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QSU Marks 5th Year of Internationalization with “Wood Anniversary” Celebration
Quirino State University is set to commemorate a meaningful milestone as it celebrates its 5th year as a staunch advocate of internationalization (IZN) through its “Wood Anniversary” on May 13–14, 2026, to be held via Zoom teleconferencing. Anchored on the evocative theme, “Rooted in Purpose, Bearing Fruit in Unity: The IRO’s Wood Anniversary Celebration of Flourishing Global Harvests,” the event underscores the University’s sustained commitment to cultivating global linkages and nurturing academic excellence across borders.
The two-day celebration, spearheaded by the Office of International Relations, will feature a series of intellectually enriching and globally resonant activities that reflect QSU’s growing international footprint.
A highlight of the event is “From QSU to the World: Stories of Professionals Without Borders,” a segment that showcases the journeys and accomplishments of QSU professionals who have made their mark across the globe. Their narratives stand as living testaments to the University’s transformative educational mission and its capacity to produce globally competitive graduates.
Equally compelling is the presentation of the documentary, “Beyond Borders, Within Reach: Narratives of Wildcat COIL Participants,” which captures the lived experiences of students and faculty engaged in Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL). The film offers a vivid portrayal of how virtual exchange transcends geographical limitations, fostering intercultural dialogue and global competence within the academic community.
Further amplifying QSU’s rising prominence is the segment titled “Bridging Shores of Knowledge: QSU’s Emergence in the Global Higher Education Landscape,” which celebrates the University’s recent achievements in international rankings. This milestone reflects QSU’s relentless pursuit of quality, innovation, and global engagement in higher education.
The celebration will also feature “Where Scholarship Meets the World: The QSU Book Launch,” an academic convergence of ideas and intellectual contributions that highlight the scholarly outputs of QSU faculty and collaborators. This initiative reinforces the University’s role as a knowledge producer in the global academic arena.
Culminating the event is the much-anticipated QSU Vox Talk, a TED Talk-inspired convocation themed “Ideas Without Borders: Teaching Beyond Reality in the Metaverse.” This dynamic platform will bring together QSU’s esteemed institutional partners from the Philippines, across Asia, and the Pacific, uniting diverse voices of educators, innovators, and thought leaders. Through this global exchange of ideas, the Vox Talk exemplifies the very essence of internationalization, where knowledge flows beyond borders and collaboration becomes the cornerstone of future-ready education.
As QSU celebrates this “Wood Anniversary,” it not only reflects on five years of steadfast internationalization efforts but also reaffirms its vision of leading with purpose and unity. Like a tree firmly rooted yet ever-reaching, the University continues to grow, branch out, and bear fruits, harvesting opportunities that connect local aspirations to global possibilities.
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QSU will Host 2026 International Spring Convergence on Gastronomic Tourism, Food Sustainability, and Diplomacy
Quirino State University, through its Office of International Relations, is set to stage another landmark academic engagement with the 2026 International Spring Convergence on Gastronomic Tourism, Food Sustainability, and Diplomacy, to be held on April 28–30, 2026 via Zoom teleconferencing. Anchored on the theme “Culinary Heritage and Food Innovation for a Resilient and Sustainable Future,” the convergence brings together a dynamic network of scholars, practitioners, and institutions committed to advancing sustainable food systems and cultural diplomacy.
The three-day international event is organized in collaboration with leading Philippine higher education institutions, including Palawan State University, Tarlac Agricultural University, Marinduque State University, and Urdaneta City University. It also features active participation from international institutions and experts from the United States, Macedonia, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Vietnam, thereby fostering a rich, multicultural exchange of ideas, practices, and innovations in gastronomy, sustainability, and global cooperation.
Aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the convergence highlights key global priorities, particularly SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). Through interdisciplinary dialogue and knowledge-sharing, the event aims to contribute to sustainable food practices, nutrition-sensitive development, and inclusive economic opportunities within the gastronomy and tourism sectors.
This initiative marks another significant milestone for QSU reinforcing its strategic thrust to saturate local academic counterparts while simultaneously expanding global linkages. By bridging local expertise with international perspectives, the convergence exemplifies a balanced model of engagement that empowers both domestic and global academic communities.
