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CMC Formalizes International Partnership with Poltava State Agrarian University, Ukraine

Central Mindanao Colleges (CMC) continues to expand its global footprint after formalizing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Poltava State Agrarian University (PSAU) of Ukraine, marking another significant milestone in the institution’s internationalization efforts and commitment to global academic collaboration.

The partnership was established to promote international friendship, academic cooperation, and collaborative engagement in the fields of education, research, innovation, and intercultural exchange. Through this agreement, both institutions reaffirm their commitment to creating meaningful opportunities that will benefit students, faculty members, researchers, and academic administrators.

The Memorandum of Understanding provides a framework for cooperation in several strategic areas, including student mobility and study abroad opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students, faculty and staff exchanges, academic visits, collaborative research initiatives, conferences, academic programs, and the exchange of information and educational resources. The agreement also opens opportunities for intercultural activities and future discussions on joint, double, and multiple degree programs.

Representing Central Mindanao Colleges in the signing of the agreement was Dr. Mark Gennesis B. Dela Cerna, who signed the Memorandum on behalf of the institution. Representing Poltava State Agrarian University was Prof. Oleksandr Halych, Rector of PSAU. The agreement symbolizes the shared vision of both institutions to strengthen international academic cooperation and foster global learning opportunities.

This partnership is expected to provide CMC students and faculty with increased access to international experiences, collaborative research projects, academic exchanges, and professional development opportunities. It also reinforces the College’s commitment to preparing globally competent graduates equipped with the knowledge, skills, and perspectives necessary to thrive in an interconnected world.

Aligned with the institution’s internationalization agenda, the partnership supports the advancement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 4: Quality Education by promoting access to international learning opportunities, SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals through strategic global collaboration, and SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth by enhancing educational pathways that contribute to workforce development and innovation.

The Memorandum shall remain in effect for five years and may be automatically extended upon mutual agreement, ensuring sustained collaboration and continued opportunities for both institutions to engage in meaningful academic and cultural exchanges.

As Central Mindanao Colleges continues to strengthen its network of international partners, this collaboration with Poltava State Agrarian University reflects the institution’s dedication to fostering excellence without borders and creating transformative educational opportunities for the CMC community.

Through strategic international partnerships, CMC remains steadfast in its mission of nurturing a culture of excellence while expanding opportunities that connect local learners to the global academic community.

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