March 26, 2025 

Partido State University (PARSU) proudly spearheaded a transformative initiative presented by Mr. Nicolas A. Pura and Dr. Joni Neil B. Capucao aimed at enhancing fisheries management in the MIMAROPA region by introducing the CATCHFISH (Collaborative Access to Tracking Community, Handling of Fisheries Information, Science, and Harvest) to the Local Government Unit (LGU) Fisheries Extension Officers at Parang Beach Resort, Calapan City, yesterday, March 26, 2025.

The initial deployment of CATCHFISH in Mindoro Strait and Lagonoy Gulf has been met with positive feedback from local fishing communities for the practicality and effectiveness of its system in improving fisheries management at the local level. Further, The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) in MIMAROPA has expressed strong interest in adopting the system as a model for other regions, expanding its reach and impact. 

The CATCHFISH database is designed to address the critical needs within the fisheries sector, focusing on the efficient registration of fisherfolk, fishing vessels, and gear while enabling the real-time monitoring of catch data. By providing accurate information, the system supports sustainable fishing practices and effective resource management, contributing to the conservation of fish stocks and long-term sustainability.

Through collaborative efforts, ParSU remains steadfast that the CATCHFISH will improve the efficiency and sustainability in the fisheries sector, reflecting its mandates of promoting resilient communities.

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𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘴: 𝘑𝘰𝘯𝘪 𝘕𝘦𝘪𝘭 𝘊𝘢𝘱𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘰

March 26, 2025

To further promote innovation and hone students' entrepreneurial skills, the Partido State University (ParSU) College of Business and Management spearheaded the Technology Business Incubation (TBI): Launch and Lead initiative yesterday, March 27,2025.  

The event featured esteemed speaker Ms. Jonalyn M. Periña, ParSU TBI Officer, ParSU Assistant Professor, and owner of JPeriña, manufacturer of cacao-based food products such as Fermented Dried, Roasted Beans, and Tablea, who provided insights into the Background of ParSU-TIBAY-TBI. 

Following the talks, participants engaged in TBI groupings and breakout sessions, strengthening collaboration and knowledge exchange to drive future entrepreneurial success. 

With this initiative, ParSU remains steadfast in providing a quality educational experience for its students and continues its quest to produce successful future entrepreneurs. 

March 20, 2025

To foster financial awareness and responsibility among students, farmers, and entrepreneurs in the Partido area, the Partido State University (ParSU) College of Business and Management (CBM) Junior Finance Executives (JFINEX) in collaboration with the CBM Student Council host the two-day Financial Literacy Caravan. 

Commencing with remarks from Dr. Rina A. Abner-Puerta, CBM Dean, and a special message from Ms. Nympha L. Go, Supervising Administrative Officer, Day 1 features insightful discussions on financial empowerment- Ms. Marie Chris G. Valencia, Senior Cooperatives Development Specialist of the Cooperative Research Information and Training Section with the topic 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡, and Mr. Ed Saguibo, SmarTrade Head of Learning and Development, with the topics 𝐀𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬: 𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 and 𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐏𝐮𝐭 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐄𝐠𝐠𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐭: 𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡.

Moving forward, day 2 will focus on investment strategies, beginning with Rica A. Padayao and Liezel B. Panuelos from the Rural Bank of San Jose to discuss 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰: 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰, followed by Ms. Divina C. Velasco, Assistant Unit Manager of Olympus Summit Life Insurance Agency, who will share insights on 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐨: 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. Concluding the sessions, Mr. Saguibo will again share his insights on 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤: 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐆𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐬, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡. 

The event will wrap up with Ms. Mary Matthew Jamer, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration-Financial Management Program Chair and JFINEX Adviser, delivering the closing remarks. 
Through the valuable discussions and expertise of the resource speakers,  participants will be equipped with the fundamental knowledge and tools they need to make strategic financial decisions, paving their way for a more secure future. 

With this, ParSU remains at the forefront of collaboration to continue educating and empowering its students, instilling critical thinking skills, leadership, resiliency, and civic responsibility to promote proactive and productive communities.

March 17, 2025

ParSU welcomes back Dr. Rafe M. Brown, a distinguished Fulbright Visiting Scholar and Ecology and Evolutionary Biology professor at the University of Kansas (KU), who will spend five months conducting research and serve as an adjunct professor at ParSU College of Sustainable Communities and Ecosystems (Caramoan Campus). 

Accompanied by Dianna Kresja (KU Mammalogy Collection Manager), Vicente de Jesus Castilla Chora (National Autonomous University of Mexico, Graduate Studies), Bailey Dixon and Chase Perkins (KU Post-Baccalaureate Students), and Danny Ibanez (KU Graduate Student), Dr. Brown will engage in collaborative research on biodiversity, conservation, and amphibian and reptile taxonomy in the Bicol Region. The team, together with selected faculty and staff of ParSU Caramoan, is set to have a two-week scientific expedition to conduct a biodiversity survey in Mt. Isarog Natural Park and Caramoan National Park, where they will have the chance to explore and gain potential discoveries. 

With this, ParSU President Arnel B. Zarcedo, EDEL, emphasized the significance of this activity in nurturing, reinforcing, and deepening partnerships that already brought immense value to the university. He then reminded everyone to take this as an opportunity for shared learning, exploration, and growth. " Let us advance together in pursuing academic excellence, meaningful collaboration, and international partnership." he ended.

Moving forward, ParSU Vice President for Academic Affairs and Concurrent Dean of ParSU Caramoan Dr. Michael A. Clores presented the academic collaboration agenda which aims to strengthen research collaboration, enhance biodiversity studies, capacitate the ParSU community with training and workshops, promote conservation initiatives, facilitate academic and scientific publications, support student research and development, and strengthen institutional partnerships. Dr. Clores then highlighted that this continuous engagement with KU is essential to the university's vision to take ParSU to greater heights internationally.  

On a different note, Dr. Brown expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome and displayed enthusiasm to meet students and enlighten the latter, especially about those covered by his field of expertise. He then encouraged everyone to make this an interdisciplinary collaboration to attain a more sustainable community.  

As ParSU withstands this another milestone, it looks forward to the advancements Dr. Brown and his team will bring to the ParSU community. Through a shared vision, collaboration, and consistency, ParSU stays positive that it will continue to provide quality education, advance in bio-resource science, and promote sustainable and resilient communities that will be known globally. 

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