More importantly, the event is envisioned to catalyze the development of Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) programs and projects within the university. Through these virtual collaborations, faculty and students alike are provided opportunities to engage in cross-cultural learning, joint research, and interdisciplinary innovation, without the constraints of physical mobility.
Beyond the convergence, QSU envisions taking a pioneering role in leading a national consortium on Gastronomy in the Philippines. This initiative seeks to unify higher education institutions, industry stakeholders, and international partners toward a shared agenda of preserving culinary heritage, advancing food innovation, and promoting sustainable gastronomy as a driver of local and global development.
Framed within the paradigm of “internationalization at home,” the convergence underscores QSU’s commitment to embedding global perspectives into local curricula and academic experiences. It affirms that meaningful internationalization does not solely rely on outbound mobility, but can be effectively realized through inclusive, technology-driven platforms that bring the world into the classroom.
As QSU continues to cultivate partnerships and intellectual exchange across borders, this convergence stands as a testament to its evolving role as a hub of innovation, cultural dialogue, and sustainable development in higher education.
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BIG 4 OF LUZON, OUTSIDE METRO MANILA 🌋🎓
Luzon’s academic strength extends well beyond the capital. Based on EduRank’s 2026 Philippines rankings, and excluding Metro Manila universities, the top four universities in Luzon are University of the Philippines Los Baños (#5), Central Luzon State University (#15), Quirino State University (#20), and Bulacan State University (#26). EduRank states that its rankings are based on research outputs, non-academic prominence, and alumni influence, using publication and citation data together with alumni popularity indicators.
Each of these universities also carries distinct institutional strengths. UP Los Baños has nine CHED Centers of Excellence and was designated as one of six Teacher Education Excellence Centers in 2026. Central Luzon State University states that it has six CHED Centers of Excellence and was also recognized in the QS Asia rankings, where it placed 153rd in Southeast Asia and in the 851–900 bracket in Asia.
Quirino State University says it earned a place in the HE Higher Education Ranking 2026, renewed its ISO 9001:2015 certification with validity until 2027, and became the first state university in Region II to receive PhilGAP certification. Bulacan State University was included in the QS World University Rankings: Asia 2026, received recognition at the CHED ICONS Awards 2025, and was further strengthened through its Revised Bulacan State University Charter in 2024.
Together, these four universities reflect the reach, quality, and momentum of higher education in Luzon outside Metro Manila. Their standing in research, academic development, and institutional recognition affirms the vital role of regional universities in shaping the future of Philippine education.
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www.facebook.com/share/p/1CYhqUvqig/The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) is pleased to inform interested parties of the call for applications to the Naveen Jindal Young Global Research Fellowship (NJYGRF) Programme of the O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU).
The fellowship program includes complimentary on-campus accommodation and three (3) meals for the duration of the program (one month in June 2026), publication incentives in accordance with the institution’s policy, airport pick-up and drop-off services, visa support, health insurance and basic healthcare facilities, and cultural immersion trips.
The program is open to international scholars from various disciplines. Applicants must submit their applications through the link: bit.ly/NJYGRFPROGRAMME on or before 10 April 2026.
For more details, interested parties may also visit bit.ly/IASGEOPJINDAL or they may send an email directly to rahul.bhandari@jgu.edu.in.
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The Commission on Higher Education is pleased to inform interested parties of the call for applications to the ASEAN Master in Sustainability Management for nationals of ASEAN Member Countries.
The ASEAN Master in Sustainability Management is offered as a full scholarship funded by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and implemented in collaboration with the ASEAN University Network (AUN) Secretariat, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) Indonesia, and the University of Agder (UiA) Norway. The program is a full-time 2-year MBA (120 ECTS) co-taught by UGM and UiA professors with guest lecturers from AUN universities across ASEAN.
Interested applicants must submit their applications through the link ugm.id/ApplicationASEANMaster3 on or before 31 March 2026. Detailed information on the eligibility criteria, documentary requirements, and selection process may be found in the attached Program Brochure. The same may also be accessed at www.asean-sustainability.mba.
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