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.