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FORTUNATO AGLIBUT

BATTAD “...a man of achievement, an inspirational and visionary leader.” Former Director General, ICRISAT

FORTUNATO BATTAD: The Portrait of an Icon

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Published by: Central Luzon State University Center for Educational Resources Development and Services (CERDS) Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija, Philippines 3120 Telefax: 044-456-5709 Email: cerds@clsu.edu.ph

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As a Young Boy As an Early Professional As a Sports Lover As a Family Man As an Environment Advocate As an Institution Builder As Leaders' Guru Still Shining at 82

FOREWORD

From a former teacher

Dr. Fortunato A. Battad was my Ph.D. student. He is one student you cannot afford to forget because he is always there to remind you about it. He was not the brightest among the bright but he always managed to do things in a somewhat not the usual way. In 1972 he produced a most interesting Ph.D. thesis which until now I could remember "Factors Associated with the Adoption of Rice Technology in Cotabato" which compared rice farmers from four different ethnic groups: Muslim, Visayan, Tagalog and Ilocano. As far as I know, such a comparison has never been repeated. Trust Tony, he will always perform beyond expectations and always does what he says as his life has shown. Gelia T. Castillo, PhD

National Scientist and Academician National Academy of Science and Technology Professor Emeritus, University of the PhilippinesLos BaĂąos

Regidor G. Gaboy Emil F. Ubaldo Nomer Ivan Jethro A. Gaboy

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FORTUNATO BATTAD: The Portrait of a Legend

Portrait of an Icon AS A YOUNG BOY

ortunato A. Battad was born on June 11, 1933, the eldest son of Victorino Bajit Battad and Ines Borje Battad who lived in Santa, Ilocos Sur. Young Fortunato has learned the necessity of hard work to earn a living. Unlike other boys his age, he would normally engage himself in various trades and services as collecting firewood or busying with harvesters. Parents of young Fortunato had always maintained that their children be given proper education which prompted his schooling in Sacuya Elementary School

where he graduated in 1947 and in Ilocos Sur High School where he finished his secondary education in 1953. His intellectual thirst led him to the University of the Philippines, Los Baños, Laguna. The miles away from his hometown only offered the additional determination to finish his studies, which he did in 1957 when he obtained his bachelor’s degree in Agriculture. This achievement gave further proof to him that with discipline and hard work, he can accomplish anything. Eventually, he finished Agricultural Education master’s and doctorate degrees in 1962 and 1973, respectively, in the same university.

2 FAB (first on left on the top row) on a High School Class of 1953 under Mr. Festejo (second from left on front row)

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HIGH SCHOOL CLASS 1953

Tony’s tale... My entry to the world was prophetic. I came out from my mother’s womb with my head covered with an amion or a bow, a medical term, a relative doctor said. While to old folks, this is a symbol of good luck. My mother who was, in some ways, a vatic, nurtured this belief and kept the amion for as long as I could remember until it paled in significance, a few years before her leaving. For years after my birth, my mother lived up to that stroke of good luck. To complete the divination, I was given a name that spells fortune. With my birth dawned my first taste of my destiny and the “promise waiting the day of fulfillment.” But only because I set my goals and cultivate a healthy appetite for learning and the drive to rise above mediocrity. I learned to possess that tremendous capacity to live up to my faith and act to the best I can. Only then, I am convinced that luck will set in. Here is the rule: If luck does not knock, you have to build a door.

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from FAB Born to Lead, 2005

GRADUATION PHOTO Tony on his graduation at UPLB in May 1957. He finished BS Agricultural Education.

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Tony’s tale... But who really contributed to my inimitability as a person and the man I am to become, was my uncle, Andres P. Aglibut, my mother’s cousin. I was heir to his honesty, drive for hard work and the passion for service and excellence. What amazed me most were his virtues of diligence, industry and attentiveness to punctuality. Going to office at 4 AM was a daily habit; he was meticulous to every detail to achieve perfection and mastery of his craft. “Work. Go the extra mile” he would tell me. He did his work with high resolve, holding his candle high and lighted, all his life. And he was generous too. He attained prestige and worth through his own honest efforts. The man was a character. He was a soul of generosity. He helped send almost all of our relatives to college.

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from FAB Born to Lead, 2005

UNCLE-CONSULTANT Dr. Andres P. Aglibut, a former faculty of the University of the Philippines Los Baños, and uncle of Tony served as the latter’s uncleconsultant in every phase of his life.

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THE CALL OF LEADERSHIP Tony as principal at Mindanao Institute of Technology (now University of Southern Mindanao) 1964-1970 in Kabacan, North Cotobato and as principal of the University Agricultural School at CLSU from June 1, 1974 to May 31, 1975.

Portrait of an Icon AS AN EARLY PROFESSIONAL

ndeed distance is of no regard to Fortunato who rendered the first years of his professional career to serve the academic community at Mindanao Institute of Technology (MIT), now University of Southern Mindanao. A year after finishing his doctorate, he was back in Central Luzon to be the principal of the University Agricultural High School. It can be said that he is destined to lead institutions and be a notorious influencer in bringing about improvement. To Tony those attributes are what he was born to do and he was consistently on the ball and on a roll. Never minding what fate professed, the years after marked the series of his university presidency, which to him is a matter of sheer determination, good will, hard work and sincerity.

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Responsible management and absolute service to his fellowmen is his very character which was put to test when he was appointed as president of Nueva Vizcaya State Institute of Technology in Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya from 1986 to 1992. An institute marked with chaos back then, Fortunato faced the challenges head-on. Even more so, he also served as the Officer-in-Charge of the West Visayas State University concurrently from September 1989 up to the time when a president was appointed. Sure enough his perseverance paid off as he was able to instill harmony and bring revival to the school system of both institutions.

