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  3. Program Offerings
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Historical Timeline of Northern Iloilo State University (NISU) – Lemery Campus

From 1966 to the Present

By Dr. April Aura Andong Cacho

 

1966 Establishment of Lemery Barrio High School. The institution was established in July with five borrowed teachers from Victorino Salcedo High School in Sara, Iloilo. Mrs. Fortunata Alcantara Indiana supervised its initial operations, with Mr. Albaro Balano serving as assistant principal.
   
1966–1972 Early school administration. Mr. Albaro Balano helped manage the school during its formative years.
   
1972–1974 School leadership under Mr. Zeus Doplayna. He assumed the principalship following Mr. Balano's retirement.
   
1974 Conversion into Lemery Municipal High School. In August, Miss Paciencia Bustillo supervised the school's transition into a municipal high school.
   
1976 Administration under Mrs. Selina D. Villarba. She served as officer-in-charge before her appointment as Principal I was approved.
   
1983 Conversion into Lemery National High School. On June 10, Batas Pambansa Blg. 454 officially converted the institution into a national high school.
   
1988 Appointment of Mr. Wilfredo Andreo. He was appointed principal of Lemery National High School.
   
1991–1993 Administration under Mrs. Araceli T. Habaradas. She assumed school leadership in November 1991. Following her reassignment in November 1993, Mrs. Tessie A. Masongsong was designated officer-in-charge.
   
1994 Conversion into Lemery Polytechnic College. On August 8, Republic Act No. 7787 converted Lemery National High School into Lemery Polytechnic College through the efforts of Congressman Niel D. Tupas Sr. In March, the school had ranked first among national high schools in the Fifth Congressional District of Iloilo and sixth among secondary schools in the province.
   
1995 Introduction of technical-vocational programs. The college received authority to offer Food and Beverage Preparation and Services and Electronic Technology.
   
1997 First technical-vocational graduates. The college graduated its first batch of 25 students from its technical-vocational programs.
   
1998 Introduction of the first bachelor's degree program. The college was authorized to offer Bachelor of Science in Industrial Education, major in Food/Electronic Technology.
   
2000 Integration into Northern Iloilo Polytechnic State College (NIPSC). In November, the college became part of the NIPSC system, strengthening its capacity to offer tertiary education and professional training.
   
2001 Appointment of Mrs. Tessie A. Masongsong. She was appointed College Administrator I on July 20, continuing the institution's development as a college.
   
2002     Licensure examination achievement. The pioneering BS Industrial Education graduates achieved a 64.70% passing rate in the professional licensure examination.
   
2004     Teacher education achievement. The first Bachelor of Secondary Education major in Filipino graduates attained a 72.03% passing rate. The student publication, The Hillside Reflector, was also recognized by the Department of Tourism as a tourism-oriented school paper.
   
2005     Growth of information technology education. Bachelor of Science in Information Technology became the campus's flagship program because of increasing enrollment. Five instructors passed the International Computer Driving Licence examination.
   
2008     First Magna Cum Laude graduate. Quifzyn Dolendo became the campus's first Magna Cum Laude graduate in the BSED Filipino program.
   
2009     Expansion of hospitality education. The college received approval to develop its food and beverage program into Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management.
   
2010     Food-service competency achievement. Students in the food and beverage program achieved a 100% passing rate in the Commercial Cooking NC II assessment. The Kanaway Festival being initiated by Ms. Tessie A, Masongsong was also launched during this period through the collaboration of campus and municipal leadership.
   
2011     National sports achievement. Student-athlete Lea Dagohoy won three gold medals at the National State Colleges and Universities Athletic Association (SCUAA) Meet.
   
2012     Accreditation and research recognition. The BSIT program passed the preliminary accreditation survey of the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP), receiving a rating of 4.0. Dr. April Aura Andong Cacho was recognized as a pioneering national research presenter at the AACCUP 25th National Conference.
   
2013     Establishment of Northern Iloilo State University. Republic Act No. 10597, approved on June 4, converted NIPSC into Northern Iloilo State University, including its Lemery Campus. During this year, Mrs. Tessie A. Masongsong, Prof. Ruby S. Yotoko, and Prof. Jose Chichany C. Cacho collaborated in launching the municipal hymn, Lemery: Banwang Nahamut-an.
   
