West Visayas State University (WVSU) convened its vice presidents, college deans, unit heads, student representatives, and invited industry partners for a Stakeholders Orientation on the WVSU Strategic Development Plan (SDP) 2026-2035 on Mar. 10, outlining the University’s long-term direction for strengthening instruction, research, extension, and institutional development.
The 10-year strategic plan, developed over two years through consultations and collaborative planning with key stakeholders, sets the framework that will guide the University’s programs, initiatives, and resource priorities in the coming decade.
The orientation was led by the University Planning and Development Office (UPDO), headed by Director Dr. Reymund Flores, who presented the plan’s strategic framework and key goals.
Central to the plan is WVSU’s vision of becoming “a global research university that shapes generations,” supported by its mission to empower lifelong learners as agents of value while delivering impactful research, responsive extension programs, and compassionate healthcare services.
During the orientation, WVSU also officially launched its new institutional tagline, “Transforming Generations,” which will guide the University’s direction moving forward. The tagline reflects WVSU’s continuing commitment to ensure that its tradition of excellence leads to meaningful impact by shaping individuals, communities, and future generations.
Among the plan’s key directions is strengthening the University’s internationalization efforts by expanding institutional partnerships and enhancing global visibility. The plan also prioritizes improving teaching and learning, advancing knowledge generation through research, strengthening extension and healthcare services, supporting mission-driven institutional operations, diversifying resource generation, and reinforcing quality assurance systems.
UPDO Planning Officer Michael Gervero presented the strategic roadmap and Gantt chart outlining how the University will operationalize the plan from 2026 to 2035, translating strategic goals into concrete initiatives and timelines across campuses, colleges, and administrative units.
Unlike planning cycles aligned with administrative terms, the Strategic Development Plan spans a full decade to ensure continuity in institutional priorities and sustained progress regardless of leadership transitions.
Through the SDP 2026-2035, WVSU seeks to align its policies, programs, and resources toward strengthening its role as a research-driven university while continuing to serve students, communities, and partner institutions.
