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SMU Faculty and Students Join South Intensive Program 2025

Two faculty coaches and six students from Saint Mary’s University are participating in the South Intensive Program 2025, held from February 10 to 21, 2025, in Bayombong (NVSU and SMU) and ISU, Isabela. SIP 2025 gathers around 90 participants from two universities in Belgium (Howest University and Vives University) and six in the Philippines (SMU, CBSUA, ISU, NVSU, BU, CNSC) under the framework of the Synergy Program.
Faculty Coaches:
• Clara M. Gonzales, Head PERIO
• Jefrie T. Alindayu, Dept. Head Civil Engineering and Architecture
Students:
• Angelo Gabriel G. Patawig, BA PolSci 3
• Denaline D. Mateo, BS Biology 3
• Jon Raven E. Tambo, BS Biology 2
• Shemiah Josh R. Misanes, BS Biology 2
• Harlit B. Peque, Forensic Science 2
• Rachel Buhong, BA Political Science 1
This program aims to strengthen sustainable cooperation between local higher education institutions (HEIs) in the Philippines, Synergy partners, and international partners from Belgium. Now in its third edition, following successful runs in 2019 and 2023, the initiative continues to foster collaboration, academic exchange, and global learning opportunities.