Strengthening its cooperation with international institutions, BiPSU entered into a formal partnership agreement with a Spanish-based organization, Fundación Hakuna, on August 6 at the Office of the University President.

Composed of professionals from various fields, Fundación Hakuna is an organization from Spain dedicated to transmitting universal values through music, education, and social action, and promoting volunteering and social participation among young people to help those most in need.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was officially signed by BiPSU President Dr. Victor C. Cañezo Jr. and representatives from Fundación Hakuna, Elena Madonado Perez-Hidalgo and Gabriel Diosdado Ramos. The signing was witnessed by Dr. Maribel Zipagan, Dean of the School of Teacher Education, Dr. Mafel Piol, Dean of the School of Management and Entrepreneurship, Atty. Dick Guiller Delfin, Director of the Internationalization Affairs Office, Mr. Joedel Peñaranda, Executive Assistant to the President, and Engr. Carmel Sigrid D. Docallos, Director of the Sports Development Office.

The partnership between the university and the foundation aims to develop and promote international understanding and goodwill between the two institutions.

According to the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the two institutions will collaborate on promoting programs, including the exchange of students, exchange of faculty and researchers, exchange of academic information and publications, and joint research activities.

In an interview, University President Dr. Cañezo emphasized the importance of opening the university to international linkages.

“Our collaboration with Fundación Hakuna opens new avenues for academic growth and cultural exchange,” Dr. Cañezo said. “It is a significant step towards enriching the educational experience for our students and faculty.”

Moreover, the agreement specifies that both institutions will elaborate on specific areas of cooperation, detailing the terms and conditions of their collaboration.

The University President believes that the cooperation is a mutually beneficial partnership. “By partnering with BiPSU, the foundation can enhance its global outreach, gain insights into the academic and cultural environment of the Philippines, and establish networks for future collaborations,” Dr. Cañezo added.

Meanwhile, around fifty foreign professionals from Fundación Hakuna will conduct a series of activities during their two-week stay in Biliran.

A Spanish lesson will be conducted for BiPSU students, followed by a football match on August 7.

Additionally, there will be an extension service on August 8, and a cultural show on August 10.

Moreover, a Workshop on Design Thinking and Spanish Lessons is scheduled for August 12 at the BiPSU Gymnasium, to be participated in by various students.

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