Cagayan State University

Cagayan State University, established in 1978, is the largest state institution of higher learning in the Cagayan Valley Region of the Philippines. The university has nine campuses in Cagayan's three congressional districts, with each headed by an executive officer. The Andrews Campus, where the university president also serves as the CEO, houses the central administration. The campuses are located in growth areas, with the university's headquarters in the Andrews Campus. The university's growth areas include Gonzaga, Aparri, Lallo campuses in the Cagayan's 1st congressional district, Lasam, Sanchez-Mira, Piat campuses in the Cagayan's 2nd congressional district, Andrews, and Carig in Tuguegarao and newly opened to be nine campus Solana in the Cagayan's 3rd congressional district.

History
Juan Ponce Enrile was a representative of the Province of Cagayan in the Interim Batasan Pambansa and drafted the Charter of the Cagayan State University. It was signed into law as Presidential Decree No. 1436 by President Ferdinand E. Marcos on June 11, 1978. The Charter was amended in 1997 with provisions on the composition, powers and selection of the members of the governing board.

The charter of Cagayan State University consolidated existing post-secondary institutions, converting them into a single legal entity. This explains the present constellation of campuses of Cagayan State University: Andrews (Caritan), Piat, Lasam, Lallo, Aparri, Sanchez Mira, and Gonzaga. When the university commenced operations, a site in Carig was developed, to which the central administration of the university would later transfer from Caritan. This site has evolved, by board consent, into the Carig Campus, although the Central Administration has since returned to the Andrews Campus at Caritan.

The university was formed from pre-existing institutions that were mainly agricultural and technical. Presidential Decree No. 1436 stated that the university was to provide "better service in professional and technical training in the arts, sciences, humanities, and technology and the conduct of scientific research and technological studies". This meant that the university was not to be an agricultural, fisheries, or technological university but a "comprehensive university" as defined in the academic world.

Dr. Manuel Corpus and Dr. Joselito Jara were the first university officials, headed by Dr. Manuel Corpus from the University of the Philippines and Dr. Joselito Jara from the University of Maryland. The officials of pre-existing colleges that were consolidated into the university were designated "Campus Deans" and continued to supervise their respective campuses.

The Board of Regents authorized the opening of a College of Medicine, the first in the region, and an agreement with the Cagayan Valley Regional Hospital to make it the training hospital. The first dean was Dr. Gilberto Gamez, a nationally recognized neurologist-psychologist from the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery of the University of Santo Tomas.

The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) has identified priority courses for the region, and CSU has always offered degree programs in the "hard sciences" such as mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology. However, these programs have not been popular, but CSU now has a competent and highly credible corps of professors in these disciplines.

Dr. Armando Cortes, then Campus Dean of the Aparri Campus, succeeded Dr. Manuel Corpus as University President. The Bureau of Higher Education, under the Department of Education, Culture, and Sports, oversaw state universities and colleges. Prof. Monserrat Babaran was the Vice President for Academic Affairs, and together they devised a classification and promotion scheme that would later be adopted as a National Compensation Circular.

Fr. Ranhilio Aquino was appointed vice president for academic affairs at the University of Santo Tomas. He supervised the accreditation of different programs at CSU with the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities of the Philippines and instituted a system for the re-training and "re-tooling" of professors of agriculture and fisheries who no longer had enough students to teach. Some programs of the university were awarded Center of Excellence status; others were awarded Center of Development status and higher levels of accreditation.

The Board of Regents authorized the operation of a College of Law, offering the Bachelor of Laws degree, in Tuguegarao City, Cagayan.

The College of Medicine earned recognition as the 10th leading school of medicine in the Philippines due to its creditable performance in the licensure examination. Quality medical education was available at a low cost, and the Graduate School was recognized and respected. Law flourished under the deanship of Attorney Leticia Aquino, who boosted bar passing levels and obtained authority from the Legal Education Board to offer the degree of Juris Doctor.

Dr. Roger Perez was appointed as the next university president and immediately set himself to work on giving the Andrews Campus a much-needed facelift. The Administration Building was built to be reminiscent of the Acropolis and the quadrangle, appropriately called the "Athena Quadrangle". Several steps were taken to rationalize campus resources and improve productivity. President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo graced the inauguration ceremonies of the new buildings, and the descendants of Claude Andrews were present at the dedication rite. President Perez introduced the Zero-Tuition Fee scheme, and many additional academic programs were offered at the university.

