𝐂𝐌𝐂 𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐔𝐒𝐀 𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦

Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire." - William Butler Yeats Central Mindanao Colleges (CMC) Center for International Affairs and Linkages (CIAL) , represented by CMC Office of Student Affairs and Services Ms. Katherine Mae Abayabay and Ms. Trisha Karl Rellon, have actively participated in the USA Mobility Program for Students and Faculty, hosted by Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU) Davao on April 23, 2024. The event convened for collaborative discussions aimed at advancing educational exchange and cooperation between institutions in the Philippines and Texas. Ms. Abayabay emphasized, "Participation in the USA Mobility Program exemplifies CMC's dedication to promoting global connections and enriching educational experiences for all involved." Dr. Rebecca Kehe,the resource speaker from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor (UMHB), led the program, drawing a diverse audience of 26 participants, including LPU students and staff, representatives from CMC, San Pedro College and other respected educational institutions. The agenda had a virtual campus tour, providing insights into the facilities and academic life of the participating institutions. Attendees also engaged in a Q&A session with Dr. Kehe, exploring potential collaborations in cultural and academic exchange programs, including summer exchange programs, student learning opportunities through volunteer work, faculty exchanges, and virtual programs. A notable aspect was the discussion on establishing exchange programs, highlighting the importance of formal agreements for smooth implementation and mutual benefit. The USA Mobility Program served as a platform for meaningful dialogue and networking, setting the stage for future collaborations between educational institutions in the Philippines and Texas. The CMC Office of Student Affairs and Services' active involvement highlights CMC CIALs steadfast dedication to promoting global perspectives and enhancing the educational journey for students and faculty members alike. #EducationExchange #GlobalPartnerships By Erolle Linus T. Miranda | ICMC Institutional Marketing and Communications Officer Inputs from Ms. Katherine Mae Abayabay , OSAS Onward CMC! 𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗦𝗘 𝗖𝗠𝗖, 𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗦𝗘 𝗘𝗫𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘! #CentralMindanaoColleges #Choose𝗖𝗠𝗖 #KidapawanCity #cmcignitinghopeempoweringlives #CMC77YearsCommittedExcellence