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PhD in Aquaculture Students Lead First Seagrass Ecosystem Assessment in Dasol, Pangasinan

Oct. 24, 2023

Alvin Reyes | SCO

Graduate students of the College of Fisheries taking PhD in Aquaculture conducted a two-day assessment of the seagrass ecosystem in Dasol, Pangasinan on March 18-19, 2023 to determine the present status of the said ecosystem in the area. In coordination with the Dasol Municipal Agriculture Office, Ms. Villalyn N. Orias, the focal person for fisheries assisted the group to identify the sites in Barangay Tambobong and Uli. The activity included the evaluation and collection of samples using the transect-quadrat method, assessment of species composition, seagrass cover, relative density, biomass estimate, environmental quality, as well as the presence of associated microbenthic fauna. In terms of water quality, important parameters were monitored using digital equipment while the characteristics of the sediment were determined at the Regional Soils Laboratory of the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Office 3. Meanwhile, the disturbances and management measures were identified through personal interviews with the key informants. Initial results disclosed that Tambobong was more polluted than Uli that could be due to anthropogenic factors, as the area is one of Dasol’s tourist destinations. In addition, the local government has underdeveloped Coastal Resource Management plan to support the sustainability of the town’s aquatic resources. The findings were forwarded to the Municipal Agriculture Office and the researchers received commendation for pioneering an initiative that will provide basis in identifying management strategies for the town’s vital ecosystem. Dasol is one of the coastal municipalities of Pangasinan with rich fisheries resources and because of its significant production of salt with almost 10,000 salt beds operating across coastal and riverine villages, the town was dubbed as the “Home of Quality Salt”. 

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OSA kicks off Guidance Awareness Month 2026

The Office of Student Affairs (OSA), led by its dean, Dr. Irene G. Bustos, officially launched the Guidance Awareness Month Celebration today, with a motorcade and an opening program centered on the theme, "WE (Women and Everyone) for Mental Health, Gender Equality, and Inclusive Society." Following a campus parade, the kickoff activities culminated in the OSA hallway. Dr. Bustos, delivered a welcome remark, urging the students to participate in the upcoming initiatives prepared for them actively. Meanwhile, Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Ravelina R. Velasco, conveyed an inspirational message emphasizing the impact of student support. "Guidance is transformation through understanding. It is empowerment through listening. It is hope made visible through support," she shared. She further reminded the community that this month is about more than just events—it is a renewal of the university’s commitment to listen with compassion and guide with wisdom. "Because when one student finds direction," she shared, "the future finds new possibilities." The following activities for Guidance Awareness Month are as follows: March 06, 2026 | College Guidance Coordinator Radio Guesting (CHSI & CVSM) March 12, 2026 | Baletanga - Making Contest March 13, 2026 | College Guidance Coordinator Radio Guesting (CED, ASTS, & USHS) March 13, 2026 | College Guidance Caravan 2026 (CEn) March 16, 2026 | College Guidance Caravan 2026 (CASS) March 18, 2026 | College Guidance Caravan 2026 (CEd, CHSI, & CBA) March 19, 2026 | College Guidance Caravan 2026 (CF) March 20, 2026 | College Guidance Coordinator Radio Guesting (CBA, COS, & CF) March 20, 2026 | College Guidance Caravan 2026 (CVSM) March 24, 2026 | College Guidance Caravan 2026 (COS) March 25, 2026 | College Guidance Caravan 2026 (CAg) March 26, 2026 | Strengthening Mental Health Rights for All Genders in the Digital Age -CED Teacher's Hall March 26, 2026 | Juana Sayawit - CLSU Auditorium March 27, 2026 | College Guidance Coordinator Radio Guesting (CAG, CASS, & CEN) #SievingForExcellence

Mar. 02, 2026

CLSU, DBM Region III Convene for FDU Meeting

To ensure efficient budget utilization, the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Region III conducted a Full-Time Delivery Unit (FDU) meeting at the Central Luzon State University (CLSU) New Administration Conference Room on February 26, 2026. The meeting served as an avenue to evaluate the university’s financial and physical performance. Particular scrutiny was applied to the status of ongoing infrastructure projects funded under the General Appropriations Act (GAA). University President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella spearheaded the presentation, highlighting the university’s key milestones and fiscal accomplishments from the preceding year. To further validate the infra projects, a technical team from the DBM—composed of Chief Budget and Management Specialist II Ms. Adoracion Q. Mangalino, and Specialists Ms. Andrea Anne R. Tulabut and Ms. Arnelie R. Guiao—conducted on-site inspections of both ongoing and completed physical infrastructure developments to ensure compliance with government standards and timelines. The key officials present were Vice President for Administration, Dr. Ariel G. Mactal, Director of Financial Management Services Office, Ms. Jinky Parugrug, Director of Strategic Planning and Infrastructure Management Office, Mr. Ryan Esteban, Director of Administrative Services Office, Dr. Cheryl Ramos, and Director of Human Resource Management and Development Office, Mr. Jonathan Gurion, to provide data-driven insights and respond to specific inquiries regarding their respective functional areas. The session concluded with an open forum, further reinforcing CLSU’s commitment to transparency, collective decision-making, and good governance.

Feb. 27, 2026

CLSU, Atolita Farms Corp. Partner to Boost Dairy and Livestock Research

Central Luzon State University (CLSU), through the Small Ruminant Center (SRC), formalized a strategic industry–academe partnership with Atolita Farms Corporation through a ceremonial Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing. The collaboration aims to strengthen innovation, improve production systems, and support the advancement of the goat industry through shared expertise and collaborative initiatives. The event was led by University President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella and joined by SRC Director Neal A. Del Rosario and Ms. Leny Lyn M. Del Rosario. While the Atolita Farms delegation was headed by Chairman Mahmut Koray Erimez, alongside CEO Johanna Erimez, Chief Financial Officer Edwin Valencia, and Chief HR Officer Jopen Cobangbang. The MOU is a non-financial framework agreement but it highlights CLSU’s proactive engagement in livestock sector modernization and national food security. By bridging the gap between the classroom and the field, the University continues to create meaningful opportunities for faculty and staff researchers, and the broader agricultural community through responsible industry partnerships. #SievingForExcellence

Feb. 27, 2026

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