Pangasinan State University, School of Advanced Studies

🌍 INTERNATIONAL VISITING LECTURE: Communicating Development in the Digital Age

We are honored to announce that the Master in Development Management Program, in cooperation with the AB English Language and Public Administration Programs of PSU Bayambang, Lingayen, and Urdaneta City, will host an International Visiting Lecture featuring Dr. Poppy Febriana.

Dr. Febriana is the Dean of the Faculty of Business, Law, and Social Science at Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo (UMSIDA), Indonesia. Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of development communication in today's tech-driven world.

📅 When: March 30, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Where: PSU Golden Lion Hotel - Ylangylang (HYBRID)
🎙️ Topic: "Communicating Development in the Digital Age"

See you there, PSUnians!

PSU Faculty, PhD, MDM, and MPA Students Join SPARK Orientation on Evidence-Based Policy Analysis

Pangasinan State University (PSU) continues to strengthen its commitment to research excellence and policy development as its faculty members, PhD students, and students from the Master in Development Management (MDM) and Master in Public Administration (MPA) programs participated in the Online Orientation on SPARK (Structured Policy Analysis and Research Knowledge) held on March 28, 2026.

SPARK is a specialized initiative that serves as a methodology mentor for evidence-based policy analysis in the Philippines, aimed at equipping participants with structured approaches to policy research, formulation, and evaluation. The program emphasizes the importance of data-driven decision-making in addressing societal and governance challenges.

The orientation was facilitated by Prof. Ebinezer R. Florano, Ph.D., a respected expert from the University of the Philippines National College of Public Administration and Governance and the UP Center for Integrative and Development Studies. During the session, he provided valuable insights into integrating academic research with practical policy applications, reinforcing the relevance of evidence-based frameworks in public administration.

Participants were also introduced to the SPARK learning modules, which are accessible to all users of the platform. These modules offer comprehensive guidance and tools that support systematic policy analysis, enabling learners to apply theoretical concepts to real-world issues.

The activity was conducted via Zoom, allowing an interactive and engaging environment for knowledge sharing. PSU participants actively engaged in the session, reflecting the university’s dedication to continuous learning and professional development.

This participation highlights PSU’s ongoing efforts to enhance its linkages, research capabilities, and academic engagement, particularly in initiatives that contribute to national development. By joining programs like SPARK, PSU reinforces its role in producing competent professionals and researchers who can contribute to evidence-based policymaking in the Philippines.

𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐇 𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡

In solidarity with the global observance of Earth Hour, the Pangasinan State University community led by University President, Dr. Elbert M Galas, invites everyone to take part in this meaningful initiative.

Join us on March 28, 2026, from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM as we switch off non-essential lights and power up our commitment to protecting the planet.

"Switch on Habits for Earth" is the central theme for Earth Hour 2026 representing a call to action to move beyond the symbolic 60-minute light switch-off. It emphasizes transitioning from a one-time symbolic gesture into adopting daily, sustainable, and eco-friendly habits that protect the planet.

Let this hour remind us that small actions, when done together, can create a lasting impact.

𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬: 𝐏𝐒𝐔 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐮𝐦 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐞 (𝐂𝐀𝐂𝐨𝐦)

Lead. Shape. Transform.
Step into influence.
Shape academic excellence.

Help build a future-ready Pangasinan State University.
Pangasinan State University (PSU) invites qualified students, faculty members, professionals, partners, alumni, and stakeholders to apply as members of the PSU Curriculum Advisory Committee (CACom), as approved through BOR Resolution No. 54, s. 2025.

The CACom serves as an external advisory body, providing expert recommendations to ensure that PSU academic programs remain relevant, industry-responsive, outcomes-based, and future-ready.

For full details, visit https://main.psu.edu.ph/call-for-members-psu-curriculum-advisory-committee-cacom/

𝗖𝗔𝗖𝗼𝗺 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺)
We are accepting applications for the following representatives per program:
• Student (1)
• Faculty Member (1)
• Alumnus/Alumna (1)
• Member of a Professional Organization (1)
• Head of Relevant Industry (2)
• Faculty Member from Other Universities (1)
• Gender and Development (GAD) Representative (1)

Your expertise and industry insights will help ensure that PSU curricula remain relevant, responsive, and aligned with current educational and societal needs.

𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟑𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Documentary Requirements:
• Updated Personal Data Sheet (PDS)
• Updated Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Submit your applications to:
𝗗𝗿. 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲 𝗖. 𝗗𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘆
Director for Curriculum and Instruction
📧 [email protected]

Recognition:
All selected members of the PSU CACom will be formally acknowledged and recognized during the PSU Stakeholders’ Conference.

Be part of shaping the future of PSU education.

Join the prestigious PSU Curriculum Advisory Committee today!

📣 ANNOUNCEMENT | ONLINE ORIENTATION ON SPARK

The Pangasinan State University community is invited to attend an Online Orientation on SPARK (Structured Policy Analysis and Research Knowledge) — an AI-powered platform designed to support evidence-based policy analysis and research in the Philippines.

🔍 What is SPARK?
SPARK is a free, open online AI system that assists students and practitioners in structuring policy analysis and research effectively.

👨‍🏫 Resource Speaker:
Prof. Ebenezer R. Florano, Ph.D.
Professor XI & UP Scientist II
University of the Philippines – National College of Public Administration and Governance

📅 Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 NN
📍 Venue: Via Zoom / PSU SAS AVR

🔗 Access the platform:
https://policyailab.com/

👥 Participants:
MPA, MDM, and PhDDS students of SAS and OUS

💻 Zoom Details:
Meeting ID: 945 6510 4949
Passcode: 345831

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how AI can enhance your policy research and analytical skills. See you there!

Calling all MPA, MDM, and Ph.D. students of SAS and OUS! 📣

Are you looking for a powerful AI tool to elevate your research and policy analysis?

Join us this Saturday for an Online Orientation on SPARK (Structured Policy Analysis and Research Knowledge), a free, open online AI system designed specifically to mentor students and practitioners through the methodology of evidence-based policy analysis in the Philippines.

Learn directly from the creator, Prof. Ebinezer R. Florano, Ph.D. (Professor XI & UP Scientist II, UP NCPAG & Convenor, CIDS Data Science for Public Policy Program), as he guides you on how to leverage this AI platform for your academic and professional work.

🗓️ Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 NN
📍 Venue: Via Zoom / PSU SAS AVR

Access the platform here: https://policyailab.com/

💻 Zoom Details:

Meeting ID: 945 6510 4949

Passcode: 345831

Don't miss this opportunity to advance your data science and policy research skills. See you there!

Seminar on Research Design for Scientific Publication

The Pangasinan State University – School of Advanced Studies (PSU-SAS) successfully conducted the Seminar on Research Design for Scientific Publication on March 7, 2026 at the Audio-Visual Room (AVR), PSU-SAS, Urdaneta City. The whole-day activity gathered graduate students currently working on their thesis, capstone projects, and dissertations to strengthen their competence in research design and scientific writing.

The program opened with the welcome remarks of Dr. Renato E. Salcedo, Acting Executive Director, who emphasized the importance of strengthening the research capability of graduate students, followed by the statement of purpose delivered by Dr. Presley V. de Vera, Research Coordinator, highlighting the seminar’s role in enhancing methodological rigor and preparing graduate research for scientific publication.

The seminar proper began with a short orientation by Dr. Rhowell M. Dellosa, Director for Research Development of PSU, who discussed institutional policies on research publication and co-authorship aligned with CHED Memorandum Order No. 15, s. 2019, emphasizing responsible collaboration and research dissemination.

The morning sessions were led by Mr. Renz Venielle L. Lamayo and Dr. Charita Arcangel Delos Reyes of the University of the Philippines Baguio, who discussed the foundations of quantitative and qualitative research design, highlighting the importance of aligning research questions, methods, and analysis to ensure methodological rigor. In the afternoon, Dr. Richel L. Lamadrid, Director of the Research, Innovation and Sustainable Extension (RISE) Center of Saint Louis University Baguio, shared practical strategies in scientific writing for publication, focusing on the structure, clarity, and ethical standards necessary for preparing publishable research manuscripts.

