Dr. Allen A. Espinosa, Professor of Science Education at the Philippine Normal University (PNU) and Director of the Graduate Research, Creative Endeavors, and Examination Management Office (GRaCEMO), served as an invited speaker at the International Conference on Advances in Chemistry and Chemistry Education (ICoACCE) 2026 held on June 13, 2026 at Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia in continue reading : PNU-GRaCEMO’s Dr. Espinosa delivers invited lecture at International Chemistry Education Conference in Indonesia
BOR endorses proposal to elevate PNU as National University for Teacher Education; bills filed in House and Senate
For years, discussions on Philippine education reform have focused on curriculum, learning materials, assessment results, and school resources. Less frequently discussed is the institution responsible for preparing the teachers who stand at the center of the education system. A proposal now gaining support in the Senate and the House of Representatives seeks to address this continue reading : BOR endorses proposal to elevate PNU as National University for Teacher Education; bills filed in House and Senate
PNU receives fifth straight unmodified opinion on financial statements from COA
The Philippine Normal University (PNU), the National Center for Teacher Education, has once again been recognized for its efficient and transparent financial management. The Commission on Audit (COA) granted the institution its fifth consecutive unmodified opinion on its financial statements. This recognition was formalized in the Consolidated Annual Audit Report for the PNU System for continue reading : PNU receives fifth straight unmodified opinion on financial statements from COA
PNU strengthens regional academic collaboration and advocacy; Officials attend separate gatherings in Brunei and Thailand
As part of the Philippine Normal University’s (PNU) commitment to amplify academic collaboration and promote its advocacies, university officials embarked on international trips to two neighboring ASEAN countries. PNU President Dr. Bert J. Tuga reinforced the university’s commitment to international collaboration and educational innovation during the International Symposium on Educational Development held in Brunei from continue reading : PNU strengthens regional academic collaboration and advocacy; Officials attend separate gatherings in Brunei and Thailand
ASEAN English leaders visit PNU for benchmarking
Thirty-four ASEAN participants of the English Leadership Forum sponsored by the Regional English Language Office (RELO), U.S. Embassy, Manila, and the American English Alumni Association of the Philippines (AEAAP) Inc. visited PNU on June 4, 2026, for benchmarking on English Medium Instruction, curriculum internationalization, and the PQF-AQRF referencing and quality assurance. Leading the visit was continue reading : ASEAN English leaders visit PNU for benchmarking
PNU Manila and Campuses secure designation as Centers of Excellence from Teacher Education Council
Three campuses of the Philippine Normal University have been designated as Teacher Education Centers of Excellence by the Teacher Education Council, a selection process that culminated with an announcement made on June 3, 2026, during the First Council Meeting for 2026. PNU Manila, PNU Mindanao, and PNU North Luzon join ten other Teacher Education Institutions continue reading : PNU Manila and Campuses secure designation as Centers of Excellence from Teacher Education Council
PNU, TEC train TEI academic leaders in partnership with Germany’s DAAD DIES
The Leadership Excellence and Development for Teacher Education Institutions (LEAD-TEI) 2026 officially commenced at the Philippine Normal University on June 1, 2026. The executive program brings together future deans, academic leaders, and representatives from teacher education institutions across the country. The program will run in three phases: the initial phase held at PNU, the second continue reading : PNU, TEC train TEI academic leaders in partnership with Germany’s DAAD DIES
PNU launches Professorial Chair on Teaching Innovation, honors alumna Alicia Cayetano-Arce Ignacio
On May 26, 2026, the Philippine Normal University (PNU) launched a trailblazing professorial chair—the first of its kind focused on teaching innovation. Aside from being a pioneering initiative, the professorial chair is aptly named in honor of PNU alumna Alicia Cayetano-Arce Ignacio from the Class of 1917. The Alicia Cayetano-Arce Ignacio Professorial Chair on Teaching continue reading : PNU launches Professorial Chair on Teaching Innovation, honors alumna Alicia Cayetano-Arce Ignacio
PNU kicks off Project MINT to empower NCR Teachers in essential reading skills
The Philippine Normal University (PNU), the National Center for Teacher Education, has officially commenced a 10-day professional development and mentoring program dubbed “MINT through READERS”. The project, which stands for “Mentoring, Inspiring, and Nurturing Teachers through Responsive Education for Advancing Development in Essential Reading Skills,” kicked off on May 25, 2026, at the Manila Science continue reading : PNU kicks off Project MINT to empower NCR Teachers in essential reading skills
PNU attends CAPEU Board Meeting in Thailand, advances regional academic partnerships
Dr. Leah Amor S. Cortez, Vice President for Student Success and Stakeholder Success, and Prof. Bryan C. Dayuta, Director of the Linkages and International Office, represented Philippine Normal University (PNU) at the Consortium of Asia-Pacific Education Universities (CAPEU) Board of Directors Meeting No. 1/2026 and 8th Annual General Meeting (AGM). The events were held on continue reading : PNU attends CAPEU Board Meeting in Thailand, advances regional academic partnerships
