The Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA) conducted an accreditation visit to the Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy ( BSPh) and Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology (BSRT) programs of Wesleyan University-Philippines (WUP) on November 9–10, 2026, as part of their application for Level 1 accreditation status.The accreditation team was composed of Dr. Charisse Vedaña, Chairperson, Dr. Mary Jane Molina, and Prof. Mark Anthony Torio, who evaluated the BSRT and BSPh, respectively, based on the key academic and operational areas, including faculty qualifications, curriculum, and laboratory facilities.
During the visit, the accreditors reviewed program documents and engaged with the University officials and faculty members to assess existing practices and identify areas for improvement.
Kay Ann Tongol, Dean of the College of Allied Medical Sciences, emphasized that the goal of this academic exercise is to deliver quality education and enhanced learning experiences for the benefit of the students and the broader Wesleyan community.
Together with Dean Tongol, Ryan John De Lara, College of Engineering and Computer Technology (CECT) Dean and OIC Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, John Jason Villaroman, Quality Assurance Office Director, and the program heads and faculty of the BSPh and BSRT programs welcomed and addressed the queries of the accreditors.
According to Villaroman, the evaluation underscored that institutional accreditation remains one of the top priorities of the University under President Irineo G. Alvaro Jr.’s leadership.
The closing meeting provided valuable insights and recommendations for the continuous improvement of both programs.
Words and photos by John Jason Villaroman (Quality Assurance Office Director)
