. Maria Ana Ilagan, former Internationalization Director; and the Internationalization (IZN) Coordinators from various campuses.

ISPSC is one of the 13 higher education institutions from Region I included in the 2025 THE Impact Rankings, which evaluated 2,526 universities from 130 countries and regions. The University of Oxford in the United Kingdom led this year’s global list.

The annual rankings are regarded as one of the most comprehensive assessments of universities’ contributions to social and environmental goals. Institutions are evaluated using the enhanced World University Rankings (WUR) 3.0 methodology, which measures performance across five core areas: teaching, research environment, research quality, industry engagement, and international outlook. (𝘑𝘎𝘗)

22/05/2025

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The 𝑷𝒖𝒍𝒔𝒐 𝒏𝒈 𝑹𝒆𝒉𝒊𝒚𝒐𝒏 𝑼𝒏𝒐 is an online visioning exercise by the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development - Regional Office 1 (DEPDev Regional Office I - Ilocos), formerly NEDA-RO1. It only takes 10 minutes of your time to share your dreams, aspirations, and insights for a Resilient, All-Inclusive, Competitive, and Healthy (REACH) Region 1.

The online survey may be accessed through: https://tinyurl.com/DEPDev1-SAVE2025
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The link is open until 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟕, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

Together, let’s build a Region 1 that is prepared, inclusive, competitive, and thriving.

#𝗜𝗦𝗣𝗦𝗖 #𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆𝗢𝗳𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗼𝘀𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 #𝗢𝗻𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀𝗨𝗜𝗣