September 4, 2026
A harvest of hope: from a farmer’s son to future agriculturist
A farmer’s son from Magalang, Pampanga, Ron Sirac Velasquez has always been driven by purpose. As a Tzu Chi scholar since 2022, Velasquez recently achieved a major milestone by earning his Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, major in Crop Science, from Pampanga State Agricultural University. His path wasn't without hurdles—despite being diagnosed with pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB), he persevered through his education to build a brighter future for his family and his hometown's farmers.
Today, Velasquez is taking on even greater milestones as he prepares for the Agriculturist Licensure Examination while aiming for a position as a university research assistant in his alma mater. Looking ahead, he aims to become a university professor, dedicated to creating life-changing opportunities for the very farming communities that shaped who he is today.
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Today, Velasquez is taking on even greater milestones as he prepares for the Agriculturist Licensure Examination while aiming for a position as a university research assistant in his alma mater. Looking ahead, he aims to become a university professor, dedicated to creating life-changing opportunities for the very farming communities that shaped who he is today.