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In 1976, Fortunato became the president of Pampanga Agricultural College in Magalang Pampanga. Not long after, his calling to lead brought

him to Mountain State Agricultural College (MSAC), now Benguet State University. Unfortunate events which resulted in the 1986 EDSA revolution may have shared some disadvantages on the side of Fortunato but politicking and factionalism did not deter him from continuing what he believes he does best which is leadership.

Tonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tale... At the end of May, after the MIT Board of Trustees approved my transfer to CLSU, we left for Cagayan de Oro to board the boat that would take us to Manila. It took us four days to reach Manila harbor. Fate had it that the driver of the vehicle which Dr. Campos sent failed to identify us. We had to hire a bagoon (Ilocano term for cargo truck, looking much like an army vehicle) to take us to CLSU. Mrs. Battad and the small kids rode at the front while the other bigger boys and myself took the back ride, arriving CLSU before the strike of dawn at 2:00. Our first breakfast in CLSU was something to remember. Very Japanese, not because we were taking pleasure in fine dining over Japanese cuisine, but because we were all slump in the floor making do for our table the boxes that contained our belongings. The cottage that we were to stay in was still devoid of furnishings. Thanks to the generosity of Dr. & Mrs. Campos who provided the more basic kitchen amenities. I was fortunate to have been granted a special privilege by Pres. Campos. I was put directly under his office and was provided an honorarium of P740.00 at par with the deans and directors. Three months after, I was promoted to the rank of Asso. Prof. III. That early, I knew in my heart that I was being groomed by Dr. Campos to become president of a state college. It was in his leadership that I practically actualized my dream within a period I did not anticipate, would be sooner than expected.

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from Born to Lead, 2005

It was Dr. Amado C. Campos who brought Tony to CLSU to become the principal of the University Agricultural High School in 1974 . Before his transfer, Tony received several letters from Dr. Campos inviting him to CLSU.

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REALIZING A DREAM

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Portrait of an Icon A SPORTSMAN

ony is a natural athlete. The discipline he puts upon himself is manifested, not only in his academics but also in the sports he plays, particularly tennis. His competence in the courts is a demonstration of his excellent coordination and mental abilities. One can say that tennis has loved him back as it is the sport, which his family shared common interests in, that generated strong familial ties and instilled in their clan the virtues of discipline, strength and sportsmanship.

Tony as a varsity player, seated 5th from left, from 1954-1957 at UPLB.

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THE SPRINTER

EARLY YEARS IN SPORTS Tony together with Dr. Modesto Recel, a co-High School Runner at theNorthern Luzon Athletic Association, 1952-1953 in Bangued, Abra.

Tonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tale... Like father, like son, is a statement which has often been proven in many instances to be true. In our country, Felicisimo Ampon is a very good model for this statement. All his three sons became national tennis players and all three of them were rewarded tennis scholarships in the US. A very unfortunate dilemma is that they never returned to the Philippines to play for their country. All of them became tennis professionals in the United States. On my end, my late Uncle Cornelio Aglibut, brother of my late mother was a National Sprint Champion and varsity sprinter of UPLB between 1937 and 1940. Unfortunately, he died in the Death March during World War II but had only one daughter who has now retired as a professor of Ateneo University. I was sprinter at the Ilocos Sur High School at Vigan City, and became champion of the province in 100-200 meter-dashes as well as 100 x 4 meter relay and long jump. I became a varsity track and field member of the UPLB team between 1953 and 1957. My late wife Mrs. Lina Montemayor played second base of the UP softball varsity team in 1953-1955.

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Conclusively, my three sons and grandchildren most probably have the genes of future champions, as manifested by their performance in regional and international tournaments.

from My Passion for Tennis, 2010

Tony holds his first singles championship trophy (Pendatum) in 1964 (left) and poses with President Clemente of MIT and Father Carreon during the Cotabato City Tennis Singles championship on December 29-31, 1964.

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TENNIS HIGHLIGHTS

Tonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tale... The start of my interest in tennis began during 3rd year in my secondary studies at the Ilocos Sur High School in Vigan. Every time I went to school in the morning, I would stop by and watched members of the Vigan Tennis Club play among themselves. Very often on my way home from school I would watched them again. Time and time I told myself, how I wish I could play tennis then. Until graduation from high school, my interest to play tennis remains unfulfilled because of poverty. There was no way for me to acquire the racquet, balls and needed attire for the game. It was also a fact that during those days, tennis is for the elite families of Vigan City. However, I consoled myself that poverty was balanced by my ambition, speed, quick foot work, and above all the desire and interest for the game. This became my motivation and inspiration to transform adversities to opportunities and create a difference for the game and my family. I told myself that it is not what I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have that matters but what I can do with what I have - the desire to play tennis

from My Passion for Tennis, 2010

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TENNIS FAMILY Tony poses with his sons (L-R) Fort, Zing and Bong as he holds his trophy in MIT, Kabacaa, North Cotabato in 1965. He challenged them to become national tennis champions.

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ANOTHER TENNIS WIN

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Tony receives a Kabacan Fiesta Tennis Pennant Award with Mrs. Battad seated at the background. (1965)

Tony with his tennis colleagues.

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TENNIS FRIENDS AND AWARDS

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A TENNIS PATRON Tony has been an avid supporter of sports promotion. He even initiated the MILO Tennis Tournaments in CLSU.

