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Bicol University The premier state university in the Bicol region. Founded on June 21, 1969, through the passage of RA 5521, BU was institutionalized on September 22, 1970.

Bicol University is the premiere state university in Bicol region founded on June 21, 1969 through the passage of RA 5521. As an institution promoting Scholarship, Leadership, Character, and Service as it core values, BU has risen to SUC Level IV status. Reflecting its culture of excellence, BU is identified as Department of Education’s Teacher Training Center in the Region and the base agency for Bicol Consortium for Health Research and Development and Bicol Consortium for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development. BU has 21 academic units:

East Campus:

Institute of Architecture
College of Engineering
College of Industrial Technology
Main Campus:

College of Science
College of Arts and Letters
College of Nursing
College of Law
Graduate School
Institute of Physical Education, Sports and Recreation
Integrated Laboratory School
Open University
College of Education
College of Medicine
Jesse M. Robredo Institute of Governance and Development
College of Dental Medicine
Daraga Campus:

College of Social Sciences and Philosophy
College of Business Economics and Management
Guinobatan, Albay:

College of Agriculture and Forestry
Tabaco City, Albay

Tabaco Campus
Polangui, Albay

Polangui Campus
Gubat, Sorsogon

Gubat Campus
With 7 campuses scattered across the region, BU is home to top notchers in the fields of Accountancy, Engineering, Midwifery, Nursing, Social Work and Education. As a comprehensive university, it caters to the needs of the society in the following fields:

Technology, Engineering, Architecture and Sciences
Arts and Letters, Culture, Recreation and Sports
Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Business and Entrepreneurship
Health and Medicine
Social Sciences
Education
BU Profile of Excellence

ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Center of Excellence in Teacher Education
Center of Development in Nursing Education
Center of Development in Fisheries Education
PRIME-HRM Bronze Award
Center for Higher Education Research
Number of AACCUP Accredited Programs: Level I – 13; Level II – 48; Level III – 23; Level IV – 8
SUC Level IV By The DDM Standards
One of the 22 Leading SUCs In The Philippines
Level IV Institutional Accreditation
One of the Universities in the Philippines With 3 Qs Stars Rating
Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025 (1501+)
One Of The 20 Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) Included in the British Council-Ched-University Of Liverpool Trans-National Education Program
Research Base Agency for Bicol Consortium for Agriculture, Aquatic And Natural Resource Research and Development (BCAARRD)
One of the 20 Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) Participating in Ched’s Program on Fostering World-Class Education
Top Performing School in the 2023 Bar Examinations
Top 4 (2024) – Criminal Law
Top 8 (2024) – Labor Law and Social Legislations
Top Performing School in PRC Licensure Examinations: Accountancy, Nursing, Social Work, Midwifery Education, Engineering, Law

Bicol University 9-Point Agenda

Define the University Core Values. Nurture a culture of excellence in Instruction – Research – Extension. Intensify the implementation of Quality Assurance Policies. Promote an Integrative and Holistic Human Resource Development Program. Strengthen Provision of Inclusive Students Support Services
Innovate the Physical and Digital Infrastrucutre. Establish and Expand Advocacy Centers. Concretize Collaboration with Stakeholders. Redefining Bicol Unviersity’s Role in the Region.

[ 𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 ] 𝗕𝗮𝗸𝗮𝘀 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻, 𝗕𝘂𝗸𝗮𝘀 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻 | The BPA 3rd Year students of the BU Jesse M. Robredo Institute of Governance an...
27/10/2026

[ 𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 ] 𝗕𝗮𝗸𝗮𝘀 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻, 𝗕𝘂𝗸𝗮𝘀 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻 | The BPA 3rd Year students of the BU Jesse M. Robredo Institute of Governance and Development held "Bakas Natin, Bukas Natin: Looking Beyond the Bin into the Reality of Garbage Collection and Disposal" at the BUCN Amphitheatre on October 23, 2026.

