It is with immense pride that I congratulate the Nine Gawad Parangal sa mga Natatanging Mag-aaral 2026 awardees—our finest student leaders and achievers who have exemplified what it truly means to be a Pangasinan State University student.
Every year, Gawad Parangal reminds us that excellence is not measured solely by academic achievement. It is reflected in character, leadership, community service, perseverance, and the courage to create meaningful change.
This year’s honorees have demonstrated these qualities with distinction, becoming worthy ambassadors of their respective campuses and of our University.
Allow me to proudly recognize our Gawad Parangal sa mga Natatanging Mag-aaral 2026 awardees:
Rank 1 – Jolan D. Castillo
PINAKANATATANGING MAG-AARAL
Lingayen Campus
Recipient of the inaugural Dr. Dexter R. Buted Excellence Award
Rank 2 – Melchor P. Damasco Jr.
Alaminos City Campus
Rank 3 – Gil Vincent S. Frias
Bayambang Campus
Rank 4 – Daniel A. Sindayen
Asingan Campus
Rank 5 – Shyra L. Quinacman
Infanta Campus
Rank 6 – Christian B. Galera
Urdaneta City Campus
Rank 7 – Angel May C. Burmal
Binmaley Campus
Rank 8 – Lhee Anne May A. De Leon
San Carlos City Campus
Rank 9 – Melody W. Callorina
Sta. Maria Campus
To our Top 1 awardee, Jolan D. Castillo of Lingayen Campus, I extend my warmest congratulations for earning not only the distinction of being this year’s Pinakanatatanging Mag-aaral, but also for becoming the first-ever recipient of the Dr. Dexter R. Buted Excellence Award. This historic recognition honors a legacy of visionary leadership and academic excellence, and I am confident that you will carry this distinction with humility and purpose.
To all our awardees, your achievements are not yours alone. They are shared victories with your families, mentors, classmates, campus communities, and every individual who believed in your potential. More importantly, they represent the values that define Pangasinan State University—integrity, innovation, resilience, and transformative leadership.
As your University President, I am inspired by each of you. You remind me why we continue to invest in quality education, student development, and opportunities that empower every PSU student to excel beyond the classroom. You are living proof that when passion meets purpose, extraordinary things happen.
May this recognition not mark the culmination of your journey but the beginning of even greater achievements. Continue to dream boldly, lead with compassion, and serve with excellence. The world needs leaders who are not only intelligent but also principled, courageous, and committed to making a difference.
Congratulations once again to our Nine Gawad Parangal sa mga Natatanging Mag-aaral 2026 awardees.
Mabuhay kayong lahat, at padayon sa paglikha ng mas makabuluhang kinabukasan para sa ating bayan!