2014     Recognition during universityhood evaluation. Lemery Campus was recognized for its licensure examination performance, food-processing laboratory, and administration building. Dr. April Aura Andong Cacho chaired the temporary campus management team formed during preparations for the evaluation.
   
2015     Appointment of the first campus administrator. Dr. April Aura Andong Cacho officially assumed the position of Campus Administrator on November 14.
   
2016     Administrative performance achievement. NIPSC Lemery Campus ranked second among the NIPSC campuses in the Performance-Based Bonus ranking with a rating of 97.56% The NIPSC women's softball team earned its first entry to the National SCUAA Meet in Batangas, finishing as bronze medalist under the coaching of Dr. Jose Chichany Cacho
   
2017 Leadership transition and sports achievement. Dr. Eduardo Octavio Jr. assumed the campus administrator position on June 1
   
2019 Change in campus administration. Dr. Eduardo Octavio Jr.'s term ended on August 17, and Miss Portia Tupas Begaso assumed campus leadership on August 18.
   
2022 Continued campus administration. Miss Portia Tupas Begaso served until December 31, completing the period of leadership preceding the next administration.
   
2023 Quality assurance and accreditation. Dr. Lebni T. Bernardino assumed the campus administrator position on January 1. The university's published accreditation information listed BS Information Technology as Level III Re-accredited and Bachelor of Elementary Education as Level II Re-accredited.
   
2024 Change in campus administration. Dr. Lebni T. Bernardino's term ended on July31. Dr. Wilfreda G. Arones assumed the position of Campus Administrator on August 17.
   
2026 Continued production of college graduates and new administration. Dr. Wilfreda G. Arones's term ended on May 31. Dr. Ruby S. Yotoko assumed campus leadership on June 1. On June 10, the campus held its fifth commencement exercises, with 207 graduates: 172 Bachelor of Science in Information Technology graduates and 35 Bachelor of Elementary Education graduates.
 
VISION
 
A globally competitive State University in Asia.
 
 
 
MISSION
 
Human resources development through quality and relevant education, environment-friendly modern technologies and preservation of Filipino values and culture for sustainable and improved quality of life.
 
 
 
GOALS
 

The College shall have the following goals:

  1. Produce human capital imbued with scientific and technological skills endowed with desirable values and work ethics;
  2. Provide quality education in the fields of industry, agriculture, fisheries, technology, sciences, education and other relevant undergraduate and graduate programs;
  3. Establish a university research culture responsive to community and global needs;
  4. Enhance research-based extension programs and transfer of sustainable technologies;
  5. Maximize productivity through efficient and effective resource management; and
  6. Strengthen linkages with local, national and international partner-agencies.
 
 
CORE VALUES
 

C - ommunicative

R - esearch oriented

E - xcellent time manager

A - cademically competent

T - echnically equipped

I - nnovative

V - alues oriented

E - nvironment friendly

 
 
PURPOSES
 

The Northern Iloilo State University has the following purposes:

  1. Provide advanced and higher education and training in the fields of industry, agriculture, fisheries, arts, sciences, education, management, hospitality & tourism, information technology, engineering, criminal justice and services as well as, continuing education;
  2. Promote progressive leadership in research and advanced studies in the fields of industry, agriculture, fisheries, arts, sciences, education, management, hospitality & tourism, information technology, engineering, criminal justice;
  3. Undertake sustainable extension activities for technology transfer and solution of social problems, and;
  4. Enhance its critical role in community development.
 
 
  • Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

A. Basic Program Information

  • Official name of the academic program
    • Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) 
  • Degree/Qualification
    • Bachelor's Degree
  • Program Level
    • Level III Reaccredited
  • College/academic unit offering the program
    • College of Information and Computing Studies
  • Campus where the program is offered
    • NISU Lemery Campus
  • Program Duration
    • May 16, 2025 – May 15, 2029
  • Mode of Delivery
    • Hybrid (FTF, Online)
  • Language(s) of instruction
    • English, Hiligaynon
  • Brief program description
               The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) is a four-year undergraduate program that focuses on the utilization of hardware and software technologies in the planning, installation, customization, operation, management, administration, and maintenance of information technology infrastructure. The program prepares students to provide computing solutions that address organizational needs and equips graduates with the knowledge and skills needed for the selection, development, application, integration, and management of computing technologies within an organization.
 

