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CF Organizes Hybrid Seminar on Innovative Tilapia Breeding Technology

Oct. 23, 2023

Ravelina R. Velasco | SCO

The College of Fisheries (CF) in collaboration with GenoMar Philippines conducted a hybrid seminar on innovative tilapia breeding technology catering students, researchers, faculty and staff last May 5, 2023, at the CF-FAC Conference Hall.   GenoMar Philippines was represented by Ms. Thea Luz Pineda, Breeding Manager of the East Asia Pacific, and two Senior Researchers from GenoMar Genetics, Norway, served as resource persons namely; Dr. Rajesh Joshi, who contributed to the development of the first Single Nucleotide Polymorphism-chip array for tilapia, and Dr. Skaarud Anders, whose specialization is controlling inbreeding and optimizing breeding schemes in fish.   A total of 136 participants from Thailand, Peru, Nigeria, Mexico City, Morocco, Indonesia, Ethiopia, Chile, Belgium, Australia, and the Philippines attended the seminar online, while 120 in-person participants attended the event comprised of students, researchers, aquaculturists, aquaculture technicians, instructors, professors, and senior scientists from different research centers and academia.   GenoMar Genetics group is a long-time research partner of CLSU and has pioneered in the implementation of innovative breeding technologies in Nile tilapia by choosing the best-performing individuals for a more profitable and sustainable tilapia industry. The transition of different selection goals and methods was highlighted from family-based selection, using DNA information and genomic selection.

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CLSU Shows Strong Commitment to Quality Education, Subjects 7 Programs to AACCUP Accreditation

The Central Luzon State University subjected seven of its key academic programs to a rigorous evaluation by the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP) from December 1 to 3, 2025 demonstrating its unwavering commitment to excellence. The seven programs evaluated were Bachelor of Early Childhood Education, Bachelor of Elementary Education, Bachelor of Secondary Education, Bachelor of Culture and Arts Education, Bachelor of Physical Education, Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education, and Bachelor of Science in Food Technology. These programs garnered high praise from the accreditors for their strong commitment to quality and excellence, an active and impressive research culture, exceptional performance in licensure examinations, robust international linkages, and meaningful community engagement. During the closing ceremony, Dr. Ravelina R. Velasco, Vice President for Academic Affairs delivered the Pledge of Commitment, underscoring the University's future direction. “We commit to continuously cultivate an environment that promotes ethical and impactful research for academic advancement and development. We vow to respond to the needs of our communities, ensuring a positive societal impact,” VP Velasco said. She further emphasized the administration's support for infrastructural development and student welfare, stating “For our facilities, laboratories, and learning environment, our administration will provide support funds for conducive learning and workspaces and deliver student-centered services for all CLSUans.” CLSU looks forward to the official AACCUP results, confident that this positive evaluation reaffirms its dedication to enduring quality. #SievingForExcellence

Dec. 03, 2025

GASS Program Leads Zumba for a Cause

The Central Luzon State University (CLSU), through the General Administrative Support and Services Program (GASS), is currently conducting a Zumba for a Cause event. This charitable activity has successfully garnered the participation of more than 100 individuals. All proceeds collected from the event will be directly contributed to the Project HANDOG (Hakbang ng Akademya para sa Nasalanta, Dala ay Oportunidad at Ginhawa) - an initiative to provide assistance and relief to victims of the recent typhoon.

Dec. 03, 2025

CLSU Claims 2nd Spot Among Top-Performing Schools in the 2025 Agriculturist Licensure Exam

The Central Luzon State University (CLSU), through the College of Agriculture, has once again proven its status as a Center of Excellence in the recently conducted Agriculturist Licensure Exam administered by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) in November 2025. The University was recognized as the second-highest-performing school in the 2025 Agriculturist Licensure Examination, with 208 “Golden Grains” successfully passing, earning CLSU an overall performance rating of 91.63%, up from its previous rating of 82.57%. Congratulations to our new Licensed Agriculturists! List of all passers to follow. #SievingForExcellence

Dec. 02, 2025

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