Promoting awareness of RA 9003 (Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000), proper waste management, and environmental responsibility through insightful discussions and active student participation, the event turned awareness into action: segregate waste properly, reduce plastic use, and inspire others to protect the environment. Cleaner campus, greener communities, sustainable future.

credits to Eda Marie P. Adornado

𝗕𝗨 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬 | 𝗔𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟴All classes at BU Legazpi West, Legazpi East, ...
27/10/2026

𝗕𝗨 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬 | 𝗔𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟴

All classes at BU Legazpi West, Legazpi East, and Daraga will shift to alternative learning modalities (online synchronous or asynchronous, or other appropriate learning activities) on the morning of Wednesday, October 28, 2026, in accordance with the BU Revitalized Learning Continuity Plan (RLCP). Face-to-face classes will resume at 1:00 p.m. on the same day.

Concerned non-teaching personnel of the said campuses will still report on site (face-to-face work arrangement). They are advised to make the necessary travel adjustments and allowances for possible delays due to traffic congestion and road closures.

These measures follow the traffic advisory of the Office of the City Mayor of Legazpi, through the Legazpi City Traffic Management and Public Safety Office, in connection with the Solemn Jubilee Mass with His Eminence Luis Antonio G. Cardinal Tagle and the celebration of the Diocesan Diamond Jubilee. Road closures are expected near Peñaranda Park and Saint Gregory the Great Parish Church from 4:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on October 28, 2026, which may result in heavy traffic and travel delays.

Students with afternoon onsite classes, faculty members, and non-teaching personnel are advised to anticipate traffic congestion and road closures, plan their travel accordingly, and allow sufficient travel time to reach their respective campuses on time.

The measures come upon the recommendation of the University Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office.

Please be guided accordingly.

Source: BU Office Memorandum No. 358, s. 2026

Bicol University welcomes Sydney Metropolitan Institute of Technology, AustraliaBicol University (BU) warmly welcomed de...
27/10/2026

Bicol University welcomes Sydney Metropolitan Institute of Technology, Australia

Bicol University (BU) warmly welcomed delegates from Sydney Metropolitan Institute of Technology (Sydney Met), Australia, together with their partner Evergreen Education Consultant for an institutional visit focused on strengthening academic and professional collaboration, exploring international education opportunities, and fostering meaningful partnerships.

The Sydney Met delegation was composed of Mr. Aayam Shrestha, Deputy CEO; Ms. Jane Campbell, Head of Student Recruitment and Social Media; Ms. Catherine Lorete, Philippine Staff Representative and Student Support Officer; and Ms. Anjana Singh Shrestha, General Manager. Representing Evergreen Education Consultant were Ms. Susan Park, Director and Registered Migration Agent; Ms. Sophie Kim, Regional Director for Korea and QEAC; and Mr. Vlademir Andre, Partner Registered Migration Agent.

The delegation paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Baby Boy Benjamin D. Nebres III, University President; Dr. Ma. Julieta B. Borres, Vice President for Academic Affairs; and Prof. Evangeline D. Honrado, Director of the BU International Relations Office (IRO). The visit also included meetings with Atty. Alex B. Nepomuceno, Dean of the College of Social Sciences and Philosophy (CSSP), and Prof. Angelo C. Uclaray, Chairperson of the Social Work program, to explore potential areas of academic and professional engagement. Campus tours and visits to university offices further provided opportunities to learn about BU’s academic programs, facilities, and institutional initiatives.

As part of the engagement, the delegates conducted Student Information Sessions to introduce Sydney Met's academic opportunities, scholarships, and international study pathways. They also served as plenary speakers during the 2nd Academic International Multidisciplinary Seminar for Sustainable Development Goals (AIMS for SDGs), contributing international perspectives and insights to discussions on sustainable development.

