Quezon City University

Building Smarter Communities Through Evidence-Based Governance

The Quezon City Local Government, in partnership with Quezon City University (QCU) and the Barangay and Community Relations Department (BCRD), successfully held the second day of the Speaker Feliciano R. Belmonte Jr. School of Good Governance Certificate Courses on Evidence-Based Policy and Decision Making and Public Finance on June 6, 2026.

The second day featured Dr. Racidon P. Bernarte as Guest Resource Speaker, who led an engaging session on “Evidence-Based Policy and Decision-Making: Key Concepts and Framework.” The lecture emphasized the critical role of data, research, and structured analysis in crafting responsive and effective public policies at the barangay level.

Participants from barangays across Quezon City actively engaged in intensive workshop activities designed to bridge theory and practice. The workshop journey demonstrated a systematic approach to governance—transforming raw local grievances into actionable solutions. Through guided exercises, participants learned how to convert informal community complaints into clear, evidence-based problem statements, identify the most feasible and defensible policy interventions, and integrate these insights into a unified governance cycle of planning, budgeting, monitoring, and strategic communication.

This hands-on learning experience strengthened the capacity of local leaders to make informed decisions grounded in data and community realities, reinforcing Quezon City’s commitment to transparent, accountable, and people-centered governance.

The program continues to serve as a platform for empowering barangay officials and community leaders—equipping them with the tools, knowledge, and frameworks needed to drive sustainable development and deliver meaningful public service.

Through evidence, collaboration, and leadership, Quezon City moves forward—building stronger communities and a brighter future for all.

Official Announcement: Now Accepting Applications

Quezon City University is pleased to announce that applications are now open for its graduate programs for Academic Year 2026–2027.

Programs Offered:
• Master in Entrepreneurship
• Master of Science in Entrepreneurship

These programs are designed to equip aspiring professionals with advanced knowledge, strategic insight, and leadership capabilities in the field of entrepreneurship.

Application Period: June 8 to July 11, 2026
Application Hours: Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Application Venue: QCU San Bartolome Campus

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit the required documents within the prescribed period.

For online registration and further details, please access this link:
🔗 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1-QpUfhVTKlZE0vLIbFmx7U5qiV3AcxMMiriYdLXtewU/preview

Join Quezon City University and be part of a community committed to excellence, innovation, and service.

Year-End Evaluation of Guidance Services and Student Needs Assessment

The Guidance and Counseling Unit invites all QCU students to participate in this survey. Your feedback will help improve guidance services, mental health programs, and student support initiatives for a better and more supportive learning environment.

Please check your official QCU email accounts for important details and survey access.

Link: https://forms.gle/81pfUZ4aZ2NQmnGP9

Empowering Communities Through Knowledge and Leadership

A new chapter in transformative public service begins as the Quezon City Local Government, Quezon City University (QCU), and the Barangay and Community Relations Department (BCRD) unite to launch the School of Good Governance Certificate Courses under the QCU Center for Professional and Continuing Education SPEAKER FELICIANO R. BELMONTE JR. SCHOOL OF GOOD GOVERNANCE. The program features courses on Evidence-Based Policy and Decision Making and Public Finance—designed to strengthen leadership and elevate governance across communities.

Held on May 30, 2026, at the QCU San Bartolome Main Campus, the continuing session brought together committed leaders from barangays across Districts 1 to 6 of Quezon City, all driven by a shared mission to build a more responsive, data-driven, and people-centered city, where participants gained valuable insights on principled leadership and the power of informed, evidence-based decisions in shaping sustainable communities.

Principles in Policymaking were highlighted by QCU President Dr. Theresita V. Atienza as she warmly welcomed the participants and led the Community Problem-Solving Workshop, igniting collaboration, critical thinking, and innovative approaches to real community challenges.

This initiative stands as a powerful testament to what partnership can achieve—investing in leaders, empowering communities, and building a future where governance is guided by integrity, knowledge, and a deep commitment to public service.

Together, we rise—empowering leaders with purpose and courage. Together, we shape a brighter, stronger, and more compassionate Quezon City for generations to come.

College of Engineering Capstone Turnover Ceremony

The Quezon City University – College of Engineering proudly celebrates the successful turnover of innovative capstone projects to the QCU Center for Urban Agriculture and Innovation (CUAI) — a significant step forward in strengthening sustainable and technology-driven urban farming solutions.

The event was warmly welcomed by Dr. Theresita V. Atienza, QCU President, who commended the students and faculty for their outstanding innovation and dedication. Dr. Atienza also praised the Capstone Turnover Ceremony as a meaningful initiative that bridges academic excellence with real-world community impact.

This year’s projects highlight the creativity, technical excellence, and social responsibility of our graduating students:

VertiSweet
An IoT-Based Automated Vertical Strawberry Farming System powered by solar energy and PIC-ESP communication—designed to optimize urban space, reduce water consumption, and enable real-time monitoring for efficient crop production.

