18/09/2025
House approves conversion of 8 CTU extension campuses
Eight extension campuses of Cebu Technological University (CTU) have secured approval from the House Committee on Higher and Technical Education for their conversion into regular campuses.
The committee’s endorsement paves the way for the campuses to attain full autonomy, increased funding, and enhanced resources. It is also instrumental in establishing additional academic programs and in providing more opportunities for students to develop skills in their respective disciplines.
The bills now await the Senate’s nod before being transmitted to the Office of the President for signing into law.
Each bill carries a provision for funding to support the campuses’ upgrades and expansion. This milestone for CTU would not have been possible without the active efforts of Cebu’s congressional representatives in lobbying for the passage of these measures.
The extension campuses set for conversion into regular campuses are as follows:
• CTU Naga - House Bill No. 362 (authored by Rep. Rhea Mae A. Gullas)
• CTU San Remigio - House Bill No. 975 (authored by Rep. Sun J. Shimura)
• CTU Tabogon - House Bill No. 976 (authored by Rep. Sun J. Shimura)
• CTU Bantayan - House Bill No. 977 (authored by Rep. Sun J. Shimura)
• CTU Tabuelan - House Bill No. 978 (authored by Rep. Sun J. Shimura)
• CTU Dumanjug - House Bill No. 3167 (authored by Rep. Patricia C. Calderon)
• CTU Malabuyoc - House Bill No. 3168 (authored by Rep. Patricia C. Calderon)
• CTU Ginatilan - House Bill No. 3860 (authored by Rep. Patricia C. Calderon)
For years, CTU’s extension campuses have expanded access to higher education in the province. Their conversion into regular campuses, under the leadership of University President Dr. Joseph C. Pepito, marks a significant step forward with lasting benefits for students, faculty, and local communities.
As CTU expands its academic presence across Cebu, this development not only uplifts local communities but also positions the university to contribute more meaningfully to national development and global educational competitiveness.
LINK: https://www.ctu.edu.ph/2025/09/house-approves-conversion-of-8-ctu-extension-campuses/