𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | 𝐓𝐀𝐔 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐞’𝐬 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐚𝐧

The Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) Chorale, along with Prof. Cecile L. Lapitan, Director of the Sociocultural Development Office (SDO); Engr. Donna Fay Labrador, Assistant Director of SDO; and Mr. Jefferson Manalang, staff from SDO and trainer of the TAU Chorale, have officially arrived at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) as they embark on a historic journey to represent the Philippines at the 2025 Busan Choral Festival and Competition from 30 October to 2 November in Busan, South Korea.

Marking its first-ever international performance, the TAU Chorale’s participation underscores the University’s commitment to promoting Filipino artistry and cultural excellence on the global stage.

The TAU administration led by Dr. Silverio Ramon, DC. Salunson and the whole TAU community express their full support for the chorale, emphasizing that this milestone reflects TAU’s vision of fostering globally competitive talents rooted in Filipino identity and creativity.

𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | 𝐍𝐆𝐏𝐀 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫

Deepening the knowledge and competencies in the government procurement process, the Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) officials, led by Dr. Leonell P. Lijauco, Vice President for Planning and Quality Assurance (VPPQA); Atty. Steve Russel P. Regua, Atty IV from the Legal Unit; Dr. Arnold R. Lorenzo, the Vice President for Finance and Administration (VPFA); and Mr. Eduardo D. Cabrera II, Chief of the Procurement Management Unit, attend the seminar on The New Government Procurement Act (NGPA) Deepening Understanding and Strengthening Implementation in State University and Colleges (SUCs) at the Manila Prince Hotel, Ermita, Manila, from 27-29 October.

Under the theme “Building NGPAReady SUCs: Towards Effective, Consistent, and Inclusive Implementation,” participants deepen their understanding of the provisions of Republic Act No. 12009 or the New Government Procurement Act during the three-day seminar, organized by the Government Procurement Policy Board-Technical Support Office (GPPB-TSO).

𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) exchange students under the International Credit Transfer Program, namely Haris Fadillah, Denawa Lutfiana, Ignacia Efie Liya Rini, Berliana Maharani, and Aslih Auladhana from Universitas Pancasakti (UPS) Tegal, Indonesia, toured Baguio City as part of the program’s cultural trip on 14 October 2025.

Accompanying them were representatives from the TAU Office of External Linkages and International Affairs (ELIA), namely Ms. Caroline N. Gabis, Chief for Partnership Development; Mr. Jayson J. Elenzano, Chief for Technical Support; Mr. Abner P. Mañebog Jr., Technical Staff for International Mobility; Ms. Katrina J. Adajar, CAS Coordinator; and Alyzanett G. Eugenio, TAU Global Ambassador.

The tourist spots they visited in the city were Lourdes Grotto, Mirador Hill, Mines View Park, the Mansion, Wright Park, and SM City Baguio.

𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐦

To raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention among  students of Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU), the Office of Student Services and Development (OSSD) - Guidance and Counseling Office leads the continuation of their program titled “Beyond the Storm” at the Student and Alumni Center Amphitheater, 24 October. 

Each year, the OSSD - Guidance and Counseling Office facilitates a seminar with first-year students as a proactive initiative to promote emotional resilience and overall student well-being.

In the morning, Ms. Venus Benitez, Chairperson of the Inclusion Service of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual (LGBTQIA+) and Foreign Students serves as the resource speaker for the students from the following programs: Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT), Bachelor of Science in Forestry (BSF), and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) while Ms. Sarah Mae M. Dolot, Chief of the TAU Student Welfare Unit (SWU) leads the discussion in the afternoon with Bachelor of Science in Food Technology (BSFT), Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management (BSTM), Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education (BTLE), and Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship (BSEntrep).