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CASS Faculty and PMS Director Receives Full Grant from SEARCA for Leadership Development Program

May. 13, 2024

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Assoc. Prof. Maria Adrielle S. Estigoy, College of Arts and Social Sciences faculty and Presidential Management Services director, was one of the ten selected grantees of a full grant from the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) and the The Head Foundation (THF) for the 2024 Leadership Development Program for Higher Education Institutions (LDP-HEIs). The program was participated by 28 individuals from 11 Southeast Asian countries composed of HEI presidents, vice presidents, deans, directors, and heads, among others. It runs from March to July 2024 in a blended learning mode. As an output, Assoc. Prof. Estigoy and respective participants crafted their re-entry action plan (REAP) where they can implement in their own institutions. In particular, her REAP presentation was anchored on the concept of possible institutionalization of a policy on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in teaching and learning. To ensure that the REAP of participants were on track, their presentation were critiqued by a panel of faculty lecturers from THF which took place last May 6-10, 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. As part of the LDP-HEI program, participants had the invaluable opportunity to visit Betagro, a company renowned for its innovative practices, as well as prestigious state-owned universities such as Chulalongkorn University and Kasetsart University (KU). These visits were designed to provide real-life best practices and innovations presented by Betagro CEO and KU president, enriching the participants' understanding and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Now in its sixth series, the LDP-HEI by SEARCA and THF aims to empower leaders of HEIs in Southeast Asia by equipping them with the essential skills and knowledge required to lead their universities effectively, ensuring they thrive and remain resilient in the dynamic landscape of the region.

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CLSU Sustains its Standing in the AppliedHE Asia Rankings; Climbs to 2nd Rank Among the Best Public Uni in the Ph

Central Luzon State University (CLSU) has maintained its impressive standing in the latest AppliedHE Public and Private University rankings, affirming its position among the best universities in Asia and in the Philippines as it secured a ranking in the 201-220 bracket, improving its position to 2nd among public universities in the country and 1st in Central Luzon. CLSU shares its national ranking with Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology, Davao Del Norte State College, West Visayas State University, and Pangasinan State University, while the University of the Philippines continues to hold the top spot. The 2026 AppliedHE edition has expanded its coverage to include institutions across the entire Asia region, moving beyond its previous focus on the ASEAN region. This broader scope reflects a more inclusive and comprehensive approach to evaluating university performance across the continent. Open this link to see the full list: https://appliedhe.com/all-asia-public-university-ranking-2026/ #SievingForExcellence #CLSUGoingGlobal All Asia Public University Ranking 2026 - AppliedHE

Dec. 01, 2025

CEn Produces 16 New Licensed Civil Engineers

The College of Engineering (CEn) celebrates the newest batch of 16 licensed civil engineers who recently took the challenging November 2025 Civil Engineering Licensure Examination given by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC). Their success has resulted in an institutional passing rate of 17.78%, an achievement that underscores their persistence and intellectual fortitude. To our new Civil Engineers, our warmest congratulations on reaching this pivotal career milestone! We also extend our profound encouragement to those who did not achieve the desired outcome this time. Your resilience is valued, and this setback is merely a pause in your professional journey. The entire CLSU Community supports your commitment, and we look forward to celebrating your inevitable success when the time is right for you. Padayon, Sielesyuans!

Dec. 01, 2025

Pres. Abella Attends Senate Plenary Hearing on FY 2026 SUC Budgets

University President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella joined fellow State Universities and Colleges (SUC) leaders during the Senate plenary deliberation on the proposed FY 2026 SUC expenditure program held on November 24, 2025, at the GSIS Building, Pasay City. Prior to the plenary session, Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Chair Dr. Shirley C. Agrupis, together with Commissioners Ricmar Aquino, Myrna Mallari, and Michelle Ong, met with SUC presidents to discuss the Commission’s priority initiatives, including research and development (R&D) programs aimed at strengthening production in the agriculture and aquatic sectors. Chair Agrupis also announced that the free higher education accumulated deficiency to SUCs is now set to be given. In addition, the allocation details for higher education institutions nationwide were presented and clarified. After more than two hours of deliberation, the budget for higher education institutions was approved at almost 140 billion pesos. Of the total proposed budget, CLSU is set to receive 1.2 billion pesos for FY 2026, placing it third among SUCs outside the National Capital Region with the highest budget allocation, next to Mindanao State University and Mariano Marcos State University. Also in attendance during the Senate plenary hearing were Ms. Jinky Parugrug, Financial Management Services Director, Ms. Clarissa Valeriano, Budget Office Chief, and Assoc. Prof. Maria Adrielle Estigoy, Presidential Management Services (PMS) Director, Mr. Roberto Miguel Sayco, and Mr. Florence Dave Asuncion, from the Office of the President and PMS, respectively.

Nov. 27, 2025

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