On March 27, 2025, a delegation from Caraga State University (CSU)-Cabadbaran Campus visited West Visayas State University (WVSU) to explore and gain insights into WVSU’s best practices, innovative strategies, and the processes in place to foster international exchanges and collaborations.
The team, led by Dr. Jona J. Biongcog, Division Chief for Academic Affairs, included key personnel from Caraga State University’s various divisions: Dr. Ritchfildjay L. Mariscal, Division Chief for Admin and Finance; Prof. Maria Annie B. Mortola, Division Chief for Student Affairs and Auxiliary Services; Prof. Ronald A. Monzon, Division Chief for Executive Operations; Dr. Glenn Arthur A. Garcia, Director of the Office of Internationalization and Global Engagements; Prof. Maria Jovita C. Serrano, Head of the Office of Internationalization and Global Engagements; Mr. Carl Vencent M. Niñofranco, CBA IGE Coordinator; Ms. Renissa S. Cosicol, CITTE OIGE Coordinator; and Ms. Hazel P. Tamalla, CTHM IGE Coordinator.
The visitors had the opportunity to meet with Dr. Peter Ernie D. Paris, Vice President for Administration and Finance; Dr. Greta Gabinete, Vice President for Research, Innovation, and Extension; Dr. Ma. Pilar S. Malata, Dean, Office of Student Affairs (OSA); Dr. Raymund Moreno, Dean of College of Business and Management (CBM); Dr. Regin Cabacas, faculty of the College of Information and Communications Technology (CICT); and Prof. Edel Carmela Subong-Csoka, Director of the International and Local Linkages Office (ILLO).
Discussions centered on improving the internationalization efforts of both institutions, with a focus on fostering new partnerships in key areas such as education, business management, ICT, and research.
Both universities are committed to advancing their internationalization strategies, with the goal of enhancing academic opportunities and strengthening ties between institutions.
By Gladwyn B. Gustilo/ILLO
