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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗥𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, matusalem, Roxas (2025)

11/08/2025

𝐈𝐒𝐔 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐭𝐬 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤-𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦-𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
𝘌𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘈𝘶𝘨𝘶𝘴𝘵 15, 𝘈𝘭𝘭 𝘌𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘺𝘦𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵 𝘖𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘍𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘢𝘺

Echague, Isabela — August 11, 2025 — The Isabela State University (ISU) has officially lifted its Work-from-Home (WFH) arrangement every Friday, requiring all employees to physically report to their respective offices starting August 15, 2025.

The directive, issued through Memorandum No. 43, s. 2025 by ISU President Prof. Dr. Boyet L. Batang, comes after an operational review conducted by the University Management. The decision aims to strengthen service delivery and ensure the smooth implementation of academic, administrative, and research activities.
In line with the memorandum, faculty members on vacation or sick leave, those under contract of service, and project leaders must report onsite as required. Faculty on teachers’ leave status are expected to be on call and ready to report, when necessary, with an option to conduct lecture classes remotely only upon prior approval from their Program Chair. Faculty members holding Friday laboratory classes are also mandated to be onsite.

The memorandum further directs that all academic, administrative, co-curricular, research, and extension engagements, especially those involving faculty and students, shall continue every Friday. All staff, including those under contract of service, are likewise required to be physically present.

Employees with valid and approved reasons for remote work must coordinate with their campus head and the Human Resources Office for guidance.

President Batang expressed appreciation for the continued cooperation and dedication of the ISU community, emphasizing strict compliance with the directive in support of the university’s mission and vision.

11/08/2025

𝕴𝕾𝖀-𝕽𝖔𝖝𝖆𝖘 𝕮𝖔𝖒𝖒𝖊𝖓𝖈𝖊𝖘 2025 𝕬𝖈𝖆𝖉𝖊𝖒𝖎𝖈 𝖄𝖊𝖆𝖗 𝕿𝖍𝖗𝖔𝖚𝖌𝖍 𝕶𝖎𝖈𝖐-𝕺𝖋𝖋 𝕻𝖗𝖔𝖌𝖗𝖆𝖒

The Isabela State University–Roxas Campus officially opened the academic year with its Kick-Off and Orientation Program today, August 11, 2025, at the ISU Roxas Gymnasium, carrying the theme “Panagrang-ay 2025: Nurturing Excellence, Shaping Tomorrow”, hosted by the Office of the Student Affairs and Services.

Anchored on the Ilocano term Panagrang-ay, which means becoming progressive and successful, the program reflected the university’s mission of fostering growth not only in academics but also in character, purpose, and lifelong learning.

Director of Students Affairs and Services, Dr. Jane C. Caliboso, emphasized that Panagrang-ay is more than just a celebration, describing it as a call for action and a long-term process that requires students to dedicate time and effort to make their academic journey truly progressive.

Echoing this vision, Campus Administrator Prof. Dr. Emerson V. Barcellano defined Panagrang-ay as growth, progress in character, and in purpose, reminding students that each one carries their own pangarap or dream to pursue.

He further strengthened the message of perseverance by saying, “Hindi mahalaga kung ilang beses na dumapa, ang mahalaga ay kung ilang beses bumangon,” which translates to “It does not matter how many times you fall; what matters is how many times you rise,” inspiring the students to face challenges with resilience in order to achieve success.

With its strong call for action, the event marked not only the start of the academic year but also a renewed commitment of the ISU-Roxas community to excellence, perseverance, and the shaping of future leaders.

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10/08/2025

📢 ISUan, your final countdown is here! ⏳ One day left until school starts and yes… we’ll see you tomorrow!

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08/08/2025

𝗛𝗲𝘆 𝗜𝗦𝗨𝗮𝗻, 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁! It is official: only two days remain before school starts.

Last chance to make the most out of the break. What’s your game plan?

A. Sleep Olympics 🐻 – snooze until the first day of class
B. Final feast with the gang 🍔 – one big hangout before the grind kicks in
C. Weekend shopping rush 🛒 – last-minute hunt for supplies before Monday
D. Advanced reading mode 📚 – pretending to study for your subjects
E. Last-minute glow-up 💅 – pamper day before facing the campus crowd
F. K-drama / Gaming finale 🎮 – before school eats all your free time

Drop your letter (or your guilty pleasure) in the comment box! No judgment! 🤭

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04/08/2025

Countdown sa ber months, gusto. Countdown sa pasukan… ayaw? 😅
Panibagong taon, panibagong laban, panibagong oportunidad!
Handa ka na ba? 📚✏️
Kita-kits sa August 11 ISUans sa ayaw at sa AGOSTO niyo!