B. Program Background/History

 

The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) program of NISU Lemery Campus traces its beginnings to the institution's early initiatives in computer education. In 1999, then Lemery Polytechnic College entered into a consortium with Palmares Computer School to offer Computer Programming and Computer Secretarial courses. 

A major development occurred on November 23, 2000, when Lemery Polytechnic College was confirmed integrated with the Northern Iloilo Polytechnic State College (NIPSC) pursuant to CHED Order No. 27, s. 2000. On the same date, the NIPSC Board of Trustees formally recognized the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program of Lemery Polytechnic College through BOT Resolution No. 34-73-2000. 

As the program developed, student enrollment increased significantly. In 2005, NIPSC declared the BSIT program as a flagship program due to the substantial increase in enrollment. During the same year, five instructors successfully passed the International Computer Driving License (ICDL) in Manila. 

The program continued to expand its pathways in computing education. In 2008, the NIPSC Board of Trustees approved the Associate in Computer Technician leading to BSIT through BOT Resolution No. 42, s. 2008. 

The program subsequently obtained a Certificate of Program Compliance (COPC No. 69, s. 2015), which is currently listed by NISU for the BSIT program at Lemery Campus.

C. Program Objectives / Academic Information

NISU BSIT program objectives state that, at completion of the program, graduates should have:

  1. acquired necessary skills in the utilization of software and hardware technologies in the selection, development, application, integration, and management of computing resources within an organization;
  2. been equipped with adequate preparation, practicum programs, field exposures, and related learning experiences to meet future needs in computing;
  3. engaged in research and collaborative work with industry to support practical application of computing technologies;
  4. participated in technology transfer through extension activities intended to improve community life; and
  5. developed teamwork and interpersonal skills, social responsibility, and participation in local, regional, and national development.

Current curriculum / curriculum link

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EwbMeeG0_KLq4-bkXHePdK1iaNcCrn4Z/view?usp=sharing

Specializations / tracks (if applicable)

Web and Mobile Technologies

Career opportunities

Web and Applications Developer

Junior Database Administrator

Systems Administrator

Network Engineer

Junior Information Security Administrator

Systems Integration Personnel

IT Audit Assistant

Technical Support Specialist

Other academic information

BOR approved-Center for Digital Transformation, Automation, and Software Innovation (CDTASI)

 

D. Admission Information

Admission requirements

Applicants to the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology must comply with the admission and enrollment requirements prescribed by Northern Iloilo State University–Lemery Campus through the Office of the Registrar. Requirements for incoming first-year students include the required Senior High School academic record, PSA-issued birth certificate, recent identification photograph, and other admission requirements prescribed by the University. Transferee applicants are required to submit additional transfer credentials and academic records. Admission is subject to the University's current admission policies, screening procedures, and availability of slots.

Application procedures

Applicants shall comply with the admission requirements of NISU Lemery Campus, take the NISU College Admission Test (NCAT), and complete the required admission screening. Qualified applicants shall submit the prescribed credentials to the Office of the Registrar and complete their registration/enrollment through the NISU Lemery Student Information and Accounting System (SIAS), as applicable. https://icloudph.com/nisu-lemery/sias/

Entrance examination / assessment

Applicants are required to undergo the NISU College Admission Test (NCAT) and other admission screening procedures prescribed by the University. NISU identifies the NCAT as part of its admission screening process.

Enrollment requirements

New Student: Original/required copy of Senior High School Form 138/Report Card; PSA Birth Certificate; Certificate of Good Moral Character; recent 2×2 ID picture(s); NCAT/admission result or proof of qualification; and other forms/credentials prescribed by the University.

Transferee: Certificate of Transfer Credentials/Honorable Dismissal, Transcript of Records/Copy of Grades, PSA Birth Certificate, Certificate of Good Moral Character, recent ID picture(s), and other documents required for evaluation and crediting of subjects.

Other relevant admission information

Qualified BSIT applicants are required to undergo a program interview and skills test as part of the program-specific admission screening process.

E. Fees, Scholarships, and Financial Assistance

Applicable fees

Students pay ₱50.00 for the Death Aid Benefit, subject to applicable University policies and guidelines.

