Have you ever witnessed an entire university community come together to celebrate excellence? Picture this: a convention hall filled with evening gowns and formal suits, where dedication meets recognition and years of service culminate in a moment of triumph.
PSU Radiates Elegance and Triumph in 2025 Awards Convocation
Multiple hues of evening gowns and suits blanketed the DTNB Convention Hall on October 29 as Pangasinan State University celebrates the 2025 Awards Convocation. The atmosphere buzzed with anticipation as faculty, staff, and distinguished guests gathered for this prestigious annual event.
A Night of Recognition and Reverence
Radiating with elegance and triumph, PSU exemplars were recognized for their excellent services and fruitful contributions during the convocation ceremony. The honorees included service awardees, retirees, and posthumous awardees, creating a diverse tapestry of dedication and achievement. Meanwhile, special recognition was given to those who demonstrated outstanding achievements in the fields of instruction, research, extension, and innovation.
University President Dr. Elbert M. Galas emphasized that this momentous occasion serves not only to celebrate accomplishments but to honor the light that every PSUnian brings to the institution. His words resonated throughout the hall as he addressed the gathered community.
“The theme ‘Radiance in Reverence’ perfectly mirrors the spirit of this occasion, a time to shine with gratitude, to look back with respect and to move forward with renewed purpose. It is a day of reflection and recognition for the men and women whose commitment keeps our university strong and steadfast,” President Galas said.
Distinguished Leadership Speaks on Excellence
Serving as Guest of Honor and Speaker, Commissioner Luis Meinrado Pangulayan of the Civil Service Commission delivered powerful remarks that elevated the evening beyond a simple awards ceremony. According to Commissioner Pangulayan, the event represented a profound journey of reflection, appreciation, and inspiration for everyone present.
“PSU serves as a well spring of competent human capital, honed to productively contribute to address our country’s concerns. The event theme resonates deeply with the transformative power of animating the workforce, reflective of the respect and the reverence for the high performing, competent and empowered human capital. The principle underlying the giving of rewards and awards, is acknowledging excellence in our midst, quiet in performance of duties but undoubtedly with loud commitment and dedication. Kailangang magpatupad tayo ng programang nagbibigay halaga sa mga lingkod bayan ng pamahalaan. Hindi laming puro trabaho dahil may paraan upang pataasin ang motivasyon at morale ng mga kawani,” Atty. Pangulayan said.
Bronze Recognition Highlights University Excellence
The Commissioner went on to laud PSU as a bronze awardee of the Program to Institute Meritocracy and Excellence (PRIME-HRM), which he described as a “testament to the quality of service that you contribute to the statement of people power in this university.” This recognition underscores the institution’s commitment to maintaining high standards in human resource management.
Lending additional prestige to the event were several distinguished officials from the CSC, including Atty. Marijoy Segui, Executive Assistants Jocelyn Tabago and Sharon Gorospe, and Regional Director Hedy Jose Lardizabal, who was represented by Mr. Rainier Repollo and Mr. Romel Rivera. Their presence demonstrated the significance of this annual celebration within the broader educational community.
Organizational Excellence Behind the Scenes
The Human Resource Management and Development Office, headed by Chief Administrative Officer Dr. Ian D. Evangelista and Acting HRMO Director Sheila Marie Malicdem, led the annual event that brought together university and campus employees from across the system. As a result of their meticulous planning, the convocation proceeded seamlessly, allowing each honoree their moment of well-deserved recognition.
For those interested in similar university awards ceremonies and their impact on institutional culture, this event serves as an exemplary model of how recognition programs can strengthen organizational bonds while celebrating individual achievements.
A Legacy of Educational Excellence
In the quest of promoting and providing quality education, Pangasinan State University, which marked its 46th founding anniversary this year, tirelessly maintains the tradition of celebrating success through events like this convocation. The university continues to commend dedicated individuals serving the public, reinforcing its commitment to excellence in all areas of operation.
The 2025 Awards Convocation at PSU perfectly embodied its theme of “Radiance in Reverence,” creating a memorable evening where individual achievements illuminated the collective strength of the university community. As attendees departed the DTNB Convention Hall, they carried with them renewed inspiration and a deeper appreciation for the dedication that drives educational excellence. This celebration reminds us all that recognizing achievement isn’t just about honoring the past—it’s about lighting the way forward for future generations of educators and public servants.
