The UPVI proudly congratulates three Vanguard educators for their recent professional milestones in the University of the Philippines System and beyond.

Vgd. Gregorio Y. Ardales Jr. ‘85 was promoted from Associate Professor to Full Professor at the UP Rural High School.

Vgd. Asa Jose U. Sajise ‘90 advanced to Professor 9 (Within Rank) at the Department of Economics, UP Los Baños.

Vgd. Casper B. Agaton ‘03, of the College of Human Ecology, UP Los Baños, was recognized by Stanford University as part of the 2025 World’s Top 2% Scientists.

The UPVI extends its warmest congratulations to these distinguished members for their dedication to education, research, and public service — exemplifying the Vanguard’s enduring shibboleths of Duty, Honor, and Country.