Tony’s tale... Tennis is important for me for several very significant reasons. Foremost was to keep my family intact thru the game proving time and again the adage that “a family that plays together, stays together”. Tennis became the bond that united the Battad clan. Many would say “if I see the tennis court, I remember the Battad’s”, and few would say otherwise. Tennis as a game has been handed down to my children and grandchildren and hopefully to my great grandchildren. It was also an avenue for me to have moderate and sustained exercise that insures a healthy life and above all prolonged my life. Reaching out to people was also a very important reason for playing tennis. I had the rare privilege of playing with cabinet members, the likes of Prime Minister Virata, Supreme Court justice Narvasa and Secretary of justice Estilito Medoza. I had also the chance to play with the late governors Joson and Santiago of Nueva Ecija and Bulacan, respectively. I was also able to play with the military echelons like General Sarmiento, Odi, Espino, Saavedra and Ribo. Somehow, the opportunity to play with these influential persons helped me much in the governance of the institutions I was privileged to administer especially in the release of funds. I have also my desire to show that academic excellence and sports can be undertaken hand in hand provided that there is discipline and effective utilization of time.

FIRST SERVE Tony as he demonstrates how to serve during the Milo games.

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from My Passion for Tennis, 2010

TENNIS AND TOUR

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Tony always finds time to travel with his wife, Dola.

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Tonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tale... From 1962 to 1969, I became very active member of the MIT Tennis Club not anymore a Class C player but was already considered best bet to play singles in the PHILTA-sponsored annual interclub tennis tournament. To the greatest surprise of our club members and the other members of other tennis clubs of Cotabato, I won the Singles open tennis championship in December 1964 at Cotabato City against Hermes Ortouste of Cotabato City Tennis Club, 6-3, 6-4. In the 1965 Cotabato singles championships held at MIT Kabacan North Cotabato, I won again the singles trophy defeating S. Magbanua 6-4, 7-5. The following year, I won the singles crown again when it was held in General Santos City (3rd consecutive) and the Pendatun Cup for keeps as our club also won the general championship the 3rd consecutive time too. It was very gratifying reward as I made a difference for our club in the annual inter-club tournament. Within the period 1967-1969, Sammy Go and I played in the annual Junior Veteran Doubles Category and won for 3 consecutive years. The more significant accomplishment was winning the Junior Veteran Singles Open for 3 consecutive years too (1967, 68 & 69). From 1958 to 1970, starting from a mere class C player, I made a difference not only for myself but for our club as well. My accomplishments as the premier singles and doubles player of our club became my inspiration and motivation to also make my children the best tennister they can be not only nationally but internationally as well

from My Passion for Tennis, 2010

Sydney tennis with Filipino players Rene Sadio, Ed Sadio, Dom Ponce (Former President of Filipino Sydney Tennis Club), Tony, Boy Diaz, Jojo Bernardo, Valen Bernardo.

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TENNIS IN AUSTRALIA

Tonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tale... It is noteworthy to mention these role models who inspired me to play up to my twilight years. President Dominador Clemente. He was my role model back in University of Southern Mindanao (USM) formerly Mindanao Institute of Technology (MIT). President Clemente played moderate and regular tennis from the age of 65 up until he passed away at the age of 82. I am very certain that this practice largely contributed to his prolonged life. Marcelino de Jesus. Fondly called Tatang Celing of MuĂąoz Science City Tennis Club at Nueva Ecija, Mr. de Jesus get up almost daily at 5:30 in the morning to play up to his amazing age of 93! His regular tennis buddies are George Verde, Mr. Mangsat, and Dr. Josue Irabagon. Sometimes I paired with him opposite the pair of Josue and George. We often got beaten with the age of my partner my valid excuse. No doubt, early morning tennis prolonged his life. Mr. San Diego of Bayombong Tennis Club in Nueva Vizcaya is another nonagenarian tennis player. During my eight years as President of Nueva Vizcaya Institute of Science and Technology (NVSIT) I felt fortunate to have played with him at that age. We even competed during friendly invitational games against other tennis clubs in Regions II and III. His moderate tennis was absolutely responsible to reaching his age of 90 years. Fiscal Basco and Judge Rivera. Another pair of very good role models were the late Fiscal Basco and Judge Rivera of Baguio Tennis Club. I played with the pair of them together with Dr. Alba, Dr. Sucay and Dr. Sicat during summer holidays. I would partner with cabinet members vacationing in the Summer Capital which made the matches a bit more interesting.

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from My Passion for Tennis, 2010

A DAY FOR TONY AND DOLA For Tony, nothing compares to sharing your passion to the love of his life.

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THE TENNIS LEGACY

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The Battad-Alpuerto story rings a bell to the tennis court in the country. In the photo are Jasper, Vida, Victor, Ethyl, and Bernard. Vida was a national junior champion and member of RP Federationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cup in the Asia Pacific. Bernard was a member of RP Junior Tennis Team who represents the Philippines in Malaysia.

Tonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tale... The modest but deep beginning of my journey with tennis was very much like learning the game itself. Learning the groundstroke was not only about mastering the basic shots, but it could also profoundly define the depth of a tennis playerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s weaponry or the extent of his career potential. This was true for legendary baseliners such as Bjorn Borg, Jimmy Connors or Roger Federer. These players invested long grueling hours on drills perfecting the shots until potent enough to produce an explosive game. In my case, I endured a terribly long period of anguish before I could even set foot on the court. Each spoonful of disappointment only fed my burgeoning passion for the game. At the ripe time when I was finally able to proudly hold a racquet and march on the court, all the pent up emotions exploded into an incredible love for the game which had influenced my life in a very profound way to say the very least. Tennis had been woven into the very fabric of my family, career, social and personal life. But only because I set my goals and cultivate a healthy appetite for learning and the drive to rise above mediocrity. I learned to possess that tremendous capacity to live up to my faith and act to the best I can. Only then, I am convinced that luck will set in. Here is the rule: If luck does not knock, you have to build a door.

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from My Passion for Tennis, 2010

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STRONGLY BONDED For Tony a supportive family will always be the best place in his life. (Left photo) Front row: L-R, Mrs. Lina Battad, Tony and Linda. Standing L-R, Zing, Bingbing, Betty, Valen and Bong. (Right photo) Tony and Dola on their wedding day on April 10, 1999.