Scholarships

BSIT students are covered by the Free Higher Education (Free Tuition) Program pursuant to Republic Act No. 10931, subject to eligibility requirements.

Grants

Qualified students may avail themselves of government and externally funded grants, such as the Tertiary Education Subsidy (TES) and Tulong Dunong Program (TDP), subject to availability of funds and eligibility requirements.

Student financial assistance

AssistanceQualified students may avail themselves of financial assistance programs administered through the University and concerned government agencies, including CHED-UniFAST student financial assistance programs, subject to applicable guidelines and qualification requirements

Other forms of support

The University provides various forms of student support, including the Student Labor Program, guidance and counseling services, health and wellness services, academic advising, library and learning resources, and other student welfare and development services.

F. Faculty Profile

Full Name

Rank / Position

Highest Attainment

Specialization

Certifications

Research Interests

Affiliations

Rene D. Arduo

Associate Professor III

Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Technology

Web, Database Systems

ICDL, CSS NC II

Data Analytics

PSITE, IAENG

Melanie C. Juanola

Asst. Professor IV

MAT-ICT

Computer Literacy

ICDL

Web Ded

PSITE

Carlo A. Intila

Associate Professor III

Doctor of Information Technology

Web Dev, DBMS, IT Security

 

Web - AI

PSITE

Reylan B. Vili

Asst. Professor I

Master in Information Technology

Data Struct, Web Dev

 

Web- AI

PSITE

Elvie Cabanlit

Asst. Professor III

Master in Engineering

Arduino, Graphics Design, AI Animation and Networking

 

AI, Educational Technology

QMS Auditor

Nestor Jr. T. Suerte

Asst. Professor I

Master in Information Technology

Web/Mobile, AI Dev

MTCNA, CSS NC II

AI, IOT

PSITE

John Remar Demafiles

Instructor I

BSIT

Networking, Web Dev

MTCNA, MTCUME, MTCRE

AI, Security, Data Analytics

PSITE

Jhairyn Sobrevega

Asst. Professor IV

Master in Information Technology

Web, IOT

CSS NC II

AI, Data Analytics

PSITE

Ralf Jangit

Asst. Professor I

Master of Science in Computer Science

Machine Learning

NCII – CB-NIAT

Machine Learning

PSITE, NIAT

Kaith Ann Marie Delfin

Asst. Professor III

Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Technology

Programming, AI

 

AI, Machine Learning

 

Ana Mie Sobrevega

Instructor III

Master in Information Technology

Computer Literacy

CSS NC II, MTCNA, MTCRE, MTCUME

AI, Data Analytics

PSITE

Joy Tuburan

Asst. Professor IV

MAT Computer Science

 

CSS NC II, MTCNA, MTCRE, MTCUME

AI, Data Analytics

 

Ronnel Dignosanto

Asst. Professor III

Master in Information Technology

IOT, Embedded Systems, Web Dev

 

AI, IOT, IT Security

 

G. Research and Innovation

Research areas / priority themes

Information and Communication Technology; Software and Web Application Development; Information Systems; Cybersecurity and Cryptography; Data Analytics; Educational Technology; Internet of Things and Smart Systems; Artificial Intelligence and Geospatial Applications; Disaster Risk Reduction and Early-Warning Technologies; Digital Transformation and Process Automation.

Research projects

Autonomous BAHA Information Risk Reduction Warning System – Nepthalie Apil and Nestor Jr. Suerte, GAA-funded, ₱147,360; Effectiveness and Efficiency of Accreditation Apps for Organizing and Segregation of Documents – April Aura Cacho, Nestor Jr. Suerte, Rene Arduo, and Jose Chichany Cacho, GAA-funded, ₱129,420; Development of Web-based E-Grocery Store – Melanie Juanola, Reylan Vili, Nestor Jr. Suerte, Carlo Intila, and Jhairyn Sobrevega, internally generated funding, ₱29,362; Work from Home Approach of Northern Iloilo State University – Elvie Cabanlit, GAA-funded, ₱53,000.

