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UGADO Kicks-off Virtually the Celebration of National Women's Month

Mar. 10, 2022

Mark Bryan Gusi | OVPAA

The CLSU Gender and Development Office (UGADO) conducted a virtual kick-off ceremony for the 2022 National Women’s Month Celebration with the theme, “We Make Change, Work for Women - Agenda ng Kababaihan, Tungo sa Kaunlaran,’’ on March 8, 2022, through Zoom conference and live-streamed via the UGADO Facebook page.  During the event, Dr. Edgar A. Orden, University President, mentioned that the celebration gave an opportunity to the CLSU community to reflect and assess how far their collective efforts have gone. He highlighted three C’s - Compassion, Collaboration, and Consistency: compassion not only for women but for all mankind regardless of skin color, age, race, gender identity, among others that make one different from the other; collaboration, as true change, can be truly achieved if unity and diversity are welcome and valued; and consistency in all that we do to accomplish our desired results. “We are all connected to each other. Your story is part of mine, and my story is a part of yours”, Dr. Orden stressed during his remarks.  Teaser of lined-up activities was presented through an audio-visual presentation which include Orientation on GAD for Newly-Hired Employees, Sayaw-Sigla Para sa Kababaihan, Webinar on CHED Memorandum Order No. 1, series of 2015 - Establishing Policies and Guidelines on Gender and Development in Commission on Higher Education and Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), JuanaSing: Song Making Contest, #SDGSABI: Small Action will Big Impact, Bida ka Juana: Women in Medical Frontline during the Pandemic, Cinemasabeeeh? Pagkilala sa Boses ng Kababaihan sa Lipunan, NumberJUANa: A Micro-short Film Making Contest, Obra Maestra: Pagtatanghal ng Kalagayan ni Juana sa Lipunan, JuanaKNOW?: Online Quiz Bee, and #LetHerShine: An Online Forum for Women Empowerment and Recognition of their Roles in Construction Industry. Prof. Janet O. Saturno, UGADO Director, thanked everyone for the unwavering support to the University Gender and Development Office and for contributing immensely to the attainment of gender equality in society in her closing message. “During this month, we highlight Juana, who makes change or partake in any development activity to bring change. But we are all together in this endeavor to attain gender equality and let us be part of the change towards a better world,” Prof. Saturno enthused in her message. This activity is in collaboration with the Continuing Education Division, and Applied Communication Division of the University Extension Center.

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CLSU Receives ₱5M DOST-PCAARRD Grant for Mungbean Impact Research

The Central Luzon State University (CLSU), through the College of Agriculture (CAg), the Socio-economic Research and Data Analytics Center (SERDAC), and the College of Business and Accountancy (CBA), has been awarded a five-million pesos research grant by the Department of Science and Technology–Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST-PCAARRD) for the implementation of the project titled “Impact Assessment of the Program on Improving Productivity and Local Utilization of Mungbean.” It will assess the impacts of previous DOST-PCAARRD-funded interventions designed to improve mungbean productivity and enhance its local utilization. Specifically, it will examine changes in farm productivity, the adoption of technologies, market and value chain outcomes, and socio-economic benefits for farmers and other stakeholders. The project also seeks to generate evidence-based insights that can guide future policy directions and program refinements in the mungbean industry. The project, to be led by Dr. Mari Joy M. Buenavista, together with Dr. Rocelyn M. Barroga, Asst. Prof. Maria Celia M. Fernando, Dr. Elizabeth R. Bajit, Asst. Prof. Jairus Jesse Tubal, and Asst. Prof. Roann P. Alberto, as a team member, was approved during the 14th Regular Directors’ Council Meeting of DOST-PCAARRD and will be implemented over a period of 18 months. An inception meeting was successfully conducted on January 23, 2026, in close coordination with the funding agency and the project’s external evaluator. The initiative reinforces CLSU’s mandate to contribute to national agricultural development through rigorous research, impact evaluation, and science-based policy support. It will also further strengthen CLSU’s collaboration with DOST-PCAARRD and underscores the University’s growing role in agricultural research, impact assessment, and national-level development planning. #SievingForExcellence

Jan. 27, 2026

Ayala Museum Brings Botong Francisco Artworks to CLSU Agri Museum

The Central Luzon State University (CLSU) Agricultural Museum, in partnership with the Ayala Museum, showcased a traveling exhibit of the national artist Carlos Francisco, entitled "Botong Francisco: A Nation Imagined," which will run from January 19 to February 4, 2026, at Reimers Hall. The exhibit aimed to broaden the perspective of the CLSU community in understanding the history and to strengthen their sense of identity and nationalism. It features 25 canvases, including his famous works such as Mother Nature’s Bounty Harvest, Maria Makiling, Nagmamandala, Woman and Boy Walking Against the Wind, and Sungkaan. University President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella, in his inspirational message during the opening of the exhibit, said “Through these masterpieces, we can encounter scenes of everyday life, history, struggle, celebration, and traditions that collectively see our national identity,” highlighting support for each of the meaningful art pieces. Mr. Kenneth Esguerra, senior consultant and curator of Ayala Museum, in his message, defines the museum as an institution for preserving information and Filipino identity. He further highlighted that this exhibit invites the students and faculty to engage with the arts and foster a deeper cultural understanding. The event was also graced by Vice President for Research, Innovation and Extension, Dr. Emmanuel M. Vera Cruz, Associate Director and Head of Exhibitions and Collections of Ayala Museum, Ms. Aprille Tijam, and was organized by the Center for Central Luzon Studies (CCLS), headed by Dr. Melanie P. Tolentino. #SievingForExcellence

Jan. 20, 2026

CLSU Features ItikPINAS Technology in UHAY Festival Grand Parade 2026

With vibrant energy and unity, the Central Luzon State University (CLSU), headed by the University President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella, participated in the 13th Uhay Festival Grand Parade and Float Competition as part of the celebration of the 25th Charter Anniversaryof the Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija, today, January 20. Alongside the CLSU officials and Siel - the official mascot, the University contingent marched proudly through the streets of the Science City of Muñoz, showcasing the university’s solidarity with the local community. The University float featured “Lakan,” a Philippine Mallard duck, reflecting the CLSU spirit–resilient yet humble, grounded yet progressive. The duck flourishes both in land and water, just as the CLSU adapts to the changing needs of society while staying true to its mission of service, innovations, and nation-building. Furthermore, the impressive float was made possible through the efforts of the Research, Innovation and Extension (RIE) Program, particularly Mr. Jomar S. Garabilles who led in the conceptualization and execution, the University Business Affairs Program (UBAP), and likewise the personnel from the Administrative Services Office. “Lakan” - CLSU’s entry, stood as a testament to the university's creativity and technical synergy.

Jan. 20, 2026

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