Campus News & Updates

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).#

Oct 23, 2026

October 2026 Pharmacist Licensure Examination Passers

Urdaneta City University, together with the College of Pharmacy, proudly commends its newly licensed UCUian pharmacists for achieving an impressive 87.50% passing rate among first-time takers in the October 2026 Pharmacist Licensure Examination, surpassing the national passing rate of 77.62%. This accomplishment highlights UCU’s commitment to academic excellence and quality education. Congratulations, UCUians!

Oct 23, 2026

UCU CHTM Wins Gold, Earns Finalist Honors at DAYEW 2026

Urdaneta City University (UCU), through the College of Hospitality and Tourism Management (CHTM), won a Gold Award and earned multiple finalist honors at DAYEW 2026: The Pangasinan Province Tourism Skills Exposition, held on October 14–15, 2026, at the Sison Auditorium in Lingayen, Pangasinan. Marianne Grace Benito and Ivhanna Vigilia won gold in the Plated Dessert Display Competition under coaches John Michael Eubra and Nathaniel Estrada. UCU finalists included Mia Milagrosa Rivera and Rachelle Angela Ponce in the Pangasinan Cuisine Cooking Challenge, coached by John Michael Eubra and Nathaniel Estrada; Ian Pablo Valdez and Vince Jean Santos in Fruit and Vegetable Carving, coached by Krissel G. Mendoza and Adrian Romulo Abulencia; and Jan Dave Bautista and Princess Mae Patacsil in Table Setting Display, coached by Emerson Jose M. Rillera Jr. and Janine Gravidez. Other finalists were Jovy Wiza Gaetos in Travel Vlog, coached by John Michael Eubra and Nathaniel Estrada; Kelly B. Orines in Napkin Folding – Live, coached by Jodi Rose Asami; Angel A. Garbosa in Tour Guiding; and Maricris C. Fernandez and Nathalie Faith Gonzales in Tour Package Proposal, both coached by Chislain Aimee Garcia. Menard James C. Abrio also earned finalist honors in Travel Brochure Design under coaches Charliene Dianne S. Tolibas and Rochelle Cruz Perez. The university congratulates all student competitors and their coaches for showcasing their skills and creativity in the tourism and hospitality field. This achievement supports SDG 4: Quality Education and SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth by promoting practical skills development and career readiness in tourism and hospitality.

Oct 13, 2026

UCU CCJE Produces 128 Newly Licensed Criminologists in CLE August 2026

Urdaneta City University, together with the College of Criminal Justice Education, extends its warmest congratulations to our 128 newly licensed Criminologists for passing the August 2026 Licensure Examination for Criminologists. Congratulations to: Carlos Felipe Agbanlog, Rcrim Christian Joseph Agbanlog, Rcrim Angelica Agtual, Rcrim Leo Jesus Aguilar, Rcrim Jess Marie Alberto, Rcrim Bryan Alvarez, Rcrim Ken Amandap, Rcrim James Dexter Aniasco, Rcrim Isabela Aquino, Rcrim Jhun Mark Arvizo, Rcrim Cristina Bagayan, Rcrim Julia Patricia Amor Bancod, Rcrim Marlyn Baniago, Rcrim John Mike Barbado, Rcrim Jiverlee Rain Batalla, Rcrim Judy Ann Batalla, Rcrim Clarissa Cassandra Bautista, Rcrim Shemachaiah Bautista, Rcrim Danica Bauzon, Rcrim Aubrey Beniro, Rcrim Jessica Benitez, Rcrim Renzy Ann Cabreros, Rcrim Aldrin Cherub Cajulao, Rcrim Jonard Camilo, Rcrim Justine Cris Campos, Rcrim Jordan Cariaga, Rcrim John Michael Carlos, Rcrim Rashid Carpio, Rcrim Tsandu Carpio, Rcrim James Castro, Rcrim Mary Jane Castro, Rcrim Patricia Marie Combes, Crim Clarence Corpuz, Rcrim Jarvin Corpuz, Rcrim John Lloyd Cruz, Rcrim Christian Dave Daliwan, Rcrim Nardito Daro Jr., Rcrim Ervin Carl Dasalla, Rcrim Mae Angela Datuin, Rcrim Sir John Datuin, Rcrim Enrico De Leña, Rcrim Michael Angelo De Vera, Rcrim Chester James Dela Cruz, Rcrim Christine Dela Guardia, Rcrim Santos Jhon Delos, Rcrim Nicole Dion, Rcrim Mark John Dominguez, Rcrim Alexandra Nicole Echanes, Rcrim Michael Angelo Edrada, Rcrim Jermine Elwa, Rcrim Jacqueline Esguerra, Rcrim Jefferson Española, Rcrim Zyrhus Española, Rcrim Jeniah Mae Fajardan, Rcrim Emie Ferrer Jr., Rcrim Mark Niño Figuracion, Rcrim Ronel Gadioma, Rcrim Lyka Gamban, Rcrim Pinky Garcia, Rcrim Ivan Owen Geniza, Rcrim Roselle Grueso, Rcrim Abraham Guieb Jr., Rcrim Faisal Hadjicasan, Rcrim Bernadette Harra, Rcrim Danica Mae Jaime, Rcrim Ryan Juan, Rcrim Ken Daeniel Keyser, Rcrim Hanna Joy Lacambra, Rcrim Nathaniel Lagan, Rcrim Fidel Lagundi Ii, Rcrim Ma. Cristina Lalata, Rcrim Aiza Lambino, Rcrim Mark Anthony Lamintao, Rcrim Marilyn Laureta, Rcrim Cristian Lecaros, Rcrim Ryan Lomboy, Rcrim Janella Paola Lorza, Rcrim Jabez Eli Lozano, Rcrim John Helord Maducdoc, Rcrim Dominador Marquez Jr., Rcrim Emie Marzan, Rcrim John Emerson Mateo, Rcrim Jean May Maure, Rcrim Jefferson Meimban, Rcrim Wency Heart Mendoza, Rcrim Jasper Mercado, Rcrim Earl Jhay Miña, Rcrim Ella Mae Moreno, Rcrim Frence Ashley Nantes, Rcrim John Francis Nario, Rcrim Ashley Nava, Rcrim Ma. Jannie Rose Noriel, Rcrim Mark Joseph Oliveras, Rcrim Jilius Mc Jover Oracion, Rcrim Paolo Louise Otoman, Rcrim Arjay Pacleb, Rcrim Benjie Palma, Rcrim Jenny Mae Patron, Rcrim Ailene Petilla, Rcrim April John Pragio, Rcrim Debbie Ross Ramirez, Rcrim Angel Donna Raymundo, Rcrim Jazphine Renomeron, Rcrim Earl John Reynante, Rcrim Tristan Kenneth Rimando, Rcrim Angela Rombaoa, Rcrim Shinna Elaine Sadian, Rcrim Raffy Sadic, Rcrim Jay Nico Salcedo, Rcrim Saad Sales, Rcrim Therese Angel Santos, Rcrim Edilyn Mae Sarsoza, Rcrim John Lester Segundo, Rcrim Reymark Sibayan, Rcrim Ashly Mae Sison, Rcrim Rio Aureo Suyat, Rcrim Lucky Taaca, Rcrim Arjoy Tadeo, Rcrim Lenard Tamayo, Rcrim Marisol Tanap, Rcrim Gabriel Telesforo, Rcrim Manolito Telles Iii, Rcrim Sonny Tira, Rcrim Emerson Totaan, Rcrim Theddy Valdez, Rcrim Marvin Valenzuela, Rcrim Sherwin Vitales, Rcrim Jayzeli Ymasa, Rcrim This milestone highlights the University’s commitment, under the leadership of UCU Chairman of the Board of Regents and Urdaneta City Mayor Julio “Rammy” F. Parayno III, to provide quality education, foster academic excellence, and build a safer community through strong, principled professionals.

