MSU-IIT Spearheads Global Advancement with Groundbreaking SIP Workshop in Bukidnon

The Office of the Vice-Chancellor for International Affairs (OVCIA), Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU-IIT) in collaboration with the Office of International Relations, Central Mindanao University (CMU), orchestrated a two-day Workshop with the primary objective of formulating a Strategic Internationalization Plan (SIP) for CMU. The workshop, held at the University Center for Gender and Development Hall (UC-GAD), CMU, Maramag, Bukidnon, on March 7-8, 2024, received a gracious welcome from CMU's Vice-President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Jose A. Valmorida, and the President, Dr. Rolito G. Eballe. 

This strategic initiative was prompted by the Commission on Higher Education's directive for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) to develop a comprehensive SIP. MSU-IIT, acknowledged by CHED as a delivering HEI, assumed a leadership role in capacitating HEIs in Mindanao, underscoring its dedication to internationalization and academic excellence.

The workshop featured distinguished resource speakers, Dr. Joey Genevieve T. Martinez (Vice Chancellor for International Affairs) and Dr. Mark Anthony J. Torres (Dean, School of Interdisciplinary Studies), supported by Mr. James M. Laranjo as facilitator. Their active involvement aimed to ensure the effective formulation of CMU's SIP. The event witnessed the enthusiastic participation of CMU's Vice Presidents, College Deans, Directors, International Relations College Coordinators (IRCC), Faculty, and Staff.

The newly crafted SIP, developed through this collaborative effort, is poised for approval by the Board of Regents, following recommendations from the ADCO and the Council of Deans. It will then be submitted to the Commission on Higher Education (CHED).

This endeavor marks a noteworthy stride towards enhancing internationalization strategies with a global perspective in the academic landscape of Mindanao and aligning seamlessly to MSU-IIT's dedication in influencing the future.