Advancement Office - ADZU

16/02/2026

A Jesuit-run university is redefining its outreach efforts by installing solar lighting in an off-grid Indigenous community on Simariki Island in Zamboanga City.

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09/02/2026

College Parents’ Council donates PhP200,000 in Support of Gate 6 Waiting Shed Renovation

On February 6, 2026, the College Parents' Council donated P200,000 for the renovations to be made at the Gate 6 Salvador Campus - in collaboration with the University’s efforts to enhance comfort, welfare, and safety of the students.

Following the LGU mandated transfer from Gate 2 to Gate 6, the Gate 6 waiting shed became the main drop-off and pick-up location. The donation will help pay for the much-needed renovation of the shed. The goal of the renovation project is to make Gate 6 a more secure and student-focused waiting area.

In order to give college and senior high school students a safe and comfortable environment while they wait for their parents or guardians, expected improvements include proper seating, better lighting, weather protection, and necessary safety features.

To strengthen this cooperative effort, the Senior High School Parent-Teacher Association is anticipated to contribute to the project in addition to the College Parent Council.

The SHS PTA has also stated that it is willing to collaborate closely with the College Parents' Council in order to see the project through to completion.

Venue of the turnover was held at the Vice President on Higher Education Office with the presence of Fr. Rene C. Tacastacas, SJ. (Vice President for Higher Education), Ms. Jenny Reyes (Director, Scholars and Admissions College), Mr. Ralph Chua (Director, Advancement Office), and Mr. Jay Bautista (Vice President of College Parents’ Council).

30/01/2026

Reliving History, Creating Your Legacy - Tarroza Family gifts Php500k to the Lantaka Restoration Project

On January 28, 2026, the Lantaka Restoration Project reached an important milestone with the generous support of the Tarroza Family. Represented by Mr. Roel Tarroza, the family formally turned over a ₱500,000 donation to help advance the ongoing development of the Lantaka Campus.

A Room for Remembrance

The donation will fund the renovation of a dedicated heritage room—an intentional space designed to honor and preserve Zamboangeño family history. More than a simple renovation, the project seeks to create a thoughtfully curated area where stories, memories, and local heritage can be remembered and shared for generations to come.

Present during the signing of MOA were: Mr. Ralph Chua(Director, Advancement), Ms. Silvie Agravante(BOT Member), Fr. Ernald Andal, SJ(University President), and Mr. Roel Tarroza(Benefactor)

27/01/2026

National Book Store Donates 4,400+ Children's Books to AdZU

23/01/2026

Anonymous Donor gifts P50,000 for AdZU Scholarships | January 22, 2026

University President, Fr Ernald Andal SJ, was visited by a benefactor on January 22, Thursday, with the intention of supporting our scholarships fund.

The donor chose to remain anonymous. They mentioned that it was their way of giving back to the University that taught them values and molded them into becoming better persons for others and the community.

They donated an amount of P50,000.00 that will be granted to a graduating scholar who is struggling to finish the final semester of their stay due to financial challenges.

Muchisimas Gracias, Donante Anonimo!

In photo: Fr Ernald Andal SJ (University President) and Mr Shing Balatbat (Director for Alumni and Career Excellence Office)

21/01/2026

13/01/2026

ADZU SHS Parent-Teacher Association Pledges Support for Improving Gate 6 Waiting Shed

January 13, 2026 — The Ateneo de Zamboanga University Senior High School Parent-Teacher Association (ADZU SHS PTA), led by President Raymund J. Siasico and other PTA officers, met with ADZU President Fr. Ernald Andal, SJ, to discuss initiatives aimed at enhancing student life beyond classroom hours.

The meeting focused on proposed improvements to the waiting shed located at Gate 6, a space commonly used by students as they wait for their parents or guardians after school. The PTA emphasized the importance of making the area more comfortable, safe, and student-friendly, recognizing that students’ well-being extends even beyond formal class time.

This initiative reflects the PTA’s continued commitment to shared responsibility in caring for students, highlighting a collaborative effort between parents and the school administration to ensure a supportive and nurturing environment before and after classes. Through this partnership, the ADZU SHS PTA reaffirms its dedication to promoting student welfare and holistic formation within the school community.

Also present in the meeting were Mr Rommel Idris - PPO Director, Mr Ralph Jorline Chua - Director for Advancement, Ms Silvie Agravante - Board of Trustees Member, and Ms Danica Bongat for SHS as Home and School Coordinator

22/12/2025

16/12/2025

GENEROSITY IN ACTION | Pioneer Nursing Batch gifts Solar Lamps to AdZU’s community outreach initiative, Project SUGA.

The Nursing Class of 1980, the pioneer graduates of the University’s Nursing program, gifted four (4) solar lamps to AdZU’s LoveDrive community outreach initiative, Project SUGA.

Project SUGA aims to improve lighting conditions in Simariki Island, one of AdZU’s adopted communities. Residents have long faced safety challenges due to the absence of adequate lighting. The project seeks to install thirty-six (36) solar lamps across the community to help address this concern, with twelve (12) already installed this december.

Mr. Kevin Jimera, project coordinator, emphasized the importance and impact of these solar lamps and presented the implementation strategy for the project. AdZU President Fr. Ernald Andal, SJ, expressed the University’s deep appreciation for the Class of 1980’s generosity and their support for this meaningful initiative.

Batch President Ms. Pinky Saavedra and Vice President Ms. Cory Navarro shared their joy in contributing to a project that will directly benefit and uplift the Simariki community.

15/12/2025

MISSION IN MOTION | Strengthening Grade School Scholarships Through MOA with Fr. Juan R. Sanz SJ Youth Formation Inc.

AdZU marked a meaningful milestone in advancing educational access at the Grade School level with the formal recognition of the Fr. Juan R. Sanz SJ Youth Formation Inc. following the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on December 05, 2025.

The MOA was signed at the President’s Conference Room between the Fr. Juan R. Sanz SJ Youth Formation Inc. and Fr. Ernald M. Andal, SJ, signifying the University’s acknowledgment of the organization’s mission to support Grade School education through scholarship assistance.

During the same occasion, Grade School Principal Ms. Elena Segurigan, together with Fr. Ernald, presented a Certificate of Appreciation to the Fr. Juan R. Sanz SJ Youth Formation Inc. in recognition of its commitment to supporting Grade School scholars. The certificate was received by the organization’s President, Mr. Jonathan Regino.

Even prior to its formal recognition, the members of the corporation had already supported three (3) Grade School graduates in their individual capacities, with three (3) scholars currently continuing their studies. This highlights the tangible impact of alumni-led service to the Atenean community.

Through this partnership, the newly incorporated organization is now formally recognized as an official partner in continuing and expanding AdZU’s Grade School scholarship programs.

All members of the Fr. Juan R. Sanz SJ Youth Formation Inc. are alumni of Ateneo de Zamboanga University, united by a shared desire to give back and ensure that quality Jesuit education remains accessible to young learners, regardless of financial circumstances.

The MOA underscores AdZU’s continued commitment to building partnerships that strengthen educational opportunities and nurture future generations grounded in faith, excellence, and service.

10/12/2025