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CLSU Partners with WSU, FDA, and New AFTBI Incubatees

Nov. 14, 2024

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To continuously expand partnerships and establish stronger collaboration outside the university, Central Luzon State University (CLSU) entered into several Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with local and international institutions on November 12, 2024. Through the initiative of the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (DABE), CLSU signed a partnership with Washington State University (WSU) to establish linkages in areas of academics and research collaboration for students and faculty. University President Evaristo A. Abella led the MOU signing with Dr. Elmar Villota, Faculty of College of Engineering, while on behalf of WSU is Dr. Manuel Garcia-Perez, Professor and Chair of the Department of Biological Systems Engineering, Washington State University. Moreover, to address public safety and achieve inclusive economic growth, a partnership between the Department of Food Science and Technology (DFST) and the Food and Drug Authority (FDA) formalize their partnership that aims to help the MSMEs or the Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises and other stakeholders to comply with the food safety regulations that reduce risk in consumers. The MOU was signed by President Abella alongside the Dean of the College of Home Science and Industry (CHSI) Dr. Celyrah B. Castillo, and Dr. Geraldine B. Tayag, Head of the Department of Food Science and Technology. The FDA was represented by their OIC-Deputy Director General, Dr. Jesusa Joyce N. Cirunay RPh representing their Director General, Samuel A. Zacate. Furthermore, the Agriculture and Food Technology Business Incubator (AFTBI) also formalized its partnership with Core Gateway College Inc., Talavera National High School, and an Artic Balm Online Shop as new incubatees. The MOU signing was led by University President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella together with the Director of AFTBI, Dr. Pablo J. Rafael. Core Gateway College Inc. was represented by their President, Dr. Danilo S. Vargas, and the Talavera National High School was represented by Ms. Clarissa M. Mariano, Head Teacher VI-Science, and a private company namely Arctic Balm Online Shop. All these MOUs will strengthen the partnerships in academic, research, exchange programs, and other initiatives between CLSU and its partner institutions that will bring new opportunities for students and faculty and enhance the overall presence of the University.

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CBA Achieves 56% Passing Rate in LECPA 2024 with First-Time Takers Posting an Impressive 72%

The College of Business and Accountancy (CBA) celebrates a remarkable milestone as 28 of its graduates successfully passed the December 2024 Licensure Examination for Certified Public Accountants (LECPA). This achievement resulted in an outstanding institutional passing rate of 56.00%, surpassing the national passing rate by an impressive 25.83%. Notably, 21 first-time takers achieved an impressive passing rate of 72.41%, while seven re-examiners posted a passing rate of 33.33% in the December 2024 LECPA. The University, along with the entire CBA faculty, takes great pride in these achievements. Furthermore, to those who did not achieve passing results this time, we commend your hard work and dedication. This is not the end of the road—stay determined and keep striving toward your goals. Padayon and Congratulations! List of Passers: 1. ABANDO, RALLY JUSTINN BASCO 2. AGBAYANI, FERGUS PISCES FERNANDEZ 3. ARCEO, HEART JOY DUMAGUING 4. BERNARDO, PATRICIA MAE ESQUIVEL 5. CASTILLO, LUIS ALFREDO CARAAN 6. CASTRO, BERNADETTE ZAMBALES 7. DISPO, LUZ ANNE MONIQUE NEPACENA 8. DOTON, SUZETTE VILLEGAS 9. GALANG, LOVELY JOY DELA CRUZ 10. GALANG, MARICEL PAYNOR 11. GARCIA, JOANA MARIE FERNANDEZ 12. GINES, ANDREA FHAYE BOCALERE 13. LACHICA, LOVE JOY VERILY VALEROSO 14. LAFORTEZA, BEA CAZHARELLE CANDELARIA 15. LEONARDO, JHONACEL BASA 16. MAPANAO, RICHELLE BARNACHEA 17. MARZAN, MARY JOY BUEN 18. MENDOZA, ADRIANE ESPIRITU 19. MUYOT, CHRISTIAN LONGALONG 20. ODARBE, MICHA VARONA 21. PAULO, RENZO MITRE 22. PISPIS, ROMELYN TORALBA 23. RAMOS, DANICA JANE BERMUDEZ 24. RAQUINIO, MARIANE JOY FELIMON 25. REYES, REIGN ELIZER MELCHOR 26. SORIAO, KURT FRANCIS ESPAÑA 27. VALENCIA, MISSY DELA CRUZ 28. VILLAREAL, JAYLYN PEREZ

Dec. 17, 2024

CLSU is a Recipient of the 2024 ICONS Awards

Central Luzon State University (CLSU) has once again been recognized for its exemplary internationalization efforts, receiving the prestigious Internationalization (IZN) Champions of Nation-Building and Sustainability (ICONS) Awards 2024. The award, organized by the Commission on Higher Education-International Affairs Service (CHED-IAS), was presented today, December 16, 2024, at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City. Representing CLSU, Dr. Parsons N. Hail, Director of the International Affairs Office, accepted the award on behalf of University President Evaristo A. Abella. The recognition highlights CLSU as one of the country’s leading Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) with international rankings, as evidenced by its achievements in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings, Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings (Reporter Status), THE Impact Rankings, and the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI). President Abella expressed his heartfelt gratitude to CHED-IAS for acknowledging CLSU’s leadership in internationalization among Philippine HEIs. He commended the dedication and hard work of the university’s faculty, non-teaching staff, students, alumni, farmer-partners, and other stakeholders who contributed to this milestone. He emphasized that these accomplishments reflect CLSU’s commitment to aligning its academic, research, and community programs with global standards to promote sustainable development and nation-building. CLSU remains steadfast in advancing global initiatives through its integrated efforts in academics, research, and community engagement. The ICONS Awards 2024 celebrate the exceptional performance of Philippine HEIs in internationally recognized ranking systems, underscoring their role in driving innovation and sustainability. #SievingForExcellence

Dec. 16, 2024

CLSU is Top Performing School in September 2024 Licensure Exam for Professional Teachers

The Central Luzon State University (CLSU), through the College of Education (CEd), has been recognized as one of the top-performing schools in both Elementary and Secondary Education, based on the results of the September 2024 Licensure Exam for Professional Teachers. With an outstanding institutional passing rate of 93.20% for the elementary level and 83.19% for the secondary level, CLSU proudly celebrates the success of 573 “Golden Grains”—276 from the elementary level and 297 from the secondary level. This remarkable achievement highlights the CEd’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its dedication to producing highly competitive educators. Congratulations to all our newly Licensed Professional Teachers!

Dec. 13, 2024

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