Publications

Design and Development of Faculty Evaluation Software for Teaching Effectiveness for SUCs – Rene D. Arduo & Felicisimo V. Wenceslao Jr., Business, Education, Social Sciences, and Technology, Vol. 1 No. 2, 2025, DOI 10.69478/BEST2025v1n2a010; Document Organizer Apps (DOApps): An Innovative Processing System of the Accreditation Documents – Rene D. Arduo, Nestor T. Suerte, April Aura A. Cacho & Angie C. Labos, Sarcouncil Journal of Engineering and Computer Sciences, 2022; A Study of Public Key 'e' in RSA Algorithm – Carlo A. Intila, Bobby D. Gerardo & Ruji P. Medina, IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, Vol. 482, 2019, DOI 10.1088/1757-899X/482/1/012016; Modified Key Generation in RSA Algorithm – Carlo A. Intila, Bobby D. Gerardo & Ruji P. Medina, International Journal of Recent Technology and Engineering, Vol. 8(2), pp. 5311–5315, 2019, DOI 10.35940/ijrte.B1012.078219.

Innovations / inventions

 

Patents / intellectual property

 

#

Title

Author(s)

IPOPHL Registration

Date

1

NISU Lemery Automated Barangay Information Management System

Nestor Jr. T. Suerte

2023-01373-N

Apr. 17, 2023

2

Faculty Evaluation Software for Teaching Effectiveness

Rene Dollete Arduo

2026-02273-N

Apr. 8, 2026

3

Campus Electronic Login Logout System (CELLS)

Rene Dollete Arduo; Nestor Tingson Suerte, Jr.

2026-02332-N

Apr. 13, 2026

4

NISU LC Accreditation App

Nestor Jr. Tingson Suerte

2026-02718-N

Apr. 23, 2026

5

NISU LC Cultural Office Automated Rental and Borrowing System

Nestor Jr. Tingson Suerte

2026-02716-N

Apr. 23, 2026

6

NISU LC Local Knowledge Hub

Nestor Jr. Tingson Suerte; Jhairyn Dayagdal Sobrevega

2026-02714-N

Apr. 23, 2026

7

Sacred Record Management System

Jhairyn Dayagdal Sobrevega

2026-02712-N

Apr. 23, 2026

8

PawfectCare: Vetcare Management System

Jhairyn Dayagdal Sobrevega

2026-02710-N

Apr. 23, 2026

9

GEOAI: Flood Monitoring Dashboard

Jhairyn Dayagdal Sobrevega

2026-02708-N

Apr. 23, 2026

10

Farmer and Crop Management System

Jhairyn Dayagdal Sobrevega; Nestor Jr. Tingson Suerte

2026-02706-N

Apr. 23, 2026

11

OJT Timesheet Monitoring System

Carlo Amistoso Intila

2026-03085-N

May 5, 2026

12

Mobile Automated Alarm Schedule Notifier of NISU Lemery Campus

Carlo Amistoso Intila

2026-03083-N

May 5, 2026

13

Web-Based E-Grocery Store

Melanie Chin Juanola

2026-03081-N

May 5, 2026

14

An Enhanced Client Feedback Form

Carlo Amistoso Intila; April Aura Andong Cacho

2026-03079-N

May 5, 2026

15

NISU Lemery Entrance and Exit Vehicle Monitoring System with RFID

Rene Dollete Arduo

2026-03266-N

May 6, 2026

16

Generic Municipal Library Online Registration and Attendance Monitoring System

Rene Dollete Arduo

2026-03262-N

May 6, 2026

 

 

Research presentations

 

Arduo, Rene D. “Design and Development of Faculty Evaluation Software for Teaching Effectiveness for SUCs.” Research presented at the International Conference on Business, Education, Social Sciences, and Technology (BEST 2025), Boracay, Malay, Aklan, Philippines, 2025.

Intila, Carlo A. “A Naive-Bayes Decision-Making Framework for Selecting Cryptographic Algorithms.” Paper presented at the International Conference on Technology, Social Science, Business, Agriculture and Fisheries (ICTSBAF 2025), themed “Innovation and Collaboration for Sustainable Development,” PSU Golden Lion Hotel, Lingayen, Pangasinan, Philippines, November 24–25, 2025.

