CAF UNDERGOES INSPECTION, MONITORING
by Maribel Matillano
The College of Agriculture and Forestry (CAF) of CAPSU Burias underwent an inspection and monitoring visit on March 26 at Bermejo Hall by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) Team.
The PRC Team, led by Hon. Emma K. Sales, Chairperson of the Professional Regulatory Board (PRB) of Agriculture, Hon. Annabelle S. Sarabia, PRB Member, and Mary Grace Catalan, PRC Iloilo Representative, inspected and monitored the CAF’s performance and compliance with regulatory standards.
Dr. Rodyard B. Madiclum, Campus Administrator, welcomed the team and expressed gratitude for their efforts in assessing the campus's programs.
"You are here not only to evaluate but to guide us here in our program. We will contribute to the betterment of this university, not only as humble Campus but also as individuals who learned how to love this campus and program... Thank you so much for coming to our campus...," Dr. Madiclum said.
Dr. Rossandrew B. Villaruel, Quality Assurance Director, also shared an inspirational message, highlighting the importance of the affair and the technical assistance that the PRC team extends.
"In the exercise of our calling, work and mission with dedication and zeal..., we gave our best each day, especially today, and we will welcome the findings of our partners for the good of the University," Dr. Villaruel said.
Hon. Sales expressed her delight for the warm reception of the monitoring team, and proceeded with orienting the audience of the purpose of the visit.
"We inspect and monitor so that we can see and evaluate... the practice of the agriculture profession... We are here to point out your strengths and improve some more. Of course, we would like also to see your weaknesses so that we can give you tips on how to improve and enhance, especially on the passing of the licensure exam... improve the passing rate of your graduates, " Hon. Sales stated.
The PRC team scrutinized the presented documents, interviewed course facilitators, and reviewed instructional materials to ensure that the curricular contents and delivery are aligned with regulatory board specifications. Among others, they also inspected physical facilities, including laboratories, to assess compliance with infrastructure requirements.
In the afternoon, the team conducted a feedback session, established agreements on compliance timeframes and signed pertinent papers relative to the monitoring.