Guimaras State University (GSU) hosted representatives from West Visayas State University (WVSU)–Janiuay Campus on October 28, 2026, for a benchmarking visit focused on the University’s quality assurance mechanisms and Bachelor of Industrial Technology (BIT) Program, particularly its Level IV Phase II re-accredited status.
The activity provided a venue for exchanging institutional practices, examining accreditation procedures, and discussing strategies for meeting quality standards in higher education.
Dr. Methusela C. Perrocha, Director of the GSU Quality Assurance (QA) Office, welcomed the delegation led by Dr. Marie Rosette L. Cainday, Academic Affairs Director, and Asst. Prof. Romelyn B. Lam, Quality Assurance Coordinator, alongside faculty members from the School of Industrial Technology.
During the visit, the QA Office presented its quality assurance processes, established practices, and preparations for the Level IV Phase II accreditation survey visit. Engr. Conrado S. Calumpita, Dean of the College of Engineering and Industrial Technology (CEIT), and Associate Dean Prof. Michael M. Occeña shared their experiences in accreditation preparation and implementation. They also furnished the visiting delegation with relevant accreditation documents for reference and review.
The benchmarking visit reinforced the role of inter-institutional cooperation in refining quality assurance systems, exchanging tested approaches, and sustaining academic standards. By sharing institutional knowledge and accreditation experiences, GSU and WVSU–Janiuay Campus advanced their common pursuit of continuous improvement and quality education.
