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DICT, CLSU Host Regional Start-Up Challenge; BSIT Students Secure 3rd Place

Oct. 31, 2024

Lenard Rubang | SCO

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), through the ICT Industry Development Bureau (IIDB), in partnership with the Central Luzon State University (CLSU) conducted the regional finals for Philippine Startup Challenge 9 (PSC9) on October 28, 2024, via Zoom. During the opening program, IIDB Project Focal Engr. Steffan Dale Dean G. Martensen commended the participant’s commitment despite the alteration of the competition's modality due to the inevitable circumstances caused by the recent typhoon.   Furthermore, DICT Region 3 Regional Director Antonio Edward E. Padre expressed his high hopes to the participating students as the selected winner will represent the region at the national level. CLSU President Evaristo A. Abella also expressed his enthusiasm for the event, highlighting the vital role of academic institutions in nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship among students. “I am happy to see students with very promising concepts and projects proving that participating universities are providing an enabling environment for the students to perform well other than their academic endeavors,” said President Abella. Fifteen teams from various universities across the region participated in the qualifying round, four of which were from CLSU. Among these teams, the CLSU student innovators behind the project “Talk It Out: A Peer Support Mobile Chatting Application,” cliched the Third Place in the start-up challenge. The team was composed of Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) students namely Rogelyn B. Imperial, Airah Trixie B. Gajete, Chris John R. Galvez, coached by Mr. Joshua Vendivil. Other winners include students from Bataan Heroes College and Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology, for second and first place, respectively. The ‘Talk It Out’ is designed to provide real-time peer-to-peer support, allowing users to connect with trained peers who are willing to sympathize, understand, care, and offer practical advice. The competition served as a platform for young entrepreneurs to showcase their innovative ideas that will contribute meaningfully to the country and to the world.

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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

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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.

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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

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