JUST IN | Consultation Forum of Luzon Economic Corridor Initiative

Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) President Dr. Silverio Ramon DC. Salunson actively participates in the consultation forum of the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) initiative, a major trilateral undertaking of the United States, the Philippines, and Japan, held at the Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria, Ortigas, Quezon City, 29 January. 

The LEC initiative, formally announced during the Trilateral Leaders’ Summit in Washington, D.C., aims to accelerate coordinated investments in high-impact infrastructure projects spanning Subic, Clark, Manila, and Batangas. This strategic corridor is envisioned to further strengthen connectivity, boost economic activity, and drive inclusive growth across key growth centers in Luzon and the broader Philippine economy.

𝐂𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐒 | TAU’s CAF students complete Canada-ASEAN SEED program

Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) students from the College of Agriculture and Forestry (CAF) namely Ms. Angelica M. Mallari and Mr. John Aldrin G. Galang have successfully concluded their program for the Fall 2025 semester at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) Richmond Campus through the Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchange for Development (SEED) in British Columbia, Canada from 2 September to 20 December 2025.

Through this program, Ms. Mallari and Mr. Galang had the opportunity to study Applied Organic Agriculture III, Plant Science, and Ecologically-Based Pest Management. Their academic achievement will be useful in organic agriculture towards the future of Philippine farming supported by TAU’s vision on agriculture.

Canada-ASEAN SEED program’s objective is to reinforce Canada’s partnership ties with countries in the ASEAN region through networks and collaboration with institutional partners that will contribute meaningfully to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

𝐂𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐒 | 𝐔𝐏𝐒 𝐓𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐚𝐜’𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧

Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) exchange students from the Universitas Pancasakti (UPS) Tegal, Indonesia, toured the host province, Tarlac, known as the “Melting Pot of Central Luzon” as part of the International Credit Transfer Program on 12 December 2025.

The cultural trip began at the Diwa ng Tarlac where the exchange students were captivated by the art gallery and the showcased local products. They continued to explore the newly renovated Carlos P. Romulo Library and tried the local street foods at Mercato embracing the authentic flavors of the city. As the evening approached, the group visited the Plaza and concluded the day with an early dinner.

The students were accompanied by the staff of the External Linkages and International Affairs (ELIA) office, namely Mr. Jayson Elenzano, Mr. Mark Aldwin Agbayani, and Ms. Ann Xylih Calma.  

The students carried home a profound appreciation for the Philippines and a collection of memories that bridged the gap between the two cultures.

𝐂𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐒 | 𝐓𝐀𝐔 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐔𝐏𝐒 𝐓𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥

Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) held a hybrid closing ceremony to honor the completion of the International Credit Transfer Program for the students of Universitas Pancasakti (UPS) Tegal, Indonesia on 15 December 2025 via Zoom and face-to-face at the TAU Agritourism Hostel. 

The ceremony marked the conclusion of a semester-long academic journey, during which the Indonesian students namely Harris Fadillah who enrolled in the College of Engineering and Technology (CET), Aslih Auladhana who engaged in the College of Business and Management (CBM), as well as Ignacia Efie Liya Rini, Berliana Maharani and Denawa Lutfiana who belonged to the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) immersed themselves in the Philippines, fostering cross-cultural understanding and academic growth in TAU. 

The event commenced with a solemn ecumenical prayer followed by the singing of the national anthems of both the Philippines and Indonesia. Dr. Mariella Alexes Espiritu, Director of the Office of Curriculum and Instruction (OCI), delivered the opening remarks on behalf of Dr. Sonny DC. Torres, Vice President for Academic Affairs.