The Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) community, led by its University President Dr. Silverio Ramon DC. Salunson, commends the three faculty members who have successfully earned their respective doctorate degree conferred by Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology (NEUST).
The honorees are: Dr. Benjie M. Dela Vega, who earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering Management; Dr. Maribel C. Ramales, who earned a PhD in Business Administration; and Dr. John Paul C. Demapendan, who earned a Doctor of Education (EdD) major in Industrial-Technological Education.
We extend our warmest commendations to Dr. Ricmar P. Aquino, Chairperson of Tarlac Agricultural Universityโs (TAU) Board of Regents (BOR), on being honored with the ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ฐ๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐๐จ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐ฎ๐ญ๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ง๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ฌ๐๐๐ซ๐๐ก ๐๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ง๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐๐ญ๐จ๐ซ.ย
Celebrating exceptional leadership and excellence in research administration that drives meaningful progress in science, technology, and innovation, this prestigious award was presented at the Department of Science and Technology โ Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST-PCAARRD) 2025 S&T Recognitions and Awards ceremony held on 30 January 2026, at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City.ย
Comm. Aquinoโs outstanding contributions to public service are a great source of pride and inspiration, highlighting a profound commitment to advancing TAUโs and the nation's research landscape.
In badminton doubles, victory is born not from solo brilliance but from synchronicity, where two minds read the same play and two bodies move to the same rhythm. Every rally becomes a silent conversation, every smash a shared decision, and every point a testament to trust built over time.ย
At Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU), this seamless harmony takes shape through its womenโs doubles badminton tandem, Ms. Neah V. Jose and Ms. Princess Marie C. Viuda, two student-athletes bound by discipline, driven by determination, and united by a single purpose. Together, they do not simply play the game; they move it.
Ms. Jose, a fourth-year student from the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), taking up Bachelor of Science in Development Communication (BS DevComm), hails from Camiling, Tarlac. Her journey into badminton began during her elementary days. Over time, Ms. Jose developed a playing style that made her a vital force in doubles play.ย
โIt started when my cousins invited me to play in our backyard. Then it became a habit, I was spending every lunch break playing with my friends at school. One day, my teacher noticed me playing and told me I had potential in playing badminton. She invited me to represent our school in a competition, and to my surprise, I won my very first match. That victory changed everything for me and gave me the confidence to dream bigger,โ she shared.
The Tarlac Agricultural University commences the month of February with its flag-raising ceremony at the Gilberto O. Teodoro Multipurpose Center today, 2 February, bringing together the university community to celebrate achievements, share announcements, and foster a spirit of camaraderie.
Hosting this weekโs flag-hoisting ceremony is the College of Education (CEd) led by CEd Dean Dr. Claire Anne A. Olivares and Laboratory School (LS) Principal, Dr. Milani C. Petero.
Meanwhile, the Human Resource Management Unit (HRMU) highlights the birthday celebrators for the month of February.
Consequently, the College of Engineering and Technology (CET) extends congratulations to the Bachelor of Science in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (BSABE) students for their spirited participation and impressive achievements at PABESTIGAN XII, held at the University of the Philippines Los Baรฑos from 23-25 January.ย
The External Linkages and International Affairs (ELIA) Director Dr. Marianne P. Villaruel also encourages the TAUians to pursue scholarship opportunities offered by TAUโs partner universities and institutions. Interested students are advised to check the ELIA Facebook page for updated postings.
The Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) - College of Education (CEd) recognized its September and November 2025 Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) passers during a testimonial dinner held at the Farmersโ Training Center (FTC) on 30 January.
During the event, TAU-nurtured LET passers were congratulated by Dr. Claire Anne A. Olivares, CEd Dean, for their hard work that gave a remarkable distinction for TAU-CEd, stressing that their achievement is a testament to their own dedication as well as the quality of education they have received from the University. Dr. Olivaresโ message was delivered by CEdโs Assistant Dean Dr. Lynn Michelle N. Gorospe.
In her speech, Dr. Olivares through Dr. Gorospe, expressed her deep appreciation for this yearโs LET passers for bringing pride to the University.
In a recent data released by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), TAU ranked 8th among top-performing schools at the elementary level with 98.36% first-time passing rate and an outstanding 95.31% institutional passing rate that exceeds the national passing rate of 51.05% which led TAU to earn a spot among the countryโs top teacher education institutions (TEIs), which was also noted by the PRC.
Meanwhile, TAU President Dr. Silverio Ramon DC. Salunson, represented by the Un
iversity Board Secretary Mr. Sonny A. Santos, also commended the newly licensed teachers, urging them to live by the principles of integrity, competence, and service as they begin their teaching careers. He emphasized the important role teachers play in nation-building and in molding the next generation of leaders.
