Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) stands united in advocating for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as it enters the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025, according to results released today, June 18, 2025.
DHVSU achieved a global ranking in the 1501+ bracket out of 2,526 participating universities worldwide and is one of the 121 Philippine higher education institutions (HEIs) that made it to the list.
Through the collective efforts of the DHVSU community, the University submitted entries for six SDGs where it also received rankings as follows:
- SDG4: Quality Education – Rank 1001–1500
- SDG5: Gender Equality – Rank 401–600
- SDG8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – Rank 801–1000
- SDG10: Reduced Inequalities – Rank 1001+
- SDG11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – Rank 601–800
- SDG17: Partnership for the Goals – Rank 1501+
The THE Impact Rankings evaluate the performance of higher education institutions (HEIs) in advancing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), assessing their progress across 130 participating countries worldwide this year.
DHVSU’s inclusion in this international ranking reflects the growing impact of its initiatives and contributions toward achieving the SDGs across various indicators.
“It was a journey worth taking. At first, we thought it was an uncharted one, thus, reserved only for the bold, the brave, and the fearless. In the past years that results came out, we joyfully celebrated with the ranked. But, God knows how I'd love to see our beloved DHVSU in the list, too,” Dr. Mildred Crisostomo, Director of the Office for International Partnerships and Programs (OIPP), stated.
Dr. Crisostomo worked closely with her co-leads—Dr. Eddiebal Layco, Director of the Planning and Development Office; Dr. Emil Pareño, Director of the Quality Management and Services Office; Dr. Riza B. Lintag, Dean of the College of Education; and John Paul Miranda, data provider—together with the team members assigned to each SDG entry, as well as the unit heads and staff of the OIPP.
She also acknowledged the support of the DHVSU top management—University President Dr. Enrique G. Baking, Executive Vice President Engr. Reden M. Hernandez, Vice President for Research, Innovation, Training, and Extension Dr. Ranie B. Canlas, and Vice President for Student Affairs and Services Dr. Dolores T. Quiambao—for believing in the value and promise of collective effort.
Congratulations, DHVSU!
