CAPTURED IN LENS | Twenty-eight Presidents of State Universities and Colleges (SUCs), Officers In-Charge (OIC), and their assistants, under the leadership of the Commission on Higher Education (CHEd) Commissioner Dr. Desiderio R. Apag III convene for a forum and training-workshop hosted by the Jose Rizal Memorial State University (JRMSU) and co-hosted by Cotabato State University (CotSU) in Dapitan City, Zamboanga del Norte, 9-10 June.

Anchored on the theme “28 Strong Leaders Committed To One Vision, One Goal. Forging a Unified Vision for Philippine Higher Education: The First SUCs Executive Forum 2025,” the gathering urges SUC leaders to engage in discussions on SUC board protocols, updated legal and procedural requirements, addressing legal concerns, familiarizing themselves on the 20 revised rules on Administrative Cases issued by the Civil Service (RRACS) and CHED, digitalization in CHED processing of data, SUC leveling, monitoring of Land Use Development and Infrastructure Plan (LUDIP), strategic directions of SUCs in attaining their goals, and highlighting the balance of strong leadership and mental awareness for SUC leaders.

𝐂𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐒 | 𝐓𝐀𝐔 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐩 𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫, 𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬

To continue its support for graduating students and boost the University’s employment rate, the Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU), through the efforts of the Student Placement Office (SPO), conducted a Pre-Employment Orientation Seminar (PEOS) at the Gilberto O. Teodoro Multipurpose Center from 29-30 May and 2 June.

The participants from six colleges of the University learned about resume writing techniques, interview preparation, and cultivating a culture of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) through interactive sessions with TAU faculty members and staff: Dr. Rene G. Nanit, Mr. Nestor R. Dadufalza II, Mr. April Christian L. De Leon, Ms. Czarina C. Aguilar, Mr. Nelmark G. Gualberto, Ms. Maria C. Tobago, Mr. Jessie E. Dela Cruz, Engr. John Leonard M. Constantino, Mr. Jasper S. Alfonso, Dr. Esmeralda P. Rodriguez, Dr. Jerome D. Soriano, Ms. Venus P. Benitez, Dr. Allan Jeffrey E. Francia, Mr. Johnny A. Parel, and Ms. Neptune S. Solar.

CHRONICLES | Empowering Public Service through Innovation: TAU contributes to Nationwide Frontline Service Inspection

Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) has made a significant contribution to the nationwide frontline service inspection by embracing digital tools, designating dedicated Public Officers of the Day, and enhancing transparency in line with government mandates. These initiatives show the University's steadfast dedication to enhancing operational effectiveness and service delivery for all stakeholders.

The Committee on Anti-Red Tape (ARTA) at TAU under the leadership of its Chairperson, Dr. Arnold R. Lorenzo (Vice President for Finance and Administration); Vice Chairperson, Dr. Leonell P. Lijauco (Vice President for Planning and Quality Assurance); and Focal Person, Ms. Yolanda F. Juan (Chief Administrative Officer for Administration) started this with an announcement of the inspection during its flag-raising Ceremony on 13 May and posting of publication material in front of the TAU main gate.  Also, a meeting of the Committee on Anti-Red Tape (CART) was conducted on 14 May to discuss schedule and mode of inspection of frontline services.

𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐁𝐔𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍 | 𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐚𝐜 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲

Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) joins all Tarlaqueños in celebrating the birth anniversary of Ambassador Eduardo “Danding” M. Cojuangco, Jr., a visionary and compassionate leader whose contributions continue to inspire generations. 

We, at TAU, continue to honor the life and legacy of Ambassador Danding, a true son of Tarlac!

No office transactions today. Regular operations will resume tomorrow, 11 June.

𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | Gathering its faculty members, staff, and officials for the flag-raising ceremony led by the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA) officials, the Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) convenes in front of the Learning Resource Center (LRC) Building, 9 June.

Subsequent to the the singing of patriotic hymns, the Admission and Registration Services (ARS) through Ms. Gina V. Duran, Registrar, commends the TAU community for adhering to the recognition and graduation guidelines which contributed to the success of 79th Commencement Exercises on 5-6 June.

Ms. Duran also announces the schedule of ongoing enrollment for the undergraduate programs and the start of classes on 16 June and confirms the enrollment for graduate programs which will start on 16-20 June while the start of its classes is set on 21 June.