Portrait of an Icon A FAMILY MAN To anyone who would take a closer look, it becomes obvious that Fortunato is driven by powerful forces, which has its roots from his home. To him it is more meaningful to devote to his family making his home a light not just to the community but to the whole nation as well. Fortunato has seven children with the late Mrs. Lina Montemayor-Battad, his first wife. It is not surprising that his children grew up accomplished and fruitful in their field. Ehtylinda, the eldest, finished Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in CLSU and MS and PhD degrees in UPLB. Fortunato, Jr. finished high school from CLSU and his bachelor’s degree from the Oklahoma City University, USA. Elizabeth finished her bachelor’s and master’s degree in Fisheries in CLSU and her PhD degree at UP Visayas. Zosimo finished BSA, Magna Cum Laude, in PAC and took his MS and PhD at UPLB. Evelyn graduated in CLSU with a bachelor’s degree in Biology (Cum Laude), completed her MS at UP and her PhD in Microbiology at New South Wales, Australia. Andres, a Philippine Tennis Davis Cup Champion, finished BSA in PAC. The youngest, Ester, finished Doctor of Veterinary Science and Medicine at UP Diliman and master’s degree as a Fullbright scholar at Arkansas State University, USA and PhD in Animal Breeding and Genetics.

At present, Michelle is pursuing her PhD in Molecular Biology (Human Health) at John Hopkins University, Maryland, Baltimore, USA.

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With his second wife, Teodora Tamayo Acoba, he has two stepchildren who are just as outstanding. Erwin Rommel finished Bachelor of Science in Information Technology in Saint Louis University, Baguio City; while Michelle Grace finished Summa Cum Laude Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology in UP Diliman.

Tony’s tale... I am a stern disciplinarian. At times when it was necessary, I proved this through a good whipping when my children deserved to have it. One time, I was a bit harsh to my three boys. I made them lay flat on a table and gave them ten lashes each. I was rueful after my committing the act. After a serious talk, a tearful reconciliation took place. Being a disciplinarian also means I accord to them fair and equal treatment. I believe that equity and fair share are valuable motivators toward effective performance even in the confines of the home. I am generous with gifts and money. For every achievement, an even-handed reward; for a penny earned, a double share. Quoting Mary Botham Howitt: “God sent children for another purpose than merely to keep up the race- to enlarge our hearts; and to make us unselfish and full of kindly sympathies and affections; to give our souls higher aims; to call out all our faculties to extended enterprise and exertion; and to sing round our firesides bright faces, happy smiles and loving tender hearts.”

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I take pride in having fathered and bred seven wonderful children- four girls and three boys, who have turned out to be successful achievers. This will remain to be my greatest pride. They are my precious diamonds.

from FAB Born to Lead, 2005

REMEMBERING THE ROOTS A family visit in Tony’s barrio, Santa, Ilocos Sur. L-R, Linda (1st), Bingbing (3rd), Valea (4th), Lina Battad, Tony and Bongbong.

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L-R: Dr. Jocelyn Aveno, Prof. Marietta Mangalindan, Prof. Ma. Corazon Vera Cruz, Dola, Tony, Dr. Romeo Cabanilla, Dr. Rolando Camacho and Dr. Anselmo Roque (April 10, 1999).

Tony and Dola bond at a writeshop in Building-Up Agri-FisherySchool: The TESDA-CLSU Adopt-A-School Project at Quezon National Agricultural School, Pagbilao, Quezon.

A FAMILY ONCE MORE At CLSU, Tony married Dr. Teodora T. Acoba, a widow with children, Michelle Grace, Emily and Erwin Rommel.

Tony’s tale... I found my second family and home in the former Teodora Tamayo, and Erwin and Michelle, her two children, by her first marriage. Dola, as she is fondly called, is presently Professor and Director of Training at CLSU. Courting Dola was not easy. I had to be more persistent, more insistent, more persevering. I sent her dozens of roses everyday. I chose the color red, the color of the falcon. I am more like the falcon, and Dola is my rose. On the other hand, the color red is a mark of passion and ardent affection. Rose, as ever is a flower of love. I surmise that as a man grows older, he becomes more emotional and a bit more demonstrative with his manifestation of love and affection. I think, it’s human nature. And that makes love even sweeter, and lovelier, the second time around. I became prayerful. I even visited the Church of our Lady of Manaoag to seek divine help. I gave Dola for a gift the image of the Virgin thinking that our Lady’s constant presence would remind her of my devotion. For months, I persevered, and in so many little ways, I tried to win my heart’s desire. I was a go-ahead when I was courting my second wife. I used her friends and all possible means just so to get to the

first base. I had my cheerers too, but she also had her allies among her friends who were antagonistic of her second look at love and family life. I knew they were just supportive and concerned for her welfare and her children, as well. But I was determined, to an extent pushy. I employed the traditional approach at courtship, not that of chopping firewood but rather, going to their backyard during those hours, sometimes on afternoons when she would still be at her office ministering to her duties and functions. My love for trees is ever my collaborator. I pruned and grafted fruit trees and watered their plants with care and with my expertise in orchard management. I did these for several afternoons. I guess, it proved to be a very effective strategy. From the beginning, we were always clashing because of my unsolicited ways where management of her office was concerned. After all, I was still her President officially, hence I was ever the spontaneous and the outspoken person, notwithstanding whether I became overbearing in the process. But while she finds my spirit of enthusiasm commendable and powerful at times, she resented it. She expressed her resentment by tendering a letter of resignation. I detested it and vehemently articulated my refusal and did not afford her the chance to refute my decision. Eventually, in one of those social gatherings, usually held for the purpose of bringing closer the academic community and my executives, I took her

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from FAB Born to Lead, 2005

to the dance floor. That was the start of the inevitable. Fate lent its hand. As the jealous Trojans said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;the gods protect the strong. â&#x20AC;&#x153; Or was it a divine gift bestowed to me? We vowed to live together from that happy day, on April 10, 1999, and forward. Having to win Dola was like history repeating itself at my side. To her end, I knew it was a perturbing decision as much as it was, at my end too. She, on her part, had to tussle with emotional turmoil. Her son, Erwin begrudged her second marriage. I bore the pain too, perhaps, much more. I had to battle once again with non-acceptance. Compared to Erwin, Michelle was less of a problem, relative to the marriage, probably because, she is more of a soft nature, and more importantly, being younger. It was in this instance when the magic of my win-win approach cast its spell. Consistently, I played at the strategy. Exactly nine months that we were married, Erwin came to me, took and kissed my hand as a sign of respect, that Christmas eve. From there, we shared the traditional Noche Buena with Zing and his family at their cottage at PCC.

