Region/Country:

Institution Type:

☐ SUC

☐ LUC

☐ Private HEI

☐ International Institution

Website:

Facebook Page:

Contact Person

Name:

Position/Office:

Email Address:

Mobile Number (Optional):

List your institution's major programs:

Education

Business

Engineering

IT

Health Sciences

Hospitality

Agriculture

Others

COIL Experience

☐ New to COIL

☐ Currently implementing COIL

☐ Experienced COIL institution

Looking for COIL Partners In:

☐ Education

☐ Business

☐ IT/Computer Science

☐ Engineering

☐ Hospitality Management

☐ Health Sciences

☐ Agriculture

☐ Communication

☐ Language Studies

☐ Sustainability

☐ Indigenous Studies

☐ Community Extension

☐ Research Collaboration

☐ Student Virtual Exchange

☐ Faculty Development

☐ Other: ____________

Proposed COIL Project Ideas

Briefly describe possible collaboration topics:

Example:

"Cross-cultural entrepreneurship between Filipino and international business students."

SDGs Addressed

Which Sustainable Development Goals align with your proposed collaboration?

☐ SDG 4 Quality Education

☐ SDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

☐ SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities

☐ SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals

☐ Others

Partnership Interest

What are you hoping to find during this event?

Example:

"We are seeking institutions interested in developing a 4-week virtual exchange focusing on sustainability and intercultural communication."

Region/Country:
Region II (Cagayan Valley), Philippines

Institution Type:
☑ SUC
☐ LUC
☐ Private HEI
☐ International Institution

Website:
https://nvsu.edu.ph

Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/nvsu1916

Contact Person

Name:
Atty. Regine Karla G. Tabas

Position/Office:
Director, Office of International Affairs

Email Address:
international@nvsu.edu.ph

List your institution's major programs:
☑ Education
☑ Business
☑ Engineering
☑ IT
☑ Hospitality
☑ Agriculture
☑ Others: Forestry, Veterinary Medicine, Environmental Sciences, Indigenous Studies

COIL Experience

☑ New to COIL
☐ Currently implementing COIL
☐ Experienced COIL institution

Looking for COIL Partners In:
☑ Agriculture
☑ Sustainability
☑ Indigenous Studies
☑ Community Extension
☑ Research Collaboration
☑ Student Virtual Exchange
☑ Faculty Development
☑ Business
☑ Hospitality Management

Proposed COIL Project Ideas

Briefly describe possible collaboration topics:

1. Climate-Resilient Agriculture and Food Security
   Collaborative online learning on sustainable agriculture, climate adaptation, food security, and smart farming practices, integrating local and global perspectives.

2. Citrus Research and Agricultural Innovation
   Virtual collaboration on citrus production, pest management, crop innovation, and agricultural technologies, leveraging NVSU’s expertise through the Philippine Citrus Development Center.

3. Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Inclusive Education
   Cross-cultural exchange focused on indigenous knowledge, culturally responsive education, inclusion, and community empowerment.

4. Sustainable Tourism and Hospitality Management
   Virtual projects exploring ecotourism, rural tourism development, and intercultural hospitality practices.

5. Community-Based Sustainable Development
   Collaborative projects on sustainability, extension services, and innovative community development models.

SDGs Addressed

☑ SDG 2 Zero Hunger
☑ SDG 4 Quality Education
☑ SDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
☑ SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
☑ SDG 13 Climate Action
☑ SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals

Partnership Interest

Nueva Vizcaya State University is seeking partner institutions interested in developing COIL initiatives and virtual exchange programs focused on agriculture, sustainability, indigenous knowledge systems, and community development. NVSU aims to establish meaningful collaborations that promote global learning, research exchange, intercultural competence, and inclusive internationalization for both students and faculty.

