𝓣𝓸𝓪𝓼𝓽𝓼 & 𝓦𝓲𝓼𝓱𝓮𝓼

Today, 11 August, we are one with the Commission on Higher Education (CHEd) in celebrating the birthday of Atty. Lily Freida C. Mcabangun-Milla, Director of CHEd - International Affairs Service (IAS).

Atty. Lily has been an active driving force behind Tarlac Agricultural University’s (TAU) growing global presence. Her leadership has helped expand TAU’s international partnerships, increased cross-border mobility, supported integration of sustainable development, and boosted TAU’s standing in world rankings.

We are deeply grateful for your generosity and leadership. As you continue to guide higher education institutions (HEIs) in their internationalization journey, we also warmly wish you renewed vitality, continued wisdom, and fulfillment in all your endeavors.

𝓝𝓪𝓻𝓪𝓰𝓼𝓪𝓴 𝓪 𝓹𝓪𝓷𝓪𝓰𝓴𝓪𝓼𝓪𝓷𝓰𝓪𝔂 𝓶𝓸, 𝓐𝓽𝓽𝔂. 𝓛𝓲𝓵𝔂!!

CAPTURED IN LENS | Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) officially opens the new academic year with a flag ceremony in front of the Gilberto O. Teodoro Multipurpose Hall on 11 August. The Sociocultural Development Office (SDO) and TAU Chorale lead the event, attended by students, faculty, staff, and administrators, to mark the start of the new semester.

Key officials address the assembly: Dr. Danilo N. Oficiar, Director of Office of Student Services and Development (OSSD), announces college-based and University-wide orientation schedules; Dr. Marianne P Villaruel, Director of External Linkages and International Affairs (ELIA), welcomes international exchange students from Universitas Pancasakti Tegal; and Dr. Joven D. Valdez, Director of National Service Training Program (NSTP) informs students of the date of orientation for Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC), Civic Welfare Training Service (CWTS), and Literacy Training Service (LTS). Also, Mr. Orlando H. Locading Jr., Chief of the Presidential Management Staff (PMS), introduces the members of the Administrative Council (AdCo).

𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | Ensuring a properly informed workforce capable of implementing public policies more effectively, the Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) holds an orientation at the Farmers' Training Center on 8 August to update officials and staff from various departments and units under the Office of the Vice President for Finance and Administration (OVPFA) on current national employment policies and university regulations. 

The gathering focuses on compliance with labor guidelines and institutional rules to maintain proper adherence across all University operations. By empowering OVPFA personnel with the necessary knowledge and skills, TAU strengthens its commitment to lawful and efficient operations, guaranteeing responsive and efficient services to its clientele.

𝓣𝓸𝓪𝓼𝓽𝓼 & 𝓦𝓲𝓼𝓱𝓮𝓼

Today, 13 August, we are happy to greet Dr. Geraldin B. Dela Cruz, Director of Internal Audit Services (IAS), a blessed and memorable birthday! 

Aside from teaching at the College of Engineering and Technology (CET), Sir Geri, as his colleagues and students fondly know him, has been instrumental in ensuring that all University processes and procedures adhere to public policies and international standards. 

We wish him all the best in life as he celebrates this day surrounded by his loving family and friends.

𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | To check the readiness of facilities and assess the status of preparations on the first day of classes for Academic Year 2025-2026, the Tarlac Agricultural University's (TAU) top management visits the colleges and engages with officials, faculty members, staff, and students on 11 August.

Under the leadership of TAU President Dr. Silverio Ramon DC. Salunson, the dialogue and campus tour also aim to determine the immediate priorities of the academic community as TAU welcomes 6,875 students across its 20 undergraduate programs.

𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐁𝐔𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍 | 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 (𝐎𝐒𝐒𝐃)

All concerned students are advised to attend their college-specific and university-wide orientation programs at the Gilberto O. Teodoro Multipurpose Center from 12 to 15 August 2025.

Key University officials and office representatives will discuss important school policies, guidelines, and updates. For further details, please refer to the attached posters.

𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐁𝐔𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍 | 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 (𝐍𝐒𝐓𝐏)

All first year and returning students are required to attend the National Service Training Program (NSTP) Orientation at the Gilberto O. Teodoro Multipurpose Center on 16 August. The morning session (8:30 AM) is for CAF, CAS, and CVM students, while the afternoon session (1:00 PM) is for CBM, CEd, and CET students.

This orientation will outline your roles, responsibilities, and the programs’ objectives for AY 2025-2026. Your attendance is mandatory as it marks the official commencement of your NSTP journey and service commitment to the community. You may also follow TAU NSTP’s Facebook Page for more updates: https://www.facebook.com/tau.nstp.2023/.

𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐒 | 𝐀𝐥𝐩𝐡𝐚 𝟐𝟓: 𝐓𝐀𝐔-𝐂𝐄𝐝 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐁𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐜𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭

The Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) - College of Education (CEd) welcomed 25 pioneering first-year students of the newly offered Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Science (BSESS) program at the start of the semester, 11 August.

According to the Admission and Registration Services (ARS) Office, despite the strong interest from aspiring enrollees, only a select few qualified, as admission standards were set at a high level to ensure that those accepted demonstrate the academic capability and dedication aligned with CEd’s rigorous entrance requirements.

Among the trailblazing members of this initial BSESS batch are Mr. Juls Ivann J. Limayo and Ms. Christine DT. Laureta, both from Camiling, who envision themselves as a future fitness coach and a Physical Education (PE) teacher, respectively.