𝓣𝓸𝓪𝓼𝓽𝓼 & 𝓦𝓲𝓼𝓱𝓮𝓼

Today, 16 May, we celebrate the extraordinary life and illustrious career of Dr. Edmar N. Franquera, Tarlac Agricultural University’s (TAU) esteemed Vice President for Research, Extension, and Training (VPRET) and President of TAU Alumni Association!

As one TAU community, we extend our heartfelt wishes for his enduring health, boundless happiness, and unwavering dedication to transformative leadership. May his visionary guidance continue to inspire researchers and community workers as he furthers his legacy of genuine service to the nation.

𝐐𝐔𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐛𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭

As Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) proudly participates in the inaugural observance of National Education Support Personnel Day on 16 May,  Ms. Yolanda F. Juan, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for Administration, shares that the University recognizes its non-teaching personnel as indispensable partners in achieving academic excellence, acknowledging their silent yet vital contributions in maintaining operations, enabling innovation, and ensuring TAU remains future-ready.

Ms. Juan further notes that TAU encourages its non-teaching workforce to take a well-deserved break, celebrate their achievements, and enjoy this moment of appreciation.

CAPTURED IN LENS | Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) holds a flag-raising ceremony at the Gilberto O. Teodoro Multipurpose Center on 19 May, led by the Library Services in collaboration with the TAU Chorale. The event highlights the first-ever visit of Commission on Higher Education (CHEd) Commissioner Dr. Desiderio R. Apag III, who also chairs the TAU Board of Regents.

A key moment of the ceremony focuses on the unveiling of TAU’s new strategic framework led by Dr. Apag, TAU President Dr. Silverio Ramon DC. Salunson, and the three vice presidents. Designed to streamline and optimize academic development, research innovations, and community partnerships, said operational blueprint was made official via Board Resolution No. 22, s. 2025.

𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐒 | 𝐍𝐨𝐧-𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐟𝐟 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭-𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥

Acknowledging the contributions of its non-teaching workforce, the Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) took part in the inaugural observance of the National Education Support Personnel Day, 16 May, with a wellness event offering spa, salon, and cinema services for members of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

TAU treated its non-teaching staff to free full-body massages, manicures, pedicures, and haircuts at the Agri-Tourism Hostel and Bamboo Training Center (BTC). Staff awaiting their turn also relaxed at a whole-day film screening hosted at the Student and Alumni Center, while a nutritious buffet lunch kept spirits high, offering workmates a chance to bond over meals. 

Exemplifying his administration’s genuine appreciation, TAU President Dr. Silverio Ramon DC. Salunson stated that the non-teaching staff form the backbone of the University, calling them indispensable to maintaining its operations and upholding educational excellence.

𝐂𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐒 | 𝐃𝐒𝐖𝐃, 𝐓𝐀𝐔 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐮𝐳𝐨𝐧

As part of the Regional Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed on 19 May in the City of San Fernando, Pampanga, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office 3 and Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) are teaming up to enhance the implementation of the Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP) initiative in Region 3.

The MOA was formalized by Dir. Armont C. Pecina, Assistant Regional Director for Operations, on behalf of DSWD Field Office 3 Regional Director Venus F. Rebuldela, while Dr. Edmar N. Franquera, Vice President for Research Extension and Training (VPRET) and Dr. Agnes C. Perey, Director for Extension and Training, represented TAU President Dr. Silverio Ramon D.C. Salunson.

Said agreement outlines a collaborative effort of DSWD and TAU to alleviate poverty and empower marginalized communities through capacity-building, employment facilitation, and microenterprise support.

𝐐𝐔𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐛𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭

Commission on Higher Education (CHEd) Commissioner and Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) Board of Regents (BOR) Chair Dr. Desiderio R. Apag III underscores TAU’s role as a trailblazer in producing tangible impact on communities and people’s lives during his message to the TAU stakeholders. at the flag-raising ceremony, 19 May. 

Dr. Apag further acknowledges TAU’s mission to support national educational goals as he urges students to sharpen their skills to serve the Filipino people. He also lauds the TAU faculty and nonteaching staff, stressing that their duty and sacrifices are vital to TAU’s continuing progress. He encourages them to  remember the values essential to nurturing future leaders and innovators. 

Highlighting TAU’s legacy as a catalyst for agricultural and rural advancement, he commends the University’s holistic approach to higher education and community empowerment. His speech concludes with a renewed call for solidarity in advancing TAU’s vision, as the institution marks nearly a decade of excellence as a full-fledged University.

𝐐𝐔𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐛𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭

Welcoming Dr. Desiderio R. Apag III, Commissioner of Commission on Higher Education (CHEd) and Chair of Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) Board of Regents (BOR), TAU President Dr. Silverio Ramon DC. Salunson emphasizes the critical role of synergy and collaboration between educational institutions and government bodies like CHEd during his speech, 19 May. 

He further underscores the Commissioner’s presence as a testament to TAU’s academic and societal advancement. Dr. Salunson also reiterates that the Commissioner’s visit is a meaningful gesture of commitment and conveys his gratitude to Dr. Apag on behalf of the University community.

𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | Through a Facebook post by its Dean, Dr. Claire Anne A. Olivares, the College of Education (CEd) conveys its gratitude to Del Monte Philippines for being the first corporate sponsor of The Falcon Nest, a CEd initiative that supports students’ well-being during finals week via simple yet meaningful acts of care.

Del Monte donates 21 cases of pineapple juice and 12 boxes of biscuits to benefit more than 500 future educators. As the project seeks to support students through exam season, CEd recognizes Del Monte for its generous partnership in fostering a student-focused academic community. 

In addition, CEd also thanks the Tarlac College of Agriculture (TCA) - Institute of Education (IEd) Batch 1997 for sponsoring a brand-new percolator to help keep coffee brewing and flowing throughout the exam week.