SORSOGON CITY—To ensure continuous improvement and adoption of best practices, Biliran Province State University (BiPSU), led by University President Dr. Victor C. Cañezo Jr., visited Sorsogon State University (SorSU) for a benchmarking activity from August 7-8.

Seventeen (17) delegates from BiPSU arrived on August 7 and were warmly greeted with a folk dance presentation by SorSU dancers.

On August 8, the BiPSU delegation paid a courtesy visit to SorSU President Dr. Geraldine F. De Jesus, followed by the main benchmarking activities at the Dormtel Conference Hall, attended by various key officials including Mr. Gerald Fulay, SorSU’s VP for Administration and Finance; Dr. Jhonner D. Ricafort, SorSU’s VP for Academic Affairs; Campus Directors from SorSU-Sorsogon City, Magallanes, and Bulan Campuses; and other key officials.

The 2-day benchmarking activity focused on exchanging ideas and learning about key areas such as Learning Management Systems (LMS), Quality Assurance, Instructional Materials, and the Strategic Performance Management System (SPMS).

In her welcome remarks, Dr. De Jesus mentioned that all SUCs have their own strengths and weaknesses, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and shared learning between BiPSU and SorSU.

“As a matter of fact, this morning, in a simple conversation with President Cañezo, marami na akong natututunan,” she said. “Simple conversation will always end up as something that will benefit our university.”

President De Jesus also revealed that she will be visiting BiPSU on August 16 for the MOA Signing with BiPSU.

Meanwhile, Dr. Cañezo underscored the significance of benchmarking in building connection and collaboration.

According to him, there is always a need to connect with other universities in order to improve the quality of education in SUCs. “We will not compete with other SUCs, but we are here to complement each other,” President Cañezo said. “I hope that in some way, we will learn from each other.”

Following the benchmarking activities, SorSU will organize a campus tour for the BiPSU delegation to visit their various offices this afternoon. Moreover, after the visit, BiPSU will be conducting a Mid-Year Performance Assessment to enhance compliance with institutional targets and develop catch-up plans for areas needing improvement.

The delegation is set to visit Bicol University for another benchmarking activity tomorrow, August 9.

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