Through this institutional visit, Bicol University continues to strengthen its internationalization efforts by building global linkages, expanding opportunities for student learning and mobility, and fostering mutually beneficial partnerships that advance academic excellence and sustainable development. 🤝✨

Maria Teodora A. Loñosa, BU IRO
📸 BU CPRO, BU IRO

Congratulations to Engr. Marites E. Olesco, Chairperson of the Electrical Engineering Department, BU College of Engineer...
27/10/2026

Congratulations to Engr. Marites E. Olesco, Chairperson of the Electrical Engineering Department, BU College of Engineering, for being conferred ASEAN Engineer on October 20, 2026, during the 44th Conference of the ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organisations (CAFEO 44) in Bandung, Indonesia!

Registration in the ASEAN Engineering Register (AER) is a recognition of professional competence in engineering practice, granted only after a thorough evaluation of the engineer's education, licensure, and years of responsible professional practice. Engr. Olesco joins the newest cohort of 277 ASEAN Engineers from seven national engineering organizations across the region, including 80 Filipino engineers endorsed by the Philippine Technological Council.

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📸Marites Olesco and CAFEO44 official photos

Congratulations to our BUeño filmmakers! | SineComm Productions' "Padagos" won the Best Screenplay award in the Agrarian...
26/10/2026

Congratulations to our BUeño filmmakers! | SineComm Productions' "Padagos" won the Best Screenplay award in the Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Organization (ARBO) category at the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) Region V PelikulAgraryo Film Festival 2026, themed "Tinig ng Lupang Malaya: Kuwento at Aral-Agraryo, Butil ng Pamana sa Kabataan," on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at the Legazpi City Convention Center.

The winning team behind "Padagos" is composed of:
1. Indrea Raven Base — Comm 2A
2. Atasha Louisse Kae L. Bilon — ABEL 4A
3. Noreen Angela N. Ortega — Comm 2B
4. Jamil P. Manta — BSEd 3
5. Zymond Christopher S. Camacho — Comm 2A
6. Ma. Gabrielle Angela R. Reginaldo — Comm 4B
7. Patrick James B. De Leon — Comm 2A
8. Mark Joshua L. Cuachin — Comm 4B
9. Jenny L. Hilario — Comm 2A
10. Lindsay Llona — Comm 2A
11. Shekina Rexeane L. Ubaldo — Comm 2A
12. Samara Kylie G. Arimado — Comm 2A
13. Moghtadi F. Saeidavi — Comm
14. Erwin Gabriel R. Aga (BUCS) — BSIT 2
15. Khurt Alex Magdaong (BUCS) — BSIT 2
16. Sharmine P. Pablio — Comm 1A
17. Laurento N. Altavano — Comm 4B
18. Jay Ann G. Balaguer — Comm 4B
19. Valmarie Anne B. Columna — Comm 4B
20. Shaun Larize R. Encinas — Comm 4B
21. Heart B. Ferrer — Comm 4B
22. Edmark G. Funa — Comm 4B
23. Miguel Gabriel A. Fuerte (BUCIT) — BTvEd FoodTech 1

We take great pride in our BUeños' accomplishments and their embodiment of a true ISKOLAR ng BAYAN!

The Bicol University community is proud of you!

Bicol University Open University Joins the 39th AAOU Annual ConferenceBicol University Open University (BUOU), represent...
26/10/2026

Bicol University Open University Joins the 39th AAOU Annual Conference

Bicol University Open University (BUOU), represented by its Dean, Dr. Benedicto B. Balilo Jr., participated in the 39th Annual Conference of the Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) held on October 22–24, 2026, at The Heritage Hotel Manila, hosted by the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) Open University System.

Marking a significant milestone, this was the first time BU Open University participated in the AAOU conference, with Dr. Balilo serving as a research presenter. He presented the paper titled “Motivation and Challenges Faced by Distance Education Learners: Insights from Bicol University Open University, Philippines,” co-authored with Ms. Martha Joy Ruvivar and Mr. Jose Carlo B. Lavapie.

With the theme “Responding to Global Challenges Towards a Resilient and Future-Ready Open and Distance Education,” the conference provided opportunities to exchange knowledge, explore innovations, and learn best practices in Open and Distance e-Learning (ODeL).

