A distinguished computer engineering educator, researcher, and academic leader with over three decades of service, Dr. Venal—an ASEAN Engineer and Professional Computer Engineer—is recognized for her outstanding contributions to engineering education, quality assurance, and policy development. Her leadership has led to multiple national and international accreditation, ABET, PACUCOA Level IV, PTC accreditations, and CHED Center of Excellence recognition.

This prestigious reappointment reflects her expertise, integrity, and continued commitment to shaping globally competitive computer engineering education in the Philippines.