BAUKO, Mountain Province | September 24, 2026 — To assess the continuing impact of its community extension initiatives, Mountain Province State University (MPSU), through its Extension Services and Community Engagement Unit (ESCEU), conducted an impact assessment of the GEC 4.0 Engineering Extension Program at Otucan-Bila National High School (OBNHS), Otucan, Bauko.
The assessment was conducted by the ESCEU, represented by Mr. Scheryk Warren D. Afidchao and Ms. Ursula C. Dontogan, together with Dr. Paul Joseph N. Pisilen, Dean of the College of Engineering, and external evaluators from the Mountain Province Electric Cooperative (MOPRECO), Engr. Danny Valle W. Cabfit Jr. and Engr. William D. Toyoken, through face-to-face interviews with OBNHS faculty and staff. The ESCEU staff also explained the objectives and programs of the Universityβs Extension Services to the participants
During the assessment, OBNHS faculty and staff shared their experiences with the electrical wiring project and its practical benefits to the school. They noted improved lighting and electrical safety in classrooms and offices, contributing to a more efficient and conducive learning environment.
OBNHS staff also gained practical knowledge on electrical safety, including the proper selection of wire gauges and types. Participants recommended routine maintenance checks of the installed wiring and refresher training for school personnel to help sustain the projectβs benefits.
The assessment highlighted the continuing relevance of the Engineering extension program and the partnership between MPSU and the school community in promoting electrical safety and a conducive learning environment.