Institution Information

Institution Name:
Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU)

Region/Country:
Region I (Ilocos Region), Philippines

Institution Type:
☑ SUC

Website:
www.mmsu.edu.ph

Facebook Page:
MMSU Official Facebook Page

Contact Person

Name:
Dr. Mark Joseph D. Pastor

Position/Office:
Chief, International Programs / COIL Coordinator

Email Address:
mjpastor@mmsu.edu.ph

LinkedIN:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-joseph-pastor/

List your institution's major programs

☑ Education
☑ Business
☑ Engineering
☑ IT/Computer Science
☑ Health Sciences
☑ Hospitality Management
☑ Agriculture
☑ Others: Fisheries, Veterinary Medicine, Forestry, Arts and Sciences

COIL Experience

☑ Currently Implementing COIL
☑ Experienced COIL Institution

Looking for COIL Partners In

☑ Education
☑ Business
☑ IT/Computer Science
☑ Engineering
☑ Hospitality Management
☑ Health Sciences
☑ Agriculture
☑ Communication
☑ Language Studies
☑ Sustainability
☑ Community Extension
☑ Research Collaboration
☑ Student Virtual Exchange
☑ Faculty Development

Proposed COIL Project Ideas

Interdisciplinary COIL projects involving education, business, engineering, agriculture, and information technology that promote intercultural learning, innovation, and problem-solving through virtual international collaboration.

SDGs Addressed

☑ SDG 4 – Quality Education
☑ SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
☑ SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
☑ SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals

Others:
SDG 2 – Zero Hunger
SDG 13 – Climate Action

Partnership Interest

Mariano Marcos State University is seeking international partner institutions interested in developing COIL courses, virtual exchange programs, collaborative research initiatives, faculty development activities, and student intercultural learning experiences. We are particularly interested in projects related to sustainability, SDGs, agriculture, education, innovation, and global citizenship. Following the successful implementation of MMSU's first-ever 'Stallion COIL' program, we are eager to expand our network of global partners for AY 2026–2027 and beyond.

Northern Iloilo State University

Region/Country:

Region VI / Philippines

Institution Type:

☑ SUC

Website:

www.nisu.edu.ph

Facebook Page:

Northern Iloilo State University Official Facebook Page

Contact Person

Name:

Atty. Zarian Lyn A. Gasapo

Position/Office:

Chief Information Officer / International Relations Officer

Email Address:

zarianlyngasapo@nisu.edu.ph

List your institution's major programs

☑ Education

☑ Business

☑ Engineering

☑ IT/Computer Science

☑ Health Sciences

☑ Hospitality Management

☑ Agriculture

☑ Others: Fisheries, Criminology, Industrial Technology, Arts and Sciences

COIL Experience

☑ New to COIL

Looking for COIL Partners In

☑ Education

☑ Business

☑ IT/Computer Science

☑ Engineering

☑ Hospitality Management

☑ Health Sciences

☑ Agriculture

☑ Communication

☑ Language Studies

☑ Sustainability

☑ Community Extension

☑ Research Collaboration

☑ Student Virtual Exchange

☑ Faculty Development

Proposed COIL Project Ideas

1. Global Digital Solutions for Community Development

NISU students collaborate with partner university students abroad to design and develop web or mobile applications that address local community challenges.

2. Smart Tourism Mobile Application Development

Students from both institutions co-create digital tourism platforms showcasing local tourist destinations in their respective countries.

3. Sustainable Tourism Practices Across Cultures

Students investigate sustainable tourism initiatives in their respective countries and develop recommendations for destination management.

4. Global Citizenship and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Students collaborate to analyze how communities contribute to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

5. Culture, Identity, and Society

Students explore how culture influences social norms, governance, education, and community life in their respective countries.

SDGs Addressed

1. Global Digital Solutions for Community Development

☑ SDG 4: Quality Education

☑ SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and ☑ Infrastructure

☑ SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

2. Smart Tourism Mobile Application Development

☑ SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

☑ SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

☑ SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

☑SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

3. Sustainable Tourism Practices Across Cultures

☑ SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

☑ SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

☑ SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

☑ SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

4. Global Citizenship and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

☑ SDG 4: Quality Education

☑ SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

☑ SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

5. Culture, Identity, and Society

☑ SDG 4: Quality Education

☑ SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities

☑ SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Partnership Interest

Northern Iloilo State University is seeking international higher education institutions and organizations interested in establishing meaningful and sustainable collaborations in support of the University's internationalization agenda. NISU aims to identify potential partners for the development and implementation of Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) courses, virtual exchange programs, joint research projects, faculty and staff development initiatives, student mobility opportunities, and other internationalization activities.

