School of IHTM - University of Baguio

Internationalization in action! We are proud to pave the way for our student interns as they prepare to embark on a transformative cultural and professional journey to Hong Kong!

Through our intensive 3-Day Pre-Departure Refresher Course and Orientation Seminar, we are empowering our Champions with the vital competencies and global mindsets required for international hospitality and tourism. Featuring specialized training from our industry-expert faculty and valuable firsthand advice from our alumni, this refresher course and seminar guarantees our students are exceptionally prepared for the global arena.

Next stop: Asia's World City: Hong Kong! 🇭🇰

With the objective of strengthening students’ awareness of Indigenous culture and traditions, and in line with the National Heritage Month celebration this May—which emphasizes heritage as a bridge between past and future, inspiring communities to engage in conservation and education efforts—the University of Baguio – School of International Hospitality and Tourism Management presents 𝗘𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗘𝗦: 𝗩𝗜𝗥𝗧𝗨𝗔𝗟 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗢𝗨𝗦 𝗣𝗘𝗢𝗣𝗟𝗘𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗙𝗨𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗦.

Join us for a conversation with our guest, a proud Kankanaey and Kalanguya, as she shares her experiences engaging with various Indigenous communities—not only in the Philippines but also around the world.

🗓Saturday, May 9, 2026

⏰1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
📍Zoom Meeting: https://tinyurl.com/IPSCOMEchoes2026

Exclusive to students enrolled in IPSCOM.

The stage is set for WHATSUP 2026: Tourism Next Gen! 🚀🌍

This May 7, the spotlight shines on our brilliant SIHTM students as they pitch groundbreaking ideas and showcase their creativity in hospitality and tourism.From innovative start-up concepts to interactive booth fairs, expect nothing less than world-class talent and passion!

Witness the future leaders of tourism as they:
✅ Present bold start-up pitches in the Tour Guiding Lab
✅ Engage audiences with market testing and exhibits at Café Fernando & Student Center
✅ Compete for prestigious awards like Best Overall Start-Up Pitch, Most Innovative Concept, Sustainability Impact, and more!

📅 May 7, 2026 | 3:00 PM onwards
📍 University of Baguio – Student Center, AB Hallway, Tour Guiding Lab
🎉 Online Awarding Ceremony: May 8, 2026 | 2:00 PM

Let’s cheer for our UB SIHTM innovators as they prove that the future of tourism is bright, sustainable, and unstoppable!

📢 SCHOOL OF IHTM PETITION SURVEY | SHORT TERM 2026

For students who wish to petition a subject, kindly accomplish the Google Form below. Your responses will serve as our basis in determining which subject/s may be opened for the Short Term 2026.

⚠️ Please note: This is only a survey and NOT an enrollment form. You are still required to officially enroll through a separate Google Form which will be posted on May 25 - 29.

📝 Petition Google Form Survey:
https://forms.gle/VVDFz5Ciavy2nWKE6

⏰ Deadline: May 15 at 12:00 NN

SIHTM Junior Practicum Pre-Deployment Seminar

The School of International Hospitality and Tourism Management invites all 2nd and 3rd year students who are due for Junior Practicum this Short Term AY 2025–2026 to attend the Pre-Deployment Seminar on:

🗓 May 18, 2026
⏰ 7:30 AM - 12:00 NN
📍 UB Gymnasium

Attendance is STRICTLY REQUIRED as this seminar will provide important guidelines and preparations prior to your practicum deployment. Please be in your complete Corporate Uniform and Proper Grooming.

Kindly register through the link below or scan the QR Code:
https://forms.gle/rLve2cRsFHE3Cogv5

Learn from the experiences of industry professionals as HPC 109 ETEEAP students share their real-world insights on the core foundations of hotel excellence.

📅 May 9, 2026 (Saturday)
🕙 10:00 AM onwards
💻 Via Zoom thru this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81645369444?pwd=qSL9OGihJNJGGk7aLa7qReREp6yfl4.1
Meeting ID: 816 4536 9444
Passcode: 679304

Topics include:
· The Pillars of Hospitality Hotel Management
· Front Office Operations
· Kitchen Sanitation & Food Safety

Open to all SIHTM Students
Organized by the HPC 109 ETEEAP Students

Get ready for something vibrant, meaningful, and full of life! Presenting Agsabsabong: A Cordilleran Sagala...

This isn’t just a fashion showcase, it’s a cultural experience. Watch as tradition comes alive through beautifully crafted Cordilleran-inspired designs, elegant Reinas with their escorts, and creative storytelling that blends Flores de Mayo, Santa Cruzan, and sustainability into one unforgettable event.

Expect a colorful parade, a stunning runway, and heartfelt concepts that reflect identity, heritage, and purpose. Every detail is thoughtfully designed to give you not just a show, but a story.

Venue: Multi Level Parking Lot
Time: 8:00–10:30 AM
Date: May 6, 2026 (Wednesday)

Come celebrate culture, creativity, and the passion of future tourism professionals
See you there!


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Halal Excellence: Integrating Global Standards into Inclusive Kitchen Operations ✨

Join us for an expert discourse designed to deepen your understanding of Halal principles in the global market. Learn how to apply Halal standards in restaurant operations and pastry production, while aligning practices with internationally recognized compliance frameworks.

📍 University of Baguio, FGB Hall
🗓 Tuesday, May 5, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Exclusive to Students enrolled in HPSIAN1 & PHIREG1 Subject.

Every culture tells a story—and now it’s your turn to discover it. Join our webinar and dive into the beauty of local traditions, weaving, and sustainable tourism practices that empower communities and preserve heritage.

📅 May 8, 2025
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Zoom Meeting
👥 Open to all

Be part of a movement that values culture, creativity, and community.
Register now and start weaving stories that matter.

𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦

The Bagong Pilipinas Merit Scholarship Program (BPMSP) for AY 2026–2027 is now open for incoming first-year college students. A total of 20,000 scholarship slots are available for those enrolling in CHED-identified priority programs.

Applications, together with the required documents, must be submitted through the official BPMSP online application portal from 30 April to 30 June 2026 or until slots are filled. Apply now at https://bpms.ched.gov.ph