Focusing on the University's highway perimeter for cleanup, the General Services Office (GSO) continues its commitment to campus beautification and environmental stewardship with its weekly "LuntianTAU" activity on 5 February. This regular initiative ensures the main thoroughfares remain pristine and welcoming.
GSO Director Dr. Benjie M. Dela Vega and Assistant Director Engr. Jesus A. Tolentino lead the field operations, highlighting GSO's commitment to fostering a green and sustainable campus.
Officials from Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) across the country gather in Iloilo City this week to participate in the high-level ASEAN University Network - Quality Assurance (AUN-QA) Tier 1 Training from 9 to 14 February. This intensive program serves as a direct component of the Commission on Higher Educationโs (CHEd) strategic push to elevate the global standing of Philippine HEIs. Specifically, it builds institutional expertise in international quality benchmarks and expands active membership within the AUN and its specialized thematic groups.
Leading the delegation from Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) are Dr. Silverio Ramon DC. Salunson, TAU President, and Dr. Jerome D. Soriano, Director of the Quality Assurance (QA) Office. Their involvement underscores a concerted institutional commitment to aligning TAU's academic programs and systems with rigorous regional standards, a critical step in enhancing international competitiveness in academics, research, and community development.
Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) commends its officials and staff for completing the Certificate Course on Foresight and Futures Thinking (CCFFT), a program facilitated by the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP).
By integrating the CCFFT into the crafting of its new Strategy Framework under the administration of Dr. Silverio Ramon DC. Salunson, TAU demonstrates a proactive approach to institutional growth. The DAP-facilitated sessions allow the University to evaluate past achievements while simultaneously designing a visionary roadmap for the future.
In the quiet intensity of the chessboard, where strategy outweighs strength and patience defines victory, Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) proudly raises one of its own, Mr. Rainier B. Valdez, a young thinker who continues to prove that success is built move by move.
At just 19 years old, Rainier already carries the poise of a seasoned chess player. Hailing from Santa Ignacia, Tarlac, he is currently a Second-Year College student in the College of Business Management (CBM), balancing academic responsibilities with the mental rigor of competitive chess. His journey into the world of black and white squares began early during his elementary years, sparked by a powerful and enduring influence of his father.
More than just an introduction to the game, Rainierโs father became his first mentor, shaping not only his skills but also his discipline, patience, and love for the sport. Their father-and-son bond, forged over countless matches and shared lessons, laid the foundation for Rainierโs growth as a chess player. It is a reminder that behind every sharp mind is often a guiding hand, one that teaches, supports, and believes
In the quiet intensity of the chessboard, where strategy outweighs strength and patience defines victory, Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) proudly raises one of its own, Mr. Rainier B. Valdez, a young thinker who continues to prove that success is built move by move.
At just 19 years old, Rainier already carries the poise of a seasoned chess player. Hailing from Santa Ignacia, Tarlac, he is currently a Second-Year College student in the College of Business Management (CBM), balancing academic responsibilities with the mental rigor of competitive chess. His journey into the world of black and white squares began early during his elementary years, sparked by a powerful and enduring influence of his father.
More than just an introduction to the game, Rainierโs father became his first mentor, shaping not only his skills but also his discipline, patience, and love for the sport. Their father-and-son bond, forged over countless matches and shared lessons, laid the foundation for Rainierโs growth as a chess player. It is a reminder that behind every sharp mind is often a guiding hand, one that teaches, supports, and believes.
Today, Rainier continues to sharpen his strategies by actively joining various chess tournaments across the province and even in neighboring provinces. Each competition serves as both a challenge and a classroom, allowing him to refine his tactics, learn from fellow players, and represent TAU with pride and determination. For him, every match is not just about winning but also pushes him to grow.