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That moment brought the world under my

from FAB Born to Lead, 2005

For Tony there will always be time to share with his grandchildren.

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TONYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LEGACY CONTINUES

Portrait of an Icon ENVIRONMENT ADVOCATE

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he desire to offer significant contributions to society can be noted in one of Fortunato’s interests documented in his book “My Passion for Trees”. In all campuses where he served, he made it a point to transform the surroundings to a cleaner and greener environment, much to the health benefit of the residents. A self-confessed tree-lover, Fortunato is known for his words, “Even if I die tomorrow, I will plant a tree today.” During his term, CLSU was transformed into cleaner and greener campus which made it a model for other SUCs.

WITH THE HARVESTS Tony as a fruitful man, literally and figuratively.

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Tony’s tale... In all the years of my administration, one persuasive means of exhibiting my philosophy of “Work, work and work harder” is through tree planting. Aside from showing other people that it is necessary to do something in order to achieve something, tree planting also imparts to other people the passion and appreciation for God’s wonderful gifts - the trees. Paradigm shift regarding trees is not easy to effect. I can, however, say that what I want to be realized was demonstrated and I did the role modeling. Recalling my efforts at regenerating in the constituents of educational institutions the passion, reawakening in them the enthusiasm, and breeding in them the realization that trees are nature’s bounties to humanity, and more so to the human spirit, it makes me glad that I was able to motivate others. I ensure that they learn not only the skill in growing trees but more importantly, the way to show love to these creatures. As I see it, it is not the thing you do that is most significant, but the way on how you did that thing. The good part in being an administrator and a mentor is the chance I get to encounter minds and to influence the way these people see things. Albeit some moments of disappointments, I had many unforgettable moments to savor success.

from My Passion for Trees, 2005

PLANTING TREES

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For Tony, there will always be time to plant trees. He makes it sure that planting trees would become a tradition during his birthday.

Tony’s tale... At my age of 75 years old, I have mellowed. I’ve become more patient in pulling and pushing people in matters that concern the planting, growing, and nurturing of trees. I have been saying time and again that if you love trees you can also love your fellowmen. Like men, trees yearn for something; trees breathe; trees groan, trees sing. Observe the trees, listen to them, feel them and you will be delighted of their marvelous contributions on earth, Isn’t it that trees are wonderful creation? If you have not planted a single tree, it is not yet too late, do it now! Start discovering the meaning of human life! Plant trees in order to make mother earth a better place for us to live in and for future generations.

Prof. Reyes and Tony pose with the rambutan trees they planted at the Nueva Vizcaya Institute of Technology.

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from My Passion of Trees, 2005

TONY AND THE FRUIT OF HARDSHIPS Zing, Tony and Dominador Ignacio, vice president of MMSU in his farm in Batac, Ilocos Norte. Ignacio was Tony’s former classmate.

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Tony as genuine advocate of environment.

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Tony has always been delighted of the bountiful fruits of his green thumb.

Tony with CLSU President, Dr. Ruben C. Sevilleja. (right)

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THE FRUITS OF TONYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LABOR

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Tony’s tale... My passion for trees became a very eminent component of my leadership for the growth and development of the college. However, my work started to change from receiving orders from my former superiors to giving instruction for people to love and care for trees. My slogan: “Even if I die tomorrow, I will still plant trees today” was instrumental in motivating students and specially my coworkers to participate in the college greening program. I created a committee to determine the areas where to plant specific fruit and forest tree seedlings considering the terrain, soil condition and the availability of water. Approximately 2,000 cleft, grafted carabao mangoes and a few Pico and Indian mango varieties were planted. Sweet tamarind were also grown in the campus. Rambutan, chicos, lanzones, atemoya and giant duhat and even durian were also planted strategically within the premises of the different buildings of the college. Our biggest project of greening the PAC reservation was the planting of thousand of giant ipil-ipil from our own nursery. The biggest in Region 3, this nursery got the attention of local, regional and national leaders including President and Mrs. Ferdinand Marcos. Military trucks hauled the thousands of seedlings used for the greening of the Metropolitan Manila.

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Tony has always been a leader to his consituents in greening the environment.

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A HANDS-ON LEADER

Tonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tale... The biggest, the hardest and the most challenging in my passion for trees was when Mr. Dominador Clemente became the president of MIT on February 7, 1958. I was made to handle the citrus nursery and orchard project by the institution. One morning he called all the graduates of agriculture of UPLB to a meeting to determine who among us was interested to handle an agricultural project. I was not prepared as a young teacher to immediately identify my project but instead decided to consult my father in-law. He suggested that I propose Citrus Nursery and Orchard Project. Professor Raymundo Tawatao, the pomologist of CMU toured me to the nursery and orchard and also gave me a two-day orientation on the management of orchard, especially citrus. With the suggestion of my father in-law and the willingness of Prof. Tawatao to help me, I develop the confidence to propose citrus nursery and orchard management as my project to President Clemente. He readily approved my proposal with an immediate instruction to look for an area within the campus where the different varieties of citrus will be planted. With the help of Professor Asuncion, our farm manager, we were able to locate a three-hectare area at Barrio 75, which is 5 kilometers away from the main campus. A week after, I went to his office and informed him that I already identified a 3-hectare site. President Clemente gave a statement â&#x20AC;&#x153;Battad, do not plant 3 hectares. Plant 30 hectares. Do not go small. Go big. It will not get my attention and your attention either.

