Benguet State University welcomed 23 delegates from the Migration and Social Transformation (Misotrans) Network on September 10–11, 2024 for the 2024 Summer Academy. The academy aims to immerse participants in the Cordilleran cultural landscapes, providing them with the global perspectives and skills needed to address complex social challenges.
During their visit, they attended a series of lectures showcasing the University’s research initiatives on indigenous peoples. This was followed by a campus and community tour, where they explored the Cordillera Regional Apiculture Center (CRAC), Food Science Research and Innovation Center (FSRIC), and the Northern Philippines Root Crops Research and Training Center (NPRCRTC).