Far Eastern University (FEU) once again proved that integrity and accountability are as vital as academic excellence, earning a Two Golden Arrow Award from the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) during the 2025 Golden Arrow Recognition Night held on October 23 at Okada Manila. The honor places FEU as the highest-ranked educational institution in this year’s governance assessment.
The Golden Arrow recognition underscores FEU’s steadfast commitment to transparency, ethical leadership, and responsible management—principles that guide not just its boardroom decisions but its entire academic community.
“At FEU, good governance is not merely a compliance exercise; it is central to how we serve our stakeholders and community,” said FEU Chair Aurelio Montinola III, who accepted the award on behalf of the University. “We view responsible management and academic excellence as deeply connected. This recognition from ICD reinforces our belief that an institution’s strength comes from the trust it earns.”
FEU’s recognition aligns with its long-standing mission to deliver quality education built on integrity and accountability, demonstrating how strong governance can strengthen institutional credibility and societal impact.
The Two Golden Arrows symbolize FEU’s progress in advancing corporate governance standards within the education sector—setting a benchmark for transparency and leadership in academia.
With this distinction, FEU continues to embody the spirit of responsible stewardship, proving that good governance and great education go hand in hand.
