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Tarlac Agricultural University's Associate Professor Dr. Benny S. Soliman is representing the institution at an International Forum on Mental Health and Positive Well-Being in Indonesia. Today, 9 February, he is delivering a guest lecture titled "The KALINGA Model as an Approach to Assisting Others in Mental Well-Being" at the Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR).

Dr. Soliman is not alone in this international engagement; he is joined by four BS Psychology students from TAU College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) who are participating in classes and activities at UNAIR throughout the forum, which runs from 9 to 13 February.

𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐀𝐔 | 𝐁𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 (𝐁𝐏𝐀) 𝐅𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕

Setting the stage for collaborative fiscal planning, the Tarlac Agricultural University convenes for its Budget Partnership Agreement (BPA) orientation for Fiscal Year 2027, bringing together key administrators and stakeholders, led by University President Dr. Silverio Ramon DC. Salunson, to plan the institution's financial future. 

The agenda proceeds with a detailed review of the 2025 budget utilization and the proposed capital outlay projects for FY 2026 and 2027, led by Ms. Meyce I Juan and Engr. Rochel E. Vibar, respectively. The session culminates in an open forum where participants prioritize projects and select official representatives to finalize the partnership agreement, ensuring a transparent and inclusive budgeting process for the upcoming fiscal year.

𝐂𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐒 | 𝐂𝐄𝐓 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐤𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫, 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲

Guided by the evocative theme, "The Games of Districts: Linkage of Counterparts Uniquely Played," the College of Engineering and Technology (CET) at Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) officially ignited its highly anticipated CET Week 2026 on 4 February.  

Organized by CET under the leadership of Dean Dr. Ruben A. Parazo and the College Student Council (CSC), the festivities began with a Grand Parade of Colors, which painted the campus in a kaleidoscope. Student, faculty, and staff contingents marched from the Administration Building through the University’s major landmarks, eventually converging at the CET grounds. 

The parade was followed immediately by an Opening Program at the Laboratory School (LS), honored by the University President Dr. Silverio Ramon DC. Salunson and other University officials. Afterwhich, an intellectually stimulating General Seminar focused on professional development.

The afternoon buzzed with a different kind of energy as the official Inaugural Event paved the way for the opening of organization booths. The first day reached its competitive peak with a diverse lineup of talent showcases held simultaneously across the campus. Knowledge was also tested during the "Battle of the Brains Overload (B.O.B.O)" quiz bee, while the LS Court and various conference rooms resonated with creativity and skills exhibition of students through singing, visual arts, and literary arts contests. 

𝐂𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐒 | 𝐓𝐀𝐔 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐 𝐨𝐟 𝟐𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐂𝐕𝐌𝐒

The spirit of camaraderie, culture, and academic excellence filled the campus of Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) as the 22nd National Congress of Veterinary Medicine Students (NCVMS) marked its second day on February 4, 2026, with a vibrant lineup of activities that showcased the heart and soul of the University.

The day officially kicked off with a University Tour around the scenic TAU campus, where delegates from various veterinary schools across the Philippines were warmly accompanied and assisted by the enthusiastic Tourism Students of the College of Business Management. Serving as student-guides and ambassadors, the Tourism students ensured that participants experienced not only the physical landmarks of the University, but also its rich history, culture, and commitment to academic excellence.

A warm and festive welcome awaited the delegates as the entire TAU community came together to greet them through captivating performances by the TAU Performing Guild and the TAU Chorale. The cultural presentations highlighted Filipino artistry and creativity, setting an uplifting tone for the rest of the day and reinforcing TAU’s reputation as a university that nurtures both intellect and talent.

Strengthening bonds among future veterinarians, a Solidarity Lunch was held at the TAU Continuing Education Center, where delegates, organizers, and faculty members shared not only meals but also meaningful conversations and experiences. The gathering reflected the unity and fellowship that the NCVMS continues to promote among veterinary medicine students nationwide.