Region/Country:
Region XVIII (Negros Island Region), Philippines

Institution Type:

☑ SUC

☐ LUC

☐ Private HEI

☐ International Institution

Website:
https://sunn.edu.ph

Facebook Page:
State University of Northern Negros Official Facebook Page

Contact Person

Name:
Venice Marie Hulleza

Position/Office:
Director, External and International Affairs

Email Address:
iu@sunn.edu.ph

List your institution's major programs:

☑ Education

☑ Business

☑ IT

☑ Health Sciences

☑ Hospitality

☑ Agriculture

☑ Fisheries

☑ Tourism

☑ Criminology

☑ Library and Information Science

☑ Cooperative Management

☑ Biology

☑ Multimedia Computing

☑ Midwifery

☑ Veterinary Medicine

COIL Experience

☑ New to COIL

☐ Currently implementing COIL

☐ Experienced COIL institution

Looking for COIL Partners In:

☑ Education

☑ Business

☑ IT/Computer Science

☑ Hospitality Management

☑ Health Sciences

☑ Agriculture

☑ Sustainability

☑ Community Extension

☑ Research Collaboration

☑ Student Virtual Exchange

☑ Faculty Development

☑ Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences

☑ Coastal Resource Management

☑ Tourism Management

☑ Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Proposed COIL Project Ideas:

1. Sustainable Fisheries and Coastal Resource Management
   Collaborative online learning activities on sustainable fisheries, marine biodiversity conservation, coastal resilience, and blue economy initiatives.

2. Climate-Smart Agriculture and Agribusiness Innovation
   Virtual exchange projects focusing on sustainable agriculture, food security, agribusiness development, and climate adaptation practices.

3. Digital Innovation and Emerging Technologies
   Collaborative projects involving information systems, digital transformation, multimedia computing, digital animation, and technology-enabled learning.

4. Sustainable Tourism and Hospitality Management
   Cross-cultural learning activities exploring ecotourism, community-based tourism, destination management, and hospitality practices.

5. Community Health and Wellness
   Interdisciplinary collaboration on public health awareness, nursing education, community healthcare, and health promotion programs.

6. Entrepreneurship and Cooperative Development
   Virtual projects promoting innovation, social entrepreneurship, cooperative management, and community enterprise development.

   
   

SDGs Addressed

☑ SDG 2 Zero Hunger

☑ SDG 3 Good Health and Well-Being

☑ SDG 4 Quality Education

☑ SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth

☑ SDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

☑ SDG 13 Climate Action

☑ SDG 14 Life Below Water

☑ SDG 15 Life on Land

☑ SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals

Partnership Interest

The State University of Northern Negros is seeking partner institutions interested in developing Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) initiatives, virtual exchange programs, joint research projects, faculty and student mobility, guest lectures, and capacity-building activities. The University aims to establish meaningful collaborations in agriculture, fisheries, sustainability, business, tourism, hospitality, information technology, health sciences, and community development to promote global learning, intercultural competence, innovation, and sustainable development.

Region/Country: Region VI, Philippines

Institution Type: SUC

Website: www.wvsu.edu.ph

FaceBook Page: https://www.facebook.com/wvsuofficialpage

Contact person name: Edel Carmela S. Subong-Csoka

Position/Office: Director, International and Local Linkages Office

Email Address: illo@wvsu.edu.ph

List your institution’s major programs:

1. Medicine

2. Nursing

3. Education

4. Hospitality and Business Management

5. Agriculture

6. Political Science

Others: Communication, IT, Computer Science, Dentistry, Law, etc.

COIL experience: Currently implementing COIL in Agriculture

Looking for COIL partners in: History, Film and Culture, Languages/English Language, Communication, Leadership, Foresight Thinking, Artificial Intelligence and Data, Medical Practices and Ethics, Transcultural Nursing, Criminal Justice, Automotive.

