CPU Futures Forum 2026: Shaping the Future of Agricultural Education

CPU Futures Forum 2026

On September 25, 2026, Central Philippine University, through the Office of the Vice President for Research, Development, and Extension (OVPRDE) and the CPU Review, Continuing Education and Consultancy Center (RCECC), in partnership with the College of Agriculture, Resources, and Environmental Sciences (CARES) and its Alumni Association, successfully held the CPU Futures Forum 2026, an Alumni and Continuing Education Learning Session with the theme:

“From Bench to Society: Redefining Agricultural Education for the Next 75 Years.”

The event featured Dr. Lyre Annie E. Murao, Chancellor of the University of the Philippines Mindanao, as the invited speaker. She shared valuable insights on the future of agricultural education and its role in addressing emerging challenges and opportunities.

Also featured was Lichelle Dara Espada-Carlos, PhD Student in Environmental Diplomacy and Negotiations, who presented “Grasping at Straws for Climate Action,” highlighting the importance of innovation, collaboration, and collective action in addressing climate change and advancing sustainability.

The session was a meaningful gathering filled with learning, inspiration, collaboration, and fresh ideas, fostering a shared commitment toward a more sustainable and brighter future.

Together, let us shape the future of agricultural education and create meaningful impact for society.

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