𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐒 | 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐥𝐥: 𝐓𝐀𝐔 𝐆𝐀𝐃 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐧

In a historic first for the institution, the Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) Gender and Development (GAD) Office convened the inaugural General Assembly of its MOVE (Men Opposed to Violence Against Women Everywhere) KATROPA (KAlalakihang Tapat sa Responsibilidad at Obligasyon sa Pamilya) organization at the Continuing Education Center on 4 December.

The landmark gathering formally affirmed the University’s commitment to mobilizing men as proactive partners in advancing gender equality, preventing violence, and upholding shared family responsibilities. It marked a significant evolution in TAU’s holistic approach to gender advocacy. While traditional initiatives had largely focused on empowering women and LGBTQIA+ members, this assembly signaled a strategic shift toward engaging men directly, not only as allies but as empowered leaders within their respective homes, workplaces, and communities.

GAD Director Dr. Ma. Theresa B. Nardo set the tone with her opening message, underscoring the program’s pivotal role in cultivating a safer and more inclusive campus environment. This was later reinforced by TAU President Silverio Ramon DC. Salunson, who shared personal insights and practical advice with the male workforce.

𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐒 | 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭

A research paper authored by Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEED) students achieved a rare distinction at an international academic conference, standing out not only for its methodology but also for the academic level of its authors.

The study, titled “English Language Anxiety Among BEED Students: Basis for an Intervention Plan,” was presented at the joint 1st International Conference on Graduate Research in Teacher Education (IC-GRaTE 2025) and the 3rd International Graduate Teacher Education Summit (IGTES), held at Palawan State University (PSU) in Puerto Princesa City, 19-21 November

Notably, the paper was the only undergraduate research accepted for presentation in a conference otherwise dominated by graduate studies. Beyond mere acceptance, the paper excelled in the competition. It was ranked 5th overall among 70 submitted and reviewed research manuscripts and was subsequently honored with a Best Paper Award.

𝐂𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐒 | 𝐄𝐋𝐈𝐀’𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐃𝐞𝐯’𝐭. 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐅𝐒𝐓𝐏, 𝐄𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐦𝐮𝐬+ 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐧 - 𝐋𝐮𝐳𝐨𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐠

Ms. Caroline N. Gabis, Chief for Partnership Development of the External Linkages and International Affairs (ELIA) Office, represented Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) in the Foreign Scholarships and Training Program (FSTP) and Erasmus+ Caravan – Luzon Leg held at the Monarch Hotel in Calasiao, Pangasinan on October 22-23, 2025.

The event was organized by the Commission on Higher Education – International Affairs Service (CHED-IAS), led by Atty. Lily Freida Milla, CESO III, OIC Deputy Executive Director, in coordination with CHED Regional Office I, under the supervision of TAU-ELIA’s former Director, Dr. Christine N. Ferrer, now appointed Officer-in-Charge (OIC), Deputy Executive Director IV of CHED.

In line with the goal of strengthening collaborative initiatives between Philippine Higher Education Institutions (PHEIs) and the European Union, academic leaders and representatives from various HEIs in Luzon engaged in sessions aimed at broadening their understanding of academic exchanges, mobility programs, institutional partnerships, and linkages.

𝐂𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐒 | 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄-𝐑𝐎𝟑 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐀𝐔 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐣𝐨𝐛 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 

Reinforcing their commitment to helping graduates find employment opportunities, the Department of Labor and Employment – Regional Office III (DOLE-RO3) and the Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) renewed their partnership through a memorandum of agreement signing at the TAU Office of the University President Conference Room on November 21, 2025.

During the signing ceremony, TAU was led by Dr. Silverio Ramon, DC. Salunson, University President, together with Dr. Arnold R. Lorenzo, Vice President for Finance and Administration (VPFA), and Dr. Sonny DC. Torres, Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs (VPASA). The ceremony was also attended by representatives from the Student Placement Office (SPO) and the Office of External Linkages and International Affairs (ELIA).

DOLE-RO3 was represented by its Regional Director, Ms. Geraldine M. Panlilio, alongside Mr. Jose Roberto L. Navata, Provincial Head of DOLE Tarlac, as well as its Senior Labor and Employment Officer, Mr. Jumel A. Vitao.

On behalf of the SPO Director, Dr. Benny S. Soliman, Ms. Czarina C. Aguilar, SPO Assistant Director, conveyed Dr. Soliman’s message to DOLE-RO3, officially welcoming them to the University and expressing the commitment to a continued partnership in supporting student development and employment initiatives.