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CLSU Sustainability Champs Recognize in Asia Pacific CEO Awards 2025

May. 21, 2025

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University President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella and College of Home Science and Industry faculty Dr. Dana G. Vera Cruz were awarded the Sustainability Champion Award and Outstanding Sustainability Practices Award, respectively, during the Asia Pacific Sustainability and Conference Award 2025 held on May 21, 2025, at the M World Hotel, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. President Abella was recognized for his unwavering commitment to embedding sustainability into Central Luzon State University’s (CLSU) academic, research, and operational systems. Under his leadership, the University is championing renewable energy adoption, climate-resilient agriculture, and inclusive community development. On his behalf, Dr. Emmanuel M. Vera Cruz, Vice President for Research and Extension, received the award. Dr. Vera Cruz, on the other hand, was honored for her globally acclaimed Tilapia Ice Cream innovation and the P5 Framework—People, Planet, Product, Partnership, and Profit—that guides Vera Bella Enterprises’ sustainable business model. Their stories will be featured in the Asia Pacific Awardees—Cenderahati Book, which will be distributed to foreign embassies across Malaysia. Meanwhile, in a heartfelt tribute also during the said event, Dr. Billy Tang Chee Seng, Global Chair and CEO of PWD Smart FarmAbility Malaysia awarded the Global HOPE Award to President Abella, Dr. Vera Cruz, Vera Bella Managing Partner, Dr. Tereso A. Abella, former CLSU President and Vera Bella President, and Dr. Pablo J. Rafael, CLSU Business Development Division Director where he manages the Agriculture and Food Technology Business Incubator that supports incubatees. The HOPE Award honors those demonstrating extraordinary inclusive leadership, regenerative impact, and social equity, particularly those who are championing marginalized, disability-led, or underserved communities. The said event was participated by over 180 delegates from China, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, Egypt, and the Philippines. #SievingForExcellence #PartnershipForTheGoals

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VP for Academic Affairs is 2025 Outstanding Muñozonian

Dr. Ravelina R. Velasco, Vice President for Academic Affairs of Central Luzon State University, has been recognized as one of the 2025 Outstanding Muñozonians by the Wag-Wag Club for her dedication to education, science, and public service. The awarding ceremony was held on December 29, 2025, at the Science City of Muñoz Gymnasium during the 76th Anniversary of the Wag-Wag Club. The Club bestowed this honor to celebrate individuals whose leadership and service help shape Muñoz’s progress and shared future. This recognition highlights Dr. Velasco’s efforts in advancing academic leadership and community-driven initiatives in Muñoz and beyond. It also holds personal significance since her mother, Marieta Mendoza Recometa, a midwife by profession, was similarly honored by the Wag-Wag Club as an Outstanding Muñozonian in 1967. The award continues a legacy of service spanning generations. Receiving this award underscores that the university’s objectives remain connected with the community’s needs, promoting progress through education and civic duty. Photo by: Science City of Muñoz Facebook Page

Jan. 07, 2026

CLSU Transfers Chairmanship of DC-SUC III/CIRPS to TSU

The Central Luzon State University (CLSU) officially transferred the chairmanship of the Development Council of State Universities and Colleges Region III – Center for Interinstitutional Research and Policy Studies (DCSUC III/CIRPS) to Tarlac State University (TSU) during the Turnover Ceremony on December 17, 2025, at Hotel Seoul, Clark, Pampanga. Under the leadership of CLSU President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella and Executive Director Dr. Emil F. Ubaldo, CLSU concluded its 2024–2025 term. During this period, the Council successfully steered 13 State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) across Region III toward advancements in research, innovation, and evidence-based policy development. During the event, Pres. Abella led the symbolic passing of the key of responsibility, signifying the formal transfer of leadership to TSU. Dr. Arnold E. Velasco, TSU President, accepted the role as the new Chairperson of DCSUC III/CIRPS and affirmed his commitment to steering the Council toward sustainable, inclusive, and research-driven universities. The turnover ceremony also served as a venue to acknowledge the collective efforts of member SUCs in strengthening inter-institutional collaboration, enhancing research capacity, and promoting responsive policy studies across the region. #SievingForExcellence

Dec. 22, 2025

CLSU Shines in September and November 2025 LET, Surpassing Nat’l Passing Rates and Ranking 8th in Secondary Education

The Central Luzon State University (CLSU), through its College of Education (CEd), has once again reaffirmed its status as a Center of Excellence after posting outstanding institutional passing rates in the September and November 2025 Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) released by the Professional Regulation Commission. CLSU recorded a 90.48% passing rate in Elementary Education and 91.99% in Secondary Education, significantly higher than the national passing rates of 51.04% and 72.62 percent, respectively. Further strengthening its impressive performance, the University ranked 8th nationwide among top-performing schools with 300 or more examinees in Secondary Education. This marks CLSU’s second consecutive year to secure a place among the country’s top-performing institutions in the said category. A total of 363 “Golden Grains" passed the LET with 76 from Elementary Education and 287 from Secondary Education, earning their professional licenses. This achievement underscores CEd’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its dedication to producing globally competitive educators. Congratulations to all our newly licensed Professional Teachers!

Dec. 18, 2025

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