WVSU
Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts; Tempe, Arizona, USA, June 14-24, 2024 – Dr. Joselito F. Villaruz of West Visayas State University has successfully completed the UPSKILL-CHED U.S. Benchmarking Mission, focusing on design innovations within higher education institutions. This significant educational initiative was held in the leading academic hubs of Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts, and Tempe, Arizona.
During this mission, Dr. Villaruz, together with CHED Officials and selected HEI Presidents, had the opportunity to engage with top-tier institutions, including Harvard University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and Arizona State University (ASU). The program aimed to explore and integrate cutting-edge educational practices and design innovations into Philippine higher education.
Dr. Villaruz’s participation underscores West Visayas State University’s commitment to advancing educational standards and fostering international collaboration. By visiting and learning from these globally renowned universities, Dr. Villaruz gained invaluable insights into innovative educational methodologies and practices.
As Dr. Villaruz returns to the Philippines, he is poised to implement these learnings, furthering West Visayas State University’s mission to provide quality education and produce globally competitive graduates. His participation in the UPSKILL-CHED U.S. Benchmarking Mission represents a significant step towards elevating the standards of higher education in the Philippines.
This benchmarking mission was made possible through the collaborative efforts of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S.-Philippines Partnership for Skills, Innovation, and Lifelong Learning (UPSKILL), RTI International, and the Commission on Higher Education (CHED).