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A distinguished educator, researcher, and advocate for quality technical-vocational education, Ms. Kimberly G. Bautista has exemplified excellence and leadership as a proud alumna of the Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology (NEUST). She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education, Major in Technology and Home Economics (THE) from NEUST Gabaldon Campus in 2006, as part of the pioneering batches of the program offered from 2001 to 2009.
As one of the few distinguished products of this specialized course, Ms. Bautista continues to bring honor to her alma mater through her contributions to education, research, and leadership.
Ms. Bautistaโs professional affiliations highlight her active involvement in national and international educational communities. As a member of the Association of Administrators in Hospitality, Hotel and Restaurant Management Educational Institutions (AARMEI) from 2014โ2024, and as part of the Secretariat for the Asia Pacific Accreditation and Certification Commission (APACC) in 2023, she has played a pivotal role in strengthening academic quality assurance across bordersโan achievement that reinforces NEUSTโs internationalization and academic reputation indicators in the QS framework.
Her dedication to research and lifelong learning has earned her multiple recognitions, including the Best Performing Trainer (2017), National Model Employee of the Year (2019), Research Achievement Award (2023), and Career and Self-Development Award (2024). These milestones reflect her commitment to research excellence and professional growth, vital components of NEUSTโs institutional performance and QS Research and Employability metrics.
Ms. Bautista has also led transformative initiatives under the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), such as the Womenโs Tracer Study (2016โ2019), the Technology Research and Development of TWC Cafรฉ Juana, and pioneering Blended Learning Models that have informed national policy and pedagogy. Her work in facilitating eLearning, work readiness modules, and industry-based training programs underscores her advocacy for sustainable education and employability. These pillars mirror QSโs emphasis on graduate outcomes and social impact.
Beyond her professional achievements, Ms. Bautista represents the universityโs vision of producing globally competent graduates and educators who champion inclusivity, innovation, and continuous improvement. Her leadership in integrating gender sensitivity, digital learning, and community-based research contributes to NEUSTโs growing presence in regional and global academic networks.
A mentor, innovator, and advocate for lifelong learning, Ms. Bautista stands as a beacon of excellence and a true NEUST Luminaryโa professional who exemplifies how passion, scholarship, and service can illuminate paths toward nation-building and global recognition.
Her story is a reflection of NEUSTโs mission to advance knowledge generation and innovation, produce globally outstanding graduates, and transform communities towards inclusive progress.
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