PANABO CITY — Davao del Norte State College (DNSC) received two distinctions during the regional activity, “Taking the Next Steps for Internationalization (IZN) in Higher Education: A Regional Forum on Sustainable IZN and Global Citizenship Education”, on October 22, 2026.
The forum served as the culmination program of the Voice of ASEAN: Bridging Horizons, Navigating Shared Future, a year-long initiative of the Commission on Higher Education Regional Office XI (CHED RO XI) and the International Relations Officers Network (IRON) XI. It gathered stakeholders to discuss sustainable internationalization, Global Citizenship Education, and collaborative practices that promote high-impact internationalization across ASEAN and beyond.
DNSC received a Certificate of Recognition for its support, collaborative partnership, and commitment as a partner higher education institution, contributing to the success of the initiative. The certificate was signed by CHED RO XI Director Dr. Maricar R. Casquejo.
The College also received a plaque for its performance across six categories in the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI). It cited DNSC’s commitment to academic excellence, global competitiveness, and institutional prestige, as demonstrated by its performance in global ranking and rating bodies.
Representing DNSC at the event were Dr. Melissa G. Dalumay, Director of the Presidential Affairs Division, and Mr. Mer Jun Q. Cañas, Head of the Internationalization and External Affairs Division.
These distinctions are products of DNSC’s participation in regional internationalization initiatives and its continuing efforts to expand its global presence.
