On September 10, 2024, the Civil Service Commission (CSC) recognized Dr. Feliciana P. Jacoba, former President and current Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA) of Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology (NEUST), as a Regional Winner under the Pagasa Award (Individual Category) in the 2024 Search for Outstanding Government Workers (SOGW) at The Orchids Gardens in San Fernando, Pampanga, highlighting the CSC’s dedication to celebrating exemplary civil service performance through its Honor Awards Program (HAP).
The CSCโs Honor Awards Program is a key initiative aimed at recognizing the contributions of public servants who have exhibited outstanding dedication, leadership, and excellence in their roles. The program is grounded in the Philippine Constitution and the Administrative Code of 1987. It emphasizes the government’s commitment to acknowledging and inspiring public servants to fulfill their duties with integrity and professionalism.
The award was personally presented to Dr. Feliciana P. Jacoba by Atty. Ryan Alvin R. Acosta, CSC Commissioner, Atty. Rosalinda A. Tanaliga-Oliva, Acting Director IV of CSC Regional Office 3, Mr. Edgardo C. Cruz, Acting Director III of CSC Regional Office 3, and Maj. Eleanor M. Prado (RES) PA, Director II of CSC Field Office Nueva Ecija.
In response to the recognition, Dr. Jacoba expressed her gratitude to the NEUST community and others who supported her throughout her career, stressing that the award is not only a personal achievement but also a reflection of the collective efforts of the university and its stakeholders. Her statement also highlighted the importance of maintaining integrity and dedication in public service.
Dr. Jacobaโs distinguished career in public service, highlighted by her tenure as NEUSTโs Former President and her current role as VPAA, includes pivotal achievements such as elevating the universityโs academic reputation on both national and international levels, leading to NEUSTโs recognition in global impact rankings like The Times Higher Education (THE) and QS World University Star Rankings, thus underscoring her effective leadership and commitment to academic excellence.
The NEUST community extends its congratulations to Dr. Jacoba for her well-deserved recognition, acknowledging that her significant contributions to both the university and public service exemplify the attributes of an outstanding civil servant and serve as an inspiration to others, whereas the CSC’s acknowledgment reaffirms her substantial impact on the university and her enduring commitment to academic and administrative excellence.