Dr. Romeo Quilang assumed the presidency of Isabela State University after Dr. Perez's term. During this administration, efforts were made to revive links with the Accreditation Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP) and return the university's program to the accreditation system. The university also submitted itself to ISO certification and was awarded certified status by Intertek.

Board of regents
Cagayan State University's governance is vested in the Board of Regents, which has 12 members and is the highest decision-making body in the CSU system. The CSU Board of Regents is composed of a commissioner of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), the president of Cagayan State University, the chairpersons of the Committees on Higher Education of the Senate and House of Representatives, the president of the University Student Government, the faculty regent, and the president of the CSU Alumni Association. Two members of the board come from the private sector.

President of the Cagayan State University
The president of Cagayan State University is elected for a six-year term by the university's twelve-member board of regents. The newly appointed OIC President is Hon. Arthur G. Ibañez is recognized as an ASEAN engineer and a former CEO of CSU Carig.

Vice presidents of the Cagayan State University
These vice presidents play a crucial role in overseeing and managing different aspects of the university's operations. By dividing their responsibilities, they ensure that all areas of concern are given proper attention and expertise. This organizational structure allows for efficient decision-making and effective implementation of strategies to address the university's diverse needs.

Campus executive officers (CEO) of CSU
In addition to overseeing the administration of each campus, the university president also plays a crucial role in setting strategic goals and policies for the Andrews Campus. They collaborate with various stakeholders, including faculty, staff, and students, to ensure that the campus operates efficiently and effectively. Furthermore, the university president represents the institution at external events and engages with community partners to foster positive relationships and promote the university's mission.

Graduate school
Dean: Dr Julius T. Capili


 * PhD in Development Education
 * PhD in Education Major in Language Education, Science Education, and Educational Management
 * MS Teaching Major in: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics
 * Master of Arts in Education Major in Mathematics, Filipino, Educational Management, English, Social Science, Physical Education Health & Music
 * Master of Science in Crop Science
 * Master of Science in Animal Science
 * Master of Arts in Guidance & Counselling
 * Master of Arts in Psychology
 * MS in Information Technology
 * Master in Information Technology (Non-Thesis)
 * Doctor in Public Administration
 * Doctor Of Medicine
 * Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology

College of Agriculture
Dean: Engr. Roger P. Rumpon


 * Bachelor of Science in agriculture
 * Certificate in Agriculture (2 years)
 * Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Technology
 * Diploma in Agricultural Technology (3 years)

College of Allied Health Sciences
Dean: Dr. Julius T. Capili


 * Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science
 * Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy
 * Bachelor of Science in Public Health
 * Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics

College of Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Dean: Prof. Crizaldy P. Binarao


 * Bachelor of Science in Physics
 * Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
 * Bachelor of Science in Biology
 * Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
 * Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
 * Bachelor of Science in Guidance & Counselling
 * Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
 * Bachelor of Science in Police Administration
 * Bachelor of Science in Psychology
 * Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Commercial Communications
 * Bachelor of Arts in Economics
 * Bachelor of Arts in English
 * Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication
 * Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

College of Business Entrepreneurship & Accountancy
Dean: Prof. Antonia Josefa A. Taguinod


 * Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
 * Bachelor of Science in Accounting Technology
 * Bachelor of Science in Accounting Information System
 * Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA-FM, BSBA-MM)
 * Bachelor of Science in Legal Management
 * Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship

College of Criminal Justice Education
Dean: Dr. Maita P. Guadamor


 * Bachelor of Science in Criminology

College of Teachers Education
Dean: Dr. Marie Claudette M. Calanoga


 * Bachelor of Secondary Education
 * Bachelor of Elementary Education
 * Bachelor in Early Childhood Education
 * Bachelor of Technical Teacher Education
 * Certificate Program for Teacher Education

College of Engineering & Architecture
Dean: Engr. John Michael Casibang


 * Bachelor of Science in Agricultural and Bio System Engineering
 * Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
 * Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
 * Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
 * Bachelor of Science in Architecture
 * Bachelor of Science in Geodetic Engineering

College of Fisheries and Aquatic Science
Dean: Dr. Quirino G. Pascua


 * Bachelor of Science in Fisheries
 * Bachelor of Science in Marine Science

College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Dean: Dr. Jomel B. Manuel


 * Bachelor In Human Services
 * Bachelor of Arts in Communication
 * Bachelor of Arts in Economics
 * Bachelor of Arts in English Language Studies
 * Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
 * Bachelor of Science in Development Communication
 * Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Commercial Communication
 * Bachelor of Science in Psychology

