𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦

A momentous occasion unfolded in the virtual realm as the CMC Liyag: International Academic and Cultural Exchange (IACE) Program was launched on April 20, 2024, at 5:00 PM via the Zoom platform. It represented a pioneering initiative in global education and cultural exchange. The event brought together students from the Graduate School of Education, College, and Senior High School departments, welcomed by the Dean of the Graduate School of Education, Dr. Gemma N. Kintanar. The launch was a perfect time to share the CIAL Milestones presented by Ms. Anngilica Banga, CIAL Staff. Participants were enlightened by the CMC Liyag: IACE Concept Note presented by Dr. Mark Gennesis B. Dela Cerna, VP for Academic Affairs and Director, Center for International Affairs and Linkages. The program was graced by the presence of distinguished guests, including Mr. Danstone Guy Dayaday, Education Supervisor from CHEDRO XII, and Mr. Harfiz Rasul Mohammad from the International Relations Centre, University of Kebangsaan Malaysia. A message of support was also shared by the Consul General, Republic of Indonesia in Davao City, Hon. Agus Trenggono, and Consul General of Malaysia in Davao City, His Excellency Deddy Faisal Bin Ahman Salleh. Lastly, Mr. Kenny Lloyd Angon, a GSE student and one of the participants of the upcoming student mobility program, shared insights on the program's importance for students' professional and personal growth. Ms. Aurren Capatan and Mr. Jayson Faan expressed their expectations for the Liyag: IACE program, highlighting a shared commitment to fostering cross-cultural understanding and collaboration. As the CMC Liyag: International Academic and Cultural Exchange Program continues to expand its reach and impact, it promises a brighter, more interconnected future for all, promoting experiential learning, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity. Through the launch of CMC Liyag: IACE, the CMC-CIAL is working to pursue its mission of CMC and Beyond. Onward, CMC! CHOOSE CMC, CHOOSE EXCELLENCE! #CentralMindanaoColleges #ChooseCMC #KidapawanCity #cmcignitinghopeempoweringlives #CMC77YearsCommittedExcellence