The University of San Agustin (USA) has been named a 2025 Best Job Placement Office (JPO) of the Year nominee by the Public Employment Service Office (PESO) of Iloilo City, recognizing the University’s continued commitment to student employability, career readiness, and effective school-to-work transitions. The recognition was received by Ms. Princess Rutch R. Horlador, Placement and Institutional OJT Associate, on behalf of the University of San Agustin.
This nomination places the USA among Iloilo City’s institutions that actively support young Ilonggos in preparing for life after graduation – well beyond the confines of the classroom.
Through its Job Placement Office, the University of San Agustin provides students with access to career guidance, employment opportunities, and strong industry linkages. Career orientations, employer partnerships, and job referrals help ensure that graduates are not only academically competent but also prepared to meet the demands of the professional world.
Commenting on the recognition, Mr. Sunny Lasala, Head of the University Admissions, Scholarships, and Placement Office, said that the nomination reflects the University’s sustained efforts to equip students with both academic preparation and career-ready skills. He added that the USA remains committed to strengthening industry partnerships and support mechanisms that support students’ transition from university life to meaningful employment.
More than an award nomination, this recognition reflects the University’s broader mission of forming graduates who are competent, values-driven, and socially responsible. It affirms that choosing the University of San Agustin means entering an academic community that supports students from learning to livelihood.
As the University continues to strengthen its student support services, this nomination serves as a meaningful reminder to prospective students and parents that education at USA is future-oriented, grounded in formation, strengthened by opportunity, and guided by purpose.
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