The Capiz State University – Intellectual Property Management Office (CAPSU-IPMO) has officially received its recognition as Regional Qualifier under the Gawad PAGASA category of the 2026 Gawad Lingkod Bayani.

University President Dr. Efren L. Linan alongside CAPSU-IPMO team, accepted the distinction during the Pasidungog kag Pasalamat 2026 ceremony held at the Courtyard by Marriot Iloilo on September 30, 2026.

Organized by the Civil Service Commission Regional Office 6, the Gawad Lingkod Bayani honors public servants who embody “Puso, Dangal, at Galing para sa Bayan”—recognizing individuals and groups whose dedication, integrity, and excellence bring meaningful impact to public service and the communities they serve.

The CAPSU-IPMO Team is composed of Dr. Leo Andrew B. Biclar, Vice President for Research, Development and Extension; Prof. French A. Dampog, Director of IPMO; Dr. Rosine O. Labado, IPMO Knowledge and Technology Transfer Division (KTTD) Chief; and Prof. Princess Lydia S. Fuentes, IPMO Innovation and Technology Support Division (ITSD) Chief.

This recognition highlights CAPSU-IPMO’s sustained commitment to intellectual property development, technology transfer, and innovation-driven public service. This milestone reflects the University’s broader mission to advance transformative research that contributes to regional and national development.

Additionally, CAPSU Pontevedra campus was recognized as a valued partner institution and human resource practitioner by CSC Regional Office 6. The citation was accepted Dr. Linan together with Dr. Honey Lee E. Casa, Campus Administrator, and Dr. Pet Roana B. Batacandolo, HRMP Designate.  

The entire CAPSU community extends its warmest congratulations to the IPMO team for this well-deserved recognition.

| Text by Frederick D. Almeida, CAPSU Public Information Office. Information and photos provided by Dr. Leo Andrew B. Biclar