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CLSU Subjects 3 Graduate Programs to Level IV AACCUP Accreditation

Oct. 26, 2023

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Central Luzon State University (CLSU) once again subjected three of its graduate programs to an online accreditation survey visit of the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities of the Philippines (AACCUP) Inc. for its 2nd cycle under Level IV Phase II from October 25-27, 2023. The Master of Science in Aquaculture offered by the College of Fisheries and Master of Science in Education, and Doctor of Philosophy in Development Education offered by the College of Education will undergo evaluation in five areas including the number of published refereed journals, extension and community impact, employability of graduates, and excellent outcomes in research. Dr. Theody B. Sayco, College of Engineering Dean and OIC VP for Academic Affairs delivered the welcome remarks in which he expressed his gratitude to the accreditors and the local task force for their efforts in ensuring that the programs will effectively achieve their objective of providing quality education to students. Meanwhile, Dr. Evaristo A. Abella, VP for Administration and OIC of the Office of the University President, emphasized that CLSU's mandate is to provide students with the quality education in their chosen discipline, and the accreditation process can help in identifying the strength and weaknesses for each program. "An external examiner is one who objectively evaluates and identifies our strengths and weaknesses, and as we dwell on our strengths, we address our weaknesses" said Dr. Abella. Leading the AACCUP evaluators is Dr. Boyet L. Batang from Isabela State University, who introduced the accrediting task force and discussed the essence of accreditation and documents which needs to be scrutinized. The AACCUP evaluation aims to develop a culture of quality in the different SUCs to maintain excellent features and processes of the curricular programs being offered. Other activities during the accreditation are the presentation of documents for the areas to be visited, interview with students and faculty, and a virtual tour of the facilities.

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Central Luzon State University (CLSU) has upgraded its technological resources by donating 100 input devices, including keyboards and mouse. This collaborative effort was made possible through the partnership of Global Galaxy Distribution Inc. and STS Corp., a long-standing food concessionaire within the university. This contribution aims to modernize the existing equipment across various administrative offices and academic laboratories at the University. University President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella, formally accepted the donation from Mr. John Harlem Roqlie, Project Manager of Global Galaxy Distribution Inc. joined by his colleagues, Mr. Vincent V. Enrique, Mr. Raymund R. Reta, and Mr. Isnadil H. Isnani, as well as Ms. Marites Santos, owner of STS Corp. During the event, President Abella expressed profound gratitude for the donation, emphasizing that these new devices will enhance the productivity and overall experience for students and staff. The donated devices are Aula Philippines products, featuring a wired optical mouse with 7 responsive buttons, 4-speed adjustable DPI settings, and 26-key anti-ghosting capabilities, designed to facilitate smooth multi-key presses and improve user efficiency.

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AACCUP Conducts Institutional Accreditation at CLSU

The Central Luzon State University (CLSU) is undergoing a comprehensive four-day institutional accreditation process by the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP). This process began today, July 1, and will conclude on July 4, 2025. This comprehensive evaluation underscores CLSU's unwavering commitment to upholding and enhancing the quality of its entire operations and adherence to national and international quality standards. The AACCUP accreditation team is meticulously assessing nine key areas of the university: Governance and Management; Teaching, Learning, and Evaluation; Faculty and Staff; Research; Extension and Consultancy; Linkages; Support to Students; Library, Infrastructure, and Learning Resources; and Quality Assurance Culture. These evaluations ensure that all parts of the university meet standards for academic excellence and efficient operations. The esteemed accreditors are Dr. Milabel E. Ho, Executive Director and Team Coordinator, AACCUP IA, Dr. Anthony M. Penaso, AACCUP Teamleader and current President of Bohol Island State University, Dr. Emmylou B. Yanga, Former Regional Director of CHEDRO IV, Dr. Emily M. Arangote, Former President of Aklan State University, Dr. Cecilio L. Manarpaac, Former Quality Assurance Director of Palawan State University, Dr. Benhur A. Asid, University Librarian of Western Mindanao State University, and Dr. Myrna Q. Mallari, former President of Tarlac State University. During the opening program, Dr. Ho poetically characterized CLSU as "the hub of educational farmers toiling the fertile soil of academic excellence and a haven for agricultural enthusiasts romancing with nature and agri-aqua resources to advance economics in the region”. She further defined the university as an institution "Committed to Leading Standards Unwaveringly." Additionally, Dr. Evaristo A. Abella presented CLSU's significant milestones and accomplishments achieved over the years, highlighting the university's progressive journey and substantial contributions. Before this, a courtesy visit to the CLSU President was held as part of the preliminaries where exchange of pleasantries between the Executive Committee and accreditors was witnessed. This institutional accreditation reaffirms CLSU's dedication to continuous improvement and its pursuit of excellence across all endeavors, solidifying its position as a premier educational and research institution in the Philippines.

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Central Luzon State University (CLSU) has achieved another significant milestone, solidifying its standing as the second top State University in the Philippines, following the University of the Philippines System, and seventh overall, according to the esteemed SCImago Institutions Ranking, which uses data from Scopus and SciVal. Driven by its vision to become a National Research University, CLSU's impact is evident across key ranking categories. In the Research Ranking, which assesses the volume, impact, and quality of an institution's research output, CLSU achieved the 50th position in the Philippines. Notably, the Innovation Ranking, calculated based on patent applications and citations of research output from patents, CLSU claims the top spot leading the Philippine Higher Education Institutions in the country. For the Societal Ranking, based on website presence, backlinks, and social media mentions, the University ranked 90th nationally. CLSU has also demonstrated strong capabilities across various fields, including 7th in Agricultural and Biological Sciences, 2nd in Environmental Science, 3rd in Veterinary, and 12th in Social Sciences. This recognition truly underscores CLSU's unwavering commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and academic contributions across critical disciplines. #SievingforExcellence

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