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86 MAEd Students Join GSE Educational Trip 2026 in Olongapo City

Eighty-six (86) Master of Arts in Education (MAEd) students from the Central Mindanao Colleges (CMC) Graduate School of Education (GSE) participated in a four-day Educational Trip held in Olongapo City from May 11 to 14, 2026, gaining meaningful learning experiences through academic benchmarking, environmental awareness, and cultural immersion.

The GSE Educational Trip 2026 served as an off-campus co-curricular activity designed to enrich classroom learning through real-world exposure. Led by Dr. Gemma N. Kintanar, Dean of the Graduate School of Education, the trip provided graduate students with opportunities to explore educational best practices, strengthen professional collaboration, and gain broader perspectives through visits to key institutions and heritage sites.

A major highlight of the trip was the benchmarking activity at Columban College, Barretto Campus, where participants observed the institution’s academic environment, facilities, and community engagement initiatives. The visit offered practical insights into institutional systems, innovative teaching approaches, and academic practices that may be adapted in the students’ respective schools and professional settings.

The participants also visited Ocean Adventure, where they engaged in interactive marine life presentations and environmental awar  eness activities. The experience encouraged appreciation of marine biodiversity and promoted greater awareness of conservation and sustainability.

Another meaningful part of the educational trip was the heritage tour in Manila featuring visits to Intramuros and Rizal Park. The tour deepened the students’ understanding of Philippine history and strengthened cultural appreciation through exposure to significant national landmarks.

Throughout the four-day activity, the MAEd students developed independence, responsibility, teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills as they participated in academic and cultural activities. The trip also became an avenue to build stronger professional relationships and create memorable learning experiences beyond the classroom.

Dr. Kintanar shared that the trip aimed to enhance MAEd students’ professional growth by exposing them to best practices they can apply in their schools and communities.

“This educational trip is not only about travel. It is about learning through experience. Our MAEd students gain insights they can apply in their classrooms, in leadership roles, and in improving educational practices in their respective institutions,” Dr. Kintanar said.

Further, the Educational Trip reflected Central Mindanao Colleges’ continuing commitment to producing globally competent and socially responsible educators. Anchored on the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly **SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals),** the activity strengthened CMC’s mission of promoting transformative learning through academic exposure, cultural appreciation, and meaningful educational engagement.

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