Oct 13, 2026

September 2026 Civil Engineering Licensure Examination Passers

Urdaneta City University, together with the College of Engineering and Architecture, congratulates its fifteen (15) UCUian newly registered Civil Engineers for passing the September 2026 Civil Engineering Licensure Examinations (CELE). The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced a total of 6,337 passers out of 17,062 examinees nationwide. The licensure examination was conducted from September 26 and 27, 2026. Congratulations to: Engr. Patricia Mae Agas, CE Engr. Reygel Aviles, CE Engr. Aldrin Bolleser, CE Engr. Jerlyn Caranga, CE Engr. Ellanjay Dulay, CE Engr. Cynthia Arriane Fragio, CE Engr. Leonardo Gambol Jr., CE Engr. Angelica Lopez, CE Engr. Melencio Macaslam III, CE Engr. Lawrence Arlson Nachor, CE Engr. John Kenneth Pagar, CE Engr. Katrina Petrola, CE Engr. Elgem Salazar, CE Engr. Marron James Tumasar, CE Engr. Ricardo Ubaldo Jr., CE This achievement highlights the University’s commitment, under the leadership of UCU Chairman of the Board of Regents and Urdaneta City Mayor Julio “Rammy” F. Parayno III, to provide quality education, foster academic excellence, and build a safer community through strong, principled professionals.

Oct 10, 2026

UCU Earns Multiple Recognitions at CHED Timpuyog Ti Amianan 2026

Urdaneta City University earned multiple recognitions at the CHED TIMPUYOG ti Amianan 2026: ASEAN Conference and Competitions, held on October 5–6 at the University of Northern Philippines in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur. Timpuyog ti Amianan 2026: ASEAN Conference and Competitions brought together colleges and universities from the Ilocos Region (Region 1) for an ASEAN-themed conference featuring cultural activities and various student competitions. UCU secured 2nd Runner-Up in the ASEAN Debate Cup, with Maine G. Paas, who was recognized among the Top 6 Best Speakers; Vallerie Kate D. Soriano, who was named among the Top 10 Best Speakers; and Sofia Angeleigh S. Dela Cruz. The University also earned 2nd Runner-Up in the ASEAN Culinary Showcase: Ube Reimagined, represented by John Michael N. Eubra and Ian Pablo M. Valdez. Meanwhile, UCUians also represented the University in other competitions. Kenneth Clyde T. Galleguez and Anikha Yesha P. Ojano were named finalists in the ASEAN Duet Singing Competition, while Carlos B. Gutierrez and Syrelle Faye J. Rivera were finalists in the ASEAN Friendship Ambassador Competition. The University’s participation and achievements in the event are part of its continuing commitment, under the leadership of UCU Chairman of the Board of Regents and Urdaneta City Mayor Julio “Rammy” F. Parayno III, to provide students with opportunities that develop their skills, broaden their perspectives, and prepare them for meaningful engagement beyond the classroom. This initiative aligns with the University’s commitment to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).#