Pampanga State Agricultural University (PSAU) has been recognized with the Champion Partner Award for Rabies Prevention and Control Program (Higher Education Institution) at the IMPACT Awards 2025, organized by the Department of Health (DOH) Central Luzon Center for Health Development (CLCHD). The awarding ceremony was held on March 26, 2025, at Best Western Plus Metro Clark, Angeles City.
The IMPACT Awards honor institutions that have made significant contributions to infectious disease prevention, including tuberculosis, rabies, and deworming. The event gathered Provincial Health Officers, Medical Center Chiefs, and health stakeholders from across Central Luzon to celebrate excellence in public health initiatives.
PSAU’s recognition highlights the extension programs of the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM), led by Dr. Remedios D. San Jose, CVM’s Extension Coordinator. The college’s faculty members and clinicians have been instrumental in rabies prevention and control efforts, engaging in community-based initiatives that promote veterinary public health and responsible pet ownership.
Representing PSAU at the awarding ceremony were Dr. Neil C. Tanquilut, CVM Dean; Dr. Aris F. Miclat, CVM Faculty Member; Dr. Remedios D. San Jose, CVM Faculty Member; Dr. Geraldine C. Sanchez, Vice President for Research, Innovation, Extension, and Training; Dr. Amalia C. Briones, Director for Extension and Training; and Dr. Rogelio P. Carandang Jr., Director of Research and Development.
This achievement reflects PSAU’s commitment to sustainable development, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). Through strong collaborations with government agencies, health institutions, and local communities, PSAU continues to play a vital role in advancing public health initiatives and promoting a rabies-free future.
PSAU shares this honor with its dedicated CVM faculty, students, and partners, whose unwavering commitment to veterinary extension services and public health advocacy continues to make a lasting impact.
