22/08/2026
ICYMI: National University Highlights Legacy through Service Excellence Awards
National University celebrated the institutionās journey and achievements through the āGintong Pamana, Bughaw na Karangalanā Service Excellence Awards 2026.
In line with its 126th founding anniversary, NU honored the individuals and departments behind the Universityās success stories, recognizing years of dedicated service spanning 5 to 30 years, as well as research milestones, faculty expertise, administrative support, and embodiment of the Universityās core values.
For the NU Outstanding Values (OVAL) Awards, Jay U. Sargento (NU Lipa) championed Patriotism, Nesiel O. Manalo (NU Lipa) reflected Compassion, Rishirl A. Cuario (NU Manila) demonstrated Resilience, and Cyrus Rj W. Robles (NU Manila) exemplified Innovation.
Campuses were likewise recognized for their licensure examination performance, CHED micro-credentials, stewardship and governance, human capital development, quality policy, and overall journey toward excellence.
Among the notable awards were the Campus of the Year titles. Under the respective categories, NU Clark was named Momentum Builders, NU Baliwag received the Growth Accelerators title, and NU Manila was recognized as Legacy Leaders.
Additionally, the NU Legacy Office opened another chapter in the institutionās history with the launch of the commemorative book, āThe Nationalian: Legacies, Heroes, Warriors.ā
With this yearās theme, āShaping Leaders, Strengthening the Nation,ā NU reaffirms its commitment to developing promising individuals and contributing to nation-building through excellence, service, and leadership.
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