𝐂𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐒 | 𝐓𝐀𝐔-𝐔𝐅𝐀 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬, 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐱𝐲 𝐯𝐨𝐰𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩

A new slate of officers has been elected to guide the United Faculty Alliance of Tarlac Agricultural University (UFA–TAU) Inc. for the 2026–2027 term.

The newly elected officials will be led by Dr. Rene G. Nanit, President, and Mr. Carlo Magno L. Sagun, Vice President. They are joined by Dr. Noel J. Petero, Secretary; Ms. Evelyn D. G. Reciles, Assistant Secretary; Mr. Raffy A. Santos, Treasurer; and Ms. Patrice Ann N. Casiño, Assistant Treasurer. Completing the roster are Mr. Von Lorenz A. Chavez, Auditor; Dr. Esmeralda P. Rodriguez, Public Relations Officer; Mr. Christian A. Robillos, Business Manager; and Dr. Angelo P. Guillermo and Mr. Pastor V. Ambat III, Sergeants-at-Arms.

Outlining a forward-looking and service-driven agenda, UFA President-elect Nanit announced six strategic priorities for the new administration. “Our plan is anchored on building a faculty community that is empowered, supported, and represented,” he emphasized.

Foremost among these priorities is a commitment to faculty advancement through a strengthened promotion system. “The UFA–TAU officers will actively participate in strengthening and fully implementing a transparent, fair, and progressive institutional promotion system,” he shared, noting that the initiative is designed to recognize merit, research productivity, service, and institutional commitment.

𝐂𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐒 | 𝐓𝐀𝐔 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝟖𝟎 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐯𝐨𝐰𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐝 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲

Celebrating eight decades of dedicated service, the Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) culminated its week-long Founding Anniversary celebration with the theme “80 Years of Excellence: Cultivating Innovation, Sustainability, and Global Leadership,” at the Gilberto O. Teodoro Multipurpose Center on 19 December.

The commemorative program featured a festive atmosphere including fellowship, socialization, cha-cha dance competition, best-dressed award, raffle draws, and games.

TAU retirees also took part in the celebration, as part of TAU’s tradition promoting inclusivity and honoring its legacy.

Meanwhile, the event also featured an anniversary message from TAU President Dr. Silverio Ramon DC. Salunson, bringing the milestone to a meaningful close, grounded in gratitude, reflection, and a renewed sense of purpose.

𝐐𝐔𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐛𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭

As the week-long celebration of Tarlac Agricultural University’s 80th Founding Anniversary draws to a close, University President Silverio Ramon DC. Salunson’s message resonates as a fitting conclusion to a milestone marked by gratitude, reflection, and renewed purpose. In welcoming the TAU community to the Anniversary Convocation, he underscored the remarkable collective journey that transformed the institution from a modest high school into a globally engaged university. He paid tribute to the people behind this progress, affirming that TAU’s true strength lies in its shared vision, unity, and enduring commitment to service and excellence.

Anchored on the anniversary theme, President Salunson honored the University’s rich history while calling on the community to face future challenges with confidence and resolve. He framed pressing global concerns such as climate change, food security, and sustainable development not as obstacles, but as opportunities for TAU to further advance research, strengthen partnerships, and expand its global presence. As the celebration concludes, his message leaves the University community with a clear sense of direction and optimism, affirming that TAU moves forward into its next decade ready to lead with innovation, sustainability, and a strong global perspective.

𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐓 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭

Highlighting the fusion of tradition and innovation, the Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) conducts the Harvest Festival and welcomes guests to the SMART Agriculture Center as part of its 80th founding anniversary celebration, 18 December.

The Harvest Festival is part of TAU’s participation in the vegetable derby, where various seed organizations showcase the diversity of local agricultural produce and help farmers identify seed varieties suited to local conditions.

The event also highlights different food stalls and merchandise located in front of the TAU Multipurpose Center that feature agricultural products, technologies, and services from various organizations and partners.

In addition, TAU opens its SMART Agriculture Center to visiting delegates, providing a closer look at technology-driven solutions in agriculture. Demonstrations feature precision farming tools, data-based decision systems, and modern production techniques aligned with climate-smart and sustainable practices.