01/08/2025

𝗦𝗦𝗖 𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔.𝗬. 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱–𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽

The Supreme Student Council (SSC) of Isabela State University–Roxas Campus laid out its plans for Academic Year 2025–2026 in a strategic planning workshop held on July 31, 2025, at the T. Woodward Conference Hall.

University officials, student leaders, and invited speakers joined the event, which aimed to equip SSC officers, led by SSC President John Paul Abon, with the skills and knowledge to design programs responsive to student needs.

Assoc. Prof. Jane C. Caliboso (OSAS Director), Assoc. Prof. Charibel R. Sarte (Academic Affairs Director), and Prof. Emerson V. Barcellano (Campus Administrator), emphasized what it truly means to become a good and effective leader in their messages.

The plenary sessions provided practical inputs for effective student leadership. Ms. Marichris Magusib, Procurement Officer, discussed procurement processes; Mr. Rodel Sarmiento, OIC Budget Officer, explained budget utilization and allocation; Mr. Lynard Dela Cruz, CEd SBO Adviser, highlighted leadership skills and strategies; and Mr. Noel Palapuz, SSC Adviser, shared guidance on drafting resolutions and program proposals that ensure well-planned, student-responsive initiatives.

In line with this, certificates of appreciation were presented to the speakers in recognition of their time and valuable contributions.

The workshop concluded with breakout sessions where SSC officers presented their outputs, which were evaluated by Assoc. Prof. Caliboso and Mr. Palapuz.

The council ended the day with a renewed commitment to implement strategic and student-centered initiatives for the campus community.

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24/07/2025

𝗜𝗦𝗨-𝗥 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗠𝗶𝗱𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽

Isabela State University Roxas Campus (ISU-R) successfully held its Campus Midyear Performance Review and Strategic Planning Workshop on July 24, 2025, at the T. Woodward Conference Hall to evaluate institutional performance and align campus operations with strategic goals.

Campus Administrator Prof. Dr. Emerson V. Barcellano emphasized that the workshop served as a moment to reflect on progress, promote sincerity in service, and foster unity within the academic community noting that “we are not here to compete, we are here to collaborate.”

Building on this, Mr. Rodel P. Sarmiento, Director for Administration and Finance Services, presented the 2025 Program of Receipts and Expenditures (PRE) and gave updates on the utilization of Funds 101 (General Fund), 164 (Internally Generated Fund), and 161 (Trust Fund).

To provide a clearer picture of the university's operational landscape, Dr. Erdelito P. Agapito, Director for General Services and Infrastructure, reported on the status of facilities and infrastructure development across the campus.

Following the financial and infrastructural updates, a series of unit reports were delivered through a comprehensive Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Challenges (SWOC) analysis across five key areas: Instruction/Internationalization, Research, Extension, Resource Generation, and Resource Management.

Assoc. Prof. Charibel R. Sarte, Director for Academic Affairs and Quality Assurance, detailed both institutional strengths and weaknesses.

Continuing the discussion, Dr.Domingo M. Ramos, Director for Resource Generation and Management, highlighted ways to enhance income-generating projects and optimize the use of institutional resources.

Meanwhile, in research, Dr. Rosalyn L. Bautista, Director for Research and Development, shared key accomplishments including the hiring of research personnel, funding for publications, and the forging of research partnerships.

On behalf of the Extension and Training Services Office, Asst. Prof. Laila Ventura delivered the report of Dr. Janet P. Cunanan, which pointed out various external risks such as policy shifts, cybersecurity threats, natural calamities, and resistance to organizational change.

In the afternoon, the focus shifted toward strategic alignment as Asst. Prof. Joey C. Cereno introduced the SMARTEST Goals Framework—Strengthen, Modernize, Advance, Revitalize, Tailor, Expand, Strengthen, Transform.—and discussed updates on SUC (State Universities and Colleges) Leveling.

Directors, faculty, and staff actively participated in breakout workshops using the Strategic Development Plan (SDP) Balanced Scorecard, identifying targeted actions per thematic area to guide implementation.

The event concluded with a plenary presentation of outputs, distribution of certificates, and closing remarks from Dr. Agapito, who thanked everyone for their commitment and urged continued collaboration.

Overall, the 2025 Midyear Review and Strategic Planning Workshop served as a vital platform for institutional reflection, action planning, and reaffirmation of ISU-R’s commitment to innovation, service, and academic excellence.

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22/07/2025

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐕. 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐨!

We truly appreciate your dedication to building a more supportive and inspiring environment for everyone on the campus. Your leadership and presence have made a meaningful difference. May your birthday bring you well-deserved joy and a fulfilling year ahead.

