Ateneo de Naga University (ADNU) has been re-elected to the Board of the Association of Schools of Public Administration in the Philippines, Inc. (ASPAP) for its sixth consecutive term, reaffirming the University’s ongoing contribution to strengthening public administration education and academic collaboration across the country.

The election took place during the 2025 International Conference and General Assembly held on November 25–28, 2025, at the Mindanao State University–Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU–IIT), Iligan City.  The representatives from member institutions nationwide participated in the election of the ASPAP’s new Board, guiding the organization’s programs, development initiatives, and partnerships.       

The conference, themed “BALIK-TAN-AW: Public Administration Education and Practice in the Philippines — Bridging Peace, Development, and People,” gathered public administration educators and professionals from across the country. The event provided a platform for sharing research, examining emerging governance challenges, and fostering institutional partnerships.

The ADNU’s continued presence on the ASPAP Board underscores the University’s commitment to academic excellence, responsive governance, education, and community-centered leadership formation. Through its active involvement in ASPAP, the University remains dedicated to shaping future public service professionals equipped to contribute to national development and good governance.

Prepared by:

Ariel Malate
Technical Staff, AdNU-Center for Local Governance