Legal Mandate (RA 9299)
Education plays a pivotal role in the development and progress of any nation. In the Philippines, efforts to improve the accessibility and quality of higher education have been strengthened through legislative measures aimed at expanding and upgrading educational institutions. One such measure is Republic Act No. 9299, a law that sought to enhance the educational landscape of Negros Oriental by transforming and integrating several institutions into a unified state university.

Republic Act No. 9299 is a legislative measure that advanced higher education in Negros Oriental by converting the Central Visayas Polytechnic College (CVPC) into a state university, now known as the Negros Oriental State University (NORSU). The Act also integrated the Genaro Goni Memorial College in Bais City, the Siaton Community College in Siaton, and the Mabinay Institute of Technology in Mabinay into the University and provided the necessary funding for its implementation.

Furthermore, the University Charter of Negros Oriental State University was signed into law by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo on June 25, 2004. As stipulated in Section 2 of Republic Act No. 9299, "the university's primary mandate is to offer advanced education and higher-level professional training in various fields, including arts, sciences, education, commerce, agriculture, forestry, and fisheries. Additionally, the university is committed to promoting research, providing extension services, and demonstrating progressive leadership in its areas of specialization."

Moreover, Section 3 of Republic Act No. 9299 outlines the wide range of academic programs offered by Negros Oriental State University. These include undergraduate and graduate programs in the fields of arts and sciences, philosophy, literature, mass communication, teacher education, agriculture, forestry, fisheries, engineering, architecture, maritime education, industrial and information technology, hotel and restaurant management, tourism, public health, criminology, volcanology/geology, public administration, business and accountancy, law, medicine, and other nontraditional fields. The University tailors these programs to meet the needs of Negros Oriental and the surrounding region, as determined by its Board of Regents. Through these academic offerings, the University supports regional development while addressing local and national educational needs.

Historical Development of the NORSU College of Teacher Education
The establishment and development of the College of Teacher Education did not occur overnight. Its roots can be traced back to 1965 with the offering of the Teacher Education curriculum leading to the degree of Bachelor of Science in Industrial Education (BSIE), which was then under the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASEd), with Dr. Molly Aleta serving as Dean.

The introduction of the four-year teacher education degree elevated the East Visayan School of Arts and Trades (EVSAT) to full collegiate status, giving the institution a renewed direction that eventually transformed its academic character.

On June 10, 1983, Batas Pambansa Blg. 401 converted the East Visayan School of Arts and Trades (EVSAT) into the Central Visayas Polytechnic College (CVPC). The state college was established through the merger of government institutions in Negros Oriental, namely the East Visayan School of Arts and Trades (EVSAT) in Dumaguete City, the Bais School of Fisheries (BSF) in Okiot, Bais City, and the Guihulngan Vocational School (GVS) in Guihulngan, Negros Oriental.

Significant developments in academic programming began in June 1993 when the Board of Trustees approved the offering of the Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSE) with majors in General Science, Mathematics, Values Education, English, Technology and Home Economics (T.H.E.), Physical Education, Health and Music (PEHM), and Filipino. This was followed by the introduction of the Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEEd) in June 1994.

In 1995, the College of Education was established as a separate academic unit from the College of Arts and Sciences during the presidency of Dr. Henry A. Sojor.

Through the leadership of President Sojor and Dr. Beatriz A. Caduyac, the first Dean of the College of Education, the College submitted its academic programs for Level I accreditation in 1996. In 2001, the programs underwent Level II accreditation and successfully passed with outstanding results.

On June 25, 2004, the Central Visayas Polytechnic College (CVPC) was officially converted into the Negros Oriental State University (NORSU) through Republic Act No. 9299. The University also integrated the Mabinay Institute of Technology, the Genaro Goni Memorial College, and the Siaton Community College into its system.

At present, the College of Teacher Education enjoys a Level III Re-accredited Status granted by the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP).

The College continues to uphold the standards of the State University and remains committed to its vision of becoming a leader and a Center of Development in teacher education.

The College of Teacher Education established its reputation after producing its first batch of graduates, many of whom successfully passed the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET). Since then, the number of LET passers has steadily increased, reflecting the College's commitment to academic excellence and quality teacher education.

QUALITY OBJECTIVES
Cultivate globally competent pre-service teachers through advanced instruction and innovative and technology-driven pedagogies;

Transform educational practices by producing impactful research addressing local and global challenges;

Engage in sustainable extension initiatives empowering stakeholders and promoting lifelong learning;

Develop quality-assured production of knowledge, instructional materials, and models aligned with local and global standards; and with continuous quality improvement to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and enhance institutional management systems.

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES
Teach learners with advanced instruction and employ innovative strategies for a diverse and inclusive learning environment;

Enhance research-driven educational practices to generate impactful solutions addressing glocal challenges;

Advance community engagement through sustainable extension programs fostering empowerment and lifelong learning;

Cultivate teacher leadership by integrating modern information communication technologies for future - ready education;

Harmonize regulatory compliance, continuous quality improvement, and efficient management systems for global excellence.

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