Central Bicol State University of Agriculture (CBSUA) celebrated its recent wins with a special ceremony honoring its dedicated personnel on July 11, 2024. The event, dubbed “Gawad Unibersidad sa Natatanging Serbisyo at Inspirasyon,” was led by University President Alberto N. Naperi and saw 185 employees receive recognition for their invaluable contributions.
CBSUA’s impressive achievements include the Philippine Quality Award (PQA) for Proficiency of Quality Management, a spot in the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI), and recognition in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings for contributions to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These accolades are attributed to the university’s well-rounded approach to education, innovation, and sustainability efforts.
The university’s commitment to environmental responsibility is further solidified by its ranking in the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings at 848th place and its maintained ISO Certification Standards for both Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
Guest of honor, CHED Commissioner Hon. Ethel Agnes P. Valenzuela, commended the university’s accomplishments while acknowledging the demanding processes and workload shouldered by the management. Highlighting the significance of the ceremony, Commissioner Valenzuela said, “This is a significant activity to recognize the hardships of all of you, all of you men and women behind the management. This afternoon, we will honor you and your sacrifices.”
However, her message also included a challenge: “Today, I will also challenge all of you. I will challenge you to keep moving forward and add more stars. Use your place, your current status as a strong foundation. Achieve new heights. It’s not the time to rest. Huwag tayong makuntento [Let’s not be satisfied]. Your future is full of opportunities. Your future is full of potential, continue to push more boundaries. Continue to adapt, innovate, and continue to support each other.”
President Naperi echoed the sentiment, emphasizing that these accolades are a testament to the collective efforts of the entire CBSUA community. He highlighted the university’s commitment to fostering a culture of excellence, solidifying its position as a leader in the global higher education landscape, especially when it comes to championing eco-friendly practices.
President Naperi’s Inspirational Message:
In his inspirational message, President Naperi reiterated his vision being realized. He recalled his talk when he first set foot in the university in 2019, stating, “This is now a manifestation that we already imbibed the characterizations that I wanted all, every employee of CBSUA to have: care for one another, discipline, and to respect one another if we wanted to be in a place where we are today.”
“This is not the time for us to rest,” he continued. “We achieved so much, but to others it’s nothing for them. But we have to be proud of what we have today. So today, I would like to extend my sincerest congratulations to all of you, because we are celebrating all your efforts. Kayo po ang bida sa ngayon [You are the heroes today].”