17/07/2025

𝐀𝐓𝐈-𝐑𝐓𝐂 2, 𝐍𝐎𝐀𝐏-𝐍𝐏𝐂𝐎 𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 2𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐎𝐀 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

Agricultural Training Institute – Regional Training Center 2 (ATI-RTC 02), in collaboration with the National Organic Agriculture Program – National Program Coordinating Office (NOAP-NPCO), successfully launched the second batch of the OALevelUp: Capability Building for Local Government Units on Organic Agriculture on July 17, 2025, at Isabela State University – Roxas Campus.

Dr. Emerson V. Barcellano, Campus Administrator, emphasized the importance of organic agriculture in addressing environmental issues stating, "Napakaganda ng ating ginagawa na organic agriculture para naman kahit paano ay malabanan ang climate change."

The training aims to enhance the competencies of Agricultural Extension Workers (AEWs) and farmer leaders as it seeks to equip them with essential knowledge and skills for implementing the Kababaihan at Kabataan para sa Kalusugan, Kalikasan, at Kabuhayan (5Ks) Program. It also serves as a platform for capacity building and knowledge exchange among local government units.

ATI-RTC 02 and NOAP-NPCO expressed their gratitude to all partners and stakeholders for their continued support of organic agriculture in the region.

This initiative not only strengthens the capacity of LGUs but also reinforces the country’s commitment to sustainable agriculture. With ongoing collaborations and shared expertise, the organic agriculture movement continues to grow—one community at a time.

Through this, they are empowered to become more proactive partners in the organic agriculture movement.

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11/07/2025

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗦𝗦𝗖 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗢𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲

The newly elected officers of the Supreme Student Council (SSC) at Isabela State University Roxas Campus for Academic Year 2025–2026 formally took their oath of office on July 10, 2025, at the Office of Student Affairs and Services.

The oath-taking ceremony was administered by Assoc. Prof. Charibel Sarte the Campus Director for Academic Affairs. She highlighted the essential role of student leadership, which is anchored in integrity, accountability, and service.

Leading the new set of officers is President John Paul A. Abon, an incoming third-year Criminology student, who, along with his fellow officers, pledged to uphold the values of the student council and to serve the ISU-R student body with dedication.

The complete list of officers are as follows:
President: John Paul A. Abon
Vice President: Renier Dion P. Palaganas
Secretary: Glycell M. Binuya
Treasurer: Marc Fritz John G. Miguel
Auditor: Rian Angela E. Texon
Accountant: Aileen Joy T. Gaetos

College Councilors:
CEd Councilor: Pretty Boy D. Pardua
CCJE Councilor: Kobe Bryant A. Corpuz
IICT Councilor: Jerico T. Faustino
PIF Councilor: Mia Fherl F. Abrenilla

During the ceremony, the officers vowed to carry out their duties and responsibilities, support initiatives for student development, and serve as catalysts for positive change within the university community.

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01/07/2025

𝗧𝗛𝗥 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦 | Share your most memorable photo this 2025 Commencement Exercises. Share it in the comment section.

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01/07/2025

𝗜𝗦𝗨-𝗥𝗼𝘅𝗮𝘀 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀

The Isabela State University-Roxas Campus conducted its highly anticipated Recognition Program to honor students' outstanding achievements on June 30, 2025, at the Astrodome in Roxas.

Campus Administrator Prof. Dr. Emerson V. Barcellano emphasized the importance of student recognition as a celebration of academic excellence and personal growth.

He pointed out that recognizing student success affirms the university’s commitment to nurturing future leaders with competence, character, and integrity.

As part of the ceremony, 41 Latin honors from different academic programs were awarded for their outstanding academic performance as well as meritorious awards for those who showed excellence in leadership, research, and community service.

Meanwhile, guest speaker CAPT. Christian P. Uanang, INF, PA (Infantry, Philippine Army), shared the hardships and perseverance that shaped his journey, recalling his father's words: “Binigyan ka na namin ng pakpak, nasa sa ’yo na yan kung paano mo ililipad.”

In response, awardee Joanna F. Apostol expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the people who stood by her and contributed to her success.

On a more personal note, Kenierich Fontanilla Mata shared how his daughter, who once showed no interest in studying, surprised the entire family by graduating as magna cm laude.

Her story served as a reminder that transformation is always possible when encouragement meets personal determination.

Non-graduating students were also honored with meritorious awards for their involvement and contributions across various campus initiatives.

Assoc. Prof. Charibel Sarte, Director of Academic Affairs, congratulated the awardees for making it this far and encouraged them to keep striving, reaffirming the guest speaker’s reminder, “never stop learning, and the journey is not yet ending here”, she said as she concluded the program.

Words by Nicole Rimando
Photos by Raffy Gumangan
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