The University is gearing up for a bigger and bolder comeback, eyeing a two-peat feat across three World University Rankings. Following its debut in these prestigious rankings last year and earlier this year, the Task Force, organized and led by the Center for International Relations and Continuing Professional Development Services (CIRCPDS), convened for a Post Evaluation Meeting and Orientation on September 18 at the JD Seminar Hall.The Task Force, led by CIRCPDS Director Zyra Mae T. Tumala, focused on key indicators where the University performed well and identified areas needing improvement with corresponding evidence. During the meeting, the chairpersons of various indicators presented their post-evaluation reports.The team is optimistic about elevating last year’s global standing of 481st and national rank of 8th in the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings, highlighting the availability of certain evidence and recent progress in the University’s infrastructure and other assessment areas.The University is strategically planning to submit its data for the upcoming UI rankings in October, while also preparing for the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings and the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI), where it earned spots in its debut participation.In his virtual message from Congress, CatSU President Dr. Patrick Alain T. Azanza expressed confidence that the University will succeed once again in the rankings, emphasizing the tangible improvements made across its fourfold functions. He stressed that this recognition not only brings honor but is also part of the University’s broader efforts in internationalization, innovation, and contributing to the global sustainable development goals, with CatSU leading the way.
Catanduanes State University (CatSU) continues to soar to its new and greater heights as it secures a remarkable three-peat in global rankings, solidifying its position as a leading institution in higher education excellence.For the first time in history, CatSU under the leadership of president, Dr. Patrick Alain T. Azanza, participated in the world rankings and made it to the Times Higher Education (THE), World Ranking for Innovations (WURI) 2024, and UI Greenmetrics (2023). Parallel to Dr. Azanza’s Vision of HOPE and developmental goals, CatSU has clinched honors in the prestigious global rankings, a testament to its unwavering commitment to academic excellence, innovative research, and community engagement.The Higher Education (THE) and WURI are both acknowledged by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) as international bodies in line with the Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 11448 or the Philippine law on “Transnational Higher Education.”Dr. Azanza, on his facebook page, expressed his warmest congratulations and gratitude to Team CatSU, with special mention to his handpicked Internationalization Director, Prof. Zyra Mae T. Tumala.The president underscored on vision, hard work, and team work as the elements that helped CatSU make a mark in the world, and for the first time in history, placing CatSU now in the academic global map.“𝐶𝑒𝑟𝑡𝑎𝑖𝑛𝑙𝑦 𝑏𝑎𝑘𝑜 𝑦𝑎𝑛 𝑛𝑎 𝑡𝑠𝑎𝑚𝑏𝑎. 𝑃𝑖𝑛𝑎𝑔𝑝𝑙𝑎𝑛𝑢ℎ𝑎𝑛 𝑦𝑎𝑛 𝑎𝑡 𝑝𝑖𝑛𝑎𝑔𝑠𝑖𝑘𝑎𝑝𝑎𝑛 𝑦𝑎𝑛 𝑡𝑎𝑏𝑖 𝑛𝑖𝑛 𝐶𝑎𝑡𝑆𝑈 𝑇𝑒𝑎𝑚,” he said. The university's consistent performance in international assessments highlights its robust diligence and dedication to quality education and continuous improvement. Its stellar achievements in global rankings significantly reflect its holistic approach to education, which emphasizes not only academic rigor but also holistic development and societal impact.Through its innovative programs, state-of-the-art facilities, and collaborative partnerships, the university has established itself as a beacon of excellence in the global academic landscape.The three-peat success of CatSU in global rankings not only brings pride to its students, faculty, and alumni but also highlights the university's significant contributions to the advancement of education and knowledge on a global scale. It serves as an inspiration and motivation for the entire university community to continue striving for the greatest heights of excellence for the future’s generation.Dr. Azanza offered these marks of global excellence to every Catandunganon. He then called on every CatSU official and community members’ support and cooperation, and reminded that we can stand side-by-side with anyone in the world.These global rankings that CatSU earned are proofs that Catandunganons are world-class.“𝑲𝒂𝒚𝒂 𝒕𝒂 𝒌𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒌𝒂𝒌𝒂-𝒔𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒓𝒐 𝒌𝒊𝒕𝒂, 𝒅𝒂𝒉𝒊𝒍 𝒃𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒂 𝑪𝒂𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒖𝒏𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒐𝒏, 𝒐𝒓𝒂𝒈𝒐𝒏!"