Proposed COIL Project Ideas: Panay Cultural Camp, Strong Leadership in VUCA, Youth Voices and Ethical Leadership, Nursing Practices, Early Childhood Development, Geolocating Photos and Videos, Forensics and Lie Detection Practices, Business Etiquette, Tourism Industry and Intercultural Understanding

SDG Addressed:

1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being

2. SDG 4 - Quality Education

3. SDG 5 - Gender Equality

4. SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

5. SDG 13 - Climate Action

6. SDG 15 - Life on Land

7. SDG 16 - Peace and Justice Strong Institutions

8. SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals

Partnership Interests:

West Visayas State University welcomes partnerships with higher education institutions, research organizations, government agencies, industries, and international development partners committed to advancing education, research, innovation, cultural understanding, and sustainable development. The University seeks mutually beneficial collaborations that provide opportunities for student and faculty mobility, joint research, capacity building, academic program enhancement, and community engagement on both regional and global levels.

Region/Country: Region 2 Cagayan Valley Philippines

Institution Type: SUC

Website: aparri.csu.edu.ph

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092435460748

Programs:

Education (Secondary and Elementary)

Business (Accounting Information System)

IT (BS Information Technology)

Agriculture/Fisheries (BS Fisheries)

Hospitality (BS Hospitality Management)

Others (BS Industrial Technology, BS Criminology)

COIL Experience: NEW to COIL

Looking for COIL Partners In:

Fisheries

Education

Language Studies

Information Technology/Information Systems

Hospitality Management

Industrial Technology

Criminology

Faculty and Student Mobility and Development

Sustainability

Research Collaboration and Community Engagement

Proposed COIL Project Ideas:

1. Interdisciplinary COIL project/programs involving education, business, fisheries, information technology, and management that advances intercultural learning, innovation, and problem-solving through F2F and virtual international collaborations.

2. Sustainable Digital Solutions for Fisheries and Coastal Resource Management

3. Cross-cultural entrepreneurship and digital innovations for entrerprise development

4. Cross-border post-harvest development

SDGs Addressed

SDG 4 Quality Education

SDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities

SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals

SDG 14 Life Below Water

Partnership Interest

Cagayan State University at Aparri is seeking international partner institutions interested in engaging with a sustainable collaboration and activities supporting the university mission and vision This include activities, virtual collaborative engagements, curriculum and learning development programs, joint research and innovation projects, faculty and student mobility, professional development, guest lectures, and related capacity-building endeavors. Activities are aimed to boost development initiatives in fisheries, agriculture, education and learning, information technology, community development, criminal justice education, and innovations. Partner institutions are key to planning, designing, implementing, and assessment of Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) activities or programs.

Region/Country: Region I (Ilocos Region), Philippines

Institution Type:

✅ SUC

☐ LUC

☐ Private HEI

☐ International Institution

Website: http://unp.edu.ph/

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/UNPTheOfficial

Contact Person

Name: Winnie T. Caliboso

Position/Office: Coordinator for Student and Personnel Mobility

Email Address: iaelo@unp.edu.ph

List your institution's major programs:

✅Education

✅Business

✅Engineering

✅IT

✅Health Sciences

✅Hospitality

✅Others: Architecture and Environmental Built, Arts and Sciences, Fine Arts and Design, Public Administration, Medicine, Automotive and Electronics

COIL Experience

✅ New to COIL

☐ Currently implementing COIL

☐ Experienced COIL institution

Looking for COIL Partners In:

✅ Education

✅ Business

✅ IT/Computer Science

✅ Engineering

✅ Hospitality Management

✅ Health Sciences

☐ Agriculture

✅ Communication

✅Language Studies

✅ Sustainability

✅ Indigenous Studies

✅ Community Extension

✅ Research Collaboration

✅ Student Virtual Exchange

✅ Faculty Development

✅Other: Architecture and Environmental Built, Arts and Sciences, Fine Arts and Design, Public Administration, Medicine, Automotive and Electronics

Proposed COIL Project Ideas

1. Education Title: Cultivating Intercultural Pedagogies: A Collaborative Virtual Practicum for Pre-Service Teachers

Description: This initiative pairs pre-service teachers with international peers to co-design and virtually deliver lesson plans tailored for diverse classroom environments. By analyzing curriculum differences and sharing instructional strategies, participants enhance their pedagogical adaptability and global teaching competencies.

2. Architecture (Heritage Preservation) Title: Digitizing Built Heritage: Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Conservation and Architectural Documentation

Description: This project connects students to collaborative mapping and structural analysis of historic landmarks, blending local vernacular architecture with international preservation frameworks. Participants exchange digital documentation methodologies, such as 3D modeling, to co-develop localized conservation frameworks informed by global best practices.

