CHEDRO MIMAROPA Holds a Ceremony for the Distribution of Student Monetary Assistance for Recovery and Transition (SMART) Grant at the Performing Arts Center (PAC), PalawanSU Main Campus on May 20, 2024
One Hundred Thirty-Five (135) students from different colleges and universities here in Palawan received a welcome boost to their academic journeys yesterday as the CHEDRO MIMAROPA held a ceremony for the release of SMART Grant. This program aims to bridge the financial gap for qualified students seeking higher education, and to empower them to focus on their studies and achieve their academic goals.
The CHEDRO MIMAROPA led by Dr. Jimmy G. Catanes, Director IV, with Prof. Edna Imelda F. Legazpi, Director, CHED-OSDS and Focal Person on CHED-GAD; Ms. Abigail T. Limjuco, Administrative Officer III; and Ms. Lesele O. Condeza, Education Supervisor II, joined the ceremony with key officials from PalawanSU headed by Dr. Ramon M. Docto, University President; Dr. Carlos Alfonso C. Salvador, Vice President for Student Affairs and Services; directors from the Student Affairs and Services Division; and Mr. Jose Fernando Escalante, a representative from the Office of the House Speaker Martin Romualdez.
PSU Singers and PSU Sining Palawan Dance Troupe also showcased and delivered their unique talents during the ceremony.
The CHED SMART Grant Program signifies the Commission’s unwavering commitment to ensuring inclusive and accessible quality higher education for all qualified and deserving students.
The ceremony was facilitated by the Institutional Student Programs and Services (ISPS) under the Student Affairs and Services Division, Palawan State University.
