Oct 27, 2026

UCU Knights Reborn Karatedo team Bags Gold; Volleyball Teams Record Wins

Urdaneta City University Knights Reborn clinched their first gold medal in the karatedo competition at the 15th Local Colleges and Universities Athletics Association (LCUAA) National Games 2026 through Jazmine V. Abad, who won the women’s individual kumite -61kg event on October 25, 2026, at The Octagon by Rupertos in Binalonan, Pangasinan. The UCU Knights Reborn karatedo team also secured 13 silver and seven bronze medals, bringing its total medal haul in the sport to 21, including Abad’s gold-medal finish. The silver medalists include Jhon Philip Daduya in the men’s individual kumite -60kg; Franco A. Ambrocio in the men’s individual kumite -75kg; Edward John F. Etabillo in the men’s individual kumite -84kg; Justin Ivan A. Montemayor in the men’s individual kumite +84kg; and Brian James P. Carbonel in the men’s individual kata. The women’s team kata squad, composed of Rolene Sumiquiab, Marisol Andrada, Jazmine Abad, and Angeline Geron, also earned silver. The men’s team kata squad, composed of Brian Carbonel, Jerickson Canaveral, Franco Ambrocio, and Justin Montemayor, likewise secured a silver medal. Meanwhile, the bronze medalists include Rolene Sumiquiab in the women’s individual kata; John Kenneth Carbonell in the men’s individual kumite -75kg; and Cezter Exequiel Sibayan in the men’s individual kumite -55kg. The women’s team kumite squad, composed of Jazmine Abad, Angeline Geron, and Marisol Andrada, also earned bronze. The UCU Knights Reborn men's volleyball team recorded two wins and no losses on October 26 after defeating Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Marikina. Meanwhile, the women's volleyball team secured a victory against San Mateo Municipal College. UCU Knights Reborn Arnis team also underwent the official weigh-in on October 26, alongside delegates from other participating institutions, as they prepared for their upcoming competition.#

Oct 27, 2026

UCU Knights Reborn Kick off Medal Campaign in 15th LCUAA National Games

Knights Reborn of Urdaneta City University (UCU) kicked off their medal campaign at the 15th Local Colleges and Universities Athletics Association (LCUAA) National Games, held at the University of Eastern Pangasinan in Binalonan, Pangasinan, from October 24 to 30, 2026. Twenty-eight (28) delegations from local colleges and universities across the country are competing in the 15th edition of the LCUAA National Games, aiming to improve their medal tallies from last year’s competition. The UCU Knights Reborn are vying for medals in various sporting events, including Arnis, Karate-do, Taekwondo, Badminton, Men's and Women's Basketball (5x5), Dancesports, Esports, Sepak Takraw, and Men's and Women's Volleyball. Their medal campaign officially began on October 25, 2026, with competitions in Arnis, Karate-do, Taekwondo, Badminton, Sepak Takraw, Men's and Women's Volleyball, and Men's and Women's Basketball (5x5). In the 14th LCUAA National Games, held last year at the City College of San Jose del Monte in San Jose del Monte City, Bulacan, the UCU Knights Reborn secured a total of 21 medals: two gold, seven silver, and 12 bronze. The 15th LCUAA National Games will run until October 30, 2026.#

Oct 27, 2026

UCU Knights Reborn Joins the 15th LCUAA National Games 2026

Urdaneta City University's Knights Reborn, alongside delegates from local colleges and universities (LCUs) across the country, joined the opening of the 15th Local Colleges and Universities Athletics Association (LCUAA) National Games 2026 on October 24, 2026, at the University of Eastern Pangasinan (UEP) in Binalonan, Pangasinan. Representing the university's top officials, Dr. Josephine S. Lambinicio, Vice President for Academic Affairs, and Dr. Hilarion V. Olimpo, Head of the Center for Student Leadership and Development's Sports and Physical Development Unit, showed their support for the UCU Knights Reborn as the delegation participated in the parade of athletes around the town proper of Binalonan. Following the parade, delegates from participating LCUs proceeded to the UEP football field for the traditional torch-lighting ceremony. During the event, LCUAA Executive Director Dr. Raymundo P. Arcega formally declared the 15th LCUAA National Games open, marking the start of the competition as participating institutions vie for medals and bring honor to their respective colleges and universities. The UCU Knights Reborn delegation was headed by Dr. Eleuterio S. C. Sison, UCU Personnel Association President and Officer for Athletes' Affairs and Operations, Dr. Nhorly U. Domenden, Director of the Center for Student Leadership and Development, Dr. Hilarion V. Olimpo, Head of the Sports and Physical Development Unit, Dr. Ryan Jayson V. Delos Reyes, Focal Person, and Mr. Oliver M. Begenio, Head Coach of the Sports and Physical Development Unit. The coaching staff comprises the following coaches and assistant coaches for the participating sports: Arnis: Donna Jane L. Sangil, Coach; Cindy P. Calamiong and Emmanuel P. Mamasig, Assistant Coaches. Badminton: Gabriel Joshua O. Marron, Coach; Jay-R D. Soriano, Cristine Joy Q. Culison, and Marc Reydhen Bergado, Assistant Coaches. Dancesports: Richard B. Fernandez, Coach; Rodrigo S. Castaneda and Maria Luiza B. Bayong, Assistant Coaches. Men's and Women's Basketball (5x5): Precious Krisanta R. Barrozo, Coach; Erica J. Mendoza, Aldrin R. Valdez, and Ma. Rubyelle A. Ramos, Assistant Coaches. Esports: Peachy S. De Guzman, Coach; Alison Caoile, Assistant Coach. Karate-do: Gerardo Valdez, Coach; Gerrymel Valdez, Assistant Coach. Sepak Takraw: Christopher Jr. V. Dizon, Coach; Ronalyn Joy S. Sarmiento, and Primo Carrasco, Assistant Coaches. Men's Volleyball: Richard B. Fernandez, Coach; Trizzia May A. Bonagua, Assistant Coach. Women's Volleyball: Oliver M. Begenio, Coach; Jonalyn B. Oquendo, and Jenny Rose Cariño, Assistant Coaches. UCU Knights Reborn delegation comprises 118 student-athletes competing in the 15th edition of the LCUAA National Games, which runs from October 24 to 30, 2026.#

Oct 23, 2026

UCU Welcomes University of La Salette for Benchmarking Visit

Urdaneta City University welcomed representatives from the University of La Salette, Inc., based in Santiago City, Isabela, for a benchmarking visit on October 19, 2026, at the University Conference Room. The activity was conducted under the University's PANAGTINNULONG initiative, which promotes collaboration and the sharing of best practices to achieve brighter futures. The benchmarking visit welcomed Rouel L. Ramirez, DBA, Director of External Affairs and International Relations, and Dr. Madeilyn Estacio, Vice President for Academic Affairs, representing the University of La Salette. The activity aimed to facilitate knowledge exchange and provide opportunities for both institutions to learn from each other's experiences in internationalization and higher education. The sessions featured an overview of the PANAGTINNULONG project and the objectives of the benchmarking activity, followed by a presentation on UCU’s current internationalization status. Representatives from the University of La Salette also shared their internationalization practices and experiences, including collaborative online international learning (COIL), highlighting practices, experiences, and opportunities for collaboration. The activity continued with a benchmarking discussion on good practices, challenges, and lessons learned, allowing participants to exchange insights on strengthening internationalization initiatives. UCU and the University of La Salette also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to formalize their commitment to institutional collaboration and explore opportunities for future cooperation. Through the benchmarking visit, UCU further strengthened its commitment to institutional collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the continuous improvement of its internationalization initiatives. The initiative supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).#