Demonstrating its continued commitment to transparency and fiscal responsibility, Sorsogon State University (SorSU) participated in the exit conference conducted by the Commission on Audit Regional Office V (COA ROV) for the Calendar Year (CY) 2024 audit. The activity was held on April 30, 2025, through a hybrid setup, on-site at the SorSU Boardroom and online via Zoom.
The COA audit team was composed of Ms. Cecil G. Imperial (State Auditor IV, OIC-Supervising Auditor); Ms. Nerisa E. Guardian (State Auditor III, OIC-Audit Team Leader); and Ms. Cherry G. Espano (State Auditor II, Audit Team Member). Their audit of SorSU’s operations for CY 2024 aimed to ensure proper utilization of government resources in line with the standards of public financial management.
In attendance were SorSU’s top officials, headed by SUC President III, Dr. Geraldine F. De Jesus, key administrative personnel, and representatives from its four campuses.
Mr. Gerald E. Fulay (Vice President for Administration & Finance); Dr. Jhonner D. Ricafort (Vice President for Academic Affairs); Dr. Ryan V. Dio (Vice President for Research, Extension and Training); Dr. Telesforo D. Escoto (Campus Director, Sorsogon City); Prof. Ma. Elena C. Demdam (Campus Director, Bulan Campus); Prof. Lynn C. Mendoza (Campus Director, Magallanes Campus); Engr. Ivy Gonzales (Director, Research Development Services); Dr. Leny D. Berdin (Chief Administrative Officer-Finance Services); Dr. Ma. Sylisa J. Estur (Chief Administrative Officer-Administrative Services); Dr. Maria Lourdes Barrozo (Supervising Administrative Officer-Administrative Services); Prof. Romeo SE. Mendoza (Director, Production and Business Affairs); Ms. Ma. Patricia F. Banares (OIC-Budget Officer); Mr. Jordan Doroja (Head, Accounting Unit); Mr. Asael Jared Acosta (Head, Supply Office); and other SorSU personnel were among those present at the conference meeting.
This collaborative engagement between SorSU and COA underscores the shared goal of ensuring transparency and integrity in public service delivery. (SorSU PIO)