College of Hospitality & Industry Management
Dean: Dr. Lianne T. Abuan


 * Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Industry Management
 * Certificate in Housekeeping (1 year)
 * Certificate in Food & Beverage Service (2 years)
 * Front Office Management & Procedures (3 years)

College of Human Kinetics
Dean: Dr. Chita C. Ramos
 * Bachelor in Physical Education(BPED)
 * Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Science

College of Information & Computing Sciences
Dean: Dr Generino P. Siddayao


 * Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT)
 * Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS)
 * Bachelor of Multimedia Arts (BMMA)
 * Bachelor of Science in Library Information Systems (BSLIS)
 * Bachelor of Science in Information Systems (BSIS)

College of Law
Dean: Atty. Norman Clarence T. Lasam


 * Bachelor of Laws and Letters

College of Medicine and Surgery
Dean: Dr. Rodina R. Gorospe


 * Doctor of Medicine and Surgery MBBS

College of Public Administration
Dean: Dennis Bacuyag, DPA


 * Bachelor of Science in Public Administration
 * Bachelor of Science in Social Work

College of Industrial Technology
Dean: Prof. Bryan T. Lacambra


 * Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology
 * Certificate in Industrial Technology (2 years)
 * Degree holder in Industrial Technology (4 years)

College of Veterinary Medicine
Dean: Dr. Bryan Jerome R. Bassig


 * Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Amenities
Throughout Cagayan State University's campuses this academic year, there have been improvements and infrastructural advancements. A sequence of "circa 50" buildings embodying the university slogan "Educating for the Best" is nearing completion.

CSU Andrews is the university's "show window" and is undergoing substantial renovations.

CSU has made architectural upgrades to inspire better expectations among its underprivileged students, including new buildings and comfort rooms on all campuses.

These improvements aim to provide a conducive learning environment for all students, regardless of their socio-economic background. Additionally, the addition of modern facilities and amenities reflects CSU's commitment to continuously enhance the overall educational experience for its students.

Electronic Library
The subscription to Academic OneFile for its E-Library allowed the institution to provide its students and faculty with access to a vast array of academic resources and research materials. This service greatly enhanced the institution's ability to support scholarly pursuits and stay at the forefront of educational technology.

Students
The university's Mass Communication program is a critical institution, responsible for creating radio and television shows that expose the public to the university's activities and offer frequent updates about the university. It was founded by Dr. Roger Matalang and has become one of the university's most prestigious programs.

On its nine campuses, the university has a population of 32,000 people. It is unique in that students pay fiduciary fees of two to three thousand pesos every semester for specified reasons such as a library, laboratory facilities, and infrastructure development rather than tuition costs. Furthermore, the institution provides Wi-Fi access and an e-library to all students and instructors, on and off campus.

It has acquired speech laboratories as well as engineering laboratories on the Andrews, Carig, and Aparri campuses.

Student Council

 * The CSU University Student Council Federation: The Official Page of the Highest Student Organization in the Entire Cagayan
 * CSU Andrews Campus Student Council: The Official Page of the Highest Student Government of CSU Andrews
 * Campus Student Council—CSU Aparri; The Official Page of the Campus Student Council of Cagayan State University Aparri Campus
 * Campus Student Council, CSU Carig Campus; The Official Page of the Carig Campus Student Council, CCSC
 * Campus Student Council - CSU Gonzaga Campus; The Official Pages of Student Organization of the CSU-Gonzaga Student Publication
 * Campus Student Council: CSU Lal-Lo Campus; The Official Page of the Cagayan State University Lallo Campus Student Council
 * Campus Student Council, CSU Lasam; the official Facebook page of the Campus Student Council of Cagayan State University, Lasam
 * CSU Piat Campus Student Council: The official Facebook page of the Campus Student Council of Cagayan State University-Piat
 * Campus Student Council, CSU Sanchez Mira; the official Facebook page of the Campus Student Council of Cagayan State University, Sanchez Mira
 * CSU Solana Lara Campus Student Council: The official Facebook page of the Campus Student Council of Cagayan State University-Solana

Student Publication

 * The CSU Communicator: The Student Media/Publication Page of Cagayan State University Andrews
 * The Aquarius-Cagayan State University Aparri is the official page of the campus student publication of Cagayan State University Aparri.
 * The CSU Promethean, the official page publication of Cagayan State University,
 * CSU-Gonzaga Paragon: The official page publication for Liberating Voices and Amplifying the Cagayan State University Gonzaga
 * The CSU Lal-lo Innovator is the official page publication of Cagayan State University Lal-lo.
 * The Ripple: CSU-Lasam Official; The official page publication of Cagayan State University Lasam
 * The Touchstone: The official page publication of Cagayan State University, Sanchez Mira
 * CSU Solana Student Publication: The official page publication of Cagayan State University Solana

Culture, sports and traditions
Tuguegarao Campuses is the only university in the Philippines with its own system of jeepney and tricycle transportation.