3. Health Sciences Title: Global Public Health Frameworks: Comparative Community Health and Pandemic Readiness

Description: This platform enables health sciences students to compare regional healthcare delivery systems, community wellness initiatives, and epidemiological responses. Through shared case studies, participants examine how socio-economic factors shape public health outcomes to strengthen vital collaborative problem-solving skills.

4. Arts and Sciences Title: Sociolinguistic Landscapes and Media Discourse: A Cross-Border Critical Analysis

Description: This course brings students together to explore how cultural identity, socio-political dynamics, and language variations influence contemporary media representations. Participants engage in collaborative critical discourse analysis of regional digital media, deepening their analytical capabilities in applied linguistics and intercultural communication.

5. Business Title: Cross-Border Entrepreneurship and Eco-Tourism: Strategic Marketing for Regional Heritage Destinations

Description: This proposal connects business students to collaborate on sustainable marketing frameworks and enterprise models designed to boost local heritage tourism. Participants analyze consumer behavior and digital branding across markets to co-create culturally sensitive business plans and develop global corporate literacy.

SDGs Addressed

✅SDG 4 Quality Education

✅SDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

✅SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities

✅SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals

Partnership Interest

We are hoping to establish sustainable partnerships with international institutions to develop joint virtual exchanges that enhance student and faculty mobility. Specifically, we are looking to connect with global educators to co-design collaborative, cross-border curricula across disciplines like education, heritage preservation, and languages. Ultimately, the goal is to expand inclusive internationalization opportunities that build intercultural competence without the barriers of physical travel.

Region 9 - Western Mindanao

Philippines

Institution Type:

-Private HEI

Website: https://adzu.edu.ph/

Facebook:

University Website- https://www.facebook.com/AdZUOfficial

Global Paths: Internationalization Office-

https://www.facebook.com/adzu.gpio/

SPARK COIL: https://sparkcoil.org/

Contact Person

Br. Jeffrey U. Pioquinto, SJ

Director: Global Paths Internationalization Office

Email: gpio_director@adzu.edu.ph

List of Programs offered:

• Education

• Management

• Accountancy

• Engineering

• IT

• Nursing

• Liberal Arts

• Law

• Medicine

COIL Experience

{ / } Experienced COIL Institution

Through our SPARK COIL program, an Erasmus-inspired initiative, we have implemented full COIL activities and are now expanding our network by seeking more partner universities in the Philippines and in Europe for deeper international collaboration.

Looking for partners in:

1. Education

2. Business

3. IT/Computer Science

4. Nursing

5. Liberal Arts - Communications, English, History, International Studies, Literature

6. Sciences: Math, Environmental Science and Psychology

SDGs Addressed

• SDG 2 Zero Hinger

• SDG 3 Good Health and Well Being

• SDG 4 Quality Education

• SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth

• SDG9 Industry, Innovation and

  Infrastructure

• SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production

• SDG 13 Climate Action

• SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals

Partnership Interest

The University continues to strengthen and intensify its Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) initiatives by transitioning from isolated, one-time online collaborations to the more structured and sustainable SPARK COIL model. This approach emphasizes careful planning and close coordination with partner institutions to ensure that collaborative activities are intentional, academically meaningful, and capable of generating a greater and more lasting impact on the learning experiences of both students and faculty. Through SPARK COIL, we seek to foster intercultural competence, promote innovative pedagogies, and provide opportunities for meaningful engagement among learners and educators across borders. As we expand our network of international collaborators, we are particularly interested in developing COIL classes and joint learning experiences in the fields of Education, Liberal Arts, and the Sciences, where shared expertise and diverse perspectives can enrich teaching, research, and global citizenship formation.

