As Dr. Ma. Eugenia M. Yangco closes a chapter in RTU’s history and ends her term as Rizal Technological University’s President, Pandayang Rizalia enters a momentous transition on who will lead the Rizaliano community for the next four years.
The Search Committee for the Next RTU President, led by former Agriculture Secretary William D. Dar, has found four candidates who are eligible and qualified to succeed Dr. Yangco.
Now, the question remains: who among Dr. Jeremias F. Buraga, Dr. Alexander G. Cortez, Dr. Rodolfo L. Ducut, and Dr. Julius L. Meneses will emerge as the next University President?
THE CANDIDATES FOR THE NEXT RTU PRESIDENT
The Vision, Mission, Philosophy, and Development Goals of Dr. Jeremias F. Buraga for Pandayang Rizalia
VISION
A transformative technological university creating lasting public value through innovation and excellence.
MISSION
To cultivate future-ready professionals and transform communities through rigorous academic programs, responsible technologies, responsive research, meaningful partnerships, and dedicated public service.
PHILOSOPHY
RTU believes that education is a transformative lifelong journey that nurtures intellectual excellence, ethical character, creativity, innovation, and compassionate leadership, enabling every Rizaliano to become a responsible professional, engaged citizen, and catalyst for sustainable local, national, and global development.
DEVELOPMENT GOALS
- Develop future-ready professionals through transformative and lifelong learning;
- Advance research, innovation, and public value;
- Foster whole-person student success and lifelong engagement;
- Develop high-performing people and organizations;
- Accelerate intelligent digital transformation;
- Expand global engagement and internationalization;
- Build sustainable, inclusive, and resilient multi-campus communities;
- Strengthen ethical governance, institutional trust, and public value.
The Vision, Mission, Philosophy, and Development Goals of Dr. Alexander G. Cortez for Pandayang Rizalia
VISION
Rizal Technological University envisions itself as a people-centered, inclusive, innovative, and globally competitive technological university that empowers its people, transforms communities, and advances sustainable national development through excellence in instruction, research, extension, and production.
MISSION
Rizal Technological University commits to delivering accessible, quality-assured, and future-ready education; advancing research, innovation, extension, and responsible production; empowering employees; supporting student success; and transforming knowledge into inclusive opportunities and sustainable development.
PHILOSOPHY
People first. Students at the center. Communities as partners.
DEVELOPMENT GOALS
- People First: Employee Welfare, Dignity, and Development
- Students at the Center: Access, Empowerment, Success, and Well-Being
- Instruction: Future-Ready, Quality-Assured, and Transformative Education
- Research: Knowledge, Innovation, and Solutions
- Extension: Knowledge in the Service of People and Communities
- Governance: Fair, Participatory, Transparent, and Accountable Leadership
- Connected RTU: Integrated, Efficient, and Human-Centered University Systems
- Safe, Green, Solar-Ready, Productive, and Future-Ready Campuses
- Responsible Production, Strategic Partnerships, Resource Generation, and Institutional Sustainability
- One RTU: A Culture of Care, Quality, Excellence, and Shared Purpose Development Goals
The Vision, Mission, Philosophy, and Development Goals of Dr. Rodolfo L. Ducut for Pandayang Rizalia
VISION
By 2034, Rizal Technological University shall emerge as the National Technology-Driven University-a globally recognized center of excellence that develops intelligent talents through transformative education, cutting-edge innovation, impactful research, and meaningful engagement for nation building and global progress.
MISSION
Rizal Technological University empowers intelligent talents through transformative, technology-driven education, impactful research, innovation, and meaningful partnerships to create globally competitive leaders and transformative solutions for society.
PHILOSOPHY
Rizal Technological University believes that technology- driven education is the catalyst for transforming human potential into intelligent talent. Through excellence in technology, research, innovation, ethical leadership, and lifelong learning, the University nurtures individuals who create transformative solutions, inspire positive change, and advance sustainable development for the nation and the world.
DEVELOPMENT GOALS
- Excellence in Transformative Education
- Leadership and Lifelong Learning
- Enterprise, Employability, and Entrepreneurship
- Value-Driven Research and Innovation
- Al and Digital Transformation
- Transparency and Transformative Governance
- Engagement for Global Impact and Sustainable Communities
The Vision, Mission, and Development Goals of Dr. Julius L. Meneses for Pandayang Rizalia
VISION
A dynamic and innovative leading technological institution of data-driven knowledge, moving toward a smart university.
MISSION
To provide globally competitive, morally upright, socially responsible, and future-ready professionals, nurtured through diverse perspectives and approaches, and equipped for local and global transformations.
DEVELOPMENT GOALS
- Provide transformational, accessible education and a dynamic campus experience driven by systems thinking, ethical technological integration, and international industry standards.
- Increase national productivity by fostering incremental and radical innovations that give continuous delivery of useful research outcomes, technology transfer for utilization and commercialization, and the conduct of extension programs for sustainable community development.
- Foster a culture of excellence, inclusivity, accessibility, and lifelong learning.
- Adhere to Global Academic Standards and High-Quality Assurance and Mechanisms for programs and processes.
- Practice Good Governance, Transformational, and Responsible Leadership.
- Establish sustainable infrastructure, facilities, and resource generation initiatives.
- Aggressive Recruitment, Promotion, and Provision for Equal Opportunities for employees’ professional growth.
- Forge strategic, productive, and collaborative partnerships and linkages toward internationalization
- Cultivate continuing professional development for graduates.
- Sustain active stakeholder involvement and meaningful engagements.