The Cagayan State University Chorale Ensemble has performed in Malaysia, Macau, Busan City, and Rome, and has also performed with the University of Santo Tomas Symphony Orchestra. Fr. Aquino is the vice president for academic affairs.

The Athena Dance Troupe and the Athena Rondalla, led by Dr. Chita Ramos, have gained popularity and are often invited for performances featuring indigenous Filipino and regional dances and music.

Dr. Shamon Abraham is the University Director of Culture and the Arts at Tanghalang CSU, a former Filipino who was previously a cultural director at the University of Saint Louis.

Affiliations
The CSU Maroons are the official sports team representing CSU in various athletic competitions. As a member of PASUC and SCUAA, CSU actively engages in these events to showcase the skills and talents of its athletes.

Noted alumni and professors

 * Dr. Eligio B. Orteza Jr., The author is a 1981 graduate of CSU and a professional mechanical engineer with a Master of Science and doctor of philosophy degrees from Stanford University. He is currently a scholar cohort of the Graduate School of the Center for Faith and Culture at the University of St. Thomas, Houston, Texas, investigating the convergence of science, technology, American culture, and faith.
 * Most Rev. Sofronio Bancud, S.S.S., D.D., The fifth and current bishop of Cabanatuan is an alumnus of then-High School department of CSU.
 * Jose Guzman, Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Engineer, Associate Professor; placed fourth in the Licensure Examination, 1983
 * James Cabildo, agricultural engineer, alumnus and assistant professor; placed fourth in the Licensure Examination, 1992
 * Joseph Cabalbag, civil engineer, alumnus and instructor; placed 19th in the Licensure Examination, 1999
 * Mark Gil Hizon, agricultural engineer, alumnus; placed third in the Licensure Examination, 2000
 * Dennis B. Mercado. structural engineer, alumnus; placed ninth in the Licensure Examination, 2006
 * Elmer Tattao. electrical engineer, alumnus; placed first in the Licensure Examination, 2008
 * Rudolf Vecaldo Teacher, alumnus and instructor; placed second in the Licensure Examination for Teachers 2008
 * Jun Cosmiano Civil engineer, alumnus; placed fourth in the Licensure Examination 2008
 * Sherwin Maruquin. agricultural engineer, alumnus; placed first in Licensure Examination, 2009.
 * Jayson Tee. agricultural engineer, alumnus; placed sixth in Licensure Examination, 2010.

Distinguished professors include:


 * Dr. Rogelio Matalang He has distinguished himself in mass media by organizing local FM stations, conceptualizing the mass communication program of Cagayan State University, and establishing links with Kosin University in South Korea.
 * Fr. Ranhilio Aquino: Dean of San Beda College, chair of Department of Jurisprudence and Legal Philosophy, Philippine Judicial Academy, Supreme Court of the Philippines, author and lecturer.
 * Dr. Febe Gamiao-Paat: a clinical psychologist who has streamlined and organized the guidance services of the university;
 * Dr. Edith Pagulayan: The Dean of Instruction is a key administrator and social worker at St. Paul University Philippines.
 * Prof. Arthur Ibanez: The campus executive officer of the Carig Campus passed structural engineering screening procedures.
 * Dr. Teresa Dimalanta: the only professor in the region who holds the degree Ph.D. Mathematics.
 * Dr. Marcelo Raquepo He is a leading authority on research and statistics at the University of the Philippines.
 * Dr. Nelia Cauilan, She is a faculty regent and has conducted research studies that have been highly acclaimed by agencies, associations, and NGOs.
 * Dr. Lilia Tamayao She has successfully bridged the gap between academia and government with innovative proposals and agreements, demonstrating her Doctor of Public Administration degree.

Campuses

 * Cagayan State University – Andrews Campus
 * Cagayan State University – Aparri Campus
 * Cagayan State University – Carig Campus
 * Cagayan State University – Gonzaga Campus
 * Cagayan State University – Lallo Campus
 * Cagayan State University – Lasam Campus
 * Cagayan State University – Piat Campus
 * Cagayan State University – Sanchez Mira Campus
 * Cagayan State University – Solana Campus