West Visayas State University (WVSU) has successfully completed its two-day ISO 9001:2015 surveillance audit, with auditors recommending the continued validity of the university’s certification.
The audit, conducted Sept. 15–16, assessed WVSU’s quality management system and gave positive feedback, advising that the certification be maintained.
Lead auditor Dr. Catherine Talao-Sigua, together with auditors John Joseph Denoga, Gwendolyn Red, and Kevin Castillon, spearheaded the evaluation with the support of university officials.
The opening meeting was held at the main campus, followed by site visits to the Lambunao and Janiuay campuses. At Lambunao, Campus Administrator Dr. Cheryll Dawal and unit heads participated in the audit. At Janiuay, Campus Administrator Dr. Guiller P. Pendon, along with deans and officials, facilitated the evaluation of academic programs and support units.
Key officials from the main campus also assisted. Dr. Peter Arnie D. Paris, vice president for administration and finance, and Dr. Alona M. Belarga, director of instruction, supported the Lambunao audit. At Janiuay, Dr. Ma. Asuncion Christine V. Dequilla, vice president for academic affairs; Dr. Greta G. Gabinete, vice president for research, innovation, and extension; and Dr. Elizabeth M. Magallanes, director of quality assurance, joined the activities.
On the second day, the auditors focused on the main campus, reviewing degree programs, offices, and top management. The audit closed with findings and recommendations for improvement.
“The university affirms its commitment to institutional excellence, transparency, and accountability by actively addressing the findings of this year’s ISO audit process, including the observations, opportunities for improvement, and non-conformance,” said Dr. Joselito F. Villaruz, WVSU president.
The auditors issued their final recommendation to maintain certification on Sept. 16.
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