To chart its operational course and align its institutional goals, the Office of the Vice President for Research, Innovation, and Societal Impact (VP RISI) of the Biliran Province State University (BiPSU) successfully conducted its Strategic Planning and Targeting 2026 on May 5, 2026.

The half-day event gathered key university personnel and stakeholders at the BiPSU Hyflex Audio-Visual Center (HAVC).

The program officially commenced with a welcome message from Dr. Roland A. Niez, VP RISI, who emphasized the importance of a unified vision for the university's research and innovation endeavors. Following this, Research Project Assistant Ms. Ma. Shiela C. Torregoza formally introduced the participants.

University President Prof. Victor C. Cañezo, Jr. conveyed a strong message of solidarity and unwavering support to the attendees. "The administration stands firmly behind the VP RISI as you chart our course for 2026. You have my full backing in your efforts to advance our Weaving of Worthiness through impactful research and innovation. We are committed to providing the support you need to turn these targets into a reality for the communities we serve," Prof. Cañezo stated.

The core of the event featured in-depth discussions led by two primary resource speakers. EnP. Jessie Mari D. Cerera, RCE, Director of the Office for Strategy Management, spearheaded the first major session, detailing the intricacies of strategic planning and targeting for the upcoming year. The discussion provided a framework for the office to effectively measure and achieve its upcoming milestones.

Following the strategy session, Dr. Robert P. Jordan, Director of Quality Assurance and Accreditation, took the floor to discuss critical accreditation matters. His presentation highlighted the necessary preparations and quality standards required to maintain and elevate the university's academic and operational accreditations in the coming years.

The strategic planning session concluded shortly after midday. Dr. Pearl Irish V. De Paz, Director of the Office of Research, Innovation, and Societal Impact, delivered the closing remarks, summarizing the key takeaways from the morning's discussions and officially concluding the successful collaborative effort.

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