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BOAC, MARINDUQUE — Marinduque State University (MarSU) has officially reached a significant quality assurance milestone as its Bachelor of Science in Criminology program was granted the Certificate of Program Compliance (COPC) by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED).

The announcement, made earlier today, marks the culmination of rigorous evaluation and quality assurance efforts by the university to align its criminology curriculum with the highest national standards. The COPC is a crucial accreditation that confirms the program meets all the policies, standards, and guidelines set by CHED, ensuring that its graduates are fully eligible for the Criminologist Licensure Examination administered by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC).

A Collective Achievement in Excellence

The university administration, led by University President Prof. Diosdado P. Zulueta, expressed profound pride in this achievement. In a statement, the university attributed the success to the "strong leadership" and "collective commitment" of the academic community.

Key figures recognized for their roles in this achievement include:

Dr. Leodegario M. Jalos, Jr., Vice President for Academic Affairs, for his academic stewardship.
Asso. Prof. Raoul J. Magcamit, head of the Quality Assurance (QA) Office, for leading the rigorous internal audit processes.
Dean Jayceron L. Monteagudo, of the College of Criminal Justice Education (CCJE), for his dedicated guidance and leadership within the college.

Preparing the Next Generation of Professionals

The College of Criminal Justice Education at MarSU has been a cornerstone of the university's mission to produce service-driven professionals. With the official COPC grant, the university is better positioned to prepare competent and ethical criminology professionals who will serve the province and the nation.

"Their collective commitment, together with the hard work of faculty, staff, and students, has ensured that MarSU continues to uphold excellence in higher education," the university stated.

Why COPC Matters for Students

For current and future students of the BS Criminology program, the COPC provides peace of mind and professional security. Graduating from a COPC-compliant program is a prerequisite for taking the board exams and pursuing a career in law enforcement, forensic science, and public safety.

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