NEUST reaffirms, expands partnerships with stakeholders

The Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology (NEUST) renewed and established agreements with 24 stakeholders during a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing ceremony on September 11, 2025, at the NEUST Mini-Convention Center.

According to University President Dr. Rhodora Jugo, the memoranda of agreement and understanding serve as a concrete affirmation of the NEUST GLOBAL framework in building linkages for collaboration, innovation, and community service.

She added that the renewal and establishment of these partnerships ensure that NEUST’s initiatives remain relevant, responsive, and aligned with the needs of its stakeholders.

“This commitment, grounded in mutual trust and a shared vision, underscores the principle of collaboration and provides a vital mechanism for generating impactful and sustainable outcomes,” said President Jugo, noting that while the partner institutions differ in nature and mandate, they are “united by a common aspiration: the welfare and uplift of our people.”

NEUST partners include academic institutions, government agencies, local government units, non-governmental organizations, and private sector entities, as follows:

Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP)
Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) – Nueva Ecija
Local Government Units of Laur, Llanera, Nampicuan, Peñaranda, and Rizal, Nueva Ecija
Aviation (Hiraya) Regiment, Philippine Army
Bureau of Jail Management and Penology(BJMP)
National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP)
Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) – Nueva Ecija
Boy Scouts of the Philippines (BSP) – Nueva Ecija
Center for Community Transformation (CCT)
Santarra, Inc.
Saint Isidore The Farmer Parish
Divina Pastora College
Alejandro E. Judan National High School
Luis O. Reñon Integrated School
Camp Tinio National High School
Energetic Association of Senior Citizens of Palayan City
Palayan City Overseas Worker Association (PACOWA)
Pinagkaisang mga Kababaihan ng Lungsod ng Palayan, Inc.
Retirees Primary Multi-Purpose Cooperative, General Tinio, Nueva Ecija
Abiva Publishing House, Inc.

Witnessing the signing were NEUST officials, including Atty. Bembol Castillo, Vice President for Administration, Business, and Finance; Dr. Kenneth Armas, Director of the Planning and Development Office; Dr. Marilene Hipolito, Director of the Research Services Department; Dr. Marivic Villegas, Director of the Extension Services Department; Dr. Marilou Pascual, Director of the University Training Department; RET chairpersons and coordinators; and faculty members.

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