Commission on High Education

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Regional Office I employees joined their counterparts from other regional and central offices to celebrate the 31st CHED Founding Anniversary and the 5th National Higher Education Day at the Luxent Hotel, Quezon City, from May 13 to May 15, 2025. The theme “Higher Heights in Higher Education,” featured a series of engaging activities over three days. The first day honored long-serving employees with Government Service Loyalty Awards. Among the awardees were Ms. Evelyn Adquilen, Administrative Officer III (35 years of service), and Ms. Catherine Chan Education Supervisor II (30 years of service). Also, the CHED employees who finished their master’s or doctorate degree under the Human Resource and Development Scholarship received recognition. Finally, CHED recognized higher education institutions (HEIs) granted autonomous status, including Lyceum-Northwestern University. The second day focused on the Resiliency and Excellence for Administrative Personnel (REAP) Program, a joint initiative of AFMS and HEDF and the OPSD Convergence. The discussions addressed key operational issues, alongside motivational talks to inspire CHED personnel. The final day was for the CEHD Family Day, featuring the oath-taking ceremony for the new CHED Employees Association (CHEDEA) officers, the Mr. and Ms. CHED competition, and a singing contest. Parallel activities included Zumba sessions and a pickleball tournament. Dr. Christine Nabor-Ferrer, Director IV, said that the celebration highlighted CHED’s commitment to excellence, employee welfare, and the advancement of higher education in the Philippines.