By Asst. Prof. Dee Balestramon Lucena
Members of the ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡CARES Alumni Association Inc., through the Batang 90s group, lead a Free Anti-Rabies Vaccination Drive on the ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ campus as part of the CARES 75th Anniversary celebration, promoting responsible pet ownership and community welfare.
In a meaningful expression of community service and alumni engagement, the ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ College of Agriculture, Resources, and Environmental Sciences Alumni Association Inc. (̽»¨¾«Ñ¡CARES AAI), through its Batang 90s group, successfully conducted a Free Anti-Rabies Vaccination Drive for household pets this morning, June 24, 2026, on the ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ campus.
The activity is part of the ongoing celebrations for the CARES 75th Anniversary. Organized in partnership with the Office of the City Veterinarian of Iloilo City, the drive resulted in the successful vaccination of 21 dogs and 9 cats, benefiting pet owners from the university community and surrounding areas. The activity also featured a short educational session on responsible pet ownership, reflecting the alumni association’s commitment not only to animal welfare but to broader public health awareness.
The ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡CARES AAI continues to demonstrate the values of service and excellence that define the ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡-CARES tradition, proving that the spirit of agriculture, resources, and environmental stewardship lives on beyond the classroom.
Congratulations to the Batang 90s and to all partners who made this initiative possible. Here’s to 75 years of CARES and to many more decades of meaningful impact!