Davao del Sur State College (DSSC) held its last regular Monday Convocation for May on May 25, 2026, at the DSSC Gymnasium. Sponsored by the Office of the College Board Secretary (OCBS), the college community gathered for the weekly assembly focused on institutional updates and values formation.
Records and Archives Officer Lurevie D. Pausal delivered the values restoration, with the value focus for the week centered on “Interdependence”. She emphasized the importance of interdependence between colleagues and departments in fostering a more unified and productive workplace. She also addressed the need for collaboration, mutual support, and shared responsibility as essentials in achieving the goals of the institution, encouraging employees to recognize the importance of working harmoniously with others and valuing the contributions of every member of the community.
It was followed by the sharing of updates from the OCBS presented by the College Board Secretary Maritess A. Rulona, MALIT, where she shared the office’s continuing efforts in facilitating board-related processes, documentation, and policy coordination within the institution. She also shared their accomplishment in preparing and maintaining organized records and efficient communication in support of the college’s governance and decision-making processes.
Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Siverlyn M. Camposano also shared updates from her office and discussed the college’s ongoing compliance efforts in preparation for upcoming academic affairs activities and other institutional undertakings, encouraging the community to always be ready for what is to come.
In her message, DSSC President Dr. Augie E. Fuentes congratulated the community on the college ranking as 2nd Among State Colleges in 2026 Scopus Outputs – Global Health Focus (GFH). She also congratulated faculty members who had recently earned their master’s and doctoral degrees, recognizing their efforts in promoting professional growth. She also congratulated the Davao del Sur State College Employees Association (DSSCEA) for the renewal of its Collective Negotiations Agreement (CNA) certificate from the Civil Service Commission Office, while encouraging the community to remain prepared and cooperative for upcoming academic affairs activities and engagements.
By holding regular Monday Convocations, DSSC not only advances its support for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 4 for Quality Education, but also reaffirms its commitment to nurturing a compassionate, responsible, and purpose-driven community. Each convocation inspires collective action and ongoing growth, ensuring DSSC continues to positively impact its stakeholders and society at large.
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