Dr. Joram C. Ausente, Dean of the College of Education of the University was formally inducted as Regional Secretary of the Philippine Association for Teachers & Educators (PAFTE), Inc. Region XVIII – Negros Island Region (NIR) during a virtual oathtaking ceremony held on May 27, 2026.
The oathtaking, led by Dr. Rosita L. Navarro, Chair of the Professional Board for Teachers, also marked the formal launch of the first-ever PAFTE regional chapter in the Negros Island Region.
Dr. Ausente is among the pioneer officers who will serve the newly established PAFTE-NIR chapter for the 2026–2028 term.
As Regional Secretary, Dr. Ausente will work alongside fellow officers to strengthen collaboration among teacher education institutions across Negros Island.
The regional board is expected to support coordination, professional engagement, and initiatives that contribute to the continued development of teacher education programs in the region.