Center for Professional Development and Academic Partnership

21/09/2026

14/09/2026

⚓ OLFU SEPO | Engineering the Future in Korea 🇵🇭➡️🇰🇷

Anchors up for new learnings!
We’re proud to spotlight Christian Legarda, a Marine Engineering student from OLFU, currently on his Student Exchange Program Outbound at Mokpo National Maritime University.

During his time at MMU, Christian experienced hands-on training and new maritime practices that directly support his program. More than skills, he’s gaining global perspective, discipline, and experiences that will help him grow both personally and professionally as a future seafarer.

This opportunity is made possible through the strong partnership between OLFU and Mokpo National Maritime University, with the support of the Center for Professional Development and Academic Partnership.

We’re cheering for you, Christian! Keep learning, keep growing, and keep representing OLFU with pride 💙

10/09/2026

🌱🎓 Take your expertise further through the SEARCA Graduate Scholarships 2027–2028!

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) is pleased to inform interested parties of the call for applications for the Master’s and Doctoral Scholarships in Agriculture and Related Fields for School Year 2027–2028 offered by the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA).

The scholarship program is open to qualified Filipino nationals who are 40 years old or below for the Master’s program and 45 years old or below for the Doctoral program at the time of application. Proposed thesis or dissertation topics should align with SEARCA’s mandate of advancing agricultural and rural development in Southeast Asia.

🗓 Application Deadline: 30 October 2026
Interested applicants are requested to submit their complete application documents listed in Annex A to the CHED International Affairs Service (IAS) through:
📩 [email protected]

Please note that only applicants who are shortlisted and endorsed by CHED will be invited to proceed with the online application through the SEARCA Scholarship Portal. Applicants must also have secured admission to their chosen university to be considered for the scholarship.
For detailed information on the scholarship requirements, visit:

🔗 https://www.searca.org/full-master-phd-scholarships
🔗 https://bit.ly/SEARCAAnnexA

For queries and concerns, contact the CHED International Affairs Service at (02) 8441–0750 or [email protected].

Advance your academic journey and contribute to the future of agriculture in Southeast Asia. 🌏🌾

07/09/2026

✈️ OLFU SEPO | Netherlands Bound! 🇵🇭➡️🇳🇱
New country, new learnings, new memories!
We’re so proud to announce the arrival of our OLFU SEPO delegates at Saxion University of Applied Sciences!

Vince Dando - Electronics Engineering student from OLFU Quezon City

Adrienne Cruz - Psychology student from OLFU Pampanga

They’re now officially part of the Student Exchange Program Outbound, ready to experience global learning, diverse cultures, and growth beyond the classroom.

This milestone reflects the active partnership between OLFU and Saxion, and is made possible with the support of the Center for Professional Development and Academic Partnership.

Good luck, Vince and Adrienne! Bring pride to OLFU and bring home experiences that will inspire others 💙

03/09/2026

⚓ OLFU SEPO | Bon Voyage to Our Maritime Aces! 🇵🇭➡️🇰🇷
Setting sail for new horizons!

We’re proud to send off 6 students from the OLFU College of Maritime Education who began their Student Exchange Program Outbound (SEPO) journey last August 20 bound for Mokpo National Maritime University in South Korea.

Meet our SEPO delegates:
Fuensalida, Kimberly G.
Alvarez, Sherwin R.
Censon, Jasper Mathew S.
Solatorre, Ralph Jefferson B.
Escalante, Branden Josh R.
Montecillo, Jencen F.

This opportunity allows our Fatimanians to experience global maritime training, learn new practices, and represent OLFU on an international stage.

This exchange reflects the strong partnership between OLFU and Mokpo National Maritime University, and is made possible with the support of the Center for Professional Development and Academic Partnership.
Mabuhay and fair winds, our future maritime leaders! We’re cheering for you all the way 💙

01/09/2026

✨ OLFU CHIM x YZU | Cultural Exchange Journey 🇵🇭🤝🇹🇼
From QC to Taiwan!
Let’s celebrate the amazing journey of Chamel Bartolay and Sairo Estacio, International Hospitality Management students from OLFU Quezon City, during their exchange program at Yuan Ze University!
Beyond the classroom, they immersed themselves in Taiwanese culture — from food and traditions to everyday life. More than that, they built new friendships and created memories that will last a lifetime.
This experience wouldn’t be possible without the strong partnership between OLFU and YZU, and the continued support of the Center for Professional Development and Academic Partnership.
Here’s to learning, growing, and representing Fatima globally! We can’t wait to see how you bring these experiences back to OLFU 💙

28/08/2026

💙 Welcome to OLFU, Iris! 🇵🇭🇳🇱

We’re happy to welcome Iris, a Nursing student from Saxion University of Applied Sciences, to Our Lady of Fatima University!

Iris arrived in the Philippines last August 10 as part of the Student Exchange Program Inbound (SEPI). She has already completed her orientation with CPDAP and with the OLFU College of Nursing Faculty, and enjoyed a tour of OLFU facilities to get to know her new home away from home.

We’re excited for the learning, cultural exchange, and memories you’ll create with us here at Fatima!

This program is made possible through the partnership between OLFU and Saxion, with the support of the Center for Professional Development and Academic Partnership.

22/08/2026

Student Exchange Program Outbound (SEPO) to Sias University China - https://en.sias.edu.cn/

OLFU's school partner, Sias University, China is pleased to invite our students to join the 2026 Sias Global Youth Camp, held on campus from October 26 to 31, 2026. This program offers students from around the world an opportunity to engage in academic exchange, cultural immersion, and cross-cultural dialogue.

Participants will take part in interactive cultural activities, leadership workshops, and collaborative sessions while connecting with peers from diverse backgrounds. They will also gain insights into Chinese history, language, society, and contemporary development, and experience traditional International Culture Week in the vibrant atmosphere of the SIAS campus.

· Dates: October 26 to 31, 2026

· Location: Sias University, Xinzheng City, Henan Province, China

· Deadline of submission to CPDAP:
August 30, 2026

To encourage participation, SIAS is offering scholarships on a first‑come, first‑served basis, with 2 slots reserved for OLFU.

Each scholarship covers:

• Program fees

• Airport pickup and local transportation

• On‑campus accommodation

Additional slots (once scholarships are filled) are available at a self‑pay rate:

• Partner university students: 198USD/person

• Non‑partner university students: 298USD/person

Contact CPDAP or your Deans or Program Heads for submission of required documents. Check this SEPO QR code.

13/08/2026

🌏 OLFU SEPI | Inbound Orientation with Ulsan College & Mokpo National Maritime University

Last July 28, Our Lady of Fatima University welcomed exchange students from Ulsan College and Mokpo National Maritime University for the Student Exchange Program Inbound (SEPI) Orientation Program.

Mokpo National Maritime University delegates are Coast Guard and Marine Transportation students, while Ulsan College is represented by Nursing students.

During the orientation, representatives from OLFU’s College of Arts and Sciences, College of Maritime Education, and College of Nursing introduced their respective program, curriculum, and learning opportunities. This was followed by a quick tour of OLFU facilities to give the students a glimpse of campus life at Fatima.

This inbound program highlights the strong partnership between OLFU and Mokpo National Maritime University, and was made possible through the collaboration of OLFU and Jabez International Education Center, with the support of the Center for Professional Development and Academic Partnership.

We look forward to a meaningful cultural and academic exchange with our new SEPI students!

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