Institution Name: Philippine College of Science and Technology
Region/Country: Region I, Philippines
Institution Type:
☐ SUC
☐ LUC
☑ Private HEI
☐ International Institution

Website: https://philcst.edu.ph/
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/PhilCST94

Contact Person

Name: DR. JAMAICA KIM L. MABANGLO
Position/Office: International Relations Officer / Accreditation Officer
Email Address: philcst2024@gmail.com

Institution's major programs:

• Education

• Business Education

• Engineering

• IT / Computer Science

• Hospitality and Tourism Management

• Criminology

• Maritime Studies

  
  

COIL Experience

☑ New to COIL
☐ Currently implementing COIL
☐ Experienced COIL institution

Looking for COIL Partners in:

☑ Education
☑ Business
☑ IT/Computer Science
☑ Engineering
☑ Hospitality Management
☐ Health Sciences
☐ Agriculture
☐ Communication
☐ Language Studies
☑ Sustainability
☐ Indigenous Studies
☑ Community Extension
☑ Research Collaboration
☑ Student Virtual Exchange
☑ Faculty Development
☑ Criminology and Criminal Justice Education
☑ Maritime Education and Training
☑ Tourism and Cultural Exchange
☑ Entrepreneurship and Innovation
☑ Digital Technologies and Artificial Intelligence
☑ Environmental and Climate Action Initiatives
☑ Industry-Academe Collaboration

Proposed COIL Project Ideas

1. From Local Voices to Global Action
Students work in mixed international teams to examine a community issue affecting their local area such as waste management, youth development, public safety, tourism recovery, or digital inclusion and share how their communities respond to these challenges. The project culminates in a comparative presentation of practical solutions that can be adapted across countries.

2. Classroom Without Borders: Learning Across Cultures
Education students collaborate with international peers to explore teaching practices, student engagement strategies, and educational challenges in their respective countries. Teams develop culturally responsive learning activities that can be used in diverse classroom settings.

3. Voices for Safety: Exploring Community-Based Safety Programs
Criminology students compare community safety programs, crime prevention initiatives, and public security concerns in their localities. Through guided discussions and case sharing, students develop recommendations that promote safer and more inclusive communities.

4. Tourism Through Local Eyes
Hospitality and Tourism students create virtual cultural showcases highlighting lesser-known destinations, traditions, and local experiences from their regions. Students analyze how tourism can support cultural preservation and sustainable community development.

5. Digital Bridges for Community Impact
Information Technology and Computer Science students collaborate on simple digital solutions, awareness campaigns, or prototype concepts that address common community concerns such as information access, public service communication, or digital literacy.

6. Navigating a Connected Maritime World
Maritime students exchange insights on maritime education, safety culture, environmental stewardship, and the role of the maritime industry in national development. The project encourages understanding of international maritime practices and emerging challenges in the sector.

SDGs Addressed

☑ SDG 4 – Quality Education
☑ SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
☑ SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
☑ SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities
☑ SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
☑ SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals

Partnership Interest

What are you hoping to find during this event?

As a growing institution expanding its internationalization initiatives, PhilCST is seeking partner institutions that are open to starting practical and manageable COIL collaborations that can be implemented within a regular academic term.

We are particularly interested in connecting with institutions that value community engagement, student-centered learning, and intercultural exchange. Rather than focusing solely on international exposure, we also hope to create opportunities where students can work together on meaningful projects, learn from different perspectives, and develop skills that prepare them for an increasingly interconnected world.

We are also interested in building long-term academic relationships that may begin with COIL activities and eventually expand into faculty collaboration, joint research, community extension projects, student mobility opportunities, and other internationalization initiatives.

Institution Type

State Higher Education Institution (SUC)

About ZSCMST

The Zamboanga State College of Marine Sciences and Technology (ZSCMST) is a premier state higher education institution in the Philippines mandated to provide leadership in professional and technical instruction in fisheries, maritime technology, and marine sciences. The College offers undergraduate, graduate, and vocational programs designed to develop competent professionals, advance scientific knowledge, and address the development needs of Western Mindanao. Beyond instruction, ZSCMST is committed to excellence in research, extension, innovation, and internationalization, promoting sustainable fisheries, marine biodiversity conservation, coastal resource management, and global academic partnerships.