The activity concluded with a general meeting for the upcoming public defense of graduate students, facilitated by Dr. Edelyn P. Arabe, Chair of the Doctor of Philosophy in Development Studies and the Master of Arts in Education major in Social Studies programs. This was followed by the closing message of Dr. Christian Thom F. Tabisola, Dean of the Management and Public Administration, who encouraged participants to continue strengthening their research capability and active engagement in scholarly work. Through this seminar, PSU-SAS reaffirms its commitment to advancing research excellence and fostering a strong culture of scholarly publication among its graduate students.

Seminar on Research Design for Scientific Publication
The Pangasinan State University School of Advanced Studies (PSU-SAS) will conduct a whole-day seminar on March 7, 2026 from 7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. at the Audio Visual Room (AVR), PSU-SAS, Urdaneta City, Pangasinan.

This academic activity is intended for graduate students currently working on their thesis, capstone project, and dissertation with the aim of strengthening research design competence and enhancing readiness for scientific publication. The seminar underscores the vital connection between methodologically rigorous research and effective scholarly writing.

The morning sessions on quantitative and qualitative research design will be delivered by Mr. Renz Venielle L. Lamayo and Dr. Charita Arcangel Delos Reyes of University of the Philippines Baguio. The afternoon session on scientific writing for publication will be facilitated by Dr. Richel L. Lamadrid, Director of the Research, Innovation, and Sustainable Extension (RISE) Center of Saint Louis University Baguio.

This seminar reflects PSU-SAS’s continuing commitment to research excellence, timely graduate research completion, and strengthened scholarly productivity.

Attendance for the entire duration of the seminar is expected.

ANNOUNCEMENT | STRICTLY NO EXTENSION

All students of Pangasinan State University – School of Advanced Studies are hereby reminded that Late Enrollment, Dropping, Changing of Subjects, and Thesis/Dissertation/Capstone Enrollment will be STRICTLY ACCOMMODATED ONLY on the following dates:

January 19 to January 23, 2026

This schedule has been provided with ample time for preparation and compliance. Students are therefore strongly advised to act promptly and complete all necessary transactions within the stated period.

NO EXTENSIONS WILL BE GRANTED beyond January 23, 2026, under any circumstances.

Students who fail to comply within the given dates shall bear full responsibility for any academic consequences.

For inquiries and guidance, students may personally visit the PSU–School of Advanced Studies Office.

Please be guided accordingly.

📢 ANNOUNCEMENT 📢

Please be informed that the Comprehensive Examination Results for examinees who took the exam on January 13–16, 2026 are now officially available.

We congratulate all students for successfully completing this important academic requirement. Your commitment and perseverance throughout the examination period are highly commendable.

📌 Important Reminders:
• Individual results will be released through the Office of the Registrar.
• Kindly observe confidentiality and refrain from publicly posting or sharing examination results.
• Students who wish to inquire or seek clarification regarding their results may coordinate with the Registrar's Office, following proper academic procedures.
• All passers may now enroll in their Thesis/Dissertation/Capstone.
• All students with ** mark Please report to the Registrar's Office.

Regardless of the outcome, this milestone reflects your continuous pursuit of academic and professional excellence.

Congratulations to all examinees, and thank you for your cooperation.

ANNOUNCEMENT | PSU–SAS ACADEMIC TRANSACTIONS

Please be informed that Late Enrollment, Dropping, Changing of Subjects, and Thesis/Dissertation/Capstone Enrollment for students of Pangasinan State University – School of Advanced Studies will be accommodated on the following dates:

January 19 to January 23, 2026

Kindly note that this window has been provided with ample time for preparation, and NO EXTENSIONS will be granted beyond the stated dates.

Students who were unable to complete their enrollment and other academic transactions during the regular period are advised to take advantage of this schedule. Completing these processes within the given dates is important to:

-ensure official registration and subject loading;
-avoid academic and administrative complications; and
-and maintain smooth progress in your graduate studies, especially for those undertaking thesis, dissertation, or capstone projects.

For clarifications and other concerns, students may personally visit the PSU–SAS Office during office hours.

Please be guided accordingly and comply within the scheduled period.

Thank you.