La Trinidad, Benguet โ Benguet State University (BSU) and the United States Peace Corps are working to revive their partnership, setting the stage for Peace Corps Volunteers to return and support BSUโs elementary and secondary schools. This renewed collaboration aims to strengthen quality education (SDG 4), global partnerships (SDG 17), and community development.
Jessica Sucgang, Program Manager of Peace Corps Philippines – Education Sector, expressed optimism, stating, โWe are looking forward to sending volunteers again to BSU.โ She was joined by education volunteers Edward Foran and Maizie Anders in discussions with BSUโs International Relations Office (IRO) and the College of Teacher Education (CTE) on potential areas of collaboration, particularly in teacher training, English language education, and student development.
To assess BSUโs readiness to host volunteers, the team visited the Secondary and Elementary Laboratory Schools and discussed plans to conduct an orientation session for CTE faculty. Before the meeting, they paid a courtesy visit to the Office of the University President, where Atty. Andres Arnold W. Lampacan, Finance Division Chief and Officer-in-Charge for the day, warmly welcomed them.
Established in 1961, Peace Corps Philippines is the agencyโs second-oldest program, with volunteers making lasting contributions to education, youth development, and coastal resource management. Through this partnership renewal, BSU reaffirms its commitment to enhancing education quality, fostering global cooperation, and promoting inclusive learning opportunities. The return of Peace Corps Volunteers is expected to empower local educators, enrich student learning, and strengthen international collaboration at BSU. //DIAllasiw








