Integrating gender development, knowledge advancements, practical solutions development, and effective dissemination of extension activities to its plans and initiatives, the 2024 Research Development and Extension Action & Strategic Planning held at the Rock Inn & Café, Sagada Mountain Province concludes today, January 24, 2024.
The planning is an annual activity of the RDE Unit to map their plans and present their operational plan for the entire year. Aside from the integration of the Sustainable Development Goals, the planning also aimed to enhance the effectiveness and inclusivity of the College’s efforts, thereby contributing to sustainable solutions that align with diverse societal needs and potential future challenges. The event was participated by the RDE officials, personnel, research and extension coordinators, and campus research directors.
In his message, College President Dr. Edgar G. Cue represented by Chief-of-Staff Mr. Reynaldo P. Gayo, Jr. stressed that the planning speaks beyond the College and its administration’s commitment to build foundations, combat adversities, create breakthroughs, and develop strategies to address unforeseen hurdles.
Moreover, Vice President for Research Development and Extension Dr. Ephiphania B. Magwilang encourages the participants to align the plans and actions set in the 2023-2026 strategic plan of the College “Let us remain focused on our thrusts towards “modern research-based solutions and responsive, innovative technologies through active knowledge generation” and “noteworthy partnerships and extension services for sustainable communities.” Magwilang added.
Further, reports from the Research and Development Unit and the Extension Services were presented by the directors, Ms. Luzlyn M. Agwilang and Dr. Joy Fraine M. Ngodcho. An action planning facilitated by the campus directors followed. The outputs were later presented and critiqued.
