Global Affairs Office - Saint Louis College of San Fernando, La Union

01/09/2026

01/09/2026

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | 𝗦𝗟𝗖-𝗦𝗙𝗟𝗨, 𝗨𝗔𝗝𝗬 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗼𝗻𝘀

Saint Louis College of San Fernando, La Union (SLC-SFLU) further expanded its international academic network with the formalization of a partnership with Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta (UAJY), one of the highlights of the 32nd ASEACCU Conference 2026 held in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Conducted on August 20, 2026, the MOU signing brought together participating ASEACCU member institutions as they affirmed their shared commitment to strengthening academic cooperation and international engagement. Among the participating institutions were members of the CICM Philippine Schools Network (CICM PSN), reflecting the continuing collaboration and solidarity of CICM-administered higher education institutions in advancing internationalization. Signing on behalf of SLC-SFLU was Rev. Fr. Roderick G. Villamar, CICM, PhD, College President, while UAJY was represented by its Rector, Dr. G. Sri Nurhartanto, S.H., LL.M.

The partnership provides opportunities for reciprocal student exchanges and the exploration of the exchange of information concerning academic curricula. It likewise encourages collaborative research projects, international conferences, and other activities considered mutually beneficial to both institutions. These areas of cooperation create promising avenues for SLC-SFLU students and faculty members to engage with an international academic community, gain exposure to diverse perspectives and practices, and develop collaborative initiatives that enrich teaching, learning, and research.

For SLC-SFLU students, the partnership opens pathways to learning experiences that extend beyond the traditional classroom. Student exchanges and other collaborative activities can broaden cultural perspectives, strengthen intercultural competence, and develop the adaptability and confidence needed in an increasingly interconnected world. For faculty members, meanwhile, the partnership provides opportunities for knowledge exchange, collaborative research, curriculum enrichment, joint academic activities, and professional networking. The benefits of these engagements have the potential to reach the wider academic community as international perspectives and experiences are brought back into the classrooms and academic programs of the College.

More than a formal agreement between two institutions, the partnership with UAJY represents another concrete step in SLC-SFLU’s continuing pursuit of meaningful internationalization. Its inclusion among the highlights of the ASEACCU Conference underscores the importance of institutional partnerships in creating opportunities for students and educators to learn and collaborate across borders. Together with fellow ASEACCU member institutions and the CICM PSN community, SLC-SFLU continues to strengthen its global academic presence while remaining committed to providing Louisian learners with transformative experiences that prepare them to become globally minded, culturally responsive, and engaged contributors to society.





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31/08/2026

🇵🇭 Honoring Our Heroes

On National Heroes Day, we commemorate the lives and contributions of the individuals whose courage, sacrifice, and commitment helped shape our nation and its identity.

May the example of our heroes continue to inspire us to contribute not only to the development of our country but also to a more connected and collaborative global community. 🌏🇵🇭

27/08/2026

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | 𝗦𝗟𝗖-𝗦𝗙𝗟𝗨 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗛 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲, 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽

Saint Louis College of San Fernando, La Union (SLC-SFLU) established strategic partnership with Sacred Heart College, India during the 32nd ASEACCU Conference 2026 held at Universitas Sanata Dharma in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, on August 19, 2026.

The partnership was formalized through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding by Rev. Fr. Roderick G. Villamar, CICM, PhD, President of SLC-SFLU, and Dr. C.S. Francis, Vice Principal of Sacred Heart College. The agreement establishes a framework for academic cooperation and creates engagement opportunities for both institutions.

Among the identified areas of collaboration are joint research and consultancy services, exchange of information and research publications, co-hosting of conferences, and participation in seminars, lectures, and academic meetings. The partnership also opens opportunities for student exchange and the exchange of faculty members for part-time teaching, providing avenues for meaningful cross-cultural and academic engagement.

The partnership with Sacred Heart College reflects SLC-SFLU’s continuing efforts to build meaningful international linkages that translate into concrete opportunities for students, faculty, and the wider academic community. These collaborations manifests the commitment of SLC-SFLU to bringing global perspectives closer to the Louisian community and advancing internationalization as an integral dimension of quality Catholic higher education.





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26/08/2026

26/08/2026

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | 𝗦𝗟𝗖-𝗦𝗙𝗟𝗨, 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗞𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗮 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽

Saint Louis College of San Fernando, La Union (SLC-SFLU) formalized new partnership with the Catholic University of Korea during the 32nd ASEACCU Conference held at Sanata Dharma University in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, on August 19, 2026.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed by Rev. Fr. Roderick G. Villamar, CICM, PhD, President of SLC-SFLU, and Rev. Choi Jun Gui, PhD, President of the Catholic University of Korea, as represented by the Dean of the Office of Campus Ministry. The agreement establishes a framework for meaningful academic and cultural collaboration between the two Catholic higher education institutions.

The partnership provides opportunities for the exchange of faculty members and students, enabling the SLC-SFLU community to engage in cross-cultural learning, academic exchange, and international experiences. It also opens avenues for joint short-term programs that can enrich classroom learning and provide students with opportunities to develop greater intercultural competence and a broader understanding of the global community.

Beyond mobility, the partnership encourages joint research projects and conferences, creating opportunities for faculty members and academic leaders to collaborate on scholarly work, share expertise, and contribute to conversations that extend beyond institutional and national boundaries. Both institutions may likewise pursue other activities considered mutually beneficial, allowing the partnership to evolve in response to emerging academic and educational opportunities.

For SLC-SFLU students, the partnership represents another gateway to international exposure and learning. Experiences with partner institutions abroad can help students develop cultural awareness, global perspectives, communication skills, and the confidence to participate meaningfully in an increasingly interconnected world. For faculty members, it creates opportunities to strengthen professional networks, exchange practices, and pursue collaborative academic and research initiatives.

More importantly, the partnership reflects SLC-SFLU’s continuing effort to make internationalization a meaningful part of institutional life. Through partnerships such as this, internationalization moves beyond agreements on paper and becomes a platform for creating opportunities that benefit students, faculty, and the wider academic community. It likewise reinforces the College’s commitment to forming globally engaged learners while remaining grounded in its Catholic educational mission.

The new partnership with the Catholic University of Korea adds to SLC-SFLU’s growing network of international academic partners and underscores the College’s continuing journey toward a more connected, collaborative, and globally responsive higher education community.





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25/08/2026