This milestone is a valuable step toward strengthening BUOU’s programs and services. The knowledge and insights gained are expected to support improved office operations, enhanced learner support, and the continuous delivery of accessible, flexible, and quality education.

✍️📸BU Open University; Bicol University - Eteeap

Congratulations to our 4 newly licensed BUeño Electronics Engineers and 19 newly licensed BUeño Electronics Technicians ...
24/10/2026

Congratulations to our 4 newly licensed BUeño Electronics Engineers and 19 newly licensed BUeño Electronics Technicians for placing Bicol University Polangui as the No. 3 Top Performing School in the Philippines, with a 93.33% passing rate in the October 2026 Electronics Technicians Licensure Examination!

BU-Legazpi registered a perfect 2 out of 2 (100%) and BUCIT in Legazpi added 3 out of 4 (75%) among technician examinees, while all four new BUeño Electronics Engineers came from BU Polangui.

PRC announced that 1,106 out of 2,337 (47.33%) passed the Electronics Engineers Licensure Examination and 1,804 out of 2,057 (87.70%) passed the Electronics Technicians Licensure Examination.

We take great pride in our BUeños' accomplishments and their embodiment of a true ISKOLAR ng BAYAN!

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Congratulations to our 38 newly licensed BUeño Mining Engineers for placing Bicol University as the No. 4 Top Performing...
24/10/2026

Congratulations to our 38 newly licensed BUeño Mining Engineers for placing Bicol University as the No. 4 Top Performing School in the Philippines, with an 86.36% passing rate in the October 2026 Mining Engineers Computer-Based Licensure Examination!

All 38 new engineers came from the BU College of Engineering, with a 94.12% passing rate among first-time takers (32 out of 34) and joined by 6 successful repeaters, as BU earned its place among schools with 10 or more examinees and at least 80% passing percentage.

PRC announced that 242 out of 279 (86.74%) passed the Mining Engineers Computer-Based Licensure Examination

We take great pride in our BUeños' accomplishments and their embodiment of a true ISKOLAR ng BAYAN!

The Bicol University community is proud of you!
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𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗸, 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗕𝗨𝗲𝗻̃𝗼 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁!The Bicol University community wishes the best of luck to our BU...
23/10/2026

𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗸, 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗕𝗨𝗲𝗻̃𝗼 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁!

The Bicol University community wishes the best of luck to our BUeño examinees in the October 2026 Certified Public Accountant licensure Examination, scheduled on October 24, 25, and 26, 2026.

𝑃𝑎𝑑𝑎𝑔𝑜𝑠, 𝑚𝑔𝑎 𝐼𝑆𝐾𝑂𝐿𝐴𝑅 𝑛𝑔 𝐵𝐴𝑌𝐴𝑁!




Bicol University, through its International Relations Office, successfully hosted the 1st United Nations Model Youth Bic...
23/10/2026

Bicol University, through its International Relations Office, successfully hosted the 1st United Nations Model Youth Bicol Convergence UNGA81 & UNAP79 on October 22, 2026, bringing together Global UNAP and Bicol University President, students, and faculty members for meaningful discussions on global education and health, youth leadership, international cooperation, and sustainable development.

A highlight of the event was the conferment of the Global UNAP Presidential Medal Award upon BU President Dr. Baby Boy Benjamin D. Nebres III, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 4: Quality Education. Global UNAP Pins were also conferred to internationalization-engaged faculty members of Bicol University and to the representatives of the National Federation of Women's Clubs of the Philippines and Ligao Women's Club. The awards were conferred by President Roderick Cruz of the Global United Nations Association of the Philippines,

The convergence also marked the election and oath-taking of the inaugural officers of the Bicol University United Nations Youth Association of the Philippines (BU-UNYAP), strengthening youth participation in advancing global citizenship and sustainable development.

Global Leadership. Science. Youth. Action.

✍️ BU International Relations Office

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