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The Philippine Women’s College of Davao, through the National Service Training Program (NSTP), conducted a Basic Life Support Seminar-Workshop at the RSM Events Center. The session equipped PWC college students with essential knowledge and skills in responding to medical emergencies, guided by facilitators Joy Grace S. Alfeche and fellow Red Cross volunteers.

Please be informed that no classes will be held on Thursday, September 17, 2026, for both BED and TED.

Proud parents joined their children on stage as the Basic Education Department held its 1st Call to Honors, recognizing learners for their academic achievements this term. After the program, parents received their children’s report cards directly from their teachers.

Philippine Women’s College of Davao has signed a Memorandum of Agreement with OMNI Aviation for on-the-job training opportunities.
PWC President Emmanuel Q. Canivel, together with VP for Administration Aida T. Fedee, CPA, MBA, and VP for Academics Reynald A. Japay, EdD, LPT, and Maria Julieta R. Torres, CPA, MBA, Director for Linkages, Internalization and Placement Office, represented the college. Mikhail Josef N. Siy-Hian, MBA, Head of Marketing/Head of Cabin Crew Training, represented OMNI Aviation.
Under the partnership, PWC students will gain hands-on training and industry exposure in aviation operations, including cabin crew training that builds credentials toward international airline careers.

The PWC Emergency Response Team facilitated this orientation for all PWC personnel at the RSM Events Center, with PSSG Jefferson M. Gadia, Chief Investigator of Davao City Police Station 15, as the resource speaker.

A day filled with learning and fun made this year’s Nutrition Month Celebration memorable for our learners from preschool to junior high.

The Philippine Women’s College of Davao formally welcomed Mr. Emmanuel Q. Canivel, MBM as its 4th President during the Installation and Investiture Ceremony held on July 24, 2026, at the PWC RSM Events Center.
Congratulations, President Canivel. The PWC community looks forward to the years ahead under your leadership.

Vice President Sara Duterte sends her congratulations to Mr. Emmanuel Q. Canivel on his installation as the 4th President of PWC Davao. As a PWC alumna herself, she shares warm words for the new president and the entire PWC community as this new chapter begins.

73rd TED Commencement Exercises Highlights
To our PWC Class of 2026, congratulations on reaching this remarkable milestone.

A warm welcome to our Elementary and Junior High School learners as they gathered for the Basic Education Department General Convocation for School Year 2026-2027. It’s always something to see the school fill up again on the second day.
Welcome back, everyone! Let’s make this year count.

To our learners and those joining us for the first time, welcome!
We hope this turns out to be a year worth remembering.
Show up, stay curious, and enjoy while learning.

73 years, and this tradition still means something.
The PWC Tertiary Education Department held its 73rd Recognition Day — a moment set aside each year to acknowledge the students who earned it. Not just through grades, but through the quiet, consistent effort that doesn’t always get seen until a day like this.
To every awardee: congratulations! You worked for this, and it shows. We hope you carry this with you as you move forward.

Strengthening partnerships through shared learning and collaborationPWC of Davao welcomed participants from TESDA Davao District for a Benchmarking and Knowledge Sharing activity focused on the institution’s Halal Kitchen. The visit provided an opportunity to explore innovative approaches and...

An afternoon filled with creativity, insight, and inspiration as ASADE 2026: FRAGMENTS continued through engaging art talks, student presentations, and workshops that celebrated the stories and ideas behind every creation.

Stories, creativity, and perspectives came together at the Annual Students Arts and Design Exhibition 2026, featuring the works of PWC Fine Arts and Interior Design students.

Huge congratulations to Franceen Sofija Beauty V. Sollesta for placing in the TOP 7 in the March 2026 Licensure Examination for Teachers

The results are in, and we couldn’t be happier for our students who passed the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET).
Huge congratulations to Franceen Sofija Beauty V. Sollesta for placing in the TOP 7 in the March 2026 Licensure Examination for Teachers.

A day filled with opportunities, career possibilities, and real-world beginnings commenced as students and alumni gathered at the RSM Events Center,.

The visiting delegation included Mr. Mika Tirronen, Coordinator of Team Finland Knowledge (Singapore); Ms. Veera Kaarela, Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Finland in Manila; and Hon. Antonio S. Peralta, Consul Ad Honorem to Finland and Chairman of the ECCP Southern Mindanao Business Council. They engaged in meaningful discussions with PWC administrators, led by President Emmanuel Q. Canivel.

Students, faculty, and staff of the Philippine Women’s College of Davao participated in the 2026 First Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED), practicing proper safety procedures and preparedness in the event of an emergency.

In celebration of National Arts Month 2026, the 9th Generation of Arts and Design students of the Philippine Women’s College of Davao successfully staged a musical play.

In his message, he provided clarity on the institution’s governance challenges and the court ruling affirming the rightful Board of Trustees.

Teaching and non-teaching personnel of the Philippine Women’s College of Davao (PWC) came together on March 3 at the RSM Events Center for the 2026 Personnel General Assembly — a meaningful gathering that set the tone for the year ahead.

In celebration of the 90th anniversary of the Office of the Vice President (OVP), the Philippine Women’s College of Davao proudly hosted the Pop-Up Exhibit featuring the 14 Vice Presidents of the Philippines, officially launched on February 23 at the Mandaya Lobby.

From the rhythmic beats of the “Manahari” dance and the cinematic storytelling of “Biyahe,” to the harmonious melodies of musical instruments and the eye-catching displays of creativity, the Philippine Women’s College of Davao continues its joyous celebration of National Arts Month with a powerful showcase of student artistry.

The Basic Education Department successfully held the “Kaalaman sa Kaligtasan: Disaster Response and First Aid Training”—a learning experience that equipped students with the knowledge and skills in disaster response, safety, and first aid.

The Professional Regulatory Board of Psychology conducted an inspection and monitoring visit at the Philippine Women’s College of Davao to assess and strengthen program quality and standards.

Christmas cheer filled the Mansaka Garden Grounds as the Tertiary Education Department held its second Pasko Fiesta — a celebration made even more vibrant by the College Student Supreme Council (SSC).

Miragpat Exhibit Creative Connections at the PWC Mindanao Folk Arts Museum and Artisanal Heritage Studies and Creative Enterprise Center, brought together the creativity of students and alumni in one inspiring showcase.

A successful Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Signing Ceremony was held between the Philippine Women’s College of Davao – I.SERVE Basic Education Department Community Engagement Program Services and Erico T. Nograles National High School.