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To me that was one of the first ever challenge received from a former boss. Indeed, we implemented the project, and planted approximately 3,500 citrus varieties which really occupied almost 30 hectares of the site selected. These are Valencia oranges, Washington navel oranges, ladu variety, Ungkum variety, Batangas Mandarin, King Mandarin, Pongkan, Kishuri, and pomelos.

from My Passion for Trees, 2005

Tony with Dr. Pablito Pamplona, Professor, University of Southern Mindanao, Kabacan, North Cotabato.

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MORE FRUITS OF LABOR

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till the testing of his character did not stop there. In 1992 he was appointed president of the Central Luzon State University, which had an apparent streak of dissension among the professional community. Perhaps his prior undertakings produced in him utter sincerity which emanated among his constituents that his bold and intelligent reformations were acknowledged and embraced. Soon the turbulence was replaced with order as one after the other, the university was recognized through its various achievements in the areas of research and development. During his term, there were breakthroughs in the super male tilapia production and first test tube carabaos; enhancements of the vegetable and seedlings productions, agribusiness programs, and human resources; and linkages and public relations for projects, scholarships and trainings. It is no wonder that Fortunato is the recipient of the Pantas Award bestowed on him by the Philippine Council for Agriculture, Forestry and Natural Resources Research and Development (PCARRD) in 1995, which recognized his innovativeness and development-orientedness in the CLSU R&D programs; the most significant of which were the water resources management center, small ruminant center, carabao upgrading and freshwater aquaculture research.

THE PAC PRESIDENCY Oath taking as President of PAC with Minister Juan L. Manuel, Ministry of Education, Culture and Sports (MECS), April, 1976, MECS, Manila. Zing, Bongbong, Betty, Mrs. Lina Battad, Bingbing, Tony, Boyet, Minister Manuel, Asst. Sec. Suarez, Mr. Teofilo Montemayor and Mr. Ladislao Avila.

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The University of the Philippines Alumni Association also recognized the commitment and lifetime service in agricultural education and the significant contributions he made as president of the five institutions of higher learning. That is why in 1998, Fortunato was awarded the Professional Award by the Board of Directors of the UP Alumni Association. This award was substantiated by the Distinguish Service Award given by CLSU on the same year which recognized his great contribution to the remarkable rise of the university as a premier state institution. Indeed there was revival and sustenance of peace, unity and stability in the university. The same distinction was given by the Philippine Association of Professional Regulatory Board Member, Inc. (PAPRB) in 2008.

THE BSU PRESIDENCY FABâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oath taking as first President of Benguet State University with His Excellency Ferdinand E. Marcos, President of the Republic of the Philippines, 1986, La Trinidad, Benguet. Former President Ferdinand Marcos, Tony and Undersecretary Herminigildo Dumlao at Benguet State University, La Trinidad, Benguet.

With Former President Ferdinand Marcos, Secretary Conrado Estrella of Agrarian Reform, Tony, Secretary of Tourism, Jose Aspiras and Mrs. Lina Battad.

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THE NVSU PRESIDENCY FAB’s oath taking as President of Nueva Vizcaya State Instute of Technology (NVSIT), Bayombong Nueva Vizcaya with DECS Secretary Dr. Lourdes Quisumbing, , Asst. Secretary Vedasto Suarez and Undersecretary Minda Sutaria in 1987.

Tony’s tale... Experience would tell us that peace is something we cannot impose; it must come as a consensus. More than the peace and order problem was the presence of squatters in the PAC reservations, who not only have invaded the privacy and safety of the constituents, but have also been instrumental in making the environs dirty. More than the persuasion, there is the other side of leadership- humility. More than any other time, I had to exercise humility and add to it - a sprinkle of patience. Very much like St. Augustine who said: “Do you wish to rise? Begin by descending. You plan a tower that will pierce the clouds? Lay first the foundation of humility.” Ka Luis Taruc was my target at persuasion. I went to meet him personally and told him of my desire to serve and help not only the academic community but the people of Pampanga, as well. I appealed to him. I requested for his trusted lieutenants to help me resolve the peace and order problem and more importantly, to secure the reservations from the squatters. In the course of the negotiation, I was touched by the man’s benevolence. He not only appointed his trusted lieutenants, but he became a constant visitor at PAC, and at one time, brought with him the Mexican labor leader

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CLSU’s 78 At CLSU, Tony championed the regularization of 78 casual employees all at one time. These employees whose names appeared in the five-page document (left) stayed for years in the university without being given the chance to get a plantilla item.

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Tony leads the simultaneous oath of office of the newly appointed 69 employees of the West Visayas State University (WVSU). When he came as WVSU’s officer-in-charge in 1989, the 69 positions were unfilled causing campus unrest.

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Tony’s tale... I discovered in these people a rather distinctive, but amusing, and a bit quaint practice. Perchance, it may be regarded a custom or a tradition of the place. In the early morning at the start of work, some laborers smelled of liquor. I was of course not used to this. However, this is also one test of an efficient leader. Not a second should be wasted at getting a feel at familiarizing himself of its environs, its people, particularly. Sooner than expected, I learned that alcohol, more than keeping them awake was that which kept them alive and animated throughout the day, providing them the energy to work better. It was their effective stimulant, more like an enlivening cup of coffee in the early morning. Plausibly, this practice may have been induced by the cold climate, caused by the cool relaxing breeze emanating from the bounding mountain ranges.

