As Central Mindanao Colleges continues to
open doors to the world for its students, it once again affirmed its commitment
to global excellence and transformative education through the successful
send-off of its international academic delegation.
February
9, 2026-Through the Center for International Affairs and Linkages (CIAL), CMC
formally sent off its College of Teacher Education (CTE) delegation to Macau,
Hong Kong, and Shenzhen, People’s Republic of China, from February 12 to 16,
2026, under the International Academic and Cultural Exchange (I-ACE) LIYAG
Program. The ceremony was headed by Dr. Mark Gennesis Dela Cerna, Director of
the Institute for External and Alumni Affairs, and was endorsed by the
Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Regional Office XII, ensuring compliance
with national standards on international engagement.
The
delegation, composed of 39 students, is led by CTE Dean Dr. Beatriz Gosadan as
Faculty in Charge, with Mr. Ranel C. Mamon serving as faculty representative.
Also present during the send-off were Director for Institute for Support
Services Erolle Linus T. Miranda and Ms. Trisha Karl Rellon, Center for Student
Success Officer, who expressed their support for the delegates’ international
academic journey.
The
program aims to strengthen global learning, intercultural competence, and
international collaboration through meaningful academic and cultural exposure.
During the ceremony, Dr. Dela Cerna emphasized the importance of character and
responsibility, stating, “You carry not only your academic aspirations but the
values, integrity, and identity of CMC. Let this experience shape you into
globally competent and ethically grounded educators.”
Aligned
with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 4
(Quality Education), SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), and SDG
17 (Partnerships for the Goals), the initiative reflects CMC’s sustained
commitment to internationalization, quality assurance, and transformative
education.
Delegates
were reminded of their role as academic and cultural ambassadors expected to
uphold excellence, discipline, and professionalism.
CHOOSE
CMC, where global exposure, quality education, and values-driven leadership
prepare students to thrive on the world stage.
By ELTM, ICMC
Publishers: CMC Cial Activities,CTE Exponent