Catanduanes State University


The Catanduanes State University is a public university in the Philippines mandated to provide higher professional and technical instruction and training in business education and commerce; and for special purposes, to promote research, advance studies, and progressive leadership in the field of education, business education and commerce.
The main campus is located in Calatagan, Virac, Catanduanes, Philippines. This institution of higher learning in the province of Catanduanes is categorized as SUC Level III-A. It was established on June 19, 1971 by virtue of Republic Act 6341, authored by the Catanduanes Congressman Jose M. Alberto, which converted the Virac National Agricultural and Trade School into the Catanduanes State Colleges. On July 8, 1972, Republic Act 6590 provided for the opening of additional courses at CSC. It was elevated to university status in October 2012. It is among the most prominent universities in the Bicol Region with a campus in Panganiban, a northern municipality of the province.

Administration

Board of Regents
ChairmanHon. Ronald L. AdamatChairperson of the Commission on Higher Education
Vice ChairmanHon. Minerva I. MoralesPresident of the Catanduanes State University
MemberHon. Gloria Jumamil-MercadoRep. of Sen. Paolo Benigno A. Aquino, Chairman - Senate Committee on Education
MemberHon. Cesar V. SarmientoRep. of Hon. Ann K. Hofer, Chairman - House of Representative Committee on Higher Technical Education
MemberHon. Agnes M. EspinasRegional Director, National Economic Development Authority RO5
MemberHon. Tomas B. BriñasRegional Director, Department of Science and Technology RO5
MemberHon. Serelino TasarraPresident, Federated Faculty Association Inc.
MemberHon. Rafael A. Icamen Jr.President, Federated Alumni Association
MemberHon. Jeric IdananPresident, Federated Colleges Student Council
MemberHon. Jerry T. AngPrivate Sector Representative
MemberHon. Carmen T. FranciscoPrivate Sector Representative
Board SecretaryMr. Renato M. PantiBoard Secretary

President of the Catanduanes State University

Current University President:
Vice Presidents
Academic AffairsDr. Lily P. Custodio
Administration and Financial AffairsProf. Ma. Theresa E. Sarmiento
Research and Extension and Production AffairsDr. Aurora E. Araojo

Degree Programs

Graduate School

The Catanduanes State Colleges Graduate School was formally opened in summer of 1972, initially offering courses leading to the degree Master of Arts in Education with 213 students. In 1975, the offering was expanded to include Master of Science in Management and in summer of 1976, Master of Arts in Teaching Practical Arts was opened.
Formerly College of Agriculture, it begun its operation in 1972 when Republic Act 6590, an Act amending RA 6341, which authorizes the CSC Board of Trustees to open additional courses, was implemented. A total of 113 initial enrollees posted during the 1st semester of SY 1972-1973. In 2006, the college became an accredited member of the Association of Colleges of Agriculture in the Philippines.
The College of Arts and Sciences is one of the pioneer colleges of the CSC when Republic Act No. 6341 converting the Virac National Agricultural and Trade School to Catanduanes State Colleges, was passed by Congress in June 19, 1971.
The College of Business and Accountancy, formerly the College of Business Administration was one of the pioneer colleges of the CSC during its inception in 1972. The College continues to be an active member of the Philippine Association of Collegiate School of Business, Philippine Council of Deans and Educators in Business, Association of Marketing Educators, Council of Management Educators, and Philippine Association of Educators in Office Administration Foundation, Inc.. Its membership to these organizations sustains its task of quality business education.
The College of Education was one of the three pioneering colleges when the Virac National Agricultural and Trade School was converted to the Catanduanes State Colleges by virtue of RA 6341 in 1972.
Laboratory Schools
Provide engineering education needed for personal growth, provincial and national development, as well as global competitiveness.
Laddered Bachelor of Science courses:

Center of Development

Level III – Reaccredited

Level II – Reaccredited

Level I

Catanduanes State University - Panganiban Campus
Programs/CoursesEffectivityAccrediting Body
Bachelor of Elementary EducationJuly 1, 2014 – June 30, 2017AACCUP
BS in AgricultureJuly 1, 2014 – June 30, 2017AACCUP

Campuses

Main Campus

Located in Calatagan, Virac, Catanduanes. The campus houses the College of Agriculture and Fisheries, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business and Accountancy, College of Education, College of Health Sciences, College of Technology, University College of Education Integrated Laboratory School-Elementary and Laboratory School-High School Department and The university Research Extension Program Center.

Panganiban Campus

Located in Sta. Ana, Panganiban, Catanduanes. Courses offered in this campus are Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Industrial Education, Technical Teacher Education, Agriculture, Industrial Education and Two-Year Certificate in Agricultural Science. It manages Laboratory High school that specializes Science and Mathematics.

Recognition and Distinctions

The Catanduanes State University was categorized as SUC Level III-A and one of PASUC-AIM Philippines’ Top 19 State Universities and Colleges in the Country with High Business Potential in Land and Equipment Assets, Human Resources, and Technological Capital. The University was also the recipient of Center of Development in Teacher Education award. The province of Catanduanes declared the university as Provincial Institute of Agriculture.

Recognition

CSU was accorded the status of Center of Development in Business Administration by the Commission on Higher Education. Through the distinction, CHED recognizes that the CSU had earned a strong reputation in the field of business administration through the criteria set in the CMO No.10, s. 2007, which include firm linkage with reputable organizations, unceasing commitment to excellence through continuous innovations; and visible influence in the industry and in the community in the form of high-impact research and extension activities and alumni involvement in related fields.

University Library

It caters mostly to students of the tertiary level, but it also renders service to secondary and elementary students who have their own respective mini libraries. It is open from 7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M., Mondays through Saturdays and on Sundays upon request of students. It is also open to researchers from other institutions/agencies.

Student Services

Organizations, fraternities and sororities

CENTRAL ORGANIZATIONS
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND FISHERIES
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND ACCOUNTANCY
PANGANIBAN CAMPUS
Catanduanes State University is a member of the Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges and its athletic Association, the State Colleges and Universities Athletic Association and participates in all events.