CSITE Celebrates 368 Diploma and Short-Term Program Completers in Consecutive Graduation Rites

The Cordillera State Institute of Technical Education (CSITE) Main Campus, Baguio, celebrated with 110 TESDA scholars who completed their three-year diploma programs during the 2025 Commencement Exercises held at the CSITE Multipurpose Hall, Military Cut-Off, Baguio City, on December 12, 2025. A separate Mass Baccalaureate and Closing Ceremony on December 11 recognized 197 completers from various short-term certificate and NC II programs, including Barista, Driving, Food and Beverage Services, Masonry, Machining, SMAW, and Electrical Installation and Maintenance, underscoring CSITE’s growing role in producing job-ready skilled workers for the region.

The diploma graduates completed four industry-aligned programs: Diploma in Culinary Arts (25), Diploma in Hospitality Supervision (12), Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology (34), and Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology (38). All scholars were beneficiaries of TESDA scholarship programs that supported their full three-year academic and practical training.

With the theme “Pathways to Progress: Strengthening Engineering and Hospitality Excellence through TVET,” the ceremonies highlighted the value of technical-vocational education in preparing graduates for high-demand sectors of the Philippine economy.

Keynote Speaker Mark Jefferson C. Ng encouraged graduates to uphold innovation, professionalism, and adaptability as they enter dynamic hospitality and technical industries. He also reminded them that their TESDA training gives them a strong foundation that can open doors locally and globally and urged them to continue sharpening their skills as they pursue their careers.

Campus Administrator Melita D. Pinic congratulated the graduates and commended their resilience throughout their training. She also acknowledged the hard work of CSITE instructors and reminded the completers to carry the discipline and professionalism they learned as they move into the workforce.

Executive Director Daisy C. Bungallon delivered an empowering message, emphasizing CSITE’s strengthened mandate to shape globally competitive TVET graduates. She highlighted the institute’s expanding diploma offerings, deepening industry partnerships, and CSITE’s leading role in elevating Cordillera’s workforce development. Director Bungallon also urged the graduates to embrace continuous learning and to build careers that reflect excellence, integrity, and service.

Representing Acting Regional Director Glenn Murphy, APD Arlene Cadalig extended a warm congratulatory message, recognizing the dedication of the graduates and the support of their families and trainers. She encouraged them to uphold the values instilled during their training and to carry the TESDA brand of quality and competence as they begin their careers.

Academic Achievers Gwen Mariz C. Balegan (Tourism Sector) and John Ellis O. Panarngon (Engineering Technology Sector) were also honored for their excellence and perseverance.

Meanwhile, CSITE Ifugao held its graduation on December 3, recognizing 61 graduates from various TVET programs including Trainers Methodology I, Masonry NC II, EIM NC II, Driving NC II, SMAW NC I, and Motorcycle or Small Engine Servicing NC II, with the theme “TVET graduates: equipped with 21st century skills through quality TVET programs.”

Across its campuses, CSITE continues to advance regional workforce development through industry-driven programs and expanded access to quality technical education. #