10/04/2025
STRONGER TOGETHER: URS RDEP REVIEWS Q1 WINS AND SETS VISION FOR 2025
Tanay, Rizal โ April 8, 2025 โ The University of Rizal System (URS) through its Research, Development, Extension, and Production (RDEP) Division is conducting its First Quarter Accomplishment Reporting and Review of Units/Officesโ Plans and Targets for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 today at the Conference Room, RDEP Training Center, URS Tanay Main Campus.
The activity brought together the heads of units and staff under the RDEP Division, representing the following offices and centers:
โข Research Development
โข Extension Services
โข Production Services
โข Sustainable Agriculture and Natural Resources Institute (SANRI)
โข University Statistics Center (USC)
โข Environmental and Education and Biodiversity Research Center (EEBRC)
โข Intellectual Property, Innovation, Technology Support Hub (IPITSH) and Project 1B
โข Food Analytical Research Services Laboratory (FARSL)
The event will provide a venue for each unit to present their respective first quarter accomplishments, report on ongoing initiatives, and evaluate the alignment of their activities with the strategic goals of URS for FY 2025. It also served as a collaborative planning session to enhance coordination and synergy among RDEP units.
In her welcome remarks, Dr. Marites M. Rio, Vice President for Research Development, Extension and Production expressed appreciation for the unwavering dedication of the staff and unit heads, underscoring the importance of sustained productivity, innovation, and community engagement through research and extension.
The reporting and review session will foster transparency, evidence-based assessment, and forward planningโgeared toward further strengthening URSโs thrust in academic excellence, technological advancement, and societal impact.
As URS continues to expand its reach and relevance, the RDEP Division remains committed to advancing initiatives that contribute meaningfully to national development and local community empowerment.