THE CLSU PRESIDENCY

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FAB’s oath taking as President of Central Luzon State University with Secretary Isidro Carino and Mrs. Lina Battad in Manila DECS Office, 1992.

FAB’s oath taking as President of Central Luzon State University beyond 65 years of age with CHED Commissioner Dr. Angel Alcala, CHED, Manila

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Tony’s tale... As much as I value life, I value people. Valuing means having to encourage potential leaders to first become great persons. What difference in matters of leadership does it make, if a person is great? Does he make him a better leader? In essence, yes. History has proven that there were many leaders who were good and even effective. However, what is needed in this age and time is greatness viewed from varied perspectives so that we may be able to discern what is more fundamental, than that of mere success. This will translate into making our part of the earth a better place in which to live and work, and our participation, more worthwhile. As gleaned from Shakespeare’s As You Like It: “All the world’s a stage, And all the men and women merely players. They have their exits and their entrances, And one man in his time plays many parts, His acts being seven ages.” And whatever we do in those exits and entrances would depend on what role we choose to play and more importantly, how we play it.

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I for one, chose to play the many parts.

from FAB Born to Lead, 2005

TONY WITH PRES. RAMOS Showcasing what CLSU has to offer to the country has always been a usual acitiity of Tony. With Congressman Diaz and Pres. Fidel V. Ramos as Guest of Honor and Speaker. Pres. Ramos had been granted with Honoris Causa during the Commencement Exercises. He donated the CLSU Gymnaorium and Grandstand.

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Tony’s tale... I have never for once doubted the potentials and leadership capabilities of these people. It is this leadership by trust that was my guiding light in pushing them to the highest post in the academic institutions where they became Presidents. Without guilt, I take pride in my accomplishments; without envy, I rejoice at their accomplishments. In all modesty, my careful planning, right timing, proper connection and above all, my credibility as a person and as a mentor were my convincing gears in these attempts, to which I have succeeded, amidst prevalent odds, and, at even the most unlikely circumstances. My style at getting what I want is best emphasized by Donald Trump: “My style at deal making is quite simple and straightforward. I just keep pushing and pushing and pushing to get what I am after.”

TONY WITH PRES. ESTRADA Tony as a leader, always makes it sure that CLSU would always be part of the national landscape.

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Tony’s tale... Tony with Director Andales of BPHRE and Secretary Sebastian of the Department of Agriculture.

As an administrator, I could not have been more fulfilled, if in their own time in power, they have preserved their significance, their worth, wellbeing and dignity as much as I hoped they would; and moreover, to have left traces of greatness in the lives of those they have touched. That to me, would have been a most heartwarming and enriching reward. Because I believe in Oprah Winfrey when she said:

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Speaker Jose de Venecia, Former Mayor Efren Alvarez and Undersecretary Clemente putting the marker of the Farmers’ Training Center at CLSU

“If you seek what is honorable, what is good, what is the truth of your life, all the other things you cannot imagine come as a matter of course.” I came across a book that says that although a winner can freely enjoy himself, he can also postpone enjoyment. He can discipline himself in the present to enhance his enjoyment in the future. He is not afraid to go after what he wants, but does so in appropriate ways.

from FAB Born to Lead, 2005 Tony with Budget Secretary Enriquez in his office in Manila

Tony with Sen. Edgardo Angara during his visit in CLSU during the inauguration of the Living Fish Museum which he provided funding assistance.

Speaker Jose de Venecia discussing the funding assistance for the CLSU Continuing Education Center and Open University.

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Tony receives Pantas Award from Director General William D. Dar of PCARRD as Best Research Administrator, 1995.

TONY WITH OTHER LEADERS

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Tony recognizes that collaboration with great minds will always bring an institution into greater heights.

L-R: Dr. Ricamonte, Tony and Secretary Roberto Sebastian during his visit at CLSU.

Tony with Sen. Raul Rocco as guest speaker in a special convocation at CLSU, 1996.

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Tony discussing with a fishery scientist on consortium agreement with CLSU at Auburn University, USA.

His stint as CLSU President left an imprint of proactive engagement and responsive leadership.

Tony with DA Secretary Dr. Salvador Escudero as guest speaker during a CLSU Commencement Exercises and Executive Vice-President Dr. Pedro Abella (extreme right).

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TONY AS CLSU PRESIDENT

Dr. Ricardo Gloria, DECS secretary, as speaker during the special convocation in 1995.

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Portrait of an Icon LEADER’S GURU Truly it can be said that Fortunato has succeeded tremendously in his leadership. As a good tree that bears good fruits, his influence to various individuals bore meritable leaders, setting him apart as a “guru” or “dean of leaders”. His mentorship extended to leaders as Dr. William Dar, Dr. Ricardo Gloria, Dr. Marcelo Roguel, Dr. Gutierrez Mangansakan and many others. He sees the potential in people that during his presidency in CLSU, priority was given to human resources development and numerous personnel had finished graduate studies. More than that, a contribution which resonated throughout the nation was the one he created in CLSU. Believing that agriculture and agricultural education could definitely empower mankind, he created a successful agri-business project which the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) collaborated with. This gave birth to the Adopt-a-School project where selected vocational, agricultural and fishery schools were given technical assistance by CLSU with funding support from TESDA.

Former President Fidel V. Ramos’ latest visit to CLSU, 2014

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THUMBS UP!

Tonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tale... Recalling, people would have thought that I was too harsh, to an extent, unsympathetic to Zosimo. People who have been witnesses to my kind of authority, could have probably hated and despised me for doing so. Many would have seen that while the other boys were taking pleasure in playing tennis, he was either their pulot boy or shepherding the cattle to some nearby grazing land. I was told, he would even be found sleeping, perhaps due to tiredness and fatigue, under a tree by the pasture area. Still recalling, Zosimo, when he was a young boy, was obedient, obliging, and at best, diligent and conscientious. In truth, he has always been the most loved by my mother and my sisters. I am happy that he has nurtured these qualities and have helped him to become the man he is now. At my end, I may have been misunderstood and misconstrued by some, but one thing I am sure about, is that I love my son so dearly and I am exceedingly proud and pleased of what he has become. I could only wish that he understood and realized I meant well and if ever I may have hurt him, I never meant it to be that hurting.

The more important thing now, is that I know in my heart that my treatment was not the way people would regard it to bea ruthless treatment. I wanted to think that I have always been impartial where my children are concerned, and if ever there was anyone of them who has been the object of my strict and demanding stance, it was only because I wanted him to develop the fortitude and determination to struggle against all probable odds; much more, eventually to reap and continuously to build on the enormity of true, honest to goodness, genuine leadership. I wanted to think I was unbeaten, especially, where Zosimo is concerned. Succeeding events would prove that among my children, while they all have reached their peaks in their professional careers, it is Zosimo who has shown manifestations and the makings of a great leader, characteristics and qualities that only a magnanimous leader could offer. Of date, he is even greater and doing more splendidly than his father.

I could never have been more blest.

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from FAB Born to Lead, 2005

ZOSIMOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S OATH TAKING Zosimo takes his oath as president of the Pampanga Agricultural College in Magalang, Pampanga

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Tonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tale... During my incumbency at Benguet State University, Dr. William D. Dar reaped the Young Scientists of the Philippines award and the acclaimed Ten Outstanding Young Men (TOYM) award for agricultural research. William is a priceless gem. The man has the spirit, the will to win, and the will to excel. The discovery was like getting into a tunnel and eventually finding the light at the end of that tunnel. He became my strongest endorsee for the TOYM award. His outstanding performance took him to various positions in the national scene, to name: Director General of PCARRD; first Director of BAR; Undersecretary and Acting Secretary of the Department of Agriculture; and presently Director General of ICRISAT based in India. In the face of national and international adversity, he is committed, dedicated, concerned and does best what he can do best to make his world of work a better place. One distinguished writer said that in this world, it is not the man with the credentials that matter, but the one with the concern. It is by divine grace that William has both the credentials and the concern which make him all the more a man of great worth.

from FAB Born to Lead, 2005

PLAQUE FROM ICRISAT Tony was invited by Dr. William Dar as a Special Guest on his Retirement Program in ICRISAT, India.

TONY AT ICRISAT

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Tony and Mrs. Teodora T. Battad while in ICRISAT during the retirement of its Director, Dr. William Dar.

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or someone as active in service as Tony, it would never occur to him to retire, and sure enough, even at 82 years of age he is very much active and involved as chairman of the Board of Agriculture of the Professional Regulatory Commission.

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Tonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tale... It is my fervent desire that I could continue to be instrumental in enforcing excellence and professionalism among our agriculture graduates and in the same manner be an example to those others who will come after me, when I shall have relinguished my term as Chairman of the Board of Examiners in Agriculture. In all modesty, what I could only boast of while I am still in this post is that I will continue to elevate the agriculture profession into a stature that can truly provide our country and people the global competitiveness in terms of economy and to uplift professional dignity and veracity in them. This to me, is agriculture with a heart.

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A PASSION TO SERVE There is no stopping for Tony to continue his passion to serve the people and the country.

L-R: Hon. Abilay, APO President Claudio, Hon. Chairman Tony, Hon. Catan and Hon. Ela

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TONY and the Other BOOKS Several books have been written by and about Tony. He was also included as one of the CLSU Heroes of the Century. From left: Mr. Nonilo Delfin, Dr. Rodolfo Undan, Mrs. Bernardina Undan, Dr. Teodora T. Battad, Tony, Dr. Aurora Paderes, Dr. Jocelyn Aveno, Prof. Ma. Corazon Vera Cruz and Prof. Marietta Mangalindan.

REFERENCES

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FAB Born to Lead by Fortunato A. Battad with Victoria S. Lamucho and Teodora T. Battad, Central Luzon State University (CLSU), Science City of Munoz, Nueva Ecija, 2005 My Passion for Tennis, Fortunato A. Battad, Training Office, Central Luzon State University, Science City of Munoz, Nueva Ecija, 2010 Pathways to Institution Building, Fortunato A. Battad, Training Office, Central Luzon State University, Science City of Munoz, Nueva Ecija, 2010 My Passion for Trees by Fortunato A. Battad and Todora T. Battad. Central Luzon State University, Science City of Munoz, Nueva Ecija, 2010

The Publication Team

REGIDOR G. GABOY

Dean, CLSU College of Education and former Director, CLSU-RET Training Office

Director, CLSU Center for Educational Resources Development and Services (CERDS) and Faculty, CLSU College of Education

Adviser, The Researcher* and Faculty, CLSU Science High School

MARIA HIYASMIN RUBY B. MALICDEM

MICHAEL C. DELOS SANTOS

JAYPEE S. DE GUZMAN

MA. FRANCEScA CORREEN A. FRIAS

NOMER IVAN JETHRO A. GABOY

Faculty and Guidance Counselor, CLSU College of Education

Faculty and SBO Adviser, CLSU University Science High School

Secretary, CLSU Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Faculty, CLSU College of Education

Faculty and Secretary, CLSU College of Education

Former Editor-in-Chief, The Researcher*, CLSUUSHS and now a BSBA Marketing student

*The Official Student Publication of CLSU Science High School

EMIL F. UBALDO

MARY JANICE B. CARR

JOEL M. TORRES

Technical Staff, CLSU Center for Educational Resources Development and Services (CERDS)

Officer in-Charge, CLSU Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program and Faculty, CLSU College of Education

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Teodora T. Battad

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