Wesleyan University-Philippines (WUP) welcomed the Association of Christian Schools, Colleges and Universities Accrediting Council, Inc. (ACSCU-ACI) accreditation team today, October 12, 2026, at the JJD Garcia Auditorium, with accreditors set to assess the university’s academic programs and institutional practices.

The opening program began at 1:30 in the afternoon and brought together university officials, select faculty members, staff, and students as the university welcomed the accreditation team for the evaluation of its graduate and undergraduate programs.

In his welcome remarks, Wilfredo C. Ramos, Vice President for Academic Affairs, described accreditation as an opportunity for the university to assess its accomplishments, identify areas for improvement, and strengthen its commitment to providing quality and transformative education.

He emphasized that accreditation goes beyond compliance with standards, highlighting the university’s responsibility to develop competent professionals and principled individuals committed to serving their communities.

Ramos also underscored the institution’s core values, known as CHASE: Compassion, Harmony, Accountability, Spirituality, and Excellence, which he said should guide its academic practices, institutional decisions, and community service.

Meanwhile, Dr. Eunice D. Mercado of ACSCU-ACI, the overall coordinator, emphasized the service-oriented purpose of the accreditation process.

“We did not come here to be served, but we came here to serve,” Mercado said, underscoring the accreditors’ role in helping the university strengthen its programs and identify opportunities for improvement.

Together with Dr. Mercado were the accrediting team:

Dr. Elvira P. Llantos, (PCU) – BS Criminology and Master in Criminal Justice Education – Faculty, Curriculum and Instruction, Laboratories and Research
Dr. Bernardo B. Tayaban Jr., (LC) – BS Criminology – Physical Plant and Facilities, Student Services, Social Orientation and Community Involvement
Prof. Carmencita G. Mendoza, (PCU) – Master in Public Administration – Faculty, Curriculum and Instruction, Research
Prof. Josefina G. Madrona, (ASI) – Master in Social Work – Faculty, Curriculum and Instruction, Research
Dr. Maria Julita SJ. Sibayan, (AUP) – Master in Hospital Administration – Faculty, Curriculum and Instruction, Research
Prof. Jun L. Tayaben, (AUP) – Student, Resources, Social Orientation and Community Involvement (Graduate Programs)
Dr. Dana Michele R. Castro, (LC) – Library (all programs)

In her closing remarks, Gladys P. Mangiduyos, Vice President for Administration and Planning, expressed gratitude to the accreditation team for dedicating its time and expertise to evaluating the university’s institutional practices and accomplishments.

Mangiduyos highlighted the university’s commitment to authenticity, criticality, and excellence (ACE), emphasizing the importance of presenting the institution honestly, welcoming constructive evaluation, and demonstrating excellence as an ongoing responsibility rather than an effort limited to accreditation.

She also described the visit as an opportunity for the university to recognize both its achievements and the areas it must continue to develop.

Following the opening program, the accreditors were scheduled to tour the campus, followed by an accreditation team briefing at the Graduate School Accreditation Room.

The accreditation visit forms part of the University’s continuing efforts to evaluate its academic programs, strengthen institutional quality, and pursue continuous improvement in delivering higher education.

Article by Emily G. Agumbay (PIO)
Photos by John Carlo S. Dauz (PIO)