Led by Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U) President Enrique G. Baking, officials and representatives from the College of Computing Studies (CCS) and College of Engineering and Architecture (CEA) participated in the Higher Education Summit (HES) 2026 at SMX Convention, Clark on March 10, 2026.

In a significant step towards advancing its research capabilities, Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U) through its Research Management Office (RMO) formalized its collaboration with De La Salle University (DLSU) by signing a Letter of Cooperation (LOC) held at the University Hostel on February 27, 2026. 

To foster honest academic habits by helping students and faculty members ensure their work is original and properly cited, Pampanga State University’s (Pampanga State U) Research Management Office (RMO) sealed the University Agreement Signing for Turnitin access at the Research Data Processing and Analysis Center (RDPAC) on February 25, 2026. 

In a significant step toward advancing digital literacy, Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U) through its Training Services Office (TSO) solidified its partnership with the Break the Fake Movement (BTFM) by signing a Memorandum of Understanding held at the University Learning Resource Center on March 4, 2026.

Leading the purple path to empowerment, Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U) officially commenced the National Women’s Month 2026 celebration (NWMC) with this year’s sub theme, “Lead like the Babaylans, Filipinas!” at the Dr. Ernesto T. Nicdao Sports Center on March 4, 2026.

Solidifying its legacy in campus journalism, The Industrialist, the official student publication of Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U), was recognized as the 2nd Most Outstanding Publication at the 6th Assumption Outstanding Campus Press Awards (AOCPA), held at the University of the Assumption on February 27, 2026.

Reaffirming its position as a premier academic institution in Central Luzon, Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U) has once again claimed the number one spot among higher education institutions in the region, according to the 2025 uniRank University Rankings, with results released in February 2026.

Making its debut as the new sports moniker of Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U), the Golden Artisans rekindled their competitive spirit and shone at the closing of the Regional State Colleges and Universities Athletic Association III (RSCUAA3) 2026, hosted by the Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology (NEUST) from February 22 to 27, 2026.

The Department of Budget and Management Regional Field Office III (DBM-RFO III) gave a Very Satisfactory rating for Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U) during the annual Full-Time Delivery Unit (FDU) validation held at the University Hostel on February 26, 2026.

Recognizing the importance of promoting environmental sustainability and responsible knowledge management, Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U), together with 20 other State Universities and Colleges (SUCs), officially inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Biliran Province State University (BiPSU) via Zoom on February 26, 2026.

Let the games begin!

Exuding sportsmanship and school spirit, the Golden Artisans of Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U) marched as the Regional State Colleges and Universities Athletic Association (RSCUAA) III Olympics 2026 officially kicked off at the Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology (NEUST) Sumacab Campus in Cabanatuan City on February 22, 2026.

To further strengthen the foundation of students’ academic development, Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U), through its College of Business Studies (CBS), formalized its partnership with the Government Association of Certified Public Accountants (GACPA), Inc. in a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing held at the University Hostel on February 12, 2026.

The Industrialist, the official student publication of Pampanga State University, secured another major win after clinching 46 awards at the 24th Regional Higher Education Press Conference (RHEPC) held at Palm Cabanas Resort from February 11 to 13, 2026.

Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U) welcomed participants for the Joint Executive Meetings with Commission on Higher Education Regional Office (CHEDRO) III, Culture and the Arts Association of State Universities and Colleges (CAASUC) III, and Development Council for State Universities and Colleges (DC-SUC) III/Center for Interrelated Research and Policy Studies (CIRPS) held at the University Hostel on February 13, 2026.

The concrete walkways of Pampanga State University – Bacolor Campus burst into color as students transformed the campus pavements into an outdoor gallery during the Chalk Festival, part of the National Arts Month Celebration (NAMC) held on February 12, 2026.

Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U), through its Office of Culture and Arts (OCA), joined the celebration of the National Arts Month 2026, kicking off its opening program held at the University Auditorium on February 11, 2026.

To signify a mutual understanding and shared vision to cultivate a culture of volunteerism, service, and civic engagement, the Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U), through its Extension Services Office (ESO) together with the Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency (PNVSCA) officially signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) held at the University Hostel on January 28, 2026.

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) officially recognized the Pampanga State University Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA) through Certificate of Accreditation No. 1733, signed on December 11, 2025, and granted the Collective Negotiation Agreement (CNA) on January 23, 2026.

Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U), through its Data Privacy Office, has duly complied with the requirements of the National Privacy Commission (NPC) under Republic Act No. 10173, also known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012, following the issuance of a certification on January 29, 2026.

Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U) opened its doors for the 90th Anniversary Celebration of the Office of the Vice President (OVP) in Central Luzon, held at the University Auditorium on January 28, 2026.

The Golden Artisans’ Arnisadors from Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U) once again dominated the Philippine Eskrima Kali Arnis Federation (PEKAF) NCR and Luzon Arnis Philippine Team Qualifying Tournament, securing three gold, two silver, and four bronze medals during the three-day event held at the Velodrome in Tagaytay City last January 15 to 18, 2026.

Pioneering the delivery of comprehensive and accessible primary health care among State Universities and Colleges in Central Luzon, Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U) targets students, faculty, and staff to be included in Philippine Health Insurance Corporation’s (PhilHealth) Yaman ng Kalusugan Program (YAKAP).

In a strategic move to advance academic synergy, Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U), through its Research Management Office (RMO), formalized a partnership with the City College of San Fernando Pampanga (CCSFP) through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the CCSFP campus in the City of San Fernando on January 22, 2026.

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