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CHED Summit Gathers Academic Leaders; Pres. Abella Supports ACHIEVE Agenda

Mar. 12, 2026

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University President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella joined the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Higher Education Summit held from March 10-12, 2026 at SMX Clark, Pampanga, expressing strong support for the Commission’s ACHIEVE Agenda and its goal of advancing transformative higher education in the country. The Summit convened academic leaders from state universities and colleges (SUCs), local universities and colleges (LUCs), and private higher education institutions (PHEIs), along with local and international collaborators and partners with one goal in mind – to achieve a sustainable future for Philippine Higher Education. It was graced by Rep. Jude A. Acidre, Chair of the House Committee on Higher and Technical Education, along with CHED Chairperson Dr. Shirley C. Agrupis, Commissioners Dr. Myrna Q. Mallari, Dr. Michelle A. Ong, Dr. Desiderio R. Apag III, and Dr. Ricmar P. Aquino. “We will only live once in this world, with our positions as academic leaders, let us make this worth it,” Chairperson Agrupis stressed as she elaborates the importance of the gathering and encouraged everyone to take part in realizing the vision of the ACHIEVE Agenda. Meanwhile, Rep. Acidre extended his gratitude to CHED and all the academic leaders for doing their role in shaping the country’s next leaders as he notes, “everything I am today, I owe in large part to my education, which opened doors and widened the horizon for myself and our community.” Region 3 Presidents were also present as co-hosts of the event together with CHED Regional Office III Director Dr. Maura Consolacion D. Cristobal. Also in attendance were officials from the different agencies who offered their expertise and services to help CHED achieve its goal including the Department of Education (DepEd), Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI), Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Department of Science and Technology (DOST), and other private industry partners. A separate session was held to address concerns and discuss strategies in addressing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals with local and foreign speakers as discussants including the UNESCO National Commission, National Development Planning Agency of Indonesia, and Sunway University, Malaysia. In between the workshops, CHED formalized its partnership through the signing of the Memorandum of Agreements with DOST, DOST-PCAARRD as well as with Landbank Philippines for partnerships and UNIFAST Grantees.

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Central Luzon State University (CLSU) earned distinctions during the 39th Annual National Conference and General Assembly of the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP), held on March 24, 2026, at Century Park Hotel. The university was awarded a Plaque of Recognition for attaining Level IV Re-Accredited Status in Institutional Accreditation, the highest distinction granted to higher education institutions. Further elevating its achievements, CLSU secured the third-highest rank among performing State Universities and Colleges (SUCs), recognized specifically for its significant number of academic programs maintaining Level IV Status. The awards were formally received by University President, Dr. Evaristo A. Abella, together with Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Ravelina R. Velasco, Vice President for Research, Innovation and Extension, Dr. Emmanuel M. Vera Cruz, Director of Quality Assurance Office, Dr. Eden S. David, Chief of Institutional Quality Assurance Division and AACCUP Institutional Accreditation Focal Person, Dr. Lorenz J. Fajardo, and Quality Assurance Officer, Mr. Mark Anthony M. Ventura. Adding to the university’s accolades, former Chief of the Accreditation Center (now the Quality Assurance Office) and retired professor from the College of Agriculture, Dr. Mario S. Suba, was honored with the Manuel T. Corpus Outstanding Accreditor Award. The recognition underscores his exemplary expertise, integrity, and long-standing commitment to advancing quality assurance in Philippine higher education. These recognitions underscore the University’s continued leadership in academic excellence and institutional quality assurance. With its sustained achievements and dedication to high standards, CLSU further strengthens its position as one of the country’s leading state universities committed to delivering quality education and impactful service.

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The Central Luzon State University (CLSU) has reaffirmed its dedication to quality by successfully maintaining its ISO 9001:2015 certification following an audit conducted on March 23-24, 2026, by SOCOTEC Certification Philippines Inc. The intensive two-day external audit was led by Dr. Catherine Sigua, Lead Auditor, with technical support from Auditors Ms. Harlene Vizcarra and Mr. Richard Bacomo. The team carefully assessed the university’s Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure every process remains compliant with the highest global standards. Following the audit, Dr. Sigua shared their positive feedback along with findings, observations, and opportunities for improvements during the closing program. In response, University President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella, represented by Vice President for Administration Dr. Ariel G. Mactal, expressed gratitude to the auditors for their professional assessment and commended the employees for their collective efforts. Moreover, Dr. Mactal assured the auditors that the university will incorporate all identified opportunities for improvement to enhance operations and service delivery further. This accomplishment highlights the university’s ongoing commitment to providing top-quality academic and administrative services, reinforcing its status as a leading institution recognized for its global standards.

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The College of Veterinary Science and Medicine (CVSM) once again proved it is a powerhouse in veterinary education by bagging the championship title in the recently concluded 2nd National Mikrobyong Mikrobyo Quiz Contest held on March 21, 2026, at the University of the Philippines Los Baños, Laguna. Outshining the 17 competing teams, CLSU dominated the leaderboards, with both of its representative teams finishing in the top five. The first team of CLSU, composed of Allen Dave B. Serrano, Hannah Angela P. Lacsina, and Anne J. Muncal, was declared the champions. In contrast, the team of Verna Antoinette P. Luis, Lance Josef E. Landagan, and Renato S. Alombro, Jr. clinched the 4th Place. Both teams were also recognized as Best in Microbiology for their performances in the said competition. The teams were coached by the dedicated faculty members of the college such as Dr. Joyce Abigail F. Soriano and Dr. Joseph Adrian T. Dela Cruz. The event was organized by the University of the Philippines Society for the Advancement of Veterinary Education and Research (UP SAVER).

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