01/10/2025
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September 30, 2025โWith the shared goal of connecting academic learning with real-world application, Jose Rizal Memorial State University (JRMSU) and La Salle University-Ozamis (LSU) formally entered into a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) during a ceremonial signing held at the AVR, Library, JRMSU Dapitan.
The MOA Signing Ceremony marked a historic milestone for JRMSU, as it officially opened its doors as a Host Training Establishment (HTE) for partner universities, reaffirming its competence in equipping students with meaningful, industry-based experiences that complement academic instruction. This initiative was made possible through the University Libraries under the Director for Libraries, Mr. Mark Andrew D. Bacordo, RL, MLIS.
In his opening message, Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Jay D. Telen underscored the vital role of librarians in higher education institutions, particularly in advancing academic and research endeavors. He further emphasized JRMSUโs alignment with CHEDโs ACHIEVE Goals in bridging theory and practice to prepare students for the demands of the professional world.
Meanwhile, JRMSU Vice President for External Affairs, Linkages and Resource Generation Dr. Joseph Salvel R. Campiseรฑo reaffirmed the Universityโs dedication to forging strong academic linkages with LSU to elevate student competencies while instilling excellence, responsibility and service. In response, LSU Practicum and Placement Officer Ms. Shaira Joy Antoque expressed LSUโs equal commitment to the partnership.
Closing the program, Director for Libraries Mr. Mark Andrew D. Bacordo, RL, MLIS, extended appreciation to LSU Director for Libraries Dr. Monaliza M. Senining, who was instrumental in realizing this partnership, and acknowledged the joint efforts of both universities in ensuring the success of this collaboration.
The success of this endeavor was made possible through the full support of the University President, Dr. Maria Rio Abdon Naguit, underscoring the universityโs strategic direction towards fostering strong partnerships.
Equally noteworthy was the work behind the partnership, alongside Dr. Seniningโs efforts, through the guidance and commitment of the Library Practicum Adviser, Ms. Zosette S. Doctora, RL, MLIS, and LSU Practicum and Placement Officer Ms. Shaira Joy Antoque, with the trust and support of LSU President Br. Rey E. Mejias, FSC, which significantly contributed to making this collaboration a reality.