Davao del Sur State College (DSSC) held its first Monday convocation for the month of September, at the DSSC Gymnasium on September 7, 2026. Sponsored by the College of Engineering Technology (CET), the event brought together the college community for values restoration, and institutional updates.
Prof. Rhea Mae L. Perito, Program Head of the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, delivered the values restoration. This week’s value focus was “Promotion of the Common Good”. Prof. Perito talked about the importance of considering the welfare of others and the broader community in carrying out one’s responsibilities, while emphasizing the shared responsibility and cooperation in building a supportive college environment.
CET Dean Engr. Eduardo Aquino presented updates from the college, including the introduction of the offices under CET and their respective persons in charge. The presentation provided the college community with an overview of the college’s organizational structure and the personnel responsible for its various functions and services. He also added the status of enrollment for upcoming and on-going students, along with their accomplishments and achievements in practical and pertinent fields.
The convocation also featured the oath-taking of newly hired DSSC personnel, formally welcoming them into their respective positions and responsibilities in the College.
In her message, College President Dr. Augie E. Fuentes recognized CET for their accomplishments and continued contributions to the College. She emphasized the importance of continuing to develop the knowledge and skills of personnel through further pursuing their studies and professional development. She also encouraged CET faculty to pursue opportunities for learning and advancement that can be applied to their respective functions, improve their delivery of services, and contribute to the continued development of the College.
The Monday Convocation reinforces DSSC’s commitment to values formation, institutional communication, and continuous professional development. These efforts support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 on Quality Education and SDG 16 on Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions.
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