Academic Programs Offered

College of Maritime Education

• Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation

• Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering

• Diploma in Marine Electronics and Communication Technology

College of Fisheries and Allied Sciences

• Bachelor of Science in Fisheries

• Bachelor of Science in Fisheries major in Post-Harvest Technology (Ladderized)

• Bachelor of Science in Aquaculture

• Bachelor of Science in Food Technology

• Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology

• Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science

• Bachelor of Science in Marine Fisheries Technology

College of Teacher Education

Bachelor of Secondary Education

• Major in Science

• Major in English

• Major in Filipino

• Major in Mathematics

Bachelor in Technology and Livelihood Education

• Major in Home Economics

• Major in Agri-Fishery Arts

• Major in Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

College of Liberal Arts

• Bachelor of Arts in English Language Studies

• Bachelor of Arts in Filipino

College of Business Management

• Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management

• Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management

Graduate Programs

• Master of Science in Fisheries major in Aquaculture Technology

• Master of Science in Fisheries major in Aquaculture

• Master of Science in Marine Biodiversity

• Master in Maritime Management

• Master of Arts in Teaching Marine Transportation

• Master of Arts in Home Economics

• Master of Arts in Teaching English for Specific Purposes

• Master of Arts in Education major in Alternative Learning System

• Master of Arts in Education major in Filipino

• Master in Public Management

SEA CURE

Sustainable Environmental Action through Coastal Understanding, Research, and Education

Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) Initiative

Project SEA CURE is an innovative Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) initiative of the Zamboanga State College of Marine Sciences and Technology (ZSCMST) that promotes international academic collaboration through interdisciplinary, technology-enabled, and culturally responsive learning experiences focused on marine and coastal sustainability.

The project connects students and faculty from partner institutions around the world to collaboratively explore contemporary issues in fisheries, marine sciences, coastal resource management, environmental stewardship, and indigenous knowledge systems. Through meaningful virtual engagement, participants gain global perspectives while addressing local and regional environmental challenges.

Project Objectives

Project SEA CURE aims to:

• Foster international collaboration through Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL).

• Promote sustainable fisheries and coastal resource management.

• Increase awareness of marine biodiversity and environmental conservation.

• Highlight indigenous and ethnolinguistic knowledge related to fisheries and coastal communities.

• Strengthen intercultural competence, communication, and global citizenship.

• Develop students' research, critical thinking, digital literacy, and collaborative problem-solving skills.

Learning Activities

Project SEA CURE offers collaborative online activities such as:

• Virtual Cultural Exchange

• Digital Storytelling

• Marine Species Identification

• Indigenous and Local Knowledge Documentation

• Coastal Resource Management Case Studies

• Environmental Advocacy Campaigns

• Collaborative Research Discussions

• Video Presentations

• Interactive Workshops

• Student Reflection Sessions

• International Faculty and Student Dialogues

Expected Student Outputs

Participants will collaboratively develop:

• Digital Storytelling Projects

• Marine Species Identification Resources

• Educational Infographics

• Environmental Advocacy Videos

• Collaborative Research Presentations

• Comparative Case Studies

• Reflection Papers

• Digital Posters and Multimedia Presentations

Who We Are Looking For

We welcome Higher Education Institutions offering programs in:

• Fisheries

• Marine Biology

• Aquaculture

• Marine Sciences

• Environmental Science

• Maritime Education

• Food Technology

• Teacher Education

• Information Technology

• Social Sciences

• Other disciplines with interests in sustainability, coastal communities, and global education

Digital Platforms

Project SEA CURE utilizes various digital platforms, including:

• Zoom

• Microsoft Teams

• Google Meet

• Google Classroom

• Google Drive

• Padlet

• Canva

• Miro

• Other collaborative learning platforms as agreed by partner institutions

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Project SEA CURE supports the following SDGs:

• SDG 4 – Quality Education

• SDG 13 – Climate Action

• SDG 14 – Life Below Water

• SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals

Why Partner with Project SEA CURE?

Partner institutions will have opportunities to:

• Establish meaningful international academic collaborations.

• Engage students in authentic global learning experiences.

• Exchange innovative pedagogical practices.

• Promote intercultural competence and global citizenship.

• Develop collaborative research and extension initiatives.

• Expand institutional internationalization efforts.

• Build sustainable, long-term academic partnerships.

Let's Connect Coastal Communities Through Global Learning

Project SEA CURE welcomes universities and higher education institutions worldwide to collaborate in advancing innovative, sustainable, and internationally connected learning experiences that empower future leaders to protect and conserve our marine and coastal environments.

