College of Nursing Faculty Elected to PNA Bukidnon Leadership Posts

College of Nursing (CON) faculty members have been elected to leadership positions in the Philippine Nurses Association (PNA) Bukidnon Chapter for Calendar Years 2025–2027.

Dr. Ma. Theresa B. Plete will serve as President of the PNA Bukidnon Chapter. The organization’s executive officers also include Dr. Hazel P. Agbayani as Vice President for Finance and Dr. Ma. Algerica T. Cuenco as Secretary.

Emmanuelita R. Barrera was elected as a member of the Board of Directors. In that capacity, she will take part in policy discussions and continuing professional development activities within the association.

Dr. Fatima C. Tanzo will continue to serve the organization as immediate past governor of PNA Region X. The position provides continuity for the regional organization and supports its ongoing programs and activities.

The appointments place CON faculty members in leadership roles within the province’s professional nursing organization while they continue their academic responsibilities at the university.

Their participation in the association includes work related to professional organizations, policy development, community health programs, and continuing nursing education.

Faculty contribute to PNA Region X convention

The faculty members also took part in the 64th Philippine Nurses Association Region X Regional Convention in Malaybalay City on July 23–24, 2026.

BukSU Vice President for Research, Extension, and Innovation Dr. Carina Joane V. Barroso delivered Plenary Session VI, “Research and Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing.” Her presentation examined the role of nurse-led research in improving clinical practice, informing health policy, and supporting evidence-based healthcare for patients and communities.

In her welcome address, PNA Bukidnon Chapter President and BukSU College of Nursing faculty member Dr. Ma. Theresa B. Plete discussed the value of unity, professional excellence, and continued collaboration in advancing the nursing profession within the changing healthcare environment.

Nursing professionals, educators, practitioners, and leaders from across Northern Mindanao attended the two-day convention, which carried the theme, “Empowered Nurses, Brighter Future: Healing Hearts, Saving Lives.” The event included sessions on nursing leadership, research, innovation, public health, ethics, and professional development.