Research awards / recognitions

 

H. Industry and Community Engagement

Industry partners

 

Internship / OJT / practicum arrangements

BSIT students undergo the required On-the-Job Training (OJT)/Internship with partner government agencies, private companies, ICT service providers, and other approved host training establishments. Internship arrangements are covered by appropriate agreements and coordinated and monitored by the University

 

Professional partnerships

The program participates in professional development activities and establishes linkages with relevant ICT professional organizations, industry practitioners, trainers, and resource persons for seminars, workshops, training, conferences, and other professional activities.

Community engagement / extension activities

The BSIT Program participates in University and campus extension activities that utilize ICT knowledge and skills for community development. These include digital literacy and computer skills training, ICT technical assistance, computer troubleshooting and maintenance, information systems development, and other technology-related extension services for partner communities and organizations

Institutional partnerships

INSTIKI - https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/15mhSTsuLSZxgITRV0BcN1ySvL1ARRkRO?usp=sharing

Other external linkages

Other external linkages include collaboration with Local Government Units (LGUs), DepEd schools, national government agencies, private organizations, alumni, and other stakeholders for training, seminars, technical assistance, community outreach, student development, research, and employment-related activities.

I. Facilities and Learning Resources

Computer laboratories

The BSIT Program has six (6) computer laboratories, with computer units, internet connectivity, networking facilities, and peripherals used for programming, database, networking, systems administration, web development, and other IT laboratory activities.

Specialized facilities

 

Classrooms

The program has classrooms equipped with appropriate instructional facilities such as multimedia TV to support lectures, discussions, presentations, examinations, and technology-assisted teaching and learning activities.

Equipment

Available equipment includes desktop computers, laptops, projectors/display devices, printers, networking devices, routers, switches, access points, cables, computer hardware components, and other ICT peripherals and laboratory equipment.

Library / learning resources

Students have access to the NISU Lemery Campus Library, which provides books, references, electronic resources, internet access, and other learning materials relevant to Information Technology and general education courses

Specialized software / technology

The computer laboratories provide software and technologies used in the BSIT curriculum, including programming and development tools, database management systems, web development tools, network simulation software, productivity applications, virtualization tools, learning management systems, and other open-source and licensed software required by specific courses

Other facilities supporting BSIT

Other facilities supporting the BSIT Program include campus internet/Wi-Fi connectivity, multimedia and audiovisual facilities, library facilities, student activity areas, faculty offices, guidance and student services facilities, and other shared University facilities that support instruction, research, extension, and student development

J. Student Development and Activities

Student organizations

The Society of Computer Technology (SCT) serves as the recognized student organization of the BSIT Program. It organizes and coordinates academic, technical, social, leadership, sports, cultural, and other student development activities where BSIT students are encouraged to participate. Students may also join other recognized campus-wide organizations based on their interests and qualifications.

Student competitions

BSIT students participate in various ICT-related, academic, research, innovation, sports, cultural, and skills competitions conducted within and outside the University. The SCT also facilitates and encourages student participation in appropriate competitions and activities

Conferences / seminars

BSIT students participated in AI Fest 2025, held at the Iloilo Convention Center, Mandurriao, Iloilo City, which provided exposure to artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, innovation, and responsible AI applications.

The BSIT Program, through the Society of Computer Technology (SCT), also conducted an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Seminar at NISU Lemery Campus in 2025 to enhance students' knowledge and awareness of AI technologies and their applications in the field of Information Technology.

 

Student research / innovation

BSIT students undertake capstone projects, systems development projects, and technology-based innovations addressing identified needs of the University, communities, government agencies, and other stakeholders. Student outputs include web-based, mobile, information systems, IoT, and emerging technology applications.

Community engagement

BSIT students, through the Society of Computer Technology (SCT) and program extension activities, participate in community outreach, ICT-related technical assistance, digital literacy and computer skills activities, and other University and campus community engagement programs

Awards / achievements

BSIT students receive recognition for their accomplishments in academic, research and innovation, ICT-related, leadership, sports, cultural, and other University and external competitions and activities

Other relevant activities

Through the Society of Computer Technology (SCT), BSIT students participate in Technology Day and other program activities, intramurals, leadership and team-building activities, University and campus celebrations, social and cultural activities, career development programs, and other co-curricular and extracurricular activities that support their holistic development.

