JHCSC Library
Explore new worlds, ignite your imagination, and fuel your curiosity. A library offers endless possibilities, knowledge, and adventure. Discover, learn, grow—one book at a time. Your next journey begins here.
Research & Thesis
Research Methods in Education
Main Campus - Circulation
A foundational text providing clear guidance on educational research methodologies, case studies, and empirical project data collections.
Agriculture
Introduction to Agricultural Economics
Dumingag Campus - Reference
Essential reference book tracking microeconomic principles applied to agricultural production, farm management operations, and distribution.
Health Sciences
Brunner & Suddarth's Medical-Surgical Nursing
Pagadian Campus - Nursing Room
Highly targeted reference manual focused on nursing care plans, pathophysiological foundations, and clinical practice execution standards.
Library Annual Reports
Access our historical accomplishments, collection growth metrics, and administrative annual reviews.
2021 Annual Report
Review our fiscal milestones, library circulation stats, and recovery program launch.
2022 Annual Report
Analysis of database utilization, student foot traffic development, and acquisition programs.
2023 Annual Report
Overview of physical-to-digital migration, integration of OPAC services, and user satisfaction logs.
2024 Annual Report
Recent updates on computer-adaptive systems, library catalog expansions, and upcoming S.Y. integrations.
About
Vision Mission
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Vision
Leading public higher education institution serving the ASEAN community with quality, innovative and culture-sensitive programs.
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Mission
Provides relevant and responsive programs in Agriculture, Education and other courses deemed necessary for the fulfillment of its vision. Undertakes applied research, extension and production services that yield workable and durable solutions to sector specific challenges, thus improving the socio-economic well-being of identified communities.
About
Service Hours
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Library Hours Policy
The library is open 54 hours per week. Currently, operating hours are Monday-Friday, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, no noon-break. The library is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays as well as all holidays' days observed by the Province of Zamboanga del Sur.
Our History
How a community dream evolved into a beacon of academic excellence in Zamboanga del Sur.
Humble Beginnings
The school was founded as Josefina H. Cerilles Memorial Barangay High School in Barangay Mati, San Miguel, honoring the wife of Assemblyman Vicente Cerilles. Operating out of classrooms built from light materials, it was fueled by a strong community spirit.
Nationalization & Growth
Undergoing full nationalization, the school was renamed Josefina H. Cerilles National High School. Soon after, the institution expanded with a dedicated Secondary Education Development Program building package.
Transition to Polytechnic
Through Republic Act No. 7895, the high school was transformed into Josefina H. Cerilles Polytechnic College. It launched full operations as a CHED-supervised institution, with Mr. Francisco Caylan serving as Officer-in-Charge.
The State College Era
A monumental milestone was reached when Republic Act 9159 converted the polytechnic college into J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC). Dr. Filomena G. Montealto was appointed as its historic first president.
Stronger & Bolder
Under the active leadership of President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, the JHCSC System operates multiple organic campuses and external units, driving massive academic modernization, infrastructural expansion, and institutional quality.
College Services & Facilities
Providing cutting-edge educational resources, student healthcare, and community support system to help you thrive.
Admission & Enrollment
Streamlined paperless online application procedures, automated technical validation, and modern enrollment systems designed for seamless boarding.
Get EnrolledModernized Quest Library
Access extensive online e-databases (Gale, Phil E-Journals, ProQuest), quiet study zones, borrowing systems, and responsive digital research reference desks.
Explore LibraryJHCSC College Infirmary
A dedicated medical and healthcare service environment supporting the physiological and physical well-being of the entire student population.
Health SupportCommunity Extension
Active grassroots engagement programs and technology-driven technical training aiding local baranguay communities and developing active change agents.
Community OutreachResources/Collections
Our Databases
Gale Ref Complete
Gale offers a variety of resources for education, lifelong learning, and academic research. Access peer-reviewed articles, full-text magazines, newspapers, eBooks, primary sources, and multimedia tools directly at your fingertips.
Phil E-Journal
An expanding collection of academic journals made accessible globally through a single web-based platform. Hosted by C&E Publishing, Inc., a premier educational publisher and leader in integrated information solutions in the Philippines.
ProQuest
ProQuest powers research in academic, corporate, government, public, and school libraries around the world with unique, rich, and vetted content collections.
Subanen Collection Catalog
An online library portal used by J.H. Cerilles State College and Saint Columban College. Hosted on the Librarika platform, this digital catalog provides a searchable database specifically highlighting research dedicated to the Subanen indigenous people, local culture, and education.
Learning Spaces
Guidelines & Policies Audio-Visual Room
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The use of the Audio Visual Room must be in a first come first serve basis. The user, i.e. students; teachers; department must schedule the utilization of the AVR five (5) days before the actual usage.
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The user of the room shall be responsible for the immediate removal and "clean-up" of decoration, props, etc. after the even or the program. The JHCSC AVR is a smoke free area. The user must at all times be responsible to ensure that all exits must remain unobstracted and accessible to all.
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The individual or department who is responsible for the event or program take charge of the damage, misuse, deterioration, vandalism, and the theft of any equipment or facilities and if anything happen or destroyed, they shall be required to pay, repair, replace or shoulder the cost of same; refusal to do so and valid investigation shall be subject to disciplinary action or prescribe in the College Code.
Contact
Contact Us
Address
Mati, San Miguel, Zamboanga del Sur
Call Us
+63 9076 7717 55
Email Us
library@jhcsc.edu.ph