The Central Bicol State University of Agriculture (CBSUA) joined the grand kick-off of the Bicol Regional State Colleges and Universities Athletic Association (SCUAA) 2026, alongside delegates from eight (8) other State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) across the Bicol Region.
CBSUAβs participation in the grand parade marked its support for the regional sporting event, which brings together student-athletes from participating institutions to celebrate sportsmanship, camaraderie, and athletic excellence. The gathering also highlights the shared commitment of Bicolβs SUCs to promoting student development through sports and healthy competition.
A significant highlight of the opening ceremony was the formal turnover of the presidency of the Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges (PASUC) Region V. Dr. Alberto N. Naperi of CBSUA, the outgoing PASUC V President, formally turned over the leadership to Dr. Geraldine F. De Jesus, President of Sorsogon State University (SorSU).
The leadership transition marked an important moment for the regional association, with CBSUA recognizing the continuing collaboration among higher education institutions in advancing their shared goals and initiatives.
Also present during the opening ceremony were Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Commissioner Dr. Desiderio R. Apag III and CHED Regional Office V Director Dr. Demetrio P. Anduyan Jr., together with other representatives from CHED.
As the regional competition unfolds, CBSUA joins the participating institutions in celebrating the talents, dedication, and competitive spirit of Bicolano student-athletes.