K. Accreditation, Recognition, and Professional Outcomes

Accreditation status

Level III Re-Accredited

CHED recognition / authority

COPC No. 69, s. 2015

Professional certifications

ISO Certified.

Licensure examination information

Not applicable / _____________________________________

Other recognition

 

L. Program Statistics

Current student enrollment

Year Level         Population        Percentage

Freshmen          302                    33.67%

Sophomores     167                    18.62%

Juniors              230                   25.64%

Seniors              198                   22.07%

Total                  897                  100.00%

Number of graduates

2026 graduating class: 172 BSIT graduates

Graduation rate

172/198 = 87%

Graduate employment outcomes

Based on the available graduate tracer data, the BSIT Batch 2024 recorded a 51% employment rate as of September 2026.

Faculty-student ratio

The BSIT Program has 897 students and 13 core faculty members, equivalent to a faculty-student ratio of 1:69.

Other academic indicators

The program continuously monitors relevant academic indicators, including student retention, graduation, graduate employability, student research and innovation, and participation in academic and professional development activities.

M. Contact Information

Program Chair / Coordinator

Rene D. Arduo, PhD

Designation

BSIT Program Chair

College / academic unit

College of Information and Computing Studies

Campus

NISU Lemery Campus

Official NISU email

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Messenger: Rene Arduo

Official contact number

 

Office location

Poblacion Southeast Zone, Lemery, Iloilo

Official application / admission link

https://icloudph.com/nisu-lemery/sias/

N. Required Supporting Materials Checklist

☐ Updated program photographs

☐ Faculty photographs and validated profiles

☐ Approved curriculum / curriculum link

BSIT Curriculum: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EwbMeeG0_KLq4bkXHePdK1iaNcCrn4Z/view?usp=sharing  

☐ Accreditation / COPC supporting documents –

Accreditation: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aARDdhCQ7djiJsyG7TbDZB3Yjfx9VWiD/view?usp=sharing

COPC: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1K28h6tMdytITaesUzjnwklhSsWzsc3Ko/view?usp=sharing

☐ Validated enrollment and graduate statistics -

☐ Research/publication evidence -     

  1. Design and Development of Faculty Evaluation Software for Teaching Effectiveness for SUCs
    Rene D. Arduo & Felicisimo V. Wenceslao, Jr.
    DOI:
    10.69478/BEST2025v1n2a010
    Published in Business, Education, Social Sciences, and Technology, Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025), BEST 2025 Proceedings.
    innocon.innotcs.org

2.    Document Organizer Apps (DOApps): An Innovative Processing System of the Accreditation Documents
Rene D. Arduo, et al.
DOI:
10.5281/zenodo.7153518

3.    A Study of Public Key ‘e’ in RSA Algorithm
Carlo A. Intila, Bobby D. Gerardo & Ruji P. Medina
DOI:
10.1088/1757-899X/482/1/012016
Published in IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, Vol. 482, 012016 (2019).

4.    Modified Key Generation in RSA Algorithm
Carlo A. Intila, Bobby D. Gerardo & Ruji P. Medina
DOI:
10.35940/ijrte.B1012.078219
Published in International Journal of Recent Technology and Engineering (IJRTE), Vol. 8, Issue 2, pp. 5311–5315 (2019).

☐ Copyrights: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CWdE1dAbWpm5yrK_F9W5iePqkE3VZT19

☐ Industry/OJT partnership documents or links

☐ Student activity and achievement evidence

2025 - https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1IzMir6jZMLspU4-uX_2f-GMSaqhk4061?usp=sharing

2026 - https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1djjeLrysR89S63-IfjHMJTJdaIO-5jEk?usp=sharing

Official Society of Computer Technology Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093300458139

☐ Facilities/laboratory photographs

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1B6K1aDxIBudyEEzKU7pj_fUlQuabFy6a?usp=sharing

Prepared/Validated by: RENE D. ARDUO, PhD
BSIT Program Chair
Date: ____________________


  • Bachelor of Elementary Education
 
WILFREDA G. ARONES, Ph.D.
Associate Professor V
Campus Administrator
 
Program: BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Core Faculty
           
RENE D. ARDUO, MIT
Associate Professor IV
MELANIE JUANOLA, MAT ICT
Associate Professor I
CARLO A. INTILA, DIT
Instructor III
REYLAN B. VILI, MIT
Instructor III
ELVIE CABANLIT, M.Eng.
Instructor III
NESTOR JR. T. SUERTE, MIT
Instructor III
           
