May 10, 2025 – A delegation from Bicol University visited the International Relations Office (IRO) earlier today to benchmark best practices related to the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI) and Times Higher Education (THE) rankings.
The visiting team was composed of key academic officials and personnel: Dr. Ma. Julieta B. Borres, Vice President for Academic Affairs; Dr. Leonila B. Barbacena, Director for Internal Quality Assurance; Dr. Anthony C. Cabrillas, Prof. Ma. Julita B. Obiles, and Dr. Shiela I. Arroco, all members of the Internal Quality Assurance team; and Prof. Rogelyn P. Samar, Technical Staff of the VP for Academic Affairs.
They were warmly received by Imelda G. Parcasio, faculty member of the College of Teacher Education and representative to the Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA), along with Rex John G. Bawang, Director of the International Relations Office, and IRO staff member Raquel M. Fatog.
The benchmarking visit provided an opportunity for both institutions to engage in meaningful dialogue about innovative practices, strategic approaches, and institutional frameworks that contribute to global university recognition. Discussions highlighted BSU’s successful initiatives, documentation strategies, and IZN efforts
The visit concluded with a mutual expression of commitment to fostering collaboration between the two institution. BSU expressed its appreciation for the visit and looks forward to continued academic exchanges with Bicol University.//GBPalberas