Norzagaray College
Mission and Vision
Vision
The Norzagaray College Research Council envisions itself as an institution that delivers excellence in education through high-quality, innovative, and community-responsive research.
Mission
- Achieve excellence in research and innovation within various fields of specialization.
- Develop faculty, staff, and students to become competent, ethical, and productive researchers.
- Contribute to local and national development through relevant, guided, and impactful research initiatives.
Research Trust and Objectives
Research Trust
- Provide excellent education through quality research that broadens the diversity of knowledge and supports lifelong learning.
- Enhance institutional research capability through collaboration, professional development, and innovation.
- Improve teaching, learning, and community engagement through research-based practices.
- Serve society by continuously upgrading knowledge, skills, and attitudes through sustained research capability-building.
- Empower individuals with a clear understanding of the role of research in advancing education and community well-being.
Objectives
- Conduct a rigorous review of research proposals and outputs from faculty, staff, and students.
- Offer research training and development programs to strengthen research competencies through seminars, workshops, and mentoring sessions.
- Produce scientifically sound, multidisciplinary research that contributes to knowledge creation, innovation, and community improvement.
Services
General Services
The Office of the Research Services provides technical, academic, and administrative support to both faculty/staff and students in conducting high-quality research through the following:
- Research Orientation
Introductory sessions that familiarize participants with institutional research policies, ethics, and procedures.
- Research Consultations
Individual or group consultations providing expert guidance on proposal writing, methodology, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.
- Research Seminars, Trainings, and Workshops
Capacity-building activities that enhance research and publication skills, covering topics such as research design, data analytics, ethics, and scholarly dissemination.
- Institutional Research Week
An annual event showcasing completed research outputs through paper presentations, poster exhibits, and knowledge-sharing sessions that promote academic excellence and collaboration.
Research Services
The Office of the Research Services is dedicated to supporting faculty, staff, and students in producing high-quality and ethical academic research.
- Data Analysis Assistance – Support for quantitative and qualitative data processing using appropriate statistical or analytical tools.
- Grammar and Technical Editing – Proofreading and editing services to improve clarity, coherence, and adherence to academic standards.
- Similarity and Plagiarism Checking – Use of AI-powered tools to ensure originality and academic integrity.
- Panel Review and Technical Advising – Expert advice from research mentors to refine research design, structure, and presentation.
These services aim to enhance research credibility, foster innovation, and strengthen Norzagaray College’s position as a center of excellence in education and inquiry.
RESEARCH INCENTIVES PROGRAM AND OUTSTANDING RESEARCH AWARDS
The Research Incentives Program recognizes and rewards outstanding research efforts among faculty, staff, and students.
- Publication Incentives – Financial or merit-based recognition for research published in local or international journals.
- Presentation Incentives – Institutional support for presenting research at conferences and symposia.
- Research Grants – Funding opportunities for innovative and impactful research aligned with institutional goals and community needs.
OUTSTANDING RESEARCH AWARDS
The Outstanding Research Award (also known as the Best Paper Award) is presented to individuals or groups whose research demonstrates excellence in quality, presentation, innovation, and societal impact.
RESEARCH LOAD REDUCTION AND SUPPORT PROGRAM
To promote a balance between teaching and research productivity, qualified full-time faculty members may be granted teaching load reduction or special assignments to conduct research aligned with the institution’s research agenda.
Program Highlights:
✅ Up to 6-unit teaching load reduction for active research engagement.
✅ One-semester completion timeline with monitoring and progress evaluation.
✅ Support for individual or collaborative research projects.
✅ Opportunities for publication, funding, and extension integration.
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