New Year, New Targets: DOrSU Charts 2026 Direction Around GROWTH 2029 Framework
Davao Oriental State University (DOrSU) ushered in 2026 with its first flag-raising ceremony and Monday Convocation on January 5, drawing employees together for the University’s opening assembly of the year.
University President Dr. Roy G. Ponce led the gathering and used the occasion to reiterate the University’s G.R.O.W.T.H. 2029 Framework, described as DOrSU’s direction-setting agenda in thriving towards regenerative futures.
In his message, Dr. Ponce broke down the framework’s six pillars and the actions expected across various units of the University:
- Global Recognition calls for positioning DOrSU internationally as a “Regenerative Futures University,” including stronger global linkages and visibility.
- Research Excellence emphasizes research that responds to community and sector needs, supported by capacity-building and systems that move studies toward adoption, innovation, and wider impact.
- Optimized Accreditation focuses on strengthening quality assurance and improving program and institutional compliance and performance.
- World-Class Digital Transformation covers ICT strengthening, improved digital services, and expansion of the University’s virtual learning environment and information systems.
- Thriving Curriculum pushes for curriculum development anchored on regenerative futures niches, improved delivery modes such as micro-credentials and Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program (ETEEAP), and stronger employability outcomes.
- Holistic Development underscores support for student and personnel welfare, professional growth, and a campus culture grounded in service, wellbeing, and care for nature and community.
Dr. Ponce also directed every division to submit its GROWTH plan for the year, saying these will be consolidated into a digital dashboard to streamline monitoring and keep commitments and accomplishments visible across the University.
Other officials likewise addressed the workforce during the convocation. Vice Presidents Dr. Roy M. Padilla, President Emeritus Dr. Edito B. Sumile, Dr. Lea A. Jimenez, and Dr. Lilibeth S. Galvez conveyed New Year greetings and messages of encouragement to employees as the University begins the year.
Dr. Ponce closed with a message of faith and optimism for the year ahead: “God is good, and we hope that His goodness and mercy will be with us for 2026.”