JHAIRYN D. SOBREVEGA, MIT
Instructor I
JOHN REMAR DEMAFILES, BSIT
Instructor I
       
           
GENERAL EDUCATION
           
NEPTHALIE A. APIL, DPA
Associate Professor II
JOSE CHICHANY C. CACHO, Ed.D. (ELT)
Associate Professor V
RELAND V. DE JESUS, MBM
Associate Professor I
ELMA M. PADIOS, MBM
Assistant Professor IV
DEXTER L. CASTIGADOR, PHD MILE
Associate Professor III
ALEXIZ JANE L. BLANCAVER, MAT English
Instructor I
           
           
Program: BACHELOR OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
Core Faculty
           
JIEAR A. SISON, MSIEd
Instructor III
JUNIE B. BIASON, MAEd
Instructor I
       
           
GENERAL EDUCATION
           
ANA MARIA V. APIL, DPA
Associate Professor IV
MELANIE M. ORPEZA, MAEd
Associate Professor I
NANCY I. ALMENANA, MAEd
Associate Professor II
ELMO P. ADOR, Ed.D.
Associate Professor II
NARRA P. LISTANO, MAEd
Assistant Professor IV
APRIL AURA A. CACHO, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor IV
           
QUIFZYN D. PASAPORTE, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor II
JENNY B. TOLEDO, MAT
Assistant Professor IV
ANGIE C. LABOS, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor II
REISHAN P. TERUEL JR., Ph.D.
Instructor III
ELSA Z. BARNIZA, MAEd
Assistant Professor II
JOEVEN D. ABALAYAN, MAT
Instructor III
           
ELVIE CELESTIAL, Ed.D.
Associate Professor III
         
           
           
STAFF
           
APUNDAR, JAYSON D.
Admin. Officer II / HRMO I
AQUINO, JANNAH JESSA D.
Nurse II
ARBAN, JORDEL O.
Admin. Officer IV / HRMO II
ARBAN, JOYSA MAE O.
Admin. Assistant II
ASIDOY, RONALD
Security Guard
ATACADOR, MARIA CRISTINA B.
Admin. Officer III / Procurement
           
AYORE, ROLLY A.
Watchman I
BACONAJE JR. ENMOR B.
Accountant II
BALO, HANELYN C.
Admin. Officer I / Records Officer
BASUG, LESTER A.
Security Guard I
BIERNEZA, IRESH MAE B.
Admin. Aide VI
CABROBIAS, FREDO L.
Admin. Aide VI / Electrician II
           
COLANGGAN, ALEJO A.
Admin. Aide I
CUBLAN, JOSIRYL L.
College Librarian I
DE MAYO, KIMBERLY E.
Admin. Aide VI
FERNANDEZ, KENNIE ANN L.
Registrar III
MONCERA, AILEEN N.
Admin. Officer III / Cashier II
PANES, EFRYL ROSE A.
Admin. Assistant II / Budgeting Asst.
           
PARCIA, PACIFICO III C.
Admin. Assistant III / Bookkeeper
PENIERO, BEN B.
Admin. Assistant I / Secretary I
SEPANTON, JEPCEY MAE A.
Admin. Assistant II / Prop. Custodian
SEPANTON, RODEL P.
Administrative Officer V
TORRICO, ALFREDO A.
Admin. Aide IV / Driver II
UY, JANICE MAY C.
Admin. Officer IV / Budget Officer
 
 
 
     
 
 
 
     
CONTRACT OF SERVICE
 
 
 
     
APUNDAR, EDWARD C.
Security Guard -JO
BANDIEZ, RONEL A.
Utility - JO
BEROL, ENIE
Utility - JO
ELISARDE. RECHEM
Utility - JO
FUENTES JR., HERMINIGILDO S.
Security Guard - JO
GUSTILO, CLAUDINE C.
IT Instructor - JO
 
 
 
     
MAHANLUD, MARVELOU B.
Office Staff - JO
PANES, MARY GRACE C.
IT Instructor - JO
TORBOLENTO, RITCHIE D.
Security Guard - JO