We extend our warmest congratulations to the Department of Forestry contingent from the Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) College of Agriculture and Forestry (CAF) for their outstanding performance at the 15th National Forestry Olympiad (NFO), hosted by the University of the Philippines Los Baรฑos (UPLB) from 21 to 27 February. Competing against 25 other State Universities and Colleges (SUCs), the TAU team showcased incredible grit and academic excellence to secure an impressive 10th place overall.
Beyond the team ranking, TAUโs forestry students proved their mettle in specialized fields, bringing home top honors in several highly technical events: 4th place in Wood Identification, 5th place in Leaf Identification, 8th place in Forest Plant Disease Identification, and 10th place in Seed Identification. These achievements reflect the high caliber of training and passion within CAF, under the guidance of competent and dedicated faculty and staff.ย
Reinforcing its commitment to technological advancement and community engagement, the College of Engineering and Technology (CET) of Tarlac Agricultural University conducts a two-day Capacity Building Training-Workshop on Robotics for high school teachers of Gerona Western National High School on February 20 and 27, 2026. Spearheaded by CET Dean Dr. Ruben A. Parazo alongside selected faculty members, the extension initiative equips educators with foundational and applied knowledge in robotics, including basic electronics, programming, robot assembly, and classroom integration strategies. The hands-on sessions immerse participants in practical activities that translate theory into actual prototype development, ensuring that teachers gain both technical competence and instructional confidence.
The training highlights the vital role of robotics education in fostering critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and innovation among learners skills essential in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. By equipping teachers with updated expertise and practical tools, CET creates a ripple effect that strengthens STEM education at the secondary level and opens broader opportunities for students in engineering and technology.ย
Through this meaningful extension activity, TAU continues to bridge higher education and basic education institutions, advancing inclusive, community-centered development while championing excellence in science and technology.
The Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) turned Day 4 of the SCUAA (State Colleges and Universities Athletics Association) III Regional Meet 2026 into a gold rush on Wednesday, unleashing dominant performances in athletics, arnis, archery, and chess at the meet hosted by Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology (NEUST).
The Carabaos blazed through the track as their mixed relay team won four gold medals, thanks to smooth baton passes and a powerful anchor run. TAU also won gold medals in the womenโs 100-meter dash and the 1,500-meter run, thanks to dominant performances that showcased speed and endurance. The university added four more bronze medals in the classical relay, further strengthening its medal collection on the oval track.
In a recent interview, the athletics coaches said that the team devoted their best performances to their late coach Mr. Mark N. Mendoza, honoring his lasting influence and that his discipline, guidance, and unwavering belief in the athletes continue to inspire the team to push harder.
Coaches Mr. Jan Kevin H. Binuya, Mr. Tommy B. Balbuena, Ms. Marielle E. Tinga, Sir Jett Andrew B. Tolin, and the team said โPara kay Sir Mark Mendoza po ang mga napanalunan namin at para sa ating mahal na University. Kayod Kalabaw!โย
Another impressive display was seen from TAUโs arnisadors in the live stick division, as they brought home two gold medals from different weight divisions. TAU added three more bronze medals in different divisions to add more luster to their campaign. In the padded stick division, seven bronze medals were brought home by the Carabaos in the menโs and womenโs divisions, showing their grit and tactical discipline in every match they played.
On the range, TAU archers dominated the womenโs 70-meter division and brought home multiple gold medals with their steady aim and composure under fire. But it was not all over yet, as TAUโs menโs chess team brought home the gold medal with their sharp openings and calculated endgames.
With medals pouring in from different divisions, TAU showed one of its strongest performances in the tournament so far, sending a strong signal that they are still in the game as the tournament enters its crucial stage.
The starting pistol cracks at Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology (NEUST), and for one week, time moves differently. Arrows find their hearts. Sprints become meditations on breath and bone. The TAU Carabaos donโt just compete; they carry something ancient in their charge, the weight of legacy, the memory of every athlete who has bled on this same ground before them. You can see it in the way they hold the line, horns lowered not for battle, but for something worth protecting at this SCUAA Regional Meet.
As the dust settles over Cabanatuan City, as the last ball bounces and the final bow is lowered, what remains isn't medals or scores. It is the silence between heartbeats: the archer's exhale, the martial artist's bow, the runner's final glance back at a track that holds their footprints like a prayer. This isn't just a game. It is a week of becoming; and somewhere in the echo of hooves and hollow courts, the Carabaos teach us: some charges aren't about winning. Theyโre about arriving.
The Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) proudly congratulates Dr. Janine I. Berdos, an esteemed faculty member of the College of Agriculture and Forestry, for completing her Doctor of Philosophy, Major in Animal Science at Sunchon National University, South Korea. This remarkable academic milestone stands as a testament to her unwavering dedication to advanced research, scholarly excellence, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge in the field of Animal Science. Her achievement not only reflects personal perseverance and intellectual rigor but also strengthens TAUโs commitment to academic distinction and global engagement in agricultural sciences.
Dr. Berdosโ accomplishment brings immense pride and honor to the entire TAU community. Her success exemplifies the Universityโs vision of producing globally competitive educators and researchers who contribute meaningfully to sustainable agricultural development. As she returns equipped with enriched expertise, innovative perspectives, and international academic exposure, the University eagerly anticipates the significant impact of her research and leadership in advancing instruction, extension, and research initiatives.
The whole TAU family extends its warmest congratulations and heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Berdos for raising the banner of TAU on the global stage.ย
Mabuhay ka, Dr. Berdos! The entire university celebrates with you in this well-earned triumph!
