The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) MIMAROPA, in partnership with Mindoro State University (MinSU), convened the 2026 1st MIMAROPA Regional Scholarships and Grants Committee (RSGC) Meeting on March 26–27, 2026 at Tamaraw Beach Resort, Puerto Galera, bringing together representatives from State College and Universities (SUCs) across the region to strengthen scholarship implementation and coordination.
The two-day engagement, organized by CHED-UniFAST MIMAROPA, was graced by CHED Regional Director Dr. Edna Imelda F. Legazpi and MinSU President Dr. Enya Marie D. Apostol, who both reaffirmed their commitment to advancing accessible and equitable scholarship programs for learners in MIMAROPA. The activity also served as a platform for institutional collaboration and alignment of scholarship policies among SUCs.
On the first day, Occidental Mindoro State College (OMSC) presented the financial report and evaluation of the 2025 MIMAROPA Regional Student TES Congress, highlighting key insights and recommendations to enhance future initiatives. Participating SUCs also provided updates on the implementation of the Tertiary Education Subsidy (TES) and Tulong Dunong Program (TDP) from Academic Year 2023–2024 to present, including status of disbursement and liquidation.
CHED-UniFAST MIMAROPA likewise shared updates on TES and TDP liquidation processes, along with discussions on proposed direct payment mechanisms through ATM and the Landbank Mobile App to improve efficiency, transparency, and timeliness in the distribution of financial assistance. Plans for the 2026 MIMAROPA Regional Student TES Congress were also presented and deliberated during the session.
On the second day, the meeting expanded its focus beyond program updates with the conduct of a Mental Health and Wellness Workshop facilitated by Dr. Kris Hanley Dalan, Psychologist and Education Supervisor II of CHED MIMAROPA. The session underscored the importance of mental health in sustaining productivity and well-being among scholarship implementers, reinforcing a holistic approach to educational support services.
As the meeting concluded, CHED MIMAROPA and participating SUCs, including MinSU, expressed their support for stronger collaboration to further promote a more inclusive, efficient, and responsive higher education system—ensuring the effective delivery of scholarship benefits while also prioritizing the overall well-being of stakeholders across the MIMAROPA region. (marm)
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