Tomato Sense
A Multi-Spectral Growth Monitoring System with stage-dependent nutrient delivery, integrating sensors and automation to enhance cherry tomato cultivation while minimizing manual intervention.

Intelligent Aquaculture Monitoring System
A smart system for Nile Tilapia farming that utilizes IoT and machine learning for water quality monitoring, growth classification, and automated alerts—empowering data-driven aquaculture management.

These projects align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by promoting:
✅ Sustainable food production
✅ Efficient resource utilization
✅ Innovation in urban agriculture

The turnover symbolizes not only the culmination of academic excellence but also the beginning of real-world impact—where these technologies will be utilized, tested, and further developed at the CUAI Urban Farm.

Congratulations to our student innovators, faculty mentors, and partners for making this milestone possible! Together, we continue to cultivate a future where engineering meets sustainability for the benefit of our communities.

Building the Future of Agriculture—Together!

Leave a Nest’s BeAGRI Education Program, in collaboration with Quezon City University (QCU), is shaping the next generation of Agri-Technopreneurs by bridging Urban Agriculture, Japanese Agritech, and Future Talent Development.

QCU President Dr. Theresita V. Atienza met with Leave a Nest's Tsuyoshi Inoue and Ronezza Delos Santos, Managing Director, Leave a Nest Philippine, on June 1, 2026, to discuss future activites on agripreneurship education.

From smart farming solutions to sustainable city agriculture, we are empowering students to innovate, lead, and grow the future.

QCU's Team CANOPHEX Shines at Leave-A-Nest TECH PLANTER Philippines 2026!
Big wins for Quezon City University! Our very own team, CANOPHEX, represented QCU at this year’s Leave-A-Nest TECH PLANTER in the Philippines 2026—a premier national platform for deep-tech and agri-tech innovations! 🇵🇭

Out of a highly competitive pool of student and professional innovators across the country, here are the major milestones our team brought home:

Wadhwani Foundation Award Winners: Recognized for our project's incredible potential for business scalability and positive social impact! This opens up exciting doors for economic incubation and specialized entrepreneurship training.

Lightning Talk Presenters: Team CANOPHEX delivered a powerful 3-minute pitch demonstrating how automated technology can be practically deployed to tackle urgent ecological issues (aligning with global targets like Climate Action and Life on Land!).

Industry Recognition: The team received invaluable feedback from top venture capitalists and deep-tech experts to help bridge the gap between academic research and market-ready infrastructure.

This achievement proves that QCU capstone projects are more than just classroom requirements—they are nationwide contenders capable of driving real-world sustainability and innovation!

Kudos to the team and their adviser, Engr. Crystalynne D. Cortez, for raising the QCU banner high! Let's keep innovating for nation-building!

Day 2 at Asian Graduate Studies Summit (A-GraSS 2026): Following the morning plenary sessions, including the Round Table Discussion on the Current Landscape, Systemic Challenges, and Policy Directions of Education in the Philippines on May 27, 2026, QCU President Dr. Theresita V. Atienza shared a photo moment with Hon. Brian Daniel Poe Llamanzares, together with Dr. Eduardo C. Zialcita, Dean of the Graduate School of the University of Perpetual Help System DALTA, Dr. Racidon P. Bernarte, Managing Director of APCoRE, and other university officials and partners.

As an official academic partner of A-GraSS 2026, QCU is honored to be part of meaningful conversations and collaborations that advance graduate education, research, innovation, and sustainability.

A Meaningful Culmination — AGRASS 2026 Awarding & Closing Ceremony

As the Asian Graduate Studies Summit 2026 (AGRASS 2026) comes to a close, we celebrate not just the end of a remarkable gathering—but the beginning of stronger collaborations across Asia.
From honoring our esteemed academic partners with Certificates of Appreciation to recognizing outstanding Best Research Papers, this ceremony highlights excellence, innovation, and the shared commitment to advancing graduate education.

With inspiring messages from distinguished leaders and a heartfelt closing, AGRASS 2026 symbolically concludes a journey of learning, exchange, and unity—while paving the way for a more sustainable and innovative future.

Thank you to all participants, partners, and institutions who made this summit truly impactful. Together, we continue to shape the future of graduate education in Asia.

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Quezon City University proudly joined the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

Signing among Academic Partners on May 26, 2026 as part of the Asian Graduate Studies Summit (A-GRASS) 2026 in Tagaytay City, Philippines. Through this engagement, QCU, represented by University President Dr. Theresita V. Atienza, reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening regional and international collaboration in research, academic exchange, capacity-building initiatives, conference collaboration, and resource sharing.

The MOU brings together academic institutions and partner organizations from the Philippines, Cambodia, Thailand, Indonesia, South Korea, Timor Leste, Malaysia, and the USA, with the shared goal of advancing knowledge, enhancing research productivity, and fostering stronger institutional linkages across borders.