Connect • Collaborate • Conserve
Project SEA CURE – Advancing Global Learning for Sustainable Coastal Futures

Office: International Linkages Office

Director: Dr. Abee M. Eijansantos
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abee.eijansantos#
Phone Number: 09670883135
Email: ameijansantos@zscmst.edu.ph

Deputy Director: Mr. Gerome B. Avila
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61582132921217
Phone Number: 09956686154
Email: gerome.avila.xiii@gmail.com

Institution Name: Benguet State University (BSU)

Region/Country: Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), Philippines

Institution Type: ☑ SUC
Website: https://bsu.edu.ph/

Contact Person:
Name: Jovelyn P. Lao-e
Position/Office: Faculty Member / College of Information Sciences
Email Address:

j.lao-e@bsu.edu.ph

Academic Strengths

Benguet State University is a state university in the Cordillera Administrative Region with a multidisciplinary academic community. Among its programs are Agriculture, Education, Engineering, Forestry, Hospitality and Tourism, Natural Sciences, and Information Sciences.

The College of Information Sciences offers

• Information Technology

• Development Communication

• Library and Information Science

providing strong opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration involving technology, communication, information, culture, and community development.

COIL Experience

☑ New to COIL / Currently exploring and developing COIL partnerships

We are enthusiastic about exploring COIL as a way to bring global perspectives into local classrooms and create meaningful learning experiences without requiring physical mobility. We are particularly interested in starting with practical, student-centered projects that can grow into sustained academic, research, and community partnerships.

Looking for COIL Partners In:

☑ IT / Computer Science
☑ Education
☑ Communication / Media
☑ Library and Information Science
☑ Business / Entrepreneurship
☑ Agriculture
☑ Sustainability
☑ Indigenous Studies
☑ Community Extension
☑ Research Collaboration
☑ Student Virtual Exchange
☑ Faculty Development
☑ Digital Transformation / Emerging Technologies
☑ Artificial Intelligence and Responsible Technology

💡 Proposed COIL Project Ideas

1. Digital Solutions for Sustainable Communities
Students from different countries collaborate to identify a local community challenge and co-design a simple digital solution, such as an information system, mobile/web prototype, digital campaign, or community information resource. Teams compare how similar challenges are experienced and addressed in their respective communities.

2. AI, Digital Citizenship, and the Future of Learning
Students explore how artificial intelligence is transforming education and society. Mixed-country teams can examine responsible AI use, digital citizenship, misinformation, data privacy, and the opportunities and challenges of AI in their local contexts.

3. Stories Without Borders: Culture, Identity, and Digital Storytelling
Students collaborate across countries to document and share local stories, traditions, places, indigenous knowledge, or community practices through digital storytelling, multimedia, podcasts, infographics, or short videos. The project emphasizes intercultural understanding and respectful representation of local cultures.

4. Smart Communities, Global Perspectives
Students from IT, communication, business, and other disciplines work together to examine what makes a community “smart,” sustainable, inclusive, and resilient. Teams compare local community challenges and develop technology-enabled ideas related to mobility, disaster preparedness, environmental sustainability, public information, or community services.

5. Global Classroom, Local Action
Students collaborate on a shared Sustainable Development Goal and investigate how it is experienced in their respective communities. They exchange local perspectives, compare solutions, and produce a joint action-oriented output such as a digital advocacy campaign, policy brief, prototype, or community education material.

SDGs Addressed

☑ SDG 4 – Quality Education
☑ SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
☑ SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
☑ SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities
☑ SDG 13 – Climate Action
☑ SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
☑ SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals

🤝 Partnership Interest

We are looking for international and Philippine higher education institutions interested in developing practical and meaningful COIL experiences that connect students across cultures while addressing real-world issues.

We are especially interested in partners who are open to small-scale pilot COIL projects that can be implemented within a regular academic term, particularly in IT, education, communication, information science, sustainability, entrepreneurship, AI, and community development.

Beyond a single COIL activity, we hope to build partnerships that can grow into joint research, faculty development, community extension, guest lectures, student virtual exchanges, curriculum innovation, and other internationalization initiatives.

We believe that COIL can be more than a virtual classroom, it can be a bridge between local knowledge and global perspectives, technology and community needs, and students and the wider world.

🌏 Let's connect, collaborate, and create learning experiences that bring global engagement closer to our students in the Cordillera and beyond!

Looking forward to meeting potential COIL partners at the Networking Fair! 🤝💻🌎