URS Statistical Center

Happy Birthday to our Head of Office, Dr. Leni! 🎉🎂

Today, your family from the University Statistical Center celebrates not only your special day but also the wonderful person and leader that you are.

Thank you for your continuous guidance, support, patience, and encouragement to all of us. Your dedication and passion for service inspire us every day, and we are truly grateful to work under your leadership.

May your birthday be filled with happiness, love, good health, and countless blessings. May you continue to inspire more people through your kindness, wisdom, and commitment to excellence.

We wish you a joyful and meaningful birthday! 🎈✨

MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT SIGNING CEREMONY

The University of Rizal System (URS) and the Philippine Statistics Authority - Rizal (PSA Rizal) formally sealed their partnership through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing held on March 16, 2026.

This collaboration marks a significant step in strengthening institutional linkages and advancing capacity-building initiatives, particularly for the 2026 Training on Basic Statistics for Local Government Units (LGUs). The partnership aims to equip LGU personnel with essential knowledge and skills in statistical concepts, data collection, analysis, and interpretation to support evidence-based planning and decision-making in their respective communities.

Through this initiative, URS and PSA Rizal reaffirm their shared commitment to promoting data-driven governance, enhancing statistical literacy, and empowering local government units to effectively utilize data in crafting responsive and sustainable programs.

The University extends its sincere appreciation to the Philippine Statistics Authority - Rizal for this meaningful collaboration, and looks forward to a productive and impactful implementation of the training program.

Together, we move forward in building smarter communities through quality statistics and informed decision-making.

SUCCESSFUL ORIENTATION ACTIVITY!

The University Statistical Center successfully conducted the Excel Data Encoding Orientation for Statistical Analysis on March 7, 11, and 12, 2026, via Zoom and Google Meet.

The three-day activity was participated in by both graduate and undergraduate students from various campuses. The first session (March 7) catered to Graduate School students from Morong, Binangonan, and Pililla Campuses. The second session (March 11) was attended by undergraduate students from Rodriguez, Taytay, Cainta, Cardona, Angono, and Binangonan Campuses, while the third session (March 12) involved students from Morong, Tanay, Antipolo, and Pililla Campuses.

Throughout the sessions, participants were guided on the flow of statistical processes and trained on proper data encoding techniques using Microsoft Excel, helping them develop skills in organizing, formatting, and preparing accurate datasets for statistical analysis.

This initiative aimed to strengthen students’ competencies in research data management, minimize encoding errors, and promote efficiency and reliability in data handling.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our speakers and all participants for their active engagement and contribution to the success of this activity.

Together, we continue to build a community of data-driven and research-ready students!

𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐏 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓
From groundbreaking research to impactful extension initiatives and innovative production efforts, this year’s journey is a testament to excellence, collaboration, and service. The RDEP Division proudly showcases its milestones, achievements, and partnerships that continue to empower communities and advance knowledge.
📘 Dive into the full story of innovation, dedication, and progress where every page reflects our commitment to research and development, extension and production services
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RDEP HIGHLIGHTS 2025 RDEP HIGHLIGHTS as the official journal of RDEP accomplishments that objectively presents distinct reports and documentaries relating to Research and Development, Extension and Production Services.

𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟐 | 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐬

𝐏𝐒𝐀 𝐑𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐥, in collaboration with the 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦, successfully conducted the second day of its intensive three-day training, shifting the focus toward the critical disciplines of Descriptive Statistics and Data Analysis. This day was dedicated to deepening the technical expertise of our local planners, providing them with the analytical tools necessary to summarize complex datasets and identify significant community trends with higher accuracy. By mastering these specialized techniques, participants are better positioned to translate raw figures into the actionable evidence required for the 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲-𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦, ensuring that local governance remains transparent, analytical, and dedicated to the highest standards of public service.

𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐎𝐖 | 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐬

𝐏𝐒𝐀 𝐑𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐥, in collaboration with the 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 (𝐔𝐑𝐒), commenced a three-day training program on Basic Statistics for Local Government Units (LGUs). This initiative is designed to equip LGU personnel involved in planning, data analysis, and statistical functions with essential technical skills.

In compliance with 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝐍𝐨. 𝟏𝟏𝟑𝟏𝟓, also known as the 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 (𝗖𝗕𝗠𝗦) 𝗔𝗰𝘁, the PSA is mandated to enhance the capacity of cities and municipalities in generating, analyzing, and utilizing local-level data to support development planning and policy formulation.
By strengthening these statistical foundations, PSA Rizal aims to foster a culture of evidence-based decision-making across the province. This ensures that local programs and services are precisely targeted to meet the evolving needs of every community, leading to more inclusive and effective governance.

Happy Birthday, Sir Ros!
Wishing you good health, success, and continued growth in both your personal and professional life. May this year bring you more achievements and happiness.

𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 | 𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐏 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬
The year 2025 stands as a testament to the dedication, innovation, and collaborative spirit of the Units and Offices under the University of Rizal System – Research Development, Extension, and Production Division (RDEP).
Through strengthened research initiatives, impactful extension programs, and sustainable production efforts, we transformed ideas into actions and aspirations into measurable outcomes. Each milestone achieved reflects our shared commitment to service, excellence, and meaningful change—within the university and beyond the communities we serve.
As we celebrate these accomplishments, we also carry forward the lessons, passion, and purpose that fueled them. With renewed faith and collective resolve, we step into 2026—ready to create greater impact, reach wider communities, and achieve even more together.
“𝘚𝘶𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘸𝘦 𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘦, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘣𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘶𝘤𝘩
𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘸𝘦 𝘣𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘥 𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳.”
Together, We Shed light, Share a heart, and Nurture the gift of Life. One RDEP Champions!

Happy Birthday, Ma'am Veronica!
Wishing you good health, success, and continued growth in both your personal and professional life. May this year bring you more achievements and happiness.

The University Statistical Center successfully concluded Day 2 of the training “No Assumptions Needed: Unlocking the Power of Non-Parametric Statistics", held on January 7–8, 2026, at the Audio Visual Education Center (AVEC), URS Morong Campus.

Day 2 of the USC Training was marked by another engaging and insightful learning session led by Prof. Clarita N. Inofre. Participants deepened their understanding of non-parametric statistical methods, focusing on the Mann–Whitney U Test and the Kruskal–Wallis Test—essential tools for comparing groups when data do not meet the assumptions of normality.

Through clear explanations and interactive discussions, the session strengthened participants’ skills in selecting and applying the appropriate statistical tests for real-world research and data analysis.

A productive day filled with learning, collaboration, and a shared commitment to advancing statistical competence.

Successful Day 1 of the Statistical Center Training Program!

The Statistical Center successfully concluded Day 1 of the training
“No Assumptions Needed: Unlocking the Power of Non-Parametric Statistics”, held on January 7–8, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Audio Visual Education Center (AVEC), URS Morong Campus.

Day 1 featured in-depth discussions and hands-on learning on key non-parametric topics presented by our resource speaker, Dr. Floricel V. Ulat, including Tests of Normality, the Chi-Square Test, and the Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test. These sessions provided valuable insights into when and how to apply non-parametric methods in data analysis, particularly in research and instructional settings.

The training brought together Mathematics faculty from the different campuses of the University of Rizal System (URS), fostering meaningful academic exchange, collaboration, and shared learning. The participants’ active engagement, thoughtful questions, and openness to discussion significantly contributed to the success of the first day.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Dr. Floricel V. Ulat for her expertise and clear, engaging delivery, as well as to all participants, organizers, and support staff who made this activity possible.