𝐂𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐒 | 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐓𝐀𝐔-𝐂𝐀𝐒 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦

Marking the start of a four-day gathering anchored on the theme “Advancing Interdisciplinary Research for Sustainable and Inclusive Development,” the Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) led by the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) formally opened the International Interdisciplinary Research and Development Conference in Social Science (IIRDCSS) on 25 November at the TAU Alumni and Student Center Amphitheater. 

Gracing the opening ceremony are key university officials led by Dr. Edmar N. Franquera, Vice President for Research, Extension, and Training (VPRET); Dr. Sonny DC. Torres, Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs (VPASA); and Ms. Yolanda F. Juan, Chief Administrative Officer for Administration (CAO-Admin), who collectively emphasized the significance of interdisciplinary collaboration in shaping sustainable solutions for today’s complex social issues. In their messages, the officials highlight TAU’s commitment to fostering research-driven dialogues and strengthening partnerships that cut across sectors, disciplines, and borders.

𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | 𝐇𝐊𝐁𝐔 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐮𝐞

Upholding their support for the University’s internationalization initiatives, Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) students are participating in the virtual Global Dialogue Series of Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU), a long-term online international learning program running from September to November 2025 via Zoom.

Fifty-nine (59) TAU students are taking part in the program: fifteen (15) from the College of Veterinary Medicine, eleven (11) from the College of Education, ten (10) from the College of Arts and Sciences, eight (8) from the College of Agriculture and Forestry, eight (8) from the College of Business and Management, and seven (7) from the College of Engineering and Technology.

HKBU features one Global Dialogue Series topic per week covering themes such as fast fashion, sustainable consumption, climate change and the environment, global labor and employment, racial equality, and marginalization in education.

This year’s Global Dialogue series of HKBU is joined by students from the Philippines, Indonesia, China, Hong Kong, Kenya, Mexico, and the United States.

𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | 𝐖𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐬

Becoming a consistent advocacy of the Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) - National Service Training Program (NSTP) through its Civic Welfare and Training Service (CWTS) and Literacy Training Service (LTS) units, the Waste Warriors once again lead the campus-wide waste management effort during the 2025 Intramurals from 19-21 November.

The initiative, led by CWTS Coordinator Mr. Rafael C. Macaspac and LTS Coordinator Ms. Dancel M. Cabintoy, mobilizes their students to serve as “Waste Warriors” who help maintain cleanliness, oversee waste segregation, and encourage their peers to dispose of waste properly.

Now in its second year, the “Waste Warriors” program has become a consistent advocacy activity during TAU’s Intramurals. This year’s volunteers continue the campaign’s mission to foster responsible waste management and strengthen environmental awareness among the TAU community. Many students express pride in being part of a movement that promotes sustainability and contributes to a cleaner campus.

𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | 𝐅𝐥𝐚𝐠 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲

The Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) community unites in patriotism during the weekly simultaneous flag-raising ceremony that takes place in various areas of the University on 24 November.

Spearheaded by the Records Management Unit (RMU) under the leadership of Ms. Zenaida C. Sahagun, faculty members and students from the College of Business and Management (CBM), together with non-teaching personnel from the Administration Building and the IT Data Center, gather in front of the Library Resource Center (LRC) for the ceremony.

Meanwhile, the six colleges of the university hold their respective flag hoisting ceremonies, ensuring that the entire TAU community collectively honors the Philippine flag in solidarity and synchrony.

Back at the LRC, the Director of Gender and Development (GAD) Office, Dr. Ma Theresa B. Nardo announces the opening of the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women and invites the TAU community to participate in the activities aligned with the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women. Dr. Nardo also leads the inauguration of the Rainbow Lane after the ceremony.

In addition, the Chief Administrative Officer for Administration (CAO-Admin), Ms. Yolanda F. Juan, recognizes the efforts of the GAD Office in championing gender-responsive initiatives across the University. She also announces that TAU’s Founding Anniversary celebration is set on 15-19 December and also reminds everyone to observe discipline and strictly follow the University’s traffic rules and regulations. Additionally, she acknowledges the presence of the University President and Vice Presidents who, although not physically present, are currently attending various external events to represent TAU.